Sermons on Without Form And Void:

Our Survival Kit Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 12, 2018

In this section of Philippians, Paul points them toward three important Christ-like characteristics that are vital for us to survive and to thrive.

Introduction: A. Let’s imagine for a moment that your airplane has gone down in the middle of the ocean. 1. You find yourself floating in a life raft designed for survival. 2. You immediately and frantically search for the survival kit that is usually provided in a life raft, and you are relieved ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fulfilling Vision

Contributed by John Gullick on Mar 13, 2018

A sermon that shows three key points on fulfilling vision. Uses Nehemiah as a guide to help the individual fulfill god's vision for them

Fulfilling vision Nehemiah2:12b “I had not told anyone what my God had put in my heart to do for Jerusalem.” Once upon a time…………………..There was a little red hen. You may not know the story .It is originally thought to be a Russian folk story but the synopsis is The industrious little red hen ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Protecting Families In An Ungodly Culture Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Mar 23, 2018

In an ungodly culture, Jacob (and we too) protects his family, not by withdrawing into a cocoon or fighting the culture wars," but by eliminating idols, prioritizing worship, and renewing the vision of the family.

PROTECTING YOUR FAMILY IN AN UNGODLY CULTURE—Genesis 33:18-35:15 Is it more difficult to raise a godly family today than it used to be? The world seems more dangerous: drugs, school shootings, abuse and rape. Social media allows bullying and peer pressure to come to our families, 24/7. The media ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Cross Of Barabbas Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 25, 2018

All 4 gospels tell us the story of Barabbas (but we never learn the names of the other prisoners to die that day). Why? What is it about Barabbas that was so important that Scripture tells us his name?

OPEN: Someone once noted that Jesus borrowed just about everything he had while on earth. He borrowed a place for His birth, a house to sleep in, a boat to preach from, an animal to ride on when He entered Jerusalem, a room to meet privately with His friends for the Last Supper, and a tomb to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Godliness With Contentment Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 10, 2013

The gift of our treasure

1 Timothy 6:6-10 (p. 831) December 15, 2013 Introduction: There is an amazing story in the book of Acts that takes place right after Stephen’s stoning and during the time Saul is persecuting the church. This persecution caused many of the disciples to run for cover, to be scattered ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Anchors

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 30, 2013

Life is a hodgepodge of experiences—some good, some bad. There are people who say that life is a struggle, and others say life is good. I have heard different people say that life has its hills and valleys, or they say it has its ups and downs. Bu

4-16-04 Title: Four Anchors Text: “Then, fearing lest we should run aground on the rocks, they dropped four anchors from the stern, and prayed for day to come.” (Acts 27:29). Bible Reading: Acts 27:13-36 Introduction Life is a hodgepodge of experiences—some good, some ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:13-36

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Loneliness Series

Contributed by Landon Winstead on Dec 31, 2013

As children we are orphans no more.

If you love me, keep my commands. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever—the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you. I ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Today We Feast

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Feb 6, 2020

Do this in remembrance of me” (Luke 22:19). What does Jesus want us to remember? As we go through life, this meal … this “feast” … reminds us that the new covenant has been established. Signed and sealed in His blood. The Holy Spirit has arrived.

Tonight we feast on the finest bread … bread from Heaven [break bread]. Tonight we drink deeply from the cup of God’s grace [hold up chalice] … and we give thanks for God’s mercy and our eternal salvation. Tonight we feast … a feast fit for a king … and you are all invited. You know, I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-20, Exodus 34:18, Acts 2:43-47, 1 Corinthians 10:17

Denomination: United Methodist

Keeping Good Company Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 10, 2020

Why should I be careful of the company I keep? Should I avoid the company of sinners, and mockers and the immoral? And if I do this (avoid sinners) how can I carry the message of Christ to the lost?

(Poem) “All the water in the world - however hard it tried, could never, never sink a ship… unless it got inside. All the temptations of this world might wear you pretty thin, but they won't hurt you, one least bit... unless you let them in.” (I could not find the author) It’s a repeated ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus The King

Contributed by David Schroeder on Feb 12, 2020

You may not have realized it, but you are an expatriate. You are living in a country that is not your own...

For our citizenship is in heaven, from which also we eagerly wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. In my recently published book on spiritual warfare in the church, I highlighted Jesus as the Commander-in-Chief. Actually, this title is really beneath Him. We call the US president by title. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:20

My Hands, His Heart-Transition

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 15, 2020

Sameness is killing us. We need a season of transition. Mary said: DO IT... Do what Jesus says: CHANGE WILL COME. Quit making excuses... God needs YOUR HANDS.

MY HANDS, HIS HEART… TRANSITION? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ***TRANSITION: abrupt change, to make a difference, radical change, new direction, movement from one place to another, change, passage, go from one stage to another, To shift gears, to prepare for a new ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:10, 2 Kings 4:1-6, John 2:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Part 6 - The Evangel Of Worship Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Feb 18, 2020

we put quite a bit of effort into being attractional to the culture outside of the church. But is this really the best approach? How much is the church allowing culture to influence worship? When we understand the evangelistic nature of worship, we can better approach our role.

www.gracecommunity.com In 1940, a small country called Latvia in Europe was annexed into Russia. Most of us have never heard of it. It lived under the alien rule of Russian communism until they regained their freedom in 1991 when the iron curtain fell. They lost their freedom, their culture, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-10, Matthew 15:11, Matthew 5:13-15

Denomination: Brethren

What I Spend

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Jan 1, 2019

A message for stewardship

Opening Remarks and Introduction Tonight, we start a new sermon series on stewardship. Now, stewardship seems to be one of those difficult subjects to talk about, because it always seems to center on how we spend our money. But, stewardship is really much more than dollars. Instead of looking at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 4, 2019

Ephesians 6:10-12 teaches us that every Christian is engaged in a great spiritual battle.

Scripture Today we begin a new sermon series in Ephesians 6:10-24 that I am calling, “The Whole Armor of God.” Commentators note that Paul’s letter to the Ephesians may be divided into two major divisions: Ephesians 1-3 are doctrinal and Ephesians 4-6 describe our duty. However, some commentators ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Change Of Clothing

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 13, 2019

This sermon is going to review Zechariah’s vision of Joshua the high priest and in doing so suggest if we want to boldly approach God’s throne then we must first put on the clothing that Christ has bought us so that our filthiest of rags might be acceptable in God’s sight!

Clean Garments for the Priests Zechariah 3:1-5 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 How difficult is it to boldly approach the throne of God? Even though Scripture states we are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalms 139:14) as ambassador’s (2 Corinthians 5:20) and royal ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist