Sermons on Wonders Of The World:

Why Do I Still Have Hope In The Midst Of Troubles

Contributed by Devon Witherspoon on Mar 13, 2008

In this world of trouble there is for all that we go through.

Prayer Text: Lamentation 3:21 – 26 This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope. (22) It is of the LORD’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. (23) They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness. (24) The LORD is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Radical Resurrection

Contributed by Michael Vosbrink on Apr 16, 2007

The resurrection of Jesus Christ radically affects the world

Statistically, 3 out of 4 adults in the US believe in the physical resurrection of Jesus Christ, according to a study conducted by the Center for Missional Research, NAMB. The issue, then, is not the fact of proving to you that Jesus died and rose from the dead; rather, what difference does that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-12

A Dynamic Church Devotes Themselves To Prayer (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jul 8, 2008

God shakes the world through our prayers.

Scripture Introduction A man asked his friend, “What color are your pastor’s eyes?” He answered: “I don’t know. When he prays he closes his eyes, and when he preaches, I close mine.” That has little or nothing to do with today’s sermon; I simply liked it. Dr. D. A. Carson, professor at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Dynamic Church Devotes Themselves To Prayer (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jul 23, 2008

God shakes the world through our prayers.

Scripture Introduction One mark of a church filled with the Holy Spirit is devotion to prayer. We considered this last Sunday; it certainly is worthy of addressing again. I concluded last week’s sermon with this challenge from Leonard Ravenhill, a pastor well known for decades of fruitful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Much Does It Cost?

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Jul 25, 2008

An examination of the costs of discipleship to Christ in an unbelieving world

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? Text: Luke 14:28-33 Scripture Reading: Matthew 19:16-26 INTRODUCTION: 1. How much does it cost? a. How many times have you said that? b. Especially when building a house or some other large project. c. To begin to build and run out of money can be embarrassing. 2. In Haiti it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being A Non-Conformist Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 1, 2008

This message examines the necessity for Christians not to conform to the world.

These words were scribbled on the tomb of an Anglican bishop in the crypts of Westminster Abbey..."When I was young and free and my imagination had no limits, I dreamed of changing the world. As I grew older and wiser, I discovered the world would not change so I shortened my sights somewhat and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Christ Arrives Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 31, 2009

The world will be made right when Jesus returns

When Christ Arrives Matthew 24:29-31 February 8, 2009 Morning Service Introduction Predictions I think there is a world market for maybe five computers – Thomas Watson, Chairman of IBM 1943 Who wants to hear actors talk? H.M. Warner 1927 Drill for oil? You mean drill into the ground to try to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:29-31

Denomination: Church Of God

Sacrificer Or Survivor?

Contributed by Leonard Davis on Jul 21, 2009

The greatest contributions to the world are made by the greatest sacrificers.

SACRIFICER OR SURVIVOR? Life has many “ups” and “downs.” We would rather have the “up” experiences rather than those that can be described as “downers.” Sometimes we think of the “up” times as successes and the “down” times as failures. However, it is how we respond and react to the “ups and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

He Had To Rise

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Apr 21, 2009

Easter is a time of HOPE in a world sadly lacking

He HAD To Rise! (All my sermons use illustrations from sermon central.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) (We showed a video from the “Passion of Christ” entitled “Beautiful Savior” just before I preached.) “Jesus your nailed scarred hands are beautiful, and your nailed scarred ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ Died For The Ungodly

Contributed by C Vincent on Feb 14, 2010

The atonement was God's love to this lost and dying world.

Christ Died for the Ungodly JCC 14.02.10 pm Rom 5:6-12 To genuinely say “Jesus died for me” you must also say “I have no strength to save myself. I am ungodly. I am a sinner.” Illustration: (Spurgeon) “If Christ died for the ungodly, this fact leaves the ungodly no ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Walk This Way, Talk This Way Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jun 10, 2009

Christians should not be living like the rest of the world.

Walk This Way, Talk This Way Text: Ephesians 4:17-19 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) A country farmer and his son came to the city for the first time. They were amazed by almost everything they saw, but were especially awe struck by the elevator. Neither of them had ever seen one before. The boy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Into Oblivion

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Oct 27, 2010

From Nebuchadnezzar's Dream to todays world events

2 Timothy 3:1KJV This know also, that in the last days perilous (difficult, terrible, dangerous) times shall come. Oblivion – The state of being completely forgotten or unknown – The act or an instance of forgetting; total forgetfulness – Made up of two Latin words ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

Who Told You?

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 3, 2011

Who in the world are you letting lead you?

WHO TOLD YOU? Gen.3: 6And when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was pleasant to the eyes, and a tree to be desired to make one wise, she took of the fruit thereof, and did eat, and gave also unto her husband ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:3-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Of Christmas - God With Us Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 23, 2011

Where is our hope in a world that seems hopeless

The Hope of Christmas – God with Us The Legend of the Three Trees – Read by Joe & Joy Kelley Thank you Joe and Joy. Slide I enjoy that story because it helps to reveal how God perfectly works things out for His glory and our ultimate good, even during times when we can’t see it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pergamos--The Worldly, Corrupted Church Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 26, 2016

Pergamos left the church door open to the world.

THE SEVEN CHURCHES OF REVELATION PERGAMOS—THE WORLDLY, CORRUPTED CHURCH TEXT: Revelation 2:12-17 Revelation 2:12-17 KJV And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges; [13] I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, even ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Pentecostal