Sermons on Word To The Wise:

Storms & Questions Series

Contributed by David Smith on Jul 6, 2009

That day, when evening had come, he said to them, "Let’s cross to the other side." So they left the crowd and took him along in the boat just as he was. Other boats were with him. A violent windstorm came up, and the waves began breaking into the boat, so

I’m conscious this morning that we’ve had another baptism, which is wonderful, but I do get the feeling sometimes that when parents bring a child to baptism they are sort of quietly hoping that the experience might have a soothing effect on the child. After all, isn’t that part of what good ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Downward Mobility Of Jesus Series

Contributed by David Smith on Jul 6, 2009

“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Although He was rich, for your sakes he became poor, so that you, through his poverty, might become rich. “

I thought it was about time I began a sermon with a joke, and today’s passage did make me think of that story about the world’s leaders at prayer, asking God when their countries would repay their national debts. As the story goes, President Obama prays to God, asking when the US economy will ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

A Sanctification Quiz

Contributed by Dr. Mark Eckart on Jul 6, 2009

Here are three ways to help you evaluate if you have submitted to the Lordship of Christ and His sanctifying power.

A Sanctification Quiz By: Dr. Mark Eckart Recently I was teaching a class on the Doctrine of Holiness. It occurred to me while teaching that it is a lot easier to determine if someone is saved then sanctified. As we talked that day in class, a three part quiz (I call it) came to mind that I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24

Denomination: Holiness

The Foolishness Of The Cross

Contributed by C Vincent on Jul 6, 2009

Good Friday; the cross is foolishness to those who perish.

Good Friday The foolishness of the Cross After the supper, Judas went out to hand Jesus over to the leaders Zec 11:12 The time had come; God’s timing was perfect Prophecies were to be fulfilled Is 53, Ps 22, Gen 3 and many more The garden scene: · Jesus prays · The disciples sleep · The guards ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 11:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What's So Good About Good Friday?

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jul 8, 2009

Why do we call this day Good Friday when it was the darkest day in history?

What is good about “Good Friday”? This is the darkest day in history, Wall Street could have a million “Black Fridays” and it wouldn’t compare to the day the world killed its Saviour. The only thing Christians have to celebrate about this day is that we don’t have to work. Sure we know that it ends ...read more

The Greatest Option Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jul 9, 2009

If we are to exercise our spiritual gifts and Holy Spirit empowerment to the glory of Christ and the fullness of His purposes, they must be exercised in divine love.

SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today III. MAINTAINING PROPER DIET & EXERCISE D.) ROLES & EQUIPMENT (Offices & Gifts) “THE GREATEST OPTION” (1 Cor. 13:1-13) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, July 5, 2009 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Righteousness Of God

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Jul 10, 2009

Jesus commands us to have a righteousness that surpasses that of the Pharisees and Scribes. Just how do we accomplish this?

“THE RIGHTEOUSNESS OF GOD” “Surpassing the Righteousness of the Pharisees and Scribes” Mt. 5:20 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: (READ PASSAGE) - In our gospel passage today Jesus commands us to have a righteousness that surpasses that of the Pharisees and Scribes. (v.20) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20

Denomination: Orthodox

Starting All Over Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 29, 2009

Born again??? What on earth does that mean?

John 3:1 Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a member of the Jewish ruling council. 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, "Rabbi, we know you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the miraculous signs you are doing if God were not with him." 3 In reply ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Big Picture Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 31, 2009

This message focuses on the BIG PICTURE for the church. Where should our priorities be? What sould be our focus? How do we get there? In this message I describe a process being implemented in our local church.

Seeing the Big Picture” Acts 2:37-47 My wife enjoys putting together jigsaw puzzles. Me? Not so much. But she really does. For about 25 years I have collected Coca Cola memorabilia and several years ago we bought a 2000 piece Coke puzzle and she put it together for me, glued the pieces ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-47

Denomination: Baptist

Essentials Of Great Worship

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 1, 2009

There are basic requirements for high quality worship

Essentials for Great Worship Hebrews 13: 10-16 June 7, 2009 Morning Service Introduction In his book, songs that were the heart, gospel singer George Beverly Shea tells of his friend Bert Frizen. While attending college, Burt distinguished himself as a fine baritone singer. But his college studies ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:10-16

Denomination: Church Of God

The Problem Of Pain

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 1, 2009

One of the ongoing challenges of the Christian life is the issue of pain

The Problem of Pain Mark 5:21-43 August 30, 2009 Morning Service Introduction Driving through Texas, a New Yorker collided with a truck carrying a horse. A few months later he tried to collect damages for his injuries. "How can you now claim to have all these injuries?" asked the insurance ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Church Of God

Rev.# 21~6:1-8 The 4 Horses And Riders Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Sep 3, 2009

We’re here in chapter 6: of the Revelation, the 1st 8 verses are telling us about 4 horses and their riders, and let me say again that these horses and riders are not real, they are symbolic as to what is going to take place on the earth just after the ra

Rev.# 21~6:1-8 THE 4 HORSES AND RIDERS 9-5-09 We’re here in chapter 6: of the Revelation, the 1st 8 verses are telling us about 4 horses and their riders, and let me say again that these horses and riders are not real, they are symbolic as to what is going to take place on the earth just ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Showing Partiality Is A Sin

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Sep 3, 2009

Favoring one person over another indicates failure to follow Jesus’ example of how to treat people.

Text: “But if you show partiality, you commit sin, and are convicted by the law as transgressors” (James 2:9). There is a wonderful old story by John Denver about a man invited to a fancy banquet. He arrived wearing simple clothing and was told to get out and go in the kitchen door for a handout. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

When To Fire Your Grandmother

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Sep 8, 2009

What a tough day! What if you HAD to fire granny? Take this advice...

When to Fire Your Grandmother I Kings 15:9-14 “Hard work spotlights the character of people: some turn up their sleeves, some turn up their noses, and some don’t turn up at all.” Sam Ewing You can tell a lot about a person’s character by how they handle the hard choices. Today I want to focus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 15:9-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Part 2: Men Who Finish Well

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 10, 2009

Continuing the sermon what does it mean to finish well.

DANGEROUS INTERSECTIONS OF LIFE By Jerry Falwell CROSSROADS/PIVOTAL POINTS/EPICS A. INTRODUCTION Continuing the sermon on what does it mean to finish well. Today, I am looking at the crossroads in our life that affect the rest of our life. I call these pivotal points or epics. What is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:19-22

Denomination: Baptist