Sermons on World Pursuit:

The World Program Of Re-Education Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2001

King Nebuchadnezzar’s program for re-education of the captives from Judah looks remarkably like what we see in our society today.

King Neb’s re-education program aimed at causing the captives to: I. Compromise Their Ideals A. For Them 1. Education 2. Diet B. For Us 1. Education 2. Media 3. Send messages like: a. Bible is not true/relevant b. Christians are the minority c. Christianity is not relevant II. Lose Their ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

When Two Worlds Collide

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 29, 2001

When Matthew decided to follow Jesus, his old world was going to collide with his new one

INTRODUCTION  2 Corinthians 5:17 says, Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.  Jesus said in Matthew 16:24, "If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross and follow ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Shout Heard "Round The World

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Apr 18, 2006

Jesus died and rose on purpose to save us, and His salvation is already with us. The cross and the empty tomb are necessary for our forgiveness.

“The Shout Heard ‘Round the World: HE IS RISEN!” Acts 10:34-43 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Easter brings up life-and-death concerns. A Canadian scientist said, “I have only two questions to ask: One, has anyone ever defeated death? And two, did ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-43

Denomination: Congregational

God's Amen That Changed The World

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Apr 24, 2006

The resurrection was God’s joyous and triumphant "AMEN!" to Jesus’ words on the cross, "it is finished."

The Amen That Changed the World TCF Easter Sunday Sermon April 16, 2006 Lest I disappoint those of you anticipating the sermon I would preach this Sunday from 1 Peter chapter 6, as Jim Garrett told you last week, I invite you first to turn there with me. Wait! Let this be a lesson to you about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:19-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On The Road To Becoming A World Changer

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Dec 28, 2005

We need more World Changers who are willing to do whatever it takes to present Christ to others.

One the Road to becoming a World Changer! Luke 10:30-37 The Setting: We are walking down a roadside between Jerusalem and Jericho. An area that is considered dangerous but one that is often traveled by many people. This is The exact same road in which this story unfolds. Summary: A certain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: Passage To A New World

Contributed by James Curry on Jan 5, 2006

From the light of the manger, we have an invitation to enter a whole new world similiar to how Lucy and the children found the world of Narnia

15 days ago the movie “Narnia” was released. Narnia is a mystical world full of intriguing characters, adventures, and ultimately (like any great story) a majestic battle between good and evil. Though ficticious, it parallels in many ways the world in which we live. Most like Midwest: Narnia is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Staying Unfrazzled In A Frazzled World

Contributed by Robert Emory on May 14, 2006

Mary and Martha show us a contrast of two lives one that is frazzled one that is unfrazzled.

Staying UnFrazzled In A Frazzled World Scripture: Luke 10:38–42, Especially verses 41–42: “Martha, Martha, you are worried and troubled about many things. But one thing is needed, and Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her.” Introduction: 1) Being Frazzled Allow ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Throught The Eyes Of The World Series

Contributed by Craig Lee on Nov 1, 2006

What the world saw when Jesus was born!

Christmas Trough The Eyes of The World Luke 3:15, Matthew 2:1-3, Luke 2:8-20 The past two weeks we have taken a look at Christmas from the prospective of Jesus’ parents. For Mary a precious child was born, the very Son of God. Joseph, chosen to be the father to protect and love Mary, raising ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knowing The "Who" In A "Why" World.

Contributed by Frederic Whittier on Nov 4, 2006

A sermon about Who we can turn to in times of trouble.

Knowing the “Who” In A “Why” World Habakkuk 1:1-3:19 One of the hardest questions to ever answer is the “Why?”. A person can go on for hours explaining his life away, and again the question can always be turned back to “Why?”. Caleb has now entered into that phase. He’s becoming more and ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

War Of The Worlds - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ric Freeman on Jan 31, 2004

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The War of the Worlds January 18, 2004 AM Romans 7:14-25 [s1] One of the buzz words we hear a lot of today in religious circles is "God told me" I sort of cringe when I hear those words -- Not because I don’t believe God speaks to people today -- but because I am wary of both the perception of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Charismatic

War Of The Worlds - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ric Freeman on Jan 31, 2004

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War of the worlds - part 2 January 25, 2004 AM [s1] Let me review a few things from last Sunday morning; One of the buzz words we hear a lot of today in religious circles is "God told me" s2] I want you to see that saying "God said" when "God didn’t say" is taking God’s name in vain -- and much ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:29

Denomination: Charismatic

"A World Shaking Experience"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Feb 5, 2004

The contrast of God’s Holiness with our sinfulness brings us to the place of forgiveness.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches February 8, 2004 A World Shaking Experience Isaiah 6:1-8 INTRODUCTION: Today’s scripture describes a world shaking experience for the prophet, Isaiah, that he never forgot. (See Isaiah 2:10-22; 37:16, 40:12-26; 57:15). The vision that made such an impact on him ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

The Light of the World shines in moral darkness, religious darkness, and physical darkness.

I AM series #2 I AM the Light of the World John 8:12; 9:5 INTRODUCTION: This summer we’re looking at the I AM statements of Jesus. All 8 of these statements are recorded in the Gospel of John. Last week we saw that right after feeding the 5,000 Jesus told the crowds I AM the Bread of Life. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Changing The World Around Me Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Dec 13, 2007

Jesus called us "salt" and "light" which are both change agents to the world around them.

Series: Being the Body CHANGING THE WORLD AROUND ME Matthew 5:13-16 In June 1990 the world watched in amazement the destruction of the Berlin Wall and the fall of the Iron Curtain. People were finally free from the communist rule of the Soviet Union. This change in political rule did not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The World's Greatest Birthday Celebration Series

Contributed by James Crain on Dec 14, 2007

This sermon describes the birth of Jesus Christ. It focuses on unique manner in which God brings about events as opposed to the world. God choses the person, the place, the time, he announces the birth, he sends out invitations to the most unlikely people

THE WORLD’S BEST BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION God’s Marvelous Method Of Sending His Son Into The World God Chose the Host • They were NOT rich, popular, or famous • They were poor from an obscure village. • She was pure, a virgin. • He was a just man, • They knew God’s Word. • They were humble. • They ...read more

Denomination: Baptist