Sermons on Wounded:

Christ The Sacrifice

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

How great Jesus is

Christ the Suffering Sacrifice” 1 Peter 1 Intro: During the last three weeks, we have been looking at Jesus, the child born in the manger. And we have seen him to be far more than just a baby boy. We have seen that Jesus was a secret treasure; there was far more value in this infant child than ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Us A Child Is Born

Contributed by Michael Fogaras on Dec 16, 2003

The Christmas Story that means so much to all Christian believers can be told with six words, “To us a child is born.” Our great Light, Liberator, and Lord.

TO US A CHILD IS BORN ISAIAH 9:1-7 INTRODUCTION: The Christmas Story that means so much to all Christian believers can be told with six words, “To us a child is born.” If it were not for the appearance of Immanuel (God with us) we would not need to celebrate Easter. The birth of Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

"I Believe That Jesus Christ Is The Son Of God" Series

Contributed by Danny Moss on Feb 18, 2002

This is the 2nd sermon in the series "I Believe." It deals with the doctrine of the diety of Jesus Christ.

"I Believe That Jesus Christ Is The Son of God" Text: 1st John 4:14-15 "And we have seen and do testify that the Father sent the Son to be the Saviour of the world. Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God." Introduction- ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Not Afraid To Touch Our Scars

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 2, 2002

This leper’s scars ran far deeper than his debilitating disease. Jesus is more than just thehealer of the surface problem, but can bring healing to emotional and spiritual scars as well.

“JESUS ISN’T AFRAID TO TOUCH OUR SCARS” Mark 1:40-45 INTRO: 1.There’s not only a message in the fact that Jesus healed - there is’ also a multitude of messages in how He heals. a.Each individual was handled differently. Why? (Not mechanical methods) b.The way He met their need is as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Pentecostal

Billy Backstabber - "The Betrayer" Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Mar 8, 2002

A look at some of the flawed people who surrounded Jesus, and his relationship with them.

When it comes to relationships there is probably no worse feeling than to be stabbed in the back. To have someone you trust and consider to be a good friend violate that trust is a wound that is often very slow to heal. I would be willing to say that betrayal leaves one of the biggest scars on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Things God Hates

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 9, 2002

Seven Sins that top the list of God’s displeasure.

“The Things That God Hates” Proverbs 6:16-19 "These six things does the Lord hate. Yea, seven are an abomination unto him: 17A proud look, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, 18An heart that devises wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief, 19A false witness ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Building Community - Serve One Another Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 1, 2001

We build communitiy in the church by bearing one another’s burdens and serving one another.

“Community.” A sense of belonging, of being connected with people. Knowing that if you don’t show up, someone will notice, knowing that people care if you show up or not. Having things in common – common values, priorities, beliefs. Having people to share things with – joys and sorrows, work and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2, Romans 15:1

Denomination: Baptist

Memories

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 10, 2001

A communion meditation for Good Friday.

MEMORIES INTRO.- ILL.- Paper sack with Dad’s mementos: straight razor, key fob, part of an old wallet, pocket watch, and an old pocket knife. What do these things mean? What do they represent? To some people, they wouldn’t mean much. Perhaps just some junk. But to me, they are valuable. You ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Aroma Of Christ Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 16, 2001

The Gospel is an "aroma" of life for some and death for others

INTRODUCTION Heroes, in Paul’s day, were usually great generals, leaders of mighty armies, and conquerors of nations. Really it is the same today. That is why we know whom Julius Caesar or Alexander the Great is. These men whose fame and fortune came from desolated cities and enslaved ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Free Indeed!

Contributed by Don Spooner on Jan 31, 2001

A contrast between the Savior and the thief who would kill and destroy us.

John 8:36 If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. I remembered the Sunday morning I first preached this sermon at a P.A.W. church in Las Vegas. I had spent the night preparing to preach about the thief. Just before church time, we were called to the home of our ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36, John 10:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

There Is No One Like Jesus

Contributed by Clifton West on Oct 18, 2000

INTRO 1. The text comes to us from the Song of Solomon, which is the romance book of the Bible.

INTRO 1. The text comes to us from the Song of Solomon, which is the romance book of the Bible. 2. Unlike the romance books of today, this is a story of true love, the ideal relationship. 3. It is generally agreed (Mt. Henry, Origen, Jerome, etc.) that this book portrays the courtship between ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:16

The Pro-Life Lifestyle

Contributed by Brian Fullerton on Oct 18, 2000

INTRO: It was a story of mass murder.

INTRO: It was a story of mass murder. The newspapers gave it front-page attention along with photos of the unfortunate victims. In the wake of the killings investigating officials were heard to say things like : “This is the most horrific thing I have seen.” “They suffered in ways you and I can’t ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

The Power Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many of us love the Lord but we are not fully appropriating the riches we have in our fellowship with the Holy Spirit. Jesus said, "Those who worship God must worship Him in Spirit and in truth." (John 4:24) Worshiping in the Spirit requires the empowerin

Symbols Describing the Power of the Spirit - Adapted from Dr. C.I. Schofield’s notes Many of us love the Lord but we are not fully appropriating the riches we have in our fellowship with the Holy Spirit. Jesus said, "Those who worship God must worship Him in Spirit and in truth." (John 4:24) ...read more

Scripture: John 4:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Helps Leaders Mend Unhappy Memories

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit helps us identify which unhappy memories are causes for some of our emotional difficulties

How the Holy Spirit Helps Leaders Mend Unhappy Memories Illustration:Faith for my deliverance is not faith in God. Faith means, whether I am visibly delivered or not, I will stick to my belief that God is love. There are some things only learned in a fiery furnace. Oswald Chambers in Run ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Man, Some Man, Some Other Man

Contributed by Jerry Carr on Oct 13, 2001

THIS WORLD IS SEARCHING FOR THE ANSWERS, JUST LIKE THIS MAN WHO WENT TO JERUSALEM TO WORSHIP, BUT GOD NEED SOME MAN TO SHOW HIM, WILL YOU BE THAT PERSON GOD USES??

When we come to where we are in the book of Acts, we find that Saul of Tarus was making havoc of the Church, but even in the midst of all the persecution God still had a man that was determined to be faithful to him, a man named Phillip. One that was willing to stand in the gap, willing to go where ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible