Sermons on 1 Peter:

Peacemakers In A Time Of War

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 4, 2003

A look at Jesus beatitude about peacemakers in the context of possible war with Iraq but focusing on what it means for us.

v9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. "If you were my husband, I’d put poison in your coffee." -- Lady Astor "If you were my wife, I’d drink it." -- Winston Churchill Conflict we all recognise it is a fact of life and try to avoid it, yet none the less always ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Holiness

To Tame The Tongue Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Aug 28, 2005

7th message on James. The ability to control the tongue is a test of character for all Christians. James concern is to tame the tongue, a small organ that can indicate the temperature of your soul.

Winston Churchill rallied the Free World against the threat of totalitarianism by the power of his speech. During those same days, Adolph Hitler, mesmerized the German nation with his oratorical skill, and led the Axis war machine to enslave much of Europe. Churchill and Hitler demonstrate the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Narrow Road, Small Gate

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Sep 3, 2005

Discussion of Jesus’ words about only getting to heaven through him.

Narrow Road, Small Gate Matthew 7:13-14 August 21, 2005 Introduction This is one of those messages that fits in real well with the beliefs of our church and what the Bible teaches about God, Jesus, and heaven, but won’t win me any friends with people who think we’re narrow minded about such ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

How To Measure Humility Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Sep 14, 2005

10th message in James series. James identifies two spheres of life as yardsticks for humility. The first is the relationship we have with other people, especially in what we say about them. The second is the goal or plans we have for the future.

Shirley MacLaine, the Oscar-winning actress, is a spokeswoman for the self-consumed philosophy of our day. The Los Angeles Times reported an interview in which she said: The most pleasurable journey you take is through yourself…the only sustaining love is with yourself. When you look back on your ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-17

Search And Rescue Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Sep 15, 2005

When Jesus commissioned his disciples to make disciples of all nations, he sent his church into the search and rescue business.

Search and Rescue Matthew 28:18-20 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: One of the great legacies of the 9-11 disaster four years ago today is a greater appreciation for the debt we all owe to the “first responders.” I don’t remember ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing For The Fight Spiritual Warfare Part 3 Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 23, 2005

We know Who is our strength, and who the enemy is, now it’s time to put on the armor of God and go to battle.

September 18, 2005 Morning Worship Text: Ephesians 6: 14-16 Subject: Part 3 in the Spiritual Warfare Series Title: Preparing for the Fight As we continue our Spiritual Warfare series I would like to begin by recapping what we have talked about in previous weeks, because what we have said before ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In Such An Hour When Ye Think Not

Contributed by James May on Feb 27, 2005

Jesus is coming soon. Are we really watching or will we be left behind? In such an hour as ye think not, that’s when Jesus will come!

IN SUCH AN HOUR AS YE THINK NOT by Pastor Jim May Matthew 24:44, "Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh." D-Day, June 6, 1944 was one of the greatest days in all of history. Beginning just after midnight, the allied forces began what was to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What's Really Important In Life

Contributed by David Watters on Mar 1, 2005

Searching for Real Wealth. A Study of the scripture - Luke 12: 13-21

Sermon: What is Really Important in Life? Or Getting vs. Giving Scripture: Luke 12: 13-21 This week I read a little prayer… “Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray my Cuisinart to keep. I pray my stocks are on the rise, and that my analyst is wise. That all the wine I sip is white, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Methodist

The Duties Of A Watchman

Contributed by Michael Erickson on Apr 5, 2005

God’s call to Ezekiel to be a Watchman gives us clear direction in our duties as Watchmen for Christ

This has been such a tragic week in our world. I am almost afraid to turn the news on in the morning and evening to continue to hear the escalating number of deaths due to the Tsunami. Nearly 150,000 people have died as this huge wall of water hit them with virtually no warning. So for the last ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Progression

Contributed by James May on Apr 17, 2005

Every truly Born Again Child of God should have signs of Spiritual Progression in their life. We should be ever growing, and ever becoming more committed to Christ.

SPIRITUAL PROGRESSION by Pastor Jim May In the life of every truly “born again” Child of God, there should be a process underway be which we are brought into a place of maturity in Christ. What we were yesterday is no more, what we are today is ever changing, and what we shall be tomorrow, by ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The "In Christ" Metamorphosis

Contributed by Vanita George on Apr 20, 2005

This is about a Child of God experiencing the FULLNESS in Christ.

The “In Christ” Metamorphosis - Vanita George (20/04/2005) (WOV Fire Group) Introduction: The title for my message today is “The ‘In Christ’ Metamorphosis”. I did my Bachelors in Zoology and I guess that’s where I’ve picked this term ‘Metamorphosis’. Most of us must know what it means ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Heart Full Of Worship Series

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Jun 25, 2005

Second sermon in a series on the Lord’s Prayer based on a booklet by Partners in Ministry.

THE THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST June 5, 2005 St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Matthew 6:7-15 "A Heart Full of Worship" A woman was getting a pie ready to put into the oven when the phone rang. It was the school nurse: Her son had come down with a high fever and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Incomparable Christ

Contributed by James May on Jun 26, 2005

To what or to whom can we compare Christ? Is there anything in this present world better than Jesus?

THE INCOMPARABLE CHRIST By Pastor Jim May There is a song that we sing that goes like this: Lord you are more precious than silver Lord you are more costly than gold Lord you are more beautiful than diamonds And nothing I desire compares to you. Those are some wonderful words, and when they are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:18-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

One If By Land, Two If By Sea

Contributed by James May on Jul 3, 2005

Paul Revere’s ride was a warning of the Redcoats coming. Today we "ride" to warn of the Second Coming of Christ. Is our life going to be worth the sacrifice that Jesus paid to set us free?

One if By Land or Two if by Sea By Pastor Jim May Thank God for freedom to worship him. Thank God for the blessing of living in the “land of the free, and the home of the brave”. I thank God for America. Even with all of our problems, injustices, prejudices, crime and bad government, we still ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Growing Up Is Hard Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Jul 10, 2005

Are we progressing in the faith or are we, like many of those Hebrew Christians: • dull of hearing • still need to be taught elementary truth • babies wanting milk, not solid food?

In the earlier chapters we have studied some wonderful passages about the Saviour’s divinity and humanity and His wonderful fitness to be our merciful and faithful High-priest. Now we are going to move on to some rather difficult or unpalatable passages. It is tempting to skip these, but they are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist