Sermons on 12 Disciples:

Into The Vineyard

Contributed by Chris Talton on Oct 27, 2003

In Jesus’ comparison of the vineyard to the fruitful Christian life, He makes it clear who is responsible for what in the production of fruit.

Oct. 12, 2003 John 15 “In the vineyard” INTRODUCTION 1. The Vine – Jesus  Genuine The church is not the true vine. Jews believed that to be cut off from their religious institutions was just about as bad as it could get. The disciples were going to face being ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Fat?

Contributed by Jimmy Giffin on Jun 21, 2004

God wants His people to be F A T. He will use F A T people to reach the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The disciples were F A T, Paul was F A T, the question is are you F A T?

ARE YOU FAT? Text: Matthew 24: 45-51 The text speaks of two servants one who is faithful and wise and one who is unfaithful and slothful. To the one who is faithful and wise great rewards. To the other wailing and gnashing of teeth. If you were able to speak the unfaithful one, he would think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:45-51

Denomination: Church Of God

Leaving A Taxing Situation Series

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Feb 17, 2007

MUCH LIKE JESUS CALLED MATTHEW TO WALK AWAY FROM HIS FAMILIAR AND COMFORTABLE LIFESTYLE AS A TAX COLLECTOR AND FOLLOW AFTER HIM, JESUS IS CALLING US TO LEAVE CERTAIN PARTS AND THE PAST OF OUR LIFE BEHIND ALSO. LET’S FIND OUT HOW . . .

SCRIPTURE: MATTHEW 9:9 SUBJECT: LEAVING A TAXING SITUATION BEHIND IN LUKE 2:41-52 (MARY AND JOSEPH RETURNING HOME FROM JERUSALEM . . .) AMAZING HOW THOSE YOU ARE CLOSE TO – GRANTED . . . PHYSICALLY, EMOTIONALLY, AND SPIRITUALLY THEY HAVE CHECKED OUT A LONG TIME AGO, BUT BECAUSE YOU WERE SO BUSY ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Most Important Thing

Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Oct 8, 2005

The world has gone crazy! Everything has to be instant and we want things to be done yesterday! What was meant to save time now takes up our time (email, cell phones). Jesus tells us above all the noise of life: “What is the most important thing?”

Introduction: The world has gone crazy! Everything has to be instant and we want things to be done yesterday! What was meant to save time now takes up our time (email, cell phones). We have heard two messages: ‘Sabbath’ and ‘Feet of Jesus’. I want to reinforce today so that it is heard above ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Charismatic

From Zero To Hero Pt. 3 Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Mar 27, 2006

This is pt 3 of 4 for the From Zero to Hero series. The worlds view of hereos is short sighted and twisted. God’s true heroes are the ones that are solely focused on serving Him. They are the Spiritual hereos that will be remembered not for 15 minutes but

FROM ZERO TO HERO PART 3 (Noah) HERO WHO PERSEVERED NOTE: 4 OF THE 5 MAIN POINTS WERE ADAPTED FROM DOUG FIELDS, OLD SCHOOL GOOD GUYS MESSAGES. ALL THE BODY IS ORIGINAL FROM PASTOR RYAN AKERS, BUT THE POINTS ARE ADAPTED. Genesis 6:5-22, “5Now the LORD observed the extent of the people’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Limits Of Tolerance

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Sep 30, 2007

A Church Discipline sermon - (The Purpose of God’s Discipline is for our own good) - Don’t Tolerate Evil.

SERMON NOTES: “THE LIMITS OF TOLERANCE” Do not tolerate evil: 1. For T_heir_____ sake a. Handed over to Satan i. How long (Is it final)? ii. What happens next? iii. Who falls into this category? b. If we refuse to exercise discipline, we are refusing to exercise love. c. Enabling vs. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Serving: Trail Hazards And Safety Tips Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Oct 28, 2006

Learn how each Psalm in the Songs of Ascent (120-134) describe the exciting life of the modern day follower of God as we climb and grow in our relationship with Christ.

Serving: Trail Hazards & Safety Tips June 23, 2002 We continue this morning in our series on the Christian life, from what are commonly called, “The Psalms of Ascent”. These were Psalms specifically written for travel, as the early Israelites made their ascent every year, upwards to worship at ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Ministry Essentials Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

Have you ever been confused or disillusioned about your calling? Expository sermon explores Jesus interation concerning Peter’s calling: (1)Motive (2)Assignment (3)Focus. Used clip from the movie "The Rookie" as illustration.

Ministry Essentials Fortifying the Foundation # 47 John 21:15-25[1] 10-03-04 Intro Have you ever been confused or disillusioned about your calling? Early in your experience, God spoke to you and called you to serve Him in a particular way. You knew it. You knew it was from God. You knew ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-25

Denomination: Charismatic

Nitty Gritty...meet Who I Was! #3 Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Stratton on Aug 20, 2002

This sermon is based upon Mike Yaconelli’s book "Messy Spirituality and is designed to convince Seekers that God wants our Nitty and Gritty lives

June 1 & 2, 2002 John 4:1-18 “Nitty Gritty …Meet Who I Was!” Prairie View A & M University, located in Bryn, Texas, was founded in 1876 as a technical school for blacks in the then segregated Texas education system. It is the second oldest institution of higher learning in the state of Texas. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Shipwreck Your Faith

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 8, 2003

We must use caution as we sail our ships in this journey of life

"Don’t shipwreck your faith" 1 Timothy 1:18-19 "Nevertheless God’s solid foundation stands firm sealed with this inscription,’The Lord knows those who are his and everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from wickedness." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Double-Edged Sword

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 18, 2001

The importance of studying the Word of God

Hebrews 4:12-13 “THE DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD” By: Reverend Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA A day or two before I was to leave for college, my pastor came to my door with a gift. It was a small--pocket-sized Bible with a nice leather cover. I was a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Grapes Under The Gavel

Contributed by Anthony Bradseth on Nov 3, 2001

We no longer have to be grapes under the gavel but can be the sweet fruit of God.

Grapes under the Gavel Isaiah 5:1-17 Introduction: Have you ever heard of the comedian Gallager? He smashes watermelons and other foods with a large wooden mallet. The bigger the object getting smashed often bigger the mallet/hammer. He gets the audience all wet. Many come, especially those in the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:1-17, Revelation 14:12

Denomination: Baptist

A Trip To The Potter's House

Contributed by Don Spooner on Jan 23, 2001

We are placed on the Potter’s wheel at out new birth and are shaped into a vessel, that meets the Potter’s specification.

The prophet Jeremiah functioned in ancient Israel, just before they were carried into captivity as punishment for the sins of idolatry. This text shows us that God was eager to withhold judgement and extend mercy, if only Israel would repent. Unfortunately they would not and were carried off in ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6, 1 John 5:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is Jesus Making A Difference In Your Life? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 5, 2006

Is JEsus making a difference in your life? We will look at five indicators of His influence in your life.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we are going to examine an important question. Is Jesus making a difference in your life? • The answer to this question is important because the answer to this question will tell you where you are at with Jesus and just how important He really is to you. • This ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Can The Cross Teach Me

Contributed by David Rogers on Jul 19, 2005

This is a sermon that tells how the letters in the word cross can teach us to be disciples.

What Can The Cross Do For Me? July 17 2005 Jesus tells us in Matthew 16: 24-26 24Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man would come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 25For whosoever would save his life shall lose it: and whosoever shall lose his life for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Baptist