Sermons on A Changed Man:

Creating A Climate For Joy

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 13, 2008

Christians find joy in following Christ and behaving in a Christ-like ways.

Title: Creating a Climate for Joy Text: Philippians 4:1-9 The Big Idea: Christians find joy in following Christ and behaving in a Christ-like way. Introduction I would like for us to take a moment to watch a clip by the Audio Adrenaline people who went on a road trip across America to find out ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Purpose Of The Seventy Weeks Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Aug 7, 2008

Part 8 in a series on the prophecies found in the book of Daniel. This part discusses the seventy weeks of chapter 9.

The Prophecies of Daniel Part 8: The Purpose of the Seventy Weeks (Daniel 9) We have reached week eight of our study of the prophecies given to the Old Testament prophet, Daniel. We have seen how God predicted the rule of the Gentile powers throughout history and we’ve seen the unveiling of the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Hands On! (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Feb 16, 2009

Do your best with what you can while you can.

I remember the time when I was just getting active in the campus ministry when I was a college student. In our Bible study, I heard an announcement inviting people to join the leadership training. The word “leader” immediately caught my attention. In my mind, I see people following my lead. That ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:10

Denomination: Baptist

Worthwhile Conversation

Contributed by Bruce Pratt on Mar 4, 2008

The Christian’s speech should be a reflection of the Holy Spirit’s working, bringing value to those around us.

WORTHWHILE CONVERSATION When I was in my twenties, I couldn’t hold on to money. If I had a dollar, I’d spend it. If I saw something I wanted, I bought it without much consideration as to whether it was a good deal or not. I’m not totally sure whether it was a function of getting older or marrying ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29

Denomination: Baptist

Rest For Today And Forever

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Mar 15, 2008

I preached this at my grandmother’s funeral. She was 88 and althogh her health had been declining, her death was very sudden. Her last request of me was to officiate at her funeral, which I did and was the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my ministry.

(Reading of the obituary) I think it’s pretty safe to say that this day came as a great shock to almost every one of us in this room here today. While we knew that Grandma wasn’t in the best of health, and had some past health issues a little over 4 years ago, none of us thought that we’d be ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-46

Denomination: Lutheran

The City Was Full Of Idols

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 17, 2008

1- We must allow God to convict us 2- We must reason with those who will listen 3- We must preach the good news about Jesus

INTRO.- Name that song? Remember that TV show? They would play a tune and the contestant would try to name that song. Ok, here’s another version of that contest: NAME THAT IDOL! What? Please play along with me. What’s the biggest idol that you’ve seen here in America? Let me help you with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Carnal Christian

Contributed by J. B. Hall on Mar 30, 2008

I believe there are 2 major problems in the local church: lost church members, and carnal Christians; this sermon discusses the latter.

“Carnal Christian” 1 Corinthians 3:1 – 3 By: Pastor J. B. Hall Introduction: I believe there are 2 major problems in the local church: lost church members, and carnal Christians. Today I’d like to discuss the latter. The title of the message is Carnal Christian. If we’re going to discuss ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Home Improvement

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Sep 11, 2007

These are very serious times in which we live and nothing is more important than the training of our children to be followers of God. Pastor Greg Phillips, children’s pastor of COTR, and myself taught this sermon together.

(GARY)(Put on tool belt- get from tool box) Talk this morning about families and children. I have asked Pastor Greg- Children’s Pastor- to team up with me on this topic. Our theme is- Home Improvements. Around my house there is always something that needs to be repaired or improved. A house in many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Charismatic

A Life For God Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 9, 2008

Peace should not be a goal of life. It is a by-product of a life lived in good conscience toward God and in service to the risen King!

Sermon for CATM – November 9, 2008 – Philippians 4:10-23 – A Life for God Today we finish up our course on Philippians. This has been a nine-week journey through a fascinating book, and we’ve had opportunity to reflect on this book and to worship, and for those who chose to take the course ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel According To Isaiah

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 17, 2009

Isaiah prophesied long ago that the Messiah, Jesus, was coming, and therefore, we must accept Him into our hearts today.

The Gospel According to Isaiah Text: Isaiah 9:1-7 Introduction 1. Illustration: Praise God for Christmas. Praise Him for the incarnation, for the word made flesh. I will not sing of shepherds watching flocks on frosty nights, or angel choristers. I will not sing of a stable bare in Bethlehem, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

God With Us: God’s Amazing Present!

Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Dec 25, 2009

God has given us the best Christmas present and it is wrapped in the tender human body of our Lord Jesus Christ who was born in a lowly manger.

Introduction: Christmas is an exciting time and little Sammy was excited. He was 15 years old and Christmas was still to him a time of wonder. He was a happy child despite his handicap. You see, Sammy was slightly retarded. He still went to school, though he was 2 years behind. And he did the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Basketball

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Jan 4, 2010

We are Christians on the basketball court of life and how well we play depends on how well we conquer sin in our lives.

CHRISTIAN BASKETBALL ILLUSTRATION I love to watch my grandchildren play basketball and I try very hard to seldom miss a game. My enjoyment does not come from them being superstars or because their team is always in first place. I enjoy the game because I love my grandchildren; I love seeing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:8

Denomination: Christian Church

A Mutual Assurance Company

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 23, 2010

In order to feel fully at home in the church, we begin with praying for one another, we learn both to receive and to give to one another, and we abandon top-down thinking.

Isn’t it astounding, the power of the group? Isn’t it amazing that an otherwise normal, there, healthy, together person can be in a group and feel so wrong? Have you ever been in a group that was sending out such negative vibes that you just wanted to get out of there? Somehow you even felt ashamed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham & Isaac: A Picture Of Faith In Action Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Oct 23, 2009

Genesis 22:1-19. The familiar story of the (almost) sacrifice of Isaac and what it means for today.

LESSONS FROM THE LIVES OF THE PATRIARCHS GENESIS PART 2 – POSTDILUVIAN/PATRIARCHAL HISTORY ABRAHAM & ISAAC: A PICTURE OF FAITH IN ACTION GENESIS 22:1-19 INTRODUCTION - As we begin our short look at Isaac today you will notice that this portion of Scripture is really just as much about Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Warrior Messiah Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 28, 2009

We have been given authority over Satan, but we have to choose to use it.

A Warrior Messiah Text: Matthew 8:28-34 Introduction 1. Illustration: In his book Fuzzy Memories, Jack Handey writes: There used to be this bully who would demand my lunch money every day. Since I was smaller, I would give it to him. Then I decided to fight back. I started taking karate ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-32

Denomination: Methodist