Sermons on competent team is mate: showing 631-645 of 24,734

When God "Prays"...

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Feb 7, 2012

To accept our contrite brethren into our Church-fold once they genuinely repent of their sins...

When God ‘prays’… Needless to say, this kind of title is bound to raise eye-brows & any media mogul with a nose for sensationalism is bound to capitalize on News as SENSATIONAL as the Creator Himself praying. Keeping the core content of my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:28

Denomination: *other

Sermon On Presence

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 31, 2022

Presence is defined as the state or fact of existing, occurring or being present. It may also refer to an existence that is present, but is not seen.

Tara Brach, an American psychologist and author once remarked: “In any moment, no matter how lost we feel, we can take refuge in presence and love. We need only pause, breathe, and open to the experience of aliveness within us. In that wakeful openness, we come home to the peace and freedom of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12, John 14:17-20, Psalm 31:19-21, Hebrews 10:36

Conduct Worthy Of The Church Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 13, 2007

Does your conduct match the calling of the Gospel of Christ. Are you standing firm for the Gospel or being easily blown over of satan’s attackes.

Conduct Worthy of the Church Philippians 1:27-30 INTRO. Paul had a special love, respect, and appreciation for the church at Philippi. It was one of the most mature churches mentioned in the New Testament. They did have there share of problems though, just like we have today: false teachers, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Give Up To Go Up Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Jul 31, 2004

Part 1 of 3 in the series "Going For The Gold." The messages is about what it takes to make the sacrifices necessary to become a world-class Christian.

GIVE UP TO GO UP GOING FOR THE GOLD: How to be a World-Class Christian Hebrews 12:1a August 1, 2004 Series Introduction: This month the Olympic games will be returning to their origins in Athens, Greece. Once every four years the best athletes from all around the globe gather for competition. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

The Principles Of Handling Conflict And Anger At Home: Series

Contributed by Oyewole O. Sarumi on Mar 2, 2011

Conflict is a part of our life, but it must never result to violence. Therefore, we must be determined to manage our relationship well so that it doesn’t generate to an abysmal level that becomes intolerable and can therefore be discarded with impunity.

The principles of handling conflict and anger at Home: Acts 15:36-41 Introduction Conflict is a part of our life, but it must never result to violence. Therefore, we must be determined to manage our relationship well so that it doesn’t generate to an abysmal level that becomes intolerable and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Are Like Geese

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

communities, like Canadian geese, are there to support each other

Fall is here – you can see the leaves turning and there is a nip in the air. But I also know Fall is here because I have seen. . . and heard the honking of a gaggle of Canadian geese beginning their migration south. I am sure most of you have noticed that Canadian geese fly in a ‘V’ formation. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Episcopal

Freedom Letter- Run A Good Race Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 7, 2021

This is the 44th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study in Acts will also include the letters written to the Churches. This is the 10th sermon from the Letter to the Galatians.

Series: Action [#44] FREEDOM LETTER- RUN A GOOD RACE Galatians 5:1-12 Introduction: Many years ago, I coached the High School Swimming team. I had several athletes that went to College on scholarships; but the athlete I was thinking about while I was preparing this sermon, went on to compete ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Meek Series

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jun 13, 2005

We tend to think that meekness is for losers, but Jesus teaches that the earth belongs to those who humility and meekness is seen in their trust of Christ.

Blessed are the Meek Matthew 5:5 May 29, 2005 This is the third sermon on the beatitudes. We have come down to Matthew 5:5. “Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth.” I have a feeling that we have a problem today as we come to this beatitude on meekness. Meekness doesn’t really ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Methodist

Baptismal Talk On The Parable Of The Hidden Treasure

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 22, 2008

The Christian Life neeeds strict training - to win the prize - the hidden treasure which is the kingdom of God

AF 24-08-08 The Kingdom of Heaven Mt. 13:31-33 and 44-52 Story: I don’t know if you are anything like me but I have been keeping an eye on the Olympics – and hasn’t TEAM GB done well It is great to see our team step up to receive the gold silver and bronze medals Especially Paul Goodison in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Denomination: Anglican

Life Is Like A Baseball Game

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 19, 2002

The Cal Ripken Jr. World Series of baseball has invaded Mattoon, IL, and life is somewhat similar to a baseball game.

LIFE IS LIKE A BASEBALL GAME I Cor. 9:25 "Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever." INTRO.- ILL.- In the popular 1994 movie "Forrest Gump," Forrest with an IQ of 74 said, "Mama ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making Marriage Work

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Feb 14, 2005

Over 50% of weddings performed this year will end in divorce. And the statistic does not change just by going to church. Why? Maybe we should read the directions!

Making Marriage Work Genesis 2:24 New Deal: Tim Timmons maintains that there are basically three stages in marriage. Stage #1 is the Ideal. That’s when everyone is excited, when love is grand, and “our marriage is going to be different!” But then along comes stage #2. The Ideal becomes an Ordeal. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24

Denomination: Church Of God

The Spirit Of Sports

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 5, 2021

The spirit of sports plays a greater role in the Bible than most of us see. We will study how Paul uses sport terms to teach Christian lessons.

Back in the days of depression the mighty Babe Ruth was asked to take a salary cut for the first time in his career. He didn't go for it, but insisted on his customary $80,000 contract. "But Babe," protested an official of the Yankee Ball Club, "These are trying times. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Be Supportive Of Other Churches Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Oct 30, 2021

If we serve the Lord with the impure motive of personal gain, instead of with the intention of leading people to faith in Christ, then we can become self-focused, critical and judgmental of other believers and other churches.

The apostle Paul once admonished the Philippians, “Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others” (Philippians 2:3-4). In ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-41

Denomination: Baptist

My Joy Will Rest In You Lord

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Feb 2, 2003

With the hustle and bustle of the Holidays over we have a moment to breath. Reflect on our lives and the direction that the Lord is leading us these days.

My Joy Will Rest In You Lord HHM Pastor Jim Parisi 02-02-03 With the hustle and bustle of the Holidays over we have a moment to breath. Reflect on our lives and the direction that the Lord is leading us these days. A “new year” we said a few weeks ago, it is now February, before long it ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8, Genesis 22:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seven Keys To Running Your Race Well Series

Contributed by Bill Burnett on Jan 16, 2003

Are running your race to win?

1 Cor 9:24-27.doc GOOD ADVICE TO A GROWING CHURCH _____________________________________________ Seven Keys to Running Your Race Well- 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 1 John 5:4 For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that has overcome the world; our faith. The word ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, 1 John 5:4-8

Denomination: Foursquare