Sermons on A Worthy Life:

Living The Bold Life Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 9, 2015

Our words and actions have consequences for both ourselves and others.

Psalms 1:1-6 “Living the Bold Life” INTRODUCTION The Bible often talks about joy and happiness. Jesus talks about being happy, or blessed, in the Sermon on the Mount. One of the fruits of the Spirit that Paul lists in his letter to the Galatians is “joy.” Psalms, like ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

A Life Well Lived Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 22, 2015

This message was for the funeral of an elderly Christian woman who was actively involved in ministry into late life.

“For I am already being poured out like a drink offering, and the time has come for my departure. I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race. I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Matters Of Life And Death

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jul 4, 2015

Persecution realities of today in many lands

Matters of Life and Death: February 8th, 2015 Pastor Eric J. Hanson: Luke 21:10-19  Jesus warned about persecution.  “They will put some of you to death”.  The Most Persecuted People in the World…  Now let’s consider specific nations. North ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:10-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Rut Stuck Life

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jul 11, 2015

People live lives digging spiritual ruts, stuck in them. and lving in them. This sermon looks at whta those lives look like and how to get out of that rut stuck life.

I was 18 when I attempted to get my drivers license for the first time. It was a day that will live in my memory forever. The day before had been a rainy day. The police officer climbed into my car as I began my driving test. Going down a two-lane highway behind the station, I was instructed to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:12, 1 Timothy 1:19, 2 Samuel 11:1-27, Psalm 51:12, James 4:10, 1 Timothy 4:15, Hebrews 12:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Faith For All Of Life Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 16, 2014

Abraham is the father of all those who believe, the central figure in Judaism, . . . the runner-up is Moses. He is the most highly regarded ancestor of Israel, next to Abraham.

Hebrews Sermon Series “Faith For All of Life” Heb. 11.23-29 August 6, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction: A Abraham is the father of all those who believe, the central figure in Judaism, . . . the runner-up is Moses. 1 He, Moses, is the most highly ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-29

Denomination: Baptist

Riches Are Not Your Life

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 23, 2014

To show that life is defined by riches in GOD's Presence not by riches. Be covetous of GOD's Presence.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you rich in GOD's Presence? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that life is defined by riches in GOD's Presence not by riches. Be covetous of GOD's Presence. IV. TEXT: Luke 12:15 (Amplified Bible) 12:15 And He said to them, Guard yourselves and keep ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Promise For The Present Life

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 1, 2015

Let's talk about the value of godliness in the present life based on 1 Timothy 4:7-8

HoHum: Have children’s come up and do Children’s Minute with them Objects needed: Alex’s barbells and sit up machine, glass of milk, and a pillow What is the next holiday? New Years! Who can tell me what a new year’s resolution is? (a promise to do something new or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's A Wonderful Life Series

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 5, 2015

The premise of the movie was for George to find out what would have happened… how life would be different, if he had never lived. What if Jesus Had Never Been Born?

Ephesians 2: 1-3, 11-12 It’s a Wonderful Life Movie Plot: Jimmy Stewart plays George Bailey, a local good guy with a beautiful family, lots of friends and a good job at the family bank. One day, his Uncle Billy loses an $8,000 deposit and George fears the worst. He gets drunk in a bar, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Promise For The Life To Come

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 10, 2015

Let's talk about how godliness holds promise for the life to come based loosely on 1 Timothy 4:8

HoHum: Harry C. Meserve- A Christian has been defined as one who makes it easier to believe in God. WBTU: Last Sunday we talked about how godliness holds promise for the present life. Mainly want us to remember that godliness brings peace and contentment in this life, godliness brings freedom ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Facidng The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 22, 2015

Life isn’t easy it is not always a bed of roses, or maybe it is and sometimes that bed of roses is filled with thorns. So how do you deal with those thorns that may crop up in your life from time to time?

Facing the Storms of Life John 6:15-21 Monte T. Brown January 18, 2015 Sunday Morning Stapp Zoe Baptist Introduction: Life isn’t easy it is not always a bed of roses, or maybe it is and sometimes that bed of roses is filled with thorns. So how do you deal with those ...read more

Scripture: John 6:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Beginning A New Life Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jan 29, 2015

Message about beginning a new life after getting out of Egypt

Note: Many of the notes came from the book Pilgrims Promise: Getting out of Egypt and Getting Egypt Out of Us by Bryan Cutshall Title: A New Beginning Theme: Text: Exodus 13, 14 Exodus 13:17-18 Then it came to pass, when Pharaoh had let the people go, that God did not lead them by way of the ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

A New Purpose In Life Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 2, 2015

In the kingdom of God, it is no longer true that "whoever dies with the most toys wins.

Matthew 6:7-21 “A New Purpose in Life” INTRODUCTION In Greek mythology Narcissus was a hunter from a territory in Central Greece who was renowned for his beauty. He was the son of a river god and a nymph. He was exceptionally proud, in that he disdained those who loved him. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Life Of Second Fiddles Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Feb 3, 2015

Being a Second fiddles isn't necessarily a bad thing - consider Andrew.

“Jesus 101: The Life of Second Fiddles” John 1:29-42 Have you ever stood in the shadow of someone else, by whom you were always compared? It didn’t matter how good you were, or how well you performed; they were always the star, always got the solo, and always got the publicity ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Secret To A Satisfied Life

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 3, 2015

A sermon from Philippians to help those who are discontented.

The Secret to a Satisfied Life Php 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice. 5 Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. 6 Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. 7 And ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret To Long Life

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 8, 2015

To show that serving and following the LORD will keep our life here on earth and even for eternity. Go for zoe life (higher life) and not for psuche life. (low life)

I. EXORDIUM: What kind of life do you have? Zoe life. John 17:3 (Amplified Bible) 17:3 And this is eternal life: [it means] to know (to perceive, recognize, become acquainted with, and understand) You, the only true and real God, and [likewise] to know Him, Jesus [as the] Christ (the Anointed ...read more

Scripture: John 12:25-26

Denomination: Pentecostal