Sermons on Abandon:

Friends For Christ's Sake

Contributed by Tim Adams on Dec 1, 2009

A sermon on the value of soul friendship in the church.

"FRIENDS FOR CHRIST’S SAKE" I SAMUEL 18:1-5 (Focal Text: Verse 1) On March 11, 1991, eight-year-old Anthony Henderson upset the distinguished leader of our nation, President George Bush. President Bush was visiting Anthony’s school and had sat down beside Anthony to read him a book. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Keep Your Eyes Open Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Nov 2, 2008

A study through the book of Jude Part 2 of 4: We need to stay alert against our tendency to slip into “feel good sin.”

ME Open your bibles to the book of JUDE…if you don’t have a bible with you, the ushers will gladly hand you one. [Ushers hand out bibles to any who need them] We’re going to be looking at verses 5-11 today… Let me start by saying that I like things that feel good… • Roller coasters • Warm ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:5-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Men, It's Time To Get It Together

Contributed by Shad Comeaux on Nov 11, 2008

Father’s Day message that focuses on men of God needing to pull life together when it’s not in line.

Just because I said, “Men, It’s Time to Get It Together,” that doesn’t mean women you should close your bibles and divide your attention, because although I would like to focus on the men I guarantee you that there is a message in this sermon for you as well. Men, I don’t want you to tune me out, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

First Class Treatment Series

Contributed by Michael Karpf on Nov 14, 2008

Showing partiality to the rich not only violates the 2nd commandment to "love your neighbor as yourself," it is breaking the whole law

Here’s a typical scenario for you at Narita Airport. Let’s say John and Chihoko are flying to JFK. I’m the purser or the head steward. I’m at the door to greet the passengers when they come on the 777. I see Chihoko dressed in very fine clothes. She is like the person we just read about. She ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How To Have Joy In Our Lives Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Nov 15, 2008

First message looks at the life of Paul and how he had joy despite the trials and circumstances he faced (acknowledgment to Rick Warren)

How to live the Christian life How to have joy in our life - Part 1 of 12 Philippians 1:3-11 Today we start a new series on Philippians. The Apostle Paul in his second missionary journey established this church. The first convert was Lydia. Lydia was a seller of purple goods from the Asian city of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

The War Of The Worlds

Contributed by Phillip Krueger on Nov 20, 2008

God’s unfolding strategy for defeating Satan.

THE WAR OF THE WORLDS FCC 2-12-06 1. Today, we are going to examine the longest, bloodiest, most interesting war in the history of planet earth and how it affects us. a) We will be reminded that Jesus is the Savior of the world promised from Genesis to Revelation. b) We will learn just how much we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sin's Seductive Snare Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 21, 2007

David, Pt. 10

SIN’S SEDUCTIVE SNARE (2 SAMUEL 11) When the 50-year-old former Haiti president Jean-Bertrand Aristide fled in 2004 after 13 years in power, he left 8.5 million Haitians more miserable and disillusioned than ever. Aristede was the nation’s first democratically elected president but he followed in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Guarding Against Implosion Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 7, 2010

We can prevent the implosion of the church by holding fast to the face value of the Bible text and refusing to tolerate false teaching.

[Video of Texas Stadium implosion] At 7:07 a.m. CDT on April 11, 2010, 11-year-old Casey Rogers, who won an essay contest for the job, pressed the button that began the process of demolishing Texas Stadium. Although the stadium had survived continuous onslaughts from the elements over its nearly ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Simple, But Not Easy

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Apr 19, 2010

FCF: If we love Jesus – are teachable and available to him – then he can use us. Text Outline: 1. Be Teachable [John 21: 1 – 6] 2. Be Available [John 21: 7 – 14] 3. Be Restored and Used [John 21: 15 – 19]

Simple, But Not Easy Text: John 21: 1 – 19 MP (Text): Because Peter loved Jesus, Jesus was willing to forgive and restore Peter to the where Peter would be able to lead the rest of his life in a Christ-like manner. FCF: If we love Jesus – are teachable and available to him – ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

"The Baptist's Faith And Message"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 28, 2009

The condition of hearts in the wilderness determines their readiness to receive

“Now in those days John the Baptist came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea, saying, 2 “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” 3 For this is the one referred to by Isaiah the prophet when he said, “THE VOICE OF ONE CRYING IN THE WILDERNESS, ‘MAKE READY THE WAY OF THE LORD, MAKE HIS ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Orthodox

What Do We Do With Jesus? Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 1, 2011

The most important question we will answer in our lives is what we conclude about Jesus.

What Do We Do With Jesus? Series: A Journey with Jesus (through the Gospel of John) Brad Bailey – April 10, 2011 Intro As we begin this morning… I want us to consider the relationship we each have with truth. A part of each one of us bears a pursuit for truth. In a sense every life is a ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Showdown On Mount Carmet Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 23, 2012

In this lesson, we see Elijah stand all alone against the prophets of Baal and Asherah. We learn many things from Elijah's example, including the difference one person can make.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who was solo skydiving for the very first time. 1. He had taken all the lessons and now it was time for his first solo jump. 2. He leapt out of the plane and as he was falling he panicked and couldn’t remember how to open his parachute. 3. As he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sharing Our Mail Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 13, 2011

Exploring development and implementation of church to church interaction.

“When this letter has been read among you, have it also read in the church of the Laodiceans; and see that you also read the letter from Laodicea.” Sometimes we forget that the letters Paul wrote are not mere theological treatises, meant to provide sermon fodder for preachers desperate for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

He Is Worthy Series

Contributed by Grant Macdonald on Jul 7, 2012

Why is Jesus Worthy?

In the good old days the only thing I had to worry about losing, besides my mind, was my keys. To be honest with you, keys are enough of a challenge for me. I can recall, let’s just say, more than once, when my keys were mistakenly locked in our car or in the house. One time I locked myself ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living A Fruitful Life

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Jul 8, 2012

"Living a Fruitful Life" is a message from John 15:1-5. In this passage, Jesus explains the process of spiritual fruit bearing: (1) Recognize that God is the vine dresser; (2) Realize that Jesus is the true vine; and (3) remember that you are just a branc

LIVING A FRUITFUL LIFE JOHN 15:1-5 Salvation by faith in Christ alone has two fundamental dimensions. First of all, being saved means I will one day live in eternity with God. Likewise, being saved means that I am to live for God on earth each day. One on hand, Christianity is about getting man ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-5

Denomination: Baptist