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  • Work And Rest Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 29, 2024
     | 793 views

    If you want to enjoy God-honoring, fulfilling work, then work in His power, and rest with His blessing.

    John Ortberg tells an old story about a mother who walks in on her six-year-old son and finds him sobbing. “What's the matter?” she asks. ”I've just figured out how to tie my shoes.” “Well, honey, that's wonderful. You're growing up, but why are you crying?” “Because,” he says, ...read more

  • What Kind Of Shape Are You And I In?

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Apr 27, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,608 views

    We are called and equipped to serve - in Jesus’ name!

    One of the beliefs about our economic system is that it has moved from being an industrial economy to a service and information economy. In other words, more and more jobs are based on providing a service or information than providing a product. Service has therefore become an important part of ...read more

  • Different, But The Same Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on May 16, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,078 views

    This sermon stresses the importance of finding our spiritual gifts and putting them to use.

    1 Corinthians Different, but the Same 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 May 18, 2003 Intro: A. [Fair Exchanges] The husband’s idea of a gift exchange: His gift is a new set of golf clubs. Her gift is a new pair of dishwashing gloves. The wife’s idea of a gift exchange: His gift is a new snow shovel. Her ...read more

  • Strange Things Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Mar 17, 2025
     | 158 views

    As Jesus ministered in the region of Galilee, He did some things that some thought to be strange. As a result they glorified God!

    A few years ago, there was a series release on streaming services called “Stranger Things.” The series took place in a small town where strange events were happening - supernatural encounters, weird creatures, fissures into things that seemed like a mirror image of our world. It was truly filled ...read more

  • Talent Giving! Series

    Contributed by Dave Martin on Feb 24, 2001
    based on 90 ratings
     | 10,256 views

    Each one of us are divinely crafted and intricately interwoven together. God made you to be you, just the way you are.

    "Talent Giving!" " The 3 T’s - Time, Treasure, and Talent" series part 3 of 3 Text: 1Peter 4:7-11; Mt. 25:14-30 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin - Feb. 25, 2001 www.crosscreekcc.org God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! 1 Peter 4:7-11 The end of all ...read more

  • The Spirit’s Gift Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 3, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,448 views

    If we want to be used of God to effectively advance the cause of Christ, we must be careful not to overestimate or underestimate ourselves, but use the Spirit’s gift(s) to serve with all our hearts.

    Just a few years ago, Dave Barry, a columnist for the Washington Post, posted his comments about the typical male in the first week of December. He wrote, “Your standard man, at this point in the Christmas season, has purchased zero gifts. He has not yet gotten around to purchasing an acceptable ...read more

  • A Frustrated Messiah Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 29, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,401 views

    Jesus has given us all we need to meet people's needs and wants us to step out in faith and meet those needs.

    A Frustrated Messiah Text: Matt. 17:14-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: Our dog Copper has issues! First of all, he is part Basset Hound and part Terrier. If you combine a Labrador and a Poodle they are called a "Labradoodle." That would make Copper a "Barrier," and the barrier is between his ...read more

  • Hearing Your Heartbeat Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,178 views

    Using Rick Warren’s SHAPE acronym to demonstrate how God has uniquely created us with a passion or heartbeat for something God is passionate about.

    We are in a series we are calling “Created to be God’s Masterpiece.” This comes from Ephesians 2:10 of the NLT, “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so that we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” This means you are God’s Masterpiece, his work of ...read more

  • Producers Of A Hostile Environment-1 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 2, 2009
     | 3,588 views

    Part 1 of a 7-part sermon. The last days will be characterized by a hostile(antagonistic) environment. But Why? A hostile(antagonistic) environment is produced by, a Distortion of…

    PRODUCERS of a HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT-I—2Timothy 3:1-9 Attention: Pacific Herring live off of coast of US from Baja CA to AK. They eat Plankton(microscopic drifters). For various reasons, plankton ‘bloom’, increasing their numbers exponentially. This feeds the herring, one of the favorite foods of ...read more

  • Hand To The Plow

    Contributed by Shane Hart on Apr 27, 2006
    based on 20 ratings
     | 27,463 views

    An in depth look at the meaning of Jesus’ statement that no one who puts their hand to plwo and looks back is worthy of heaven.

    In our series on answering your questions, I recieved this one recently in my email: "Pastor, How do we put forth our hands to the plow for the kingdom, stirring up the gift of God within us for his Glory? Ron" This is a good question and is in two parts. So I will answer it in two parts tonight ...read more

  • Defeating The Enemy: David's Determination SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 19, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,392 views

    David's Determination

    Good morning, family. It's a joy to be here with you today, to share in the warmth of our fellowship and the light of God's word. As we gather here in this sacred space, let's take a moment to center ourselves, to quiet the noise of the world outside and tune our hearts to the divine frequency of ...read more

  • "i Doubt It"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 24, 2025
     | 291 views

    Nehemiah was a true man of God, howebver he faced a lot of doubt every day. H e was surrounded by it daily and eventually it got to him. It gets to all of us.

    “I Doubt It!” Nehemiah 4 This is a picture of the chapel on the campus of the seminary I attended in New Orleans. When my wife and I moved there we really had no idea how we would manage, financially; moving there with no job for either of us but we knew God was leading us. In less than a week I ...read more

  • How To Be Fearless Like Daniel PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,366 views

    This sermon encourages us to find courage, faith, and grace in God's word, drawing inspiration from Daniel's fearless devotion amidst adversity. Key

    Good morning, dear friends. We are here today, gathered in the warmth of fellowship and the light of God's love. We are here to share in His word. To find comfort in His teachings. To seek courage in His promises. Opening Scripture Reading – Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the book of ...read more

  • Redeeming Your Time - Let Your Yes Be Yes Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 642 views

    This sermon explores how Jesus managed his time effectively by honoring his commitments and prioritizing solitude for reflection, serving as a model for us to follow.

    Last week, we started a 5-week series called Redeeming Your Time. A quick recap: In Ephesians 5:15-17, God commands us to “redeem the time.” Why? So that we can do “the will of the Lord.” So, now that we know God does care about how we manage our time, how do we “redeem the time”? Where can we look ...read more

  • Embrace Our Differences

    Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 28, 2001
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,454 views

    Jesus urges us to embrace our differences as Christian individuals who are gifted to serve in unique ways and yet united together around all of the teachings of our Savior.

    Hope Lutheran Church - Irmo, SC Pastor Jason Zahn 4th Sunday after Epiphany - ILCW- C January 28, 2001 1 Corinthians 12:12-21,26,27 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Perhaps you’re like me. My eyes cannot stand to watch it. My ears cringe as the details are described. My mind cannot fathom ...read more