Sermons on Abundance:

Live Life Like You Were Living!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 16, 2020

We have a heritage, we have a future, we also have a destiny! It’s time we stood up collectively together and reclaimed what has been stolen from under our very nose and is rightfully ours!

Live life like you were living! There are a lot of things that excite people in life. There’s music, sports, money excites a lot of people! What gets you going? Why does society become so excited over man made achievements and events in life? Wining an Oscar, or a Super Bowl ring everyone would ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-6, Psalm 23:1-3, Isaiah 43:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Faith Worth Fighting For - Part One Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Apr 26, 2023

The short and often neglected letter of Jude is a challenge to believers to stand strong in the faith in the face of false teaching. A valuable lesson to Christians in all ages.

Open up your Bibles to Jude. When is the last time you heard that? Jude is the next to the last book of the New Testament, right before Revelation. It doesn’t rank up there on the list of most popular books in the Bible. Not many quotes from Jude are on your refrigerator or being cross stitched for ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Weakest Link

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jan 13, 2003

A chain is only as strong as it’s weakest link,what is the weak link in the chain of our faith life?

Josh 1:8 The Weakest Link This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Did Christ Jesus Come Into This World - Part 2

Contributed by Paul George on Oct 18, 2003

Why Christ Jesus came into this world.

Christ Jesus did not come into this world to remove barriers that stand in the way of God’s grace flowing forth to fallen mankind, as some people claim. He came to “seek and save that which was lost” (Luke 19:10). He didn’t come into this world to see if there were any who would seek Him. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Denomination: Holiness

The Beginning Of The End Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 24, 2007

Our relationship with Jesus not only transforms our daily, physical lives, but it also provides us with hope beyond our physical lives.

Luke 20:27-38 “The Beginning of the End” INTRODUCTION Antagonists of the Christian faith occasionally offer arguments that they believe beyond a shadow of a doubt invalidates all religious beliefs. One of my favorites is, “If God is all-powerful, then is God able to make a rock bigger than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Check Your Attitude At The Door

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Mar 15, 2007

This week I want us to examine our attitude. Our attitude is a key factor to having success in our life. As Christians, we must live with the expectation that God is going to do something good for me today. God wants to bless us; however we must have an

Introduction · Last week we discussed the Holy Spirit in you. The Holy Spirit comes upon us when we give ourselves to Jesus and become a Believer. · We feed the Holy Spirit by spending time in the Word of God, prayer and in fellowship. He is our guide that leads us to complete the will of God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Really Matters Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jan 21, 2008

James shows us how to see through the outer things in peoples in lives and focus on what really matters

In his autobiography, Gandhi wrote that during his student days he read the Gospels seriously and considered converting to Christianity. He believed that in the teachings of Jesus he could find the solution to the caste system that was dividing the people of India. So one Sunday he decided to ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

The Once A Year Theologian

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Dec 19, 2005

Don’t those once a year theologians on T.V. just get under your skin? It’s this time of the year that brings out the once a year theologian! Top 10 once a year sayings of the once a year theologian...

Don’t those once a year theologians on T.V. just get under your skin? It’s this time of the year that brings out the once a year theologian! Top 10 once a year sayings of the once a year theologian: 10. “The Bible really isn’t reliable” 9. “Peace on earth, good will towards men” 8. “The man up ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Where The Grass Is Greener ( Envy) Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 13, 2005

Envy has a powerful effect upon our lives. It rubs of of peace, joy and love. God not only offers us forgiveness, but also a life of contentment.

Acts 8:9-25 “Where the Grass Is Greener (Envy)” INTRODUCTION We are complex individuals. To be able to say that we were completely dedicated to and solely motivated by God’s will may be our dream and desire, but it is not the reality. All too often the less noble forces of greed, pride, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Knowing My Specific Assignment In Life (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Oct 19, 2006

When you give voice to God’s Word, you activate the angels to assist you in carrying out His assignment for your life. Angels are ministering spirits that will help you reach the goal so you can have the good life God has prepared.

Introduction · Last week we discussed that God has a specific assignment for each Born Again Believer. That He has laid out a road map for you to be successful in His plans. · We learned last week that you are predestined to do good works & complete your assignment. · He has given you His Holy ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Extreme Gratitude

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 31, 2009

Christian living requires an extreme level of gratitude

Extreme Gratitude 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Thanksgiving Message November 23, 2008 Morning Service The pilgrims made seven times more graves than huts…nevertheless, [they] set aside a day of thanksgiving. — H. W. Westermeyer The Pilgrims revealed an example of extreme gratitude toward God for all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Church Of God

How Much Land Does A Man Need?

Contributed by Sherry Proskine on Oct 3, 2007

Jesus isn’t asking to give up all that we have, just that one thing that stands between us and following Him. We can choose today to walk a fresh walk of freedom.

HOW MUCH LAND DOES A MAN NEED? Mark 10:17-22 Opening Illustration: Leo Tolstoy once wrote a story about a successful peasant farmer who was not satisfied with his lot. He wanted more of everything. One day he received a fantastic offer. For 1000 rubles, he could buy all the land he could walk ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Life Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 6, 2013

Everything is transformed in our lives because of the cross of Christ. The old life is dead and gone. We are now living a new life.

Colossians 3:1-11 “New Life” INTRODUCTION The tale of “The Ugly Duckling” begins, when a mother duck's eggs hatch. One of the little birds is perceived by the other birds and animals on the farm as a homely little creature and suffers much verbal and physical abuse ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Facing Temptation Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 21, 2011

Jesus' encounter with Satan helps us to understand the power of temptations and ways to overcome it.

Matthew 4:1-11 “Facing Temptation” INTRODUCTION Video: “Temptation—Deep Thoughts By a Shallow Christian This brief video seems to echo the thoughts and actions of many people in our modern society. It is commonly believed that sin has no consequence and the resisting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

All Sufficient Grace For Even Me

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Apr 17, 2010

In light of all that we obtain by God’s Grace, salvation, strength, and sufficiency, we truly realize the “good news” of the gospel.

All Sufficient Grace For Even Me 040509 PM Text: 1 Timothy 1:12 - 14 Introduction “Wonderful the matchless grace of Jesus, deeper than the mighty rolling sea; higher than the mountain, sparkling like a fountain, all sufficient grace for even me” (Haldor Lillenas). When we consider the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ