Sermons on Accelerate:

Saved From Ourselves

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 8, 2016

Because we have a punkish side Jesus came to save us from us.

Saved From Ourselves Text: Matt. 1:18-25 Introduction 1. “I tried to blame my behavior on the holiday traffic. The Thanksgiving weekend had turned the streets near the shopping mall into controlled chaos. I tried to blame my misdeeds on my state of mind. I was driving to my in-laws’ house, ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Most Important Journey

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 3, 2005

This passage reveals the character and attitude of Paul in at least two ways that, if we will follow his example, will allow us to be the kind of people who run the race well.

If anyone else has reason to be confident in the flesh, I have more: 5circumcised on the eighth day, a member of the people of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew born of Hebrews; as to the law, a Pharisee; 6as to zeal, a persecutor of the church; as to righteousness under the law, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: United Methodist

A False Sense Of Security

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jul 20, 2002

We have gotten to a place we even believe our front yards are safe , Havens of solitude… because we control the gates to enter and exit.

A False Sense of Security HHM July 21, 2002 Pastor Jim Parisi This week’s message is a hard one for me to deliver It is on a subject that touches me to the core You say pastor what could move you so. There is a place in my heart… that this subject just hits at the core of my ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:18-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keeping The Zing In Life

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 14, 2004

Caleb is an example of a senior citizen that kept the zing in life. At 85 he was ready to take on giants for the Lord.

KEEPING THE ZING IN LIFE ZEST Joshua 14:6-15 Romans 12:11 “Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord with enthusiasm.” When I think of ZEST I think of Caleb said to Joshua, “Give me this hill country- Anakites the giants live there – The Lord helping me I will drive them out.” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

God's Word Leads To A Paradoxical Lifestyle

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

God’s Word Leads to a Paradoxical Lifestyle 1) It separates us from the world 2) It sends us to the world

I’ve always been fascinated with paradoxes. You know, seemingly contrary statements that are nevertheless true. For example the statement, “Standing is more tiring than walking.” is a paradox. Sarah and I were reminded of how true that statement is just a few weeks ago when we had to stand for ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Rookies, Veterans And Hard Knocks Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 4, 2005

This is the fifth sermon in a series that brings NASCAR along side spiritual truths in order to call people to keep on learning and growing through the hard knocks of life.

Bible Text: 2 Timothy 2:1-4:5 Series: NASCAR Comes To Church Title: Rookies, Veterans and Hard Knocks Topic: Christian Living / Stewardship Theme: Purposeful Growth in Christian Living / Stewardship of Life Lessons & Skills Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Transformation

Contributed by Richard Francis on Feb 16, 2005

Seeking gods presence to be transformed from Glory to Glory, made in the likeness of Jesus

Transformation, You can’t earn Gods Love but you can be perfected by it! Context # 1 Paul was speaking to the Christians at the church in Corinth There was descent in the ranks, he was facing a “Back to Moses” movement As he faced his opponents he brings in wide ranging arguments comparing the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Godly Purpose Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 25, 2005

(parallels but not a rehash of the theme of The "Purpose Driven Life," chapters 22-28) Just as most children want to grow up, so Christians naturally want to mature in their Christian lives. Understanding the two elements involved in growth will give us

A Godly Purpose (topical) 1. Spring is coming and part of spring is wildlife. Did you know that... The color in a butterfly’s wings does not come from pigment. The color is produced prism-like by light reflected by their transparent wing scales. Stranger yet, no moth or butterfly eats solid food ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Beattitude 6 Series

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002

pure in heart

Beatitude Series # 6 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ Matt 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God Original date May 15, 1999 Revised June 3, 2001 ’An atheist was spending a quiet day fishing when suddenly his boat was attacked by the Loch Ness monster. In one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Practice Of Scripture Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Dec 6, 2000

How to appy the word of God in your life

The Practice of Scripture Victory Temple A/G PO Box 911 Waco, Tx 76703 Pastor Danny Williams James 1:19-25 Tonight we are going to look at the third test James puts to the believer. The first was his response to trials (1:2-12) The second was his response to temptation (1:13-18) The third is his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Belief That Behaves Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Dec 6, 2000

How believer are to believe

Belief that Behaves Victory Temple A/G PO Box 911 Waco, tx 76703 Pastor Danny Williams James 1:19-25 Tonight we are going to look at the third test James puts to the believer. The first was his response to trials (1:2-12) The second was his response to temptation (1:13-18) The third is his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeing His Glory

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 21, 2000

The expose of relationship between grace and truth.

Seeing His Glory John 1.14 December 10, 2000 And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth Long ago, and in a faraway galaxy; So begins the movie Star Wars. Many people ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: United Methodist

"The Invisible Guest At Our Wedding" Series

Contributed by Ken Harris on Apr 22, 2007

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that God expects believers NOT TO DEFRAUD (or cheat on)their spouses.

Malachi 2:10-16 (MSG) 22 April 2007 (Kenny Harris III’s Birthday) U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Ord Chapel Seaside, California BIG IDEA: God expects us to protect the spirit of marriage, within us, by not defrauding our spouses. References: Malachi 2:10-16 (MSG); Deuteronomy ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:10-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Intentional Impact Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 17, 2008

Exposition of Nehemiah 11:1-12:26 about the measures taken to strengthen the city to the glory of God

Text: Nehemiah 11:1-12:26, Title: Intentional Impact, Date/Place: NRBC, 1/20/08, PM A. Opening illustration: Tell about Armitage Baptist Church reaching out to Muslims in the city in the aftermath of 9/11. “If one percent of evangelicals living outside the inner city had the faith and courage to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do I Really Need The Church?

Contributed by Dan Thompkins on Jan 19, 2008

“The church provides people with things they cannot find anywhere else in the world.”

·         Vance Packard calls America “a nation of strangers.” ·         Today: an epidemic of loneliness in our society. (4 out of 10 experience intense loneliness) ·         “Everywhere you look, there are signs that people are hungering for fellowship, community, and a sense of family. Beer ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1

Denomination: Pentecostal