Sermons on Accepting Difference:

In Search Of Authentic Faith Series

Contributed by Josh Reich on May 12, 2007

How do you know if faith is real? Is it possible to have a faith that is fake? How do you know the difference? Where do works fit with faith? Are they extra, needed for salvation?

This weekend was a cool weekend in the life of our church. On Friday, the women’s ministry had a come n go dessert, and even though I wasn’t there, I heard it was a good time. Then on Saturday morning, we had a church and neighborhood clean-up. It was a great time to clean up our church, as well ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Shortest Chapter

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 21, 2007

A sermon on Psalm 117. (Outline based on K. Edward Skidmore’s sermon "Who, What , and Why" on Sermon Central. Took the outline and used different material under the main points)

Sermon for 5/20/2007 Psalm 117 Introduction: A. G. Rogers said, “There are short hymns and long hymns, short prayers and long prayers, short speeches and long speeches, short sermons and long sermons, but short is better.” B. Today I have decided to preach from the shortest chapter in the Bible. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 117:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Week Prayer For Christian Unity 08

Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Jan 8, 2008

Full service for ecumenical service - Praying about unity is a waste of time if we do not work for unity too; we have to be people who value variety & difference in one another.

Welcome CTW - HP 882 Psalm 133 HP 252 All hail the power of Jesus’ name Prayers of adoration Prayer of thanksgiving Reading 1 Thessalonians 5: 12a, 13b-18 SOF 303 Jesus stand among us Sermon SOF 43 Bind us together SOF 388 May the fragrance of Jesus Intercessions HP 758 In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18

Denomination: Methodist

Worship 6 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Sep 14, 2005

Our unique relationship within the Body of Christ, is SO different that it is nearly impossible, through natural logic, to comprehend. We are “fellow” workers WITH God in His field and on His building, and field.

We have been looking at the subject of "Service after Worship", and it might better be titled "Service AND Worship". The two subjects CANNOT be separated. If you experience true worship, you WILL be available for service, and if you are engaged in true Biblical service, it will be as a result of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9

Coming To Grips With The Message

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 5, 2004

The body of Christ is linked together by the proclamation of truth, and only as strong as the weakest declaration of truth. The body of Christ faces the same barriers, and struggles, regardless of location, the big difference is not God, it is not the ba

COMING TO GRIPS WITH THE MESSAGE 1 John 1:5-10 This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. 6If we claim to have fellowship with him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live by the truth. 7But if we walk in the light, as ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Name Is Not Enough

Contributed by Paul Tuck on Jan 5, 2002

In this passage of Scripture, Jesus discusses the difference between PROFESSION and PRACTICE. The premise is this. Following Jesus is not determined by our profession, but by our practice. The true evidence of conversion and faith in Christ IS T

A NAME IS NOT ENOUGH Luke 6: 43-49 I have to share with you something I find rather humourous. This week, Pam and I were at a Teacher’s Conference which was held at a very large church. On the last day of the conference, later in the day, I noticed a sign that someone from the church had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:43-49

Denomination: Baptist

Resolutions

Contributed by Mark Musser on Feb 25, 2004

We often make New Year’s resolutions that just "fine-tune" what we already are, but what if God wants to make us completely different, completely new?

If you look up the word “resolution” in the dictionary, it says “1. A state or quality of being resolute, 2. Firm determination. 3. A course of action determined or decided on. And 4. Resolving to do something. Now, this is the time of year when many of us will make those famous New Year’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 19:11, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Methodist

Transforming Community

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 30, 2004

Sermon 3 of 6 on the Acts 2:47 church - 24/7! We are called to be salt and light. I used several different Sermon Central sources for illustrations, ideas and comments.

2:47 – 24/7 Transforming Community Transformers change things. That’s what they do. When my girls were growing up I wanted to buy them "Transformers" instead of dolls. Donna wouldn’t let me for reasons that I don’t remember now. I’m sure her reasons were good - I just don’t remember what they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Path Of Life

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Jun 30, 2008

We are all on a path of life, and at different times, Satan will try to put up a road block in our lives. With Jesus’ help we can overcome these obstacles in our paths of life.

The Path of Life Psalm 142 1 Maschil of David; A Prayer when he was in the cave. I cried unto the LORD with my voice; with my voice unto the LORD did I make my supplication. 2 I poured out my complaint before him; I shewed before him my trouble. 3 When my spirit was overwhelmed within me, then ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Unique Kingdom Of God Part 1 Series

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Aug 5, 2008

A two-part series on the kingdom of God and what makes it so special and different from worldly kingdoms. It is a unique place ruled by a unique king with a unique purpose, salvation of its subjects!

A UNIQUE KINGDOM Text: II Corinthians 6:16-18 INTRODUCTION 1. In times past much meaning was placed on the word church a. In the dark ages "the church" ran everything b. All governments considered themselves theocracies, overseen by the pope in Rome c. This was not to last long as political leaders ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Tell The Truth

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 12, 2009

We can and must speak truth to power. We can do so if we receive our own power through prayer; and so speaking makes a difference if there is compassion in it.

You’ll remember the old fable called "The Emperor’s New Clothes". In that story there is a crafty tailor, who persuades the emperor that he can make a suit of clothes out of a magic fabric, a fabric which can be seen only by the wise and intelligent. Stupid people, foolish people supposedly cannot ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Legacy Is Me Series

Contributed by Mike Quinn on Jan 18, 2006

Over the summer we looked at different people in the Bible, but God is not done. He continues his legacy through each of us. How does God build a legacy through me?

Legacy The legacy is me! Hebrews 11:1-12:3 Part Twelve Offering Video How does God build a legacy through my life? 1. I choose to believe He will. 1Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. 2This is what the ancients were commended for. 3By faith we ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peace 3d Series

Contributed by Donald Marsh on Feb 22, 2008

The difference between the peace of God and the peace this world seeks and offers is that worldly peace is only in the mind (on a piece of paper or words). God’s peace is settled deeply in our hearts.

TITLE: "PEACE" TEXT: Colossians 3:15 INTRODUCTION: Peace on earth? We are a nation that knows no LASTING PEACE. In the world around us: In our nation: There is a SIGNIFICANT DIFFERENCE between the peace the world seeks and the peace that comes from God. 1.) WORLDLY Peace. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Cope With Stress Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Mar 20, 2008

Stress is normal, and can be healthy. How we deal with it is what makes the difference. John the Baptist shows us how to cope in times of extreme stress by trusting in the Lord Jesus Christ.

Title: How To Cope With Stress Series: God Uses Broken Vessels Text: Luke 7:19-23 Subject: Stress is normal, and can be healthy. How we deal with it is what makes the difference. Introduction Psalm 23 Antithesis The clock is my dictator, I shall not rest. It makes me lie down only when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Except Thou Bless Me 3 Of 3! Series

Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 21, 2006

Whenever God blesses anyone there is a name change. The old pass away and the new comes. You will be differently glorious. It takes seriousness and committiment. When God blesses your name will change....

When God blesses your name will change! The name of a thing is much directly related to its purposes, future or story of the owner. Many people when naming their children, pets and any products they give names that they want to impact such things. They want the names to communicate to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-26

Denomination: Pentecostal