Sermons on Acquire The Fire:

"The Lure Of Lawlessness” Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 8, 2002

At the time of the Judges, Israel was out of control and accountable to no one. When God’s revelation is rejected, when we try to live independent of God, things that were once regarded as abominable and appalling are accepted as commonplace.

“The Lure of Lawlessness” Judges chapters 18-21 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts The days of the Judges were Israel’s “Dark Ages”, a time of lawlessness, confusion, and idolatry—in other words, it was a moral mess. The Judges were barely able to ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

Developing The Discipline Of Gratefulness

Contributed by Denise Raterta on Oct 31, 2005

Just how does one develop the discipline of gratefulness, joy and contentment, the way Paul envisioned it? Consider the following steps...

Developing the Discipline of Gratitude Thankfulness is increasingly following a lonely trail nowadays. People seem to fall more frequently into the mire of ingratitude, especially when greatly impacted by the stresses of this world. Human beings throughout history have demonstrated their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19-20

Denomination: *other

Mary Had A Little Lamb

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Dec 4, 2005

The focus is on the Shepherds who first received the message of the Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem. The lamb-keepers were the first to see the Lamb of God and experience His hope to the world.

Play video clip - Charlie Brown Christmas Scene 6 How fascinating – a cartoon classic in its simplicity brings us back to the basics. Just as, every Christmas, we intend with all our hearts to bring the message of Christ to our broader community, we often work as hard trying not to lose focus in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-20

Denomination: Salvation Army

What I Have Is Not Who I Am

Contributed by James Westmoreland on Dec 5, 2005

Being thankful does not have much to do with what I have, but it has a lot to do with who I am.

What I Have Is Not Who I Am! 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 and Philippians 4:4-13 by Jim Westmoreland I may have a nice house and a refrigerator and a freezer full of food. I may have a good job or a great retirement income. I may have abundance and plenty and still not be a thankful person. If I am a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Lust And The Healing Judgment Of God Series

Contributed by Lynwood Morriss on Sep 23, 2004

When believers fall, God’s judgment brings repentance, healing and freedom.

I. The Paths of Disaster 2 Sam.11:1-27 A. The Seduction of Career Dissatisfaction 2 Sam. 11:1 The TIME Kings go to War. Remember in Afganistan when the war was being contemplated. Did not want to go during the winter lest the army get bogged down. The time KINGS go to war. As God’s ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Amazing Grace

Contributed by Warren Curry on Sep 30, 2004

It is a word that has been used as an alternative term for prayer. It has been used to describe the way a person moves. It has also been used by many parents to name their daughters. Still, none of these uses seem to catch the true nature of what Grace is

AMAZING GRACE Ephesians 2:1-10 Grace. A word used in a variety of ways. Have you ever heard these: Time for lunch, honey, would you say grace. – Did you see how she danced? She has so much grace in her steps. Have I introduced you to my ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funerals Better Than Parties Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 19, 2006

If we’re open, we can discover a lot from times of sorrow and loss.

Overcoming Futility—a sermon series on Ecclesiastes “Funerals Better Than Parties”, 7:1-12 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts These may sound like dark words, but they contain profound wisdom. People often refuse to face death, and are reluctant to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:1-12

Denomination: Congregational

Dealing With Memories Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 12, 2004

How we deal with memories, the good and bad. Useing the three Rs to restore peace in ones life.

Dealing with Memory This message is part of the Dealing With Series. How do we as Christians deal with memories of the past, (good or bad)? What is a memory? The faculty of the mind by which it retains the knowledge of past ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:13-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prescription Strength

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 1, 2004

When you are sick you go to the Dr. Here is the prescription. You can only get this from the Dr., not over the counter. Go see Dr. Jesus.

“Prescription Strength” by Elder Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. 2nd Chronicles 7:14 Everyone will agree that we are living in perilous times. If we look at the Bible as a time line beginning with Genesis as day one and Revelation the end we see that 2nd Timothy puts at very near the end. 2nd ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Apostolic

Christ: The "Life" That Satisfies

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Apr 29, 2006

Does life really consist of the abundance of possessions, time, etc.?

“Someone in the crowd said to him, ‘Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.’ Jesus replied, ‘Man, who appointed me a judge or an arbiter between you?’ Then he said to them, ‘Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a man’s life does not consist in the abundance of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Why So Few Miracles In Nazareth

Contributed by Ron Macarthur on May 11, 2006

Looks at why there were so few miracles in Jesus hometown of Nazareth.

Jesus in His Hometown Jesus had been ministering heavily around the area of the Sea of Galilee and now decides to go back to His home town of Nazareth for a visit. Perhaps He longs for familiar faces and places again after being persued by crowds all the time. Mark tells us about the visit in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Value Charity Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 14, 2005

Christian parents need to teach and model what it means to love as God loves.

As we conclude this series, I want us to think about how Christian homes to value charity - love. The word for love that Paul uses here is "agape," which is "God’s love." It is a love that is unconditional, a love characterized by an attitude which says, "I want the best for you." it is the word ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When Worship Leaves A Bad Taste In God's Mouth Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jul 18, 2005

A study of the book of Malachi

One man has said that one of the biggest disappointments in his life came when he was a boy. He saw a large tent setup in a field and thought there was a circus inside. He sneaked in under the flap to watch and discovered that he was in the middle of a revival meeting. However he experienced an ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 16, 2005

God treats sinners like us the same way he treated the vile King Ahab - with patience and mercy.

Of all the villains in the Star Wars movies, who is the most infamous? Darth Maul? Count Dooku? General Grievous? No. Darth Vader is the most notorious villain of them all. Even those who have never seen Star Wars before know that Darth Vader is a bad guy. Who’s been the most recognizable villain ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Communion With God

Contributed by Robert Cox on Sep 28, 2006

Communion: To share thoughts and feelings

Turn to John 16:7 Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you. Today I want to talk about communion. We are going to partake of communion or "the Lords Supper" later ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7

Denomination: Pentecostal