Sermons on Advancement:

Loving The World Series

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Jan 27, 2010

This is the 5th sermon from 1 John. In these verses John warns us a BORN AGAIN CHRISTIANS to KEEP THEMSELVES in SWEET FELLOWSHIP with GOD & to AVOID at all cost the DESIRE to also have FELLOWSHIP with the WORLD. SATAN RUNS THIS WORLD.

Sermons from the Book of 1 John January 29, 2010 Sermon #5 LOVING the WORLD: Scripture Ref: 1 John 2:15-17 ‘Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man loves the world, the love of the FATHER is not in him. For all that is in the world; the lust of the flesh & ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Forest For The Trees

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Nov 3, 2008

What shapes your perspective on life? What should? The Word of God must be the primary perspective-shaper in the life of a believer.

The Forest for the Trees TCF Sermon October 26, 2008 When Barb and I were on vacation in August, we took several hikes in the mountains of Colorado. And yes, this is a good excuse for me to show you some vacation pictures, but I hope it turns into more than that before this morning’s message ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Goodness Or Your Goodness? Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 4, 2008

We usually think of good as excellence, or good as effective purpose. Goodness has become individualized. We evaluate good or evil by evaluating the impact that one person has on other persons. When you and I determine good or evil, we compare imperfect p

Opening illustration: She thinks that because she made some bad choices in high school that a few actions make her a bad person. To look at her, she’s an all-American girl. She’s pretty, kind to small animals, lives in a nice home, drives a reliable car, and wears sensible shoes. But she thinks she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

So Much From So Little – Part 3 Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 19, 2012

A study of the book of Daniel chapter 9 verses 20 - 27

Daniel 9: 20 - 27 So Much From So Little – Part 3 20 Now while I was speaking, praying, and confessing my sin and the sin of my people Israel, and presenting my supplication before the LORD my God for the holy mountain of my God, 21 yes, while I was speaking in prayer, the man Gabriel, whom ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:20-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Getting Back On Track Pt 4. What's My Purpose

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 25, 2012

Our purpose is to serve and love God and each other.

What Is My Purpose GNLCC 7/22/12 Ecclesisastes 2:1-15 Ephesians 2:1-15 If I told you I could make you the richest, most famous, and wisest person in the world, would you be interested in my offer. But what if I told you, you could never use your money, your fame or your wisdom to help ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Devil Wants Your Children

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 25, 2012

What would you do if I were to tell you that there is someone so perverted, so sick, so disgusting, so vindictive, so vial and so obsessed with your children that they will do anything in their power destroy their innocence, ruin their lives, rob them of

“The Devil wants your Children” By Pastor M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Psalm 34:11-22. What would you do if I were to tell you that there is someone so perverted, so sick, so disgusting, so vindictive, so vial and so obsessed with your children that they will do anything in their power destroy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:11-22

Denomination: Apostolic

Leading A Life Worthy

Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 6, 2012

Because we have been called by God, we are to live worthy of that calling.

Title: Leading a Life Worthy Text: Ephesians 4:1-16 Thesis: Because we have been called by God we are to live worthy of that calling. Background/Setting the Stage: The first three chapters of Ephesians may be thought of as speaking to God’s grace and our salvation and of our profession of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 19, 2012

This is part of a series that looks at the "I AMs" of John's Gospel. This message looks at what a shepherd does and doesn't do.

I am the Shepherd “I am”. Over the past eight weeks we have been looking at the various times that Jesus describes himself using the phrase “I am”. And so we have examined Jesus words and meaning when he said “I am the way”, “I am the truth”, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

God's Gps System: The Centrality Of The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 27, 2012

Gpd's Word is a key component for guiding our lives... for knowing where we are and where we are headed spiritually.

One of the most innovative and helpful techie things I like about my Droid is the GPS App. The GPS tells me where I am and how to get to where I want to go. This morning I want us to think of the Bible as God’s Positioning System. The Bible is a great way for discovering where we are and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lets Get Real Church About Community Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Sep 8, 2012

God calls us to devote ourselves to authentic community

Let’s Get Real, Church About COMMUNITY Acts 2:42-44; 4:30-34 INTRODUCTION I am going to test your memory banks this morning. I will give you the first few words of a familiar TV show, and you tell me the shows name. They're creepy and they're kooky, Mysterious and spooky, They're all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

Back To The Future Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 28, 2012

A study of the book of Daniel chapter 11 verses 1 through 19

Daniel 11: 1 – 19 Back To The Future “Also in the first year of Darius the Mede, I, even I, stood up to confirm and strengthen him. 2 And now I will tell you the truth: Behold, three more kings will arise in Persia, and the fourth shall be far richer than them all; by his strength, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:1-19

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Birth Of Jesus Foretold Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 29, 2012

An analysis of the account regarding the announcement of the birth of Jesus will show us how to respond to God's word.

Scripture Let us continue our study in the Gospel of Luke that I am calling, “To Seek and to Save the Lost.” Today I would like to study the passage in which we see the birth of Jesus foretold. The announcement—or, annunciation—of the angel Gabriel to Mary that she will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Cleansing Fellowship Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 8, 2012

If we are walking with God we must live in God’s light. A redemptive joyful fellowship is only possible as we abide or walk in God’s light. If we will live in God’s light, the blood of Jesus Christ will continually cleanse us from all sin.

1 JOHN 1: 5-7 [LIFE, LIGHT & LOVE SERIES] A CLEANSING FELLOWSHIP [Last week if you remember I spoked about establishing fellowship with God.] All Christian fellowship originates in God. To have fellowship with God opens the door to fellowship with the brethren. The right kind of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Now Standing Up At The Plate - Michael Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 12, 2012

A study of the book of Daniel chapter 12

Daniel 12: 1 – 13 Now Standing Up At The Plate - Michael “At that time Michael shall stand up, the great prince who stands watch over the sons of your people; And there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was since there was a nation, even to that time. And at that time your ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:1-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Confession For Cleansing Of Sin Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 15, 2012

We rid ourselves of sin by confessing it to God. No one can live in light without being overwhelmingly convinced that he still sins. Honesty before God results in forgiveness & cleansing.

1 JOHN 1: (5) 8-10 [LIFE, LIGHT & LOVE SERIES] CONFESSION FOR CLEANSING OF SIN [Romans 3:23-26] Every form of life has its enemies. Insects have to watch out for hungry birds, and birds must keep an eye on hungry cats and dogs. Even human beings have to dodge automobiles and fight off ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8-10

Denomination: Baptist