Sermons on Advent C:

Kickoff Time

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 3, 2010

This sermon is to kickoff our Stewardship Campaign and our Anniversary Service in sharing the vision for our two year campaign.

“It’s Kickoff Time” 9/26/10 Haggai 1:5-15 Luke 21:1-4 A long time ago when I played football, I was on the kickoff team. I was always full of optimism and I could feel butterflies in my stomach. When the referee blew that long whistle, everything we had been practicing for for weeks was ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:5-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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Contributed by Todd Blair on Dec 30, 2013

There is a time to be still and know He is God and there is a time when we are seeking the prize of contentment that we need to flee, follow and fight.

Have you ever played the game called "Would You Rather..."? We played it as kids and I played it just the other day with one of the youth. You make up your own questions but it goes something like this. Would you rather be fat and have a nice face or have a nice body and be ugly? Would you rather ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12, 1 Timothy 6:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Creator God Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 4, 2014

Intro to and theme of Genesis chapter 1. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Learning about the book: • The Name • The Key • The Author • The Language Learning about God: • God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Brethren

Challenges To The Journey Of Faith-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 7, 2013

1 of 4. Genesis records Abram’s encounter with God & his resultant actions of faith. Personal encounters with God call us to venture forth & journey by faith. But What are some challenges to that journey? A challenge to our journey of faith lie in...

CHALLENGES To The VENTURE/JOURNEY Of FAITH-I— Genesis 11:26—12:9 Attention: The food in China can be a challenge for newcomers. One example is that chicken is often served "cleaver style," leaving the meat & bones chopped up together, making it difficult to eat. Years ago, I went with a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love Perfected Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 11, 2013

We have just seen that God's love is proclaimed in the Word, proven at the Cross & now we will find it is perfected in believers. Those believers who abide in God will find God's love being perfected in their lives.

1 JOHN 4:12-19 [LIFE, LIGHT & LOVE SERIES] LOVE PERFECTED [Romans 8:1-17] God’s love is a selfless love. It considers the welfare of those He loves. If God considered only Himself; He would not have created such rebellious beings much less sent the Lord Jesus Christ into the world. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Embracing The Priorities Of Jesus

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Jan 6, 2014

"Embracing the Priorities of Jesus" is an exposition of Mark 2:1-12 that teaches that Jesus always prioritizes the eternal over the temporary.

EMBRACING THE PRIORITIES OF JESUS Mark 2:1-12 Jesus was born in Bethlehem and raised in Nazareth. But Capernaum was his home and headquarters during his Galilean ministry. Simon Peter, one of the initial disciples, also lived in Capernaum. In Mark 1, Jesus healed the sick – including ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

His Name Shall Be...immanuel - God With Us Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 17, 2013

An examination of the title "Immanuel," geared to help the audience fully understand the wonder that God is with us and to make decisions about their living that will reflect their belief that this is true every day.

Where was God? Where was God when terrorists struck on September 11? Where was God in the theater in Aurora? Where was God when Hurricane Sandy struck? A lot of people are living there. Someone left. Someone has died. Life has changed. Things that once were certain are now shaky. Where is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Us, A Child Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 17, 2013

An Examination of the "names" prophesied by Isaiah, to help the audience consider what a blessing it is that Jesus came and to live life in light of that great help

Congratulations! It’s a boy! You have a baby boy! Mazzletov! I know, I know, you have all kinds of reasons that you shouldn’t have Him. You’re not ready yet, or you’re too old. You can’t afford it. Everybody has their list of reasons that they shouldn’t ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hell – Let’s Not Go There! Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 17, 2013

Hell is a real place of real suffering that we should want every person to avoid

Keith Green had a song. It’s the devil’s words: Well I'm gaining power by the hour They're falling by the score You know, it's getting very easy now Since no one believes in me anymore I’m afraid that’s where a lot of people are where hell’s concerned. Our concept ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:29-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Happy New Year Of Renewal-Part 1 Series

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Jan 22, 2013

To magnify our Great Lord for His attribute of "RENEWING" things.

HAPPY NEW YEAR OF RENEWAL-PART I First things first. What is the chief and highest end of man? Let the revered Christian Book namely the Westminster catechism give the answer. Man’s chief and highest end is to glorify (worship) God, and fully to enjoy him ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:10

Denomination: *other

Abraham's Fourth Test: Relationships. Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jan 24, 2013

Abraham was a man who seemed to struggle with relationships and created a 4000 year old problem.

As we continue to walk with Abram through his tests, I am amazed at the similarities in my life and his. We both have begun a new journey. We both have made choices on who we shall depend for our needs to be met. We both have had to guard against bitterness. And today we will talk about ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:15-16

Denomination: Foursquare

A Healthy Heart Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 30, 2011

This is the third in our health check series and looks at what makes a heart healthy or unhealthy

A Healthy Heart (Sound file of heart beat) Your heart, do you ever stop and think about your heart? It’s pretty important. One of the pivotal points when you are expecting is when you can first hear your child’s heartbeat. And in all the murder and mayhem shows on TV what’s the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:7-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Compelling Cross Of Christ

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 4, 2011

Today we will explore four facets of the cross, four features that compel us to trust in Jesus Christ.

The Compelling Cross of Christ John 19:1-30 & Luke 23:32-43 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - March 21, 2010 *Max Lucado wrote: “The Cross: It rests on the time line of history like a compelling diamond. Its tragedy summons all sufferers. Its absurdity attracts all critics. ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Es Tiempo De Ir Más Profundo

Contributed by Oscar Destruge on Feb 11, 2011

Es una historia de personas ordinarias, con problemas y dificultades como usted y yo, que al invitar a Jesús a nuestras barcas e ir más profundo con El, encontramos que Jesús calma nuestras inquietudes y suple toda necesidad, convirtiéndonos en pescadores

Es tiempo de ir más profundo El Sembrador – Pasto Calle, Ecuador 13 de febrero de 2011 Lucas 5:1-11 INTRODUCCION En el evangelio de Lucas, tenemos una hermosa historia acerca de un pescador quien fue elegido por Cristo para seguir y servirle. Es una historia de personas ordinarias, con ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Luke 5:1

Denomination: Methodist

Know Yourself That You May Know God Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 12, 2011

Part 2 in series Emotionally Healthy Spirituality. Christianity has historically claimed that we cannot know God unless we know ourselves. Dave talks about the characteristics of the false self, and how we come to really know ourselves.

Know Yourself That You May Know God Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, prt. 2 Wildwind Community Church October 17, 2010 Week 2 of our Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Initiative. Did you do your Daily Offices this past week? If not, how come? When will you begin? I know it’s a change, I know ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:22-24

Denomination: Free Methodist