Sermons on Advent C:

Encourage Yourself In The Lord

Contributed by Jim Mooney on Jan 9, 2001

In moments of distress you can encourage yourself in the Lord.

Encourage Yourself In The Lord 1 Samuel 30:6-8 6 And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David encouraged himself in the LORD his God. 7 And David said to Abiathar ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:6-8, Psalm 27:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fire Out Of Ashes

Contributed by Randy Santiago on Jan 10, 2001

Rekindling Your Enthusiasm

The most descriptive image we get of God is found in Hebrews 12:29 "OUR GOD IS A CONSUMING FIRE.” For some of us the fire has burned out, and this verse tells us our God is a consuming fire, a fire that never burns out. And some need a touch of the fire that is burning in the heart of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:7-12, Hebrews 12:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Easter - They Didn't Understand

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 24, 2001

In amazement, we wonder, "What's the matter with them? Were they hard of hearing? Why didn't they get the message? Why didn't they understand?" I think there are several answers to that question.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2015) A. The ability to make intelligent & correct decisions is one of the great secrets of successful Christian living. ILL. Even if you aren't a sports fan I think you'll appreciate this story about a college ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34, 1 Corinthians 1:23-24, Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Year Of The Lord’s Favor

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 14, 2001

As we look at the life of Jesus we see that same thing happening over & over again. So consistently does it happen that we begin to wonder, "What is God trying to tell us?"

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. This is the first Sunday, the first day of a brand new year. I think that an appropriate scripture this morning would be Isaiah 61:1 3. In many of your bibles it is sub titled, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3, 2 Corinthians 6:2, Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mother’s Day - Little Foxes In Our Homes

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 13, 2001

Little foxes are getting through the cracks & crevices of our homes, & they have been opening the way for its destruction. As a result, today's homes are often not what God intended them to be.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2016) TEXT: Song of Solomon 2:15 Today is known as Mother’s Day in the U.S., & for most of us it is a very special day. Telephone companies tell us that it is by far their busiest day of the year. It is a day ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:15, 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ideal Marriage

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 7, 2001

How can I take steps to help my marriage become better? Consider the "stumbling signs" and Use the "stepping stones".

The Ideal Marriage (Senior Adult Sunday) Matthew 19.8 June 10, 2001 He saith unto them, Moses because of the hardness of your hearts suffered you to put away your wives: but from the beginning it was not so. The preacher said I could have 16 wives; four better, four worse, four richer, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:8

Denomination: United Methodist

Family Secrets

Contributed by Mark Hodges on Jun 14, 2001

How to have a good home.

Family Secrets Deut. 6:4-9 Introduction: HOW TO KNOW WHETHER OR NOT YOU ARE READY TO HAVE KIDS: MESS TEST Smear peanut butter on the sofa and curtains. Place a fish stick behind the couch and leave it there all summer. TOY TEST Obtain a 55 gallon box of Legos (or you may substitute roofing ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-15, 1 John 5:3

Denomination: Baptist

What Have You Done For Me Lately?

Contributed by David Gauthier on Jun 26, 2001

Showing an attitude of gratitude for all that Jesus has done in our lives.

Illustration: Rudyard Kipling He lived from 1865 to 1936. He was English, yet born in Bombay, India. He wrote poetry and is the author of books like Captain Courageous, How the Leopard Got His Spots, and The Jungle Books. Who was this man? Rudyard Kipling. Kipling’s writings not only made him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19, Luke 17:11-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

As Others See Us

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jun 30, 2001

John the Elder writes an appraisal of three church members: Gaius - who serves others, Diotrephes - who hinders others, and Demetrius - who attracts others.

AS OTHERS SEE US The third letter of John is one of the shortest in the New Testament but it has much to say to us. It’s a warm and honest pastoral letter. A straight from the shoulder message from a pastor to his people. Where encouragement and commendation are ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Presenting Arms: Embrace For Life Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 1, 2001

Incredible numbers of people are falling, and we have contributed by pushing them to the edge and failing to listen. But at the Lord’s Table we see the embracing arms of Christ and are empowered to lift the fallen and give them life.

Those of you who were in my Vacation Bible School class know what happened – the class was supposed to run from 7:15 until 9:00 each night. At 8:57, what did I say? Something like: I know you have to go, but there are just a couple more points I want to make. And so, at a few minutes after 9, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Healing Process Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 5, 2001

The fourth and final step in the biblical process of Healing the Hurts You Don’t Deserve

Healing the Hurts You Don’t Deserve: The Healing Process Scripture Reading: Luke 17:11-17 Good morning. My name is Bob Hostetler, and I’m not a patient man. I know--I know, some of you are shocked. I know my kids are thinking, “Yes you are, Dad, you’re VERY patient.” But it’s true. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Story Of Ruth - A Heroine In Search Of A Home Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 6, 2001

The major motif to watch for as you work your way through this story is a movement from emptiness, famine, and death to fullness, plenty, and life.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: As you walk down the red carpet, a frenzied mob swarms around you, demanding your autograph. The reporters are snapping your picture, nearly blinding you. Every ten feet, a television crew stops you for an interview. Have you just become the hottest newest star? ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:6-22

The Faith Of The Ages

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 6, 2000

The faith that saved Job, is exactly the faith that saves us now. It has never changed; never will. It is faith in a living Redeemer

Lest we go quickly into our study of this text and it escape our notice completely, I want first to draw your attention to the previous two verses (23,24). “Oh that my words were written! Oh that they were inscribed in a book! That with an iron stylus and lead they were engraved in the rock ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:25-27

Denomination: Orthodox

The Sinner's Excuse Book

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Nov 13, 2000

Sin

“The Sinner’s Excuse Book” How many know it is not wise to live your life based on presumption? There’s nothing solid about presumption. Making decisions based on presumption will get you in trouble. It leaves too many things to chance… “up in the air.” Unsettled. pre-sume – “To take a dare. To ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:12, Acts 24:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Standing Tall When It Counts Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 6, 2000

The requirements of taking a standing for Christ

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 14 “Standing Tall When It Counts” Acts 6:8-7:60 “Death reveals who we really are. Consider the famous French philosopher Voltaire, who … boasted, “In twenty years Christianity will be no more. My single hand shall destroy the edifice it took twelve apostles ...read more

Denomination: Baptist