Sermons on Albert Ellis:

Positive Leadership Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 5, 2021

A leader is not content just to be a Christian. He wants to be a good Christian, and the best Christian he can be. They put forth effort in order to grow. They are ever reaching up to find better ways to apply God's Word in their lives.

Late one night in Philadelphia and elderly couple came into a little third class motel. The husband said to the night clerk, "Please don't tell us you don't have a room. My wife and I have been all over the city looking for a place to stay. We didn't know about the big ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-9

Crazy Little Thing Called Love Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 19, 2021

The emotion of love and living a life of love can be very complicated. How do we navigate through all the confusing and emotionally charged stuff involved in love? By knowing God and walking in God's ways.

A. One day two men named Bill and Steve were discussing the possibility of love. “I thought I was in love three times,” said Bill. 1. Steve asked, “Thought you were in love, what do you mean?” 2. The man explained, “Three years ago, I cared very deeply for a woman who wanted nothing to do with me, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12, Romans 5:5, Matthew 22:37, John 13:34, Ephesians 5:1-2, 1 John 2:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thinking Like A Servant Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 22, 2016

I have borrowed a lot of this sermon from Rick Warren's book The Purpose Driven Life, chapter 34, "Thinking Like a Servant." In that chapter, Warren suggests that there are five attitudes that servants need to have.

Introduction: A. Someone has said, “Some minds are like concrete; thoroughly mixed and permanently set.” 1. How about you? How is your thinking? 2. Are you spiritually minded? Do you have the mind of a servant? 3. Or is your mind like concrete, all mixed up and permanently set in a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who's Watching The Garden

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 27, 2009

A look at our responsibility for the world God has given us.

Psalm 8 Who’s Watching the Garden? Imagine if you will that you own a beautiful and lavish home, not a far stretch for most of us here who live in a style that the majority of the world can only imagine, but I digress. Imagine if you will that you owned a beautiful and lavish home, a home that you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Fullness Of God's People In Christ

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Oct 4, 2009

Since we can be complete in Christ with a full commitment to Him, there are certain benefits of a Christ-centered faith as we follow Him.

THE FULLNESS OF GOD’S PEOPLE IN CHRIST Colossians 2:11-15 Proposition: Since we can be complete in Christ with a full commitment to Him, there are certain benefits of a Christ-centered faith as we follow Him. Objective: My purpose is to challenge God’s people to be experience the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

It's All Relative Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 17, 2015

Just what is the truth about truth?

“Cross Currents: It’s All Relative” Col 2:6-15 A cartoon pictured Pastor Wilkins behind his desk, a look of utter disbelief on his face. Standing in front of him was a church member, Mrs. Trent. She had just said “According to my horoscope, this is a good week to preach ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christ-Focused Ministry

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 6, 2016

Christ-Focused Ministry - 2 Corinthians chapter 10 verses 1-18 – sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • I follow Christ’s example (vs 1) • I use spiritual weapons (vs 2-6) • I don’t judge by appearance (vs 7-11) • I let God do the commending (vs 12-18) SERMON BODY: Ill: • A family were driving through the country lanes enjoying a day out; • Dad was driving and looking for a ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Fully Alive By Faith Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jan 9, 2023

The Gospel of John was written with a specific purpose. This brief overview of the book will serve as an introduction to our study of the entire book over the next several sermons.

Who is Jesus? Who does the world say Jesus is? who do you believe Jesus is? Near the end of his Gospel, John clearly delineates the purpose or premise of his account of the life of Jesus. John 20:30–31 ESV Now Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not ...read more

Scripture: John 20:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

David, The "Lamp Of Israel!”

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 23, 2022

Looking into David’s heart & actions & reactions, God’s Word proclaims that David was “a man after God’s own heart.” And God declared that one day a descendant of David would be the promised Messiah.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: 2 Samuel 21:15 17; Romans 8:28 A. As some of you know, most preachers spend quite a bit of time ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:15-17, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Chosen

Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 27, 2020

A message explaining how God chose us, and what is means for our lives today

Chosen Romans Series CCCAG August 23rd, 2020 Scripture- Romans 8:28-39 When I went to mechanic school in the military, it was at Ft. Jackson SC in the summer. We took a bus from the reception area to our barracks, but we couldn’t pull right up to them because the roads in front of the barracks ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Forgiveness, Faith & Thankfulness Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 7, 2019

Forgiveness, Faith & Thankfulness- Luke chapter 17 verses 1-17 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). Forgiveness (vs 1-6). • (2). Faithfulness (vs 7-10). • (3). Thankfulness (vs 11-17). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Last month on June 6th, 2019. • You may or may not be aware that POPE Francis changed the Lord's Prayer. • Now as you can imagine this has caused a lot of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-17

Denomination: Brethren

Visible Faith

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 19, 2024

People tend to think about faith as a private matter. James would argue otherwise for a visible faith.

As we’ve been studying the book of James - we have observed how he calls us to have a “spiritual wholeness” - a faith that runs throughout all that we are. A faith that is revealed in our character, exhibited in conflicts, and heard in our conversations. He calls us to… persevere amidst trials, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26, Proverbs 3:27, Romans 3:28, Deuteronomy 6:4, Hebrews 11:19, Ephesians 5:3, Romans 12:3-8, Malachi 3:10, Nehemiah 6:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Devoted To The Apostles' Teaching

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 10, 2023

When the church first began, those first disciples of Jesus devoted themselves to the apostles' teachings. The New Testament contains the apostles' teaching and as followers of Jesus today, we must also devote ourselves to the apostles' teaching.

A. The Bible says that the early church “devoted themselves…” to a number of things. (NIV) 1. Some of the other translations express the phrase “devoted themselves” slightly differently. a. KJV: And they continued steadfastly b. NASV: They were continually devoting themselves 2. Their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God’s Grace On A Collision Course Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 18, 2023

Peter's prejudicial sentiments lingering like a foul odor in his mind collided with God's grace. Only a fresh breath of God's grace, could clear the air, and open up the door to a world of Gentiles who were waiting to follow Christ.

Sermon - God’s Grace On a Collision Course Scripture: Acts 10:1-23 “In Caesarea there lived a Roman army officer named Cornelius, who was a captain of the Italian Regiment. 2 He was a devout, God-fearing man, as was everyone in his household. He gave generously to the poor and prayed regularly to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-23, Matthew 28:18-20, James 2:9, Revelation 7:9-12

Denomination: Methodist

Who Is Jesus Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 25, 2023

Appreciate all that Jesus is: He is Lord—Worship Him; He is Light—Welcome Him; and He is Love—Trust Him with your life.

Elvis Presley used to eat at Lil Thompson’s Steakhouse in Tennessee quite often. He was good friends with the owner who used to give him free food before he was famous. One night when Elvis was at the height of his fame, the Steakhouse held the ultimate Elvis Presley impersonator contest. A large ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free