Sermons on Anxious Bench:

Victory In The Church Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Jul 16, 2007

Paul uses a conflict in the church to teach us how to gain victory over trials by giving them to God. Joyfully remembering how God has relieved us of our trials in times past, we are to present our needs to God, and continually focus on things of God!

INTRODUCTION A. The SITUATION Epaphroditus, pastor of the Philippian Congregation, has given Paul a report that laid out a difference between two leaders (two women) of the church which has begun to cause dissension in the church. Hard to believe in a church isn’t it?! 1. What do you do when ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Baptist

Who Can Refuse God's Call?

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 29, 2006

Pentecost 3(C) - When God calls, who can refuse? Not Saul, nor Paul.

WHO CAN REFUSE GOD’S CALL? June 25, 2006 - PENTECOST 3 - Galatians 1:11-24 * * * * * * * * * * Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: Today we continue with our study of Galatians with Paul’s concern for the faith of the faithful in Christ. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:11-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Do What Comes Naturally Series

Contributed by Dennis Harbach on Oct 1, 2002

Knowing that God goes with us changes everything- especially our lives of worship and giving.

Doing what comes naturally Genesis 28:10-22 I was intrigued by this article about the ministry and leadership that I saw this week. The author began by describing why he was credible. He explained how he started his own communications business in the 70’s. It was instantly successful. He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Don't Be Overcome, Be An Over Comer!

Contributed by Mark Baker on Dec 11, 2006

David is calling out to God. In one he says, my heart is overwhelmed, and in the other he says, My soul refused to be comforted. Have you ever been in a place where your heart refuses to be comforted or where the circumstances of life seem to totally over

Psalms 61:1. Hear my cry, O God; Attend to my prayer. 2. From the end of the earth I will cry to You, When my heart is overwhelmed; Lead me to the rock that is higher than I. 3. For You have been a shelter for me, And a strong tower from the enemy. Psalms 77:1. I cried out to God with my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 61:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Expectations Series

Contributed by Michael Goodwin on Oct 24, 2003

Part 4 in the study of John

Questions From The Book of John Part 4 Mount Vernon 04/13/04 Expectations (John 2:1-11) 2:1 And the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there: 2 And both Jesus was called, and his disciples, to the marriage. 3 And when they wanted wine, the mother of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Spiritual Survivor

Contributed by Jonathan Semro on Nov 9, 2003

Spiritual survival in a hostile spiritual environment dictates a firm confession of faith

1st Sunday of End Time - Series B Reformation Sunday November 2, 2003 Psalm 46 1 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters roar and foam and the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Warming Up A Church Family Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 2, 2004

Although the methods to express brotherly love and warmth are often best seen by observing others, the nuts and bolts of creating a warm church family are described for us here in Romans 12. If we are going to aim to be a warm church, we need to get a pi

Warming Up A Church Family (Romans 12:13-16) 1. When I first came to HPC, I was ignorant of boilers. 2. I grew up with a coal furnace in the basement….. 3. Space heater… 4. But boilers? Church—hot water Parsonage – steam 5. But boiler heat feels so good; even, steady….at home, we can sit on ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Life That Is More Than Normal

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Oct 26, 2004

Living a life touched by God

A Life that is More than Normal 21st Sunday after Pentecost October 24, 2004 Luke 17:11-19 Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. As he was going into a village, ten men who had leprosy met him. They stood at a distance and called out in a loud ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

In The Name Of Jesus !

Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 3, 2004

This is a message to the church - to show the importance of Praying - In The Name Of Jesus !

Good morning! Say opening prayer! Help Holy Spirit! The title of my message today is: In the name of Jesus Have you ever thought about what it would be like to live under the rule of an earthly king? The people of the Old Testament times chose to be ruled by a king. Can you imagine ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-28

Denomination: *other

Peace

Contributed by Kevin Parkins on Apr 19, 2005

Given the circumstances of any given day, peace can easily be lost in the chaos, fear, worry, frustration… Just the same, You can have peace – today, if I were not sure and certain, I would not invest my time or waste yours. A fair question- Where ar

Given the circumstances of any given day, peace can easily be lost in the chaos, fear, worry, frustration… Just the same, You can have peace – today, if I were not sure and certain, I would not invest my time or waste yours. A fair question- Where are we to find peace? Shalom, Hebrew salutation ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spiritual Or Being Spirit-Filled?

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003

John Calvin said, “The Holy Spirit brings no new doctrine, but teaches that which was uttered by Christ’s own mouth, and imprints it in our minds.” Our interesting times would like us to believe that truth is relative. This isn’t really that new. Pilat

General Assembly is meeting in Louisville this Trinity Sunday. And as those elders and ministers pray, worship, gather and debate the crucial issues for this denomination each and everyone of them is seeking the Holy Spirit to present to the church God’s will. I want you to understand that the ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Obey God Rather Than Man

Contributed by Al Lowe on Feb 19, 2003

We must obey God rather than men.

Acts 5:29 PROPOSITION: We must obey God rather than men. OBJECTIVE: To lead in obedience to God. This past Sunday, we celebrated Easter. We discussed this past Wednesday that of all the religious organizations in the world, only Christianity celebrates Easter. It is only the Christian that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29

Denomination: Baptist

A Happy Heart Makes The Face Cheerful

Contributed by Darrin Koone on May 10, 2002

A look at what we have to rejoice about in Chrsit primarily from the Psalms and Proverbs.

One sunny Sunday morning, Henry Jones awoke to find his wife standing over him,shaking him by the shoulder. "You have to get up," she urged. "We have to get ready for church.” "I don’t want to go to church," he replied. "I want to stay in bed.” Crossing her arms over her chest, his wife ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do You Want From Life

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jun 8, 2002

A Sermon for the 5th Sunday after Easter Living in Christ

Fifth Sunday of Easter John 14:1-14 "What Do You You Want From From Life? "   1* ¶ "Let not your hearts be troubled; believe in God, believe also in me. 2* In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? 3* And when I go and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

What Kind Of Church Should We Be?

Contributed by Jay Patton on Jul 8, 2002

A sermon that looks into a Biblical model of what a church should look like.

Introduction: Would you rather be a goose or an eagle? Read Scripture/Pray Background: Church directly after Pentecost @ about 120 Purpose Statement: If we are to be a Biblical church then we must… I. Be Devoted (v. 42) A. To the Word 1. Apostle’s teaching was foundation of the NT 2. Note the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist