Sermons on Apostles Power:

The Name Above Every Name Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 27, 2004

Specifically we’re going to take a look at the process that Jesus went through for us because there are certainly elements of His coming that don’t sound quite right.

Have you ever received a Christmas present that you didn’t really like? Here’s what you should say if you get a gift that underwhelms you. * Hey! There’s a gift! * Well, well, well… * This is perfect for wearing around the basement. * To think…I got this the year I vowed to give ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness: What You Won't Be Sorry For Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Nov 30, 2003

Joseph, Pt 4 of 4

FORGIVENESS MEANS HAVING TO SAY YOU’RE SORRY (GENESIS 42:21-22, 44:33-45:8, 50:15-21) The first time we experience clogging in our double-basin kitchen sink in the States was a nightmare. The water would drain from the left basin and come up on the right basin. Since our regular handyman was out of ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The God Of The Storm Series

Contributed by Matt Condon on Apr 20, 2001

God Works Through Life’s Storms

Acts 27:1-25 The God of the Storm I have been waiting for Chapter 27. If the book of Acts was a movie, chapter 27 would be the climax. I don’t know about you, but My favorite part of any movie is when the hero comes in and saves the day. It makes me wish Acts had a soundtrack. We have certain ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-25

Denomination: *other

How To Pray For A Miricle Series

Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Apr 20, 2001

how to pray whem you need a miricle

HOW TO PRAY FOR A MIRACLE Power Through Prayer - Part 3 Luke 18:35-43 Jeff Seaman Much of life is beyond our control. There’s just not anything you can do about it. Sometimes your best efforts aren’t good enough. Sometimes the only thing that will work is a miracle. When do you need a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let God Do It His Way

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 26, 2001

This sermon looks at the life of David, and how he allowed God to handle the problem of Saul in his life.

Let God Do It His Way 8/1/99 1 Samuel 24:1-22 1 Peter 4:12-19 1 Samuel 26:1-25 When a woman is pregnant, she is going to have a baby. A normal baby takes about nine months to get here. Now what would you think if the woman became so excited about the baby coming into the word that she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 26:1-25, 1 Peter 4:12-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Some Myths About Marriage Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 27, 2001

This sermon is the third in the series and it deals with Christians being faithful to God in their relationships. Begins myths on marriage.

Some Myths About Dating, Marriage & Divorce III 6/4/00 Proverbs 3:1-11 Hebrews 13:1-8 For Christians, The date you set for your wedding, should not be based upon how much money you need to save for an elaborate wedding. It should not be based on how many more years of school you have ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-11, Hebrews 13:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Three Men Were On Their Way To Hell.

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001

This sermon was preached at Easter and it looks at the fate of Jesus and the two men who were crucified with him.

Three Men Were On Their Way To Hell Easter 4/30/2000 Luke 23:32-43 Matthew 28:1-15 Their mothers had told them time and time again, "Child if you don’t change, you’re heading for a world of trouble. There is no such thing as easy money." No doubt when the two guys got together they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43, Matthew 28:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Hear From God

Contributed by Jennifer Casto on Jun 1, 2006

Ways to hear from God and develop relationship and effectual communication with Him.

HOW TO HEAR FROM GOD INTRODUCTION: Is the voice I am hearing God’s – “But God speaks again and again, though people do not recognize it.” (Job 33:14) Commonly Asked Questions (new and old converts) in the church are ---“How Can I Discover God’s Guidance?” "How do I hear from God?" ...read more

Scripture: Job 33:14

Denomination: *other

Take A Load Off: Rest For The Weary Soul Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Jul 20, 2006

Our part in receiving God’s promised Rest

Intro: Have you ever just had one of those days or weeks where everything seems to be falling apart around us or the pace of life seems overwhelming and we’re not sure how much more we can handle? A while back, I found a newspaper article online from Tacoma, Washington. It was the story of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Mom Worth Modeling

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2007

A mom worth modeling must practice her ABC’s.

A Mom Worth Modeling Proverbs 31:10-31 Rev. Brian Bill www.pontiacbible.org 5/13/07 I think some moms were mad at me last week. Not only did I encourage kids to be noisy in church whenever I said the name “Haman,” I also told a young boy after the service that he could take the trumpet home. He ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Baptist

Externally Focused: Showing Compassion Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 29, 2007

As the church looks outwardly let us be people of compassion for other people.

External Focus: Showing Compassion Introduction: I learn more and more about the importance of being honest with ourselves, especially concerning our relationship with Christ. I think that sometimes we as the church live an idealistic life. We don’t like to admit faults; we are too stoic and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Goals Of Grace Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 3, 2007

Using actual road signs, we’ll see that we must count on Christ’s work, stop sinning, and yield our bodies to the Lord.

The Goals of Grace Romans 6:8-18 Rev. Brian Bill www.pontiacbible.org 6/3/07 Before last Sunday’s service one of our daughters turned to Beth and asked this question: “Is Daddy not preaching today?” Beth told her that some special guests were going to talk about their ministry in the Middle East ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Five Characteristics Of Obedience

Contributed by Rick George on Apr 17, 2008

As Ruth stepped out of her comfort zone in obedience to God, we are also called to do just the same.

I hope you enjoyed this comical look at living in the comfort zone. Today we will be looking at how one amazing woman of God did just the opposite – she stepped outside of her comfort zone to trust and obey God no matter where His path led. Let’s pray. If you have your Bible please turn to the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can We Keep From Singing? Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 19, 2008

49th in a series from Ephesians. The kind of music that flows from our lives when we are controlled by the Holy Spirit.

Over the past several decades the church has engaged in what has become known as the “Worship Wars.” We’ve experienced a seemingly endless debate about what is the right kind of music to sing in our worship services. Hymns or praise choruses? Traditional or contemporary? Organs or guitars? But when ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Hardest Person In The World To Forgive….myself. Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Apr 27, 2008

God has forgivn us now it is time to forgive ourselves.

The hardest person in the world to forgive….myself. Matt 26:69-75 Last week we started a series of sermons that I call “About the F word.” We started with the subject of “Ultimate forgiveness.” I suggested that “Ultimate Forgiveness” is that the forgiveness that every person feels a need for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:69-75

Denomination: Congregational