Sermons on Appreciative:

Grow Up In All Things

Contributed by John D Jones on Jul 26, 2011

God has a plan and purpose for everyone. The specific details are as individual as the individual himself. But there is a general will, a broad plan for every Christian that God has designed. That plan simply put is to grow. What are the crucial elements

Grow Up in All Things Ephesians 4:7-16 God has a plan and purpose for everyone. The specific details are as individual as the individual himself. But there is a general will, a broad plan for every Christian that God has designed. That plan simply put is to grow. Here in Ephesians chapter 4, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

Decoding Jonadab Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 15, 2011

A closer look at the promise made to the sons of Jonadab

Introduction: A Opening Story 1 Review a Promise is so powerful we need to claim it today. b In a culture gutted of God we need to know Jonadab’s secret. B Jonadab was given a promise to God but never heard it in his own lifetime. 1 Jeremiah 35.19 NASB a Other translations put the promise ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 35:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

If The Foundations Fail Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 3, 2011

We can overcome past problems and acknowledge the patterns of promise.

Introduction: A IL. B David lived in a time when the moral decline seemed like it was beyond the point of no return. Psalm 11.3 TLB 1 It’s impossible to isolate ourselves from the evils of this world. 2 Ps. 11.1-3 TLB; Our Amish/Mennonite brother’s, even with their extreme views of separation ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

If You Had Been Here

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 28, 2012

Jesus had for the first time confirmed publically He was Messiah about four months before He was crucified on a cross.The Good Shepherd is bringing His Jewish sheep & His Gentile sheep to make one fold.The blessing that God gave Abraham, Isaac, & Jacob ha

“If You Had Been Here . . .” March 25, 2012 Chester FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Jesus had for the first time confirmed publically He was Messiah about four months before He was crucified on a cross. 1 John 10.22-24 a Festival of Dedication ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

Origins (1) Series

Contributed by Dennis Munn on Nov 25, 2012

Jesus in the Gospel of Luke

Introduction: Every hero needs a good origins story. I grew up with comic books and the idea of superheroes, and the coolest superheroes also have the coolest origins stories. Origins stories are the tales told of how a hero got his powers, where he came from, and why he came from there. ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

Dirty Feet At The Lord's Table

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 14, 2010

Jesus showed the disciples that they must be servants.

Introduction: A Opening Story B John 13.1-5 1 Facts that need to brought out as I read . . . a Passover (or eve of Passover) aa Sunday: Palm Sunday bb Monday: Cleansed the Temple cc Tuesday: Arguing with religious leaders dd Wednesday: Day of rest ee Thursday: Lord’s Supper dd 3 ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing Higher Ground When The Ground Is Shaking

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 15, 2010

A look at the praise, precaution, & promise that will allow us to see the higher ground.

Seeing Higher Ground When the Ground is Shaking June 27, 2010 Introduction A (IL) B Chapter 146 is the first of 5 chapters called the “Hallelujah Psalms”. All start with “Hallelujah/Praise the Lord.” 1 The Psalms are songs written to be sung by God’s children, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 146:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Of God's Love

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 21, 2010

If we are ever going to walk fully in holiness, we must find a power greater than our flesh.

The Secret of God’s Love October 13, 2010 Introduction A (IL) God’s love B The power of one’s own will is more powerful than the laws of God. 1 How? We still sin, fall, lie, are jealous, covet, lust, proud, gossip, overeat. a He has laws in place that forbid me from doing all ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 6:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Of His Appearing

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 21, 2010

God wants to let us in on the secret things.

The Secret of His Appearing October 17, 2010 Introduction A Over the last several weeks (months), we’ve revealed the secrets of the Most Holy Place. 1 We’ve learned... a To worship here so we don’t have to play catch-up in heaven aa That love draws us closer to Jesus; easier ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:14

Denomination: Baptist

Who Are You Banking With? Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 18, 2010

God's bank is not in recession

Not in My House Series Who Are You Banking With? January 17, 2010 Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal.20 "But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys, and where thieves do not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Suffering For Following Jesus Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 30, 2009

This section covers persecution & hostility in the world. Jesus’ disciples would not have life easy. He says that discipleship will be a costly endeavor & whoever chooses to follow Him must be ready to experience & endure the sort of conflict He experie

JOHN 15: 18-27 SUFFERING FOR FOLLOWING JESUS This section centers on the topic of persecution and hostility in the world. Jesus foresaw that His disciples would not have life easy. He says that discipleship will be a costly endeavor and whoever chooses to follow Him must be ready to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Life Without Rules

Contributed by David Smith on Aug 14, 2010

Therefore do not let anyone condemn you in matters of food and drink or of observing festivals, new moons, or sabbaths. These are only a shadow of what is to come, but the substance belongs to Christ. Do not let anyone disqualify you, insisting on self-ab

I’m struggling with Colossians this week - not with the ancient people of Colossae of course but with St Paul’s letter to the Colossians, and not with the whole letter either but with one word in one verse that really has me bamboozled: Therefore do not let anyone condemn you in matters of food and ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Serve The Lord With Enthusiasm

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 25, 2010

Through out his life Paul accentuated the positive. He practiced the praise principle. Philippians 4:4, “Rejoice in the Lord always. I say it again, rejoice!”

Serve the Lord with Enthusiasm Romans 12:11 “Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, and serve the Lord with enthusiasm.” Jesus taught that we are to love the Lord with all our heart, our soul, our might and our neighbor as ourselves. In Romans 12:11 Apostle Paul admonishes us to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11

Denomination: Free Methodist

Part Of God's Team: Our Primary Identity Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 21, 2008

We can fellowship with God and His workers around the world, no matter where we are.

Part of God’s Team: Our Primary Identity (2 Thessalonians 3:1-5) 1. Immaturity begins with birth: at first, it is all about us. 2. Some mature more than others. 3.Typically, we then are wrapped up in our families, which are extensions of ourselves. Some never advance beyond this. 4. If so, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Two-Ply Christian Leadership Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 28, 2008

Like God Himself, good Christian leadership means leading in two different manners; leaders must have two sides.

Two-Ply Christian Leadership (2 Thessalonians 3:4-12) 1. Christian leadership is a fascinating study. But it is often paralleled by leadership principles in other realms: "You Attract the People Your System Invites It’s no secret that healthy environments attract healthy people. Healthy people ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:4-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible