Sermons on Appreciative:

Purposeful Faith Series

Contributed by John Harvey on May 5, 2005

Moms play an important role in the lives of their children by passing on their faith, teaching us wisdom and caring for our needs. Moms are our biggest fans.

“Purposeful Faith” May 8, 2005 Mother’s Day Intro: Peter Marshall, the Scottish pastor and the Chaplin of the U.S. Senate, told the story of a town situated along a beautiful stream. The stream rose from the ground and produced the most beautiful brook with the freshest, most clear water ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:26-30

Denomination: Baptist

Ready To Go! Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 20, 2005

Are you anxiously waiting at the gate for the Rapture - or sleeping in your seat? Paul gives us some practical advise for how to stay alert and ready to board!

I like to watch people in airports. These days you have to arrive a week before your scheduled departure to make it through parking, hauling your baggage passed the porters, figuring out the new computer check in system - then see the security line snake around the block, waiting for lattes. At ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-28

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

An Appetite For God Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Nov 2, 2007

Are you satisfied by an ordinary life or hungry for God?

An appetite for godliness “What does God expect of me?” “How should a Christian act under pressure?” “Am I pleasing the Lord and honoring Him?” Answers to these questions can be found throughout the Bible, but there is one section of the Word, where Jesus Himself answers these questions and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Saved By Love, Mercy, And Grace Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 1, 2010

In these statements, Paul gave to Timothy, Titus, and us principles which are true and dependable, truths upon which we can build our faith and our lives in Christ.

Saved By Love, Mercy, and Grace A trustworthy statement Text: Titus 3:3-8 Introduction This morning is the first of a few lessons drawn from the letters of Paul that we often refer to as the “Pastoral Epistles”, those letters written to Timothy and Titus. These letters have a different flavor than ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hearing The Music Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 27, 2010

Make time to connect with God. Cultivate a listening heart. We need to seek God personally; no proxy.

John 8:28-29 So Jesus said, "When you have lifted up the Son of Man, then you will know that I am [the one I claim to be] and that I do nothing on my own but speak just what the Father has taught me. The one who sent me is with me; he has not left me alone, for I always do what pleases him." How ...read more

Scripture: John 8:28-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You Thankful?

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Oct 19, 2008

We have so much to thank the Lord for, but do we show it?

Are You Thankful? – 19th October 2008 What do we have to be thankful for today? Some may say “nothing” others may say “everything” 1 Thessalonians 5:17 says, In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. Did you know that there are various ways that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Meaningful Presence

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Aug 18, 2008

Communion is about encountering the life-changing presence of Jesus. It is about experiencing grace. It is then about being inspired to be a meaninful presence to others.

Meaningful Presence Psalm 23:5 August 17, 2008 One communion Sunday, the communion was prepared with a twist. The grape juice looked darker than usual. The pastor thought nothing of it and began to serve the communion. Promptly upon receiving the cup, each recipient’s face had a peculiar, stunned ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5

Denomination: Church Of God

Mother's Day

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 9, 2011

While fathers are supposed to be the spiritual leaders of their household, mothers still have a great influence.

Mother’s Day Introduction: A In the Scripture the ultimate responsibility for teaching and training the children about spiritual thins is daddy, but what momma’s influence is immeasurable. 1 Here are some things mom taught us: a Mothers teach us about FORESIGHT: Make sure you wear ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

An Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Mark Baker on Sep 14, 2007

Having a grateful heart opens the doorway to greater blessings from God.

God is so good, He loves to bestow His gifts upon His children. The Bible tells us that all good gifts come from God. If it’s good, then it’s from God. James 1:17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Power Of Forgiveness In Kingdom Living Series

Contributed by James Snyder on May 6, 2013

Daily forgiveness frees me from the spiritual debris cluttering my life and prohibiting me from clearly seen Christ in my present situation and living in his power.

A brother comes up to me and mentions the fact that my brakes are making a noise and I probably need to get new brake pads. A few days later he pointed out that my front wheel rotors were badly worn and needed to be replaced. What is the proper response to such criticism? “You should not be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:41-50

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Understand - Pt. 2 - Saved People Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 13, 2012

There is a high value placed on knowledge or understanding. As a body, we must pay the price to understand 5 key truths.

Understand Pt. 2 – Saved People I. Introduction Last week I mentioned that there is a high value placed on knowledge and understanding in the Word. In fact, Solomon's life testifies to the importance of gaining wisdom and understanding! He tells us in Proverbs 2: Tune your ears to the world ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:20-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Be-Attitudes (Part One)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 23, 2014

Beatitudes mean declarations of blessedness. If we were asked to describe what it means to be blessed our answers probably would not be what we find here in this list. Jesus’ is about to give us a new understanding about what brings blessedness.

“The Be-Attitudes” (Part One) Beatitudes mean declarations of blessedness. The term blessed is all throughout the bible-220 times in the NIV. The term is used in the first chapter of the bible and the last chapter of the bible. The word blessed in the Greek does have a connection to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Be-Attitudes (Part Two)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 30, 2014

Beatitudes mean declarations of blessedness. The term blessedness means joy. Therefore, the state of blessedness would be a state of joy, which is more than just happy. We wouldn’t consider what we see here to bring blessedness. Let's see why it does.

The Be-Attitudes (part two) Recap: Beatitudes mean declarations of blessedness. The term blessedness means joy. Therefore, the state of blessedness would be a state of joy, which is more than just happy. Blessedness refers to the distinctive spiritual joy of those who are saved. We typically ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Characters Of Christmas: Mary Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 20, 2017

A look at Mary's place at the manger.

Have you heard words like this before? There is no way. This won't work. It's impossible. I can't do it. I can't handle it. I can't keep going. I'm not gonna’ make it. Those words sound familiar to anybody? They are the words of defeat and pessimism and yet they are words that all of us do battle ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Methodist

The Lady & The Tramp

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015

The Lady & the Tramp The Call of the Wild or The Call of the Wise Two Invitations

The Lady & the Tramp The Call of the Wild or The Call of the Wise Two Invitations Proverbs 9:1-18 Wisdom hath builded her house, she hath hewn out her seven pillars: 2 She hath killed her beasts; she hath mingled her wine; she hath also furnished ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-18

Denomination: Foursquare