Sermons on Athletes:

From Drop-Out To Dependable

Contributed by David Nolte on Jul 13, 2019

We are not defined by any one act -- good or bad. Mark proves that.

“From Drop-Out To Dependable” Acts 13:13 David P. Nolte Some of the greatest achievers are also known for some failure, or seeming failure, in their lives. To cite some famous “failures” we note the following: · Cut from the high school basketball team, he went into his bedroom and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13, Acts 15:36-40, 2 Timothy 4:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Encountering Jesus (6) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 11, 2019

In Acts 9, Paul encounters Jesus and his life is changed. His story involves his sin, his salvation, and his service.

Encountering Jesus (6) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/8/2015 Two thousand years ago, Jesus entered our world and changed everything. Jesus is the most famous person in all of history. More songs have been sung to him, artwork created of him, and books written about him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-16, Acts 9:1-18

Denomination: Christian Church

Remembering God Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 20, 2021

Just like the Hebrew people in Exodus, God wants us to remember who he is, what he has done, and what he will do.

INTRODUCTION • Today we will wrap up our Exodus series; I pray that God touched and spoke to you somehow during this series. • I want you to think about something for a moment. • We all understand that this life is not eternal; in other words, there will come a time when we die and go on to the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:24, Exodus 13:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Watering And Working Series

Contributed by Peter Kelly on Aug 25, 2021

Series #9. The danger of placing a man on a pedestal is the focus of this passage.

This morning we continue to look at Paul’s admonition to the church at Corinth. He tells them that they ought to have matured in their Christian faith during the five years the church in this city has been in existence. Instead they are carnal. By using this term Paul is telling the readers that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:3-9

Being The Light In A Dark World

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 19, 2021

Jesus calls each of us to make a difference where He has placed us. If we claim to know Jesus, we must live like we know Jesus.

Being the light in a dark world 1 John 15-10 Prayer- If you would turn to 1 John Chapter One. Have you ever wondered if you have had or if you will make a difference in life? When I was a kid I thought of all the cool jobs I would like to do, Jobs where you save someone’s life, protecting ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Nazarene

A True Christian

Contributed by Lee Houston on May 22, 2021

Many Christians have no idea of what following Christ means.

A True Christian Scripture: Luke 14:25-35 Central idea: Many Christians have no idea of what following Christ means. Specific purpose: to communicate to the congregation the true cost of Discipleship The inspiration for this sermon is Charles H. Spurgeon's sermon “Counting the Cost”. Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

No Other Gods Before Me: An Exposition Of Exodus 20:1-6

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 5, 2021

The Ten Commandments are central to Western Civilization. There has been much commentary on them. But what does it mean for us?

No Other gods Before Me: An Exposition of Exodus 20:1-6 We begin this morning a series on the Ten Commandments with a study of the first two commandments. There are actually more than ten commandments if one breaks apart the second commandment and separate the prohibition making of graven images ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Your Plans, God's Plan, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

The final words in the Greek text of Acts is the “unhindered.” God supernaturally orchestrates everything so that the gospel is unstoppable.

Before we really get started this morning, I feel the need to say something. In this political season, I think I need to say, “I am Scott Maze and I approve this message” -:). What if you could say one sentence that the entire world could understand? What would you say? Our study of Acts concludes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-9, Acts 28:29-31

Denomination: Baptist

Our Everlasting Fountain Of Youth

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Nov 6, 2020

The real fountain of youth is the living Word and water, which comes from our Savior Jesus Christ. And through its waters, we reap the benefits of our sufferings and sacrifices for the Lord. We will be free of all pains, age, and corruption when we enter into the kingdom of God.

Our Everlasting Fountain of Youth Romans 8:18-25 The fountain of youth has been told in stories since medieval times. The Fountain of Youth is a mythical spring that restores the youth of anyone who drinks or bathes in its waters. Many have gone on conquests to find this mythical spring of water, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gift Of The Mediator Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 27, 2021

Scripture says that Jesus is our "mediator." What is a mediator and what did Jesus do to fill that need in our lives?

OPEN: Humorist Dave Barry once wrote about gifts that were given to Jesus by the Wise Men. He suggested that if you carefully analyzed what the Bible tells us, you’d find there was an overlooked theological fact in the story. There is no mention of wrapping paper. Now why would the wisemen not use ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:5-6, Hebrews 9:15, Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discovering Our Gifts

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 11, 2020

Beginning to look at our Spiritual Gifts as we gain a better understanding of our purpose.

Spiritual Gifts September 13, 2020 The typical NASCAR race car costs about $150,000 to build. They might be fun to have. They are certainly unique. If you wanted to buy one, keep in mind - - - there are no power windows or locks. In fact, it doesn’t have windows at all; it just has a net. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What's Still The Same--7th Church Anniversary

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 11, 2020

This is a 7 Year Anniversary sermon reflecting on two churches that merged together and the ministry God has done through them

What’s Still The Same? Psalm Psalms 93:1-5 Hebrews 13:1-8 It was about 8 years ago that Glenville New Life Community Church and Calvary Presbyterian Church began to explore the idea of coming together to form one congregation. After a lot of prayer, discussions, meetings and votes, we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 93:1-5, Hebrews 13:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Teaching Obedience To The Next Generation

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 22, 2021

Saul hides behind his religion. Mafia hitmen rationalize, “Yes, I kill people but I’m really good to my mother.” We are incredibly good at self-deception. People hide behind their religion to evade obedience

Today, I want to speak to parents and grandparents on raising children who have a stalwart character all their lives. Let’s look at one of the most interesting kings of ancient Israel, King Saul. Today’s Scripture The word of the Lord came to Samuel: 11 “I regret that I have made Saul king, for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:10-23

Denomination: Baptist

Gathering For Encouragement Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Aug 2, 2021

Hebrews 12:1 tells us to 'run with endurance'. Only long races need endurance - marathons, for example. In a marathon, encouragement makes all the difference. The Christian life can be tough. We need encouragement and we need to encourage others.

Today we’re starting a new series. We will have four talks on the theme of ‘Why we gather’. Last Sunday we met back at church after sixteen months of having our morning services online. That’s a significant moment. But something else has been happening. About four months ago we started a new ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Faithfulness Of God

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 2, 2021

What greater advantage in life could one ask for than to possess the writings of God and possess the prophets, priests and scribes whose duty it was to explain, proclaim, and transmit them to the people?

Alba 8-1-2021 THE FAITHFULNESS OF GOD Romans 3:1-8 Doesn't it seem that there are people who are born with special advantages over others? Some seem to be born with the proverbial silver spoon in their mouth. Somehow, that sounds uncomfortable. But I think it would be better than having ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ