Sermons on Awakening Grace:

Get Smart! James 3

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 29, 2013

James tells us that there are two different wisdoms trying to control of our lives – one originates from Heaven above and the other is an earthly unspiritual wisdom. We need to “Get Smart” with God’s Wisdom from above!

Series: Let’s Do This! Summary of sermon 1 and 2 Sermon 3: Get Smart! Question – There are Two Wisdoms in this World- Which one do you follow? Video Clip: You Tube Get Smart clips http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8amXSGAtd0 cut at 4:03! Thesis: James tells us that there are two ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Melchizedek Series

Contributed by Justin Ford on Sep 5, 2013

A message considering who Melchizedek, how he is connected to Jesus and why he should matter to us!

MELCHIZEDEK (Internet links are to images which were later used in a PowerPoint presentation) •OK, let’s start off with a little Bible Pop Quiz this morning •Let’s find out who the Bible Geniuses are! Q: Who is Melchizedek? (Fade in 1 at a time) A.) Another name for the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:17-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Perils Of People-Pleasing Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

If you devote your life to trying to please others you will find yourself enslaved to their opinions and approval.

INTRODUCTION If you’re not involved in our Student Ministry at Green Acres, you may not know that it’s called “The One-Ten Student Ministry.” Do you know why? It’s not because the Student Center is located on Highway 110. It’s because the theme of the ministry ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruit Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 16, 2013

If we want to produce the fruit of the Spirit then we must be a "Holy Spirit tree".

Last week after church we stopped at Trader Joes on our way home. We just needed to pick up a few items so I picked up one of the small red baskets on our way in. As we entered the store and tried to go down the first aisle our way was blocked by two women who had parked their carts right in the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Conformed Or Transformed? Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Dec 15, 2014

At first glance the book of Numbers reads a bit like an operations manual. It’s got numbers of soldiers, lists of names, and a bit of repetition. Tucked between those lists and numbers are some stories of real people, dealing with real issues of faith!

BETWEEN THE NUMBERS CONFORMED OR TRANSFORMED? Numbers 14:26-45 ***This message tagteam preached with Doug (layperson in our church) -Louis Zamperini was a WW2 pilot who flew a B-24 bomber. -Because of a mechanical failure his plane crashed over the ocean in enemy territory. -He and a co-pilot ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:26-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Milk Or Meat Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 4, 2014

1) The Cause (1 Corinthians 3:1–3a), 2) The Symptoms (1 Corinthians 3:3b–4), and 3) The Cure (1 Corinthians 3:5-9) for division.

When Companies struggle with human or mechanical processes, they hire experts which come into and identify faulty processes. Often those who engage in a task every day, become blind to the problems. They often fail to see the pitfalls before them. The Corinthian believers had an especially hard ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Other

The Privileges Of God's People Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 1, 2014

When we know what have in Christ, we'll live what we love.

The Privileges of God’s People 1 Peter 2:4-12 Rev. Brian Bill November 1-2, 2014 An oxymoron is a rhetorical device in which two seemingly contradictory words are used together for effect. Here are some examples. An Actual Reenactment Excruciatingly Joyful – that’s how I felt ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Mystery Of Israel’s Survival Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 5, 2014

What is their secret? Why have they outlasted EVERY one of their enemies? Overcame every adversity?

Giant Mysteries Series “The Mystery of Israel’s Survival” (Based upon Ron Philip’s book, Unexplained Mysteries of Heaven & Earth) June 1, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A In 1896, Mark Twain moved to Austria and witnessed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:25

Denomination: Baptist

An Introduction To God Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 8, 2014

"In the beginning, God..." God introduces Himself that mankind might know Him and honour Him as God.

“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” [1] Allah? Vishnu? A god within? Jesus? Who is God? The Apostle has taught us, “Although there may be so-called gods in heaven or on earth—as indeed there are many ‘gods’ and many ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom In Christ Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 9, 2014

1) The Principle (1 Corinthians 8:1–3); 2) The Reality: (1 Corinthians 8:4-7) and (3) The Liberty: (1 Corinthians 8:8-13).

One of the key elements in the celebration of Remembrance Day is the acknowledgement of the achievements wrought through conflict. In fighting tyranny and oppression, veterans protected freedom. Without this sacrifice, dictators would have forced their twisted ideology upon us while eliminating the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: Other

Unlimited Love Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Nov 10, 2014

A sermon that uses the progression of God's l;ove through our life to explore how to share it.

Unmistakable rythem of love. I don’t think this is the only time we will explore this theme of love. Today I want to explore with you 1 corinthians chapter 13. 1 Corinthians 13 New International Version (NIV) 13 If I speak in the tongues[a] of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Evolutionist Is A Fool Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 26, 2014

Those holding to evolutionary doctrine display a tragic lack of moral or ethical character.

"In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." In years gone by I frequently addressed students enrolled in provincial and state colleges. Because of my training in the sciences, I was often asked to speak on the issue of origins. Especially along the West Coast of the United States ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Your Ways, Your Paths

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 17, 2013

God guides us through:1) A Path of Trial (Psalm 25:1-3), 2) A Path for Training (Psalm 25:4–5), 3) A Path for Thought (Psalm 25:6–7), 4) A Path for Teaching(Psalm 25:8-10)

The hardest part of any journey is the part that you have to take alone. It is especially difficult if you have not traveled the path before. When we lose someone we care about so much, like the loss of Doreen this week, we are called to continue the journey of life minus one who has thus far ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-10

Denomination: Other

Worship Experience

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Apr 21, 2013

A sermon that uses a variety of passages to identify how God evaluates our Sunday worship.

How many of you are currently part of a blended family or have ever been part of a blended family? Blended family meaning that there are kids living under the same household who basically were part of a previous marriage or a previous relationship. Debbie and I are part of a blended family. A ...read more

Scripture: John 12:32

Denomination: Christian Church

'out Of The Frying-Pan, Into The Fire' ...

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 12, 2013

Saul’s Jealousy, David’s loss, Jonathan's friendship

SERMON OUTLINE: Saul’s Jealousy David’s loss Jonathan's friendship SERMON BODY: Ill: • Two friends were walking through the woods when they thought they heard something. • They turned around and saw a big black bear coming towards them. • Both men started to ...read more

Denomination: Brethren