Sermons on Bands:

You're Fired

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 30, 2008

Pentecost: When the Holy Spirit comes, He fires us from past traditions, old exclusivism, and tepid temperatures,and gives us passion for the future.

If you have ever suddenly and unwillingly joined the ranks of the unemployed, how did that feel? When you got that pink slip, what was that like? Oh, you jumped up and down and shouted, "Oh, goody, I don’t have to get up early tomorrow morning! Thank you, thank you, thank you, Lord, I’ve always ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Dried Sticks Or Flourishing Vine

Contributed by James May on Aug 1, 2007

This sermon is concerning the story of the Fig Tree. The fig tree represented Israel, the church and each of us as Christians.

Dried Sticks or Flourishing Vine By Pastor Jim May On Thursday morning Jesus entered Jerusalem as a crowd stood beside the streets waving palm branches and throwing them down as a carpet for him to ride on. Others took off their outer coats and cast them at his feet as well. He entered ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Luck - Lucky Charms Series

Contributed by Dj Castilleja on May 19, 2008

Do we know what we are saying when we say "good luck " to someone. Do we really mean it and what does God have to say about it?

I was recently introduced to a new cereal. At least it was new to me. I think ever since I can remember my favorite cereal was frosted shredded wheat. Anyway, one day Amanda (my wife) and I were walking through the grocery store and we get to the cereal aisle and I head for the shredded wheat, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rhythms Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Nov 13, 2008

Part 4 in series The Shape of Things to Come. Dave explains Wildwind’s membership commitments, why church membership is important, and asks people to consider membership in the church.

Rhythms The Shape of Things to Come, prt. 4 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers September 27, 2008 It has been a long time, but after much preparation, a lot of money spent, and with more than a little bit of anxiety, the wedding day has finally come. The bride looks beautiful, having ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-27

Denomination: Free Methodist

Puzzling Appointments Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 27, 2021

Never did 12 men ever change the course of history like these 12, but never did a noted leader ever have more trouble with His followers than Jesus had with these 12.

Jamie Buckingham is one of the great preachers and authors whose books have sold in the millions. What I like about him is that he makes so many comical blunders in his ministry that he makes other pastors feel less threatened by their human errors. If you sometimes feel like your life is a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-19

The Biggest Waste Of Time!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2022

Those who are doing something positive with their life recognize that we are only allotted so many days, weeks, months and years in this life, and we can not afford to waste the precious time that is given to us.

For example: (1) SUCCESSFUL BUSINESSES RECOGNIZE THE IMPORTANCE OF TIME In the name of increased productivity, we humans have battled against time since the beginning of time. For example, if you look at the past 200 years, the invention of the cotton gin, the assembly line, the telephone, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Battle Belongs To The Lord

Contributed by Gary Holt on Apr 30, 2021

God's people had to trust God's plan and they did just that. God gave them the victory and no man could take credit for the fall of Jericho. It was God's plan and God's victory.

“The Battle Belongs to the Lord” Jericho: Joshua 6 Joshua sermon 4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwkDQaRzXg0 The battle of Jericho wasn't much of a battle: According to Joshua chapter 6, Joshua and the people did what God told them to do and God did the rest. The Israelites merely: ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

David's Mighty Men Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 5, 2021

Second Samuel 23:8-39 shows us what God does in building his kingdom.

Scripture There are six sections in the epilogue to “The Life of David” in 2 Samuel 21-24. The fifth section tells us of David’s mighty men. Let’s read about David’s mighty men in 2 Samuel 23:8-39: 8 These are the names of the mighty men whom David had: Josheb-basshebeth a Tahchemonite; he was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

David's Census Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 26, 2021

Second Samuel 24:1-25 shows us the wrath of God.

Scripture Today we conclude our study of Second Samuel. However, we still have a few more lessons in the coming weeks in First Kings before we conclude our study of “The Life of David.” The last chapter in Second Samuel tells us about David taking a census of his people. We are familiar with a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:1-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

1 Thessalonians 1-5

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jun 10, 2021

Giving Thanks for These Believers, Paul’s Ministry, Encouragement of Timothy’s Visit, Sanctification and Love, and The Day of the Lord

1 THESSALONIANS 1-5 (NASB) (notes care of biblegateway.com) Giving Thanks for These Believers CHAPTER 1:1 Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. 2 We always give thanks to God for all of you, making ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1

Denomination: Vineyard

Can I Really Believe Jesus Is Who He Says He Is? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021

Had your brother said, “I’m God. I’m the Lord. And I’m here to die for the sins of the world,” you wouldn’t readily believe Him either. But after Jesus rose from the grave, we see Jesus’ mother, Mary, worshipping Him. We also see his own brothers, James and Jude, worshipping as well.

Jesus’ message was designed for religious outsiders. All throughout today’s message, I’m going to be talking about the gospel. The gospel is Jesus. The gospel is the message of Jesus. If you’re regularly a part of our church family, I’ve moved from the end of Luke 5, last week, to Luke 8, this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:22-24, Luke 5:27-32, Luke 8:1-3, Luke 8:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

How To Deal With Temptation Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 16, 2021

Jesus had powers that no other human possessed. Was Jesus going to use His power for personal ends? Or, would He use His power for the good of others?

Today we see the convergence of two efforts to promote Christ both in your life and in our community: DNow and You’ve Got the Time. DNow’s focus has been on Engage: A Life of Worship throughout the weekend. You’ve Got the Time is a time when you are empowered to finally finish the entire New ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Sold Out For Christ..."A Scandalous Resolution"

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Dec 21, 2015

A big percentage of the population calls themselves Christians... And we have no right to believe that they are not Christians if they say their christians. However...where's the fruit??

Sold out for Christ..."A Scandalous Resolution" Illus. By Paul Decker A small storeowner was being pressured to sell his store to the owners of a large department store who had bought every building on the block, except his. Frustrated by the man’s refusal to sell, they eventually opened ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Everything Goes Wrong Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 23, 2017

What do you do when EVERYTHING goes wrong in your life? That is exactly what happened to Paul in Acts 21. This sermon explains what to do when your world falls apart.

When Everything Goes Wrong Series: Acts Chuck Sligh October 15, 2017 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 21 INTRODUCTION Did you ever have one of those weeks when EVERYTHING went ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:18-40

Denomination: Baptist

Begotten

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 12, 2019

A study in the book of Psalms 2

Psalm 2: 1 – 12 Begotten 1 Why do the nations rage, and the people plot a vain thing? 2 The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD and against His Anointed, saying, 3 “Let us break Their bonds in pieces and cast away Their cords from us.” 4 He who ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel