Sermons on Basket Case:

We Can Make A Difference, Are We?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Dec 3, 2012

The only thing that’s going to matter when we stand before Him, is what we do for the Lord and the building up of His Kingdom, while were here on this earth, it’s time to get busy!

We Can Make a Difference….. But Are We? Its 23 days until we celebrate The Birth of our Lord and Savior, Here we are, right in between 2 of 3, of the most important dates on the calendar, Christmas and Thanksgiving. As Andy williams says; It’s the most wonderful time of the year With the kids ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Responding To Temptation

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2012

Temptations are designed to make us want to trade the favor and blessing of God for something that won’t satisfy and won’t last. 3 perspectives to help us overcome temptation:

Responding to Temptation Matthew 4:1-11 Then Jesus was led out into the wilderness by the Holy Spirit to be tempted there by the Devil. 2 For forty days and forty nights he ate nothing and became very hungry. 3 Then the Devil came and said to him, "If you are the Son of God, change these stones ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Believe In The Forgivenss Of Sins Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 2, 2012

What is forgiveness and who is forgiven?

On September 8, 1974, President Gerald R. Ford granted a full pardon to former President Richard Nixon. From that point on Nixon was legally forgiven. All investigations and indictments were ended. Eight days later Ford granted amnesty to all those who had avoided the draft illegally, as well ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Commanded Blessings

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Sep 24, 2012

God has commanded blessings in the area of giving, unity, and upon His people (Numbers 6). "God, teach me to give to You, as You have given to me, lest You give to me, as I have given to You."

The Commanded Blessing Today we are going to speak on the subject of the commanded blessing. We will explain what a commanded blessing is, the areas God commands blessings, and I will break down the commanded blessing in Numbers chapter 6. As we look in the scriptures we see that God commands ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

3 Keys To Experience The Miracle Power Of God In Our Lives

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Mar 30, 2008

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT 3 KEYS TO EXPERIENCE THE MIRACLE POWER OF GOD IN OUR LIVES NAMELY 1. LOVE AND COMPASSION 2. DESPERATION AND DETERMINATION 3. TOTAL FAITH AND RELIANCE ON GOD

3 KEYS TO EXPERIENCE THE MIRACLE POWER OF GOD IN OUR LIVES ********************************************************************* OUTLINE 1. LOVE AND COMPASSION 2. DESPERATION AND DETERMINATION 3. TOTAL FAITH AND RELIANCE ON GOD THE MESSAGE 3 KEYS TO EXPERIENCE THE MIRACLE POWER OF GOD IN OUR ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

"One Day Of Purpose” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 8, 2008

There is a difference between REPUTATION and CHARACTER.

OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO Daniel 1 & Romans 12:1-2 1. Navigating through the TEENAGE YEARS has become really hard and difficult for this generation. 2. Really it seems, more than any other in history. a. The pressures, the temptations, the surroundings… all increasingly becoming harder & darker & more ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Gave Man His Mouth? Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Aug 16, 2008

I want Christians who are struggling with doing what God asks them to do, to KNOW that God is big enough to see them through! God is big enough to use you for His glory!

TEXT: Exodus 4:1-12 TITLE: “Who Gave Man His Mouth?” SERIES: Questions God Asks TOPIC: God’s Power to Enable those He calls! OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, August 10, 2008 PROP.: I want Christians who are struggling with doing what God asks them to do, to KNOW that God is big enough ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tomatoes, Squash, Zucchini

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 25, 2008

God’s answer to a poor economy and how to position ourselves for increase. God can change dire circumstances and cause a turnaround to occur in the most discouraging of times or circumstances.

Valley Grove Assembly of God September 14, 2008 Tomatoes, Squash, and Zucchini II Corinthians 9:6-15 INTRODUCTION: How many of you like bacon and tomato sandwiches? Last year I planted one tomato plant in the front landscaping. It was a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Methodist

7 Virtues

Contributed by Robert Cox on Jan 23, 2009

Is it OK to want more?

MATTHEW 5:13 "You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. 14 "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Nor do they light a lamp and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parable Of The Lighted Cabinets Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 25, 2009

Story form sermon about a man who put all the symbols of recognition on display, but no one noticed. Finally someone asked who helped him attain all this. The world does not need to see display cabinets; it needs to see the God who empowers us.

Like it or not, every day, every moment, we send out messages about who we are. Whether it is about our work, our home, our civic life, our possessions, or our spirituality, we send out strong signals about what is in our very core. Those around us will receive those signals, make no mistake; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Pride And Prejudice Series

Contributed by David Heflin on Jan 27, 2009

This is a sermon I used for Mother’s Day about the Syrian Phoencian woman and her incredible encounter with Jesus

Pride and Prejudice Mark 7:24-30 5/11/08 (Mother’s Day) PSCOC Intro: 41/41 cent stamps. I went into the post office on Friday to mail off some fundraising letters. I needed 41 stamps. So, I asked the cashier for 41 stamps. She thought I had asked if they had 41 cent stamps, which of course, is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

His Mission

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Mar 26, 2009

God’s plan was carried out through Jesus’ earthly mission.

Text: “Now My soul is troubled, and what shall I say? ‘Father, save Me from this hour’? But for this purpose I came to this hour” (John 12:27). Jesus was sent on a mission by the Father. He was sent to do a work that would give man an opportunity to gain a right relationship with the Father. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-36

Denomination: Christian Church

Steps Towards Good Stewardship Series

Contributed by Chad Garrison on Mar 30, 2009

God has called us to be constantly fanning the spiritual flames inside us, and it is up to us to train ourselves to make the Spiritual Disciplines part of our routine, or lifestyle.

Spiritual Disciplines Steps to Stewardship Eric Hulstrand writes in Leadership magazine: “While I was preaching one Sunday, an elderly woman, Mary, fainted and struck her head on the end of the pew. Immediately, an EMT in the congregation called an ambulance. As they strapped her to a stretcher ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-3

Denomination: Foursquare

Prepare For Easter With Three Words

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 6, 2009

This message helps us prepare to celebrate the greatest week of the year, Holy Week. Three stages of Christ’s life are reviewed: His Life, HIs Death and His Victory in the resurrection

Prepare for Easter with Three Words I Corinthians 15:1-8 A denominational leader was also serving as pastor. One of his jobs was to travel to little rural communities where they didn’t have churches and conduct funeral services. He would go out with a funeral director and they would drive to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

"A Fearless Walk Through A Dangerous Valley.”

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jun 6, 2009

Going through some valleys with His protection

Psalm 23: The clock is my dictator, I shall not rest. It makes me lie down only when exhausted. It leads me into deep depression, it hounds my soul. It leads me in circles of frenzy for activities’ sake. Even though I run frantically from task to task, I will never get it all done, for my “ideal” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Wesleyan