Sermons on Be A Finisher:

The Person God Uses

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 14, 2006

Decribes the actions and character traits of those who are used by God.

The Person God Uses Proverbs 3:1-12 1 My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, 2 for they will prolong your life many years and bring you prosperity. 3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Legacy Of Victory Series

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Mar 21, 2006

The final words of a Godly man on his quest for a life of victory + content

The Victory Side of Life #13 The Legacy of Victory by Gerald Van Horn The final words of a Godly man on his quest for a life of victory are recorded in our texts. Please notice that there is no ego trip for Joshua. It is rather the gentle admonition of a loving and caring leader. Who also ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Most Excellent Way

Contributed by Brett Thomasson on Jan 31, 2007

Paul plays a trick

This passage from Paul is one we usually see in weddings, so we’re accustomed to it as a stand-alone passage. And it has a lot to teach as a stand-alone passage. But Paul wrote it as part of an answer to the Corinthian church, teaching them about spiritual gifts. In the previous chapter, he ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

An Amazing Catch

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 8, 2007

We will never witness miracles by living in disobedience to God’s call, by doing nothing or by continuing to do what has not worked in the past. We are not called to the safety of the shoreline; but to “put out into deep water, attempting the impossible!

Luke 5: 1 – 11 An Amazing Catch Intro: Normally, when your hear someone talk about a person who is really fussy about the way their hair looks, you think they are talking about a woman. Well, I have a confession to make. I was born with this straight thin hair and I always wanted it to be wavy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Holy Fisherman!

Contributed by Brett Thomasson on Feb 8, 2007

Peter meets the Holy, and wonders what he should do.

Welcome to round 637 of “Fights over stuff that’s not as important as everyone thinks it is.” Older translations have Jesus telling Simon he will now be a “fisher of men,” while newer ones say he will catch or fish for people. Folks who prefer the older version point to the rhythm of the words and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Five Keys To A Heart Of Success

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Feb 28, 2007

I’ve never met anyone who wanted to be a failure. I have met a lot who have embraced it.

1 Corinthians 15:53-58 Never met anyone who wanted to be a failure... Met a lot who have embraced it Go to children’s church...Nursery... and ask, what you want to be the won’t say...crack addict...knocked up 16...on welfare. God wants us to succeed.... How does God measure success? Not measured ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:53-58

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do All The Good You Possibly Can Series

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Jan 11, 2007

This is a sermon based on the Second General Rule of the Methodist Societies.

(This sermon has text, but are talking points and was expounded when preached). What if you were the woman Elijah asked for help 1 Kings 17:8-16)? Ill: In my own life, that when I wasn’t helping, didn’t seem to be many there when I needed help. But when I was a generous and caring person… The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Happy Birthday, Agnes!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 15, 2007

Late one night while traveling in an unfamiliar city, Tony Campolo wandered into a diner where the only other customers were a group of prostitutes. He overheard one of them say that tomorrow was her birthday. So the next night he came back with a cake an

Happy Birthday, Agnes! Text: Daniel 12:2-3 2 And many of those who sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, some to shame and everlasting contempt. 3 Those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the firmament, and those who turn many to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:2-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Basic Christianity 101 Series

Contributed by David Doherty on Apr 21, 2007

Chuchy Cheese to the Beef Barron The 1st sermon in a series of 7 on Christian maturity and how to get there.

Chucky Cheese to the Beef Barron Basic Christianity 101 #1 in a series of 7 International Standard Version Reverend Dave Doherty First Baptist Church Pie Town, NM 4-21-2007 Have you ever been to Chucky Cheese? Kids running around like wild Indians in a maze of games and tube slides with hardly ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Making Better Choices

Contributed by Greg Johnson on May 16, 2007

Some decisions have little impact on us, but others are decisions that will impact our life and the lives of others. I am convinced that with these type of decisions we make better choices when we rely on the Word, on Jesus and on the Holy Spirit in our

Making Better Choices By Greg Johnson May 16, 2007 http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org Last Friday, I went with my wife Becky to the fresh fruit and vegetable market that we like to shop at occasionally. The task assigned to me was to pick out seven apples. It took me as much time to pick out ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:8-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Following Jesus

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Sep 1, 2006

The cost, the commitment, and the consequences of responding to the Lord’s call - Follow Me!

FOLLOWING JESUS Matthew 4:19 [AMP] He said to them, Come after Me [as disciples - letting Me be your Guide], follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men! Jesus said to them, "Follow Me, [JBP] I THE CROWDS THAT FOLLOWED JESUS Matthew 4:25 Large crowds followed him wherever he went. [NLT] Why did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Revlation Chapter 5 Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jun 12, 2006

Examine Revelation Chapter 5 Verses 1 - 7.

Revelation Chapter 5 Vs. 1-7: the Sealed Book Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan www.tawasbaptist.org Key Verse; Revelation 1:19 “Write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later.” Revelation Chapter 1: Things you have ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-7

Denomination: Bible Church

Places Where Christians Stand

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jun 25, 2006

facing battles, there are some great places for Christians to stand

Intro: during a professional golf tournament a few years ago a bad storm came up and people headed for safety. One man felt a good place was under a tree, but was struck by lightning and killed. It was stated in the news that night that the worse place to be in a thunderstorm is under a tree. As ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let It Rain

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jul 11, 2006

Theme: Renewal for different seasons of life, initiated from above, personalized for you, continual as needed, in just the right proportions.

I. INTRODUCTION A. 1997 Movie “As Good As It Gets” – staring Helen Hunt & Jack Nicholson New York City. Melvin, a cranky, bigoted, obsessive-compulsive writer, finds his life turned upside down when Carol, the only waitress who will tolerate him, must leave work to care for her sick son, making ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:23

Denomination: Church Of God

God Has A Better Way!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Nov 18, 2006

How can you find joy in the cross? Think back when you saw the Passion of the Christ and when Jesus faced the cross I like to thing He looked to one side and saw the past. What did He really see?

GOD HAS A BETTER WAY! Heb 12:1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us,and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, Heb 12:2 Looking unto Jesus the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2