Sermons on Being The Best:

Faith, Part 1 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 20, 2011

Part 1 of 6 in a series on exploring "Faith". This message focuses on defining faith and what the basis of our faith must be. That biblical basis has always been, and always will be, Jesus!

Faith, Part 1 Galatians 2:15-21 Believers often struggle with explaining, "What is faith?" Sometimes we are strong Other times we are weak ... and we struggle It is in these times that God moves us IF ... we will listen and obey His direction Stand and read Galatians 2:15-21 / Pray 1. What is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are We Committed?

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jan 21, 2011

The Bible is clear on what a true Christian should look like. Are we committed to being that person?

If there is one thing I have found to be crucial to my Christian walk, it is the constant surrender of my will. When doubt is creeping into my faith - I surrender. When I am afraid, I surrender. When I want Scripture to say something other than what it says, I surrender. When I don’t ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Learning To Be Content

Contributed by Chris Surber on Sep 28, 2007

The love of money never satisfied a soul. The best it ever did was to entertain for a little while. The love of God fills us with love for others. The love of God brings with it real, abiding, lasting, and enduring joy.

Learning To Be Content, I Timothy 6:6-10 Introduction Here in America we are taught from birth that if we work hard enough we can have the all American dream; a big house with a two car garage, the man or woman of our dreams, 1 cat, 1 dog and 2.5 children. And many of us do have those ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Christian Church

The Marks Of A Hypocrite Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Sep 25, 2002

From Jesus cofrontation with the Pharisees we can see six marks of being a hypocrite.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 31 “The Marks of A Hypocrite!” Luke 11:37-54 Hypocrites! Hypocrites! When I said the word someone came to your mind. We are quick to judge who we think may be a hypocrite, but most of us never consider whether we might be one. But the hard truth is that it is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-54

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Lead Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 25, 2009

Session 2 - Learning to lead by being a man of action, direction, humility, vision and sacrifice.

LEARNING TO LEAD Retreat Session 2 A husband and his wife got up one Sunday morning and the wife got ready for church. It was almost time for them to leave when she noticed her husband wasn’t dressed yet. Perplexed, she asked, "Why aren’t you getting dressed for church?" He said, "I don’t want to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Basic Training 08 Series

Contributed by Greg Carr on May 8, 2012

A 10 week study on the book of Romans to help every Christian be all they can be.

Welcome back to Basic Training. We have 2 weeks remaining in our study of the book of Romans after today. Prayer Father, Open my eyes so I can see Your truth. Open my ears so I can hear Your voice. Open my mind so I can understand Your Word. And open my heart so I may receive all that You want ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

He's My All In All

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 18, 2022

The point of the parable is to highlight the infinite, precious worth of knowing Jesus and being known by him.

TITLE: HE’S MY ALL IN ALL SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 13:44 Lots of people are completely content to have Jesus as a Savior, forgiving them of all their sin. Fewer are ready to have him as the Lord of their life, leading and growing them in godliness. • We think of Christ as our Savior • We think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44

Denomination: Baptist

Do We Have A Printout?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 22, 2004

Funeral service for Kathleen Brown Hardman, adult learner and president of a Sunday School class designed for beginning Bible students. Curiosity is good; curiosity for the Bible is better; a thirst for the life offered in the Bible is best.

The portrait says it all. A triumphant face, not especially youthful, but in a cap and gown, the symbols of academic achievement. The portrait says, “I’ve done it. I’ve learned something.” Whose is this smiling face? Is this some malingerer, who put off, for far too long, getting her basic ...read more

Scripture: John 20:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

Intimacy With God Series

Contributed by David Zetterberg on Feb 6, 2012

We as Christians are at our best when we are personally growing in our intimacy with God, community with insiders, and influence with outsiders. (Special thanks to North Point Community Church for the 3 Vital Relationships concept.)

Three Vital Relationships: Intimacy with God This morning I want to start a short series on a subject I have covered a half-dozen times over the past 10-12 years: Three Vital Relationships. I have covered it so often because I believe it is crucial that we fully understand how important these ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growing Through Trials

Contributed by Don Jaques on Apr 14, 2005

God uses trials in our lives to strengthen our faith and to bring us to maturity. When trials come we should keep the long view and remember He has our best in mind.

Growing Through Trials 1 Peter 1:3-9 April 9/10, 2005 Don Jaques MAIN POINT: God uses trials in our lives to strengthen our faith and to bring us to maturity. When trials come we should keep the long view and remember He has our best in mind. INTRO: It’s the time of year when the lawns are all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A New Day Coming Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 6, 2022

Isaiah gives us a description of the new day. For believers in Jesus the best is yet to come. Your future is bright! The new Zion is described were believers dwell with God. Are you ready for the new day?

Have you ever had one of those days you would like to forget? It might be a time your alarm did not go off and then you spilled coffee on your shirt or worse yet while rushing you spilled coffee on your computer. Then you go out to your car and a tire is flat. All this before 8:00 AM. It is one of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 10, 2019

The child of God is encouraged to seek His presence and His power so that they can excel in life. We must never permit ourselves to live at less than our best to the praise of His glory.

“The sons of Judah: Perez, Hezron, Carmi, Hur, and Shobal. Reaiah the son of Shobal fathered Jahath, and Jahath fathered Ahumai and Lahad. These were the clans of the Zorathites. These were the sons of Etam: Jezreel, Ishma, and Idbash; and the name of their sister was Hazzelelponi, and Penuel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

7 Facts About Hell: A Guided Tour Of Hell

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 7, 2022

What is hell? I prayed about this topic, just seeking God’s guidance and indeed the Lord indicated that it would be wise to study such a place, even though such a place is best left forgotten, in the end.

What is hell? I prayed about this topic, just seeking God’s guidance and indeed the Lord indicated that it would be wise to study such a place, even though such a place is best left forgotten, in the end. So buckle your seatbelts, because you may find this message today quite disturbing. However, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:43-48, Luke 12:5, Luke 16:19-31, Revelation 20:9-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

Hope Growing Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 10, 2016

Victory in Jesus comes from being crucified with Christ. What does it mean to be crucified with Christ?

Intro: I have a question for you to answer this morning. I don’t want you to answer it out loud. Are you enjoying the Christian life are you enduring it? Jesus made some pretty powerful statements about being saved and following Him as disciples. In the presence of God is fullness of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Bride’s Perception Of The Groom

Contributed by James Snyder on May 24, 2016

Who we think we are reveals a lot about who we understand God to be.

Introduction… Goliath was equipped with the latest military equipment and technology but was brought down by a small boy with a sling shot. Cain brought to God the best that man could ever produce and was rejected by God. These two represent what is going on today. We need to understand that ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 3:6-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance