Sermons on Bell Ringing:

Weathering The Storms Of Life Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 30, 2012

We prepare to weather the storms of life by applying the words of Jesus in our everyday lives.

In 1174 the Italian architect Bonnano Pisano began work on what would become his most famous project - a bell tower for the Cathedral of the city of Pisa. But after construction had progressed to the second floor several years later, the tower began to sink and tilt due to the fact that the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Judge Unjust?

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 19, 2011

Why does a just God delay justice? How can a loving God allow evil? Why do we think we can judge God by our standards?

Have you ever felt that God was just like the judge in Luke’s parable? Perhaps you have a problem, a need, a pain, a burning question; you bring it before God, and - nothing happens. You remember what Jesus said about persisting in prayer, so you go on battering at the heavenly gates - for ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Open Door Policy Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 22, 2011

It isn't size, or status, or wealth, or popularity that measures the worth of the church: it is faithfulness.

We began the week with the story of the Chicago nightclub fire in which 21 people were killed as they rushed to the exit. The club had already been cited for overcrowding and other safety violations - like not enough doors and windows. What happened was that a bouncer used pepper spray to break ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Church, A Beautiful Bride

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 9, 2012

The Church is called the Bride of Christ, so how do we make sure that we are an attractive bride?

The Church, a Beautiful Bride It was a quiet Saturday morning as the guests began to filter into the little church. Friends of the couple had been there for hours making sure everything was just perfect. The guests were a diverse bunch, some were friends of hers, and others were friends of his. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:2

Denomination: Wesleyan

Heartfelt Worship Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 22, 2012

Heartfelt worshipers encounter God with joy, awe and thanksgivng.

Title: Heartfelt Worship Text: Psalm 100 (Heartfelt Worship - Psalm 138 and John 4:23-24) Thesis: Heartfelt Worshipers encounter God with joy, awe and thanksgiving. In order to understand what being a Healthy Missional Church looks like, we are unpacking a series called: The Marks of a Healthy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church, The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 23, 2012

We are the body of Christ but what makes us a healthy body?

The Church, The Body of Christ The Church. The Church. When I say church, what do you think of? A little white clapboard building with a steeple and a bell, or perhaps the Crystal Cathedral in California. Maybe you don’t think of a building instead you think of people, perhaps your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Wholly Devoted Tongue Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 23, 2012

Having learned about having a wholly devoted mind and heart, we now address what it means to have a wholly devoted tongue.

Introduction: A. If your tongue has ever gotten you into trouble, then please raise your hand. 1. Turn to your neighbor and say, “I’m not surprised!” 2. We are not surprised, because it happens to all of us. 3. All of us have had the experience of saying something, and then ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Royal Wedding

Contributed by Jay Mccluskey on Dec 30, 2011

This is a narrative sermon that tells the story of Ruth and Boaz.

A ROYAL WEDDING Mother’s Day is typically a time to emphasize and celebrate not just motherhood, but home and family. And the surrounding weeks are also popular seasons for weddings. With the storms of last week, the Royal Wedding of William and Kate did not get as much local attention ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Pays Attention

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 29, 2011

God always pays attention to our prayers and answers them in a way that is best for us.

Text: “I sought the LORD, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears” (Psalm 34:4). Can you recall a time in your life when you called upon the Lord and He did not answer you? Some people would answer yes to that question. On the other hand, others would say the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-10, Psalm 34:1

Denomination: Christian Church

The Crucifixion Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 13, 2016

A description of the crucifixion and our response

I. Introduction A. I borrowed part of this message from another pastor on Sermon Central 1. But, I erased his name from the text 2. And now, I can’t find it 3. My most sincere apology kind sir 4. Please forgive my sloppy ways C. In 1173 the Italian architect Bonnano Pisano began ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46-56

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom's Spirit Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 20, 2016

Start, finish and continue your life with the Spirit by faith.

On February 10, 2013, a fire broke out in an engine room of the Carnival cruise ship, Triumph. The fire knocked out the ship's power, leaving the vessel drifting in the Gulf of Mexico and more than 4,200 passengers and crew in limbo. The lost power made it impossible to operate the flush toilets, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-5, Galatians 3:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Getting Ready For Christmas (Updated)

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Nov 30, 2016

With Christmas right around the corner, it got me thinking about how we as Christians ought to prepare for the spiritual side of Christmas. In this message I’d like to share four (4) distinct ways based on those who were there and what they did. Plus a Special ending "Overshadowed"

Getting Ready for Christmas Watch on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YW1yvKZGFmY Christmas is right around the corner and already as a society we’ve endured a month of Black Friday, a time when we can get the best deals on our Christmas giving. This got me thinking about how ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Luke 1:35, Luke 1:46-49, Luke 11:13

Denomination: Foursquare

Getting Ready For Christmas (Updated)

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 9, 2016

With Christmas right around the corner, it got me thinking about how we as Christians ought to prepare for the spiritual side of Christmas. In this message I’d like to share four (4) distinct ways based on those who were there and what they did. Plus a Special ending "Overshadowed"

Getting Ready for Christmas Watch on our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YW1yvKZGFmY Christmas is right around the corner and already as a society we’ve endured a month of Black Friday, a time when we can get the best deals on our Christmas giving. This got me thinking about how ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Luke 1:35, Luke 1:46-49, Luke 11:13

Denomination: Foursquare

Safeguarding The Good Life-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 21, 2015

3 of 3. Joshua prepared the children of Israel for entrance into the promised land. God's people must be prepared to enter the good/abundant life. But How can they safeguard it? The Good Life is Safeguarded at/by/thru...

SAFEGUARDING The GOOD LIFE-III—Joshua 3:1-6 Good Life/Well/Abundant Attention: Some things are worth protecting. The Good Life we have in Christ is particularly worth safeguarding/ protecting. Need: We all want ‘the good life.’ Joshua prepared the children of Israel for ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The End Of The Lord

Contributed by Solomon Onwude on Jun 29, 2017

Sometimes, all we need to do, is to live our lives bearing the end in mind; the end that the lord wants for us, not our own end but the lords…

James 5:11New International Version (NIV) 11 As you know, we count as blessed those who have persevered. You have heard of Job’s perseverance and have seen what the Lord finally brought about. The Lord is full of compassion and mercy. Mine today, is a message of hope! Many of us, if not all have ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-10, James 5:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ