Sermons on Bell Ringing:

Finishing Strong Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on May 21, 2007

Good starts are good, but the important thing is to finish well, this is what we learn from the life of David

INTRODUCTION, Have you ever noticed in life that a good start isn’t always enough. Now there is nothing wrong with a good start mind you, but it is often not enough to get us to the finish line, or to the winners circle. And if you don’t believe me, ask the Atlanta Braves who won the first 2 games ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 1:1-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

After All I Have Been Through,i Still Have Joy

Contributed by Stephen Robinson D on Jun 1, 2007

No matter what comes your way, You still have Joy!

The Author of out text is David; you do remember David don’t you? - His name means “beloved”, a man after God’s own heart - You remember David, Jesse’s boy; he watched the sheep as a boy - You know David, he was a musician - David, an armor bearer for King Saul, he killed Goliath. - This same ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-24, Psalm 118:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wanted Alive - Revival

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 5, 2007

What does it take to have Revival? What do we need in the church, Revival. How does this happen?

Wanted Alive (Not Dead) Revival 2 Chronicle 7:11-15 > It was an old TV series entitled “Lost in Space.” I used to watch it when I was a kid. One of my favorite characters was the robot. When the Robinson family was in trouble the robot would wave his will arms and say, “Danger, Will Robinson, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas #2

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jul 31, 2008

THE BIRTH OF JESUS WAS THE MOST IMPORTANT HAPPENING IN THE HISTORY OF MANKIND

Philippians 2:5-2:11 CHRISTMAS On that first Christmas the angels announced the birth of a new child. The heavens were opened and all the company of heaven broke into praise. Shepherds went racing to Bethlehem to see what it was all about. And for two thousand years we have been jumping up and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Chosen And Serving

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 1, 2008

1- We are chosen by God 2- We are models for others 3- We are messengers of the gospel

INTRO.- ILL.- A site foreman had ten very lazy men working for him, so one day he decided to trick them into doing some work for a change. "I’ve got a really easy job today for the laziest one among you," he announced. "Will the laziest man please put his hand up." Nine hands went up. "Why didn’t ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:4-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Heroes Fail Us Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Aug 12, 2008

Samson had all the resources to be a great hero, except for one thing, a powerful lust. What makes this man a candidate for the hall of fame in Hebrews 11:32? What makes us potential heroes for God?

WHEN HEROES FAIL US Are there any heroes left? Do you have anyone in your life you would consider a hero? Are there men or women who you look up to? Our children and teenagers look up to a variety of stars as models to follow. Miley Cyrus and the Jonas Brothers have captured the younger hearts. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:1-20

Denomination: Mennonite

Faith On Trial

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 18, 2008

We get an idea from the life of Paul as he stood before King Agrippa how to conduct ourselves when our faith is on trial in this world. 1- We must obey God’s vision 2- We must not fear accusations 3- We must present the truth of God

INTRO.- ILL.- A judge, bored and frustrated by a lawyer’s tedious arguments, had made numerous rulings to speed the trial along. The attorney had bristled at the judge’s orders, and their tempers grew hot. Finally, frustrated with another repetition of arguments he had heard many times before, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:19-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Favoritism Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 20, 2008

God see all believers the same - we should not show favortism to the people that can give us an advantage.

Favoritism James 2:1-13 This morning we are still looking at topics related to a “faith that works” from the book of James. As I was looking at the scripture I thought about teachers pets in elementary school. Were any of you considered a teachers pet??? One of those favorite students that ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Congregational

What To Do When You Fail

Contributed by Robert Cox on Aug 21, 2008

Sometimes everything doesn’t go exactly right. This sermon speaks to victories and defeat.

JOSHUA 5:1 Now when all the Amorite kings west of the Jordan and all the Canaanite kings along the coast heard how the LORD had dried up the Jordan before the Israelites until we had crossed over, their hearts melted and they no longer had the courage to face the Israelites. Joshua had just been ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Smyrna - The Suffering Church Series

Contributed by David Moore on Aug 29, 2008

This sermon presents the church at Smyrna as the suffering church, and show God’s purpose in suffering.

Smyrna - The Suffering Church Text: Revelation 2:8-11. Introduction: In our first study of the seven churches we examined the church at Ephesus, the fallen church, this morning, we leave Ephesus behind and travel forty miles North up the coast of modern Turkey where we come to the ancient city of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Pergamos - The Compromising Church Series

Contributed by David Moore on Aug 29, 2008

To show how a church may subtlety compromise their witness in the world.

Pergamos - The Compromising Church Text: Revelation 2:12-17 Introduction: The city of Pergamos was situated 80 miles north of Smyrna twenty miles inland in what is now Western Turkey. In its day it was the capital of Mysia, a Roman province in the NW. of Asia Minor. Unlike the two previous cities ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Treating People Right Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Sep 3, 2008

A look at how we are to treat other people.

Treating People Right One of your biggest problems and mine are people problems – learning how to get along with other people. There is a short poem that goes – “To dwell above with those you love – that will be glory. To dwell below, with those you know – that’s a different story.” We have ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Forgiveness Of God

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Mar 30, 2007

We have all chased after the world, shame and pride held us away, but the invitation of the Lord is the same, "Come Home."

THE FORGIVENESS OF GOD THEME: THE LOVE OF GOD IN FORGIVING OUR SINS. Five year old Madeline climbed into her father’s lap. “Did you have enough to eat?” he asked her. She smiled and patted her tummy. “I can’t eat any more.” “Did you have some of your Grandma’s pie?” “A whole piece!” she ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With Disappointment

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Apr 2, 2007

Discover how Jesus can help you deal with disappointment.

Have you ever been disappointed? There are probably some who came to worship today struggling with disappointment. Disappointment takes many forms. • Sometimes we get disappointed by people (marriage partner, work associate, friend). • Sometimes we get disappointed when our plans do not materialize ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-27

Denomination: Baptist

What's Good About Good Friday

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 2, 2007

Palm Sunday to Good Friday is 5 days. One Third of the combined narratives of the four Gospels describes the last week of Christ’s life, His death, and resurrection.

“What’s Good About Good Friday?” John 12:12-19 John 19:16-22 This Sunday represents the beginning of Holy Week. Palm Sunday to Good Friday is 5 days. One Third of the combined narratives of the four Gospels describes the last week of Christ’s life, His death, and resurrection. John ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Free Methodist