Sermons on Bell Ringing:

Are You Paying Attention?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 24, 2000

Few people make a conscious decision to reject God. Most people just never get around to making a commitment and drift right by the safe harbor of Heaven.

“Are You Paying Attention?” Hebrews 2:1-4 Moms and dads are accustomed to dishing out advice. To try and guide a son or daughter through the narrow straights of life is part of the responsibility of a parent. Some guidance, if not heeded, will cost, but the price is not too severe. “Brush your ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Run For Your Life

Contributed by Chuck Morley on Feb 4, 2001

Lot’s example for the believer to break from the bondage of Sodom and sin.

"And when the morning arose, then the angels hastened Lot, saying, Arise, take thy wife, and thy two daughters, which are here; lest thou be consumed in the iniquity of the city. And while he lingered, the men laid hold upon the hand of his wife, and upon the hand of his two daughters; the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unwrapping The Gifts God Has Given You

Contributed by Gene Barron on Mar 1, 2001

Second in a series on Spiritual Gifts

“Understanding and Unwrapping God’s Gifts to You” (Part 2 of 3) Romans 12:1-16 INTRODUCTION A few years ago, the World Press Review carried a quotation from the National Concord of Lagos, Nigeria. That paper reported that twenty-six lakes have been found beneath the Sahara desert. The American ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

That You May Know: Part 1

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000

People need to know God's love.

"That You May Know..." 1 John 5:13-20 There is nothing worse than not knowing. It doesn't matter what the lack of certainty pertains to...there is nothing worse than not knowing. There is always a tension filled question mark hanging over the head of the husband or wife who does not have the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building Blocks For A Healthy Church

Contributed by Tony Miano on Nov 20, 2000

This morning we’re going to look at three building blocks that helped to construct the church in Thessalonica.

Building Blocks for a Healthy Church First Thessalonians 1:1-4 Introduction: Well, here we are. Hopefully you’re not too stressed out or haggard from our first experience in setting up for Sunday morning worship. Let me encourage you. It will get easier. Not only will we get better at it, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4

Denomination: *other

The Flood (Part I) - Evidence For The Flood Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Dec 8, 2000

Part 1 of this two part series examines the scientific facts that support the flood. The goal of this message is to give confidence to our faith and show the accuracy of scripture.

The Flood (Part I) – Evidence for the flood *** Note the original message uses graphics. To see the graphical version or to download it as a Word document, go to http://www.exchangedlife.com/Sermons/gen/the_flood.htm *** We have looked at the events leading up to the flood – the departure from God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:18-21, Psalm 104:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Wardrobe Witness

Contributed by Nathan Robertson, Jr. on Dec 14, 2000

This is a paper on the role of clothes in the Christian witness from two of the early church fathers.

WARDROBE WITNESS One topic being raised in almost every area of society is what constitutes proper attire. There is an apparent relevance of attire in schools, workplaces, nightclubs, private beaches, and even churches. Some people have suggested that if students dressed in uniforms there would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:3-5, 1 Timothy 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Wardrobe Witness

Contributed by Nathan Robertson, Jr. on Dec 14, 2000

This is paper concerning the role the Christian Wardrobe plays in our Witness

WARDROBE WITNESS One topic being raised in almost every area of society is what constitutes proper attire. There is an apparent relevance of attire in schools, workplaces, nightclubs, private beaches, and even churches. Some people have suggested that if students dressed in uniforms there would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9, 1 Peter 3:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Faith Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 4, 2001

When our faith is properly anchored in Christ it makes a noticable difference in our lives, qualifies us to be God’s ministers, and brings us God’s salvation.

Americans have a love/hate relationship with faith. One the one hand people in our culture admire people who have a strong faith. Success literature tells us, "If you believe it, you can achieve it." The Robin Williams movie "Jacob the Liar" captures our culture’s fascination with faith. In the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

They Wouldn't Bend, Bow, Or Burn -- Why?

Contributed by Charles Holt on Jul 9, 2001

What we learn when Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego stand firm in faith. How did they do it? Why? Can we do it today?

Charles W. Holt email: cholt@gt.rr.com They Wouldn’t Bend, They Wouldn’t Bow, and They Wouldn’t Burn – WHY? Daniel 1:3-7 and 3:12-18 The book of Daniel tells the story of…well…DANIEL! His character, courage and faith is its primary focus and is an inspiration to everyone who reads it. However, at ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fellowshipping With The Father And The Son Series

Contributed by Charles Brooks on Feb 10, 2004

An exposition of the epistle commonly called 1st John

Fellowshipping with the Father and the Son - Week I Chuck Brooks, Pastor-Teacher, New Vision Bible Fellowship October 5, 2003 Background First John was written by the Apostle John. Though his name is nowhere to be found written in this letter. It has been traditionally ascribed to John the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Scandalous Cross: A Curse Or A Blessing Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Feb 26, 2004

Part One of “The Passion of the Christ – Curious? Find out more!” Message Series

The Scandalous Cross: A Curse or a Blessing Part One of “The Passion of the Christ – Curious? Find out more!” Series at Grace International Baptist Church, Vancouver, BC Mel Gibson’s new movie The Passion of the Christ opened to about 3,000 screens this past Wednesday. Some here may have already ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 21:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Forgotten Family Tree Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 14, 2004

This morning we’re going to look at a list in Matthew 1 that contains over 40 names, some who were “darlings” and many others who were “disasters.”

The manager of a large office noticed a new employee and asked, “What’s your name?” The worker replied, “John.” The manager scowled and said, “Look, I don’t know where you worked before, but I don’t call anyone by their first name. It breeds familiarity and that leads to a breakdown in authority. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Supremacy Of Christ Is Defended Against Religious Legalism

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Oct 11, 2001

This sermon proclaims the good news that salvaion is not something we earn by adhearance to legalistic obedience to the law, but it is freely received by the work of Jesus Christ.

The Supremacy of Christ is Defended Against Religious Legalism Colossians 2:11-17 October 14, 2001 Intro: A. Last week, Bob Russell of Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, KY began a series of sermons on the book of Colossians with these words… "Sometimes I look over this audience and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:11-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lost Sheep, The Lost Coin, & The Prodigal Son

Contributed by John Covell on Oct 17, 2001

Some of you are searching for something, but you don’t know what it is you’re looking for.

How many of you chronically lose or misplace things? You never notice it something is lost until you need it and it’s always in the last place you look. Believe or not, God knows what all of this—maybe some of it—feels like. God is searching for something—but not because he can’t remember where he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational