Sermons on Better Country:

"My Peace I Give To You"

Contributed by Don Schultz on May 20, 2004

Jesus’ peace is unique - much different and much better than the world’s peace.

John 14:23-27: “MY PEACE I GIVE TO YOU” There are things in this world that we are good at. And, there are things in the world that we are not good at. Sometimes, we think we’re good at something, but really, we’re not. I remember when I used to think that I was good at raising plants. I was ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-27

Denomination: Lutheran

The Christian Life Is The Best Option We Have On This Earth

Contributed by Martin Kim on Sep 21, 2004

Explains why the life God offers is so much better than a life of sin.

Even if there were no heaven to gain I¡¯d still choose to be a Christian! I want to get to know you better, so this morning I¡¯ve decided to begin with a couple of questions. How many of you love Jesus with all your hearts? How many of you would be here today if there were no heaven to gain? ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Adventist

Glimpses Into Revelation--A Church On The Fence Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 15, 2004

What is so bad about being lukewarm as a Christian? Why it is better to be hot or cold.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches July 18, 2004 “The Church on the Fence--Laodicia” Rev. 3:14-22 INTRODUCTION: Of the seven churches, this is probably the one you are most familiar with. It is the church that seems to parallel today’s society the most because of an INDIFFERENCE toward ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Methodist

Resurrection Of Hope

Contributed by James May on Mar 27, 2005

The Risen Savior has given us a new hope for a better life and for eternal life.

RESURRECTION OF HOPE Sunday, March 27, 2005 – AM (Easter) John 20:11 – 21:25 John 20:11, "But Mary stood without at the sepulchre weeping: and as she wept, she stooped down, and looked into the sepulcher…" Last week we began a journey through the Word of God with four messages that would bring ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A New Year's Examination

Contributed by Chris Carroll on Apr 9, 2007

What better time for Christians to evaluate their priorities and make the changes that are needed for the upcoming year

story is told of a man who called the doctor and told the doctor that his wife was having problems of hearing and he wanted the doctor to check her out. So the doctor said check her out at home and see how bad it is before you bring her in. Man said how do I do that. Doctor said ask her something ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11, Acts 17:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Remolding Hand Of God

Contributed by Dr. Keion Parrish on Jun 9, 2007

Just watch and see what God does better than the master of your mind.

Sermon Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1­6, especially verse 6 The Remolding Hand of God Introduction: Have you ever heard the term dumpster diving? This describes the activity of people who are either thrifty or desperate, making the rounds of garbage cans and dumpsters to salvage items that others have ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Temporary Sitch

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 21, 2007

Our time on earth is short. God has something better is store for us in heaven.

One of my pastors as a young man used this illustration. A guy was asking another guy about his plans for the future. He asked him what are your plans. The guy responded, "I plan on graduating from college and getting a good job." The first guy said, "and then what?" The second guy said, "I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

Lessons Learned Along The Way Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 4, 2007

We must learn from our mistakes and let them make us better.

Lessons Learned Along the Way Text: Joshua 8:1-29 Introduction 1. Illustration: In his book entitled Failing Forward John Maxwell shows the vicious cycle that sets up in our lives when we yield to a fear of failure: Fear Inactivity Inexperience Inability To break that cycle of defeat ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:1-29

Denomination: Methodist

Do It Now

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Jan 4, 2012

Whatever you intend to do for Christ and for the kingdom, you'd better get at it.

Do it now. Do it now. Now look if you will in James chapter 5 and verse 13. “Go to now ye that say today or tomorrow we will go into such a city and continue there a year and buy and sell and get gain, whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life, is it even a vapor ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13, James 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

"Ingratitude In The House Of Mercy"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 27, 2010

There is no better time than now to begin showing gratitude to God in both word and life

“After these things there was a feast of the Jews, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 2 Now there is in Jerusalem by the sheep gate a pool, which is called in Hebrew Bethesda, having five porticoes. 3 In these lay a multitude of those who were sick, blind, lame, and withered, [waiting for the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Orthodox

Grow Spiritually In 2010

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 21, 2010

Keys to growing Spiritually in 2010. Key factors that will make you a better Christian in 2010

Introduction • We discussed last week that this is the year of God’s completeness of order. Today we need to make the 1st steps to ensure we meet our God Goals we set last week. Our goals can be met when we grow spiritually. • Salvation is just the beginning of a relationship ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Our Refuge Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 8, 2008

Everyone needs a place of refuge in life and theire is not better place to be, then in the hand of God.

God Is Our Refuge Ps. 46:1 Intro In a day when our nation stands in danger of terrorist attacks and on-going wars, this psalm, proclaiming that God is our refuge, has a message that is needed. Each family can be blessed immeasurably if somehow they can enshrine in their home the picture of God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1

Denomination: Baptist

Nine Resolutions For 2008

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 19, 2009

Millions of people make New Year’s resolutions...why not resolve to be a better Christian?

NINE RESOLUTIONS FOR 2008 Text: Acts 2:41 – 47 Introduction: · Millions of people making new resolutions · Dieting, quit smoking, exercise · What about resolving to be a better Christian? Body: A. Begin with baptism (v. 41) · Obedience in other areas B. Study the Word (v. 42) · Read at least ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible - Gods Word For Discipleship Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Feb 6, 2009

This sermon looks at six ways to get a better grasp on the Bible. (Sermon 3 in this series)

The Bible – God’s Word For Discipleship There is no Spiritual Discipline more important to the Christian, than the intake of God’s Word. There simply is no healthy Christian life apart from daily intake of a diet of God’s Word. The Christian should feast on God’s Word daily. Why? Let me give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Privilege Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Joe La Rue on Apr 28, 2008

An examination of the tremendous privilege of prayer, and how we can make better use of the privilege.

Title: The Privilege of Prayer Series: Prayer 101 (Sermon # 1) Text: Philippians 4:6-7 Preached: April 27, 2008 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 Introduction A. Hook: Recently I came across something called Prayers of Children, containing prayers little kids had prayed to God. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7, Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ