Sermons on Bill Hybels:

Who? Me, Lord? Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 21, 2011

In this sermon, we explore Moses' excuses and how God responded to them.

Introduction: A. It was Benjamin Franklin who said: “He that is good for making excuses is seldom good for anything else” and I guess I have to agree with him. B. John Swigert, Jr. had an interesting excuse in 1970. Who is John Swigert, Jr.? 1. John L. Swigert, Jr. was one of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blessing Of Suffering Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 9, 2011

Don’t fear people. Fear Christ and follow Him from grief to glory. Look to Jesus alone to keep your conscience clear even in the midst of your pain. Then you will enjoy the benefit of pain.

Joanna Lerud of Steamboat Rock, Iowa, was standing up to leave a restaurant when she hit her head hard on a lamp hanging above the table. As she staggered away, she heard an older gentleman, who was sitting nearby, say, “It will feel better when it stops hurting.” (Joanna Lerud, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Your Kingdom And Your Will

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Jan 13, 2012

We need to make God's kingdom the first priority in our lives.

New York Stockbroker had just purchased a brand new porsche. He parked it in front of his office to show it off to his colleagues. As he’s getting out of the car, an SUV comes speeding along too close to the curb and takes off the door before driving off. The man gets very upset. He grabs ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Quest For Integrity Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Jan 30, 2012

Paul writes that we are "Christ's Ambassadors." That is a high and holy calling and to do that well the way we live must mesh with what we believe. We can live with integrity as we let our "yes" be our "yes" and our "no" be our "no." Are you a person o

The Quest For Integrity - Matthew 5:33-37 - January 29, 2012 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #15 I’ve always been fascinated by history and by those things that have gone before. Because of that, there are many places in this world that I would like to see; many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: *other

Devices Of The Devil: Confusion Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Feb 2, 2012

Creating confusion among the rank and files of the saints is a vital part of Satan's agenda against the church that we need to be aware of and guard against.

2 Corinthians 2:10-11 KJV 10 To whom ye forgive any thing, I forgive also: for if I forgave any thing, to whom I forgave it, for your sakes forgave I it in the person of Christ; 11 Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devices. For God is not the author of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

In Good Hands! Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 7, 2012

We will never answer every question regarding God’s calling and election and man’s free will, but how we respond to God is very important. As we grapple with these deep truths, we must remember the greatest response is to trust Him and surrender ourselves

In Good Hands! Romans 9:19-29 Romans 9 may have raised more questions than answers for you. You’re not alone in this. Even the Apostle Peter, when referring to inspired Scripture written by the Apostle Paul, recognized that his weighty words were sometimes difficult to comprehend in 2 Peter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:19-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Baptism Says-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 16, 2012

2 of 2. John’s public baptism revealed/secured Jesus’ significance. This is a springboard to understanding Christian public baptism. But What does baptism reveal? Baptism says that...

WHAT BAPTISM SAYS-II—Luke 3:21-23 Significance of Baptism Attention: Do Not Talk To My Parrot Mrs. Lingle’s dishwasher quit working, so she called a repairman. He couldn't accommodate her with an evening appointment, &, since she had to go to work the next day, she told him: "I'll ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

The First And Last

Contributed by Grant Macdonald on Feb 28, 2012

Life is full of chaos but God is in control

Chaos is a state that most people don’t like to live in. Chaos and its cousins: confusion, disorder, mess, clutter, muddle, anarchy, and pandemonium are never welcome in my life. But for some reason, just like a natural gas salesperson, they keep knocking at my door; seeking to interrupt my ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blinded Minds

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on May 14, 2012

The devil uses everything he can to blind our minds. This message deals with some of the things that he will work with.

2 Corinthians 4:1-6 KJV Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not; [2] But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where The Streets Have No Name Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on May 16, 2012

Today in our passage of Scripture we see the way the world looks thru the eyes of God. It’s a very different view than the world has. The world ranks you based on your performance, based on your looks, based on relationships and power. And that’s not t

“Where the Streets Have No Name” Galatians 3: 26-4: 7 October 16, 2011 Intro: Let me start of by reading you a couple of quotes. Oprah Winfrey said, “I discovered I didn’t feel worthy of love unless I was accomplishing something. I suddenly realized I have never felt I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

We'll Work Till Jesus Comes Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 11, 2012

In this last sermon from the series on 1 & 2 Thessalonians, we look at Paul's commands about not being idol, but working and obeying until Jesus comes.

Introduction: A. Let me begin with this humorous, puny piece about work. 1. All my life I’ve been looking for the perfect job 2. My first job was working in an orange juice factory, but I got canned...just couldn't concentrate. 3. After that I tried to be a tailor, but I just wasn't suited ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Growing Together Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Jun 21, 2012

Unless the Lord builds the house its builders labor in vain! Marriage is an excellent proving ground for drawing lcloser to God and living out the reality of the Gospel message. As we seek God we also grow closer together! This message challenges every

Growing Together - Hosea 10:12 - June 10, 2012 Series: After The Honeymoon - #6 The early years of Paul and Grace’s marriage were, what we would consider to be, fairly typical. When they got married there was so much excitement and enthusiasm that they couldn’t imagine it ever ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 10:12

Denomination: *other

Heavenly Minded Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 16, 2012

If you truly want a new life, seek things above, slay things below, and shed things that divide.

When I was growing up, I used to love watching the old Candid Camera shows, in which the producers set up a hidden camera and caught people doing the goofiest things. In one episode, an actor on a busy sidewalk began looking at the ground. He walked around a bit with his eyes glued to the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Living To Please God (Part 1) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 16, 2012

In this sermon, we learn what God's will is - that we are sanctified, which includes avoiding sexual immorality.

A. It always disturbs me to see road kill along the highway (maybe except for opossums), how about you? 1. It is sad when the lives of beautiful, innocent animals are unintentionally extinguished by passing cars and trucks. 2. The consequences of these collisions can be severe for both the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living To Please God (Part 2) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 23, 2012

This sermon continues and concludes the section of 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 that I began last week. Paul gives three aspects of living a life that pleases God. This sermon covers the last two aspects.

Introduction: A. Today I want to talk about living a life that pleases God. 1. Ultimately, living a life that pleases God will also be a life that will get the attention of others and will impact them. B. I like the story told about the person who visited the mental institution and asked the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ