Sermons on Blue Jeans:

What Are We Going To Do For Forever? Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 16, 2011

A sermon to debunk the boring ideas people have about Heaven and to instill in them a biblically based anticipation about what Heaven is going to really be like.

I Thes 4:13-18 Intro: “Groundhog Day.” It’s the story of a weather man who goes to Punxsutawney, PA to cover the groundhog festivities on Feb. 2. But, when he wakes up on what should be Feb. 3, he finds himself starting the same day over again – Feb. 2. In fact, no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Way To Glory Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 13, 2011

The way to glory even in our pain is clear: humble yourself before God and one another; harden yourself against the devil; and by God’s grace, keep your hope in Him.

Chan Gailey, who just began his second season as head coach for the Buffalo Bills, got his start coaching football at Alabama’s Troy State University. In 1984, with a 12-1 record, he led the Troy State Trojans to a Division II NCAA national championship. A week before the big game, he was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

David’s Song Of Praise

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 4, 2010

David’s Song of Praise (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

David’s song of praise Reading: • 2 Samuel chapter 22 verses 1-51. • 2 Samuel chapter 23 verses 1-7. • At least seventy-three of the psalms are assigned to David, • But his last one is found here in 2 Samuel chapters 22-23. • The phrase in chapter 23 verse 1: “These are the last words of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-51

Denomination: Brethren

How To Keep Going When You Feel Like Giving Up Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 24, 2009

Jeremiah is an example of resilience in his refusal to give up when things get difficult.

Title: How to Keep Going When You Feel Like Giving Up Text: Jeremiah 1:4-8, 20:7-18 and 32 Thesis: Jeremiah is an example of resilience in his refusal to give up when things get difficult. The Bible in 90 Days Whole Church Challenge We have just completed Week 8 of our Bible in 90 Days Whole ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Man Took Jesus At His Word And Departed Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Dec 31, 2007

Real belief in the power and character of Jesus takes us past human limitations

Every once in a while, God does it to me. I can’t anticipate it. That would ruin the whole effect. No, it’s not in my planner for the day. It has to come out of the blue. But, just the same, I can count on it to happen. Has He done it to you? You know, have something happen that wakes you up, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Saturate In 08!"

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 2, 2008

Our theme at New Life for the new year is “Saturate in 08!” It’s a prayer to God to be saturated in 2008 with His Holy presence, His love and His awesome fire!

Lord! - “Saturate in 08” Opening Illustration: “What’s Missing?” from Blue Fish TV – We are moving from 2007 to 2008 this week and some are asking the following question, “What’s missing in my life?” Today I hope to answer that question! Thesis: Our theme at New Life for the new year is “Saturate ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discovering Our Treasure In Christ Series

Contributed by Matt Keller on Sep 10, 2010

This verse by verse exposition of Ephesians leads believers to discover all they are in Christ and all they should be for Christ.

On January 17, 2009 Marvin Schur’s neighbors become concerned about him and went to his house to check on his well being. They had noticed that the lights hadn’t been on for a few days and that the windows of the house had seemed ice over from the inside. They also hadn’t seen ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

"Does God Want Us Miserable?" Ecc Pt 7 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 27, 2007

Does God make us miserable so that we cannot enjoy life’s pleasures. Solomon contemplates this question as he looks at his own life. The question could be phrased this way too, “Is there no such thing as happy ever after without God?” Many say that happil

“Does God want us miserable?” or “Is there a happily ever after without God?” Ecc. Pt. 7 Opening Illustration: How valuable is our time” from Blue Fish TV Hands on illustration - Do the timer – set it for 30 minutes! Thesis: Does God make us miserable so that we cannot enjoy life’s pleasures. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 6:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Break Free, Be Free, Stay Free

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 29, 2007

How can I break free from the generational sins and curses of my family? What can I do to stop the dysfunctional behavior of my family’s generational sins and curses over my life and my future children’s lives?

“Break free – Be free – Stay Free!” Opening Illustration: From Blue Fish TV Stories, “Andrew’s Story” – bad home environment Thesis: How can I break free from the generational sins and curses of my family? What can I do to stop the dysfunctional behavior of my family’s generational sins and curses ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All I Want For Chirstmas Is Hope Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 23, 2007

Hold on to the rope of hope when you don’t think you can cope.

All I Want for Christmas is Hope Luke 2:38 Rev. Brian Bill 12/23/07 Hark, the Herald angels sing, ‘Glory to the newborn king; Peace on earth, and mercy mild, God and sinners reconciled’ [Put hand on Hope’s shoulder and hold up blanket] Yes, God and sinners reconciled. If we were to take a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:38

Denomination: Baptist

Dreams

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Dec 27, 2009

Should a Christian be willing to look deeper into dreams or should dreams just be ignored?

DREAMS INTRODUCTION Dreams have fascinated, mystified and frightened mankind since the dawn of time. Today, we seem to have developed a propensity for ignoring dreams; but ancient man found dreams to be a natural source for myths, fables and legends. There were even those who believed that, for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:17

Denomination: Christian Church

Be Careful With Your Treasures Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 15, 2012

This looks was preached on the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic and looks at where we store our treasures

Be Careful with Your Treasures For those of you who have been living under a rock or in a cave for the past month or so today is the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. And because of our Halifax connection most of us are familiar with the story of the Titanic and feel a certain link ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

Waiting Expectantly For Christmas

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jan 11, 2006

Looking through the eyes of 3 who waited for the first Christmas, we see how the Birth of Jesus Christ meets the "hopes and fears of all the years."

The Nativity of our Lord: Christmas Day Waiting Expectantly for Christmas Luke 2:22-38 12/25/2005 Christ is Born. Good morning time travelers. At not quite 5am I awoke thinking of another Christmas at another time, another place. Whether you gathered with others at a creche, or visited ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Anglican

A Vision Of The Church

Contributed by Brian Harrell on Jan 17, 2006

I grew up thinking that Jesus must be emabarassed with this thing called church. The hypocrisy and fakiness led me to want to see something different. This sermon is my personal understanding of what i wanted the church to be.

Loving the Church powerpoint available at coolguybri@verizon.net There is a word that brings a lot of emotion when used. To some people it is a bad word and thoughts associated with it are pain, politics, division, hurt and disappointment. That same word, to others brings to mind absolutely ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Church Of God

The Kingdom, Is It A Priority?

Contributed by Andrew Shields on Oct 13, 2013

Seeking after

Outline of Sermon: Introduction: Priorities, Worries, Kingdom of God, Focus Scripture Reading: Matthew 6:25-34 Focus on verse 33 Reference Missions Moment Reference Missions Anniversary Date Focus on verses 25-27 Spiritual Advice and Logic Focus on verses 28-31 Reference Children’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist