Sermons on Boss:

Idle Hands Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 5, 2006

11th & Final in the series "Left Behind: 1 & 2 Thessalonians." A theology of work.

2 Thessalonians 3:6-15 If you’re into bumper-sticker philosophy, you’ve probably seen the axiom, "I owe, I owe, so off to work I go." For a vast portion of the workforce, that’s the best reason they can muster for going to the job each day. According to one poll, only 43 percent of American office ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Handle Temptation Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 16, 2006

Like death and taxes, trials and temptations are a part of life. In this sermon learn that temptations are inevitable, giving into them is inescusable, their pattern is predictable, but the good news is they are conquerable!

Introduction: A. In the sermon today, we are returning to our sermon series on James called “A Faith That Works.” 1. In our last sermon we learned about turning our trials into triumphs. 2. We talked about the fact that life is difficult, but that in spite of our difficulties our toughest times ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Receive Gifts From Your Ascended Lord”

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on May 22, 2006

According to these verses from Ephesians 4:7-16 Jesus ascended into heaven to be better able to provide for his followers.

Where should a coach stand while his team is engaged in an athletic contest? The rules for various sports often dictate where a coach can stand during a game, meet, or match. But it makes sense that the coach should stand where he or she can see what’s going on and also be able to offer advice ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Cash In The Attic Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Feb 6, 2006

Worldly treasure is nothing but trash compared to the treasure of the eternal kingdom.

Stories Jesus Told: Cash in the Attic Matthew 13:44-46 Cash in the Attic. Have you seen it? It comes on HGTV, and the premise of the show is the producers go to a person’s house, clean out their basement or attic, or some other clutter from their home, and take it to auction in the hopes of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Methodist

Living For Maximum Gain

Contributed by Allen Hern on Sep 15, 2006

Western culture is obsessed with achieving maximum gain. The Bible shows the Christian the true way to achieve maximum gain

200642.ser “Living For Maximum Gain” CLBC September 10, 2006 a.m. Subject: Godliness Theme: The Supreme Value of Godliness Passage: 1 Timothy 6: 1 - 10 How are your investments doing? If you are fortunate enough to have some investments, it is likely that you also have a financial advisor ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Loose Lips Sink Ships

Contributed by Stan Simonik on Sep 16, 2006

Based on James 3: 3-12, this message looks at the sins of loose lips and the way of dealing with them through discipline and a change of attitude.

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, what does the phrase “Loose Lips Sink Ships” remind you of? For some of you it may be a war-time poster. This phrase originated during World War I in England. Enemy spies frequented local pubs listening on the seamen’s conversation, until after a few pints of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:3-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Path Of Blessing

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 3, 2006

Homecoming Sunday message that looks at the lessons Abraham learned about the blessing of God

Charles Schultz, in a peanuts comic strip showed a conversation between Lucy and Charlie Brown. Lucy said that life is like a deck chair. Some place it so they can see where they are going; some place it so they can see where they have been; and some place it so they can see where they are at ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:10

Denomination: Wesleyan

I Don't Belong

Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Oct 8, 2006

Christians don’t fit in the world because we are not like the world. Sermon explores our relationship with God, God’s expectations from us, and His promises to us.

I Don’t Belong Have you ever gone someplace where you just didn’t fit in? Do you ever remember being in a group and had the feeling that you didn’t belong? These feelings are prevalent when we move to a new city, or go away on vacation to a foreign country, or try to meet new people in ...read more

Denomination: Orthodox

Life Is All About Relationships Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Oct 9, 2006

This is a series based on Dr. Gary Smalley’s book, The DNA of Relationships. Dr. Smalley reveals in this first lesson that we are created for three relationships...with God, others, and ourselves.

LIFE IS ALL ABOUT RELATIONSHIPS (THE DNA OF RELATIONSHIPS PART 1) A. We are starting a new series of lessons today entitled: The DNA of Relationships based on the book written by the renowned Family and Relationships Expert, Dr. Gary Smalley. 1. Today’s lesson is: LIFE IS ALL ABOUT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Evangelism Reflects Communication In Our Walk With Christ Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 17, 2006

We are called to be "Fishers of Men" by Christ and we must share Christ with our life, our lips and our legacy...

Date Written: October 12, 2006 Date Preached: October 15, 2006 Church: OZHBC (AM) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series Title: Living A Life of Evangelism Sermon Title: Evangelism reflects Communication in our Christian Walk Sermon Text: Acts 5:19-21 INTRODUCTION: I once heard a story about a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

God's Letter Of Recommendation

Contributed by Mark Adams on Oct 21, 2006

This sermon relies heavily on a visual illustration. It is based on the passage in 2 Cor. 3 which says we are letters from God. It calls for serious dedication to living for Christ.

______________________________________________________ NOTE: This sermon relies heavily upon a visual illustration. It’s based on Paul’s statement that we are a ’letter from Christ’. Here is a description of the visual I made for this lesson: Before the sermon, I prepared a manilla envelope, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Church Anyone Can Come To

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 6, 2006

A sermon on how to be a church where anyone can come to. Points are based on the episode of the woman caught in adultery. (Title came from Barry McMurtrie; Outline came from Greg Nettle)

Sermon for 11/5/2006 John 8:1-11 A Church Anyone Can Come To Introduction: To paraphrase from his book Mere Christianity, C. S. Lewis says, If anyone thinks that Christians regard sexual sin as the supreme evil, he is quite wrong. The sins of the flesh are bad, but they are the least bad of all ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Legacy Of Good Leadership

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Aug 5, 2005

A sermon preached at the Farewell Service of my colleague, after a successful and fruitful ministry.

The Legacy of good leadership. Acts 20:17-21:1 Farewell sermon on Robin’s (Youth Pastor’s) leaving. WBC 7/8/5pm Before I flatter you, Robin… I think I ought to show the congregation your TRUE nature and what it is realy like to work with you: - how hard you have worked and what a ’sacrifice’ it ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lordship Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Sep 1, 2005

The basis of the disciple’s call to reach the unreached with the message of Jesus is ground in His authority.

Great Commission Series The Lordship of Jesus Matthew 28:18 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO That’s quite a statement. Think about it a minute. “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.” The statement leaves no room for debate. It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding Balance At The Speed Of Life Series

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Sep 19, 2005

First of a series of three on balance in the Christian life.

The Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 18, 2005 St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 “Finding Balance at the Speed of Life” Many of us have a vague “feeling” that things are moving faster. Doctors and executives alike complain that they ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran