Sermons on branches from trees:

Living On The Edge

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

We must stay as close as possible to the presence of God.

“Living On The Edge” TEXT: John 5:1-11 I. At Certain Seasons There are two Greek words for time. “Chronos” from which we get chronological. It equals calendar time or quantity of time. In this passage however, the second word is used. “Kairos”. It deals with quality of time. Actual ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Life On Mars

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

Intellect or

“There’s No Life On Mars” I. Introduction The idea that life can or even does exist on Mars has a long history. In 1877 the Italian astronomer Giovanni Schiaparelli claimed to have seen a planet wide system of channels. A fascination with this planet began and scientists from around the world ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Right Approach For The Approaching Storm Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 6, 2009

How to prepare for the storms that are on the horizon.

SAILING THROUGH THE STORMS Part 1 The Right Approach for the Approaching Storm March 15, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee Introduction During the recent snow storm we had where the snow melted and then would refreeze overnight a man was relating how he used his seven-year-old son’s baseball bat to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:32

Denomination: Wesleyan

Elders, Deacons, And The Congregation Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 28, 2009

This sermon briefly examines the qualifications and duties of elders and deacons serving the congregation.

Scripture It is our great joy today to ordain and install one man, who has been duly elected by the members of this congregation, into the office of Deacon. The church is a living community of people redeemed by Jesus Christ. No one is more visible to the watching world than those who are in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Yes, God Is Working Even In That” - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jan 29, 2009

Romans 8:28 is meant to be a comfort and encouragement to us.

1. Romans 8:28 is meant to be a comfort & encouragement to us. • It’s like a soft pillow to rest a weary head. • Yes, God is at work in this. Yes, God is using this somehow. • Yes, God cares about me. Yes, God hasn’t forgotten me. BUT… I know that it’s not always that comforting to hear this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon Series: Creating A Shared Vision: "Living As A Christ-Centered Comm. Series

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 7, 2009

Sermon # 2 on creating a shared vision.

Sermon Series: Creating A Shared Vision “Living as a Christ-Centered Community” Matthew 5:14-16 By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace UMC, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org Last Sunday we began talking about creating a shared Vision Statement for Grace United Methodist Church. We learned, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Divorce Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008

Part 20:The Great Commission - Divorce, and all that accompanies it.

The Great Commission Part 19 – Offences Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org | www.TruthDigest.org ANNOUNCEMENTS Happy Birthday to Roberta Miller 6:00PM Evening Service at the church – “Seminary Students will be preaching” May 25th – Walker Spriggs June 1th – Deacon Kurt ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-12

Denomination: Bible Church

Flying United Series

Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 1, 2008

I think we all realize that we are “supposed” to love another, and that we “should” be united, but what we are “supposed” to do or “should” do are not the same things as what we actually do.

Introduction: Today we are beginning a series of messages on the importance of love and unity in the Church. The catch phrase which we put out on the marquee this week is: We Fly United and We Love It! We are going to use similar themes each week to challenge us as a church to examine our ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14, Colossians 3:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Home And Work

Contributed by Don Baggett on Sep 5, 2008

According to Colossians, the result of being in Christ, and having Christ in you, is not only a tremendous difference in your mind and heart, but also home and work.

If somebody runs up to you on the street this next week and asks, “What’s the main thought in the book of Colossians,” I hope you will quickly tell them, “That in all things, He might have the preeminence!” In chapter one, we see that the way to be fully pleasing to the Lord is to make sure He has ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on Mar 6, 2008

An understanding of grace

INTRO: We learned today God expects us to be holy [Be ye hold because I am holy]. -Holy means to be set apart, a cut above. God wants us to think and act on his level. 1.God is not a cruel God. He is not going to expect us to do something we can’t do. 2.God, when we accept Jesus in our heart, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Hopeful Future

Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 21, 2008

Baccalaureat sermon, but focus works with all members seeking the will of God.

A Hopeful Future Jeremiah 29:10-14 Imagine that you watch as two sailboats are approaching one another on Lake Ponchatrain. They are moving steadily and speedily in opposite directions--yet driven by the same wind. You see, a boat’s direction is determined not by the wind, but by the set of the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Look To The Nations

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Nov 8, 2009

We focus on getting people saved, jesus is concerned about the salvation of the nations. God has a high calling for His people.

Introduction As Christians- often focused on getting people saved while Jesus is looking for- salvation of the nations. Mtt 28:18-19 Jesus is saying- all authority- all right, power, has been given to me- THEREFORE I am sending you in my power, wisdom, strength, to make disciples of all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Charismatic

Always Thank God For The Gospel's Growing Season

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 13, 2009

Pentecost 8(C) - Believers always thank God for the Gospel’s growing season. God’s gospel takes root in our hearts. God’s gospel bears fruit in our lives.

ALWAYS THANK GOD FOR THE GOSPEL’S GROWING SEASON (Outline) July 26, 2009 -- PENTECOST 8 -- Colossians 1:1-14 INTRO: Scripture often uses extreme adjectives. The Lord requests believers to live the Christian life “always”, “continually”, “without ceasing”. These are only a few of the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Dreamers

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Nov 29, 2009

There are two kinds of Dreamers in the world. Those who "Dream" & those who "DREAM!" Those who Dream & only Dream & those who "DREAM!" and Do!

“DREAMERS” INTRODUCTION: If I were to ask you this morning, if you want to live an exciting lifestyle you would say yes. All of you would say “YES!” You know, the kind of lifestyle that we see in the movies, on television, traveling in private jets, jetting all over the world, eating the best ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Cup Full Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Dec 17, 2009

Did you ever eat your Thanksgiving meal alone? Since the first American Thanksgiving, this has been a SHARED meal. Like Communion...

Cup Full of Thanksgiving I Corinthians 10:16, 17 Have you ever eaten your Thanksgiving meal alone? Mary Pierce shared this insight in Focus on the Family Magazine: The locusts — as my husband affectionately calls our extended family — were on their way to our house for Thanksgiving. We host ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17

Denomination: Church Of God