Sermons on Bridging Generations:

Making Mummies Dance

Contributed by Doane Brubaker on Jan 29, 2008

We preserve in the museum of our memories some mummies - parts of us that once lived but have died. Can they live again?

“Making Mummies Dance” “Making the Mummies Dance” is the title of Dr. Thomas Hoving’s memoir. In 1966 he became the Commissioner of Parks in New York City under Mayor John V. Lindsay. Hoving had earned a Ph.D. in art history from Princeton and had previously worked at the prestigious ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:4-14

Denomination: Mennonite

Only The Strong Survive

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

SAMSON - even with these great displays of strength and awesome accomplishments, he DID NOT live up to the potential God placed in His life! Let’s look at Smson’s strengths and weakness and learn how “Only the Strong Survive.”

Only The Strong Survive! Text: Judges 13-16 Video: Power Team Introduction: Tonight we are going to look at the life of Samson - the strongest man ever! He killed a lion with his bear hands. He picked up the gates of the city Gaza, put them on his shoulders and carried them up to the top of ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Complain

Contributed by Rick Balmer on Jan 29, 2008

We need to remember that God has things under control. All we need to do is put our focus on him.

Numbers 11:1-15 (KJV) 1 And when the people complained, it displeased the LORD: and the LORD heard it; and his anger was kindled; and the fire of the LORD burnt among them, and consumed them that were in the uttermost parts of the camp. 2 And the people cried unto Moses; and when Moses prayed unto ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Know Your Deeds

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Are you spiritually dead or alive? Your "deeds" answer for themselves.

Revelation 3:1b-3 “I know your deeds, you have a reputation of being alive, but you are dead. Wake up! Strengthen what remains and is about to die, for I have not found your deeds complete in the sight of my God. Remember, therefore, what you have received and heard; obey it, and repent. But ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fighting The Wrong Fights Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jan 30, 2008

The pitfalls of fussing and fighting in the Family of God

World War II had ended. On September 2, 1945 General Douglas MacArthur spoke to the world from the Battleship Missouri anchored in Tokyo Bay, “Today the guns are silent...the skies no longer rain death...the seas bear only commerce...men everywhere walk upright in the sunlight. The entire world is ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

The Power Of Promise

Contributed by Rex E. Faile on Feb 1, 2008

Trust God! He’s worked in creation and is now working in us! His Word is HIS PROMISE! Follow Him and He will reward us with a meaningful life and eternal reward.

The Power of God’s Promise (Hebrews Chapter 11) Lakewood Christian Church Pastor Rex E. Faile, Sr. Introduction: In tonight’s lesson we wish to discuss the power of God’s Word in our lives. God’s Word is the foundation on which all things are created, sustained, and increased. If we conclude that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-6

Denomination: *other

Count It All Joy

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Feb 2, 2008

The Call Of James Is That We Count The Trials Of Life As "All Joy". In This Sermon We Will Look At What This Means...

“Count It All Joy” James 1:2-8 02/03/2008 INTRODUCTION: May the words of my lips and the meditation of my heart be always acceptable in thy sight, giving praise, glory and honor to Your name our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen! • Are you going through a trial today? Are you struggling through ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Orthodox

In Defense Of The Gospel

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 2, 2008

Paul appeals to the Jews regarding the faith.

I. PRAYER II. Introduction a. A recent study revealed that non-Christians have a very tough time understanding what Christians mean when some they use some of the phrases that the church often takes for granted. 63% of non-Christians don’t know what Christians mean when they talk about the Gospel. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Virtuous Kingdom: Faith Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Feb 4, 2008

Faith is only as good as what you place your faith in; Jesus says “Have faith in GOD”

The Virtuous Kingdom: Evidence of the Reign of God in the Human Heart The Virtue of Faith Mark 11:20-24 Sermon concept: Faith is only as good as what you place your faith in; Jesus says “Have faith in GOD!” Supporting Scripture: Psalm 20:7; Proverbs 3:5-6; Hebrews 11:1-6 Series Intro: We are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:20-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Hearing From Heaven

Contributed by Alton Coleman on Feb 4, 2008

Oftentimes, we get so busy listening to the cries of our everyday duties and the “hustle and bustle” of life, that, if we are not careful, we will miss hearing the most important voice of all. That of our Lord!!

Hearing From Heaven Scripture Reading: I Samuel 3:1-10 Scripture Text: Rev. 2:7 He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; Rev. 2:7 [NJB] Let anyone who can hear, listen to what the Spirit is saying to the churches: Introduction: A nurse on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

What Will It Take?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 4, 2008

Looking at the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness, we can ask ourselves, "what will it take to lead me into temptation?"

What Will It Take? – Mt 4: 1 - 11 Intro: Drew Anderson from Tucson, Arizona wrote of his experience in Readers’ Digest. He was shopping in the mall with his wife when a shapely young woman in a short, form fitting dress walked by. He said as she walked by his eyes followed her. Without looking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Grass Is Always Greener (On The Other Side Of The Sea)

Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Feb 4, 2008

God rescued the Israelites through a series of miracles- but when the going got tough, the Israelites always wanted to return to Egypt.  When our going gets tough, do we trust God to provide or do we long for the "good ol’ days" of Egypt?

The Grass is Always Greener (On the Other Side of the Sea) Exodus 15:22-16:9; 16:35; 17:1-7 I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but some people are just never happy! No matter what you do – it’s just not right. These people can always find something to complain about! When I waited tables, I was ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Tithing

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Feb 4, 2008

This sermon examines the Biblical basis for giving.

Title: Is tithing worth the effort? Text: Genesis 14:17-20 Date: 1/13/08 Location: Sulphur Spring Baptist Church illustration: The pastor of a church that didn’t have the reputation for being very generous with their giving decided that it was time to do something drastic in order to teach the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Good News Bad News

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Feb 4, 2008

This sermon deals with giving the tithe to the Lord.

Title: Good News, Bad News Text: Malachi 3:8-10, Date: 1/06/08 Location: Sulphur Spring Baptist Church Introduction: Well, I’ve got some good news and some bad news for you this morning. The bad news is that we still don’t have heat over in the fellowship Hall so we won’t be able to have ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Ready For Change Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 4, 2008

Be ready for the change God desires to bring.

READY FOR CHANGE Exodus 1.1-22 S: Change Th: Movin’ On Up! Pr: BE READY FOR THE CHANGE GOD DESIRES TO BRING. Type: Inductive I. THE PAST II. THE SMALL PICTURE III. THE BIG PICTURE IV. FAITH AND FAITHFULNESS PA: How is the change to be observed? • Understand that the blessings of the past don’t ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist