Sermons on Bright Future:

"Be Responsible Not Irresponsible" 1 Cor Pt 8 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 16, 2008

Paul warns the mature Christians in Corinth not to be irresponsible but responsible for the growth and spiritual well being of the babes in Christ.

“Be responsible not irresponsible!” Have Dr. Joe share about his mission trip? Summarize last week’s message: Lessons on marriage and family – Paul tells the church to be responsible and do things God’s way! Today he tells them to be responsible also in their relationships with others in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Health Plan

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 6, 2008

God has a divine health plan that will bring healing and wholeness to every part of an individual’s life and it’s called the church, “The Body of Christ.” This health plan originated in the loving heart of my God and you’re God “Abba” Father. His assigne

“God’s Health Plan” Opening Thought: In modern medicine today we have heard of people choosing to be frozen in hope of one day being thawed out at some unknown future day when medicine has conquered disease and dying. The mindset here is people want to be resurrected so as to live forever in this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:53-56

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shake, Rattle, And Roll

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on Jun 2, 2008

Discovering the art of true worship despite difficult circumstances you may be encountering in your life. Find out how two buddies who love God deeply, literally brought the house down around them while finding their true worship to God.

I read a story this week of a little boy whose parents were avid sports fans. They didn’t miss a game. On the other hand, they went to church services only sporadically. In his mind the little boy was attempting to learn what was alike and what was different about the two meeting places which his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Waiting On God

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 11, 2004

An examination of the importance of and manner in which we are to wait on God in our lives.

The saying goes: “Timing is everything.” That is so true. You see this to be obvious in the trauma operating room. The surgeon knows that to operate too quickly - before the patient’s vital signs are stabilized - will probably kill them on the table. But, he knows that to wait too long will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Think Straight Be Straight Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 14, 2004

The church of Jesus Christ must make sure they are thinking straight and being straight in their lives.

1 Peter 1:1 – Think Straight Be Straight Thesis: The church of Jesus Christ must make sure they are thinking straight and being straight in their lives. Video Illustration: Movie Pay It Forward. Clip is from the beginning of the movie were a reporter becomes the recipient of a random act of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:11-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Declensions Of Christianity, An Argument Of Its Truth.. Luke Xviii.8 Series

Contributed by Fredric Lozo on Sep 28, 2004

This Sermon is #3 and #4 from the Rev. Andrew Lee’s SERMONS published in 1803 by Isaiah Thomas,Jr. at Lisbon, Connecticut. Transcribed by Fredric Lozo, September 2004.

INTRODUCTION: The entire book Andrew’s Lee’s Sermons is available free at Project Gutenberg as e-Text #15031. SERMON II. The Wisdom of God in the means used to propagating the Gospel. 1 Corinthians i, 27, 28. "But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Escape! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 20, 2004

Jesus is the one who helps us to experience The Great Escape from the prisoner of war camp that we all found ourselves locked in. This prisoner of war camp is filled with evil desires and corruption and it has claimed many people’s lives.

2 Peter 1 – “The Great Escape” Thesis: Jesus is the one who helps us to experience The Great Escape from the prisoner of war camp that we all found ourselves locked in. This prisoner of war camp is filled with evil desires and corruption and it has claimed many people’s lives. Video Illustration: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A New Way Of Thinking Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 15, 2004

In this first message I want to us all to begin thinking about money in a new way. (Money Matter pt 1)

A New Way Of Thinking Money Matters – part one Play Pink Floyd, “Money” with the word Money on the screen In regards to money, Pink Floyd said (31 years ago on the dark Side Of The Moon Album – who feels old… march 24, 1973) Money, get away. Get a good job with good pay and you’re okay. Money, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hannah: A Woman Of Faith

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 14, 2007

Women of faith 1)exhibit real problems 2)express vibrant prayers. 3)experience God’s provision 4) excel at keeping their promises, and 5)explode with praise

Debbie Trickett from Atlanta, Georgia, knows the heart-wrenching challenge of infertility. But Debbie also knows the heart-changing power of savoring God’s presence and goodness. (Taken from True Women by Susan Hunt, (c)1997. Crossway Books, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers, Wheaton, ...read more

Denomination: Other

Overwhelmed

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 19, 2005

Many today in our society are chasing after the wind and ending up overwhelmed and stressed in their lives. The result of this state is that many are robbed of their joy in life.

Overwhelmed! On the lighter side: FOR THOSE WHO TAKE LIFE TOO SERIOUSLY...... * Save the whales. Collect the whole set * A day without sunshine is like, night * On the other hand, you have different fingers. * I just got lost in thought. It was unfamiliar territory. * 42.7 percent of all ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:17-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"A Wise Heart" Ecc. Pt. 9 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 12, 2007

Solomon continues his explanation of the value of wisdom and he tells us: that a wise heart knows how to submit to authority, it knows that wickedness holds a death grip on people, and it accepts the fact that it does not have all the answers to life only

“A Wise Heart” Ecclesiastes Chapter 8 part 9 Today our subject is wisdom from the heart and here is a funny story on the subject of wisdom: Opening – On the lighter side of life: A story… It was autumn, and the Indians on the remote reservation asked their new Chief if the winter was going to be ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Christians Disagree

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Jul 5, 2007

Christians disagree about almost everything. And when we disagree, we usually start a new church.

When Christians Disagree Acts 15:36-41 Christians disagree about almost everything. And when we disagree, we usually start a new church. Which reminds me of a story I heard a few years ago. A Scottish Presbyterian is rescued after many years of living alone on a desert island. When he is picked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sold Into Slavery Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 5, 2009

Joseph is sold by those he thought cared about him.

Sold into slavery Genesis 37:12-36 I read an article the other day called 8 SIMPLE RULES FOR DATING MY DAUGHTER by Bruce Cameron and I’m thinking about going it to give all the guys Caitie brings around. Rule One: If you pull into my driveway and honk you’d better be delivering a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:12-36

Denomination: Baptist

"Getting Past The Crowd To Christ"

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Jul 7, 2013

This is a very well-known story, certainly to Christians, but I'm not sure that Christians really understand the full import to them of this story. We'll not just be touching unbelievers, but we will all be getting a touch, hopefully, from the Spirit of God from this account.

"Getting Past The Crowd To Christ" I want us to turn in the Scriptures for our reading just now to Mark's gospel chapter 2. As I have been announcing, I'm going to speak this morning, on the subject of 'Getting Past the Crowd to Christ'. This is a very well-known story, certainly to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Apostolic

Securing The Success Of Jesus’ Mission-6

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 30, 2013

6 of 6. Thru prayer, Jesus sought to secure the success of His mission. But How? 20 measures securing the success of Jesus’ mission. Securing the Success of Jesus’ mission involves...

SECURING The SUCCESS Of JESUS’ MISSION-VI—John 17:1-26 Attention: Likewise, Jesus set precedence regarding His overall mission. Securing the Success of His mission involves certain things. Need: Jesus’ prayer in the Upper Room reflected the means to securing the success of ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Baptist