Sermons on Brokeness:

No More Excuses: State Of The Church Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010

This is a "State of the Church" address encouraging listeners to attend church often and be a "culture carrier."

INTRO: * 2007 has been an event-filled year * Technology continues to improve -- with the iphone * Home foreclosures are at an all time high * Global warming has gotten more attention o As Al Gore got his place in the spotlight again * Problems in the middle east continue to cause stress & ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dare To Believe: Longing For The Calm Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Feb 6, 2010

Do you wondering when the boat will stop rocking or if you’ll be swamped and drown if things continue the way they are? There is calm...

-Ferry crossing from Sydney NS to Port aux Basques, NL. Five hours often on rough seas. My experience one night of being on deck; longed for calm sea, better yet calm spirit so I could sleep. Through a hole in the clouds I saw the North Star. Fixed my eyes on the star. In the storm I found ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Church In Jerusalem

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Feb 6, 2010

That church was the hottest church in the New Testament...or since. They were the poorest church (Paul took offerings from other churches to support them) and yet they won more souls and offered the greatest threat to Satan. They suffered more and yet had

Acts 6:7 THE CHURCH IN JERUSALEM 7So the word of God spread. The number of disciples in Jerusalem increased rapidly, and a large number of priests became obedient to the faith. The verse we have just read is an excellent description of the church in Jerusalem. That church was the hottest church ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ingredients Of A Healthy Church

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

The final miracle of the Holy Spirit on that day of Pentecost was the birth of the church. You may wonder why I call that a miracle. It is because I know human nature. Next to the transformation of persons, the second greatest miracle is oneness or un

INGREDIENTS OF A HEALTHY CHURCH ACTS 2:42-47 The final miracle of the Holy Spirit on that day of Pentecost was the birth of the church. You may wonder why I call that a miracle. It is because I know human nature. Next to the transformation of persons, the second greatest miracle is oneness or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Expect Peace Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 27, 2010

Those who believe can expect peace. Expect peace because of what Jesus has provided. Expect peace in spite of circumstances. Expect His peace instead of the false, tenuous version offered by the world.

Expect Peace Faith Expectations Part 3 05/11/08 PM Reading/Text: John 14:22-27 [This lesson and this series are drawn from the writings of Tom Allen in his book “What to expect now that you believe.”] Faith Expectations This lesson is another in the series titled Faith Expectations. I know it is ...read more

Scripture: John 14:22-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Big Is Your God

Contributed by Kevin Jones on Mar 3, 2010

Having a close relationship with God

How Big is God to You? This morning I want to speak to you in a continuation of the series we just completed. A message that will help you as you put to practice the steps we have talked about the past 5 weeks about making Godly decisions and seeing 2010 become the best year of your life. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Danger Of Living With Low Expectations

Contributed by Curtis Donald, Sr. on May 21, 2009

With faith in God, all things are possible.

The Tragedy of Living with Low Expectations Acts 3:1-9 Introduction I am constantly surprised and bewildered and honestly sometimes even disgusted at how persons who claim to love God and claim to have accepted Jesus Christ as their personal savior and even testify of the moving of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Thank God For His Rules!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 22, 2009

God’s laws are a blessings not a burden.

Today is officially the first day of summer. What do you like best about summer? As a kid what I loved was going to the pool on a hot humid day. I’ll bet there are a lot of children here who enjoy swimming. If so, what do you like best about the pool? Do you like jumping off the diving board or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:23-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Daniel: Always Trust God, No Matter What!

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 25, 2009

This children’s sermon on Daniel in the Lions den, was written for an elementary age audience at church camp.

Daniel: Always trust God --- No matter what! Daniel 6:1-28 Today I’m going to talk to you about a man in the Bible named Daniel. Have you heard of him? What do you know about Daniel? If Daniel could be here right now, I know what he would say to you. He would say this: Always trust God – no ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of A Changed Life Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 31, 2009

This message shows the powerful witness of Peter and John and the lame man who was healed at the temple gate. I am making 3 points in this message: (1) No matter what people do to you, they cannot stop your witness. (2) No matter how many people rej

“The Power of a Changed Life” Acts 4:1-12 In many advertisements in magazines especially if you’re reading a magazine on physical fitness, you will see what is refereed to as a before and after picture. Sometimes it will be a picture of someone who may have been overweight and lost a lot of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Ready To See Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 31, 2009

Simeon and Anna are people who call us to live lives focussed upon God from beginning to end.

By Rev Bill Stewart Who are your role models in the Christian faith? Just before Christmas I received this card from old friends. I have known Kevin and Audrey for almost twenty years now. They were a great support and encouragement to me when I was at theological college and have continued to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Anglican

On The Move

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Sep 4, 2009

Allowing Christ to tearing down he walls between church and unchurched.

On the move Folks we “royal we” have since Easter been hearing about the importance of vision. A vision that is based on scripture and ultimately looks outside the walls of the physical church. Most recently we have been considering who is our neighbor..or more precisely how to be a neighbor to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:14-22

Denomination: Congregational

"Hilarious Giving"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 17, 2009

A sermon on stewardship.

2 Corinthians 9:6-15 “Hilarious Giving” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN “God loves a cheerful giver,” writes Paul to the Church in Corinth. What a concept… …That giving will make us happy! But it’s the truth! Anyone who’s ever dug down ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: United Methodist

Holy Is His Name (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Mark Lewis on Sep 20, 2009

Part 3 in a series on the Lord’s Prayer

HOLY IS HIS NAME (PART 1) LUKE 11:1-4 INTRO. – At the beginning Jesus gives a warning against self-seeking prayer. God is to have priority in every aspect of our lives, and certainly in our times of deepest communion with Him. Praying is not to be a casual routine that gives passing homage to God, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Call 2 Fall

Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 25, 2009

Today we are joining with thousands of other churches across the country to pray for revival to breakout in our Nation and the only way that is possible is for us to humble ourselves before Almighty God, repent of our sins, and recommit ourselves to live

Call 2 Fall Introduction: Today we are joining with thousands of other churches across the country to pray for revival to breakout in our Nation. The only way that is possible is for us to humble ourselves before Almighty God, repent of our sins, and recommit ourselves to live for His Son Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-15

Denomination: Baptist