Sermons on Building Stone:

Externally Focused: Unleashing The Church Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 29, 2007

We need to move our focus out of the walls of the church building and onto others. If we do that then the church can be unleashed to do what the church was called to do.

Externally Focused: Unleashing the Church Introduction: I believe God wants us as the Church to impact the world in which we live in. I believe that God wants all people to come to a saving knowledge of Him. I believe He has commissioned us with the responsibility to carry that message into the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Exiled For Good Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jun 12, 2006

First in a series on Joseph’s life and character. This one deals with his family background and how God removed him to build him into a man He could use.

Trinity Baptist Church June 11, 2006 Character on Display Exiled for Good Genesis 37 People have said that character can be measured by how you act when no one’s watching -- and how you treat people who can do you no good -- and how you treat people who can’t fight back. We want to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

This Is A Test.... Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jun 19, 2006

Second in a series on the life of Joseph; emphasis here is that God uses circumstances to build and test our character. The character trait of Faithfulness is observable in Joseph’s experience here.

Trinity Baptist Church June 18, 2006 Character on Display: This is a test... Genesis 39:1-23 This US media reported to us this week that our government doled out as much as 1.4 billion dollars in bogus assistance to “victims” of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. FEMA was hoodwinked into ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Be A Student Of The Word Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 10, 2007

Becoming a student of the word is sure to increase our faith and build a stronger relationship with God...if only we would move off of milk and onto the solid food!

I Will Be…A Diligent Student of the Word Introduction: We in all aspects of our Christian walk need to strive to do more at all times for the Lord and for the up building of His Kingdom. If you are like me, then there are some areas in life where we can improve and do better, there are some ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are You Doing Here?

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Aug 4, 2007

Sermon on each persons SHAPE (Spiritual gifts, Heart, Abilities, Personality, and Experiences) and how God has made each of us to have a place in Kingdom building with Him.

“What Are YOU Here for?” August 5, 2007 I am still stoked over the great day I had Friday. I was invited to be involved in a multi-agency drug task force raid as their chaplain. The leader of the task force was Jeff, my neighbor. I’ve known Jeff since he was almost a rookie. Way back in the ...read more

Scripture: Job 10:8

Denomination: Holiness

He's Not Heavy, He's My Brother Series

Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Aug 20, 2007

Sermon # 20 in Galatains Series. Builds on previous text from sermon 19, the battle within Spirit versus Flesh, this is practical example of living "in step" with the Spirit.

Gal 6: 1-2 INTRODUCTION PATRICK HENRY HUGHES (EXAMPLE OF BURDENS SHARED) BLIND, CRIPPLED DADS RESPONSE PATRICKS GROWTH/TALENT DADS COMMITTMENT/SACR. EACH FOCUSED ON THE OTHER GAL 6:1-2 CONT. OF LIVING IN SPIRIT PRACTICAL SITUATION I. CAUGHT IN SIN A. THE SLIP BY BELIEVER OVERTAKEN, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Effective And Fervent Prayer

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 27, 2006

No matter how difficult our circumstances may be… it is in this process of prayer and faith that will build us stronger and, in the end, make our lives more blessed and enjoyable.

EFFECTIVE AND FERVENT PRAYER Adapted from - LET THESE BE OUR PRAYERS Sermon Central – 09.17.06 2Thessalonians 1:11-12 San Raphael, Prieto Diaz Sorsogon <Power Point available upon request.> INTRODUCTION My wife and I were married in 1971 and there was a popular country song entitled “I never ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Saved By Love, Mercy, And Grace Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 1, 2010

In these statements, Paul gave to Timothy, Titus, and us principles which are true and dependable, truths upon which we can build our faith and our lives in Christ.

Saved By Love, Mercy, and Grace A trustworthy statement Text: Titus 3:3-8 Introduction This morning is the first of a few lessons drawn from the letters of Paul that we often refer to as the “Pastoral Epistles”, those letters written to Timothy and Titus. These letters have a different flavor than ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Coming Of The Conquering Commander Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 25, 2009

All of human history has been building up to this one dramatic event. Now, it is finally here! The King of all the universe comes back to claim His creation.

Revelation 19:11-16 Purpose: To describe how Jesus appears when He returns to retake the earth. Aim: I want the listener to grow in holy awe of the glory of Jesus Christ. INTRODUCTION: In the first chapter of this book John told us that one day Jesus was going to come to earth: Revelation 1:7 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sing With The Mind Also

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 26, 2009

Cantate Sunday, 1986: Music has power to involve every facet of our beings in worship, it helps build the body of Christ, and it can offer a credible witness to the world.

It was offertory time in the morning worship, and everyone had settled down quietly – settling down, I suspect, for a little nap to get themselves ready for the big nap they would take during the sermon! And, as was customary, the organist began the slow and solemn strains of an offertory: music to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

Somebody Stop The World. I Want To Get Off! Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 16, 2011

An effort to helpl my audience have a greater peace concerning family stress and crises and to begin building real spiritual resources that will help them cope with them in their home

Matthew 6:6-34; There’s a lot of stress going on out there, and a lot of that stress has been associated with the workplace. Maybe you’ve seen some of the signs of it; like this one of a zebra who says, “I think it’s stress.” Or, maybe you’ve seen this stress ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hedges

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 8, 2009

What are your hedges made of and where did they come from and why? Do you have any? Did God tear yours down or build one for you?

You have often heard I and others pray a hedge of protection or thorns about folks but you may not have known where we get the idea from even though you might like it. One lady told me she loved it when I prayed that because it gave her great comfort. Hedges can be a great comfort depending on ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Come And See What God Can Do

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Jan 18, 2014

Come and see. It's a powerful invitation that will change lives and build churches. Jesus is the answer and there are so many people who we know who need to come and see.

Have you heard the song, "Come and See?" It's a good song... that taps into the theme of my message today, and it begins like this: To all who are tortured and ravished by sin; the frail and the wounded about to give in; there's news of release and captivity's end; we've been set free... come and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:36-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Grace, Glory And Guts Part I

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 26, 2013

We can be happy (joyful) because our hope comes through peace with God... and that’s a good thing because life is full of character building adversity.

Title: Grace, Glory and Guts Part I Text: Romans 5:1-5 Thesis: We can be happy because our hope comes through peace with God and that’s good because life is full of character building adversity. Introduction There is a story about a farmer whose donkey fell into an old dry well. The donkey ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Outfitting For Ministry Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017

The way of Jesus is the way of humble service to Him, His church, and others. God has given you gifts to build up the Body of Christ; to beautify the Bride of Christ.

July 16 Outfitting for Ministry The way of Jesus is the way of humble service to Him, His church, and others. God has given you gifts to build up the Body of Christ; to beautify the Bride of Christ. Four important truths from this verse: 1. These gifts are from the Spirit “A ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Baptist