Sermons on Building Teams:

Wise Advice Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 30, 2008

Jethro’s advise wasn’t just good for Moses in his day, it’s also good for Christians today. What lesson can we learn from this ancient man of God.

OPEN: Back in the 90’s there was a president of was a president of Harvard University named Neil Rudenstine. Now, one of the major roles of college president is to raise money for the institution so they can pay the salaries and other financial responsibilities of the organization. And Neil ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:1-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Treasure And Your Heart Series

Contributed by Justin Miller on Aug 31, 2011

1. Today we’re in Matthew 6:19-24 where Jesus talks about our priorities.

1. Today we’re in Matthew 6:19-24 where Jesus talks about our priorities. Specifically in regards to money. It’s always funny to me when people say churches shouldn’t talk about money. Have you heard that rule? I realize some churches abuse this teaching to take advantage of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hark The Herald-Angels Sing Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Dec 30, 2010

God promises and provides great encouragements to keep hope in times of trouble.

Scripture Introduction Charles Wesley’s hymn, Hark! The Herald-Angels Sing is a favorite Christmas song, though it required some tinkering to get there. Over Wesley’s objections, his friend, George Whitefield, changed some of the words, most noticeably the first line, which Wesley wrote as, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith That Functions At A Walk

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Jan 3, 2011

When we operate out of God's strength, we have a limitless supply of energy and strength for the journey of life.

Today, let's think about faith that functions at a walk. The Scripture is Isaiah 40, beginning in verse 28: READ Isaiah 40 is one of the most fantastic chapters in God's Word. Read Isaiah 40 every day for thirty days, and it will change your life. Isaiah has almost been singing what it means in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

From Insulation To Intimacy Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011

This message talks about the call of God in your life to an intimate relationship with Him. The fact is that most Christians never get to that point in their relationships, let alone with God. We insulate ourselves, fearful of becoming too vulnerable and

From Insulation to Intimacy Genesis 12: 1-9 David Needham in his book, “Close to His” tells the story of a missionary in China who found it necessary to be gone from his family for an extended period of time. Aware that his leaving would not be understood by his youngest daughter, he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Treasuring God's Holiness Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 7, 2012

Some things are so surprising they simply shock us. The early church has many such surprises and shocks, one of the biggest of which concerned the generosity of two of her members.

“Treasuring God’s Holiness” Acts 5:1-11 Some things are so surprising they just simply shock us. The team with the huge lead falls apart in the closing moments and loses. The golfer with only an easy, short birdie putt between himself and the championship, winds up with a double ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Part Five - Choosing Worship Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 3, 2009

What it means to be a church member

Some people go through life like Calvin, the obnoxious little seven-year-old in the comic strip, Calvin and Hobbes. Now, Calvin has a sense of humor, but it’s all cynical and gruesome. There is no joy connected with the humor. It’s somewhat like the faces of those who claim to be followers of ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Nobody Wins Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 27, 2010

Exposition of 1 Cor 6:1-8 regarding the brethren who are suing one another, and the kingdom perspective needed to remedy the situation

Text: 1 Cor 6:1-8, Title: Stupid Losers, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/26/10, AM A. Opening illustration: fictitious marital spat: he just made the comment that she should be more careful when she uses the lawnmower, and she reacts and says that he is never careful with anything except what is important to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Disqualified! Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Nov 14, 2008

Don’t let a desire for instant gratification disqualify you from God’s best.

I think the five most nauseating words a person can hear are, “I’m sorry, you’ve been disqualified.” Disqualification means that no matter how hard you try or how well you’ve done, you will not reach your goal. There’s something that you can never have because you’ve been disqualified. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Game Of Exclusion

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 20, 2007

How Christians excludes others in our daily practices.

The Game of Exclusion Scripture: Mark 9:38-40; Gal. 2:11-14 In Matthew the 26th and 27th chapters we see for the first time that Jesus was alone. When Jesus was arrested in the Garden of Gethsemane, all of His disciples deserted Him. This was the first time that He was alone, physically, since ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Introduction To Celtic Spirituality Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 6, 2008

A new course at God at the Pub. This talk introduces my journey and Saint Patrick

Earthed Spirituality - Introduction My connection with Celtic Spirituality Early on – John Michael Talbot – God of Life Clannad – intro shots to U2’s “Live at Red Rocks” Video Love of things Irish & Celtic – bands: U2, Big Country, The Alarm (Welsh), The Proclaimers (Scot) The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1

Denomination: *other

What Of Pastors And Elders Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 13, 2009

Should we even have pastors and elders? Don’t we all walk in relationship with God and if so why would we need spiritual leadership?

Dakota Community Church July 12, 2009 The Field & the Force 4 What of Pastors and Elders? So far we have looked at: 1. When the Church is the field When the church is the field it is seen as the place people come to do the work of God. 2. When the Church is the (labor) force When the church ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-5

Denomination: Mennonite

The Holy Spirit: The Answer For Our Confusion Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 23, 2014

Wisdom, Help, Peace, Prayer

Romans 8:26-27 July 24, 2022 Introduction: Have you ever heard this quote...”If you want to make God laugh...tell Him your plans!” I think that’s what James meant when he said, “Now listen you who say we’ll go here and we’ll do that...we’ll carry on business and make money. Why you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Necessities

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Mar 11, 2015

Refocusing our congregation on the basics, this message point us to some fundamental necessities for the Christian life and living.

Necessities Jerry Watts Matthew 9:9-13 • In this story of “Matthew’s call” from Jesus to become a follower and disciple, I believe we can lift out many truths. We can lift out things like “The reality of Jesus’ call” or “Responding to the Call of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Part 2: Having Hope Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 15, 2016

Instead of collapsing in terror of our circumstances, like Daniel, Christ’s ambassadors need to stand firm on the cross and empty tomb as being evidence that not even the gates of hell can stop God and His plans!

THRIVING IN BABYLON Part 2: HAVING HOPE Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Source: “Thriving in Babylon: Why Hope, Humility, and Wisdom Matter in a godless Culture” by Larry Osborne While we usually think of the lion’s den or prophecy when we hear ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8

Denomination: Baptist