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True Satisfaction

Contributed by Jay Robison on Mar 11, 2008

True satisfaction in life comes as we become a thermostat not a thermometer, settle the money question, and recognize our character counts

I have used sermoncental as one of many resources in preparing this sermon. TRUE SATISFACTION March 9, 2008 Jay Davis Robison 1 TIMOTHY 6:6-12 A typical market in US in 1976 stocked 9,000 items; today that same market carries 30,000 different items. Why? Because have obsessive compulsion ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

All Have Sinned

Contributed by Glenn Hickey on Jan 25, 2008

the sin problem is a deadly virus, a universal illness, a malady with deadly consequences if not treated and dealt with.

Have you heard anything recently about the bird flu scare? Several years ago we were all scared to death of the Avian Flu. It was to be the greatest pandemic in the history of mankind. It was predicted that this virus would mutate and become communicable from human to human and would spread ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23

Denomination: Baptist

A Vessel For Noble Purposes

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 15, 2002

A message to encourage people to be usable vessels for the advancement of God’s Kingdom.

A Vessel for Noble Purposes 2 Timothy 2:14-26 (February 17, 2002) Introduction We are going to spend the next few weeks before Palm Sunday and Easter looking at the issue of holiness. We will look at a number of areas of holiness, such as our speech, our actions, and what have you. I think you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

Insights From Putting Up Hay Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 22, 2007

God calls each follower to an effective and specific ministry; the priesthood of the believer.

Insights from Putting Up Hay Mark 6:6-12, 30 Sermon #1 from the series “Life on the Farm” Sermon Objective: God calls each follower to ministry and personal sacrifice. Series Intro: We are beginning a sermon series today from Mark’s Gospel called “Life on the Farm.” It will focus on some of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:6-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Wish You Were Here

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 14, 2003

This is a sermon on perhaps the saddest passage recorded in the Bible

December 13, 2002 Introduction: A. Tonight’s topic: Wish You Were Here 1) We are going to focus our study on perhaps the saddest passage in the whole Bible. 2) Matthew 7:21-23, “Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Adventist

Jesus Sends The Twelve To The Lost Sheep Of Israel Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Feb 14, 2017

Disciples, Students, then training as apprentices. Then sent as evangelists

Introduction A. The interviewer examined the job application then turned to the prospective employee. "I see you have put ASAP down for the date you are available to start, meaning as soon as possible, of course. However, I see you've put AMAP down for required salary. I don't believe I've ever ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-15

Denomination: Baptist

When Less Is Best Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Apr 2, 2018

Simplicity is a spiritual discipline that is, too often, left unpracticed in our consumeristic western culture.

This morning we begin a four-week journey dealing with the stewardship of life. Over the next four weeks we’ll take a look at the futility that comes from longing for more in a culture of enough, then we’ll take a look at the power of debt to cause stress in our lives. In week three, we discover ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:4-6

Denomination: Methodist

The Lost Sheep Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 21, 2014

First in a series about the Parables of Jesus, this sermon three-point expository sermon focuses on the sheep that was lost, loved, and lauded.

PARABLES OF JESUS: THE LOST SHEEP Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/2/14 Among the many metaphors used throughout the Bible to describe God’s relationship with people, one of the most common is a Shepherd and his sheep. David first wrote “The Lord is my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:4-7

Denomination: Christian Church

What Kind Of Fruit Are You Bearing?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 11, 2014

What kind of fruit do you bear? How much fruit do you bear? You will reap the harvest that you sow... SOW WISELY...

WHAT KIND OF FRUIT ARE YOU BEARING By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com INTRODUCTION: My first two years of high school my Dad pastored a church in Jellico, Tennessee. I loved Jellico so much. The Garden Club was offering a $50 prize to the prettiest yard in Jellico. My Dad decided the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:44-47

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Love In Action

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Oct 16, 2011

How do we actually love each other? Scripture gives us a variety of guidelines and illustrations for doing so.

Love in Action-Caring for each other 10-16-11 Romans 12:9-16 9 Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. 10 Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11 Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12 Be joyful in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Kingdom Seeds Series

Contributed by Joel Preston on Apr 30, 2012

Most Biblical scholars regard the “kingdom of God” as the central theme of Jesus’ message.

The Gospel of Mark #11 – “Kingdom Seeds” Mark 4:21-34 Intro – 1. ILL – In an earlier century, a large boulder laid in the middle of the roadway. Traveler after traveler walked past the boulder, veering off the side of the road to get around it. All the while, they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-34

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Preparing For The End Times

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 15, 2019

We should all be living as if Christ was coming back today.

Preparing for the end Times 1 Thessalonians 4:16-5:15 Introduction- We have been looking at the work of Christ in our lives. We know that He desires everyday to be a part of our lives and make us more like Himself. We are not perfect and He is not done with any of us. Each day, we should have ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Not Enough Profit?

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 12, 2013

To show that we profit only if everything about GOD and for GOD we see profitable.

I. EXORDIUM: Why not? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we profit only if everything about GOD and for GOD we see profitable. IV. TEXT: Haggai 1:9 (Amplified Bible) You looked for much [harvest], and behold, it came to little; and even when you brought that ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Behave Like A Christian

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 15, 2022

Christians not only need to “look good,” we need to “be good.” We need to behave like a Christian in a world that is looking for authentic faith.

Alba 5-15-2022 BEHAVE LIKE A CHRISTIAN Romans 12:9-21 A lady was soaking up the sun’s rays on a Florida beach when a little boy in his swimming trunks, carrying a towel, came up to her and asked her, “Do you believe in God?” She was surprised by the question but replied, “Why, yes, I do.” Then ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stop And Smell The Roses

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 12, 2025

Matthew 6

STOP AND SMELL THE ROSES (MATTHEW 6:25-34) While cruising at 40,000 feet, the airplane shuddered and Mr. Benson looked out the window. “Good lord!” he screamed, “one of the engines just blew up!” Other passengers left their seats and came running over; suddenly the aircraft was rocked by a second ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible