Sermons on Called To Serve:

Hold On! Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 19, 2005

IF we are going to stay strong in our faith, there are some things we need to hold on to!

INTRODUCTION • Have you ever felt like you were just holding on for dear life with your faith? You feel like you have been struggling so much that you are just glad to make it through the day with your faith in tack? • SLIDE #2 You felt like you were dangling over a cliff • Last week we looked ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:24-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crisis Management

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 26, 2005

How to respond to crisis in one’s life biblically.

Crisis Management 2 Chr 20:1-22 1 After this, the Moabites and Ammonites with some of the Meunites came to make war on Jehoshaphat. 2 Some men came and told Jehoshaphat, "A vast army is coming against you from Edom, from the other side of the Sea. It is already in Hazazon Tamar" (that is, En ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

Humility, Pride, And Group Dynamics Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 6, 2005

Nothing exposes the selfishness in our hearts quite like living life with others.

Humility, Pride, and Group Dynamics (Philippians 2:1-4) 1. Human beings have a dignity unlike other created beings. 2. Yet, ironically, snobby members of the intelligencia constantly degrade human dignity: LONDON (AFP) - London Zoo unveiled a new exhibition -- eight humans prowling around ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Up Against The World Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 12, 2005

The cosmos opposes God and is condemned by God. This “world system” is society organized without God and against God. At best, He gets a back seat. The cosmos puts people at the center of all things instead of God. Belonging to Christ involves a radic

“Up Against The World” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “I have given them Your word, and the world hates them because they are not of the world any more than I am of the world. My prayer is not that You take them out of the world, but to protect them ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-16

Denomination: Congregational

How Do I Know The Bible Is True? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Sep 13, 2005

A message in the series answering a variety of spiritual questions.

Each year in the United States more than 50,000 books are published. It only takes a few moments of your time in Barnes and Noble to discover that there are books published on a variety of subjects, in fact just about every imaginable subject. There are many people who trust the Bible and say ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:19-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jake The Snake Wrestles God

Contributed by Mike Turner on Sep 18, 2005

A message about Jacob’s wrestling match with God

Jake The Snake Wrestles God Gen 32:21-32 I grew up watching Pro Wrestling. It was fake way back then, and it’s even more fake now. But I would have never told my daddy that. Me and Daddy used to have a ringside seat beside our black and white t.v. set on Sat’s at ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:21-32

Denomination: Baptist

If Only

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Sep 26, 2005

Some of the saddest words heard when at a visitation or funeral. We already have enough how can we get rid of ones we have or hold down the number in the future.

If only John 27-36 I have had a week filled with contemplation. I started thinking about the things I have wanted in Life. When I was a kid, I might say, If only I was older, I could watch Hogan’s Hero’s. It came on after 8PM. If only I had the right haircut or clothes, people would like me ...read more

Scripture: John 11:27-36

Denomination: Congregational

Physical Proof Of The Resurection Series

Contributed by David Fox on Nov 13, 2001

Physical proof that Jesus rose from the dead.

Physical Evidence of the Resurrection 1) It starts with faith. Tonight we will look at proof the resurrection of Jesus actually took place. *It is however important to remember that our starting place must be faith. “Without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:11-15, Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The "Image” Of God.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 14, 2001

Year C. Christ the King November 25, 2001 Colossians 1: 11-20 Title: “The “image” of God.”

Year C. Christ the King November 25,2001 Colossians 1: 11-20 Title: “The “image” of God.” After the customary thanksgiving to God following the letter’s opening remarks, Paul tells his readers that he constantly prays for them that God will give them knowledge of his will in verse nine, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:11-20

Denomination: Lutheran

"God's Role For His People.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 15, 2001

Year A. 1st Sunday of Advent December 2, 2001 Isaiah 2: 1-5 Title: “God’s role for His People.”

Year A. 1st Sunday of Advent December 2, 2001 Isaiah 2: 1-5 Title: “God’s role for His People.” The Book of Isaiah looks back on three centuries of Jewish history from about 750 to 435BC and portrays God’s interpretation, his view of that history. Three general periods- pre-exile chapters one to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Psalm 3 Series

Contributed by David Fox on Nov 19, 2001

Preaching through the Psalms.

Psalm 3 I.Review: 1) Psalm 1: i.Teaching Psalm that told us of the importance of the Law. ii.It introduced us to the reoccurring theme through out the scriptures of the two choices. The path of Godliness or the progression of Sin iii.It revealed to us that blessedness was the ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Can I Ever Thank You?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 20, 2001

Gratitude of the Believer demonstrated in Christian walk.

HOW CAN I EVER THANK YOU LORD? Colossians 2:6-7 Introduction: Andrae Crouch in his song My Tribute wrote, "How can I say thanks for the things You have done for me. Things so undeserved, yet You give to prove Your love for me. The voices of a million angels could not express my gratitude. All ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Risk On The Front Lines Series

Contributed by David Shipman on Nov 22, 2001

To posess the promises of God you will have to put complete confidence in God for deliverance not matter what enemy appears to be in front of you.

Breakthrough 4: Taking Risks on the Front Line 1. Confession of Faith 2. Review (build enthusiasm for each): A. Ownership -vs- Possession B. God loved you so much He sent Jesus so that you might have C. Turn to God and not away from God - we’ve all fallen short of the glory of ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:23-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Best Christmas Song Series

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Nov 28, 2001

This sermon takes a look at what a great Christmas song should contain

S120201 The best Christmas song --Romans survey What is the best Christmas song ever written? The Messiah by Handel,Joy to the world, Silent night, Away in a manger, Jingle bells . . . What is the Worst Song: For me it is anything sung by a chipmunk. How about, "Momma got runned over by a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Preparing Or Procrastinating?

Contributed by Don Schultz on Nov 29, 2001

Jesus tells us to be watchful, to be ready, for his second coming.

Matthew 24:37-44 Are You Preparing or Procrastinating? Our lives are filled with the unexpected. The events that took place in September were unexpected – very sad events. Our lives are filled with unexpected good things as well – maybe a surprise birthday party, or a surprise bonus from your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-44

Denomination: Lutheran