Sermons on Cedar Point:

Despising The Old Rugged Cross

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Feb 2, 2013

Despising The Old Rugged Cross

In one classic science fiction plot, antagonists attempt to gain control of the future by attempting to alter the past. Though it might not be as exciting as a Dalorian speeding at 88 miles per hour, maniacal forces in our own reality are attempting to accomplish nearly the same thing by ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:5-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Did Jesus Mean By "Whoever Loses His Life For Me Will Find It" Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 19, 2013

A look at Jesus' difficult (and frequently ignored) teaching that "whoever lose his life for me will find it." What does that mean? What does it look like to live that out?

WHAT DOES "LOSE YOUR LIFE TO FIND IT" MEAN ANYWAY? It means to pursue Jesus’ path even at the expense of my desires. - Matthew 10:39; Matthew 16:25; Mark 8:35; Luke 9:24; Luke 17:33; John 12:25. - This is a foreign concept to many Christians. In the American church we largely ignore this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Rich Man And Lazarus

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 4, 2013

A deep exploration into Luke 16:14-30 with emphases on understanding the parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus in context.

In these tough economic times, panhandling is a common scene. Visit any sizable city and it seems there is someone on every corner asking for money. No doubt, a few desperately need help; nevertheless the majority of panhandlers are taking advantage of the generosity of others. It is enough to make ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:14-30

Denomination: *other

The Temptation Of Jesus - Part 2

Contributed by James Snyder on Mar 11, 2013

Our temptations will never compromise our relationship with God, but will bring to the surface God's amazing grace for us in times of need. With every temptation comes a stream of God's amazing grace flowing in our direction.

Everyone lives with the basic assumption that they will never be tempted. Even if they are, they won’t yield. “It won’t happen to me,” the arrogant boast. And yet, it always does. Nobody starts out intending to be an alcoholic or a drug addict. And, nobody can become an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

With All Your Getting, Get Understanding Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Apr 26, 2014

Jesus wanted His disciples to understand His teachings so that they could be fruitful. He wants the same for us today.

Parables of Matthew (Part One) Text: Matthew 13: 44 – 52 Wow! It’s been a crazy week! You ever have those times when you’ve got so much running through your head that it kind of just gets jumbled up and then your brain just kind of shuts down? Writers block is not good for a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-52

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Which Way Is The Right Way?

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Dec 2, 2013

Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. (John 14:6)

Which way is the right way? Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. (John 14:6) Billy Graham tells of a time early in his ministry when he arrived in a small town to preach a sermon. Wanting to mail a letter, he asked a young ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-11, 1 John 14:15-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are Believing Works And Prayer Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 29, 2010

God does great works through his praying people to show his power and glorify himself.

Scripture Introduction On the night Jesus washed his disciples’ feet, he also told them some tough things. As a result, they are discouraged and anxious. Then (as we heard in last week’s sermon), the great physician applied his healing balm: “Let not your hearts be troubled. ...read more

Scripture: John 14:11-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rearview Mirror Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Apr 16, 2009

What are you driven by in life? This sermon discusses the purpose of the rear view mirror (referencing the past; and why it is small and the windshield (focusing on the present and the future).

DRIVEN BY ETERNITY Opener: What are you driven by? 1 Peter 2: 1 So get rid of all malicious behavior and deceit. Don’t just pretend to be good! Be done with hypocrisy and jealousy and backstabbing. 2 You must crave pure spiritual milk so that you can grow into the fullness of your salvation. Cry ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding Temptation

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 27, 2009

A message regarding what temptation is and how to deal with it.

Understanding Temptation Various Scriptures ACS Chapel Service March19, 2009, revised and expanded for March 29, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: The Wesleyan Church is what is called a “holiness” church. In other words, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Filled With The Spirit Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 5, 2009

Stephen was a man who existed in the state of being filled with the Spirit. He preaches a powerful sermon and sees Jesus standing at the right hand of the throne of God. Why is Jesus standing?

6. The Book of Acts June 28th, 2009 Filled with the Spirit We first meet Stephen in Acts 6. The church has been growing substantially and as it grows so do its needs. Many of these new issues should not be taking up the Apostles’ time. Their time is to be dedicated to prayer and to the ...read more

Denomination: *other

Our Life-Map

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on May 6, 2009

The Bible is our compass and map for life.

One time, I searched the Internet with this question, “What to do if lost?” According to Hike Safe, a hikers’ website, “Obviously the best thing you can do for yourself and the search team is to avoid getting lost… The best ‘rescue’ is the one that is never needed. Hiking safely is about being ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Working Out For Jesus

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 7, 2009

Paul calls us to an amazing life of working out the gift of salvation.

One of golf’s moments came when a Scotchman demonstrated the new game to President Ulysses Grant. Carefully placing the ball on the tee, he took a mighty swing. The club hit the turf and scattered dirt all over the President’s beard and surrounding vicinity, while the ball waited on the tee. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Sin And Salvation

Contributed by Don Jones on May 13, 2009

Sin ia an unpopular word but it is everywhere. It is 1. Alluring, 2. an Act, 3. an Attitude, 4. Anarchy, and 5. Its’ power is now broken.

"Sin and Salvation" Genesis 3:1-13; Romans 8:1 Every believer needs to know the allure, the acts, the attitude and the cost of sin so that it can be avoided at all costs. Introduction Certain words that are prevalent in scripture have fallen out of favor in our society. One is rarely if ever ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

A New Covenant

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 5, 2009

Discussion of the new covenant Jesus gave us during the Last Supper

A New Covenant Matthew 26:26-30 July 19, 2009 Note: The ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE format is from Andy Stanley’s book, "Communicating for a Change." Me: I grew up Catholic, as most of you know, and there is something that all Catholic kids go through, usually in the second grade or thereabouts. Anyone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-30

Denomination: Wesleyan

James 4

Contributed by Kyle Gray on May 20, 2009

James tells us how to turn hatred into humility, judgment into justice and boasting into belief.

There is a stark contrast in tone from chapter 3 to chapter 4 Chapter 3 (taming the tongue) closes with words like peace, gentleness, mercy, good fruits…it kind of ends on a good tone…but CH 4 contains words like fights, quarrels, lust, hate, envy, pride and sin. In CH 4 James gives clear advice on ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational