Sermons on Celebrate:

I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 15, 2012

Second in a deven week series on the "I am" sayings of Jesus.

Last week we began a seven week journey to get to know Jesus better through His own words. In particular we’re focusing on the seven “I am” sayings of Jesus that are recorded for us in John’s gospel account. As we discovered last week, with each of those seven sayings, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Baptist

An Exalted Nation Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on May 29, 2012

It was the task of the prophets to help Israel see herself as God saw her. As one such prophet Jeremiah’s task was to help Israel understand what it meant to be a nation under God. And while Israel was, and ever will be, the only nation chosen by God, any

“A Nation Under God: An Exalted Nation” Prov. 14:34; Jer. 17:5-13 One of our sons and his family spent some time vacationing at our home. I took some days off to spend time with them – especially to play with our grandchildren. Some months later they went to California to spend ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is...joy Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 11, 2011

We develop joy in the body of Christ by looking beyond our circumstances and developing contentment in our lives.

Before I read our story from Home Town Tales, let’s take a moment to briefly review the three aspects of the fruit of the Sprit that we’re focusing on during this series: THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT 1) Is demonstrated by being not doing 2) Is developed as Christ followers cooperate with ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Recognize The King!

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Apr 13, 2011

Palm Sunday is a time when we see Jesus enter into Jerusalem, BUT, did the people really see Jesus for the King He is, or the King they wanted Him to be?

RECOGNIZE THE KING (All my sermons use illustrations found on www.sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) I have often wondered how many people would recognize Jesus if He were to walk amongst us today? Now I know that Jesus is “with us,” but that is not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Back To Bethel Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 13, 2011

Return to the Lord and let Him remind you of His commitment to you and renew your faith to face life’s sorrows.

There is an old West African proverb which says, “The man who tries to walk two roads will split his pants.” (Janet Weiss, Leesburg, Florida, heard in a conversation by her father, a missionary to the Maninka tribe; www.PreachingToday.com) That’s the way it is with those who try to live for the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Hope Is On The Way Jesus Is Coming

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 24, 2011

This is a Palm Sunday message dealing with the Hope that Jesus is bringing into Jerusalem.

Palm Sunday--Choose Your Attitude by Rick Gillespie- Mobley Luke 19:28-19:40 Choose Your Attitude April 17, 2010 Palm Sunday Zech 9:9-12 Matt 21:1-11 We are in part two of our series, “Hope Is on The Way, Jesus is Coming.” Last week, we saw how Jesus was wrapping up his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Cleopas

Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 25, 2011

Exposition of Luke 24 regarding Luke going into Israel to prepare a historical account of the life of Jesus

Someone read Luke 24:13-14 Bits and pieces were adapted from an Easter Sermon by Fred G. Zaspel. Slideshow setting the stage for Luke coming into a house and sitting down with Cleopas: 58 AD, Paul is in jail in Caesarea Maritima awaiting trial by Felix. While there He sends his beloved physician ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

Someone To Rescue Me Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 26, 2011

My second deepest need is for someone to rescue me

SERIES: ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS… “SOMEONE TO RESCUE ME” (adapted from a sermon by Bob Russell) ISAIAH 9:6-7 OPEN A little girl climbed up onto Santa’s lap in the mall. As soon as she was settled, Santa said, “And what would you like for Christmas this year?” The girl’s eyes grew ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Living Hope Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 26, 2011

Jesus is alive, so be sure and be glad today. Be sure of a glorious future, and be glad even in times of grief today.

Judy Packard of Lake Leelanau, Michigan, talks about the time her neighbor, visiting the Holy Land, sent a letter describing the beautiful gardens. Her 6-year-old mused, “I wonder if he saw the rose.” “What rose?” Judy asked. “You know,” said her child, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Easter - Security In Jesus Alone

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 2, 2011

The response of the Roman guard to the resurrection of Jesus points out our need to find our security in Jesus Alone

We live in a world today where people are constantly seeking security in every area of their lives. So it is not surprising that enterprising people have capitalized on that desire for security by providing us with all kinds of products that promise to give us security. Just the other day as I was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Tracking With Jesus Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 14, 2011

The Christian life is a long walk with Jesus in the right direction.

Title: Tracking with Jesus Text: John 21:1-19 Thesis: The Christian life is a long walk with Jesus in the right direction, i.e., staying on track. The Season of Easter Series: When Jesus Shows Up During the Season of Easter we celebrate the resurrection of Christ as he shows up in unusual and ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Allowing The Extraordinary To Become Ordinary

Contributed by William Fallert on Mar 3, 2012

Walking in the light, do not let your extraordinary relationship with Christ fade.

Allowing the extraordinary to become ordinary. 1Thes 5:1-11 1 Thessalonians 5:1-3 1 Now, brothers and sisters, about times and dates we do not need to write to you, 2 for you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. Jesus is coming again. Are you tired of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Worthless Religion Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 8, 2012

Don’t let anyone judge you by legalistic standards, disqualify you by mystical experiences, nor enslave you by ascetic practices, because Jesus is all you need. A warning of the false ideas of legalism, mysticism, & asceticism.

Back in 2004, when several hurricanes hit the state of Florida, it left thousands of people without electrical power. Like many Floridians, Don Aycock’s neighbor used a portable generator to supply power until the electrical lines could be repaired. It had been running for a while when the man ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Sacrifice Required Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Mar 11, 2012

It is always good to be reminded of what the Lord has called us to do. What is our mission and how does Hickory Creek accomplish this mission? How are we doing at it and what can each of us as individuals do to be part of the body of Christ called to ac

On a Mission from God - Sacrifice Required Mark 12:41-44; 2 Samuel 24:18-24 Series intro Slide “We’re on a mission from God” Blues Brothers If you grew up when I did, you remember those words from the movie, “The Blues Brothers.” John Belushi’s character, Jake Blues, was in a church service with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Messiah And Mob Rule Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 18, 2012

We must always do the right thing and not follow the crowd.

The Messiah and Mob Rule Text: Matt. 27:11-26 Introduction 1. Illustration: In a recent NCAA cross-country championship held in Riverside, California, 123 of the 128 runners missed a turn. One competitor, Mike Delcavo, stayed on the 10,000 meter course and began waving for fellow runners to follow ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26

Denomination: Methodist