Sermons on Centrality:

The Cure For Anxiety

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Oct 22, 2004

Who me worry?

Matthew 6:25-34 THE CURE FOR ANXIETY INTRODUCTION A. Who Me Worry? Two men were talking and the one said to the other: I have a mountain of credit card debt. I have lost my job. My car is being repossessed. Our house is in foreclosure. But, I am not worried about it. The other man: I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Transforming Touch

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Aug 22, 2005

See how Jesus can transform doubting, discouraged, defeated disciples into passionate followers.

Introducion- Have you ever seen someone transformed from a pessimistic defeated person into a passionate enthusiastic person? (Show the congregation two sections from the movie “It’s A Wonderful Life”. The first section is when George is considering suicide. The second section is after George has ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

Ready Mix Gods

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 7, 2005

This sermon shows the sin of building idols in our person lives.

Introduction- As an introduction I show the congregation a picture (on power point) of me holding a box of ready mix biscuit mix in my hand. State: Ready mix biscuit mix can be a wonderful thing. It accommodates people who have busy schedules. It accommodates people (like me) who do not know how ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean To Believe? Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 26, 2006

Join us as we examine what it means to believe in Jesus.

Believing in Christ is an important decision. It carries eternal consequences. Today, I want us to join together in considering what it means to believe in Jesus Christ. We want to make sure that all of us are on the same page in what we believe. This will aid those who have made decisions ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

A Thankful Hope Series

Contributed by Allen James on Nov 6, 2009

A sermon series in Colossians tracing the word "Eucharisteo = to give thanks." This message reveals Paul’s thankfulness for the hope of the Colossians.

A Thankful Faith • Colossians 1:3-8 SERIES INTRODUCTION: meaning of “eucharist = to give thanks” INTRODUCTION: Often times when we give thanks, we focus upon the blessings we have RECEIVED which are often times TEMPORARY. In this passage, Paul gives thanks for the blessing OF OTHERS which are ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

Preach What The Word Says Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 13, 2016

understand the meaning of the words we read

Thursday of 19th Week in Course Today’s Scriptures illustrate almost perfectly the next topic on preaching or witnessing that the Holy Father relates in the encyclical “the Joy of the Gospel.” It has to do with how we read the sacred text: ‘we need to be sure that we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Catholic

Conviction And Salvation For All Mankind.

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jan 19, 2017

The Salvation Army internationally currently has a theme of "The Whole World Mobilising". God has a theme of Salvation for mankind through Jesus Christ. this is a short challenge to pray for people worshipping at places of worship of in Sri Lanka.

Conviction and salvation for all mankind! One of this month’s readings is from Isaiah 45:2-3. New International Version (NIV) 2 I will go before you and will level the mountains; I will break down gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron. 3 I will give you hidden treasures, riches ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:2-3, Isaiah 46:9-10, Joel 2:28-29

Denomination: Salvation Army

On The Third Day

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 2, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Why do the LORD need to rise up on the third day? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers with ministry III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the LORD JESUS is strictly following and fulfilling the Old Testament prophecies for Him. IV. TEX

I. EXORDIUM: Why do the LORD need to rise up on the third day? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers with ministry III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the LORD JESUS is strictly following and fulfilling the Old Testament prophecies for Him. IV. TEXT: Leviticus 7:18 If any of the meat from the peace ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 7:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Is The Bloody City?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 6, 2024

To borrow from John Donne, “send not to know” where is the bloody city. We are the bloody city.

Friday of the 18th Week in Course 2024 Where is the Bloody City? Assyria was the bloody city in the time of the prophet Nahum. Everybody knew it. They had conquered countries from central Africa up and down, east and west, all the way up to the area we call Ukraine. And they did it brutally. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-28, Nahum 2:1-3, Nahum 3:1-3, Nahum 3:6-7, Luke 9:28-36  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Occupancy Of The Land Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 19, 2023

The redeemed people of God had occupied the land under the efficient leadership of Joshua, who succeeded Moses. But the Leadership crises emerged because Joshua did not prepare anyone for the follow up. But God raised up leaders.

Text: Judges 1 Theme: Occupancy of the Land Introduction: The term JUDGE doesn’t mean someone who sits in a court and decides legal issues. The Hebrew word shaphat has more of the idea of a heroic leader, ruler, saviour, deliverer. “The Hebrew word Shophetim means to put right, and to rule. The ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Mount Sinai And The Law Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 12, 2023

The Mount Sinai and the Law of Moses are inseparable. Both play a vital role in the lives of the Israelites community. Today church claims many good things and they are our milestones to look forward.

Week 11 (April 10-14) Text: Exodus 19 & 20 Mount Sinai and the Law Mount Sinai: Mount Sinai is called the Mountain of Moses. it is also known as Mount Hareh, in Hebrew as Har Sinai, in Arabic as Jabal Musa. It is a granitic peak of the south-central Sinai Peninsula in Egypt. The Sinai is a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Foundation Of True Happiness

Contributed by Paw The on Jun 3, 2005

Life is not often as what we plan or expect. When disasters come. When the reality is not as what we want, where can we find strength to live our lives? Jesus is the answer!

The Foundation of True Happiness Luke 24 : 13 ¡V 35 We would like to plan and control our lives. We strategize our paths trying to be as good as possible. The first season of life we were carefree and innocent. As we reach adulthood and begin to assume life-responsibility ¡V working hard to raise ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Methodist

Do Not Lose Heart! (Part 2)

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Nov 10, 2009

This sermon offers resources for coping with discouragement and help in overcoming despair.

Last week we began a series entitled “Do Not Lose Heart.” We established the point that many people lose heart as they travel the path of life. I mentioned Jim Ryun, who was a long distance runner. At one point in his life he lost heart with running and walked off of the track. He quit. He was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Seeking?

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 27, 2010

In this sermon, we separate fact from fiction with regard to the story of the wise men who came to see Jesus after his birth. Then we explore what lessons can be learned from the story

Introduction: A. Let’s have all the children who want to, to come forward for a few minutes. 1. In our sermon this morning, we are going to talk about the story of the wise men who came to see Jesus after he was born. 2. Let me ask you a few questions to see how well you know the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 4 - Ephesus: The Church That Lost Its Love Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 23, 2020

n Revelation 2, Jesus has a message to the church at Ephesus. He commends what the do right but then admonishes them that they have lost their first love. They must remember, repent, and return to their first love. And so must we as Christ followers.

This message was recorded on May 10, 2020, in Winchester, Virginia, and is part of the sermon series, Overcomers. _____ Pastor Brad Reaves Grace Community Church Discover: http://www.gracecommunity.com Watch: https://youtu.be/MH0Q_rhT4eE I want you to picture with me an older couple ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7, John 3:20, Acts 19:17, Galatians 6:9, Hebrews 12:1, 1 John 5:4-5, Matthew 5:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren