Sermons on Change Is Good:

An Easter Way Of Seeing

Contributed by James Hickman on Mar 18, 2016

John was able to look at the evidence of Jesus resurrection and go away with the seeds of an Easter faith. All of us need to strive for this way of seeing.

John 20:1-9 Note: This sermon accepts the centuries old view that John was the “other” disciple. ****** The other day Pat and I walked into one of the busiest malls in central Ohio where we were greeted with a sign announcing the mall would be closed on Sunday, March 27th. While ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Sweet And Sour Message Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 31, 2016

Today's message is from Revelation chapter 10 about God's message being both sweet and sour. We'll look at the prophecy in Ezekiel 3 as well.

The Book of Revelation “God’s Sweet and Sour Message” Revelation 10 As I look back over this last century, I’ve seen a horrible plague sweeping across the land, but it isn’t really a new plague, rather it’s one that’s been around for a long time. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:1-11

Denomination: Foursquare

Illustrations Of Love And Warnings Of Hate Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Apr 20, 2016

Jesus gives illustrations of a lay down your life love and also warnings concerning upcoming hatred and persecution by a world of unbelief.

Illustrations of Love and Warnings of Hate John 15:11-25 Jesus tells us in John 15:11: “These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full.” Jesus is on His way to the cross and promises His followers (including you and me) that His joy ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11-25

Denomination: Baptist

Foundations, Faith And Family Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016

When the church looks like what Jesus created the church to look like the church will accomplish what Jesus designed the church to accomplish.

The Church is Born… The last verse of the passage that we studied together last week described the birth of the Church—ACTS 2:41. The Holy Spirit had helped the preacher preach and the Gospel of Jesus Christ was proclaimed with power. The Holy Spirit had helped the hearers hear when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

Growing Up Is Hard To Do Series

Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 13, 2015

An introduction to James that challenges us to grow up in our walk of faith.

Growing Up is Hard to Do James 1:1 The history books paint Hernando Cortez as a ruthless explorer. He conquered the Aztecs, Mexico and Cuba. On February 10, 1519 he said this; “We are on a crusade. We are marching as Christians into a land of infidels.” We start today a sermon ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Conflict In The Church Series

Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 16, 2015

Why does conflict happen in the body of Christ?

Conflict in the church James 4:1-6 In Charles Colson’s book, the Body, there is a chapter entitled “Extending the right fist of Fellowship.” It tells the story of and event that took place in the Emmanuel Baptist Church of Newton, Massachusetts, when a church conflict actually ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Paradise Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Feb 20, 2015

The criminal on the cross is offered: 1. PRESENT Salvation 2. PERSONAL Salvation 3. PLEASING Salvation Also lessons learned: 1. Never too LATE 2. Never too BAD 3. Never too HARD

Paradise Last week we began our study of the seven sayings of Jesus upon the cross. The first saying of Jesus was a prayer of forgiveness. This morning we have come to the second saying of Jesus on the cross - it is a promise. We aren’t sure of the exact time between these two statements ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus, Mad, Monster, Or Master? Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 23, 2015

How do you respond to Jesus? Like the Pharisees who want everything to be neat and tidy within clearly defined parameters? Like Jesus’ family who are embarrassed by him and doubt him? Or like those who followed him, even at the risk of their lives?

How much is too much? I’m not thinking about chocolate here. That’s an easy one. No, I’m thinking about ministry effort. When do you say enough is enough? Is it OK to say “I’ve done my 40 hours this week; now I’m going to stop and have a rest”? Or should ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Anglican

Near To God Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 1, 2015

Christ has made us near, and that work is the most power factor in our lives today.

(This sermon was preached with a pair of sunglasses sitting on the top of my head, reasons to be seen later in the sermon.) Every Church longs to see revival. I am not talking about a series of revival services. Those can bring about spiritual awakening, but seldom do. I’m talking about the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Gaining Freedom Through Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 6, 2015

Unforgiveness can keep you in bondage.

March 8, 2015 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 18:21-35 Subject: Forgiveness Title: Gaining Freedom Through Forgiveness One night last week I was awakened, I assume by the Holy Spirit, and I got out of bed to write down these words; “Unforgiveness is bondage”. So I took the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Gives Us Love Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Mar 6, 2015

How is God glorified? By the fruit we bear. And how do we bear fruit? By abiding in Jesus. He is the vine; we are the branches. Apart from him we can do nothing. No root, no fruit.

THERE IS A STORY told about a young pastor, fresh out of seminary, who was to give his first sermon to his new congregation. He had graduated with honors, and everybody who knew him was sure that he was on a fast track to notoriety as a great preacher. His congregation watched as he entered the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Little Is Much

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Mar 9, 2015

How the little that we have is much in the hands of our God. God uses the little we have for His glory.

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Introduction: We all have great plans and desires in life. We want to do ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Speaks To Skeptics Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Mar 9, 2015

Jesus continues to speak to the skeptical Nicodemus concerning the ONLY WAY to enter or see the Kingdom of God: Sinners are born with skepticism but self dies hard unless the Spirit gives life.

Jesus Speaks to Skeptics: John 3:9-15 Almost everyone knows the difference between a believer and a skeptic, but not everyone knows the difference between an honest skeptic and a dishonest skeptic. An honest skeptic may have doubts about certain truths but who will face up to them when he is ...read more

Scripture: John 3:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Diferences Within Unity Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 9, 2015

The differences based upon the Spirit's gift to the Church should create greater unity, not disunity.

Unity and Differences Ephesians 4:7-16 Zero’s do make a difference. A quick postcard was sent out to church members of a church was considering a new pastor. A newsletter had gone out and no one had noticed the error. The postcard said, “Pastor Bill Murphy actually has the 100 percent ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

How's Your Faith

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Mar 14, 2015

Jesus speaks of three types of faith in regards to people. There are those that have no faith, those that have little faith and those that have great faith.

How’s Your Faith Mark 4:40, Mtt 17:20, Mtt 15:28, Mtt 8:10 (NLT) Intro: It was autumn, and the Indians on the remote reservation asked their new Chief if the winter was going to be cold or mild. Since he was an Indian Chief in a modern society, he had never been taught the old secrets. When ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:40

Denomination: Baptist