Sermons on Changing The World:

Receiving The Gift Of Worship Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 2, 2009

As changes in worship style come, many will find the changes difficult to accept, but it will be easier if we see Liturgy as primarily a divine gift.

May 4, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcision party criticized him, saying, "Why did you go to uncircumcised men and eat with them?" When the RSV translation talks about “the circumcision party,” we get an unintended pun in English. Literally, it refers to a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Catholic

Crushed Expectations

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 8, 2009

Here’s a word that will help the body deal with pain, sufferring, and disappointment. A big blessing to our church!

Crushed Expectations Text: Psalm 6:1-7 O LORD, do not rebuke me in Your anger, Nor chasten me in Your hot displeasure. 2 Have mercy on me, O LORD, for I am weak; O LORD, heal me, for my bones are troubled.3 My soul also is greatly troubled; But You, O LORD—how long? 4 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 6:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Past, Present, And Future Of The Believer

Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 19, 2009

Salvation is not an instantaneous act as we see it, but a process that stretches from eternity past to eternity future.

THE PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE OF THE BELIEVER Text: Romans 8:28 – 30 Introduction: · V. 28 · Not all things are good, but can be used for our long range good by God, who molds us · Promise only for Christians, “the called” · Salvation is not an instantaneous act as we see it, but a process ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Passing The Baton & The Vision

Contributed by John Delozier on Oct 3, 2009

Vision inspired leaders take direction from God as to when/how they pass the baton to the next vision inspired leader.

--Vision perspective should be gained at the mountain top and not in the valley. 1And Moses went up from the plains of Moab unto the mountain of Nebo, to the top of Pisgah, that is over against Jericho. (Emphasize: Mountain top and importance of making decisions and judgements in the good ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Concentrated Conversions And Pushing The Envelope Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 26, 2009

Sometimes God opens our hearts and minds to His will in increments.

Concentrated Conversions and Pushing the Envelope (Acts 9:32-43) 1. It seems that Philip had planted several churches around Joppa, and Peter was traveling to them to strengthen them and teach them. He came to an area near modern Tel Aviv, where our story takes place. Lydda is now know as Lud ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Announcement Of Trust

Contributed by Rev. T.w. Jenkins on Aug 2, 2011

This sermon seeks to remove the word "compromise" from the Christian life style. You cannot walk with God and run with devils.....

Scripture: Matthew 6:24 Subject: An Announcement Of Trust You must make a choice of trust in order to serve God. You cannot WALK with God and RUN with devils....no man can serve two masters, However, in life we often face conflicting situations and many seek to compromise as an easy way out. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Baptist

Managing The Season Of Transition

Contributed by William L. Vincent on Aug 23, 2011

Change is one of the most feared things that human beings encounter. ...Yet, it is impossible to get from where we are to where we are going without making a transition. I feel that a greater part of our success as a Christian, and as a Church is how we m

Managing the Season of Transition By: W. Vincent Preached @ Solid Rock Church, Huntsville AL. Deut 4:22-23 But I must die in this land, I must not go over Jordan: but ye shall go over, and possess that good land. 23 Take heed unto yourselves, lest ye forget the covenant of the LORD your God, which ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:22-23

Denomination: Orthodox

7 Dips? Why Not Just 2 Or 3?

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Feb 2, 2010

With each dip (and the progressive laying aside of Naaman's weapons, armor, clothes, and undergarments) Naaman was progressively and completely stripped bare to the core of his soul - to that point where God could not only heal him physically, but spiritu

2 Kings 5:1 – Story Of Naaman James 1:21 Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls. I. JAMES 1:21 -- TWO LITTLE WORDS THAT PACK A MIGHTY PUNCH: “LAY ASIDE” apo ý= away ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Now Jericho

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010

This sermon addresses how Jericho represents the "battle before the blessings, and how we get ready for Jericho through discipleship and forward thinking.

INTRO * I’ve taken you on a journey o Out of Egypt to Canaan * They are finally in Canaan * And they are facing Jericho Jericho = stronghold strength protection * Jericho marks the place of battle before blessing * They are now at Jericho o Now is a time word o Something had to proceed ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hancock Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010

A sermon on how God's grace can make a hero out of imperfect people who make mistakes.

INTRO: ƒ{ Hancock is a superhero with serious character issues ƒ{ While trying to do good he inevitably creates trouble ƒ{ When a person has an entire ocean to throw a whale into and it hits the only sailboat in sight ƒ{ You might have some issues ƒ{ I was reading a verse to a group of guys ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Favor Reigns

Contributed by Ken Crow on Oct 10, 2010

: You will not have favor in your life because the Pastor says you will. You will have favor in your life when you say so!

Favor Reigns Luke 1:46-55 (King James Version) Pastor Ken Crow 46And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord, 47And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour. 48For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed. 49For he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Church Of God

God Has Something Better

Contributed by Marie Tombow on Feb 2, 2009

Abraham was willing to give God that which was the object of his love … He’s asking you to do the same ….. offer Him the object of your love….

GOD HAS SOMETHING BETTER…. TEXT: GENESIS 22:1-18 A SMALL BOY, CLUTCHING A WELL-WORN TEDDY BEAR DAD HAD BROUGHT HIM A BETTER GIFT ME, CAUGHT UP IN MY WELL-WORN LIFESTYLE OFFERED TO GIVE IT UP ON THE CONDITION …. I. Listen to His Call V.1 God spoke to Abraham. He called him by name and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

It’s Your Resurrection Day!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 4, 2010

The greatest Day, a Holy day, and Christ desires to share His resurrection with us.

It’s Your Resurrection Day! Matthew 28:1-6 It’s said that Winston Churchill planned his own funeral in St. Paul’s Cathedral. He included great hymns of the church. After the benediction a bugle player was positioned high in the dome played “Taps,” the universal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Switched - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 10, 2010

We usually like for things to stay the same. However, sometimes an exchange takes place for our good. Some things need to be “Switched!”

“Switched” Text: Genesis 25:21-26; 32:24, 27-28; 35:14-18 Gen. 25:21 Isaac prayed to the LORD on behalf of his wife, because she was barren. The LORD answered his prayer, and his wife Rebekah became pregnant. 22 The babies jostled each other within her, and she said, "Why is this happening to me?" ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Shape Me, Transform Me, However You Require Me

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 22, 2010

A short talk given at the 20th anniversary service for Anvil House - a home for adults with learning disabilities in Billericay

(Note to the reader: If you can sing this to the tune of a 1960’s hit that will help get the talk off to a good start) Shape me, transform me however you require me, I know you love me so that’s all right. Shape me, transform me, however you require me, He’s got the power to turn on His light! OK ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Anglican