Sermons on Cheerfully:

Vision 2011 ~ Empowerment In Ministry

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 30, 2010

Many people are asking in this season, "What is God up to?" We seem to be living in a period of great silence. Believers are searching in vain for something God is doing powerfully in the body of Christ and trying to no avail to hear marching orders from

Opening illustration: "On a dangerous seacoast where shipwrecks often occur, there was once a little crude little lifesaving station. The building was just a hut and there was only one boat, but the few devoted members kept a constant watch over the sea and with no thought for themselves went out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-25, Matthew 4:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Concerning Spiritual Gifts Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 4, 2012

Do you have a spiritual gift? How would you know? How would you use it?

Introduction Do you have a gift? Do you possess a giftedness in some way that you can attribute it to God and through which you believe you are making a significant contribution to the church? If you are like most Christians, you may be modest about the subject; you may even be troubled by it, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Extra Mile !!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Mar 3, 2012

In this Lenten season, to focus upon "the Extra mile" our Lord went in the three phases of His life.

The Extra Mile Now old habits die-hard! Having been an executive in a State-owned Oil marketing company for 13 years in India, (before coming into full-time spiritual service), even today I cannot restrain from reflecting on any extra-ordinary event ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:41

Denomination: *other

Disappointment With God Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Dec 4, 2008

Disappointments will come and we have the choice to let them bury us or buoy us.

Christmas is a season not only of joy, but, if we’re honest, also of disappointment. Sometimes we’re disappointed with gifts. When Laura’s brother, Grayson, was in Middle School he received one such gift. To appreciate this you have to get the image in your mind of the entire family gathered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is My Next-Of-Kin?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 26, 2008

The world needs Boazes, who will see others as ntext-of-kin who create opportunities for ministry, not merely depersonalizing obligations.

It’s summertime, and various ones have been telling me about their vacations and their trips. One thing I keep hearing over and over again is the phrase, "family reunion". Lots and lots of you have attended family reunions. Now there are family reunions and there are family reunions. For Margaret ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Gifted!

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Feb 1, 2010

All believers have at least one gift that can be put into service for Christ and his Church.

Traditionally they have been called “child prodigies.” Although educators often label them as “gifted and talented.” They are young people blessed with unbelievable intelligence, or amazing artistic talents, or seemingly unnatural physical abilities. We have all heard ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

True Lies Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Nov 9, 2009

The people of Lystra are held captive by not only false belief, but also by the spirit of darkness that they serve.

Common Lies that plague our lives: The check is in the mail. (Well, internet banking has made that one less popular) I’ll start my diet tomorrow. (No comment) We service what we sell. (I won’t mention any of the places you are thinking about right now) Give me your number and the doctor will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heading Toward Christmas - Thinking About Giving Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 13, 2009

Two basic thoughts about giving. 1- Giving to God 2- Giving to man

INTRO.- ILL.- The story is told of a very wealthy man who, on the occasion of his daughter’s marriage, sent a check for $5,000 to the bridegroom as a wedding present. He sent it by the hand of the bride’s sister and when she returned, the man eagerly asked: “What did your new brother-in-law say ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Operating The Motivational Gifts Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 29, 2009

Whatever the spiritual realm is, it bestows on people a range of accomplishment abilities that go beyond mere skill or knack. A gift of the Spirit is something that God gives for the purpose of building up others in a life of faith.

Opening illustration: Living Unaware of Our Vast Fortune Come with me into West Texas during the Depression. Mr. Ira Yates was like many other ranchers and farmers. He had a lot of land, and a lot of debt. Mr. Yates wasn’t able to make enough on his ranching operation to pay the principal and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding God’s Comfort

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 29, 2010

In some of the storms of life, God intervenes and shelters us. In others, He allows us to be exposed so that we will be pressed more closely to Him.

Opening illustration: Whether we are reading the daily paper, listening to the radio, or watching TV, the news is filled with what one might call the fruits of discouragement and even despair. Life is like a continuous newsreel showing the futile actions of people trying to live without a biblical ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:25-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faced With The Impossible, Entrust It To Jesus -- John 6:1-15

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Aug 9, 2009

How often life can seem impossible! What hardships we face! What good comes from it? Let’s see, as Jesus tells his disciples to do the impossible: Feed 5000+ people. Parts: A. He places the impossible in front of us. B. He works it out his way, not ours.

Text: John 6:1-15 Theme: Faced with the Impossible, Entrust It to Jesus A. He places the impossible in front of us B. He works it out his way, not mine Season: Pentecost 10b Date: August 9, 2009 Web page: ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Dealing With Indecision Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 9, 2008

This sermon looks at the problem of indecision, the solution to indecision and the promise of God’s faithfullness. Subtitle: How To Make Wise Decisions

Dealing With Indecision (How To Make Wise Decisions) Today we are continuing an in depth series on the book of James. Last week we looked at how we could have power over our problems. This week we are going to discover that God wants you to make wise decisions. Remember God wants us to grow ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Can Make A Difference Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Jul 25, 2010

This sermon deals with spiritual gifts, identifying our gifts. We will see how we can make a difference using our God given gifts.

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Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Movin' Mountains

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 15, 2010

Many times we are faced with seemingly impossible situations. The naysayers come out of the woodwork to preach their messages of doom and gloom.But my God specializes in making the impossible possible.

Movin’ Mountains Matthew 17:14-21 Introduction: Every day as a church and as individuals we face situations that put our faith and commitment to Christ to the test. Many times we are faced with seemingly impossible situations. The naysayers come out of the woodwork to preach their messages ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Generous Heart Series

Contributed by Chris Heimsoth on Jun 15, 2011

Our 4th sermon in our Action in Acts series, we look at how our giving and the heart behind it determines our capacity for being part of the Action of God

Action – A Generous heart Acts is a book where one of the underlying questions is what is this new community, this new nation, on about? What kind of community is God wanting to create? Do you guys remember a few years ago, the world news was focused on modern day piracy? It was off the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational