Sermons on Children Likened To Arrows:

The Blessing Of Fathers

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Fathers will never be perfect, but they can be a blessing to their children.

Thesis: Fathers will never be perfect, but they can be a blessing to their children. Intro.: 1. Today is the day recognized in our society as FATHER'S DAY. a. Fathers, we want to honor you today! b. Strong Biblical basis for this activity (Eph. 6:2). 2. This AM's sermon is directed toward the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Proverbial Advice To Fathers

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Children become fools unless there is a change of course.

Thesis: Children become fools unless there is a change of course. Intro.: 1. Today is Father's Day! In recognition of that fact I'd like to read a piece from one of the most revered philosophers of our time, Bill Cosby. It is from his book entitled, Fatherhood. 2. Illust. It is no profound ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:24

A M Other's Legacy

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 12, 2006

A Godly mother prepares her children for this life and the next.

A Mothers Legacy Text: Ruth 1:1-18 Introduction 1. Read Ruth 1:1-18 2. Illustration: When the will of Henry J. Heinz, wealthy distributor of the famous ’57 Varieties’ line, was read, it was found to contain the following confession: ’Looking forward to the time when my earthly career will ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

A Special Calling Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 2, 2006

God has a special calling for all His children.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Throughout the first chapter of Colossians, we have learned about how Jesus redeemed us, how He saved us from the penalty of sin. We have seen how He is reconciled us to Himself through His blood. • Now, we need to pause for a moment and think about this question, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Remembers

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jun 29, 2007

Looking at what God remembers about his children

1. God remembers his PEOPLE (1:19) A. He remembers us because we are a purchased people (1 Cor. 6:20; 7:23). B. He remembers us because we are a pardoned people (1 Peter 1:18-19). C. He remembers us because we are a preserved people (Jude 1). D. He remembers us because we are a peculiar people ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:9-19

Denomination: Baptist

Upclose And Personal

Contributed by Randy Sceroler on Jan 10, 2007

God is always upclose and personal to us as His Children

UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL PSALM 27 1. OUR CONFIDENCE 1-3 Confidence: A. The Declaration of our Faith. 1 B. The defense of Our Father 2-3 2. OUR CONSOLATION 4-6 Consolation: A. We Will Dwell with Him 4 B. We Will be Delievered by Him 5 C. We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Adam, Adam, Where Forth Art Thou, Adam

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Apr 11, 2007

The spiritual condition and spiritual location of the children of God in the world.

Began, birth, commence, start; these are all words that are refreshing and optimistic. Whether, they are used to refer to the beginning of a new day, the birth of a child, the commencement of a long awaited vacation, or the start of a symphony, these words are full of promise and free of ...read more

Denomination: *other

A Mother's Influence

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

The lasting influence of a mother upon the life of her children.

A Mothers Influence 2 Timothy 1:5 May 09, 2004 2 Timothy 1:5 (NIV) I have been reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also. Instill A Respect For Scripture • Creates a foundation of truth - 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Intimacy With God

Contributed by Johnny Rickman on Oct 14, 2005

God’s desire is to have intimacy with His children

Intimacy John 11 INTIMACY: Innermost. Marked by very close association, contact, or familiarity. Marked by warm friendship. Suggesting informal warmth or privacy. Of a very personal or private nature. The greatest underlying truth in the Bible is that God did not create us, nor does ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Role Of A Godly Mother

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 11, 2004

A Mother has a tremendous influence in the lives of her children.

“The Role Of A Godly Mother” Titus 2:3 1. She represents CHRIST in her behavior. (v. 3a) they be in behavior as becometh holiness Romans 15:14; 16:2; Ephesians 5:3; 1 Timothy 2:9-10; 5:10; 1 Peter 3:3-5; Leviticus 11:44; 19:2; 1 Peter 1:15-16; 1 Thessalonians 4:3; Psalm 119:9-11 2. She ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:3

Denomination: Baptist

Our Father In Heaven Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 15, 2004

How to explain to children what Our Father means

St Nick’s Primary School 14- 09-04 The Lord’s Prayer OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN Mt 6:9-15 This term I would like to look at the words of the Lord’s Prayer with you. How does the prayer go? Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your Kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven Give ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Anglican

Firing The Kid Ceo Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 23, 2005

Discipline is a natural extention of godly parents’ love for their children.

Total Family Makeover Series Firing the Kid CEO Hebrews 12:9-10 February 20, 2005 First Baptist, Chester Mike Fogerson, Speaker Philip Yancey tells about an African safari he was on where he saw an old momma giraffe taking care of her offspring. Shortly ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

So That's How God Works!

Contributed by John Tung on May 17, 2005

God uses discipline to help his children to grow.

SO THAT’S HOW GOD WORKS! Hebrews 12:5-13 John Tung, 5-15-05 I. Introduction Dr. John Townsend, one of the two authors of the book, How People Grow, describes a particular woman in one of his chapters. “A young woman named Kara came to my office to talk about her home life. ‘Here is my problem,’ ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mothers: Passing It On

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 23, 2005

God wants mothers to pass along these things to their children.

Passing It On 2 John 4 Introduction Dr. James Dobson tells about a time he came home when his son, Ryan was a small baby. It had been a terrible day for his wife. Ryan had been sick, and had cried all day long. Once, as Shirley was changing his diapers, the telephone rang and she reached over to ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:4

Denomination: Baptist

Making Sure The Lord Is Around For Another Generation

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 22, 2001

Parents’ responsibility in passing the teaching about God on to their children.

Introduction: When God moves in a powerful and mighty way in your midst, that moment can feel like it will never go away. Perhaps you witness a loved one healed or watch the Lord miraculously take care of a financial need. But the Scriptures warn us that even the greatest miracles and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:7-13

Denomination: Baptist