Sermons on Choices By Children:

Living The Truth

Contributed by Louis Pantelis on Jul 14, 2009

authentic, true Christianity, maturity, maturation, growth, character, put off

Living the Truth Ephesians 4:11 – 32 A freshman at Eagle Rock Junior High won first prize at the Greater Idaho Falls Science fair. He was attempting to show how conditioned we have become to alarmists practicing junk science and spreading fear of everything in our environment. In his project ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-32

Denomination: Church Of God

Ditch Patrol

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Jul 15, 2009

The story of the Good Samaritan turned inside out. God calls all of us to go into the ditch to help others who have fallen into the ditch.

We’ve talked about two major things concerning you and me. One is God’s unconditional love. In Luke, Jesus tells the story of the Prodigal Son which is His most famous story about the unconditional love of God. He came to demonstrate that and did so clearly. Another thing we’ve talked about and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37

Denomination: Baptist

I Don't Have What It Takes

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Jul 17, 2009

We don’t have what it takes to live a Christian life. Only Jesus Christ living through us can do that.

I can’t remember when I first learned John 3:16. It seems as if I grew up knowing this verse of Scripture. I heard about a lady who used to make her children memorize a verse of Scripture when they wanted something. One day her daughter said, "Momma, everything I have I have because of Scripture. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Pull

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 18, 2009

The pulls in our lives compel us to act compassionately in behalf of others... and ourselves.

Title: The Power of Pull Text: Mark 6:30-34 (53-56) Thesis: The pulls in our lives compel us to act compassionately in behalf of others… and our selves. Introduction Sometimes when we think of the word “force” we are thinking in terms of power and speed. G-Force as related to gravitational ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Can't Get No Satisfaction Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 25, 2009

4th in a series from Ecclesiastes. Joy in life comes from the journey, not the destination.

On June 5, 1965, the Rolling Stones released their single “I Can’t Get No Satisfaction” which went on to be their first number one hit in the U.S. The song was a response to the rampant commercialism that the band had observed in America. But the idea behind the song was certainly nothing new. When ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Lofty Lord, Live Lips, Long Layby

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 28, 2009

Where do we get the motivation to keep doing what the Lord wants us to do? We affirm that we are called by a God of power, who is able to equip us; He will give us victory eventually even though it may come slowly (Deacon Ordination Sunday).

This evening two very good football teams will face each other under the dome. The outcome will hinge not only on physical condition and coaching strategy and just plain luck; it will hinge also on motivation. Who really, really wants to win? Who is hungry to win? One of the great personal issues ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Promises: Barnabas

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 30, 2009

As we grow older we find meaning in encouraging others, especially the young. Trusting them is equivalent to trusting God.

We like to say that age is a state of mind more than it is a set of numbers on the calendar. We tell each other, "You’re only as old as you feel." But you know, I’m finding that it is important to know what you feel. It is important to listen to yourself as you age. I am not referring to aches ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Symptoms You Should Never Ignore Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jan 30, 2009

Symptoms of spiritual neglect that need to be diagnosed as exhibited in the life of Haman in the book of Esther.

I’ve known people, people I loved, family and friends, who would probably still be alive today if they had not ignored symptoms of poor health. If they had only gone for a checkup sooner. I’m sure some of you have had a similar experience. I think fear and misinformation keep a lot of people ...read more

Scripture: Esther 7:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

God The Lawgiver

Contributed by Dean Rhine on May 13, 2008

God’s purpose in the OT laws

“God the Lawgiver” - Exodus 19 - 2/6/05 If you have your Bibles, join me in turning to Exodus 19. Exodus, the second book in the Bible, describes the events in the exodus, in the exiting, in the departure of the Jews from Egypt. Looking back to where we have come so far, we saw God create man to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:1-3, Exodus 19:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lamb Of God In The Revelation Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 8, 2009

A brief review of the texts in the Revelation of Jesus Christ recording the word "Lamb"

The Lamb of God The Lord Jesus Christ is the main Person of the Apocalypse with His preferred title the "Lamb" appearing (28) times in the book of the Revelation. Although John in Revelation 1-3 sees him as the glorified Lord of glory, the first appearance of the Lord as the “Lamb” occurs at ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:6-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Cut It Down

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 8, 2009

Beloved, you are not in this world by accident as there is a divine purpose for your creation. Eventually, we all shall give account of what we have done with our lives. I want you to read our message for this week prayerfully and as you do so, the Lord w

CUT IT DOWN Dr. D. K. Olukoya Beloved, you are not in this world by accident as there is a divine purpose for your creation. Eventually, we all shall give account of what we have done with our lives. I want you to read our message for this week prayerfully and as you do so, the Lord will open ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Christian Mind (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 10, 2009

This sermon is part 2 in which we examine the Christian worldview so that we can understand what constitutes a Christian mind.

Scripture For the past few weeks we have been studying Romans 12:1-2. In Romans 12 the Apostle Paul begins applying the doctrine that he has been teaching for the previous 11 chapters. Now, it is not that he has made no application in the previous 11 chapters; he has. However, as he begins chapter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Introduction To Book Of Micah

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 28, 2010

Background to the 4th largest book of the Minor Prophets

Intro: 1. Kyle Yates, “It is good to find a worthy champion of the poor who has courage and power to deliver an effective message…His profound sympathy with the oppressed people came to life in unforgettable words. His spirit burned with righteous indignation as he saw the rank ...read more

Scripture: Micah 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

“a Mountaintop Experience With God” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 29, 2010

It is from the mountaintop spiritual experiences that we gain the encouragement and strength to face the difficult times.

A Study of the Book of Mark Sermon # 31 “A Mountaintop Experience With God” Mark 9:1-10 The disciples were reeling from the revelation that Jesus would suffer many things, be rejected and be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Habakkuk

Contributed by C Vincent on Apr 5, 2010

The burden we should have for the lost

Habakkuk Read Hab 1:1-5 Why was Habakkuk afraid? He needed a word from God because of his burden He needed faith to cling to at this time when the nation was in terrible violence Like Habakkuk, we question His ways and His timings Why are you doing something Lord? When will you move your hand and ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God