Sermons on Chris Tomlin:

The Da Vinci Code: Busting Da Vinci

Contributed by Chris Rowney on Jul 7, 2006

Comparison of the Gnostic and Canonical Gospels demonstrate that we CAN trust the bible as we have it

www.tcfnet.org.au sermons@tcfnet.org.au MYTHBUSTING THE DA VINCI CODE MAY 21st 2006 • Chris Rowney These messages are also available as audio podcasts at www.tcfnet.org.au/podcasts It is easy to make a claim in a single sentence… and if that claim is what people already do, or WANT TO ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Ephesus Series

Contributed by Chris Rowney on Jul 20, 2006

Make your first love your first choice

Churches of Revelation#1 - Ephesus February 2006 • Chris Rowney These messages are also available as audio podcasts at www.tcfnet.org.au/podcasts In a couple of days time it is Valentine’s day Now I know we really don’t make much of a thing about that in Australia usually (though the marketing ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Smyrna Series

Contributed by Chris Rowney on Jul 20, 2006

Even in the first century the church faced problems of political correctness

www.tcfnet.org.au sermons@tcfnet.org.au Churches of Revelation#2 - Smyrna February 2006 • Chris Rowney These messages are also available as audio podcasts at www.tcfnet.org.au/podcasts “8 “And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write: The first and the last, who was dead, and has come to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Pergamum Series

Contributed by Chris Rowney on Jul 20, 2006

Do we reflect the nature of God - do we remain true to his name?

www.tcfnet.org.au sermons@tcfnet.org.au Churches of Revelation#3 - Pergamum February 2006 • Chris Rowney These messages are also available as audio podcasts at www.tcfnet.org.au/podcasts “12 “To the angel of the church in Pergamum write: These are the words of him who has the sharp, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Thyatira Series

Contributed by Chris Rowney on Jul 20, 2006

What should we tolerate, and what should we be intolerant of?

www.tcfnet.org.au sermons@tcfnet.org.au Churches of Revelation#3 - Thyatira February 2006 • Chris Rowney These messages are also available as audio podcasts at www.tcfnet.org.au/podcasts “18 “To the angel of the church in Thyatira write: These are the words of the Son of God, whose eyes are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Sardis Series

Contributed by Chris Rowney on Jul 20, 2006

Uses the example of the paralympics - to talk about strengthening what remains!

www.tcfnet.org.au sermons@tcfnet.org.au Churches of Revelation#5 - Sardis March 2006 • Chris Rowney These messages are also available as audio podcasts at www.tcfnet.org.au/podcasts “1 “To the angel of the church in Sardis write: These are the words of him who holds the seven spirits of God and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Philadelphia Series

Contributed by Chris Rowney on Jul 20, 2006

Opportunities - and how we face them

www.tcfnet.org.au sermons@tcfnet.org.au Churches of Revelation#6 - Philadelphia March 2006 • Chris Rowney These messages are also available as audio podcasts at www.tcfnet.org.au/podcasts QUICK RECAP… Ephesus: Return to the first love Smyrna: Endure through Suffering Pergamum: Remain True to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Laodicea Series

Contributed by Chris Rowney on Jul 20, 2006

Are you a thermometer or a thermostat - what does it mean to be at the ambient temperature of our culture? and how can we change? How to connect to God in a way that presevres our life of faith.

www.tcfnet.org.au sermons@tcfnet.org.au Churches of Revelation#7 - Laodicea March 2006 • Chris Rowney These messages are also available as audio podcasts at www.tcfnet.org.au/podcasts CANS OF DRINK who wants one? (or I’ve Got a coffee) Oh – before I do that you might like to know.. the cans ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

What Kind Of Tool Are You.

Contributed by Chris Summers on Aug 23, 2005

In God’s toolbox what tool are you?

What tool are you in God’s toolbox? Luke 12: 35 Be ready, dressed as for a journey, with your lights burning. Goodmorening everyone. Today I want to talk about tools. Now that I just got all the mens attention, what are some of the most memorable tools you have or had. Hammers, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35

Denomination: Baptist

Being Alone With God.

Contributed by Chris Summers on Sep 27, 2005

When are you alone with God?

Being alone with God Good morning everyone. Have you ever asked yourself why can’t I find out what God wants for me ? Is He listening? Why don’t I ever hear things from God? I have said some of them myself at different times in my life . When you ask yourself that, what are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Feeding The Caterpillar

Contributed by Chris Summers on Oct 7, 2005

The Caterpillar and the butterfly.

Are you feeding the caterpillar? John 3:3 “3 Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God. “ Kjv Are you feeding the caterpillar ? You may ask your self “ what is he talking about ?” well I want to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3

Denomination: Baptist

Mouth To Mouth Manipulation

Contributed by Chris Manning on Oct 15, 2005

What we say can have a lasting effect on who we are saying it too. The art of communication is just as deadly as the art of war.

Matthew 22:15 KJV Then went the Pharisees, and took counsel how they might entangle him in his talk. In the coral reefs of the Caribbean, live a small fish know as the Kissing Fish. It only grows to about two to three inches long. It is mostly known because of its quickness and the fact that it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15

Denomination: Apostolic

Act 2:38

Contributed by Chris Manning on Oct 15, 2005

What does the Word of God say concerning salvation

Acts 2:38-39 KJV Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. (39) For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Apostolic

Marks Of Maturity

Contributed by Chris Tiller on Oct 18, 2005

A description of four marks of Christian maturity.

I found a poem on the internet that I would like to share with you. It bears some striking resemblances to a very well-known poem. Listen carefully, though, because it is not quite the poem that you might expect. One night, I had a wondrous dream; One set of footprints there was seen. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Obstacles To Maturity

Contributed by Chris Tiller on Oct 24, 2005

In the parable of the sower and the seeds, Jesus identifies three categories of obstacles to maturity.

The Bible uses a lot of agricultural metaphors. The prophet Isaiah describes Judah as a vineyard planted on a fertile hillside. “He dug it up and cleared it of stones and planted it with the choicest vines. He built a watchtower in it and cut out a winepress as well. Then he looked for a crop ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed