Sermons on Christs Power:

No More Excuses

Contributed by Martin Albanese on Apr 22, 2003

A sermon to look at the excuses we use in our life that hinders the move of God in our lives

NO MORE EXCUSES! (Sermon notes take from a book called Yes, Lord, I Have Sinned: But I Have Several Excellent by James W. Moore.) Luke 14:15-24 NIV - When one of those at the table with him heard this, he said to Jesus, "Blessed is the man who will eat at the feast in the kingdom of God." (16) ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24, Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Christian Church

A Party To End All Parties

Contributed by Matthew Doebler on Apr 30, 2003

Ever wonder how you get into heaven and what it will be like. Jesus helps keep our focus on it by reminding us of these things.

May 4 A Party to End All Parties! When my Grandpa died, we shed some tears. But he had been sick off and on for so long that his passing was a bit of a relief. Besides that, his funeral was the first time that many of our family had been together for years. So, as soon as the funeral dinner ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17

Denomination: Lutheran

The Safest Place On Earth Series

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

This lesson teaches the importance of the church dealing with conflicts within the church family.

Title: Making the Most of Our Relationships 4 “The Safest Place On Earth” Text: Matthew 18:1-21 The church is a wonderfully weird place because people are a part of it! HERE ARE THE TOP 10 THINGS YOU’LL PROBABLY NEVER HEAR IN CHURCH 10.Hey! It’s MY turn to sit in the front pew! 9. Sign me up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Focus On The Female Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 9, 2003

What does a woman want?

INTRODUCTION  Today is the day that we take time to celebrate the one of the most hallowed of holidays, Mother’s Day!  As you searched the planet for a gift for your mother or your wife, what were you thinking about? Were you looking for a gift that would really surprise her? ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33, Genesis 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Bad Girls Become Moms

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on May 11, 2003

The church should be the guiding voice for young parents seeking guidance and support.

"When Bad Girls Become Moms" by Rev. A. Lamar Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church 1 Kings 3:17 I yet believe that the church, holder of the keys to heaven, is call to lead the world during this century. We, the bride of Christ, are to process down the isle of time, bringing new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:17-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Seeing The Need For Renewal (Part 1 Of 4) Series

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on May 19, 2003

There are two possible directions that renewal may take. Renewal can go in the direction of preservation, which is restoration. It is an attempt to restore to the original and maintain the past. We restore old cars, furniture, houses, and many other items

(This series was used during a capital funds campaign to raise money for repairs and renewal of the facilities.) Jeff Armbrester Renewal for Growth There are two possible directions that renewal may take. Renewal can go in the direction of preservation, which is restoration. It is an attempt to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-10, 2 Corinthians 7:8-11

Denomination: Methodist

Sweep Around Your Own Front Door

Contributed by Robert Mckenzie on Jul 12, 2003

Before you judge someone else you had better judge yourself first.

Sweep Around Your Own Front Door… Matthew 7:1-5 1 Do not judge so that you will not be judged. 2 For in the way you judge, you will be judged; and by your standard of measure, it will be measured to you. 3 Why do you look at the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the log that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5, Proverbs 28:3-28

Denomination: Baptist

Friends Sharpen Friends

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003

God has given us friendships as gifts.

"Friends Sharpen Friends" (Originally preached by Frank Lewis, FBC Nashville, TN) March 16, 2003 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Items needed: Anvil, Blacksmith’s Hammer, Sheep Sheers, Steele, Knife, piece of metal, channel locks, metal file/rasp, table for ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:27

Denomination: Baptist

You Have A Place At God's Table

Contributed by Charles Degner on Aug 13, 2003

It was by grace that Moses and the elders of Israel could stand before God. In the same way, we have a place at God’s table - by his grace.

Text: Exodus 24: 3-11 Series: Pentecost 10 B Author: Rev. Charles F. Degner August 17, 2003 "When Moses went and told the people all the Lord’s words and laws, they responded with one voice, "Everything the LORD has said we will do." Moses then wrote down everything the LORD had said. He ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:3-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Look What The Lord Has Done

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Aug 21, 2003

What demons can do, what the Lord can do, and what you can do!

LOOK WHAT THE LORD HAS DONE TEXT: Mark 5:1-20 INTRODUCTION: Today, I’m gonna talk about what demons can do, what the Lord can do, and what you can do. This is a hurting world that we live in, and this man was hurting. He was in terrible shape. He had demon troubles. Notice… I. LOOK WHAT ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Psalm 17 "My Life Is An Open Book" Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Aug 21, 2003

David’s life is an open book before God. He hides nothing. We sometimes try to hide things from God. We need to try to live our lives as an "open book" before God.

August 17, 2003 Title: Psalm 17 My Life Is An Open Book Text: Psalm 17:1-15 Introduction Things you should never say once without thinking twice: - It’s no trouble at all. - I love dogs. - We have plenty of room. - Call me any time. - Is there anything I can do? - My husband is a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 17:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Our Diary Vs. His Agenda

Contributed by Craig Smee on Aug 23, 2003

A look at how we quickly shrug off God’s plans for our lives and think we know better.

Robert Moffat, a Scottish missionary to Africa, came back to London to recruit young men for the African missionary field. Upon his arrival, he was greeted by the fury of a cold British winter. Arriving at the church where he was to speak he found that only a small group of woman had braved the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7, Romans 5:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

Looking Good On The Inside

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Aug 29, 2003

It is one thing to clean your hands and quite another to clean your heart. The first you can do, but the latter only God can do; if we will only give him a chance!

Text: Mark 7: 1-8, 14-15, 21-23 (NIV) 1. The Pharisees and some of the teachers of the law who had come from Jerusalem gathered around Jesus and 2. saw some of his disciples eating food with hands that were "unclean," that is, unwashed. 3. (The Pharisees and all the Jews do not eat unless ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Anglican

Forward To Eternity Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Aug 29, 2003

Here is not our ultimate home. Keep eternity, our longterm home, before you.

Forward to Eternity Purpose Driven Life #4 August 23, 2003 The new cars and trucks are coming out. This is the time of year when the models for the next year are being rolled out, and this is the time of year that people who purchased or leased a new vehicle this year begin to feel unhappy with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:2, Ecclesiastes 3:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Confidence In A Competent Creator

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Nov 11, 2002

Confidence in God produces: Provision From God; Praise Toward God; Perception Of God’s Will; and Proclamation Of God’s Goodness.

Confidence In A Competent Creator Text: Ps.40: 4; Prov.3: 26 Intro: Webster’s Dictionary defines confidence as “firm belief; trust; reliance; the fact of being or feeling certain; assurance…object of trust” (Victoria Neufeldt, Editor in Chief and David B. Guralnik, Editor in Chief Emeritus, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:26, Psalm 40:4

Denomination: Baptist