Sermons on Christian Clothing:

Those Golden Opportunities

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 19, 2002

Some opportunities may come but once. We need to be able to recognize them and take advantage of the moment.

Many times opportunities come but once. A. Sometimes they get by us because we just aren’t paying attention. 1. Things slip by us when we are intent on our own projects, goals, or activities. B. Then too........we can be attacked, criticized or beat down because of our ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thankfulness

Contributed by Jeffrey Cox on May 11, 2004

Jesus cleansed 10 Lepers and only one returned to say “thanks.” Are we like the one or the nine? Do you get and take and not take time to say thanks to God? Do you do this to others? Because of this unthankfulness, are we jeopardizing future blessings

Thankfulness: ways to show it I. Luke 17:11-18 Jesus cleansed 10 Lepers and only one returned to say “thanks.” A. Are we like the one or the nine? Do you get and take and not take time to say thanks to God? Do you do this to others? B Because of this unthankfulness, are we jeopardizing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Coldness

Contributed by James May on Oct 30, 2005

These are the signs and results of spiritual coldness. The signs are related to the only time I went deer hunting.

Spiritual Coldness By Pastor Jim May Matthew 24:12-13, "And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold. But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved." Being from the South we have to get used to the heat. Right now though the seasons are changing and these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:12-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seize The Opportunity To Serve

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 5, 2005

There are three ways to look at people: (1) as prey - whom we can make a profit from; (2) as trouble to avoid, or (3) as an opportunity for us to serve. The Lord says we are to minister to others, especially those in need.

Luke 10:30-37 Seize the Opportunity to Serve 1929 words This parable tells us we can treat people in at least 3 different ways. (1) Like the robbers, sees a person as a prey. They are out to gain something from him. (2) Like the priest and the Levite, see the person as a trouble to avoid. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Poor Lazaruses

Contributed by Ken Harris on May 28, 2005

To motivate the hearers to use their personal finances to care for the POOR Lazaruses (the sick, hungry, and less fortunate in this life) in order to ensure their HEAVENLY destiny hereafter.

Luke 16: 19-21(KJV) U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Church of God in Christ Spring Retreat 2005 Seoul, South Korea BIG IDEA: How we use our finances to care for the sick, hungry, and the less fortunate in this life - determines where we spend eternity hereafter. REFERENCES: Movie: ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 15:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bandages Of Love Iii Series

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jul 22, 2007

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that anyone in need is their NEIGHBOR.

Luke 10:25-37 (NIV) 22 July 2007 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Bethel Missionary Baptist Church Seaside, California BIG IDEA: Anyone in need is your neighbor. References: Luke 18:18-27(RSV) Story of The Rich Young Ruler; Luke 10:25-37 (NIV); Romans 15:1-2 KJV - (We then that are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Confession

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

What is involved in confession

“The Power of Confession” 2 Chronicles 6 & 7 Intro: This morning we want to talk about confession. I’ve been spending a lot of time in the hospital this week. Funny things can happen in hospitals. One of my favorite stories is about the time the Pastor Dan went to visit Mrs. Johnson. Now, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Guantlet

Contributed by John Beehler on Dec 29, 2003

Consumerism is running rampant

The Gauntlet Sayings intrigue me. I am often curious about where the saying came from and what it meant back then. Many have probably heard this saying, maybe you’ve used it or your parents. But I remember my friend’s parents often saying that "this world’s going to hell in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Man Who Lived In A Cemetery

Contributed by Mike Turner on Oct 31, 2003

Sermon on the encounter of Christ, and the man who lived among the tombs !

The Man Who Lived In The Cemetery Mark 5:1-20 As Jesus stepped on shore in the country of Gadarenes, he is immediately met by a man who is totally consumed by darkness. This man is a sad and pitiful picture of a sinful soul now totally posessed of demons. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20, Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist

Bandages Of Love Ii

Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 11, 2007

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to show compassion for their neighbors.

“Bandages of Love II” Luke 10:25-37 (NIV) 11 March 2007 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Ord Chapel Seaside, California BIG IDEA: Christians should be compassionate to their neighbors. References: Luke 10:25-37 (NIV); Romans 15:1-2 KJV - (We then that are strong ought to bear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Matter In Life Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Sep 23, 2004

Who is important in your life? What is important in your life? More important what does God have to say about it?

Romans 16:1-27 Getting on the Same Page as God about Who Matters in Life Introduction A. A fun game to play is to ask people if their house was on fire and they could grab 3 things what would those three things would be B. This is a good way to get to know people and get you will get to find out ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-27

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What Is Your Motive? Series

Contributed by Mark Lennon on Apr 10, 2003

Sermon Series on Malachi #8 Have you ever watched crime scene investigation shows? The very first question they try and answer is what was his motive. People all around our lives are watching us wondering what is his/her motive?

Sermon Series on Malachi #8 What is your motive? Malachi 3:13-15 Have you ever watched crime scene investigation shows? The very first question they try and answer is what was his motive. People all around our lives are watching us wondering what is his/her motive? In the beginning here in ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Excess Baggage

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Apr 2, 2006

JUST AS HEAVY BAGS IN THE LITERAL SENSE WILL WEIGH YOU DOWN, HEAVY BAGGAGE FROM OUR PAST WILL ALSO WEIGH US DOWN SPIRITUALLY. THE CHALLENGE FOR US TODAY IS TO LET GO OF OUR PAST, OUR PAST PROBLEMS, OUR CARES, CONCERNS, MISTAKES, AND FAILURES.

EXCESS BAGGAGE I SAMUEL 10:20-23 . . . NEIGHBOR (BOLD STATEMENT) – YOU/SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS CARRYING TOO MUCH BAGGAGE. FIRST SUNDAY . . . SPRING FORWARD. . . SEASONAL CHANGE/SPIRITUAL CHANGE – EXCESS BAGGAGE THE YEAR WAS 2000 WHEN R&B, HIP-HOP, NEO SOUL ARTIST ERYKAH BADU RELEASED A SINGLE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel Message Of Freedom

Contributed by Mark Price on Jul 1, 2007

This is the message I shared with the church in the evening worship service on July 1, 2007. The passage lends to an easy lesson on the benefits of the blood of Jesus Christ, utilizing the colors of the flag.

Introduction According to the book "Our Flag," published by the House of Representatives, "The colors red, white, and blue did not have meanings for The Stars and Stripes when it was adopted in 1777." It goes on to say, that the colors of the Great Seal of the United States, when it was adopted ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-28

Denomination: *other

The Word's Dwelling Place Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Mar 15, 2016

Verse 16 teaches us what should be dwelling inside us so that we can wear the right clothing and attain the rule of peace.

Colossians 3:16 The Word’s Dwelling Place 1/25/15 D. Marion Clark Introduction As we move along in our passage of Colossians 3:12-17, we have so far learned what to wear, what to put on so that our clothing matches, and what to be ruled by. Verse 16 teaches us what should be dwelling inside ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed