Sermons on Christian Grief:

When I Give The Best Of My Service

Contributed by Mcclinton Hall on Sep 30, 2004

In everything that we do for the God, it ought to be our best.

When I Give The Best Of My Service I beseech you therefore brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. Romans 12:1 My brothers and sisters, what God wants and what God deserves is all our being ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, Romans 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Grace-Giver

Contributed by Jared Schroeder on Oct 1, 2004

Grace is sometimes hard to understand and can seem rather uncomfortable at times. But living a life of grace is what Jesus Christ has called us to.

The Grace – Giver Galatians 2:1-10 Introduction What does the Christian Church have to offer that the world cannot offer? What sets Christianity apart from any other religion, society or group? Gordon MacDonald, a Christian author once said this, “The world can do almost anything as well ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Mennonite

Recycled Evil

Contributed by Willie Fagg on Oct 1, 2004

This is an encouraging sermon.

Recycled evil. You thought you had killed me, but God brought me back! Though you talked about me, lied on me, and you said I would never, ever amount to anything, I am blessed to bless. I call it recycled evil. There was a time in my life when it seemed as though all hell had broken loose. It ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Will Pay Your Biggest Debt

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 4, 2004

The believer who has the blood of Christ applied to their sins has no sin debt.

God Will Pay Your Biggest Debt Hebrews 9.26; 10.10 NASB October 3, 2004 Chester FBC, Chester Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction Have you ever wished that someone would pay off all your credit card debt? Zero balances—no payments! The Mount Carmel Missionary Baptist Church in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:26

Denomination: Baptist

God Working For Our Good Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Oct 4, 2004

Throughout the entire course of human history, God has been working toward the salvation of His people.

God Working For Our Good Rom. 8:28 Intro.: We usually apply this passage to our personal lives, especially when there is calamity. Of course, that’s valid, but there is much more in view. It involves cosmic events. God’s eternal plan to redeem mankind is in view as the apostle writes. God says ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Kingdom Focus Of Politics As Usual

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 5, 2004

Jesus models for us a Kingdom Focus when confronted with political issues.

A KINGDOM FOCUS OR ‘POLITICS AS USUAL’? Matthew 22:15-22 •This is the question every believer must ask during election time. Will I maintain a Kingdom focus, or will I revert to ‘politics as usual’? Will I allow myself to be salt and light through the political processes, or will I focus on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

James, "When Less Is More" Series

Contributed by Rik Wadge on Oct 5, 2004

Sometimes the lack of words concerning a believer’s life is a reminder of the Spiritual Paradox that "Less of us is More of Him."

The 12 Apostles Week 9 – James "the less" Dr. Rik B. Wadge, Ph.D. "When Less is More" Preparatory Introduction: Joel Olsteen’s declaration “This is my bible... I am what it says I am... I have what it says I have... I can do what it says I can do... Today I will be taught the Word of God... I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:4

Denomination: Bible Church

Going Back.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 6, 2004

We, who were at one time in bondage to sin, when Jesus come into our heart and life, He breaks the bondage of sin and sets us free.

Going back. Galatians 2:1 -- 10. 10/03/04 The thing we need to remember about the book of Galatians is that the message of Paul is under attack. When he went to Galatia, he preached salvation by Grace through faith plus nothing. In comes the false teachers, teaching salvation by the Grace of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

From The Inside Out Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 6, 2004

This is part one of the sermon series, Extreme Makeover. The series not only includes exposition but also vignettes for each week.

EXTREME MAKEOVER – PART ONE “FROM THE INSIDE OUT!” JAMES 1:1 - ©DR. LARRY L. THOMPSON (2004) “James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, ‘To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations,’ greetings.” James 1:1 Introduction: Begin this message with a table and four objects: an egg; an ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Poured Out

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Oct 7, 2004

This is a message calling for a commitment of the variety that Paul spoke of in Romans 12:1,2.

A Life Poured Out 2 Tim 4:1-8 1 In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: 2 Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage-- with great patience ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Minister Of Refreshment

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Feb 11, 2003

We want a refreshing person. No special education required. They need to sense the hidden needs, must love without expectations and must encourage. Flatterers are not wanted.

“A Minister Of Refreshment” 2 Timothy 1:15-18 We would like to create a new staff position. We want a refreshing person. No special education required. They need to sense the hidden needs, must love without expectations and must encourage. Flatterers are not wanted. Do you know of anyone who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:15-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transformed Payback Series

Contributed by Warren Bird on Feb 11, 2003

Loving our enemies? Don’t payback evil with evil? What is going on here? Have you christians lost your mind?! We’ve gotta get even, haven’t we?

Introduction I have a confession to make. Some of you are already aware of what I am about to reveal, but to most of you it will be a new insight into my character. It is not a sin that I am going to confess, but an obsession. I am, right now, at this point in my life (when you would think I had ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:17-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

There Is Forgiveness!

Contributed by Niles Lloyd on Feb 14, 2003

HAVE YOU SINNED? ARE YOU DEPRESSED AND FILLED WITH GUILT? WE HAVE ALL BEEN THERE AT ONE TIME OR ANOTHER IN LIFE - BUT I AM GLAD TO SAY, THERE IS FORGIVNESS WITH GOD!

TITLE: THERE IS FORGIVENESS 2/10/02 TEXT: PSALM 130:1 – 8; *4 INTRO: I BELIEVE SOME OF THE MOST MISERABLE CHRISTIANS IN AMERICA TODAY ARE THOSE CHRISTIANS WHO GO THROUGH LIFE WITH A CONSCIENCE FILLED WITH GUILT. WELL, HERE IN THE 130TH PSALM, WE READ THE WORDS OF A ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The 3 R's Of The Church

Contributed by Dan Steadman on Feb 14, 2003

This sermon outlines the three primary functions of the Church:Reconciliation, Rejoicing, and Reproduction.

Jn 3:16-21, Acts 2:41-47 THE THREE R’S OF THE CHURCH Why does the church exist? You may have many answers to that question, but what does God think? Let’s look at His answer. It can easily be summed up in one word: RELATIONSHIP. Relationships are definitely number ONE with God. To make it ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21, Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be God's Valentine

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Feb 14, 2003

This sermon deals with God’s Love to us, Our Love to Him, and our Love to others.

BE GOD’S VALENTINE 2/10/03 1 John 4:19 We have just celebrated the Holiday referred to as Valentines Day. Some of you are still feeling the pain from the cries of your wallets. It is a time where people think of cards, candy, and flowers. It is a time when we show others that we care for them. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-19

Denomination: *other