Sermons on Christian Practices:

Worship 2 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Aug 25, 2005

God said, “Go down to the Brook Cherith and I’ve told the ravens to feed you.” “You told raven to feed me. Yea, right!!!”, would be the response of most of us, AND maybe that’s why our names are not in the “Hall of the Faithful Ones”.

Isaiah 6:1 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up, and the train of His robe filled the temple. 2 Above it stood seraphim; each one had six wings: with two he covered his face, with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew. 3 And one cried ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-17

Sheep Need Leadership

Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 5, 2006

The role of pastor is a ministry of leadership and shepherding.

SHEEP NEED LEADERSHIP Acts 6:1-7, I Peter 5.1-6 S: Church Structure C: Pastors Th: A People with Purpose Pr: THE ROLE OF PASTOR IS A MINISTRY OF SHEPHERDING AND LEADERSHIP. ?: How? How do we come to that conclusion? KW: Matters TS: We will find in our study of Scripture three matters that direct ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Worship 4 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Sep 8, 2005

Here was a devoted, God fearing man, who was working for the one of the worst immoral sinners of all time. Yet, even in that undesirable position, he served the Lord faithfully. There is a message here for us in this day and age, but you will need to ch

We are taking a short interim study on "Worship" and some of its implications. In our brief and incomplete study of worship, we saw that true worship always brings change to the life of the one worshiping, to be more like the One being worshiped. There are many areas of our lives that true worship ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-32

Ba Christian Vs Cultural Christian

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 8, 2012

Cultural Christianity means to pursue the God we want instead of the God who is. It is the tendency to be shallow in our understanding of God, wanting Him to be more of a gentle grandfather type who pampers us and lets us have our own way. It is sensing a

Opening illustration: Throughout our life, Maureena and I have been exposed to a number of cultures but we have yielded to none, not even the one that we were born in. The weaning process takes a longer time for some than others. The impact that the culture has in the church in America is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 29r. The Practice Of Endurance (James 5:7-11) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021

The Need for Patience. Given the oppressions mentioned in vv. 3-6, James encourages Christians to be patient until the coming of the Lord, and he cites the farmer, the prophets, and Job.

Text: James 5:7-11 (NIV) 7Be patient, then, brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop, patiently waiting for the autumn and spring rains. 8You too, be patient and stand firm, because the Lord’s coming is near. 9Don’t grumble ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Gathering The Flock

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

What attracts people to a pastor? The Scriptures are filled with examples of men who drew others after them in love for God. Men such as Moses, David, Peter, and Paul, had vast numbers of followers. On the other hand, men such as Elijah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel

GATHERING THE FLOCK INTRODUCTION: A. WHAT ATTRACTS PEOPLE TO A PASTOR? 1. The Scriptures are filled with examples of men who drew others after them in love for God. 2. Men such as Moses, David, Peter, and Paul, had vast numbers of followers. 3. On the other hand, men such as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:23

A Prodigal Or A Prodigy

Contributed by Richard Rutledge on Jun 12, 2001

Graduation sermon

A Prodigal or a Prodigy Luke 15: 11-24 This passage of Scripture has been preached on numerous times. It’s been dramatized, sensationalized and often times taken to the extreme. It has become a melodrama of Scripture. It’s been preached about how rambunctious this son was. About how rebellious he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Opening Greetings Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001

APOSTOLIC AUTHORITY NURTURES THE NEXT GENERATION OF SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP

BIG IDEA: APOSTOLIC AUTHORITY NURTURES THE NEXT GENERATION OF SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP I. AUTHOR = PAUL A. His Authority = "an apostle of Christ Jesus" one sent by God Ellicott: "didn’t merely derive his commission from Christ, but belonged to Him." B. His Authentication = "according to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Now Then..." Series

Contributed by Jerry Fenter on May 23, 2002

How God gives new hope during the changing of the guard.

Now Then… Joshua 1:1-5 Notice the “Now then…” statement by God. Why does God say this in reference to Moses? It almost sounds like He’s glad Moses is dead and gone. For us to fully appreciate why God is saying, “Now then…” we need to understand some things about Moses. Especially chosen by God ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loyal Leaders And Faithful Followers Series

Contributed by Jerry Fenter on May 23, 2002

The qualities of successful leaders and successful followers.

Loyal Leaders & Faithful Followers Joshua 1:10-18 George was 28 years old, single, and still living with his parents. One Sunday morning, George told his mother he wasn’t going to church. "First," he said, "I’m tired. Second, the people there don’t like me. And third, the sermons are dull." But ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pitfalls Along The Way

Contributed by James Groce on Jul 15, 2002

When one yields to the high calling of God we become very vulnerable to heartbreaks and distortions. To pastor is a demanding role, almost like a mother and child.

A HEART TO HEART TALK WITH PASTORS Hebrews 12:12-15 Key verse to keep in heart: Psalms 119:165; Great peace have they which love Thy law; AND NOTHING SHALL OFFEND THEM (meaning that NOTHING in the Word will ever be offensive to those that love the Word). Hebrews 12:12 Wherefore lift up the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:12-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Anhelo Por La Casa De Dios.

Contributed by Jorge Alvarez on Jul 27, 2002

Este es un mensaje poderoso para quienes han dejado de interesarse en ir a la iglesia. Es necesario que quienes ya estan asistiendo a la iglesia... renueven sus actitudes.

Anelo Por La Casa De Dios Salmo 84:1-12 Introduccion: July 28, 2002; morning service, Ebenezer, Union City, CA Es un Sabado como cualquier otro. Fabuloso! Vamos al Mall de compras, salimos a jugar pelota en el campo deportivo. Nos llevan a las peliculas. Salimos a comer al Chuky Cheese. En ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Off Our "Buts"

Contributed by Dean Kennedy on Aug 26, 2002

It’s time to quit the excuses before we miss the party. This sermon was presented at an on-going Breakfast Ministry for the Homeless

This morning I’m going to give you guys an opportunity to change seats. This will be your only chance though. I want to make sure that you are comfortable where you are. Now for the reason why. I was led to pray over certain chairs here this morning before you came in. I feel God is really ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24, Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Women Teachers : Are They Ordained?

Contributed by Dana Carpenter Jr. on Dec 30, 2000

Scripture grants much more freedom to women than the historical church allowed them to have, but does that freedom include the permission to teach men?

(The views expressed in this teaching are not necessarily those of Freedom Bible College, Concepts of Freedom Ministries, or any affiliations, ministers, faculty, or staff thereof.) INTRODUCTION. A. I ask your forgiveness in advance as this message is going to seem harsh at some points. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Churches Priority: Worship Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Oct 4, 2002

This is the third in a series entitled :What Makes A Great Church

TITLE: The Churches Priority: Worship Text: Acts 2:42; John 4 Theme: Worship P.S. As we seek to fulfill this purpose then our priorates will become clearer and less self serving. Introduction: Illustration: In any construction project there is usually a question of priorities, which determines ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23, Acts 2:42-43

Denomination: Pentecostal