Sermons on Christian Practices:

Thy Kingdom Come: Still Blind And Mute Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 10, 2001

Praying for the Kingdom to come is an awesome responsibility, for some of us remain blind and mute despite Jesus’ healing, criticizing those who are different and causing divisions.

Our backyard is heavily populated. It is home to birds and bugs, to snails and occasional snakes, and most of all, our backyard is populated with moles. The turf is home to those burrowing creatures, moles. I have the twisted ankle to prove it, thanks to sinking in one of the burrows. Our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

Why You Don't Have To Worry About The Future - Part One

Contributed by Keith Linkous on Sep 24, 2001

We need not be afraid of whatever comes in the future. We need only to trust in God’s promises. This message, in two parts, explores five of those promises.

Of the many negative effects that comes from listening to and watching the news, especially the recent events in our nation, there are often various levels of concerned feelings that people experience. Our hearts can become doubtful, gloomy, worrisome, and right out fearful. People fear all kinds ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Make The Most Of Your Master's Mammon

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 4, 2001

how to use the things of this world to the glory of God’s Kingdom

October 7, 2001 Luke 16:1-13 1 Jesus told his disciples: “There was a rich man whose manager was accused of wasting his possessions. 2 So he called him in and asked him, ‘What is this I hear about you? Give an account of your management, because you cannot be manager any longer.’ 3 “The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Beat The Blues With Jesus

Contributed by Robert Parker on Oct 8, 2001

Let not your heart be troubled. You believe in God, believe also in me. Jesus has made a way through any trial or tribulation! Let not your heart be troubled saints of God

Looking closely at this scripture, the words of Jesus himself, we must take a moment to remind ourselves of what has just occurred here. These words from the master come after one of the most famous historical events in biblical history. The Last Supper… And it is here, were Jesus has just ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1

Denomination: Christian Church

Credit Where Credit Is Due Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Oct 10, 2001

This sermon is part of a series I preached on Nehemiah’s one holy passion, the glory of God.

One Holy Passion Nehemiah 2:1-10 February 18, 2001 ¡§Credit Where Credit is Due¡¨ Review: „h Israel and Judah conquered by outside invaders due to their sin. „h Nehemiah is distressed at the plight of the city. „h Nehemiah determines to pray and act. ¡§Learn this lesson from Nehemiah: you ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Judgment On Our Hearts

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 17, 2004

For our Remembrance Sunday, when we recall church members deceased during the past year. Memories that are all positive or all positive leave judgment on our hearts. The gospel means that we learn and rejoice from them, but recognize that their lives we

The way in which we remember those who have gone before us can either empower us or it can disempower us. The way in which we grieve for those we have loved and lost can either enable us to greater things, or it can disable us and hold us back. It all depends on what we do with the judgment that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 28:29-30

Denomination: Baptist

Faithfullness Results In Fruitfullness

Contributed by Amanda Wilson on May 6, 2004

A Mother’s day sermon on the faithfullness of Hannah.

Have you ever had one thing that you really wanted to do in your life that seemed to be just out of your reach? Have you had one thing you really wanted to achieve only to watch the time for doing it sail on buy with no results? Have you ever found a major goal you had for yourself was just not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Church Story Series

Contributed by Bill Huffhine on May 25, 2004

The story of the church following the Day of Pentecost told from the perspective of Cornelius.

A Church Story Many years ago there lived a young Italian man, who had been born into a noble and distinguished family. Upon reaching adulthood he entered the military, whether through enlistment or conscription is unclear, nonetheless, as a military man he did very well and eventually ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48, Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Complete Salvation Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 14, 2004

This is the first message in a 13 week expository series on the book of Colossians.

A Complete Salvation Colossians 1:1-8 1Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, 2To the holy and faithful brothers in Christ at Colosse: Grace and peace to you from God our Father. 3We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Everyone Is Needed Team Building #2 Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 20, 2004

A call for everyone into ministry

Everyone Is Needed - Teambuilding #2 Pastor Glenn Newton 8-27-2000 11 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, 12 to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up 13 until we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Nazarene

The Impossible Becomes Possible

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Oct 4, 2005

Pentecost 20(B) - The impossible (eternal salvation) becomes possible: not by our works or not by our wealth, but only by God’s grace.

THE IMPOSSIBLE BECOMES POSSIBLE Mark 10:17-27 - October 2, 2005 - Pentecost 20 Dear Fellow-Redeemed & Saints in the Lord: All things are possible with God. Today our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ teaches us that even the impossible becomes possible. Maybe in your lifetime you have seen ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27

Denomination: Lutheran

The Art Of Delegation Series

Contributed by Brent Baker on Oct 24, 2005

Delegation is a wonderful thing and as we continue to grow, delegation is going to be a necessity. through the story of Moses we can see just how important it really is.

Date Preached _________ Where Preached _________ Moses the Prince of Leadership The Art of Delegation Exodus 18:13-24 Lisa’s Brother Greg and his wife Tammie have 6 children and one on the way or is it 7 children and one on the way. I don’t remember. But I have to stop and wonder how people ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:13-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hosea's Love - Betrayal And Judgement Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 2, 2005

Hosea gives a picture not only of the way God hurts when his people are unfaithful, but about the real power of his love. Here is a love that expects a response of single-minded faithfulness, and that won’t rest until it gets it.

If you’re familiar with the story of Les Miserables, then you’ll know that the story begins with Jean Valjean, a convict on parole, coming to a town where the only person who’ll give him a room and a meal is the local bishop, Bp Myriel. The bishop welcomes him into his house, feeds him and gives ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Have You Ever Had An Everybody Moment

Contributed by Craig Smee on Jul 6, 2005

A look at Nehemiah’s determination to get the nation of Israel rebuiliding the wall.

Have you ever had an everybody moment? You know what an everybody moment is. – It’s the moment when something happens and with no prompting or scripting, everybody does the same thing. EGS OF EVERYBODY MOMENT It may have been a rock concert when the performer holds his or her mike to the ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Simon Peter's Really Bad Night Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jul 18, 2005

6 of 7 messages on the transformation of Simon into Jesus. This message is on the denials of Peter.

From Ordinary to Extraordinary The Transformation Began in Amazement… at what Jesus taught and gave to people – both healing and forgiveness Amazement Led to Obedience… even when Simon didn’t think it would make a difference Obedience Grew Into Faith… that moved Simon to get out of the boat ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ