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An Empty Handed Request Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 11, 2005

The story of the woman with a hemorrhage teaches us about God’s inclusion of all people, the melding of faith and grace, and the necessity of faith driving us to action.

Matthew 9:20-22 “An Empty Handed Request” INTRODUCTION A fascinating characteristic of Scripture is that any given passage can have several meanings and interpretations. One day we will read a passage and we will be touched by a particular message. Another day we can read the same passage ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:20-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Growing 3 Ways

Contributed by Arthur Coffman on Mar 2, 2009

Church growth happens when members grow 3 ways

Introduction: Growth is normal and Expected - Colossians 2:7 Illust: Ruth Bell Graham was asked what she would like on her gravestone. She replied that she saw a sign on the road when they were repaving a road that read "End of Construction: Thank you for your patience" 1. Growing Out ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Road Work Is Finally Finished

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 1, 2009

Neither grief nor guilt are productive, take us anywhere. The Cross is God’s signpost that will put an end to our continuing struggles with both.

Just a few days ago we celebrated, if that’s the right word, the thirtieth anniversary of something we all love to hate. Imagine observing the anniversary of something that has cost us dearly in dollars and also in blood and tears. Something we cannot live without, but sometimes wonder if we can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Forget To Remember (Sermon On Missions)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Sep 27, 2023

One of the simple rules in life seems to be that people receive in life what they are looking for.

Let me illustrate: • We know some Christians who are always winning people to the Lord. Why? Because they are always looking for an opportunity to win someone to Christ. • We know some people every time there is a church dispute; you can rest assured they are in the middle of it every time. Why? ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:23-31, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Carrying Out The Great Comission

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 25, 2022

I want to preach to you about the Great Commission.

It may or may not surprise you that the Barna Research Group, a Christian organization, found that among American adults who said that they were ''born again,'' seventy-five percent couldn't even define the Great Commission. Also, it may or may not surprise you to know that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

A Disciple's View Of Calvary Series

Contributed by Dennis Munn on Apr 13, 2011

A sermon examining how Calvary is redemptive in real life...John's view of Calvary.

A Hill With A View A Disciple’s View of Calvary Introduction: It’s appropriate in the weeks leading up to Easter that we devote extra attention to the story of Calvary. The preaching of the cross is central to Christianity...there can be no Christianity without the cross. The idea ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27

Denomination: Apostolic

Inviting Everyone Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 25, 2009

Jesus died for the ungodly. That’s all of us. Our message as individuals and as a congregaion is to invite eveyrone to participate in the kingdom of God and wlak with Jesus.

Romans 5:6-11 “Inviting Everyone” INTRODUCTION During the Sundays of Easter, which are the Sundays before the day of Pentecost, we will be focusing on the role of the church, specifically, Desert Streams’ mission statement. I’m sure that you all know it, or at least are familiar with it, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Mountain Tops And Plains

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 4, 2019

Our mountain-top experiences strengthen and shape our lives on the plain

March 3, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 9:28-36 Mountain Tops and Plains Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today is the last Sunday in the season of Epiphany. This week we’ll enter Lent with Ash Wednesday. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Signed, Sealed And Delivered (All Saints Day 2020)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jan 3, 2023

There is No Census role in Heaven, only the Lamb's Book of Life. None of us will go to heaven’s pearly gates and golden streets until we have completed the work that God gave us to do. God signs us, seals us and delivers us.

SIGNED, SEALED and DELIVERED Text: Revelation 7:9-17 9 After this I looked, and there was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, robed in white, with palm branches in their ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17

Denomination: United Methodist

A Church Participating In Ministry Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Mar 15, 2006

This sermon talks about participation in the local church.

A Church Participating in Ministry! Rosina Hernandez Church history OT to NT to today OT priests- Ex. 28:2 Fancy clothes High Priest Gap between priests and the people That “gap” exists in the church today The preacher is the trained one of God We’ll wait to be ministered to by him A gap ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We'll Leave The Light On

Contributed by Glenn Dunaway on Nov 25, 2010

The light that a Christian shines is so that others might see good works and give God the glory.

Leave a Light On! Matt 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. (KJV) Introduction Motel 6 has a slogan that says “We’ll leave a light on for you.” That should be the slogan for every Christian and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

I-Pray: Building A House Of Prayer

Contributed by Chris Jordan on May 7, 2013

One of the most important things that we can do as Christians is to learn to pray. We need to trust in our Heavenly Father who is good, and loves to give good gifts to His children. There is power in prayer!

iPRAY – BUILDING A HOUSE OF PRAYER OPENING: Foursquare pastor’s convention report. Excited about new season & coming harvest! INTRO TO TOPIC: For some reason, the smallest meeting in every church is the prayer meeting. Why is that? Perhaps it is because people have tried to pray in the past and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6

Denomination: *other

You've Been Here Too Long PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to break free from stagnation and move forward in faith and obedience to God's Word, despite life's uncertainties and challenges.

Greetings, beloved in Christ. I sense a familiar warmth in this gathering today, a warmth that radiates from hearts united in faith, eager to embrace the word of God. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to share in the goodness of the Lord and to feast upon His Word. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 2:1-7

Topics: Stagnation, Lack Of Change

Only You Can Change Your Habits

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

it is our responsibility to change negative habits

I ran across this story as I was working on this homily and want to share it with you: "A bazaar was held in a village in northern India. Everyone brought his wares to trade and sell. One old farmer brought in a whole covey of quail. He had tied a string around one leg of each bird. The other ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal

The "Character" Of Light Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 13, 2009

Light and Darkeness have NO commonality and as beleivers we should always focus on the light and flee from the darkness.

Sermon Brief Date Written: December 7, 2008 Date Preached: December 10, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study of John’s Letters Sermon Title: 1 John 1:5 5 This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is light and in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5

Denomination: Baptist