Sermons on Clutter:

What Do I Still Lack? Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 8, 2008

The young man raising this question with Jesus lacked historical memory, lacked self-awareness, and lacked a vision for one compelling pursuit. For Maundy Thursday

I: Remember The third of our ultimate questions sounds almost like a throwaway. Like a sarcastic castoff. “What do I still lack?” The young man had already asked the most sweeping question possible, “What good deed must I do to have eternal life?” As you may remember if you were here two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Sanitized Heart

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on May 13, 2020

So often we are reminded of the need to wash our hands, especially in this COVID-19 pandemic. But a heart that is not sanitized is also dangerous.

THE SANITIZED HEART "But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look at his appearance or at his physical stature, because I have refused him. For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” 1 Samuel 16:7. Have you ever seen a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7, Jeremiah 17:9, Mark 7:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 1: Know What We're Here For: Maturity Series

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Oct 24, 2019

Churches that aren't clear on their purpose for being can hardly be effective. Our goal is maturity in Christ.

One of the deepest joys that I have ever experienced in all my life is the joy of watching our children turn into adults. I guess I always pretty much figured that would happen some day. But then, there were those times when they were upset with each other over the silliest things and the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Anointed To Witness And Serve - Week 2 - The Power To ‘know’ - Wisdom, Knowledge, And Discerning Of Spirits And The Power To ‘accomplish’ Faith, Healings, Working Of Miracles Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 20, 2019

The English word “know” can be defined as the ability to be aware of truth or to perceive directly; to be convinced or certain; have a practical or experiential understanding.

Week Two - The Power to ‘Know’ Wisdom, Knowledge, Discerning of Spirits The English word “know” can be defined as the ability to be aware of truth or to perceive directly; to be convinced or certain; have a practical or experiential understanding. (Merriam Webster). This definition can be applied ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:8, 1 Corinthians 12:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beginning Again

Contributed by Curtis Emerson on Mar 3, 2016

Freedom in Christ. We have been set free from what?

John 8:31-36 “Beginning again” INTRODUCTION: Have you ever been to a fair or maybe to Disneyland where they have these people dressed up like statues and they stand perfectly still and you think it is the stature until they move and freak you out? I remember reading an illustration ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Welcome To Church, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Andrew Drury on Mar 26, 2015

Seeing the Church through grace and peace

This sermon (1 Corinthians 1: 1 - 3) was preached at West Ewell Evangelical Church, Surrey, on Sunday 28 September 2014. We have read Acts 18: 1 – 22, the visit of Paul with Silas and Timothy to Corinth. Paul spent 6 months in tent making there, to subsidise his preaching and teaching. Both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical Free

O Lord, Change Me

Contributed by Timothy Gardner on May 3, 2015

There are three different types of people that pray this prayer, "O Lord, change me." This sermon deals with each one and helps us identify the true meaning of this prayers is to want to dwell with God.

Introduction: Read Exodus 25:1-9 Up until this point the Israelites have depended on Moses to lead them. They were taken out of captivity in Egypt by God through Moses. They used to be slaves to Pharaoh, now they are free. But ever since they left their bondage, they have complained about ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:1-9

Denomination: Salvation Army

Redefining Wealth Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

In our Scripture today, Jesus gives us keys on redefining our understanding of money and the role that it plays in our life. How you handle your money impacts your relationship with God.

Redefining Wealth Matthew 6:19-33 A wealthy, older
gentleman had just recently married a lovely young lady 40 years younger than him, and was beginning to wonder whether she might have married
him for his money. So he asked her, "Tell me the truth: if I lost all my money, would you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-30, Matthew 16:24-28

Denomination: Methodist

Follow The Leader Series Pt.3 "Something For Your Journey Now” Series

Contributed by Sean Dees on Mar 1, 2022

As kids we played follow the leader. As Children of God, who are you following?

This series is something of a refresher course in “Salvation 101”, we are going back to the basics of where we started. Just like anything else in our lives we need reminders and refreshers to help us regain our bearings. The Bible says that we are to “renew our minds”, there are times in our walk ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20, Luke 10:3-12

Laying The Groundwork Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

Biblical faith is always based on facts, and is supported by evidence. If we would keep this in mind, we would avoid many of the foolish mistakes Christians have made.

One of the most novel debates in the history of Christianity was that over the question of whether or not Adam and Eve had a navel. The man in the street could hide his conviction, but the artist had to face the issue squarely and choose a side. His works made it clear whether he was pro or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:5-11

It's All Better At The Beach

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 11, 2021

On vacation by the beach we wake up pretty much stress free… No Alarm clocks... No Crazy Agenda's... No voice mails... No Emails...No worries... Just do what you want to do when you want to do it.

It's All Better At The Beach Pastor Timothy Porter Text: INTRODUCTION: You know how it is when we are on vacation espically at the beach. We are on island time, and we're only worried about what Jimmy Buffet would do b/c it's 5 o'clock somewhere. You say things like ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23, Psalm 46:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Armor Of God: Salvation

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 7, 2023

Construction workers wear helmets on the job. Firefighters wear helmets. Soldiers in combat wear helmets. The purpose for the helmet is understandable. It is there to protect a very important part of the body, the head. We who are Christians also have helmets that we can and should wear.

Alba 7-30-2023 THE ARMOR OF GOD: SALVATION Ephesians 6:17 When I was about 11 years old, I was returning home from visiting my friend. His name was Guy, but we all called him Pepper. He lived up the hill west from my home and a half a block south. It was sometime in the winter because there was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

While We Wait

Contributed by Brian Williams on May 23, 2023

For each of us, waiting on the Lord is a continual, daily decision. In our hearts I hope we would pray, “God, while I wait, I will trust you and I will follow you and be faithful to you, even when the circumstances of my life are not turning out the way I planned it.

Acts 1:12-26 12 Then they returned to Jerusalem from the mountain called Olivet, which is near Jerusalem, a Sabbath day’s journey away. 13 When they had entered the city, they went up to the upstairs room where they were staying, that is, Peter, John, James, and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Provision Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 23, 2023

God sees our needs and provides for them at just the right time with just the right purpose.

INTRODUCTION • Last Sunday, we started our series on Psalm 23. • We talked about the fact that David identified the Lord as his shepherd. • The theme for our first message was trust. • Without trust, you have nothing. • Who do you trust when you are in need in life? • Who do you trust when ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now Let's Be Obedient

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 28, 2024

Do you believe that the Bible can help us with any circumstance that comes into our life. It is always good advice. But do we take seriously the advice from God?

This past month we asked the question if we even need the Bible. We also talked about listening to God instead of just hearing His word. Last week we talked about meditating on God's word and really taking it to heart. I am going to go back to the book of James today to talk about what we do ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist