Sermons on Coming:

The Witness Of Our Finances Part 1 Series

Contributed by Brian Gilbert on Feb 16, 2005

This is message #2 in the Faith and Finance Series - IN GOD WE TRUST. It deals with the witness of faithful finances.

“IN GOD WE TRUST” Faith & Finance Series The Witness of Faithful Finances Part 1 INTRODUCTION: Two weeks ago, we began a new series on Faith & Finance titled IN GOD WE TRUST. We learned that before we can be prosperous and truly successful in anything including our finances ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Transformation

Contributed by Richard Francis on Feb 16, 2005

Seeking gods presence to be transformed from Glory to Glory, made in the likeness of Jesus

Transformation, You can’t earn Gods Love but you can be perfected by it! Context # 1 Paul was speaking to the Christians at the church in Corinth There was descent in the ranks, he was facing a “Back to Moses” movement As he faced his opponents he brings in wide ranging arguments comparing the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Taxing Question

Contributed by Kory Wilcoxson on Feb 19, 2005

A stewardship sermon Jesus’ words on paying taxes to Caesar

You know, Nelson and I talked about it, and we almost skipped doing stewardship sermons these next two Sundays. Instead, we were going to make a deal with you all. If you meet the stewardship goal, we were going to put a clock on the pulpit. If you exceeded the goal by $5,000, we were going to look ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Set Eternity In Our Hearts Lord!

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Mar 1, 2005

This message talks about Heaven and gives 3 points about why Heaven should be considered.

Title: Set Eternity In Our Hearts Lord! Text: Matt 13:44-52 Read Text!!! Pray!!! Introduction: - Today’s message is an introduction to this evenings message. - Tonight is part 6 in my prophecy series called Reigning with God in the Millennium. - It will be like Heaven on earth, when the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-52

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Possibilities Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Scott Malone on Mar 1, 2005

Prayer is the power source for all ministry

THE POSSIBILITIES OF PRAYER John 14:12-14 When I first started as a professional counselor, I came to that time when classes were done, practicums were over, and it was time to sit down with that first client who was going to actually pay money to talk to you. I remember the agony of the hour or ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Feast Of Unleavend Bread (Matzah) Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 4, 2005

God is serious when He says, “Be holy even as I am holy” (I Peter 1:16); He IS holy, and He calls us to holiness, as illustrated by the Feast of Matzo.

The Feast of Unleavened Bread (HaMatzah) (Leviticus 23: 6-8) 1. Whenever we address the Levitical Feasts, we are on Jewish ground. 2. So what better way to start today’s sermon than with a great Jewish joke: The Cohen Brothers & Mr. Ford It was a sweltering August day when all three Cohen ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:6-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who' Driving Your Car

Contributed by John Myers on Mar 9, 2005

2,000 years ago the apostle Paul was changed in an astonishing conversion on the road to Damascus. The man who killed Christians, now became one. Yet after a life of hatred, killing, and deliberately finding violence on the open road of life, Paul k

Who’s Driving Your Car? Acts 9:19-27; 13:13-15; 13:44,45; Galatians 1:15-18 Have you ever known anyone who needed solitude in their lives. Listen to this story John had married young, divorced young, came from a wealthy family, had moved from Central America to the U.S. when he was five, lived in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:2-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessed Are The Merciful Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 7, 2005

In order to cope with all of the pain and suffering that goes on around us, we have learned to control our emotions and we don’t allow ourselves to dwell too long on all that ails this world. In the process however, we have become almost indifferent and m

Introduction: We live in a world where it is easy to become cold-hearted, insensitive, and unsympathetic. With news available to us 24/7, we can see the tragedies almost as they take place most anywhere in the world. Constantly we hear of, and see the results of violent acts that have occurred. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cultivating A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 14, 2005

I think we learn several things about gratitude when we look at the story of the ten lepers and Jesus.

Cultivating a Grateful Heart Luke 17:11-19 INTRODUCTION... Inventions (http://inventors.about.com) We live in an amazing world. We have so much and so many things to make our lives easier. We should be thankful that we live in this modern technological age! Did you realize that until 1750, a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stephen--Full Life, Good Death

Contributed by Chris Tiller on Nov 17, 2005

Stephen is an example of living and dying (1) without fear, (2) without bitterness, (3) focused on Christ, (4)immersed in scripture.

They say that two things are inevitable: death and taxes. The task of an accountant is to minimize the taxes people pay. I read somewhere that the task of a pastor is to prepare people for a good death. Of course, this statement might be overly simplistic theologically. It might be overly ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Help, I See Fat People

Contributed by Joshua Bowers on Nov 20, 2005

I think God wants us to be FAT. Faithful, Available, Teachable.

I see FAT people. 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 6Therefore we are always confident and know that as long as we are at home in the body we are away from the Lord. 7We live by faith, not by sight. 8We are confident, I say, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord. 9So we make it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-10

Denomination: Church Of God

The Big Finish Series

Contributed by David Asch on Nov 21, 2005

You never know what circumstance or what person God will use to accomplish something extraordinary…

THE BIG FINISH Ruth 4:13-22 INTRO: At a young age, George Herman Ruth was left at St. Mary’s Industrial School, where he met brother Matthias. It was there that “Babe” Ruth learned about baseball. [Clip from The Babe] You never know what circumstance or what person God will use to accomplish ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:13-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Approach To Worship Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Nov 25, 2005

Is there a right or wrong way to approach God’s throne? This sermon looks at what Jesus says is the appropriate posture for worship.

The Approach to Worship Text: John 4:20-26 Introduction: A couple had two boys, 8 and 10, who were always getting into trouble. The parents were certain if any mischief occurred in the community their two young sons were involved. They were at a loss as to what to do about their behavior. Then ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Developing An Attitude Of Gratitude Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Nov 30, 2005

Part 4 in series on restoring the joy in the Christian life. This message focuses on thankfulness. Suitable for Thanksgiving. Expanded outline.

RESTORING THE JOY Part 4: Developing an attitude of gratitude Bob James of Paint Rock, Texas, had a problem with stinging ants in his yard. He laid a small portion of poison around their mound. Thinking the tiny granules of poison were food, the ants began to pick them up and carry them ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Baptist

Keys To Joy-- Thanksgiving 4 Of 4 Series

Contributed by David Hodgin on Dec 2, 2005

Living with joy is not easy, but if we pursue joy as God instructs we we can live the joy filled life!

Bible verses mentioned in today’s message 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Hebrews 13:15 Jeremiah 2:32 Acts2:1-4 Romans 12:2 Proverbs 14:12 Matthew 5:21-44 Philippians 4:4-7 1Th 5:16 Be joyful always; 1Th 5:17 pray continually; 1Th 5:18 give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18