Sermons on Commital:

Pride And Greed Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

We are taught to cover up. We use Tide Sticks, plastic surgery, and White-Out. However, God always seems to call our dirt into the light! This revealing series challenges us to expose the filth in our lives.

“Dirt” Part 1 – Pride and Greed I. Introduction We are taught to hide dirt. It begins innocently enough. Haven’t you pushed stuff in the closet or under the bed when guests are coming over? Haven’t you dusted around the vase rather than move it? Have you ever only ironed the front of the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 21:21-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Is Really In Charge?

Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 2, 2008

From a short two-session in depth Bible Study on Habakkuk...

Habakkuk Introduction: Nothing is really certain of the prophet Habakkuk. Even his name is a mystery because it has no real Hebrew origin or meaning. It could be derived from an ancient non-Hebrew word meaning dwarf or he could be named after a plant. One ancient manuscript (the legend of Bel ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Intercession Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 17, 2008

In this sermon we see that there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus because of the intercession of the Holy Spirit.

Scripture The first verse of the greatest chapter in the Bible—Romans 8:1—says, “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” Everything else that follows in the rest of Romans 8 tells us why there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. The first ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Identity Theft - A Case Of Stolen Identity

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 20, 2008

Every 79 seconds, a case of identity theft is reported in America. This message encourages the believer to know who they are in Christ Jesus - and not allow the thief come to steal that identity.

I. Twins – But Not the Same a. Text: Genesis 25:21-28 “[21] Now Isaac pleaded with the Lord for his wife, because she was barren; and the Lord granted his plea, and Rebekah his wife conceived. [22] But the children struggled together within her; and she said, ‘If all is well, why am I this way?’ So ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:21-28

Recession Obsession Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Oct 21, 2008

Dealing with our fears and worries about the economy in this series leading up the presidential election.

SE101908 STATE OF THE UNION 3. Recession Obsession Well it looks like we’re heading into some really tough economic times. You’ve already heard much about these high profile banks that have failed and a few others have merged just to survive. Perhaps you haven’t heard just how many other ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Am I A Jerk At Work? Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 19, 2007

The attitudes I must have in order for others to enjoy working with me.

AM I A JERK AT WORK? Part 2 of 6 of the series "When Relationships Disappoint You, How to Find God’s Peace in the Pain" I originally titled this week’s message "When You Work With a Jerk," but as I continued studying the Scriptures a different perspective presented itself. The Bible talks a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

I'm Filing For Divorce

Contributed by Tobey Benitez on Apr 20, 2007

Divorce is an option

I’M FILING FOR DIVORCE GALATIONS 5:16-17, 19-21 16: THIS I SAY THEN, WALK IN THE SPIRIT, AND YE SHALL NOT FULFIL THE LUST OF FLESH. 17: FOR THE FLESH LUSTETH AGAINST THE SPIRIT, AND THE SPIRIT AGAINST THE FLESH: AND THESE ARE CONTRARY THE ONE TO THE OTHER: SO THAT YE CANNOT DO THE THINGS THAT YE ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

"Hope” In Haggai And Zechariah: True, False, Postponed And Perilous Series

Contributed by Wm Darius Myers on Apr 24, 2007

Theme Paper in Haggai-Zechariah, tracing the appropriate applications of hope, despite the difficult realities of our circumstances. An excellent theme for redevelopment pastors to consider.

“Hope” in Haggai and Zechariah: True, False, Postponed and Perilous The Shawshank Redemption: Morgan Freeman tells fellow-inmate Tim Robbins, “Hope is a dangerous thing. Drive a man insane. It’s got no place here.” In a place like Yehud, with the Jews seeking to rebuild the temple amidst ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Four Stages Of Motherhood

Contributed by Neil Lieder on May 1, 2007

This is a great Mother’s Day sermon that covers all four stages of motherhood, giving Bibilical examples of each.

The Four Stages of Motherhood Tonight, in recognition of Mothers Day this Sunday, we want to celebrate the women who fill the high calling of Motherhood. Did that video reflect your thoughts about your own mother? Maybe some of you are thinking you only wish you had a mother like that. But you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 113:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cry Of A Wounded Warrior Series

Contributed by Larry Pozza on May 1, 2007

Psalm 79 is a lament psalm that teaches us how to take our questions to God in times of suffering.

The Cry of a Wounded Warrior Psalm 79 Introduction A. In his book The Barbarian Way Erwin McManus uses the illustration of Robert the Bruce to speak of our calling to be warriors in this world. He says Robert the Bruce was a Scottish noble that rose up to lead Scotland to freedom after the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 79:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

At The Cross

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on May 2, 2007

The cross must be in the center of our lives, because it is the power of God in our lives.

At The Cross TCF Good Friday Sermon April 6, 2007 1 Corinthians 1:17-25 (NIV) 17 For Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach the gospel--not with words of human wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power. 18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Are My Son

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007

Jesus’ baptism

YOU ARE MY SON - MATTHEW 3:13-17 Steve Simala Grant, June 1, 1997 INTRO: We’ve come this morning to celebrate who God is and what he is doing in our lives. To worship Him and to praise Him and to meet with Him face to face in a way that changes our lives. We’re going to continue to do that as we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, Psalm 29:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Spirit-Filled Life Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on May 7, 2007

Paul’s point is that the Holy Spirit is the controlling influence motivating and directing the lives of believers. As we sort through these participles, we can identify at least three results of the Holy Spirit’s influence.

The Spirit-Filled Life Ephesians 5:15-21 Quick Discussion: What are the two most significant influences on your life? “Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead be filled with the Spirit.” At the heart of this contrast is a life lived under the influence of … those influences, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wisdom To Accomplish Life Goals

Contributed by Sunday Adelaja on Jan 16, 2008

Write down His plans and intentions for your life and the ways He wants you to achieve your targets; also write down all your observations about people and life around you.

Tip #1: GET A NOTEBOOK TO WRITE DOWN ALL GOD REVEALS TO YOU. Write down His plans and intentions for your life and the ways He wants you to achieve your targets; also write down all your observations about people and life around you. And the LORD answered me, and said, Write the vision, and ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2

Denomination: Church Of God

To Forgive Is Divine Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 27, 2008

41st in a series from Ephesians. We need to forgive others in the body the same way God forgave us.

On Monday morning, October 2, 2006, a gunman entered a one-room Amish school in Nickel Mines, Pennsylvania. In front of twenty-five horrified pupils, thirty-two-year-old Charles Roberts ordered the boys and the teacher to leave. After tying the legs of the ten remaining girls, Roberts prepared to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32

Denomination: Baptist