Sermons on Completeness:

The Church And You

Contributed by James H Boyd on Feb 17, 2003

Examing the vital role of the local church in the believer’s life

CH__CH; What is missing? UR! I saw this humorous quote on a church sign several years ago, and it has always stuck with me. The church is not complete without "U"! Likewise, a Christian’s life can never be complete apart from a healthy, Bible believing, Spirit filled church. It goes hand in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25, Ephesians 4:16

Denomination: Charismatic

The Question Without An Answer Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Mar 7, 2003

This message deals with Hebrews 2:1-4. It is a part of my message series on the book of Hebrews.

THE QUESTION WITHOUT AN ANSWER Hebrews 2:1-4 (KJV) 1 Therefore we ought to give the more earnest heed to the things which we have heard, lest at any time we should let them slipa . 2 For if the word spoken by angels was stedfast, and every transgression and disobedience received a just recompence ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Unwritten Chapters Of Faith Series

Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 25, 2001

Many great books are never written for one reason or another. Many great people are never recognized for their greatness. Such are those who are people of faith. Their lives would fill volumes but these chapters will never be written. THE WORLD IS A F

January 15, 1994 -- AM UNWRITTEN CHAPTERS OF FAITH Hebrews 11:32-40 INTRO: Many great books are never written for one reason or another. Many great people are never recognized for their greatness. Such are those who are people of faith. Their lives would fill volumes but these chapters will ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Baptist

Anticipated Reign Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 8, 2001

Using Isaiah’s prophecy we can anticipate Christ’s millennial rule on earth by first allowing Christ to rule our hearts and lives.

EDEN. THE GARDEN. PARADISE. THE PLACE CREATED BY GOD IN WHICH HE SAID "IT IS GOOD!" A PLACE THAT DEFINED PERFECTION AND HOLINESS. A PLACE WHERE GOD COULD DWELL AND COMMUNE WITH HIS CREATION. A PLACE OF PEACE THAT HAS BEEN BROKEN AND IS NO LONGER ACCESSIBLE DUE TO HUMANITIES DESTRUCTIVE CHOICE TO ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10

Denomination: Free Methodist

Godly Zeal—part 1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 27, 2001

The strengthening of godly zeal is a major factor in the effectiveness & unity of God’s witness/people. Godly zeal arises from...

GODLY ZEAL—Part I—Joshua 22:1-9 Obligations/Change is good Printer faded/To shop/needs cleaning/$50 minimum fee/Clerk advised ‘Might be better off reading manual & cleaning it yourself//customer shocked at advice— ‘Does the owner know you discourage business?’/ ‘Yeah, its his idea; We make more ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of The Impossible

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jan 9, 2002

A lesson designed to show the power of God in our lives.

THE GOD OF THE IMPOSSIBLE Luke 18:18-27 INTRODUCTION: What would you say is the greatest danger facing the Church today? Liberalism, Humanism, Phariseeism, Feminism? Some say it is Christian Colleges, Post Modern Thinking, The NIV. I have my own personal convictions about those things, but I do ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

4th Sunday Of Trinity 2001

Contributed by Roger Hartline on Jul 8, 2001

The Keys to the Kingdom of Mercy Judging, condemning or forgiveness

THE FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY, 2001 From the Gospel: Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful. Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven. In the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:36

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

"The Life Of Jesus Christ"

Contributed by Danny Moss on Jan 29, 2002

This sermon calls upon all believers to re-live the life of Christ.

THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST Text: 2nd Corinthians 4:5-11 For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus’ sake. For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkenss, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting For Something Special Series

Contributed by James Capps on Dec 12, 2000

Based on the encounter with Simeon, how he waited and how we are to patiently wait for the return of Jesus

Waiting for Something Special Luke 2:25-32 2nd Sunday in Advent No one likes to wait Was at Sam’s the other day….had to stand in line what seemed forever (probably only 10 minutes) Was going to Vanderbilt for Jacob Maxwell’s surgery and got in morning traffic..took me over an hour to get ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Methodist

Propelled By Passion

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 16, 2001

Passion is the driving force in the life of the church and the life of a Christian.

Propelled by Passion Mark 12:28-34 June 1999 Introduction I. W.E. Sangster A. Interviewing ministerial candidates 1. Interview process: Group of individuals interviewed ministry applicants, Sangster was a part of this group, this was a large task in the Methodist church 2. One specific pastoral ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Church Of God

The Word Of Grace

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 29, 2001

Jesus is God’s Word of grace

The Word of Grace John 1:1-18 March 8, 1998 Introduction I. How do you know something? A. What is knowledge? 1. For many knowledge is merely a system of facts and figures 2. For others knowledge is how to do a particular task or to operate specific things 3. In our age of information is knowledge ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Why Jesus Did Not Cater To Those He Led Who Failed To Show Respect

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus knew the best ways to deal with His followers when they got out of line.

1. Jesus knew the best ways to deal with His followers when they got out of line. One day Peter took Jesus aside and began to rebuke him saying that he should not suggest that he must be rejected by the elders, chief priests and teacher of the law and that he must be killed. Jesus said to Peter, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Resolving Your Spiritual Fatigue

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 18, 2002

There are times in everyone’s walk with god that they need a spiritual refill

Resolving Your Spiritual Fatigue Selected Passages August 18, 2002 Introduction I read about a woman who telephoned a friend and asked how she was feeling, "Terrible," came the reply over the wire, "my head’s splitting and my back and legs are killing me. The house is a mess, and the kids are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Church Of God

The Life Of Dependance

Contributed by Craig Fenton on Sep 23, 2001

Our life dependance on Jesus

TITLE: The Life of Dependence PROPOSITION: The Christian life is one of constant dependence on the Lord. INTERROGATIVE SENTENCE: Why must the Christian life be one of constant dependence? TRANSITIONAL SENTENCE: There are several areas of our lives which must be lived in dependence on someone or ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why God Used Stephen In Such Powerful Ways

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 23, 2001

The Lord multiplies those who are willing to follow Christ in all aspects of life even if it means personal sacrifice. Stephen spoke out against the idolatry of the people who trusted more in the gods of their own making than Jehovah. (Acts 7:40) It might

Why God Used Stephen’s Willingness to Die for What He Believed (Acts 7) Illustration:Ministry that costs nothing, accomplishes nothing. John Henry Jowett. 1. Jesus said, “If anyone will come after me let him deny himself, take up his cross daily and follow me.” (Luke 9:23) The Lord multiplies ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-60

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational