Sermons on Concrete:

Flee Or Flirt, It's Your Choice (Part One)

Contributed by Bob Boerman on Jun 19, 2017

this sermon focuses on Paul's instructions in 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 as it relates to true sexual freedom.

The Church in a Messy World Flee or Flirt, it’s Your Choice (Part One) 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 June 18, 2017 Introduction: A couple months ago, Jean and I went to lunch at an outdoor restaurant with Kim, Ben and our 3-year-old grandson Asher and one-year-old granddaughter, Nora. I think they’re both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Do It! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 6, 2017

If you want to pass the tests of life and come out on the other side of your trials a better person, more like Christ, then with God’s help: Receive the Word – do it! Reflect on the Word – fix it! And practice true religion – live it!

In her book Amazing Grace, writer and poet Kathleen Norris shares what she calls “the scariest story” she's ever heard about the Bible. Norris and her husband were visiting a man named Arlo, a rugged, self-made man who was facing terminal cancer. During their visit, Arlo started talking about his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-27

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Accidental Suffering Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

Let's look at this accidental death of a New Testament teenager and see what we can learn about the cause and cure of suffering.

The Cherynoble nuclear accident in Russia was one of the most headline grabbing events of the 20th century. But what we do not realize is that many accidents are not spectacular explosions, fiery crashes, or powerful events of violence. There are also very silent accidents which are equally ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:7-12

The Greatest Creator Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 14, 2021

Man’s choices as to the origin of the universe are reduced to two. It either came by chance circumstances, or it came by the mind and power of a Creator.

The story is told of the teacher who asked her class to write down what they thought were the 7 great wonders of the world. They could be the ancient wonders or the modern wonders. The choices were many and one little girl could not finish her list. The teacher said just read what you have and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:2

Healthy Independence-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 7, 2020

1 of ? The prophet Jeremiah contrasted two major aspects of Independence—Independence from God versus independence from the world. Dependence upon YHWH brings independence from worldly influence. How can I be independent of worldly influence? A Healthy Independence Engages...

HEALTHY INDEPENDENCE-I—Jeremiah 17:1-14 Attention: Play Ball! A father introduced his 5-year-old son to the game of baseball by taking him to several games. The Star-Spangled Banner was sung before the start of each game, & the little fellow got to where he had memorized the patriotic ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:1-4, Jeremiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Mother's Day 2021: The Holy One In Our Midst

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 10, 2021

The occasion of ‘Mother’s Day’ gives us the opportunity to look at Hosea 11 and meditate on the Holy One in our midst a bit differently.

MOTHER’S DAY 2021: THE HOLY ONE IN OUR MIDST Hosea 11:1-12 #MothersDay2021 INTRODUCTION … You Know You are A Mom When (humormatters.com/holidays/mothersday.htm#) * Your feet stick to the kitchen floor.....and you don't care. * When the kids are fighting, you threaten to lock them in a room ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joseph Reveals Himself Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Nov 2, 2020

It is at this point that chapter 45 begins. It continues from chapter 44 where Judah tries to reason out with this Egyptian official and offers himself as a substitute for Benjamin in whose sack was Joseph’s silver cup.

Joseph reveals himself Gen. 45: 1-45 It is at this point that chapter 45 begins. It continues from chapter 44 where Judah tries to reason out with this Egyptian official and offers himself as a substitute for Benjamin in whose sack was Joseph’s silver cup. Judah and his brothers anxiously ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I'm Not Good Enough

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Dec 23, 2020

Hve you ever thought you were not good enough for your spouse, friends, job, yourseld or even God?

I’m Not _____ Enough I’m Not Good Enough Pastor Tim Porter Introduction: Good morning! How are you guys doing? I want to welcome everybody to the bridge Church today. Let me begin with just a word of prayer. It has been said that we’re only as sick as our secrets. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:2, Romans 5:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A New Fellowship Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jul 4, 2021

Because of Easter we have a new community. Jesus says that the church is important because of it's foundation, it's function, it's fruit and it's future.

EASTER – A NEW FELLOWSHIP I heard the story of a pastor who was the supply preacher for church in a small town in Texas. He would drive to that town early Sunday morning, preach a sermon to the congregation, and then leave after lunch. Usually he would arrive before the service and go to a local ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Intoxicated? Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 11, 2020

1) The Prohibition (Ephesians 5:18a), 2) The Product (Ephesians 5:18b), 3) The Principle (Ephesians 5:18c) to avoid intoxication as a believer in Christ.

Ephesians 5:18a [18] And do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery, (but be filled with the Spirit), (ESV) If you have been following what has been deemed essential and non-essential by government officials during this COVID season, there has been some surprising designations. Corporate ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Other

Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-4

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 15, 2020

4 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. •But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself, the Church, & others) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT-IV—1John 3:10--4:21 Attention: I have a west-facing window in my office that looks over across 1st St. If something I find interesting happens outside, I put on my glasses because I am near-sighted. I do that so I can clearly see what is transpiring. I might ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:14

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-5

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 22, 2020

5 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. •But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself, the Church, & others) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT--5 —1John 3:10--4:21 Attention: Remember that I gave you an example of putting on my glasses, so that I can be more discerning, & thus more effective in my ministry. If you are a Christian, you are equipped to be, & are expected to be, ‘spiritually ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Urgency Of Repenting Today

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 2, 2021

Now—and not later—is the time to begin a different way of life. And what makes this call so urgent? It is this one, undeniable fact: Christ is on his way.

The men who bring God’s Word have a difficult job. It’s not the years of study before entering the ministry. It’s not the many hours spent writing sermons. It’s not even getting over the fear of public speaking. Bringing God’s Word is difficult because of what that Word means. It’s a serious Word. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20, Luke 3:7-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Blessing Of Tithing

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 22, 2021

It is easy to take the credit for our success. But if we understand where all blessing comes from, we start to realize that this is something that God has granted. Then we rejoice as we give, and we are glad to show him our gratitude.

They say that it’s bad manners to bring up certain topics in public. One of these sensitive issues is money. We could talk about finances in a general way—interest rates, property taxes, the markets—but when it comes to personal finance, it’s a different story. It’s not polite to talk about how ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-19, 2 Corinthians 9:6-15, Deuteronomy 14:22-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Membership Matters Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 12, 2019

Along with the privileges of membership in the body of Christ are many responsibilities. In order to have a growing and strong church, we must have every member doing their part.

A. The American Express Credit Card Company had an ad campaign slogan for 10 years, from 1987 to 1996 called “Membership has its privileges.” 1. That was certainly true for American Express credit card holders. 2. What I want us to realize is that membership in the family of God, the Church, has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16, Acts 2:42-47, Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ