Sermons on Conferences:

Life In Paradox

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 3, 2006

An evangelistic call to die to self

April 2, 2006 Fifth Sunday in the Season of Lent Now among those who went up to worship at the festival were some Greeks. They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, and said to him, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” Philip went and told Andrew; then Andrew and Philip went and told Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: United Methodist

An Invitation To Partnership

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Apr 5, 2006

Paul felt a sense of joy and comfort with the Church in Philippi. We can experience that same joy and comfort by functioning as partners in ministry.

April 5, 2006 Text Phillipians 1:3-5 3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first until now. Partnership ------ what a great concept ----- The very idea of a good partnership ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Distinguishing Marks Series

Contributed by Mark Neilly on Nov 22, 2002

We all have marks that distinguish us from others, and Christ says His church should exhibit things which will distinguish them from the world

John 17: 13 - 17 Distinguishing Marks Mikael Gorbachev had a very obvious distinguishing mark on his forehead. This prompted many to make fun of him. He was always and instantly recognisable. I suppose we all have something which distinguishes us from other people - even twins have certain ...read more

Scripture: John 17:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Do Something About It Series

Contributed by Richard White on Jun 4, 2004

We see something that needs to be done. We can either walk away, point it out to someone else, or do something about it.

Do something about it! Neh. 2:11ff When I was in High School, I had a love for classical music and for Broadway musicals. 1812 Overture was one of my favorites, as well as Handel’s “Messiah” especially the Halleluiah Chorus. If you notice each piece has three parts, which are often played ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:11-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Day Of Pentecost, Pt. 5 Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 6, 2004

Acts Series: 12th Sermon--Dynamics of a Great Ministry

The Day of Pentecost, pt. 5 (Secrets of a Great Church) Acts 2:37-42 Last week: Great 10 min. sermon Peter preached on the day of Pentecost…afterwards, several things happened which we can identify as secrets of a great church! [ingredients of a great church] How can a church be defined as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-42

Denomination: Baptist

Been With Jesus Lately? Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 8, 2004

Acts Series: 19th Sermon--Being w/ Jesus will change…Your Love, Your Loyalty, and Your Life!

Been With Jesus Lately? Acts 4:13-22 Sanhedrin/the supreme court of Jews in those days…but they were unspeakably corrupt…had passed on their offices thru the family regardless of qualifications…were money-hungry/power-hungry. These also are the ones who had Jesus crucified…and now the apostles ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

God's Beloved

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 31, 2000

Year C. The Baptism of Our Lord January 7, 2001

Year C. The Baptism of Our Lord Luke 3: 15-16, 21-22 Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church Web page http://lordofthelake.org By The Rev. Jerry Morrissey, Esq., Pastor E-mail pastor@southshore.com Title; “God’s Beloved” Heavenly Father we do not fear, for You have redeemed us; You have called us by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-22

Denomination: Lutheran

What Should We Think About Abortion? Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 29, 2001

A reflection on current trends in abortion and what a Christian should know from Scripture.

WHAT SHOULD WE THINK ABOUT ABORTION? QUESTION: What is your standard for right and wrong? OPENING ILLUSTRATION… Bush Blocks U.S. Abortion Aid By SANDRA SOBIERAJ, Associated Press Writer WASHINGTON (AP) - On Monday’s anniversary of the Supreme Court decision legalizing abortion, President Bush ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 21:22-25, Job 10:8-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Prodigal Son Revisted

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 24, 2006

Why the original version would have been so shocking

The Gospel reading is taken from: Luke 15:11-20 11 Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his Father, ’Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them. 13 "Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-20

Denomination: Anglican

Power Of Patience Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Oct 25, 2006

Patience the fruit of the spirit

Patience - Fruit of the Spirit July 20, 2003 AM, - Danny L. Williams Gal. 5:22 - Are you a patient person? Maybe we should ask your wife, or your husband or children, are you a patient person? I really believed I was a patient person, up until this week, I guess I got tested early, My ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Ready For A Revolution

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Oct 27, 2006

Are you tired of Church as usual? Do you want to experience God. Do you want to tear do traditions. Are you a revolutionary.

“Are You Ready for a Revolution” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Acts 16:16-20 & 17:1-6 Now when you have a subject such as this “Are you ready for a Revolution”, you immediately develop 2 distinct groups of people. The 1st group is those that sit on edge with a snarl on their face ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

Facing Your Giants: Slump Guns Series

Contributed by Max Lucado on Nov 1, 2006

These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. It is never too late to get up when you have been knocked down.

“Slump Guns” 1 Samuel 30:1-6 These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. THEME: It is never too late to get up when you have been knocked down. Introduction: In Max Lucado’s book, Facing Your Giants, he relates the story that was not David’s finest ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-6, 1 Samuel 30:1-30

Denomination: Christian Church

The Work Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Allen Patterson on Nov 2, 2006

The function and person of the Holy Spirit.

Intro Let me begin by telling you a story about a man who was going skydiving for the first time. He had taken all his lessons and it was time for his first solo jump. So he jumped out of the plane, but he panicked and couldn’t remember how to open his parachute. As he was falling rapidly to the ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christian Security

Contributed by Bryan Dill on Nov 5, 2006

Some Christians seem to have more confidence in the security of their homes than they do the security God has promised. Consider these three areas in which we can rest assured of God’s security.

What kind of security do you have in your home? Do you have any at all? It might just be something as simple as a dead-bolt lock. Or, maybe you have some of those motion-sensored lights that will turn on automatically if someone walks by it. Or, maybe you have a guard dog. Sometimes those ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Impressing People Or Connecting With God?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 12, 2006

Authenticity is the mark of the person who connects with God.

Title: Impressing People or Connecting with God? Text: Luke 18:9-14 Thesis: Authenticity is the mark of the person who connects with God. Background Information: Our story is found in the context of Jesus¡¦ teaching regarding the coming of the Kingdom of God. Jesus gives somewhat mixed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational