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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Based on the classic Christmas Eve Luke 2 text, I tried to speak to a largely seeking congregation regarding Christ's unconditional love.
Barbara Bush tells a Christmas Story about a little boy who really, really wanted a Red Sled for Christmas. He sat down and wrote a letter to Santa pleading his case. He wrote: “Dear Santa: I really, really want a red sled for Christmas. If you will bring me a red sled, I will be a perfect ...read more
Scripture: Luke 2:1-12
Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican
A sermon on the congregation's responsibilities to their elders (Much material taken from BIBLICAL ELDERSHIP by Alexander Strauch, Chapter 9 Paul's Instruction to Timothy)
HoHum: Lao Tzu said this of a leader: A leader is best when people barely know that he exists. He is not so good when people obey and acclaim him. He is worse when they despise him. Do something that will make them uncomfortable but elders stand and recognize them. WBTU: Except for last ...read more
Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-22
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
When adherents and members leave the fellowship of a congregation, how should we respond? We find guidance for our response in the actions of the Master.
JOHN 6:60-71 DO YOU WANT TO GO AWAY AS WELL? “When many of his disciples heard [Jesus’ describing Himself as ‘the Bread of Life’], they said, ‘This is a hard saying; who can listen to it?’ But Jesus, knowing in himself that his disciples were grumbling about ...read more
Scripture: John 6:60-71
Denomination: Baptist
Purpose of Sermon: To explore the meaning of honoring Christian brothers and sisters and to encourage the congregation to select someone that they can honor before the day is done.
WAC2BL: Honorable ~ Honoring One Another Scripture Text: Romans 12.9-13 INTRODUCTION It’s nothing new to expect that a person would-act according to a code-of-conduct. For-example… the investment-banker, turned-swindler – Bernie Madoff – …broke a ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:9-13
Denomination: Nazarene
This is the funeral sermon for my associate, Clyde Elliott. It was an incredible day, with two congregations and a couple hundred extra people. The sermon hymn was Undescribable!
Concordia Lutheran Church – Cerritos and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Garden Grove February 27, 2010 “Rain Gear, CHECK!” 1 Peter 1:3-9, Isaiah 43:1-3, Isaiah 48:16a † IN JESUS NAME † In the midst of these storms of life, may the grace, the mercy and the peace of ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9
Denomination: Lutheran
When the heart goes out of our faith, then the life goes out of our church. A vital congregation has its source in God.
Nobody wants to be a part of a dead church. Not even Jesus! In the last book of the Bible, the book of Revelation, we find Jesus speaking to the church in a city called Sardis, and you know what he says? He says: “I know your works; you have a name [for] being alive, but [actually] you are ...read more
Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
Today I want to preach another sermon that can be preached in any church in America, and it would apply to most of the people in any congregation.
I hope that as I preach the Word it will fall on good soil today. Illus: I heard of a preacher who was preaching a three-point sermon on the Second Coming of Christ, and he would close each of the main points of the sermon by saying, “HE IS COMING, READY OR NOT!” When he got to the third point ...read more
Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18
I used this as an informal message on a Sunday evening; letting the congregation guess what the situation was as I gave out the 'hints' one by one.
THREE SHORT PRAYERS: Some of the best prayers we pray are prayers that come from a desperate heart. • Jesus warned against praying just to be seen by other people: • Matthew 6:5, “When you pray you shall not be like the hypocrites. For they love to pray standing in the synagogues ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 14:30
Denomination: Methodist
Encourage the congregation to seek God's wisdom and love Him consistently, so they can arise and shine as beacons of His love and faithfulness in the world.
Good morning, family! I can't think of a better way to kick-start our time together than by diving headfirst into the rich wisdom of Proverbs. Proverbs 13:9 says, "The light of the righteous rejoices, but the lamp of the wicked will be put out." It's a powerful reminder of God's faithfulness and ...read more
Scripture: Proverbs 13:9
Topics: Moving Forward, Christ
To inspire the congregation to learn from Peter's faith and courage, and to become builders of the church, open to God's divine plan, just as he was.
Good morning, Church family! Today, we're diving deep into the Book of Acts, focusing on the adventures and exploits of that rock-solid disciple, Peter. His role in the early church was monumental and his life-changing experience at Pentecost is something that continues to inspire us today. Peter, ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:14-41
Topics: Peter, Early Church
Explore the power of God's strength, the importance of perseverance, and the victory that comes from faith, encouraging the congregation to face their battles with courage and faith in God.
Good morning, church family. Today, we're diving into the heart of a battle. We're going to be exploring the depths of God's strength, the power of perseverance and the victory of faith. As we navigate through this sermon, I want to remind you of the powerful words spoken by C.S. Lewis, "God knows ...read more
Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:8
Topics: Perseverance, Fight
Discusses Paul’s use of love as the yardstick for Christian living, then turns to several congregational issues to ask what the loving response would be.
Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany (Year C) 1 Corinthians 13, is a popular passage to use for wedding sermons, because of course the topic is love. Brides and grooms have often chosen this lesson because of the beautiful, poetic prose it contains. But Paul did not write this to the Corinthians so ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13
Part four of a series on solving problems God’s way. This is a particularly good series for pastor’s/leaders instituting change within a congregation.
Introduction: New Coke Read Scripture/Pray Background: Nehemiah is headed into unfamiliar territory-four months and 8000 mi. Purpose Statement: to be effective change agents for God it is essential that we... I. Use the authority given you (v. 9) A. Nehemiah went forth in the Kings Name 1. More ...read more
Scripture: Nehemiah 2:9-20
Involves the congregation in some immediate community-building, as well as inviting them to see the face of Jesus on their brother or sister. Explores the corporate role of "communion".
Easter 3A - April 14, 2002 "Made Known In The Breaking of the Bread" - Luke 24:13-35 Grace and peace be to you from our Lord and Savior, who is made known to us in the breaking of the bread. On that first Easter day, two of Jesus’ followers were heading away from Jerusalem toward Emmaus. ...read more
Scripture: Luke 24:13-35
Sermon preached Easter weekend in the first person - pastor dressed in period costume as Pontius Pilate - and members of the congregation interacting as characters in the Easter story.
Allow me to introduce myself to you. My name is Pontius Pilate. You probably know me as the Roman official who presided over the trial that ended with the sentence of crucifixion for Jesus the Christ. Being the governor of an out-of-the-way and insignificant Roman province like Judea was not ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 27:1-65
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