Sermons on Contented:

Prayer-Works Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Feb 16, 2008

Why ‘work’ instead of ‘activity’ of prayer or ‘picnic’ of prayer? Why does ‘prayer concert’, or ‘prayer vigil’ sound so gray and bland? The answer is obvious. Prayer is hard work! It is rewarding; it is life-changing; but it is hard.

We continue today on our topic, “Learning to serve in a Service-less Age”, more specifically looking at “The refurbished Life”. God refurbishes our lives, in part, through “The Habit of Prayer”. I confess my struggle with this topic. It is complex yet simple. So complex that we will not even begin ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Jesus Sends Out The Twelve Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 15, 2011

Jesus Sends Out The Twelve - the challenge to evangelise. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: responsibility (vs 7) reliance (vs 8-10) repentance (vs 12) reward (vs 13) SERMON CONTENT: Ill: • Some people are naturally pessimists; • They would rather see the negative than the positive. • I like the story of the man and his dog were walking along the beach, • When they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: Brethren

Dear Sweet Matilda With Two Faces

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Aug 27, 2009

A story of perception and deception based on hypocrasy.

Out of the shadow came sweet little Matilda, an elderly woman who was very sociable and liked to talk to everyone and anyone. Everyone knew Matilda in the town, she was there from day dot – she was always there. No one could imagine the town without her she was so well known and so kind and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Congregational

Signature Scent

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 7, 2010

A sweet aroma ascends God-ward. Godly living, which includes the proclamation of the gospel, manifests Christ to men, and thus, it brings pleasure and glory to God.

Opening illustration: You can’t see it, hear it, or touch it, but scent is powerful. The smell of things like crayons, petunias, and colognes evoke memories that transport me to the past and bring to mind people and places I might not otherwise recall. Some celebrities have fragrances named after ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Judge Not

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 26, 2011

It is not our job to judge.

Judge Not Based on Francis Frangipane’s Holiness, Truth, and the Presence of God Introduction A Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. Matt 11:29 (KJV)Voice of creation describing Himself as meek and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9

Denomination: Baptist

An Introduction To John's Gospel Series

Contributed by Craig Cramblet on Mar 1, 2008

An introduction to John’s Gospel. How and why is it different from the synoptic Gospels?

“The Jesus Files” An introduction to John’s Gospel “Jesus: He is a path, if any be misled. If any are hungry, He is bread. Those in bondage, He can make free. If any be weak, how strong is He! To the dead, He is life. To the sick, He is health. He is the truest source of joy, and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pure Or Polluted Refreshment Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 14, 2011

Don't let God's best for you be wasted on the illusion of greener pastures somewhere else. Instead, rejoice with your spouse as you give yourselves first to God, then to each other.

PROVERBS 5: 15-20 PURE OR POLLUTED REFRESHMENT This eye opening chapter deals with a delicate subject daringly and with great directness. The way of wisdom is superbly illustrated by contrasting the false (7-14) with the true. These positive teachings concerning marriage relationship are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 5:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Home Work - Pt. 3 - Working Families Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 22, 2011

Every home needs work! It is a good thing that there is a blueprint we can follow to build strong homes!

Home Work Pt. 3 – Working Families Over the last two week’s we have been handing out home work at church! The first week I gave the home work to the dads. Fight apathy, help your families make good decisions, set priorities, and establish godly boundaries or guardrails. We continue to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Celebrate The Birth Of Jesus!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 19, 2010

Celebrate the Birth of Jesus! 1) His birth is a sign that God is with us. 2) Our celebration is a sign that we are with God. (Adapted from sermon theme and parts by Walter Westphal)

There’s nothing like a good birthday party - especially when that party is for you. Your favourite cake and ice cream have been prepared, friends and family have been invited, and best of all the presents are all for you! Can you imagine what it would be like if millions of people celebrated ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-14

Denomination: Lutheran

For The Love Of Christ Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2009

To introduce the book of Colossians and give us a picture of what the church can be when Christ is First and Foremost.

FOR THE LOVE OF CHRIST Colossians 1:1-7 INTRODUCTION: A. This morning we will begin our look at the book of Colossians 1. It s main purpose is to lift up the preeminence of Christ. 2. Paul declares For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Pt. 2 Rediscovering Biblical Womanhood Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jun 10, 2013

Who can find a virtuous woman?The most valuable stone in the Mid East is an oriental Ruby & Solomon estimated the worth / value of a special woman to be of much greater worth than rubies!

Rebuilding Broken Families pt. 2 Rediscovering Biblical Womanhood Feb. 10, 2013 A Who can find a virtuous woman? 1 The most valuable stone in the Mid East is an oriental Ruby & Solomon estimated the worth / value of a special woman to be of much greater worth than rubies! a How easy to find ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Ten Commandments In Verses Lived Out

Contributed by Your Brother In Christ A on Jun 15, 2013

love is the fulfulment of the law Pro_19:11 The discretion of a man makes him slow to anger, And his glory is to overlook a transgression.

I believe in love, sometimes people just want to spread the Word and Love the Lord but all christians sometimes makes mistakes by acciden, you know they copy and paste the wrong love song in the wrong spot, guess what they get persecuted by well meaning other Christians. what happens, they scare ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:18, Matthew 5:23

Denomination: Methodist

Death Is Dead

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 17, 2013

An Easter sermon, sharing the joy and promise of the fact death is dead.

Easter March 31, 2013 Luke 24:1-12 Some of you know that I am not musically gifted. I can’t carry a tune, I don’t know melody from harmony from rhythm. I don’t play any musical instruments, partly because I can’t read music; and maybe you don’t know it, but I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Transcedent Truth

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Nov 7, 2011

What makes love the greatest thing in the word as Henry Drummand called love? What makes it the transcendent truth?

“The Transcendent Truth” 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Scripture Reading 1 Corinthians 13:13 “And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.” John McAurther writes from one of his sermons as an introduction: "Today I want to talk to you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

26 Essential Benefits Of The Gospel Of Christ

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 4, 2012

Twenty-five essential benefits of the gospel of Christ

Twenty-six essential benefits of the gospel of Christ Cal Thomas Quotation - The most syndicated journalist in the U.S.A., Cal Thomas, was asked why is there not more improvement in the character, conditions and general well being of Americans? "I believe many people talk about the problems in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational