Sermons on Continual Growth:

The Problem With Big "I"S And Little "U"S

Contributed by Wayne Searls on Jul 13, 2005

Sermon emphasizing the need to truly love others as one’s self.

SCRIPTURE: Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any af-fection and mercy, fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Once, For All!

Contributed by David Richardson on Jul 15, 2005

Paul has some thought provoking and compelling words in Romans six. Words that are designed to cut to the heart of the listener. Words that are well chosen to solicit a quick response from the heart of the Christian and the backslider.

Title: Once, for all! Scripture: Romans 6:9-14 9 For we know that since Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again; death no longer has mastery over him. 10 The death he died, he died to sin once for all; but the life he lives, he lives to God. 11 In the same way, count yourselves ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:9-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 17, 2005

Learn from the mistakes of the Pharisees: (1) Don’t be too caught up by the outward, it’s the heart that counts; (2) Don’t be too caught up by what man thinks; it’s what God thinks that counts.

We are all creatures of habit. We do many things over and over again. • There is nothing wrong with that. There will surely be routines in life. • But the danger comes when we get so accustomed to them, that we no longer understand the reason why we are doing them. • If fact, we may have lost its ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-9, Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

You Need An Attitude Adjustment Series

Contributed by Jon Dart on Jul 18, 2005

Paul uses three important Greek words in Titus that give us an overview of his theology of Christian conduct.

Introduction to the Book of Titus Overview of the Epistle Who is God? He is the God of salvation How is He revealed in this text? He took the initiative to break into our world with the light of salvation that changes us uses us to attract others to its light I. Introduction A. Opener Felt need: I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Or Friend? (3) Series

Contributed by David Richardson on Jul 18, 2005

God desires to perfect us in Christ Jesus. As we move upward in that perfection, we become closer to God as we become more Christ-like. As we become closer to God, we move into a different relationship with God.

God or Friend? (Exodus 20:1~2a) And God spake all these words, saying, 2 I am the LORD thy God, which have brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage… (James 2:23) And the scripture was fulfilled which saith, Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for ...read more

Scripture: James 2:23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Una Razón Para… Someterse - Parte 4 Series

Contributed by Joshua Pinto on Jul 19, 2005

La sumisión Bíblica es no solo someterse por fuera, sino que también por dentro.

Una razón para… Someterse Al regresar a 1 Pedro el día de hoy, Pedro acaba de explicar que los cristianos somos extranjeros en este mundo. Mas sin embargo, ahora Pedro quiere que sus lectores entiendan que aunque su ciudadanía esta en el cielo, de todas formas deben ser buenos ciudadanos aquí en la ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Faith Not Seen

Contributed by David Rogers on Jul 19, 2005

A sermon that shows tht faith must be unconditional , nothing can be held back. That we must surrender all.

A Faith Not Seen 3/10/05 Matthew 8:5-13 Mt 8:5 And when he was entered into Capernaum, there came unto him a centurion, beseeching him, Mt 8:6 and saying, Lord, my servant lieth in the house sick of the palsy, grievously tormented. Mt 8:7 And he saith unto him, I will come and heal him. Mt 8:8 And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Where Are The Figs?

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 20, 2005

On a close inspection of our life what do we find. Have my years of privileged & opportunity through my sin & indifference has carried me future & further from God?

Where Are The Figs? Mk. 12:11-21 Many are like that famous painting of olden time, in which the artist depicted what seemed at a distance a holy friar with a book before him,, and his hands crossed in devotion, looking like a saint indeed, but when you came close to the venerable impostor, you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

What Causes Fussin And Fightin? Series

Contributed by Douglas Dudley on Jul 25, 2005

WILIE AND WAYLON SAYS,"THIS LIFE WE’RE LIVING HAS GOT US FIGHTING LIKE THE HATFIELDS AND THE MCCOYS.THIS AGE OLD PROBLEM STILL RAISES IT’S UGLY HEAD IN THE LORD’S CHURCH

What Causes Fussin’ and Fightin’? Text: James 4:1-10 I’m sure most of you have heard of the Hatfields and McCoys, two famous (or infamous) feuding families from the hills of Pikesville, Kentucky. Now, what you might not know is this famous family feud lasted for a decade—and it started over a ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wake Up!

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 25, 2005

This sermon is a call to be spiritually alert when we are tempted to be spiritually sleepy.

Some time ago Judy (my wife) and I attended a funeral on a Sunday afternoon. At that funeral I had an embarrassing experience with drowsiness. In fact, to be totally honest¡I fell asleep at the funeral. Falling asleep was not so bad. The embarrassing part occurred when Judy elbowed me and I jumped. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:37-41

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Of Zeal (By Pastor Jose Gomez Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jul 25, 2005

Discover biblical zeal - both short-term and long-term. God constantly motivates us and inspires us, but what keeps us moving regardless of circumstances?

A Life of Zeal Pastor Jose Gomez, Jr. Psalm 119:127-149 119:127 Truly, I love your commands more than gold, even the finest gold. 119:128 Truly, each of your commandments is right. That is why I hate every false way. 119:129 Your decrees are wonderful. No wonder I obey them! ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:127-149

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Your Name?/ What's In A Name?

Contributed by Jeff Leigh on Jul 25, 2005

See yourself as God sees you - what name are you calling yourself.

Little Penny told her mother one evening that she had learned a new prayer in Sunday school. She wanted to say it instead of her usual “ Now I lay me down to sleep”. Her mother agreed but was surprised, when Penny began “Our Father who art in heaven, hello, what be thy name?”. God might well ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Come-Alive-Power

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 27, 2005

Four Words that help us come alive in Christ 1. Courage, 2. Confidence, 3. Commmunication 4. Companionship

Sun. Oct. 24/93 Jn.10:1-10 Come-Alive-Power Read John 10:1-10 What is it that Christ gives us ? <--- LIFE What do I have as a saved person? <--- We don’t know what that life means. - Paul’s salutation in every letter tells us what is ours --- Grace & Peace - Only ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Apollos Question

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 1, 2005

Which is better Preparing or Participation?

Acts 18:24-28 The Apollos Question Preparation Or Participation Which is better Preparing or Participation? - With water Balloons it is Preparing and not Participating - With life it‘s defiantly participation not preparing - Ex. - Education preparation is a drag - But participation in what you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

Is Jesus Christ The Lord Of This Church? Series

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Aug 1, 2005

I once saw a package of plastic shark teeth that were labled as "genuine imitation shark teeth." I wonder if we aren’t guilty of being genuine imitation Christians at times. As Paul begins his letter he points out that the Colossians were 3D Christians-

SERIES: JESUS CHRIST IS LORD...SERIOUSLY! SERMON: IS JESUS CHRIST LORD OF THIS CHURCH? Colossians 1:1-8 INTRODUCTION: This church will be what it ought to be when our members become what they should be. I am beginning a new series of messages this morning from Paul’s letter to the church in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ