Sermons on Continue In Prayer:

The Focus Factor

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Sep 9, 2003

How we are to focus on the cross in this life.

September 3, 2003 Ephesians 5:15-20 One of many things that impresses me about the ministry of Jesus was His focus. He never lost sight of the reason why he had come. As a matter of fact, at times he was so focused on His mission, that his disciples started to become worried about ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran

There Is Strength In Weakness

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 11, 2003

In the life of Gideon there are truths and principles for successful Christian families.

There is Strength in Weakness -God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things- Judges 6-7 In the life and mission of Gideon we see that God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. In the person of Gideon we see there is strength in weakness. When you see how God used Gideon you ...read more

Denomination: Free Methodist

Made To Be In God's Family Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Feb 27, 2003

Part 3 - This series is looking into the purpose of life and how to live them out. This message deals with purpose #2 Made to be in God’s Family.

Living a Purpose Driven Life part 3 (Made to be in God’s Family) Brian A. Moon (Based on the book The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren) At the annual family-reunion picnic, a young bride led her husband over to an old woman busily crocheting in a rocker. "Granny," she said, touching the old ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:5, 1 Peter 2:17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Betrayed, Forsaken, And Crucified

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Mar 1, 2003

Have you ever been Betrayed? Have you been Forsaken? Jesus was both of these and more, He was Betrayed, Forsaken, and Crucified! This message deals with these three words that the scripture tells us of Christ last days.

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism Betrayed, Forsaken, And Crucified ! By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. Our text verses today come from the books of; Matthew 26:1,2; Matthew 26:30-35; Mark 14:50; John 16:32; and John 19:16. Matthew 26:1-2, “And it came to pass, when Jesus had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Prepared For Destiny

Contributed by John Slythe on Mar 6, 2003

Are we ready to fulfill what God has instore for us. Three basic attitudes are necessary. God shows them to us in one verse of scripture.

Prepared for Destiny! Exodus 12:11, “This is how you are to eat it: with your cloak tucked into your belt, your sandals on your feet and your staffing your hand. Eat it in haste; it is the Lord’s Passover.” When you become a Christian one thing we need to have is readiness. Readiness because ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:11

Denomination: Christian Church

The New Commandment

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Mar 14, 2003

Jesus gives His disciples a new commandment.

The New Commandment John 13: 34 – 35 Jeff Hughes I. Introduction a. It’s always a privilege to teach from God’s Word, and when Pastor Ron asked me to teach tonight I was excited to get the chance to come and share with y’all. b. So, first, to start, let me set the stage for our passage tonight. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Look Up And Live

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Mar 30, 2003

Exploration of the typology of the bronze snake of Numbers 21 and what it means to believe.

- - - - - - - - - Unless otherwise indicated all scripture is quoted from the New Living Translation of the Bible. - - - - - - - - - Some of you have perhaps heard of the US Government’s directive on dealing with an Anaconda attack. Anaconda’s, as everyone knows are large semi-aquatic snakes ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9, John 3:14-21

Denomination: *other

Our Adversary Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jan 21, 2004

The 2nd message in a series on spiritual warfare unveiling the person, nature, and tactics of Satan.

The Battle is the Lord’s Your Adversary Trans: Two weeks ago we began a study on the topic of spiritual warfare by investigating the reality of this spiritual war b/w the Devil and God. Text: Ephesians 6:10-17 Note: This Scripture helps us to understand the basic problem – there is a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17, Ezekiel 28:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Does Jesus Care? Series

Contributed by Frank Weller on Jan 24, 2004

Based on the old hymn, this series answers the question, "Does Jesus Care?" It is a five part series, and answers the four questions posed by each of the hymns four stanzas.

Do you remember pot-bellied pigs? They were one of the passing fads from the 1980s – that decade when all of us had big hair, big glasses and really fuzzy sweaters. Some of us also had pot-bellied pigs. Around our house, pigs were for eating and not for petting. The “pet pig craze” never caught ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 10:1, Psalm 13:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Life On Purpose

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Feb 2, 2004

A sermon that was developed by reading some of the Purpose Driven Life, by Rick Warren.

Living With Purpose, Not Many Are Doing It. Pastor Glenn Newton June 29th, 2003 Jer. 29:11 11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. NIV Prov. 13:7 “A pretentious , showy life is an empty life; a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Proverbs 13:7

Denomination: Nazarene

Believers Worship God With Reverence And Awe

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 8, 2004

EPIPHANY 5(A) - Believers worhsip God with reverence and awe not just on one but as a way of life.

BELIEVERS WORSHIP GOD WITH REVERENCE AND AWE Isaiah 58:5-9a - February 8, 2004 ISAIAH 58:5-9a 5Is this the kind of fast I have chosen, only a day for a man to humble himself? Is it only for bowing one’s head like a reed and for lying on sackcloth and ashes? Is that what you ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:5-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Sexual Purity Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Feb 11, 2004

God’s plan for our lives commands sexual relations be enjoyed in the context of marriage only. This plan is for our best. This plan is difficult, but possible.

Clarity or Confusion? 3. Sexual Purity Feb. 8, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: God’s plan for our lives commands sexual relations be enjoyed in the context of marriage only. This plan is for our best. This plan is difficult, but possible. Intro: Contrast the rules of Roy Rogers’ riders rules with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-7, Matthew 5:27-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeing God Through Service Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 2, 2004

When we discover where, who and how to serve in the Kingdom of God we also discover God himself at every corner. Have you seen the Lord today?

Most commentators recognize Luke 9:51 – 19:27 as a special section containing information about Jesus that is unique to Luke’s gospel. Many of the most popular teachings of Jesus are found only here in the scripture. The Good Samaritan, the Prodigal Son, the Rich Man and Lazarus, the Ten Lepers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Out Of Sight: When The Lot Falls On You -- Or Doesn't

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 31, 2003

Our work is different when we are supervised than when we are not, but our character and commitment are measured thereby. We can be Matthias, who accepted an assignment he did not seek, with joy; or Joseph Justus, who failed to get that same assignment,

When you can see your supervisor, you work. When you cannot see him, your work style is likely to slow down. The difference between those two things is the measure of your character and your commitment. When you can see your supervisor, you work diligently. You work hard; you get the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-26

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of Mercy Part Ii Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 2, 2003

In order to receive God’s mercy, we need to give mercy.

God Stories – Mercy Part II June 1, 2003 Receiving God’s Mercy In Les Misérables the antagonist is a police man named Javert. He is a pitiful man who believes in judgment alone and not mercy. Last week we saw the clip from the movie where Jean Valjean receives mercy from the Bishop and I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: *other