Sermons on Control:

A Cry Of Submission Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 21, 2006

Last of a 7 part series that examines the heart of Jesus through his last words from the cross.

For the last six weeks we’ve been on a journey into the heart of Jesus as we have examined His last words from the cross. Jesus began by focusing on others: • His cry for pardon – “Father forgive them for they do not know what they are doing” – focused on the people who were putting him to death. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive & Set Yourself Free

Contributed by Robbie Bankens on Apr 27, 2006

The ultimate proof of total forgiveness takes place when you and I sincerely petition God to let those who have hurt us off the hook, NO MATTER WHAT THEY’VE DONE!

Whenever I preached here a couple of months ago, I shared some of my testimony and I briefly touched on the subject of forgiveness and the powerful affect that it had on me. I know that the Lord dealt with some of you in that service and about some issues in your own life. Pastor Hanchey asked me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

1 - The Day After Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Apr 29, 2006

Part 1 of "40 Days with the Lord" Series.

40 Days with the Lord Part 1 – The Day After Rev. Bruce A. Shields 4/30/2006 First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan www.tawasbaptist.org WELCOME SCRIPTURE READING Luke 24:1 – 12 (The Resurrection) “1 On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Bible Church

Melchizedek Who

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 1, 2006

This scriptures records the first time the tithe was paid but not the last

We don’t know a whole lot about him, and what we do know is buried in mystery. We know that he was the King of Salem, we know that he was a priest of the Most High God, we know that he had a funny name and we know that Abraham thought enough of him that he made an offering of ten percent of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:18-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

Cracking The Da Vinci Code, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on May 1, 2006

The truth about the Bible

[Much of the content of this message is from Foundations (Teacher’s Guide, vol. 1) by Tom Holladay & Kay Warren.] “The Bible did not arrive by fax from heaven…. The Bible is a product of man, my dear. Not of God. The Bible did not fall magically from the clouds. Man created it as a historical ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

"Happy About Starving" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on May 2, 2006

Sermon 5 in a study in the Sermon on the Mount

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” As we come to examine this fourth beatitude I make two fundamental observations. One is that it is the first one that is not focused on us, but focused on God. The first three have to do with the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Orthodox

The Risen Jesus Changes Lives

Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 2, 2006

Easter 3(C) - The risen Jesus changes lives by forgiving our past and directing our future.

THE RISEN JESUS CHANGES LIVES April 30, 2006 - EASTER 3 - Acts 9:1-20 Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord, those who are called and chosen by our Savior Jesus Christ: God’s grace, mercy and peace: Whether we realize it or not, for each and every one of us here today and for each and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

#9 Geshem And Worldly Compromise. Series

Contributed by James May on May 3, 2006

#9 in the Nehemiah Series deals with Geshem, an enemy who symbolizes our propesity for worldly compromise and yeilding to temptation.

Book of Nehemiah Series #9 Nehemiah Chapter 6 Geshem and Worldly Compromise. By Pastor Jim May Nehemiah 6:1-2, "Now it came to pass, when Sanballat, and Tobiah, and Geshem the Arabian, and the rest of our enemies, heard that I had builded the wall, and that there was no breach left therein; ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Is Faith? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 4, 2006

This sermon examines the biblical description of faith. What is faith? One way to get a better picture of biblical faith is to gain a clear understanding of what biblical faith is not.

Scripture Author Tim Hansel tells the story about the day he and his son Zac were out in the country, climbing around in some cliffs. He heard a voice from above him yell, “Hey Dad! Catch me!” He turned around to see Zac joyfully jumping off a rock straight at him. Zac had first jumped and then ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30, Daniel 6:25-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Da Vinci Code; Can We Trust The Bible? (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on May 4, 2006

The Bible, best seller of all time...Dan Brown says we can’t trust it....Well, can we?

All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, so that everyone who belongs to God may be proficient, equipped for every good work. 2 Timothy 3:16 - 17 (NRSVA) The Bible has been called "The Divine ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: United Methodist

Psalm 29. A Psalm For Those Who Feel Bullied Series

Contributed by George Barton on May 9, 2006

Demonstrates that Psalm 29, written by David, was probably directed against people likle Goliath, who bullied others.

PSALM 29 A PSALM FOR THOSE WHO FEEL BULLIED REVISED MAY 9, 2006 This morning I want to talk especially to men and boys about bullying and intimidation. It seems to me that many Christian men think that bullying and intimidation are appropriate in the Christian church. Often these men do the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Ubos Na..?

Contributed by Norman Lorenzo on May 9, 2006

A sermon that will teach us what will we do when we feel we are drained out

Ubos Na..? What Do You Do When Your Wine Runs Out? John 2:1-10 SCRIPTURE READING Pagkalipas ng dalawang araw, may kasalan sa Cana, Galilea, at naroon ang ina ni Jesus. (2) Si Jesus at ang kan¬yang mga alagad ay naroon din. (3) Kina¬pos ng alak kaya’t sinabi ng ina ni Jesus sa kanya, “Naubusan ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Life Story Of Joseph

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 10, 2006

our story this week is about a guy who had no supernatural strength. He had no halos. He never performed miracles. But he had a great heart of grace. The Joseph story is quite a lengthy story (Gen.37 – 45), so allow me to summarize. The dramatic narrative

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: I have to tell you that I’m proud of my WV heritage, but over the years I have had to overcome a lot of adversity associated with my home state. People actually think that one leg is longer than the other and that people don’t wear shoes. In fact, I pulled out of my ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:20

Ever-Flowing Stream Of Grace

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 20, 2006

The children of God who allow the Holy Spirit to illuminate into their hearts the truths found in what Isaiah wrote overcome circumstances that can cause them to doubt the Lord’s love for them. They find themselves walking in the power of Almighty God,

Turn Bibles to Isaiah 40:28-31 Title: Ever-flowing Stream of Grace Theme: Results from Trusting in God Introduction: The results in trusting in God are far beyond outward observance and far beyond the onlooker’s perspective. These results grow out of our relationship with God the Father, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Warriors In The Army Of God

Contributed by James May on May 28, 2006

What did God see in Gideon that caused God to call him a "Mighty man of Valor"? Does God see that in us?

Warriors in the Army of God By Pastor Jim May Welcome Warriors, Oh Mighty Men and Women of Valor! Welcome courageous youth; welcome children of God who have come to join the fight; Welcome to the Lord’s Army. All of you have volunteered for service, for the duration of your life, and you are ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible