Sermons on Cost Of Commitment:

From Tranquility To Captivity

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on May 4, 2003

Paul’s transition from a time of tranquility to captivity actually served to take his ministry to a new realm of effectiveness.

From Tranquility to Captivity. Acts 21:1 After we had torn ourselves away from them, we put out to sea and sailed straight to Cos. The next day we went to Rhodes and from there to Patara. 2:We found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, went on board and set sail. 3:After sighting Cyprus and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-15, Acts 9:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Avoiding Costly Mistakes At All Costs: Our Plans Series

Contributed by Don Jones on Aug 20, 2006

Series focuses Biblical characters who made serious mistakes and what we can do to avoid them and better follow Christ.

Avoiding Costly Mistakes at All Costs - Our Plans Genesis 15-16 Pastor Don Jones West Glendale Baptist Church The word disciple occurs in the New Testament 261 times. Jesus called His disciples and Jesus calls us to be disciples. The Greek word for disciple is properly translated, "learner". ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Priority Of Stewardship Series

Contributed by Wayne Mock on Feb 4, 2011

Followers of Christ have the priority of being good stewards of life for Him.

Each week of this month we have been challenged through God’s word and by His Holy Spirit to look at ourselves in an honestly critical way. We have been performing various Priority Checks. Each week we have examined priorities in our life from a different vantage point. However, each week we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Someone Worth Losing Everything For Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 17, 2012

Losing the crowd versus radical commitment

“SOMEONE WORTH LOSING EVERTHING FOR” (Radical #1) John 6: 53-66 (p755) Sept. 4, 2011 If Jesus tarries, over the next 9 weeks we’re going to examine what it means to Radically follow Jesus Christ…Our missions committee chairman, Doug Lucas asked if I might mention the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:53-66

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Am I Here For

Contributed by Rudy Klimes on Dec 27, 2002

Find the purpose of your life by examining Esther’s experience

What Am I Here For? Objective: Participants shall find their mission in life by applying lessons from Queen Esther’s experience. In the 470s BC, King Xerxes ruled Persia and Esther was queen. For background, read the book of Esther ( or Megillat Esther and Purim) and below. Then write: My life ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:14-16, Acts 20:24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"The Great Invitation"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 12, 2004

We are confronted with many invitations, but there is only one invitation which will satisfy our needs.

ISAIAH 55:1-9 “The Great Invitation” By Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org “Get your hot dogs here! Only $5.00.” “Ice cold Coke here, ice cold Coke! Only $4.50.” That’s what we hear when we go to see a baseball, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

"They Didn't Bow, Bend, Or Burn"

Contributed by Ray Scott on May 20, 2004

The 3 Hebrew children took a stand for God, Who didn’t save them FROM the fire, but saved them IN the fire. God has a purpose for every fiery trial that we go through.

“They Didn’t Bow, Bend, or Burn” Daniel 3:1-30 INTRODUCTION: The Babylonians invaded Palestine in 605 BC and carried away Jewish captives back to Babylon. They selected the educated, prominent and choice men and boys. Among this group was Daniel. Daniel 2:48-49 – all turn. 1.- CIRCUMSTANCES – ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Treasure And The Pearl Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 31, 2005

Sermon on the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price.

The Treasure and the Pearl Matt. 13:44-46 INTRO.: You will notice as we continue to meditate on the stories Jesus told that many of the stories come from Matthew 13 and Luke 14. That’s because these chapters record so many parables Jesus used. In parables, an everyday event is used to teach ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Day Jesus Lost His Crowd

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 27, 2013

Churches put a lot of emphasis on drawing a crowd. Jesus did not. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

The Day Jesus Lost His Crowd John 6 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/DayJesusLostCrowd.html Churches put a lot of emphasis on drawing a crowd. Jesus did not. I’ve never known a preacher whose church was in decline who wasn’t insecure about it, no matter the reason for it. Usually a pastor ...read more

Scripture: John 6:41-71

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage The Right Person Series

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 21, 2002

Part 3 of 5 "The Lord of the Rings" The key to a great marriage is marrying the right person!

Quest for the Sacred Rings Lord of the Rings (part 3 of 5) “Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will he not first sit down and estimate the cost to see if he has enough money to complete it? 29 For if he lays the foundation and is not able to finish it, everyone who sees it will ridicule ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-31

Denomination: Baptist

Carrying Your Own Cross Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 17, 2018

We are called to do more than to come to church, we are called to be sold out to Jesus and His kingdom!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Well, you are back, last week was a difficult message to absorb, I hope last week’s message was enlightening and challenging for each of us. It was for me. • As we continue with our series, DISCOVERING DISCIPLESHIP, each week will be a challenge for each of us to go deeper ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Parable Of The Treasures

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002

The kingdom of God is like a treasure.

Introduction: A number of years ago, there was a geologist by the name of Dr. Williamson who was doing some work in the country of Tanzania. One day, he found himself driving in a deserted area, slipping and sliding along a rain-soaked road. Suddenly his four-wheel drive vehicle sank up to its ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Some Myths About Marriage Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 27, 2001

This sermon is the third in the series and it deals with Christians being faithful to God in their relationships. Begins myths on marriage.

Some Myths About Dating, Marriage & Divorce III 6/4/00 Proverbs 3:1-11 Hebrews 13:1-8 For Christians, The date you set for your wedding, should not be based upon how much money you need to save for an elaborate wedding. It should not be based on how many more years of school you have ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-11, Hebrews 13:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Thinking Clearly About Marriage

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 29, 2005

This Sermon deals with what we can expect in marriage.

Thinking Clearly About Marriage 2/13/2005 Genesis 2:19-25 1 Corin 7:1-7 For Christians, The date you set for your wedding, should not be based upon how much money you need to save for an elaborate wedding. It should not be based on how many more years of school you have left. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Affair Proofing Your Marriage Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 2, 2004

4th in a 5 part series of applying Biblical answers to family issues. (Using the 10 commandments as the Biblical basis.)

"AFFAIR-PROOFING YOUR MARRIAGE" Exodus 20:14, Matthew 5:27-28, Hebrews 13:4 INTRODUCTION: As you drive and see signs (common road signs)like these do you resent it or appreciate it? If you understand that D.O.T. puts those signs there for your protection due to certain road conditions you ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14

Denomination: Christian Church