Sermons on Craftiness:

Journey From Religion To Relationship Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Mar 29, 2013

What is religion? So many people when they talk about Christianity call it religion. They say I got religion, or I’m a religious person. Or I don’t want to hear about Jesus because I don’t like religion. Religion is the conscientious following of rules th

I am covering in a summary fashion 3 chapters in the book of Luke this morning so I won’t be reading a lot of Scripture and there is no outline, but I will be referring to several passages. I encourage you to read Luke chapters 19-23 on your own this week to prepare for Easter weekend. I want ...read more

I Never Lost My Praise

Contributed by Spencer Miller on Apr 23, 2013

Praising the Lord should not depend on the circumstances of your life

20 Then Job arose, tore his robe, and shaved his head; and he fell to the ground and worshipped. 21 And he said: “Naked I came from my mother’s womb, And naked shall I return there. The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; Blessed (or Praise) be the name of the Lord.” 22 In all this Job did ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

What Now Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 14, 2014

Since we are free in Christ we need to make the most of that freedom.

What Now? Text: Gal. 5:13-26 Introduction 1. Illustration: There were many dilemma’s at the end of the Civil War. How do we rebuild the country? How do we heal the deep wounds that tore the nation apart for four bloody years? For the now free slaves the dilemma was now that we are free what ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Methodist

Stewardship

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Feb 2, 2013

We should know how to manage money if we are to be good stewards of the money resources God has entrusted to us.

Stewardship We should know how to manage money if we are to be good stewards of the money resources God has entrusted to us. UNDERSTANDING STEWARDSHIP Luke 12:42-46 - Who then is that faithful and wise steward, whom his master will make ruler over his household, to give them their portion of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:42-46

Denomination: Charismatic

Little Leopards

Contributed by Ricky Taylor on Dec 13, 2014

Little sins become big sins...

Little Leopards 2 Samuel 11: 2 “And it came to pass in an eveningtide, that David arose from off his bed, and walked upon the roof of the king's house: and from the roof he saw a woman washing herself; and the woman was very beautiful to look upon. 3 And David sent and enquired after the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:2-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Right Hand Of God

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Jan 27, 2020

God is still doing powerful things through His right hand. Learn how to experience the marvelous and miraculous through God's right hand of power.

Introduction What is a new song? I’m sure you have come across the phrase in different passages of the Bible. Psalm 98:1-2 helps us to understand what a new song is and the circumstances that give rise to someone singing a new song. We are told in this bible passage to sing to the Lord a new song ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-2, Exodus 15:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rebellion Series

Contributed by Greg Lindsey on Mar 7, 2020

A Journey Through the Larger Story of the 66 Books of the Bible.

So hey there, good to see you and to have you with us. If you are a new friend here for the first time this weekend (or an online friend tuning in right now) as always we want to give a special shout out to you and let you know that you are always safe and welcome here regardless of how your story ...read more

Captivating Series

Contributed by Greg Lindsey on Mar 8, 2020

Jesus Came To Rescue You. He cares about more than what you have done. He cares about what has been done to, said to, and said about you. Not just forgiveness but healing, redemption and restoration is available too.

ILLUST> In the movie Shall We Dance, John Clark is middle aged Chicago estate lawyer who loves his family and his wife Beverly but their combined hectic lives and schedules have left him feeling unfulfilled and empty. Like we talked about last week he is a man who has lost heart. So he decides ...read more

Heroes And Villains Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 23, 2020

As Paul concludes his letter to the Romans, he commends many people in Rome while warning them of others. Paul's long list of people gives us a rare snapshot into the nature of the early church.

A. A young adult man was walking through a supermarket to pick up a few things when he noticed an older lady following him around. 1. Thinking nothing of it, he ignored her and continued on. 2. Finally, when he went to the checkout line, she quickly slipped in front of him. 3. “Pardon me,” she ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Beg Your Pardon, God Has Promised A Rose Garden, Someday. Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 8, 2011

We have before us one of the most needed and significant promises in the Bible.

Intro: 1. There is a flower called the corpse flower [ti-tan a-rum]. It can grow up to 10 feet tall. It has bright red blooms that look like rotten meat. It attracts flies and carion beetles. Matthew Opel, from the University of Connecticut said: "The corpse flower looks like ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

When God Seems Far Away

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Jun 24, 2012

"When God Seems Far Away" is an exposition of Psalm 61, which teaches that you can never be so far away that God cannot hear you when you call.

WHEN GOD SEEMS FAR AWAY Psalm 61 A certain little boy greatly missed his father, who was separated from the family for the long time by military duty. But the boy was comforted by a picture of his dad that sat in a frame on his nightstand. When he was frightened at night, he would state at the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 61:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Devil Wants Your Children

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 25, 2012

What would you do if I were to tell you that there is someone so perverted, so sick, so disgusting, so vindictive, so vial and so obsessed with your children that they will do anything in their power destroy their innocence, ruin their lives, rob them of

“The Devil wants your Children” By Pastor M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Psalm 34:11-22. What would you do if I were to tell you that there is someone so perverted, so sick, so disgusting, so vindictive, so vial and so obsessed with your children that they will do anything in their power destroy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:11-22

Denomination: Apostolic

Tares Among The Wheat

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 9, 2015

To establish that denominational institutions, orders, or so called religious bodies are merely tares among the wheat. This lesson deals with the origin and practices of denominationalism.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Seed of the Son's Kingdom 2. The Seed of Satan's Kingdom 3. The Sentence of the Son’s Kingdom Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing a theme of most importance to all who would seek the kingdom of God. Our Lord taught much in parables ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-45, Matthew 13:47-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

His Workmanship-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 11, 2015

1 of 2. The apostle Paul related that the intent of Jesus’ sacrifice was to release man to affect God’s purposes. Christians are the purposeful workmanship of God. But How/Why? Christian workmanship entails a hallmark...

HIS WORKMANSHIP-I—Eph. 2:10 “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.” Attention: We use the phrase ‘He/She’s a real piece o work!’ to describe someone who is a loose cannon, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Mystery Of Godliness

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 8, 2015

To establish that the “mystery of godliness” is manifested in the church through its saints, foundation, and founder, the only begotten Son of God. This lesson deals with the “truth, which is after godliness.”

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Regarding the Christian's Behavior 2. Regarding the Church's Buttress 3. Regarding Christ the Only-Begotten Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will discuss a portion of Paul's first letter to Timothy. This letter has been described by biblical historians ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ