Sermons on Critic:

Bathroom Scale Christianity

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Oct 18, 2003

Pentecost 17: It is uncomfortable to consider the shortcomings of our faith life. This message focuses on The advice that the Epistle of James gives us to make our faith vital and active.

There is one device in many homes that is despised. It is often ignored and hidden away because we just simply don’t want to deal it. When we use it, it can have a wonderful or terrible effect on us. Is it the lawn mower? No! Is it the microwave oven? No! Is it the vacuum cleaner? No! It’s the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Why's Of Scripture

Contributed by Jeff Steele on Oct 18, 2000

In our scripture reading this morning we see the Apostle Paul answering questions from the Corinthian church.

In our scripture reading this morning we see the Apostle Paul answering questions from the Corinthian church. He responds by saying that he can fathom the mysteries and has all knowledge, but he looks through the glass darkly. He was speaking of a mirror, which in his day was made of polish metal, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Marriage 101

Contributed by Kevin Keeling on May 8, 2004

1. “Marriage is instituted by God as a Covenant relationship between one man and one woman”.

Genesis 2:22 And the rib, which the LORD God had taken from man, made he a woman, and brought her unto the man. 23 And Adam said, This is now bone of my bones, and flesh of my flesh: she shall be called Woman, because she was taken out of Man. 24 Therefore shall a man leave his father and his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

Vine & Branch Study Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 26, 2004

PART 3 A lot of this sermon series is like the study the Vine & Branch Study

The Vine & Branch Study Part III Am I A LEAF LOVER OR A FRUIT FANATIC How successfully do you set priorities for your life from the perspective of what God? Wants? Do you see your priorities changing as you mature to as a Christian? Think of leaves as those things in your life often even good ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Disappointment With Jesus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 1, 2004

Does following Jesus Christ faithfully mean we do not doubt Him, that we rarely feel the sting of disappointment?

Disappointment With Jesus (Luke 7:1-35) Intro 1. I have often been disappointed in the Christian life and ministry. 2. New believer: faith could move mountains, family would be saved 3. I’d live a nearly perfect life filled with joy and spiritual victories¡K 4. Ministry: I’d put the principles ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Becoming A Giantkiller Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Feb 21, 2003

There are no hopeless situations; only people who have grown hopeless because of their situations!

BECOMING A GIANTKILLER! I Samuel 17 What kind of Giant are you facing RIGHT NOW? Maybe you are struggling with problems so huge that you think you can’t overcome them. Or your giant may be people who frighten you -- a demanding boss, a cynical professor, a domineering mother-in-law. Do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:4-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Man's Best Friend: A Friend's Day Message

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jun 30, 2006

WHO IS MAN’S BEST FRIEND? It is not a cat! It is not a Dog! Even though my Boston Terrier is truly one of the best friends I have. IT IS THE LORD JESUS.

MAN’S BEST FRIEND: A Friend’s Day Message PSALM 23 Today is our FRIEND DAY. Some of you are here because one of our member asked you to come and be their friend today. We welcome you and we are so thrilled that you chose to share this time with us. I felt that my message today should ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"What To Do When God Does Not Make Sense"

Contributed by John Reynolds on Jul 22, 2006

A biblical, yet practical response when challenged with life’s circumstances not making sense.

WHAT TO DO WHEN GOD DOES NOT MAKE SENSE Text: Job 1:1-2:13 Introduction: WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN LIFE DOES NOT MAKE SENSE? WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN LIFE DOES NOT SEEM FAIR? WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN FEELINGS OF ABANDONMENT ARE EXPERIENCED? WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE? WHAT DO YOU ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Warfare 3 Series

Contributed by Shane Hart on Aug 10, 2006

A series looking at the daily realities of spiritual warfare which we all face.

What about spiritual warfare? 2 Corinthians 10 Last week we looked at the need for discernment. Tonight, we will spend our time on eliminating false discernment. I made a statement last week that left a few people scratching their heads. At least one I know about anyway. It was about the Bible ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-62

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dealing With Conflict Series

Contributed by Dennis Cummins on Oct 18, 2006

This can be viewed on Itunes podcast or Video cast under ExperienceChurch.tv or viewed online at www.experiencechurch.tv. Conflict is inevitable within the church, so how do we deal with it.

American Idols - The Progression of an Idol Exodus 20:4-5 (New Living Translation) 4"Do not make idols of any kind, whether in the shape of birds or animals or fish. 5You must never worship or bow down to them, for I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God who will not share your affection with any ...read more

Scripture: James 3:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Give Honor

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 2, 2005

We give honor by expecting the best of each other, by not playing favorites, and by caring about each other’s well-being.

Give Honor I Timothy 5:17-23 INTRODUCTION: Today we are honoring several groups of people. We are honoring our Graduates from High School or College. We are honoring those who have served in the Military. And we will be honoring past elders who have served faithfully in our congregation. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Identify An Abuser Of Authority

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2006

Let us identify twenty of the characteristics of abusers of the truth, their positions of authority and their opportunities

How to Identify an Abuser of Authority (2 Cor 11:12-20) "I would die before taking your money. I’m giving nobody grounds for lumping me in with those money grubbing preachers vaunting themselves as something special. They’re a sorry bunch - pseudo apostles, lying preachers, crooked workers - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:12-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Family - Yours To Discover!

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Sep 16, 2008

Families are not always fun. We tend to be quite dysfunctional! But families are God’s design and we need to value it, work at it, and celebrate families!

FAMILY – YOURS TO DISCOVER! Scripture reading: Ephesians 1:3-6 (New Living Translation) - Festival – an event that focuses on a specific aspect of a community - Types – Jazz Fest, Film Fests, Food Rodeo, Strawberry! - This weekend – Family Fest – an event that focuses on the specific aspect of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

God Wants You Going Forward

Contributed by Isaias Sanchez on May 29, 2008

You have a challenge of seeing yourself the way God sees you. As you see yourself, so others will see you.

God wants you going forward You have a challenge of seeing yourself the way God sees you. As you see yourself, so others will see you. The command is to walk, or live, by what God has to say about you, not by the opinions of man. You cannot conquer what you don’t confront, and you cannot ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pursuing Purity Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jul 1, 2008

The blessedness – the joy and the extreme happiness of the pure in heart, comes from a deep love for God.

PURSUING PURITY Matthew 5:8 BE PERFECT SERIES The blessedness – the joy and the extreme happiness of the pure in heart, comes from a deep love for God. Holiness Misunderstood 1. Boring 2. Impossible 3. Not really necessary 4. Critical attitude "Happy are pure in heart; they will see God!" ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Church Of God