Sermons on Critical Way:

On The Road Again: Going The Wrong Way Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

Four observations from Ruth about Elimelech, a backslidden Christian.

INTRODUCTION The story of Ruth has often been called the greatest piece of literature ever written and the Cinderella story of the Bible. I’m calling our study, “The Romance of Redemption,” a title I borrowed from Ray Stedman. How many of you have already read the story of ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

"In A Good Way Expect The Unexpected"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Oct 7, 2011

This is a story that God is still in the miracle business if we slow down and trust Him.

I want to thank you for all your prayers and support yesterday. Yesterday was one of the toughest and rewarding days of my life. I woke up in the morning to see our bank account in the red with no hope in sight. BUT, I know God. I have set my hope on the One who is faithful and I will not question ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11

Seven Ways To Open A Spiritual Door

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Mar 6, 2012

Spiritual doors can be opened trough spiritual ways. SOmetimes prayer is not enough...

Acts 14:27 NKJV "They reported all that God had done with them, and that He had opened the door of faith to the Gentiles." I. Preparation They ministered to the Lord and fasted" (Acts 13:2). Spiritual doors don't just open on their own accord. There is a spiritual element that must be recognized ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:3-16

Denomination: Baptist

6 Ways To Give People Hope Series

Contributed by Dag Heward-Mills on Jan 5, 2011

Do you wonder why nobody stays in your company or church for very long? Perhaps there is not much hope for the future. Perhaps they cannot see good things in store for them in the future. There is enough negative news around to keep people down, so deci

Six Ways to Give People Hope 1. Make promises and keep them. Every time you break a promise, you erode people’s trust in you. It is very difficult to make people trust you. When people do not trust you, they will not follow you. The whole of Jesus’ ministry was centered around a ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Way To Know God Better Series

Contributed by Jay Robison on Jan 11, 2011

Fasting is one way we can grow to know God better. Fasting involves agreement, alignment, and then God’s assignment. The three A’s are from Stovall Weems www.awake21.org

Pursing Jesus: TO KNOW GOD BETTER January 9, 2011 Jay Davis Robison Joel 2:12-32 So let me ask you, Have you broken it yet? New Year’s resolution To go on a diet, or be on time, save $$ or improve a relationship Talked to a guy to resolved to quit smoking asked how’s it going? Great ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-32

Denomination: Baptist

"Signs Along The Way: A Christmas Tree" Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 12, 2007

People are preparing for Christmas. It may be a secular holiday, rather than a holi day... but God can use the signs of the season to help us initiate conversations. The Holy Spirit can use the sign of the Christmas tree to create an interest and bring

In Jesus Holy Name December 12, 2007 Mid Week Advent II Redeemer “Signs along the Way” The signs of Christmas are all around. The shopping malls are full. Your neighborhood has homes decorated with Santa’s and Reindeer, and snow men and maybe a manger ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:57-63

Denomination: Lutheran

Abel: Faith To Follow God's Way Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Dec 17, 2007

By faith Abel chose obedience and was accepted by God.

Series: Heroes of the Faith ABEL: FAITH TO FOLLOW GOD’S WAY Hebrews 11:4; Genesis 4:1-5 I. ABEL’S FAITH PRODUCED A HEART PLEASING TO GOD (Genesis 4:4c) “...And the Lord had respect unto Abel...” Abel’s actions flowed from a Heart of Humility Cain’s actions flowed from a Heart of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Life Is Not A One Way Trip To Nowhere"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 30, 2008

Life in Christ is what brings meaning.

Acts 1:1-11; Ephesians 1:15-23 “Life Is Not a One Way Trip to Nowhere” by: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org In the 1997 blockbuster movie, As Good As It Gets Jack Nicholson plays the dysfunctional, acid-tongued, romance novelist Melvin ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Four Ways To Love Your Mother

Contributed by Dave Kinney on May 12, 2008

Regardless of our age, we can love mothers these 4 ways. Let’s make a lasting impact on our mothers!

Mother’s teach on a daily basis… RELIGION: "You better pray the stain will come out of the carpet." FORESIGHT: "Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you’re in an accident." IRONY: "Keep laughing and I’ll give you something to cry about." STAMINA: "You’ll sit there ’til all that ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Satan Steals Your Heart

Contributed by W. Alderman on Jun 30, 2007

This is a message that shows the way that Satan tries to steal your heart by studying the life of Absalom when he rebelled against his father’s kingdom.

THE WAY SATAN STEALS YOUR HEART! TEXT: 2 Samuel 15:1-6 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: David loved Absalom very much, yet the one whom he loved is trying to steal his own Father’s kingdom. This is an awful chapter that shows some of the events that takes place after ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

5 Ways To Bring God Glory

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 1, 2007

Can our life bring God glory? Can we really understand God? We sure can! As we yeild our lives unto Him He will yeild Himself unto us. Listen once again unto vs. 33 Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God!

The Reason for Everything Text: Romans 11:33-36 33 Oh, the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are His judgments and His ways past finding out! 34 “For who has known the mind of the LORD? Or who has become His counselor?” 35 “Or who has first given to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:33-36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sharing Your Faith Your Way

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007

personalizing the sharing of your faith to match your personality (much of the Contagious Christian stuff)

Sharing YOUR Faith YOUR Way: Acts 3-4 October 19-20, 2002 Intro: Last week my wife came home from work and said, “I feel bad. I realized on the way home that I had an opportunity to share my faith with a co-worker and I blew it. She had asked a question about how we balance life with both of us ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love Found A Way: To Bridge The Gap

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 8, 2007

Jesus bridges the gap, and we are witnesses to this incredible miracle!

Love Found A Way: To Bridge The Gap John 1:14 Intro: (video clip - intro scene in "The God’s Must Be Crazy") But it wasn’t garbage that came from heaven, like it was in the video clip. It wasn’t the discarded leftovers casually tossed overboard, having fulfilled their usefulness and now needing ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

6 Ways To Bring Personal Growth

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 13, 2007

Growing in Christ is what it’s all about!Remember we have someone greater than Solomon to learn from!

Personal Growth Text: Proverbs 1: 5 5.A wise man will hear and increase learning, and a man of understanding will attain wise counsel, The famous football coach John Wooden once said, “What counts, is what you learn after you know it all.” Teddy Roosevelt said, “There’s ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus The Only Way To Securing Life

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Oct 21, 2007

many people want a secure life...in this sermon we explore that Jesus is the only one who can offer true security

Sermon John 14:1-14 Jesus: the way to eternity What do we trust to give us a secure life? To enhance our life We are constantly bombarded with promises of a better life An easier life What are some of those things that you believe will give you a better life How tightly do you hold onto ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran