Sermons on Cycles:

Christmas Light To Destroy The Curse Of Darkness Series

Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Dec 27, 2011

Unto You A Savior is Born: Noah was safe while floating through a devastating flood. We are safe from every threat for the simple reason that through Christ we have been placed in God and joined to His divine nature. Nothing shall by any means harm us.

Christmas Light to Destroy the Curse of Darkness Pastor Dan Little adfontes.djl@gmail.com Twice, over this Christmas season, we have read through Luke’s narrative concerning the conception and birth of Jesus. Today I want to focus just on Luke 2:10 & 11. Luke 2:10 & 11 Luke 2:10 "Fear not, for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-38

Denomination: *other

Once Saved, Always Saved

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 7, 2011

A sermon against once saved always saved (Material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell's boo, Set Free)

HoHum: A fellow got up one morning and decided he no longer was going to shave himself, he was instead going to the barber for his morning shave. The town barber also happened to be the local preacher in town. When the guy walked into the barber shop the barber/preacher was not there, he was out ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"It Is Finished"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 20, 2011

A sermon for Good Friday.

John 19:16-30 “It Is Finished” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge UMC, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org We often speak of the Cross of Jesus Christ as a stark tragedy; as the most awful, wicked, and “out of place” thing that ever happened on this planet. And, in ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-30

Denomination: United Methodist

An Unforgettable Moment Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on May 16, 2011

There are some events in our lives which are unforgettable. Such is the proclamation of Christ by Simon Peter at Caesarea Philippi. Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God!

Now Jesus and His disciples went out to the towns of Caesarea Philippi; and on the road He kept on asking asked His disciples, saying to them, “Who do men say that I am?” So they answered, “John the Baptist; but some say, Elijah; and others, one of the prophets.” He said to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Nov 8, 2007

The church must speak Gods truth even when the government of the day no longer wishes to hear it. Pray we find the courage our brave veterans posses so that we too can defend the faith from enemies both foreign and domestic and enjoy our freedom.

Freedom There are many kinds of freedom and many kinds of slavery. We can be free in our spirit and souls yet be enslaved and held prisoner by a government that does not recognize our God or our beliefs. We think of ancient times when Christians were brought into the arenas as slaves for the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is "Church” A Dirty Word? Series

Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 19, 2008

"Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another - and all the more as you see the Day approaching." (Hebrews 10:25)

I’ve always felt a little guilty over church. I felt guilty when I didn’t attend; felt guilty when I did attend; felt guilty if I didn’t become a member; felt guilty after I became a member; felt guilty when I stayed at a certain church; and felt guilty when I left that church. Then the cycle ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Slaying Grendel (Sin)

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Apr 10, 2008

A challenge to greater confront, get serious, and declare personal war on our own sins.

Slaying Our ’Grendel’ Perth Bible Church Sunday, March 30, 2008 AM Pastor Todd Leupold INTRODUCTION: This morning, I stand before you deeply disturbed . . . and yet, positively hopeful. I am deeply disturbed by how much we are voluntarily robbing ourselves of so much blessing, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Think Like Him

Contributed by Ian Johnson on May 2, 2008

If you feel as though you are going round in circles you probably are, Because God thinks differently than you.

If you feel as though you are going round in circles you probably are, Because God thinks differently than you. Isaiah 55:8-11 “My thoughts are completely different from yours,” says the Lord. “And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine. For just as the heavens are higher than the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Catching Sight Of The Signs Of Domestic Violence Pt 4 Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Dec 17, 2008

This teaching is taken from my book “Beaten, Battered, Bruised & Blessed” (Christians Recognizing and Responding to Domestic Violence) more information can be found at www.c21c.org My prayer is it will help you in Pastoral ministry.

This teaching is taken from my book “Beaten, Battered, Bruised & Blessed” (Christians Recognizing and Responding to Domestic Violence) more information can be found at www.c21c.org My prayer is it will help you in Pastoral ministry. Catching Sight of the Signs of Domestic Violence Social ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 140:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Light Of Christmas

Contributed by James May on Dec 21, 2008

Jesus is that True Light that shone forth on that first Christmas night. The Light came to dispel the darkness in the hearts of men.

The Light of Christmas By Pastor Jim May One thing that makes Christmas and the Holiday Season such a beautiful time of the year is all of the colorful lights that are used to decorate our homes and businesses all across America. Of course there’s nothing quite like having to put up those ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Motivation To Serve God

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 28, 2008

Staying motivated while serving God can be difficult but God has given us keys for maintaining motivation in the Great Commission He’s called us to - these keys will help you stay focussed and energized towards the goal.

Merriam-Webster’s Definition: Motivation is something, as a need or desire, that causes a person to act. Russ Akins – “Motivation is the measure of what it takes to overcome initial inertia and become activated towards some sort of accomplishment.” Introduction: One second before you die, if you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building Strong And Healthy Family Relationships Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jun 20, 2010

Part of our destiny as Christians involves our family life. God’s Word gives us several keys to having strong and healthy family relationships.

DESTINY #6: BUILDING STRONG AND HEALTHY FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS HAPPY FATHER’S DAY! • This is a day with mixed emotions for many people, depending on whether or not your father is alive, and how well you may have known him, if at all. • My step-dad passed away nine years ago, and my biological dad ...read more

Denomination: *other

Can Anything Good Come Out Of Nazareth Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 18, 2011

While Galileans were despised by Judeans, Galileans themselves despised people from Nazareth. People are asking the same question today. Can anything good come out of Nazareth?

Can anything good come out of Nazareth? This was a question asked of Jesus’ disciple Nathanael – and Phillip said to him; “Come and see.” Nathanael was from Cana, another Galilean town just to the North of Nazareth. While Galileans were despised by Judeans, Galileans ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, John 1:46

Denomination: Christian Church

The 5 P's Of Sunday School

Contributed by Ray Swift on Dec 2, 2009

An overview of concepts and principles that make up the Sunday School that will keep its focus. Presented in a training session.

FBMB March 6, 2005 Sunday School Training Make Up Session The 5 P’s of Sunday School Intro.: Welcome to the Sunday School training make up session. Welcome teachers and other SS leadership. Welcome to those who are not-yet in SS leadership roles. Your time here today is important and I’m going ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Problem Of Sin

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 19, 2009

Part of the "good news" of the Gospel of Jesus Christ is that we are sinners. If we are sinners than we are not victims and there is a solution to our problem.

Introduction Reading Book: The Reason for God, Belief in an Age of Skepticism, by Timothy Keller. It answers many questions we ask about God/faith. How can a loving God send people to hell? How can one religion be right- others wrong? Author- presents- rational case for belief in God. He provides ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Charismatic