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1 Shattered Commitments Series

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Feb 21, 2020

Here in Lent we explore stones. We begin today with the shattering of the commitment between God and God's people. Let us take up our stones and walk to the freedom of Easter and the rolling back of the stone.

Exodus 32 =:1--24 NRSV When the people saw that Moses delayed to come down from the mountain, the people gathered around Aaron, and said to him, “Come, make gods for us, who shall go before us; as for this Moses, the man who brought us up out of the land of Egypt, we do not know what has become of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-24, Exodus 19:5-7, Exodus 20:1-21, Psalm 62:1-2, Exodus 31:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Final Flight Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 17, 2022

Funeral Sermon: This message was written for the death of a pilot. It shows how aviation is a metaphor for life, with its highs and lows. It was written primarily for the survivors, to help them lean on God during the difficult days ahead.

We are gathered here today to remember and celebrate the life of George Royalty; and I want to hone in on a brief chapter of his life – one of the most memorable – which was his pursuit of aviation; a pursuit he undertook with his son. I got to meet George and talk with him a couple of times, such ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Balancing Work, Leisure And Faith

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 4, 2004

Single message written for Labor Day weekend that gives a Biblical perspective to balancing our time.

BALANCING OUR WORK, LEISURE AND FAITH SELECTED SCRIPTURES INTRODUCTION: Have you noticed how many times the key to contented living is to walk the middle ground between extremes? For example: In Parenting: we are trying to walk the balance between being too strict or too permissive. In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Christian Church

The Heart And Mind Of Leadership

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 14, 2002

This is a devotional written for my leadership board meeting on having the mind and heart of leadership

The Heart and Mind of Leadership Matthew 10:16 Leadership Team Devotional September 10, 2002 I am sending you out like sheep among wolves. Therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves. Matthew 10:16 Jesus tells us that we are to be shrewd minded and soft hearted. This seems to be a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16

Denomination: Church Of God

A Soldier's Story

Contributed by William Groover on Mar 5, 2002

Dramatic monologue in the form of a letter written home by the Centurion who crucified Jesus.

"A Soldier’s Letter Home" Dr. Bill Groover Copyright 1997 From Claudius, son of Marcus, Legionnaire in the Imperial Army of Caesar--former Legionnaire in the Imperial Army of Caesar. To my beloved parents and family in Neapolis. May this letter find you in good health and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:54, Mark 15:39

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For An Uncertain Future

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

How to prepare for the threat of future events (written before Y2K)

“Preparing for an Uncertain Future” Intro: Let’s talk for a little about preparing for an uncertain future. Let’s look in 2 Kings 18. In this chapter, we see a godly king of Judah. His name is Hezekiah. In verse 5 we see he is a godly king. Hezekiah trusted in the LORD, the God of Israel. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:5-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why We Leave A Legacy?

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 23, 2006

this message looks at why we should leave a written legacy for our family

WHY WE LEAVE A LEGACY? Malachi 4:1-6 "Surely the day is coming; it will burn like a furnace. All the arrogant and every evildoer will be stubble, and that day that is coming will set them on fire," says the LORD Almighty. "Not a root or a branch will be left to them. 2 But for you who revere my ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

National Day Of Prayer, Guide

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Apr 10, 2008

The Best way to pray for our nations is to pray according to the written Word of God.

National Day of Prayer, Biblical Guide Praise: “Know that the LORD is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people, the sheep of His pasture. Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His name. For the LORD is good and His love ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pancakes And Peanut Butter

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Dec 23, 2008

This is a very personal funeral message written for my grandmother, but could be adapted for anyone.

Grandma Geri’s Message Pancakes and Peanut Butter December 17, 2008 I have had the honor of performing many funerals. Whether I know the person who has passed away or not it is always difficult to watch a family mourn. It’s always difficult to see them in pain, wishing they could have their loved ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

One Great Nation

Contributed by Thomas Bracewell on Sep 30, 2008

Hymn written following the destruction of the World Trace Center on 9-11-01

One Great Nation (A National Hymn) Tune same as “See How Great A Flame Aspires” One Great nation shall proclaim, God’s sure love through Jesus name. This world racked by toil and strife, Faith’s example gives new life. Freedom’s torch a kindled flame, Liberty’s message doth maintain. May our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:10

Denomination: *other

When The Storm Comes

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Jun 2, 2007

Written after "dodging the bullet" with Hurricane Ivan while living in Louisiana in 2004.

Living in south Louisiana you know that every year for about 5-6 months we just need to sit and watch the Atlantic and the Gulf…because it is hurricane season. We may not always get hit, but the danger is always there. And when the storm comes, we need to be ready. Jesus addressed the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Answers To Tough Questions

Contributed by David Hodgin on Sep 8, 2005

3 questions people ask regrading a tragedy. Written after Hurricane Katrina.

Natural catastrophes always raise certain big questions, here are 3: 1. If God is all loving and all-powerful, why does he allow such devastating events to occur? 2. Does God deliberately make them occur? 3. Does God punish people with natural ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Being A Worship Leader

Contributed by Bob Cook on Aug 15, 2005

This is a message written to believers about what worship really is. It is not an event but a lifestyle.

Being a Worship Leader • Last week Pastor Scott spoke about giving thanks and how not to be swayed by circumstances. • A direct result of being grateful or thankful is an attitude of adoration, love, or reverence. • These are all synonyms for worship. • I am not going to tell you how to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let Everything That Has Breath Praise The Lord

Contributed by C Vincent on Mar 22, 2010

Written for the ladies day of prayer; examining praise and the psalms around psalm 150

Ladies Day of Prayer JCC 05.03.10 Psalm 150 Each of the last 5 Psalms begins with, “Praise the Lord,” and each Psalm increases in praise and joy until we come to the last one Psalm 150 For the psalmist, “praise the Lord” was definitely not a cliché but an ecstatic expression ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Goodnight, My Angel

Contributed by Sean Smuts on Dec 8, 2010

A funeral sermon written about my niece who died at 17 days.

Goodnight, My Angel Allena Michelle Perry 2-21-05 - Play "The Dance" & "When I'm Gone" Friends and family of Allena Perry let us pray: Heavenly Father, your will is sovereign. May we be able to look back at Allena and think fondly of the time that we shared together. Lord, may we not be bitter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15

Denomination: Mennonite