Sermons on Deck:

You Who... Series

Contributed by David Simpson on Jan 15, 2013

A sermon for our outside Celebration Sunday that points to the blessings we have of having a great God and a great Savior, using the YooHoo chocolate drink as an object lesson.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church Celebration Sunday - October 21, 2012 David Simpson You Who.... Psalm 71:19 and Matthew 11:28 Many of you remember last year's Celebration Sunday sermon...right? M&M - our Mighty and Majestic Lord! Well, I thought about using another acrostic from ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

"The Key To Getting God's Attention" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 22, 2015

When Jesus rode into Jerusalem with all the crowds following Him, he was giving them the opportunity to make a decision. And the decision was simple. Would they submit their lives to Jesus? Would they choose to follow Him?

FaithWorks “The Key to Getting God’s Attention" James 4:1-4:10 The Bible tells us that at the beginning of what we now refer to as holy week ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Vineyard Worker’s Complaint

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 11, 2016

Workers hired at different times of day. Represent? 1. Time they were saved? 2. Amount of 'heat' they took? 3. Proportion of Loss? 4. Amount of Work they did? We complain God isn't being fair. God responds that He knows what's best!

THE VINEYARD WORKER’S COMPLAINT Mt. 20:1-16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: The salesman 1. Morris applied for a job at MEN’S WEARHOUSE. During his interview, Ben, the personnel manager asked him, "Where did you last work?" 2. "Joseph A Bank," replied Morris, proudly. "And how long did you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church Is Like A Garden

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jul 1, 2019

Church is a Growing Place

When this building was first constructed, it was called Garden Methodist Church. The name was changed to First United Methodist Church when Garden Church and Redeemer Church merged in 1975. But on this day, when we dedicate our memorial walkway, I want to look back a bit and then look forward. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-11

The Armor Of God Part 3 - The Gospel Of Peace Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Sep 28, 2020

Do we have the peace that is obtained only by knowing Jesus? All Scripture references are from the NASB95.

As we have discussed over the past couple of months, life is one big and continual spiritual battle. Often it will manifest itself in physical realm, in terms of violence and persecution and prosecution. But all around us, the culture presses us to bend to the ways of the world rather than to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:15

Denomination: Baptist

Part 3 - Deep Grace Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 23, 2019

The incredible story of Jonah and the depth of God's grace

Grace Community Church, Winchester VA www.gracecommunity.com Watch this message at: https://youtu.be/pXQsyXd0fAw God’s grace can come in ways we least expect and take on forms that appear imposing, like a whale swallowing you up. Grace is often comforting but bringing you to a place of comfort may ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Peace Of The Devil & The Peace Of God

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 17, 2021

The devil knows that our separation from God produces an innate knowledge that something is wrong. So the devil seeks to cover over this spiritual disquiet, to explain it away, or to overrun our physical senses with pleasure or distractions.

THE PEACE OF THE DEVIL & THE PEACE OF GOD Jer. 6:14; John 14:27 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A bus full of ugly people had a head-on collision with a truck. When they died, God granted all of them one wish. The first person said, "I want to be gorgeous. God said, “Granted” and it happened. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:14, John 14:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

America's Only Hope

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 4, 2021

July 4th message as we look at the freedom we have because men and women paid the ultimate sacrifice. The Spiritual freedom we have to worship and have a relationship with the Lord becasue of the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

America's Only Hope 2 Chronicles 7:14 Today July 4th ... Independence Day! We celebrate the 245th birthday of our nation. Turn to the Old Testament book of 2 Chronicles chapter 7. Prayer- Illustration- Years ago one of our American submarines sank off the eastern coast. Divers attempted ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-14

Denomination: Nazarene

God Is Faithful To His Word

Contributed by Pastor Dre on Feb 22, 2021

This morning I would like to preach a message that I believe the Lord has place on my heart. The title of the message is “When all you have is a Promise.”

“When all you have is a Promise.” Hebrews 10:35-36 King James Version [Heb 10:35-36 KJV] 35 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward. 36 For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise. New International ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:35-36, Jeremiah 32:17, Jeremiah 32:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

02 The Power Of God, The Righteousness Of God And The Wrath Of God Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Mar 10, 2021

This is the 2nd of 30 Studies in the Book of Romans

Romans 1:16-32 Romans 1:16-17 16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. 17 For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, “The just shall live ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-32, Isaiah 61:10, Isaiah 64:6, Psalm 14:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Life Is A Combination Of Contrasts

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Jan 13, 2021

The author, believed to be Solomon, illustrates this truth by comparing the opposites —fourteen pairs of contrasting activities as examples of how life is comprised of contrasting events and seasons.

A new employee had been caught coming in late for work three times and the fourth time the manager decided to discipline him. He said, “Look here! Don’t you know what time we start to work around here? He replied, “No, sir. They’re always working when I get here.” Knowing the time and keeping the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Denomination: Other

Jesus & The Internet: How To Share The Gospel On Social Media

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 26, 2021

We are charged by God almighty to share his gospel with the world. God is good. His gospel is pure, right, and timeless.

We are charged by God almighty to share his gospel with the world. God is good. His gospel is pure, right, and timeless. Therefore we ought to share it with all peoples, in all nations, everywhere. Many of us consider cities, towns, and nations that need the gospel. Many of us consider the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Stubborn Evangelist: Part Two Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Jonah also knows about the ocean’s deep waters. But he didn’t go intentionally. And what he finds at the bottom of the ocean is not just for those who read National Geographic but for all of us. God has a massive mercy.

Today we continue a four part series entitled Jonah: The Stubborn Evangelist. Many of you know the story of Jonah, a man on the run from God. Many of us know this as an amusing story about a prophet and a “whale.” Yet, Jonah is also a man on the run from his responsibility – to share the message of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God’s More Interested In Your Future Than Your Past

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 8, 2025

“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” Isa. 43:18-19. Are we seeing what God wants to do thru us?

GOD’S MORE INTERESTED IN YOUR FUTURE THAN YOUR PAST Isa. 43:18-19 INTRODUCTION A. DO YOU KNOW YOUR TEAMS? 1. WHICH TEAM: CHIEFS OR EAGLES? a. Which team holds the NFL record for the loudest crowd-noise in their stadium? (142.2 decibels) Chiefs. b. Which team has the most “intense ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Get Up When You're Down Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 24, 2024

In moments of struggle and despair, we are not meant to stay down as overcomes. God has provided us with the strength and hope to rise again. Let's explore how to lift ourselves out of depression, how to find hope in God, and how to get up when we're down!

How To Get Up When Your Down! Psalm 42:5 Introduction: Text Verse: v.5 – repeated 2x’s – (v.11) and in (43:5) Not told exactly who the penman is! Many believe King David! David = having more than a blah day… fleeting moment of discouragement… he was in a time of deep emotional crisis… v.5 – ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:5

Denomination: Baptist