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  • The Church Is Not By Accident

    Contributed by Larry La Douceur on May 30, 2006
    based on 13 ratings
     | 3,409 views

    When the body of Christ is functioning according to the will and purposes of God we show the world the perfect plan God intended for you and me. We also set the example for those who come behind us.

    The Church is NOT by Accident Suggested reading; Early Christians Speak, Dr. Everett Ferguson, Abilene Christian University Press Thirteen Lessons on Church History, Morris Womack, College Press Publishing Company Introduction In Genesis Chapter 2 we read, ...read more

  • Portrait Of A Great Man

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on May 31, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,709 views

    This sermon examines the qualities of great leaders, using Mordecai as an example.

    Tomorrow we commemorate Memorial Day. Memorial Day is the day when we commemorate the sacrifice of many great people who died serving our country. We would not be here were it not for the sacrifice of these great Americans. Many people have sacrificed to make it possible for us to enjoy the many ...read more

  • Behold The Lamb

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jun 8, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,249 views

    Re-telling the story of the first Passover as the introduction to today’s lesson

    “Behold the Lamb” John 1:29-36 OPENING JOKE: INTRODUCTION: March 24th we will be celebrating our annual Passover celebration with a Seder meal. Today I would like to begin by retelling the story of the first Passover as the introduction to today’s lesson Illustration: “The story of the ...read more

  • Christians And Christmas, Part 2 - Our Traditions Series

    Contributed by Warren Lamb on Nov 29, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,553 views

    Last time we learned that the many and varied traditions that we associate with Christmas in America today are from a variety of nations and faith systems and ethnicities. Today we are going to look at some of the traditions that make up the Christmas hol

    As Christmas draws nearer and homes and businesses become more decorated with the symbols of the holiday, I believe it is good for us to pause and reflect on why we do what we do this time of year. Is it simply for traditions’ sake, or is there a more significant meaning? J.I. Packer wrote, “All ...read more

  • Prepare The Way Of The Lord

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Dec 1, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 23,158 views

    Based on Isaiah 40:1-5 and Matthew 3:1-12, this is a Sermon for any Sunday in Advent. It’s thesis is that to truly be prepared for Christmas and the Return of Jesus one must be born again and explains how the Holy Spirit enables that to happen.

    PREPARE THE WAY OF THE LORD --Isaiah 40:1-5 and Matthew 3:1-12 Advent is the time of preparation for the coming of Jesus Christ in celebration of His nativity and anticipation of His Return. The message of John the Baptizer, who prepared Judea for the First Coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, ...read more

  • The Nature Of Chistmas Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 1, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,656 views

    Christmas doesn’t come from a store it comes from God.

    The Nature of Christmas Text: Matt. 1:18-25 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Fa-who-for-ay; da-who-dor-ay; welcome, Christmas, come this way; Fa-who-for-ay; da-who-dor-ay; welcome, Christmas, Christmas day." They continue, singing, "Christmas day is in our grasp so long as we have hands to ...read more

  • He Came To Us Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 11, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,670 views

    Jesus shows His love for us by walking with us as we are, where we are.

    5 Ways That God Shows He Loves You Series (Part 2 of 5) He Came to Us Luke 2:1-7 Dec. 3, 2006 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A We’ve just sang, "O Little Town of Bethlehem": Well, for you who aren’t sure if you were from a small town, ...read more

  • Why A Manger?

    Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Dec 14, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,467 views

    Narrative story of how Mary and Joseph came to Bethlehem and gave birth to Jesus

    “Why A Manger?” Luke 2:8-15 Introduction: The sun sits high over the dusty road. The air is quiet, except for the buzzing of insects and the occasional beating of sheep. A man carefully leads a donkey over rocky terrain, as his very pregnant wife, a girl of no older than sixteen, gently rubs her ...read more

  • No Room

    Contributed by James Lowe on Dec 15, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 9,686 views

    Sermon for Christmas season

    No Room St. Luke 2:1-7 1 ¶ And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. {taxed: or, enrolled} 2 (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) 3 And all went to be taxed, every one into his own ...read more

  • Building Blocks For Success - Vision Series

    Contributed by Don Jones on Jan 1, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,147 views

    The message deals with accomplishing God’s purpose in our lives. First in the series.

    Building Blocks for the New Year - Vision Nehemiah 1:1-2:18 Pastor Don Jones Introduction It has gone by so fast. I don’t know where the time went. I can’t believe it’s already here. You have probably either said, or heard, all of these statements this past week. If you haven’t I’m sure you ...read more

  • Repentance Is A Need Of Our Day

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jul 26, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,986 views

    Knowing what repentance means and whatwe are to repent of.

    REPENTANCE IS A NEED OF OUR DAY ACTS 3:19 I was talking with two men this week and started talking about giving to the church. One man said we need to give something to the church. I told them they needed to give a tithe of what they earned. We discussed what we were to give to. He suggested ...read more

  • Upside Down Kingdom

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 12, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,611 views

    The Kingdom of God is an upside down kingdom where to be a child is to be great and the proud are rejected.

    “An Upside Down Kingdom” Main Passage (Matthew 18:1-4 ESV) “… The disciples came to Jesus, saying, "Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?" And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them and said, "Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like (little) children, you ...read more

  • Lies Our Teens Are Falling For.

    Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 30,046 views

    A Graduation Message

    Lies our Teens are Falling For. My project this spring and summer has been trying to grow a new lawn. I made the mistake last winter of not getting our leaves up in time and they sat, raked in a big pile for the entire winter. When we finally got around to raking them up, it was too late for ...read more

  • Part 4 - The Confession Pillar Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Oct 27, 2006
     | 3,671 views

    Part 3 of our House of Faith sermon series which will focus on the Confession pillar. We will see how once we have our thinking changed by God, and we read His Holy Word, it fills our heart to overflowing. The scriptures tell us that from the overflow of

    The House of Faith Part 4 – The Confession Pillar Rev. Bruce A. Shields House of Faith Ministries www.PS127.org WELCOME † SCRIPTURE READING Proverbs 18:21 21 The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” PRAYER † We’ve talked about spiritual ...read more

  • The Secret Ingredient Series

    Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Mar 19, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,968 views

    God’s mission without God’s methods is a recipie for disaster. Note: You should have a Hershey’s chocolate bar for this sermon.

    Milton Hershey started out by learning to be a printer. He lived just north of Lancaster, PA, and worked on a German paper. But soon, he realized how much he hated the work. So one day, he threw his straw hat into the press, and promptly got himself fired. And so, needing a job, his mother got ...read more