Sermons on Deepening:

Pursuing Gods Will Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Jan 8, 2005

This is the introduction to a series by the same name. It is an exemination of the journey of Abraham and the lessons he teaches the believer regarding Gods will. I have used the Bok Pursuing Gods Will by Jack Hayford, as a resource

TITLE:Pursuing Gods Will: TEXT: Genesis 11:27-12:9 Theme: Gods will P.S. You and I have a responsibility to pursue the will of God everyday of our lives, wherever we are in lifes journey. (Hayford p.12) Introduction: In my message last week, I concluded by quoting John Stott, “Nothing is more ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bless Them

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Jan 29, 2005

Focuses on Jesus addressing the Disciples, not the crowd

A recent survey has compiled all the qualities that people expect from the perfect pastor: Results of a computerized survey indicated that the perfect pastor preaches exactly 12 minutes. He frequently condemns sin but never upsets anyone. She works from 8 a.m. until midnight and is also a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Triumphs In Trouble Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Mar 18, 2005

Faith Triumphs in Trouble

Romans 5:1, “ 1 Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have[a] peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,” Therefore is a transition word Paul uses to move from one argument to another. He will use the word again in v.12 to point out that this is another argument. This ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christian Wedding Ceremony

Contributed by Adrián Olivas on Jul 9, 2005

My wife and I put together this ceremony for a couple in our church. If you’d like to know more about the music, email me. I’ll give you more information as to where to purchase it.

Wedding Ceremony 12:30 — Entire wedding party dressed and in sanctuary for pictures 2:00 — Wedding party ready for ceremony (time to relax and take care of little details) 2:00-2:30 — Prelude, you can have solos or music played while guests begin to arrive and ushers take them to their seats 2:30 — ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Suicide And Euthanasia Series

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 27, 2005

The difference between turning off life support, euthanasia and suicide. We need to recognize God’s authority over life and death. Suicide and euthanasia (assisted suicide) are not compatible with Christianity though they are forgivable. We need to of

Sermon: Suicide and Euthanasia 2 Cor. 4:16-5:9 August 14, 2005 THEME: The difference between turning off life support, euthanasia and suicide. We need to recognize God’s authority over life and death. Suicide and euthanasia (assisted suicide) are not compatible with Christianity though they ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

A Long Obedience In The Same Direction

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Jan 20, 2003

This message is about how we need to be obedient to God in the present if we are going to have success in the future. It looks at why we obey and why this is often more difficult than we think.

A while back, my oldest girl Clarissa was in her play room and she had overturned a box of wooden blocks and it made to worse mess you could imagine. I walked in there and said, “Clarissa, I want you to pick up every last one of these blocks right now.” She fussed a little bit and then I walked ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:1-28, 2 John 1:6

Denomination: Methodist

Life In The Fishbowl Series

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Jan 28, 2003

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Practicing the presence of God, life in a fishbowl, Philippians 4:4-7 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ November 10, 2002 A man was trying to pull out of a parking place but bashed the bumper of the parked car in front of him. Witnessed by a handful of pedestrians waiting for a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Truth Detectors 1.2: The Truth About The Bible Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Apr 28, 2004

This is the second message in a series on basic Christian doctrine. It provides the foundation for a proper view of God’s Word. (04-25-04)

*Outlines, fill-in-the-blank sheets, and Microsoft PowerPoint presentations are available. For more information, please contact pastorgeoff@bellsouth.net. Truth Detectors [Episode 1] Message 2 - “The Truth About the Bible” 2 Timothy 3:14-17 Opening Illustration / Participation This illustration ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Feeding On The Word Of God - Getting The Most Out Of Your Bible

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 15, 2004

Message about how to intake the Word of God.

Feeding on the Word of God - Getting the Most Out of Your Bible Matthew 4:4 May 16, 2004 Introduction The Word of God is essential in the life of anyone who claims to be a follower of Christ, because the Bible first of all tells us how to become a Christian, and then how to follow Jesus in our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:4, Hebrews 5:12-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

God Pursues A Love Relationship Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 21, 2003

Part 2 of a series on Blackaby’s Experiencing God: when God pursues us, we can either keep on running, hoping that He cannot catch up, or we can hide, hoping He will not find us. We need to let His love catch us.

A few weeks ago I was driving down Fifth Street, on my way to a hospital visit. Just this side of the Soldiers’ home grounds, I became aware that some driver was right on my back bumper, weaving back and forth, his engine roaring, his horn blowing. Somebody was in a very big hurry. Well, as we ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 30:10-15, Jeremiah 30:31

Denomination: Baptist

The Church That Is Prayed For Series

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Jul 27, 2003

This sermon looks at the prayer that Paul prayed for the Ephesian church and then uses his prayer as a basis for what we need to pray for in our church: Strength in the inner being, Dwelling of Christ in our hearts, and Comprehending God’s Love.

Ephesians 3:14-21 "A Church That Is Prayed For" Preached on July 27, 2003 at Clara/Winchester UMC Before the term “mega church” was ever conceived, Charles H. Spurgeon pioneered one right in the heart of London, England. When he was just twenty years of age, the New Park Street ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

What It Means To Be The Salt Of The Earth

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Aug 15, 2004

Being "salty."

What it means to be the ¡§Salt of the Earth.¡¨ Matthew 5:13 August 8, 2004 Introduction Last week we finished our look at the Beatitudes as we continue to work our way through the Gospel according to Matthew. We spent the last five weeks looking at what Jesus had to say about being blessed by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Why Does God Allow Suffering

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 12, 2004

Suffering is an all too common reality in our world. God permits suffering, obviously, but is He responsible for it?

CATM Sermon - “Why Does God Allow Suffering?” September 12, 2004 Sometimes it’s too easy to find illustrations to a sermon. Sometimes as a preacher you search and struggle to find stories from the community and stories from other places that help to make what you’re trying to say ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"How To Pray"

Contributed by Dave Martin on Apr 23, 2002

Two men were talking together. The first challenged the other, "If you are so religious, let’s hear you quote the Lord’s Prayer. I bet you $10 you can’t."

"How to Pray" - Part 2 Text: Mt. 6:9-13 and Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin - April 14, 2002 www.crosscreekcc.org God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! Two men were talking together. The first challenged the other, "If you are so religious, let’s hear you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Bible Church

The Laughter Of Disbelief

Contributed by Jim Kane on Nov 25, 2002

Nothing is impossible with God.

This past week during some devotional reading, I read an excerpt from one of Fredrick Buechner’s books entitled, Peculiar Treasures: A Biblical Who’s Who and one of the passages that he addresses in the book is our main passage of this morning. "Quantitatively speaking, you don’t find all that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15

Denomination: Church Of God