Sermons on Deprivation:

What Is The Goal Of A Disciple? Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 24, 2005

The GOAL: make disciples who will make disciples What it will take: The Dedication of a Soldier; the Discipline of an Athlete; the Diligence of a Farmer

Discipleship Series # 6 (#5 unavailable) What is the Goal of a Disciple? II Timothy 2:1-6 SCRIPTURE READING: II Timothy 2:1-6 INTRODUCTION: David Glass was the CEO of the Wal-Mart from 1988 – 2000. Back in 1962, he heard that a guy named Sam Walton was about to hold the grand opening for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deborah & Barak (With A Little Help From Jael) Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Oct 31, 2005

God raises up Barak to lead Israel, but he loses out on the full blessing of partnering with God because of a lack of faith.

Possessing the Promises #3 Deborah & Barak (With a little help from Jael) The story • After Ehud, the left-handed assassin of Eglon, Israel has peace for 80 years – the longest period of peace during the period pf the judges. o Yet they fall in to the cycle of disobedience and faithlessness o Sold ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Narnia: Romping With The Lion

Contributed by Jeffrey Wildrick on Dec 20, 2005

The scene of Aslan romping with Susan and Lucy reminds us that God created us for an abundant and joyful life.

Romping with the Lion December 18, 2005 (Jesus said,) “I tell you the truth, I am the gate for the sheep. All who came before me were thieves and robbers. But the true sheep did not listen to them. Yes, I am the gate. Those who come in through me will be saved. They will come and go freely and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Water Baptism

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jan 24, 2005

Water Baptism - What is it, how is it done, why is it done, to Whom should it be done, etc. etc.

30, May 2004 Dakota Community Church Water Baptism 1. What is it? How and why do we do it? It is not joining a church or denomination. It is not the way we are saved – we are saved by faith in Jesus alone. Why do we not just sprinkle or draw a cross. Colossians 2: 9-12 9For in Christ all the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-12

Denomination: Mennonite

Waiting, Dating, And Mating Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 24, 2006

A biblical discussion of sexuality and marriage

SERIES: “OVERCOMING OBSTACLES THAT OBSTRUCT OBEDIENCE” TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 7 TITLE: “WAITING, DATING, AND MATING” INTRODUCTION: A. The preacher of a congregation made it a habit to visit all the Sunday school classes. One particular Sunday, he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Not So Fast! Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Feb 6, 2006

The gift of intimacy as described in Song of Solomon is wonderful, but its development comes with restraints.

Today is the first Sunday of February. Some of you will soon be shopping for valentines, trying to find one with just the right message to express your feelings of friendship or love and romance. • You might look for the biggest card you can find. I did that one year. It was so big I had to ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

The Love Of Christ For You

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Aug 19, 2005

If you want to be the Lord’s disciple, the understanding of the love of Christ for you is critical.

The Love of Christ for You The whole emphasis of Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3:14 – 21 is on your understanding the love of Christ for you. If you want to be the Lord’s disciple, the understanding of this truth is critical. Listen to Paul’s prayer: “14. For this reason I bow my knees before the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Because Of Him

Contributed by Ryan Johnson on Mar 6, 2002

Post Easter Seeker message..Answers Now What?

Because Of HIM (Revelation 1:5-7) (Salvation, Will) (Topical) Intro: Judas is dead. Pilate wishes he was. The Cross has been taken down… The empty tomb is. Still empty. Now what? What has this last 4 weeks accompolished. As a third-century man was anticipating death, he penned these last ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:5-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living With Purpose

Contributed by Benjamin Sharpe on Aug 16, 2002

God has a specific goal and purpose for his Church and for each individual Christian. Satan’s intention is to cause the Church and the individual Christian to deviate from that destiny and, in so doing, to thwart the will and design of God.

Luke 4:1-13 Living With Purpose The temptation of Jesus was for the purpose of distracting him from his ultimate goal and purpose in life. And that goal, that destiny, was to go to the cross as the atoning sacrifice for humanity. Satan’s intent in the wilderness was to defeat God’s purpose for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Partners In Pulling Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 15, 2002

Priscilla and Aquila had the most magical of marriages. It was a rare quality that all Christians couples should strive for. What was it?

OPEN: A traveler was driving along one day and had an accident. He drove his car into a ditch in a desolate area. Luckily, a local farmer came by to help with his horse named Buddy. Well, the farmer hitched Buddy up to the car and yelled, "Pull, Nellie, pull!" Buddy didn’t move. Once more the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:18-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Three Laws Of Spiritual Life

Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002

Practical principles for walking in the Spirit and not after the flesh.

Laws of spiritual life 3/19/95 I. Importance of Spiritual life A. Flesh vs. spirit 1. This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. (Galatians 5:16, KJV). a. Flesh includes the natural part of man apart from God. b. Soul--mind,will, emotion c. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Recalling The Presence"

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jun 11, 2002

June 16, 2002 -- FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 6 Psalm 100 Color: Green Title: “Recalling the Presence also teaches us how to approach anything new and especially how to approach people.”

June 16, 2002 -- FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 6 Psalm 100 Color: Green Title: “Recalling the Presence also teaches us how to approach anything new and especially how to approach people.” All Lands Summoned to Praise God A Psalm of thanksgiving. 1 Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

The Beauty Of The Cross

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 23, 2002

The cross has become a Christian symbol ... a thing of beauty.

The Beauty of The Cross Galatians 6:14 But God forbid that I should boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. (NKJ) The cross has become a Christian symbol ... a thing of beauty. A. Buy them to wear around the neck. You can ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Intentional Relationships Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 30, 2004

If we are to live life to the full, we must have intentional relationships with other Christians

Keys to Life August 22, 2004 Intentional Relationships This summer, we have been preaching through a series called “Keys of Life” and we have hit on many different topics. Today I want to talk about the key of relationships – specifically intentional relationships between ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:8-12

Denomination: *other

Using Your Spiritual Gifts In The Marketplace Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 30, 2004

We sould not stop being Spiritual people when we leave the church building

Singing the Songs of The Lord In a Strange Land October 24, 2004 Daniel 2 Using Your Spiritual Gifts In the Marketplace In the sphere of life that you spend most of your life and energy (work, family, school, sport…) have you ever come up against something that was impossible to solve? Read ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: *other