Sermons on Describe My Hyphen:

What's Your Story?

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Nov 19, 2010

We as believers in Christ, and as the church of the living God, have a story to tell. What does our story say about our relationship with Him?

A thirty-four-year-old German woman named Anna Rosmus recently told the tragic story of what happened in her hometown in Germany during World War II. Speaking at Carson-Newman College in Tennessee, she told of growing up in Passau, Germany, years after the war. As a teenager, she wrote a school ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Has My Life Been A Failure? Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 26, 2003

Joshua’s life reveals that success in old age is measured by faith and not sight, by what we have left for the next generation to complete, and by passing on a warning about the lessons he had learned.

And now I am about to go the way of all the earth, and you know in your hearts and souls, all of you, that not one thing has failed of all the good things that the LORD your God promised concerning you; all have come to pass for you, not one of them has failed. Not one thing has failed. It would ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 23:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

With A Little Help From My Friends

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jul 25, 2003

Paul had many friends who helped him accomplish his mission. This sermon gives guidelines for choosing friends that will help you reach God’s goals for your life.

June 29, 2003 Colossians 4:7-18 “With a little help from my friends” INTRODUCTION I spent Monday through Thursday of this week at Camp Monongahela. Of the 55 campers that we had, 30 of them were “first-timers”. Some of them knew no one when they arrived at camp, and others only ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Praise The Lord, Oh My Soul

Contributed by Mark Haines on Nov 30, 2001

An inductive exploration of my experiences of God’s blessings that leads others to reflect on their own reasons for giving thanks to God.

Introduction: This week our nation dedicated a day to expressing gratitude. Families gathered to share laughter and good food. The turkeys were roasted and the pumpkin pies were devoured as we celebrated Thanksgiving Day. I think Thanksgiving should be a time of reflection – a time of looking ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

Am I My Brother's Keeper

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jun 26, 2001

A Sermon for the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

Pentecost 5 Luke 10:1-12, 16-20 "Am I my Brother’s Keeper?   In the 4th chapter of Genesis Cain asks God, verse 10, "Am I my brother’s keeper?" as God asked Cain where Abel was. God’s answer to that specific question was answered loud and clear through Jesus with a resounding Yes. I am my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Establish My Footsteps In Thy Word Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 1, 2001

WALKING IN THE LIGHT OF GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO EXPERIENCING THE GIFT OF GOD’S FREEDOM

BIG IDEA: WALKING IN THE LIGHT OF GOD’S WORD IS THE PATHWAY TO EXPERIENCING THE GIFT OF GOD’S FREEDOM I. (:129-131) THERE IS NOTHING MORE SATISFYING THAN WALKING IN THE LIGHT OF GOD’S WORD A. (:129) God’s Word is Wonderful "Thy testimonies are wonderful; Therefore my soul observes them." B. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:129-136

Denomination: Independent/Bible

My Cup Runneth Over ... With Contempt Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 1, 2001

WHEN THE PROUD LOOK DOWN ON US WITH CONTEMPT, SEEKING GOD’S GRACE -- THE SERVANTS OF THE LORD NEED TO LOOK UP FOR GOD’S GRACE

BIG IDEA: WHEN THE PROUD LOOK DOWN ON US WITH CONTEMPT, THE SERVANTS OF THE LORD NEED TO LOOK UP FOR GOD’S GRACE I. (:1-2A) WE LOOK UP TO THE LORD OUR GOD A. Because He is Enthroned in the Heavens B. Because He is our Master = the one who is responsible to meet our needs II. (:2B-3A) WE SEEK ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 123:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fire Shut Up In My Bones

Contributed by David Dailey on Jul 5, 2001

If you have cooled down spiritually. refire

Jeremiah 20:9 Then I said, I will not make mention of Him nor speak any more in His name. But His Word was in mine heart as a burning fire shut up in my bones and I was weary with forbearing and I could not stay. Jeremiah had become discouraged in verse 7 he said, Lord everyone mocketh me. I ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What I Need In My Journey

Contributed by Ulf-Dieter Koepp on Oct 18, 2000

1. "Cold water" a.

1. "Cold water" a. "Cold water" refreshes you wholly. b. "Cold water" relieves your pain. c. "Cold water" is not to dry you up. Examples - John 4v 4 - 15 + Exodus 17v1 - 7 2. "Good news" 3. Your today's greatest need? {Please note: Please send your email address to me so that I can fully ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:25

Bless The Lord, O My Soul

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

David bares his soul in recording his relationship with God - who Forgives, who Heals, who Preserves, who Provides and who Satisfies.

Do you ever talk to yourself? In Psalm 103 King David is addressing himself. “Bless the Lord”, he exclaims, “Bless the Lord, O my soul”. It’s clear that he’s holding a conversation with himself. This isn’t by any means a unique experience for a believer. In fact it’s often a sign that a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

I’m Responsible For My Choices!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Apr 17, 2001

People are blaming heredity, environment, job pressures, poverty, prejudices, abuse, & anything else they can think of for their problems today. But the Bible very clearly teaches that we’re responsible for our choices.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. Have you noticed? Our society has produced people who ignore their responsibilities & then blame others for their problems. “If I get into financial trouble, it’s not my fault, it’s because of easy credit. And the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:12, Genesis 6:1-18, Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is My Great I Am?

Contributed by Sol Madlambayan on Nov 30, 2002

Jesus Christ the Great I Am.

HOLY SPIRIT BLESS US July 28, 2002 Philippians 2: 5- 11 WHERE IS MY GREAT I AM? I praise the Lord for this beautiful Sunday because God gave me this opportunity to share with you the message of God. My special thanks to Rev. Paul Kelly for allowing me to use his pulpit. I am so grateful for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Methodist

My Friend Who Saw An Angel

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Dec 4, 2002

Funeral Sermon: On the death of an 85 year-old believer - a lady who passed on after suffering for several weeks.

Let me begin by expressing my sincere condolences to each member of ____ (deceased’s name) family. ____ (deceased’s family), my prayers are also with you so that God may sustain you during these days. I want to tell you today about two friends. The first is someone whom you know and whom you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:14, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57

Denomination: Lutheran

My Eye Affecteth Mine Heart

Contributed by Steven Cook on Jan 5, 2003

Taken from Lamentations 3:51, we examine the teaching of this great verse of Scripture.

“Mine Eye Affecteth Mine Heart” Lamentations 3:51 by Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read – Lamentations 3:51 – “Mine eye affecteth mine heart” B. Let us first consider the background in which this passage of Scripture is written. C. The Book of Lamentations is actually a 5-Part Poem ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:51

Denomination: Baptist

I Worry About My Anxiety!

Contributed by James Groce on Jul 30, 2002

But are there any benefits of worry??? Depends on who you are.

I. Intro A. All of us fall victim to anxiety. B. Tears at the mind, keeps us up at night, consumes our thoughts, causes stress. C. But are there any benefits of worry??? Depends on who you are. D. Read 1 Pet. 5:6-8 1. Anxiety is a direct ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-8

Denomination: Pentecostal