Sermons on Designing:

Why Doesn’t The American Church See More Changed Lives?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 11, 2018

A look at Jesus' selection of the twelve disciples and what that means for the way that we should organize our efforts if we want to have maximum impact.

THE BEST STRUCTURE: Does the American church have the best structure for changing lives? - Matthew 10:1-4. - Here I have a golf club. If I need to dig a hole, I can make it happen with a golf club. Now, it certainly will not be particularly efficient, but I will eventually get the job done. A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Failure Of Benjamin Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 26, 2018

Benjamin failed. Jerusalem is listed as belonging to Benjamin (Jg. 18:28[2]) as well as to Judah; it was located on the border between these two tribes. The upper part of the city, called Mount Zion, was not taken until the time of David. The lower. . . .

Chapter 2 Failure of Benjamin [Judges 1:21] Scripture 21 And the children of Benjamin did not drive out the Jebusites that inhabited Jerusalem; but the Jebusites dwell with the children of Benjamin in Jerusalem unto this day. Commentary Jews believe that Judges was written by the prophet ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Restoration Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 3, 2019

Part of being a masterpiece in progress is being restored!

INTRODUCTION • VIDEO CLIP • SLIDE #1 • WOW, that would be a strange experience to endure. • Today as we continue with our Masterpiece in Progress series, we are going to focus in on the concept of restoration. • When God created the universe, it was perfect, when He created mankind, mankind was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Out Of Her Poverty

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 5, 2019

This is a kind of giving unto the KINGDOM OF GOD, that the LORD JESUS CHRIST can notice.

I. Out Of Her Poverty II. Text:Luke 21:4 For they all gave out of their abundance (their surplus); but she has contributed out of her lack {and} her want, putting in all that she had on which to live. Amplified Bible Luke 21:4  For all these have of their abundance cast in unto the offerings ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Matter To God

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on May 21, 2019

In a world where there is a decline of respect towards human life, people can decide who lives and who don’t.

Abortion is allowed in all States and Territories of Australia under certain circumstances and when it is done by a registered doctor. In NSW, a young woman under the age of 16 years may give valid consent to an abortion without her parent or guardian's knowledge. They say that Parental rights ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6

Denomination: Foursquare

What's That Smell? (The Aroma Of A Believer)

Contributed by John Daniel Johnson on May 23, 2019

This message looks at the FIVE biblical fragrances that a child of God emits to those who are in this world, and how to give off the aromas that pleases the LORD.

What’s That Smell? Scripture Reference: II Corinthians 2:14-17 Preached at Mount Zion Baptist Church on May 19, 2019 Delivered by Rev. John Daniel Johnson Illustration: We few weeks ago, our family went up to Chattanooga, TN for a few days. We were up there ministering and also getting a little ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Soaring Like An Eagle

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 27, 2020

When we wait on the Lord and make our decisions based on His word, we will mount up like wings of eagles as we serve God.

Soaring like an eagle Isaiah 40:21-31 Good morning/ turn to Isaiah 40:21-31 Did you know that your attitude plays a factor on how much you will gain out of the service? Stinking thinking can destroy you and will distract you from God. If you came in church overwhelmed by what all you have to do ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:21-31

Denomination: Nazarene

Who Will Get The Last Laugh?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 24, 2020

In what ways are people laughing at God? (Many sources but seed thoughts from Reinhold Niebuhr's essay on Humour and Faith)

HoHum: A new preacher moved into town and went out one Saturday to visit some of the members. All went well until he came to one house. It was obvious that someone was home, but no one came to the door even after he knocked several times. Finally, he took out his business card, wrote on the back ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:3-4, Proverbs 31:25, Psalm 90:9-10, John 3:36, Psalm 2:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Spectacle To The World

Contributed by Doug Houck on Dec 22, 2020

One purpose for the church is to reveal the character of God to men and angels

Introduction This has been an interesting election season. We each had to vote for our next leaders, often based on insufficient or conflicting information. But we try our best to evaluate: * What is the candidate’s platform? * What are they promising? * What is their character? * What sources ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:5, Deuteronomy 4:5-8, Deuteronomy 7:6, 1 Peter 2:9, 1 Corinthians 4:9, Ephesians 3:8-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Freedom

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jul 2, 2021

It is by our genuine obedient faith in Jesus and His atoning work on the cross that makes us free. When we surrender our life to Jesus and His death on the cross which paid for our sins, we can be really free. This freedom supersedes anything any nation or people can provide for us.

Alba 7-4-2021 FREEDOM Romans 1:26-32 Today is the 4th of July, otherwise known as Independence Day. 245 years ago, our forefathers pledged their honor and their lives to the formation of a new nation free from outside interference and control. On the 2d of July 1776, a resolution declaring the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:26-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"born By Providence

Contributed by John Bright on Jul 2, 2021

Sermon for the 4th of July

“Born by Providence” Matthew 10:27-31 A sermon for 7/04/21 Pastor John Bright Matthew 10 27 “Whatever I tell you in the dark, speak in the light; and what you hear in the ear, preach on the housetops. 28 And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. But rather fear Him who is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:8, Matthew 10:27-31, Psalm 35:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

The Simple Life Style

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

Each individual Christian needs to keep asking themselves, how can I simplify my life, not for the sake of simplicity, but for the sake of the kingdom of God.

I've always loved the Cinderella story, and have read it to my granddaughter, and listened to it on record many times. It is a story that fits so well in our culture. From rags to riches is the American dream come true. The poor little servant girl escapes from the wash water to live in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-8

The Identity Of Faith Series

Contributed by Greg Powell on Aug 19, 2020

There is an identity crisis in our country. I believe that our racial problems are a result of an unbiblical view of our identity. This passage has long been used to rebuke a racist and bigoted view of the gospel.

INTRO: Galatians 3 has been a history lesson through the Old Testament. One of the more complicated chapters of Paul’s writings, it’s been a difficult hike, but like many hard journeys, there is a rewarding view at the end. We have climbed the mountain peaks of Abraham and Moses and have seen ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis Factor

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 27, 2021

The Wonder working power of God

Genesis Factor Genesis chapter 1:1-31 Would you turn to Genesis Chapter One We are going to look at the wonder working power of God! We are going to look at the God that creates. We are going to look at God’s Word so that we might know the God that loves us. Prayer- The world wants you to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Nazarene

In The Beginning God Created The Quantum Cosmos

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 27, 2021

The Cosmos speaks of the world as the entire visible and unseen universe as a well-ordered whole that includes everything that exists

"For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities - his eternal power and divine nature - have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse." (Rom 1:20 NIV) The Cosmos (Gk: kosmos) speaks of the world as the visible and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:20, Hebrews 11:6, Genesis 3:1-4, Hebrews 11:13, Romans 1:18-20, Hebrews 11:3, Romans 8:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational