Sermons on Difficulties:

11 Steps For 2011

Contributed by Bruce Martin on Dec 25, 2010

Eleven steps to successfully navigating the New Year.

11 Steps for 2011 Joshua 3:1-6 • History o It is now time to leave the dessert for the promised land o Joshua was to take them over the Jordan River o No one over the age of 60 present except Joshua and Caleb o A whole new generation ready to apprehend the challenge 1. Step out fresh every ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Three Lessons From A Professional Ddr Player

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jan 2, 2011

Brief lessons to a youth group from a world-record holding Dance Dance Revolution player. (1) Your life should be completely lived in service to God; (2) Develop your talents, but not for your own glory, (3) Follow God’s Calling on your life.

Three Lessons from a Professional DDR Player Sterling C. Franklin (known by many as ‘ DJ Sterf ’ or ’ The Dancing Preacher ’) Originally given at Libertyville Covenant Church, 2007 - Libertyville, IL Basic outline: Lesson 1: Your life should be completely lived in service to God. Lesson 2: Develop ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tola And Jair: When The Purpose Gets Lost Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 26, 2009

GOD IN HIS DELIVERANCE STORY IS COMMITTED TO BUILDING CHARACTER IN US, EVEN AT THE PRICE OF PAIN.

Tola and Jair: When the Purpose gets Lost Judges 10:1-16 8/16/09 INTRODUCTION My older sister Sue is panicked by mice. She lives in an old farm house, next door to the house we grew up in. One night she went into her kitchen and saw a mouse scury underneath the pantry door. Wanted it ...read more

Scripture: Judges 10:1-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Key To Sharing The Gospel Series

Contributed by Tim White on Jun 20, 2009

Jesus used the physical to reach the spiritual needs of men, gave us the pattern for evangelism, and allowed God to work around Him to accomplish His purpose.

The Key to Sharing the Gospel John 9:35-41 * Review chapter 9:1-34 * Remember, he followed the light he had. He obeyed the instructions he was given. * Read text. * I want to talk about three things this morning found in this passage. * I. Serving the Lord. * II Seeking the Lost. * III. Shedding ...read more

Scripture: John 9:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

A Shipwrecked Faith

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 28, 2009

This message gives some marks or characteristics of a "Shipwrecked Faith."

A SHIPWRECKED FAITH 1 Timothy 1:18-19 * At 7:24am on March 20, 2009, struck the Popps Ferry bridge in Biloxi, MS (just about a mile from where we lived for 8 years) causing more damaged to the bridge than did Katrina. * We were living in Pensacola, Florida, in February, 1989, when our world was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Arrive Alive

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jan 20, 2009

God has called us to live life to its fullest and walk in the annointing and the power of the Holy Spirit.

Introduction Last week- shared some thoughts concerning 2009. Live purposefully- determination/intent/resolve God’s Word is true today- not just the past Expect increase- God’s presence/voice Advance in adversity- not a time to draw back Alice has a conversation with Cheshire Cat … Coming to a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16

Denomination: Charismatic

Investing In Eternity Series

Contributed by Harold Hansen on Feb 1, 2009

We neeed to be busy winning souls. Less on things.

Investing in Eternity 1 Timothy 2:1-8 1 John 2:1-2 My little children, these things write I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Our God Is Able

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 2, 2009

Looks at God’s ability to accomplish the impossible. - Expanded outline

OUR GOD IS ABLE - Daniel 3:8-29 King Nebuchadnezzar set up a statue and told all the people they had to bow down and worship it whenever the music was played. Everyone in the area obeyed except for these 3 men. Notice, the enemies of God’s people took this opportunity to accuse these 3 men, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:8-29

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus – The Healing, Restoring Compassion Of God

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Feb 11, 2009

Jesus heals the leper that he may experience the joy of being restored to those that love him. Here we are challenged to work for healing and restoration in the world, with the compassion of Christ

Mark 1:40-45 ‘Jesus – the Healing, Restoring Compassion of God’ I wonder how many of you enjoy going to the theatre, the cinema, or perhaps watching TV drama? I personally like watching drama, thrillers, full of suspense and tension! You know, when the audience is not sure what is going to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Check Your Engines Series

Contributed by Bong Baylon on Feb 11, 2009

We can get all mixed up in our sense of values. This is true especially in the church, where we tend to value those things that are not really important to God.

Our Second Mail “Check Your Engines” Revelation 2:8-11; 3:7-13 Meet Two “Below Average” Churches 1. They have lots of FINANCIAL problems. Revelation 2:9a 9 I know your afflictions and your poverty… 2. They have lots of EMOTIONAL problems. Revelation 2:9b 9 I know the slander of those who say they ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Have Seen The Lord

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 21, 2009

Peter and John returned to their homes after seeing the empty tomb. Mary Magadalene, on the other hand, tarried at the tomb longing to see Jesus. As a result she could proclaim to the disciples, "I have seen the Lord."

I Have Seen the Lord Introduction Good to be back from vacation- and yes, contrary to last weeks speaker, I did take a vacation. I do understand where Pastor Jay is coming from- many Christians do not have a sense of laboring in the fields or building God’s Kingdom. I do believe it is good to ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Get Connected To God’s Kingdom

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 4, 2009

It is so important that we get connected with God so we can experience the reality of His Kingdom in our lives today.

Get Connected to God’s Kingdom (Due to technical difficulties audio is not available.) 8/1/09 Introduction Today many people would confess that life is busy. If we were honest w/ourselves, we would admit that we are overextended- no margin/space in our lives. Jan- talked about how we have no ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15

Denomination: Charismatic

Shield Of Faith

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Aug 31, 2009

Christian faith is a powerful protection against spiritual struggles.

SHIELD OF FAITH EPHESIANS 6.16 Ephesians 6:16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. 1. Belt of Truth 2. Breastplate of Righteousness 3. Shoes of Gospel of Peace Description of the Shield Shield ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is A True Disciple Part 1 Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Nov 24, 2008

We will begin our study of the Sermon Jesus delivered, call the “Sermon on the Mount”, why is it called the sermon on the Mount, well because he delivered it while standing on a Mountain side. We also need to understand tonight that Jesus’ main target aud

Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount Part I of 2 Who is a true Disciple? Matthew 5:1-12 Introduction Today we are going to look at what is commonly referred to as the Beatitudes. Another way of describing them is “The keys to receiving God’s approval” Are you having difficulty experiencing the approval of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Think Real Hard (Importance Of Study)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 15, 2008

This sermon looks at the discipline of Study.

NIV Deuteronomy 11:18 Fix these words of mine in your hearts and minds; tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. NIV Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-- ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed