Sermons on Directive:

A Small Idea To Help Make You Big In Generosity

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 9, 2006

Paul’s call here for the Corinthians to give generously provides a great idea for us to expand our giving.

A Small Idea: “Set up a Generosity Fund.” - v. 2. - This passage is not about tithing to your church. It’s about a specific need in a specific church and the Corinthians choosing to give to help meet that need. Obviously, they were taking care of the needs of their own people as well, so this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Sermon For Proper 14

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Aug 12, 2006

WE need to look between the trees in order to perceive the presence of Christ in our midst.

9th Sunday after Pentecost (Pr. 14) August 10, 2003 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen Let us pray: Loving God, it is often easier for us to trust our minds than our hearts. Sometimes we believe only what our eyes ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-51

Denomination: Lutheran

Opportunity: The Da Vinci Code

Contributed by Don Jones on May 2, 2006

The sermon is designed to get the church to take advantage of the discussions about the Da Vinci Code to tell others the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

5-7-2006 Acts 17:16-18 - Opportunities: The Da Vinci Code West Glendale Baptist Church Pastor Don Jones 16While Paul was waiting for them in Athens, he was greatly distressed to see that the city was full of idols. 17So he reasoned in the synagogue with the Jews and the God-fearing Greeks, as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

In The Days Of Youth Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 5, 2006

God is opposed to anything that diminishes our joy. What many think is a "good time" is actually self-abuse. Life is fleeting, so fear and obey God, for your own good.

Overcoming Futility—a sermon series on Ecclesiastes “In the Days of Youth” 11:9-12:14 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts We conclude our study of Ecclesiastes, a book written to people who are struggling to find meaning and purpose in life. Solomon ends ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

The Nature Of A Disciple Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2006

Jesus has called us to be the light of the world, and as such, we are to shine brightly for all to see.

The Nature of a Disciple: Light Text: Matt. 5:14-16 Introduction 1. Read Matt. 5:14-16 2. Illustration: Making decisions in the dark can lead to some regrettable consequences. Back in the days before electricity, a tightfisted old farmer was taking his hired man to task for carrying a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Methodist

Where To From Here

Contributed by Steve Boyd on Feb 18, 2004

Often the Lord leads us, but there are points in our lives that we have to move forward by faith...

Where To From Here Acts 12:4-10 4 And when he had apprehended him, he put him in prison, and delivered him to four quaternions of soldiers to keep him(this was 4 teams of four, or 16 soldiers altogether); intending after Easter to bring him forth to the people. 5 Peter therefore was kept in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:4-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Does God Really Want?

Contributed by Mike Gay on Feb 19, 2004

This message is intended to show the seeker and the complacent christian that God wants a relationship rather than a religious zealot.

WHAT DOES GOD REALLY WANT? Micah 6:1-8 1 Hear now what the LORD says: "Arise, plead your case before the mountains, and let the hills hear your voice. 2 Hear, O you mountains, the LORD’S complaint, and you strong foundations of the earth; for the LORD has a complaint against His people, and He ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Love Series

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Feb 18, 2006

What is a Christian? A mind through which Christ Thinks. A voice through which Christ Speaks. A Hand through which Christ Helps. A Heart through which Christ Loves

Beloved, let us Love one another… I John 4:7-21 Five days ago we celebrated a holiday of sorts called Valentines Day. Valentines Day is a day that is set apart to show and share Love. In light of Valentines Day and to keep this message as light as possible, I’ll speak this morning on the subject ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21, 1 John 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Grumble, Trust God

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Feb 19, 2006

Observing how God provided both physical and spiritual food for the ancient Hebrews just may help us TRUST Him more completely today.

DON’T GRUMBLE TRUST GOD Exodus 16:1-35 Good News Christian Fellowship February 19, 2006 INTRODUCTION A. The Ultra Stampede B. The observation of Winnie Monsod in the Ultra Stampede These stories of human greed, discontentment and dissatisfaction may strike you by surprise, but they are also ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Angels: God's Heavenly Warriors, Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 6, 2006

Several things we need to know about ’fallen angels’ and our enemy, Satan, and what we can learn from all this about God, HIS angels, and ourselves. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

God’s Heavenly Warriors, pt. 2 Matthew 8:16 There is a mighty angelic conflict being fought--because Satan, and a multitude of other angels chose to rebel against God. Last time we said, ’We are never more like Satan than when we rebel against authority.’ 1 Samuel 15:23 For rebellion is as the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Futility Of Human Efforts Without God

Contributed by Rev. Roberto D. Abella on Oct 24, 2004

At this present situation families are openly in trouble and others were broken. How can we solve this problem and make it a strong family? And how can we receive the blessing from God?

“Unless the LORD builds the house, its builders labor in vain. Unless the LORD watches over the city, the watchmen stand guard in vain.” OUTLINE I) THE FAMILY SUCCESS WILL BE FOUND IN GOD (v.1a). How to became successful in building family? a. by seeking GOD’S direction b. by depending upon ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In The Name Of Jesus !

Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 3, 2004

This is a message to the church - to show the importance of Praying - In The Name Of Jesus !

Good morning! Say opening prayer! Help Holy Spirit! The title of my message today is: In the name of Jesus Have you ever thought about what it would be like to live under the rule of an earthly king? The people of the Old Testament times chose to be ruled by a king. Can you imagine ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-28

Denomination: *other

If / Then Series

Contributed by Phillip Calvert on Aug 30, 2005

God uses the if/then parenting technique to encourage us to have Good character so we can possess the rewards He has for us.

Building good character Proverbs 3:1-10 · IF/Then o 2 Thes 3:10 o Gal 6 § What you sow / what you reap § Where you sow / where you reap § How you sow / how you reap o Spit in one hand want in the other see which one fills up fastest Long Life · If verse one then verse two o More days o Not just ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Abraham's Attitude Of Worship

Contributed by Randall Bates on Sep 11, 2005

Our attitude toward worship

ABRAHAM’S ATTIDUDE OF WORSHIP GENESIS 22. 1 - 14 One of the things that I believe is desperately missing in the church today is an attitude of worship. In almost every church that I have been in, I see less than worship. I see many churches that are programmed, that are systematic, that are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Watching The Steps We Take

Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Sep 17, 2005

Are we walking with Jesus Taking the steps He takes

In Pursuit: The Jesus Walk: Sermon#2 Watching the steps We take. Read Matt 16:23-25. Intro: Last week we began the series “In Pursuit: The Jesus Walk” By introducing ourselves to these 3 questions. A. Who Are We? B. Who Are We Following? C. Who Are We To Follow? From these questions we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:23-25

Denomination: Pentecostal