Sermons on Distinctiveness:

Choices?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 6, 2012

Most of the time what seems a good choice in the sight of the world is not necessarily the right and good choice in the sight of God. Things might seem very good on the surface but for the end result and eternity sake they just don’t level up. And what is

Opening illustration: The teenager expressed the view of many. Speaking of the wild parties he attended, the 16-year-old declared, “Without these parties, my life wouldn’t have any purpose.” Attitudes like this result from a string of bad choices that multiply until life loses its meaning. Examples ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:8-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Only Human Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 14, 2012

Paul tells the Corinth believers that they are not ready for solid food, not because their digestion system has not developed but because of attitude.

Introduction It would be good to review for a moment the discussion of the book so far. Paul is concerned about divisions in the church. The Corinth saints have begun to form parties, or at least identify themselves, under the names of church leaders. Chapter 1, verse 17, reveals what is at the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living With A Difficult Boss Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 28, 2013

We are to live out the Gospel even with people who make it difficult.

Living With A Difficult Boss Text: 1 Peter 2:18-25 Introduction 1. Illustration: Rick Warren ("Purpose Driven") accurately observes: "We can measure our servant’s heart by how we respond when others treat us like servants. How do you react when you’re taken for granted, bossed around, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

I Am Connected Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 23, 2011

WHO AM I--AM I A PERSON CONNECTED TO GOD IN A TOTALLY NEW WAY.

Who Am I? I am Connected Eph 2:11-18 May 2, 2010 INTRODUCTION Brain rewiring A study of the "miraculous" recovery of a man who spent 19 years in a minimally conscious state has revealed the likely cause of his regained consciousness. In 1984, 19-year-old Terry Wallis was thrown from his pick-up ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 30, 2011

Sermon on the names of Jesus found in Isaiah 9:6

His Name Shall Be Called “The Prince of Peace” Part 4 Isaiah 9:6 Scripture Reading Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Stumbling Onto Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 7, 2012

What we need is a true picture of Jesus, with nothing avoided and nothing exaggerated. We must be careful to not overemphasize one aspect of Christ’s character at the exclusion of the totality of His being. People will stumble over Him, but if they open t

Stumbling onto Grace Romans 9:30-33 -Do you know what a caricature is? One definition says that it’s “a representation, especially pictorial or literary, in which the subject’s distinctive features or peculiarities are deliberately exaggerated to produce a comic or grotesque ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:30-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

At His Feet (Savoring His Word) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012

This three sermon series focuses on Mary at the feet of Jesus. In Luke 10, Mary is at His feet, savoring His word. Expository and alliterated, PowerPoint is available if you e-mail me.

At His Feet (Savoring His Word) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/18/2012 The Bible says, in Romans 10:15, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace…” (NKJV). I don’t know about you, but when I think about beautiful things, feet don’t rank very high ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Christian Church

Following Jesus Without Denominationalism Series

Contributed by Sam Baker on Mar 18, 2012

With all the different views today, ‘Why is Denominationalism Wrong?’

Following Jesus without Denominationalism Part 1: ‘Why is Denominationalism Wrong?’ Let me tell all of you something very unique . . . As from the very first part of even making mention of this type of series, I met some strong rebuttals from a lot of fellow Christians, as well as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Oh, We Mean Well!

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 6, 2011

The Christian life is the best possible life anyone could ever live...but it's not an easy road.

OH, WE MEAN WELL! LUKE 14:25 35 Read Luke 14:25 35...............PRAY There is a story about 2 men from New York who had never been out of the city. And they got so fed up with city life that they bought a ranch down in Texas so they could live off the land like their ancestors had done. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Faith That Will Help You Through Any 9-11

Contributed by Richard Mc Quinn on Sep 14, 2011

When trouble comes in the form of murder, divorce, death of a loved one who do you go to for comfort?

FAITH TO GET YOU THROUGH ANY 9-11 New Liberty Christian Church, Veedersburg, IN with Rich McQuinn on 9-11-11 TEXT: PSALM 46:1-11 INTRODUCTION: Do you have your Bibles today? Please raise them up so I can see them. Open them to our text this morning from Psalms 46:1-11. I want to give ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

The Purpose Of The Path

Contributed by Mark Baker on Sep 17, 2011

The older I get the more I realize how precious and valuable my time is. Time is something we only have once, so we have to make good use of it. We only have so many days to do what we have been given to do here on the Earth, and I want my days to count.

James 4:14 whereas you do not know what will happen tomorrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away. The older I get the more I realize how precious and valuable my time is. Time is something we only have once, so we have to make good use ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Seven Deadly Sins Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 8, 2011

As we think about the Deadly Sins, that raises a fundamental question, “What is sin?” The Bible doesn’t give one definition of sin. There is one primary word in the Greek NT which is used are most often for the word sin, hamartia. Hamartia was used in arc

The Seven Deadly Sins Galatians 5:16-25 Several years ago, Bill Bennett, former Education Secretary, a devout Catholic and the author of “The Book of Virtues” was discovered to be a heavy gambler in Las Vegas. Bennett in an interview following the disclosure in the media, apologized ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Methodist

Giving

Contributed by James Powell on Jan 25, 2008

Our Ability and our attitude are important parts in our giving.

(Stand for the reading of the word and turn to Malachi 3:6-12 While you are turning….let me tell you I appreciate this church and every person in it. You are a very giving church, there is no doubt about it and I have battled with even speaking on the subject of money. This church has shown it ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Holiness

Why Do We Take Communion?

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Dec 10, 2007

Many times we end up doing things for the wrong reasons I thought it would be a good time to explain why we take communion every week

A church had an unusual ritual every Sunday morning. • Before the church sang the Doxology, they would stand up, • everyone would turn to the right and face a blank white wall, • and they would sang. • Every Sunday they did this • Finally a visitor to the church was confused and asked, • “Why ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:20-33

Denomination: Christian Church

Getting To Know God On Your Trip Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 15, 2007

God’s purpose in your life is bigger than you. But to find that out, you have to follow God in faith.

Getting to Know God On Your Trip of Faith Making the Impossible a Reality – Part 4 Genesis 15:1-16 Everyone here is on a trip of faith. Some are thinking about placing their faith for eternal life in Jesus Christ. Others have made the decision to follow Jesus. These two groups of people still ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-16

Denomination: Baptist