Sermons on Diversity:

Are You Smarter Than A Disciple? Series

Contributed by Ken Kersten on Apr 25, 2007

Second sermon in series. It looks at the way God uses simple, ordinary people to do his will.

Are you Smarter than a Disciple? Luke 6:12-16, 9:1-6 Please turn to Luke 6:12-16 We are continuing our series this morning entitled, “Are you smarter than a fifth grader?” Today, we are asking the question, “Are you smarter than a disciple?” And I’ve got to tell you, it doesn’t take much. While ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Toughest Job On Earth Series

Contributed by Steve Bond on Aug 15, 2007

One of the uncomfortable realities about parenting is that we don’t know as much as we think we know. This is the final message in our series: Desperate Households. Today’s message deals with parenting, the toughest job on earth.

Introduction One of the uncomfortable realities about parenting is that we don’t know as much as we think we know. When I was younger I used to think I knew almost everything about my kids. But the older I get the more I realize how naïve I was. This is only scratching the surface about my naiveté, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lot's Wife

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Jun 25, 2007

: "Remember Lot’s Wife!" Why would Jesus warn His disciples (and us today) to remember Lot’s wife? After all, we don’t even know her name. There must be a powerful lesson for us hidden somewhere in Genesis 19. Let’s take a look!

Luke 9: 62 Jesus replied, "No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service in the kingdom of God."Gen 19: 1 The two angels arrived at Sodom in the evening, and Lot was sitting in the gateway of the city. When he saw them, he got up to meet them and bowed down with his face ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:20-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

1. La Foi En Jesus Series

Contributed by Patrick Berthalon on Dec 21, 2007

Avoir la Foi en Jésus est la base du salut!

I LA FOI EN JESUS CHRIST Le sujet de ce livre est le plus élevé qui ait jamais mis en mouvement une plume humaine. Quelle créature pourrait exprimer tout ce que signifie pour les rachetés le précieux nom de Jé-sus Christ ? En réponse à Son grand amour, les croyants commencent ici-bas l’hymne ...read more

Scripture: John 20:30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Being Smart Spiritually Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 22, 2008

Tests of authenticity that prove the validity of Christianity and the failure of other forms of spirituality.

A Muslim heard the good news about Jesus and decided to become a Christian. His Islamic friends asked him, “Why on earth have you done such a thing? What could possibly cause you to leave the religion you grew up with, the faith of your fathers, and turn to following Jesus?” “Well,” he replied, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Good Start Is Not Good Enough

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 2, 2004

From the life of Solomon we learn that a good start is not enough. (1 King - pt 1)

"SOLOMON, AGOOD START ISN’T ENOUGH" TEXT: 1 KINGS 1-11 INTRODUCTION Have you ever noticed in life that a good start isn’t always enough. Now there is nothing wrong with a good start mind you, but it is often not enough to get us to the finish line or the winners circle. And if you don’t ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gray Areas Part 2 Series

Contributed by Andy Flowers on Aug 27, 2008

Series in Romans

Text: Romans 14:13-23 Title: Gray Areas Pt. 2 (Guidelines For Living Together) 13 Therefore let us not judge one another anymore, but rather determine this-- not to put an obstacle or a stumbling block in a brother’s way. 14 I know and am convinced in the Lord Jesus that nothing is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

Elizabeth Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 29, 2008

While you wait for something new, God is working on you.

God Uses Ordinary People: Elizabeth Luke 1:5-25 Rev. Brian Bill 6/29/08 One day a man passed by a farm and saw a beautiful horse. Hoping to buy the animal, he said to the farmer: “I think your horse looks pretty good, so I’ll give you $500 for him.” “He doesn’t look good, and he’s not for sale,” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

No Mere Men-5--Sec. 1, Part 5 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 19, 2014

5 of 10. Paul reveals the traits of unspiritual men. Unspiritual men are unable to exist in harmony. But Why? Because...No mere men can Overcome...

NO MERE MEN-V—1Corinthians 3:1-9 Attention: I weed-eat the empty lot beside the pastorium. Its a ‘bear’ to get it all done in one day. In fact, it could never be completed in one day if it were not for the weed-eater itself. A tool before which tall weeds cower & which strikes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Real Worship

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Jan 30, 2014

"Real Worship" is an exposition of John 4:21-24 that makes two main points: (1) Real worship is not about us (4:21-22). And (2) real worship is about God (4:23-24)

REAL WORSHIP John 4:19-24 Spiritual necessity compelled Jesus to travel to Galilee through Samaria. Weary from the journey, Jesus rested at Jacob’s Well in Sychar as his disciples went for food. As he sat there, a woman of Samaria came to draw water. And a life-changing conversation ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Say? Series

Contributed by Cameron Mays on Mar 20, 2013

Growing through revelation knowledge of Jesus Christ...

Title: What Do You Say? 3/18/13 Text: St. Matthew 16:13-20; key verse: (15) Theme: The Church: and It’s Foundation Point: Get beyond hear say Introduction Isn’t it funny how we can be affiliated with something or someone for lengths of time but never really know intricate details? If not maybe ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embracing The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on May 19, 2013

Understanding who the Holy Spirit is and His role in our life.

Title: Embracing the Holy Spirit Theme: To show the importance of embracing the Holy Spirit not just as an emotional experience but as a helper, counselor, intercessor, friend Text: John 14:1 - 18 Offering: Matthew 6:19-20 "Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Who Is Really The Most Powerful Person In The World? Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 7, 2011

It is about the fact that when God speaks things happen!

Intro: THAT’S WHAT I’M TALKING ABOUT! 1. Some people call the President of the United States "the most powerful leader in the world," but more than one former President would disagree. Ex-Presidents have confessed that their executive orders weren’t always obeyed and that there wasn’t much they ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Building Others Up Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 10, 2010

Four ways we can build one another up.

Building Others Up Romans 14:19-23 Rev. Brian Bill 10/10/10 I recently drove to Indiana to pick Lydia up from college. I arrived early so I thought I would walk around on the campus until she got out of her class. After walking for awhile I leaned against a light pole and did some people ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of The Father

Contributed by Kent Meeler on Oct 7, 2010

PURPOSE OF THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY GHOST. WHY TONGUES? IS IT FOR TODAY? OVERCOMING THE OBJECTIONS TO THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT.

THE PROMISE OF THE FATHER NBCOG 2/28/10 AM TEXT LUKE 3:16 INTRODUCTION *THE GOSPEL OF JOHN RECORDS SOME CONVERSATIONS THAT JESUS HAD WITH THE DISCIPLES CONCERNING HIS LEAVING THE EARTH AND RETURNING TO HEAVEN. *THEY DIDN’T UNDERSTAND IT AND DIDN’T LIKE IT. *BUT, JESUS LET THEM ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:16

Denomination: Church Of God