Sermons on Divine Illumination:

Patience...what's That? Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Jan 19, 2009

Our study of James ends the way it began with James encouraging the church to be patient, persevere and trust God in all circumstances.

Fracture Part 12- Patience…What’s That? James 5:7-11- Dear brothers and sisters, be patient as you wait for the Lord’s return. Consider the farmers who patiently wait for the rains in the fall and in the spring. They eagerly look for the valuable harvest to ripen. You, too, must be patient. Take ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Holy Hunger

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jan 19, 2009

This message stresses the need for a holy hunger for God. Far too many Christians and churches have lost much of their appetite to know God more deeply, and serve Him more faithfully.

Holy Hunger Text: Ps.107: 9 Intro: Webster defines hunger as, “A strong desire; craving.” This strong desire and craving is usually thought of in the context of food. But actually, a person can experience a hunger for almost anything. The world in which we live is literally full of hungry ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:9

Denomination: Baptist

You Can Have A Christ - Like Character Series

Contributed by Dan Stires on Apr 9, 2008

Every believer needs to be changed from the inside out and bringing our character to conforming with the character of Jesus.

You can have a Christ-like Character Romans 12:1-2 “So here’s what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it before God as an offering. Embracing what God does for you is the best thing you can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Nazarene

What Do We Learn From Jesus' Prayer?

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 17, 2008

Jesus is also in quite a difficult situation. How did He handle it? How did He pray? We can learn from Jesus’ example of how we should pray in difficult, hard, and emotional wrenching times.

What Can We Learn from Jesus’ Prayer? Matthew 26:36-46 ILLUSTRATION… Children’s Prayers http://www.bible.org/illus.php?topic_id=1145 Dear God: Please send a new baby for Mommy. The new baby you sent last week cries too much. - Debbie, 7 Dear God: Who did you make smarter? Boys or girls? My sister ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 6 - Great Reasons For Being A Giver Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 24, 2007

God’s Word shows us great reasons for being a giver.

Part 6 - Great Reasons for Being a Giver Philippians 4:10-19 Sermon by Rick Crandall (2007 Series - Giving to Grow) McClendon Baptist Church - Oct. 14, 2007 *We are moving forward to a great finish for our Giving to Grow Campaign, and as we do, we are going to be talking a lot about money. That ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Out On A Limb

Contributed by Susan Blader on Nov 8, 2007

When you go out on a limb, Jesus won’t leave you hanging, but you have to let go.

Out on a Limb A Sermon on Luke 19:1-10 As the story goes, a man had fallen between the rails in a subway station. The people were all crowding around trying to get him out before a train ran him over. “Give me your hand, give me your hand!” they shouted. But for all their effort, the man would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

The Creator Comforts Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 9, 2007

God is speaking to His world. His Spirit-filled Word provides opportunity for growth and hope for His people. Those who receive the eternal Word and are changed will find eternal reward because of it.

ISAIAH 40: 1-11 THE CREATOR COMFORTS (Psalm 23) How majestic is the second part of the Book of Isaiah. The new section opens by stirring the people of God with the promise and hope of redemption and restoration. The Prophet begins with the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Thanks For Everything (Ephesians 5:20)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 16, 2007

A sermon by Angela Smith ...

"Sing and make music in your heart to the Lord, always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ" (Ephesians 5: 20) One of the first life skills I learnt from my parents was to say thank you. I’m sure this was the case for most us. It is an important ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Living With A Ministry Outlook

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 17, 2007

Pulpit drama monologue as if Naaman the Syrian were reporting his healing. God’s gifts are free, contrary to what Gehazi thought.

It’s incredible. Truly remarkable. That I should look this good, after all I have been through. Maybe you wouldn’t understand. You did not see what I looked like only yesterday. Leprosy! I had leprosy! Great scabs on my skin. Whitish blotches here and there. Horrible sores, everywhere. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Worship Is A Verb Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 9, 2007

God more concerned with how we worship outside the sanctuary than we are.

Worship is a Verb Romans 12:1 Rev. Brian Bill 9/9/07 www.pontiacbible.org There are a lot of hot topics to choose from today. Last week we focused on “Lessons from a Lockdown” as a result of what happened at PTHS and this week Dwight Township High School was evacuated because of a bomb scare. A ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

Stirred And Willing On Giving Series

Contributed by Kevin Landis on Sep 23, 2007

Giving offerings for the tabernacle in Exodus 35

I recently fished in a Cowboy Church bass tournament on a Saturday morning. I went with my friend Bubba who has a decked out fishing boat with all the gear. Bubba loaned me one of his poles along with the pole I brought. I had to poles in the water, one had a rattletrap lure the other had a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Detour Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 27, 2007

2nd in 5 part series. This is an all church campaign/study put out by Zondervan in order for us not to just go to church but be the church.

DETOUR Faith In Action - Week 2 LUKE 10:25-37 INTRODUCTION: How do you feel when you see this sign? (Detour sign) I doubt that there is anyone in this room that says when they see this sign, “Alright! I get to take a detour!” Instead you might feel a little anxious because you’re not sure ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Christian Church

The Priesthood Of Believers Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 29, 2007

What do we see in the mirror? With Jesus Christ as our faithful High Priest, we serve His Kingdom as a royal priesthood. When we embrace this we understand our selves and our world very differently.

Sermon for CATM – September 30, 2007 – “Priesthood of Believers?!?” Hebrews 2:14-3:1, 4:14-15, 7:24-28; 1 Peter 2:1-10 When you look in the mirror, what do you see? I don’t mean when you’re rushing to get somewhere and you quickly glance at the mirror to make sure your face isn’t upside down. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reaching Across Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Oct 3, 2007

The What, Why, and How of Missions.

What’s going on? ---->When Hurricane Katrina left the Gold Coast in shatters, thousands of volunteers went to New Orleans and the outlying regions to help, and millions sent financial help to assist those displaced from their homes. The Red Cross set up and served hot meals to thousands, including ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:34-40

Denomination: Baptist

We Believe – Salvation, God's Love For You Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Oct 11, 2007

WE BELIEVE – Salvation, God’s Love For You

• Acts 4:12 (NIV) Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved. INTRODUCTION: In December 2006 Michael Trimble, a forensic archaeologist testified in a Bagdad courtroom as part of the Saddam Hussein trial. Trimble gave three ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God