Sermons on Do It:

Isn't Anything Sacred Anymore?

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 16, 2005

This sermon discusses the need for change in our lives: From repenting and turning towards Christ to the willngness to step out of our comfort zones to follow Him.

January 23, 2005 Good morning. Let me start by saying that Diana and I could not wait to get back up here. It’s like that old John Denver song: ‘It’s Good To Be Back Home Again.’ And, we do consider this our home now. Thank you for inviting us to be a part of your church. I want to talk to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: *other

After The Election

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 6, 2004

God does not care about the economy or missing WMDs or anything of the sort. God cares about the moral fabric of our nation and that moral fabric was up for election this past Tuesday. You can believe it or not, but it is true. The Question of the Day:

AFTER THE ELECTION VARIOUS PASSAGES 1 TIMOTHY 2:1-4 I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone-- for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. This is good, and pleases God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choices

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Nov 10, 2004

Subject: Choices in life, our situations are the reaction to our actions.

Choices Joshua 24:14-15 Proposition: Choose God! And Joshua gathered all the tribes of Israel to Shechem, and called for the elders of Israel and for their heads and for their judges and for their officers and they presented themselves before God. And Joshua said unto all the people, Hear what ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15

Denomination: Methodist

Whom Shall I Send?

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Nov 8, 2003

This sermon looks at the calling of Isaiah to be a prophet of God. He first encountered God, was consecrated before God, and then accepted his calling.

Whom shall I send? Isaiah 6:1 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord seated on a throne, high and exalted, and the train of his robe filled the temple. 2:Above him were seraphs, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Resolutions

Contributed by Mark Musser on Feb 25, 2004

We often make New Year’s resolutions that just "fine-tune" what we already are, but what if God wants to make us completely different, completely new?

If you look up the word “resolution” in the dictionary, it says “1. A state or quality of being resolute, 2. Firm determination. 3. A course of action determined or decided on. And 4. Resolving to do something. Now, this is the time of year when many of us will make those famous New Year’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 19:11, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Methodist

It Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 27, 2003

Like Sarai we often come up with plans to help God out which unfortunately usually end in disaster.

Genesis 16 April 27, 2003 It was one of those rare moments in a thirteen-year-Olds life. For once I was thinking of someone other than myself. My parents were both working and I decided that I would be considerate and make supper for them. I got the meat going in the oven without too much ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

You Must Have The Wrong Person!

Contributed by Donald Carpenter on May 1, 2003

. Have you felt that perhaps God was calling you to serve Him in some specific way, perhaps as a missionary, a pastor, or some other calling? Have you hesitated because you assume that God just couldn’t be calling you?

You must have the wrong person! Exodus 3:11-4:12 Preached Sunday Morning May 4, 2003 Introduction: God knows exactly what He is doing when He puts His hand upon someone, choosing that person for service. Have you felt that perhaps God was calling you to serve Him in some specific way, perhaps ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Know What Time It Is?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

Now is the time to step up and hear God's voice calling us to surrender our lives to His service.

Do You Know What Time It Is? Ecclesiastes 3:1-14 The next three weeks are a crucial time for us as individuals and for us as a church. I believe that one of the greatest hindrances to the building of the Body of Christ in our country today is the lack of passion on behalf of men and women for ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Look What God Is Doing!

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

God is at work all around us -- we need to seek what He is doing and get involved.

"LOOK WHAT GOD IS DOING!" Psalm 78 In my estimation, one of the greatest gifts that God has given us is the ability to remember. Because of this precious gift I will never forget what it was like to experience the birth of my children and the joy that Connie and I shared together in welcoming them ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Its A Long Hard Road

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

The road may be long and hard, but Jesus is good to see us through.

IT'S A LONG HARD ROAD. Acts 9:9-19 There is a very real and dangerous misconception which has been circulating for some time among church folk. I don't know when, or how, it all began but it's present toll upon the individual lives of the followers of Jesus is mounting. The deadly idea which has ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:9-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living A Life That Counts!

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

We only have one life to live -- make it count for the Kingdom.

Living A Life That Counts! 1 Corinthians 3:10-15 Once upon a time there was an office manager who lost his job during a recession. In his sadness he wandered into a park, found himself an empty park bench, and sat down. After a while another man came strolling along. The second man was especially ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Am I Here?

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 20, 2001

We all need to know why God created us.

WHY AM I HERE? INTRO.- ILL.- A man was walking along a road and saw an Indian lying with his ear to the ground. He went over to the Indian and heard him speaking, “Large wheels, Ford pickup truck, green color, man driving with large police dog next to him, Colorado license plate, and traveling ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is This Naomi?

Contributed by Robert Travis on Oct 20, 2001

What changes have you noticed in your life?

IS THIS NAOMI? 19 So they two went until they came to Bethlehem. And it came to pass, when they were come to Bethlehem, that all the city was moved about them, and they said, Is this Naomi? 20 And she said unto them, Call me not Naomi, call me Mara: for the Almighty hath dealt very bitterly with ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

Slaves To Sin Or Slaves To Obedience

Contributed by Ryan Dalgliesh on Oct 20, 2001

A look at what it means to be a slave unto God.

SLAVES TO SIN or SLAVES TO OBEDIENCE 10-13,14-01 PART ONE: SLAVES INDEED BUT TO WHOM— “Now, therefore, fear the LORD and serve Him in sincerity and truth; and put away the gods of which your fathers served beyond the river and in Egypt, and serve the LORD. And if it is disagreeable in your sight ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:15-23, Exodus 21:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

"A Successful Life"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 22, 2001

Encouragement to live the Christian life obediently to the end.

2 Timothy 4:6-8 “A Successful Life” BY: Rev. Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA As I was growing up, I was afforded the great grace of being surrounded by many dedicated Christians---people who were ‘running the race’, people who’s lives were making a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: United Methodist