Sermons on Donald Cantrell:

A Marcan Sandwich

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 1, 2006

Two stories of faith from different social strata showing how important it is to allow Jesus to touch us and we in turn to touch others

02-07-06 NC/NR The Marcan Sandwich Tom Wright the Bishop of Durham in his book “Mark for Everyone” describes this passage as a Marcan sandwich. For into the story of the raising of Jairus’ daughter, Mark interweaves the story of the healing of the woman with an issue of blood. And as it turns ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Anglican

Three Steps To Draw Closer To Jesus

Contributed by Joe Adaline on Jul 15, 2006

There are lots of things we can do to draw close in our relationship with Jesus. Here are three simple things: Love more, ask more, be more.

The other day, I was in a hurry to get to a meeting regarding the church and our association. Did you know we are loosely connected with other churches in the Blue Water Association, headed up by Ted Stevens? Did you also know or do you know that each church that holds to a basic belief in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 6:44-51

Denomination: Baptist

Strategic Planning - The Missing Step

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 4, 2008

n strategic planning we often forget the missing step of passion.

STRATEGIC PLANNING – THE MISSING STEP John 4:35 – Jesus said, “Do you not say, ‘Four months more and then the harvest?’ I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest.” Zechariah 4:6 – “Not by might, nor by power but by my spirit, says the Lord of hosts.” As we ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35

Denomination: Free Methodist

People Of His Pasture

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 23, 2008

Like some gigantic tuning fork the vibrations pulse through every part of the body and for some reason we can no longer stand. We often find ourselves on our knees overcome by a feeling of love that has washed through our entire frame. In a word we feel

People of His Pasture Scripture Readings: Psalm 95 and John 10:1-18 Today we celebrate the sacrament of communion and we receive eight new members into our church family. There are still others who also desire to join them in this commitment and we happily look forward to their celebration as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Meaning Of Life

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Mar 6, 2008

a look at Solomon’s answer to the meaning of life what it is, what it isn’t

Intro: they say the most asked question in life is what is the meaning of life? Solomon of all people being the wisest man in the world gave most of his life trying to find the answer to the question. His book, Ecclesiastes basically is his survey on the question, and his findings. Today, taking ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Amazing Grace, How Sweet The Sound!

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 15, 2007

People often request that this song be sung at their memorial service. This song "Amazing Grace" means something to Christians, it is precious to their hearts. To most Christians will contest that it is what Christianity all about.

Introduction Cheryl Lynn Robertson of Joplin, Missouri left this world Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at National Health Care, Joplin, Missouri, after following a long illness. She was 57 years old. Cheryl was born Cheryl Lynn Woods to the parents Samuel Leon and Lois Anette (Mason) Woods, August ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Be Watchful In All Things!

Contributed by Tony Abram on May 7, 2008

In this sermon outline we point out the exhortation the Word gives us to watch. We cannot ever have a vision if we do not have a vision. Our vision and watchfulness must be with the Lord. Unless the Lord keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain.

Be Watchful In All Things! In this sermon outline we point out the exhortation the Word gives us to watch. We cannot ever have a vision if we do not have a vision. Our vision and watchfulness must be with the Lord. Unless the Lord keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain. Psalm ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-6

Tpart 3 "Mustard Seeds Of Faith” Series

Contributed by John Mccaherty on Nov 19, 2004

part 3 in a series on the parables of Matt 13, power point avialable by email

The Mysteries of the Kingdom Part 3 “Mustard Seeds of Faith” Matthew 13:31-32 King James Version. Matthew 13:31-32 Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is like to a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and sowed in his field:Which indeed is the least of all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry Of Honour

Contributed by S S on Feb 10, 2009

Sermon on 1 Sam 2:12-36 - Ministry of Honour

1 Sam 2:12-36 Ministry of Honour Introduction History is filled with several examples of leaders who failed. In 1985, the 3rd president of Singapore, Devan Nair, resigned alleged due to his alcoholism. In 1999, the 42nd president of the United States, Bill Clinton, faced an impeachment case ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:12-36

Denomination: *other

A No Matter What Christian

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 28, 2008

in trying times there will be those who will not fall away, here the secret to be a Christian, no matter what

Intro: 2 Thessalonians states before the Anti-Christ is revealed there will first be a falling away. Matthew Henry gives us this explanation of the falling away—“there will be a falling away from sound doctrine, true worship, and holy living.” Today, I would like to present the attitude you must ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fruit Of The Spirit: Kindness Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 11, 2009

Because of God’s kindness to us, we share kindness with others

The Fruit of the Sprit: Kindness Galatians 5:22-23 What is Kindness? Kindness gets a bad rap – it is the pat Sunday school answer… But it is a powerful force. “the art of being a dear” – Lord Hailsham Doing compassionate good deeds without expecting return. Going the extra mile... – tangible ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: *other

Storm Proofing Life

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 10, 2012

1. We all go through storms 2 They Had Set Out With Christ 3 His Presence on Board is no Guarantee of Perpetual Calm 4. The Storm Does Not Mean That He Has Left Us. 5. Do Not Lose Faith If He Seems Calmly Indifferent.

1. We have gone through two storms these last 2 weeks - Lost of power & have snow because of Sandy – 10/29/12 - Sandy dumped 3’ wet snow - 270,000 people lost power - 6 people in WV have died - John Rose, 60, a Republican candidate killed by falling tree - It could take at least six ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

My Personal Testimony

Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 29, 2011

But my life is worth nothing unless I use it for doing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus - the work of telling others the Good News about God.

MY PERSONAL TESTIMONY *NOTE - This message is a little different from my normal messages... rather than just an exegetical Bible message, it is the outline to my testimony that I shared with our church family on a water baptism Sunday.* OPENING TEXT: “And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:24

Denomination: *other

Why We Exist (The Church)

Contributed by Darin Gary on Jun 25, 2016

In spite of the sinful deeds and intentions of a few who claim a 'relationship' with God, and who 'work' within the auspices of some Christian denominations, the Lord Jesus has NOT abandoned the true ethos of the Church, nor the TRUE CHURCH itself.

WHY WE EXIST (The Church’s Mission Statement) (Matt. 16:17-18; NKJV) – “…Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah, for flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but My Father who is in heaven. [18] And, I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:17-18

Denomination: Other

Following The King Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 23, 2015

Israel is pictured as a vineyard. God looks for the fruit of righteousness but finds only injustice. God promises a faithful king who will judge with righteousness.

Isaiah 5:1-7, 11:2-5 “Following the King” INTRODUCTION The texts that we have before us today may seem rather divergent. In chapter five, God is pictured as a gardener—a vine dresser—and the Southern Kingdom of Judah as wild grapes. In the second passage, chapter ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran