Sermons on Down Time:

An Opportune Time Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000

God is at work behind the scenes even when we think He is not.

An Opportune Time Nehemiah 2:1-8 I. An Ordinary Day (1) A. Elapsed time B. Still at the job II. An Extraordinary Circumstance (1b-3) A. An obtuse servant (1b) B. An observant king (2) C. An astute observation (3) III. A Bold Request (4-8a) A. From the king (4a) B. From Nehemiah (4b-5, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Time Giving! Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on Feb 9, 2001

God who is almighty and eternal, stands outside the realm of time. You and I look at time in a three dimensional way. We see it as "past, present and future".

"Time Giving!" " The 3 T’s - Time, Treasure, and Talent" series part 2 of 3 Text: Ecc. 3:1-11 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin - Feb. 11, 2001 www.crosscreekcc.org God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! Eccles. 3:1-11 There is a time for everything, and a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:3-11

Denomination: Bible Church

A Time For Harvest

Contributed by Timothy Lueking on Feb 14, 2001

A sermon over Harvesting the crop.

A Time for Harvest A. Introduction 1. As most of you know, I enjoy running. I usually run a couple miles day and I do this because I find it relaxing. 2. I get to see some of the most wonderful things when I run. a. Sometimes I get to see beautiful sunrises. b. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:2-3, Luke 10:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Time Out Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 2, 2000

On keeping the Sabbath, recognizing it as a gift from God, a temporary lifting of the curse of labor and economic utilitarianism.

Before I became a Christian I got into a lot of New Age stuff, from Tarot to numerology. I didn’t spend a lot of time on numerology, I didn’t really start enjoying numbers until I got my computer, but I did find out that my personal number was seven. I don’t remember exactly how the formula goes ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Understanding The Times

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 11, 2001

The line has been drawn, & the battle is on. But do we realize it? Are we people who understand the times & know what should be done? You see, there are four areas in which this battle is being fought.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Updated & Revised: 2022) TEXT: 1 Chronicles 12:30-32 Acts 17:22-34 A. Tomorrow is officially designated as a holiday celebrated in many communities by a variety of solemn observances. All across the U.S. people will gather in parks ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-24, 1 Chronicles 12:32, 1 Peter 5:8, Psalm 33:12, Proverbs 14:34, Acts 17:30, Hosea 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Just In Time"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Nov 26, 2003

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to have UNWAVERING FAITH in God.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Stewart, Georgia BIG IDEA: GOD MAY NOT COME EXACTLY WHEN YOU WANT HIM TO - BUT HE’S ALWAYS “ON TIME” … REFERENCES: Genesis 21:5 (And Abraham was an hundred years old when Isaac was born); Genesis 22:2-9 (And Abraham rose early … with his son Isaac … ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:16-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Time Of Release

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Dec 23, 2003

I believe many of you are going through a time of pressure, a time of testing, a time of not understanding what is going on in your life. You’ve had a tendency to turn away from God in this time of great trial instead of turning to Him for strength and he

By: Donna J. Kazenske Definition of the anointing: the supernatural enablement of God which He gives to a person, through the Holy Spirit, to accomplish His purpose. In Exodus 30:22-33, we find the recipe for the holy anointing oil as given to Moses. The oil contained five different ingredients: ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:22-33, Acts 8:20-22

Denomination: *other

Resolution Time

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 29, 2003

Resolutions direct what you do with your life; they should be tied to something worthwhile. I’m tying mine to the Great Commission

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC December 28, 2003 What do you suppose is the most frequent resolution made by Americans? I’ll give you a hint – it has to do with the dreaded scale! A woman walked into her bathroom at home. As she did, she saw ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: United Methodist

In God's Time

Contributed by John Beehler on Dec 29, 2003

God makes the decisions

In God’s Time We all have dreams. I’m not talking about the kind of dreams you have when you’re sleeping. I’m thinking more along the lines of the kind that kids have. Kids often dream about what they want to be when they grow up. You know, things like being a singer, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Redeeming The Time

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 5, 2004

The main ingredient for redeeming the time (or as Paul said, being wise, not fools) is wisdom. This sermon is a challenge and encouragment to receive wisdom from God.

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC January 4, 2004 September 10th, 1945 finds a strapping (but tender) five and a half month old Wyandotte rooster pecking through the dust of Fruita, Colorado. The unsuspecting bird had never looked so delicious as ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17, Proverbs 9:10

Denomination: United Methodist

A Time To Change

Contributed by Mark Evans on Jan 7, 2004

A NEW YEARS Sermon. As Christians the Lord wants to set us apart for His Holiness and Divne puposes. We need to make certain we have a Godly Christian "Perspective","Purpose" and "Priorities" so that He can work and will" in our lives according to his goo

A Time to Change Date: Jan. 4, 2004 Eccl. 3:1-8 Intro Now, this is the time of the year when people begin to attempt to fulfill their “New Year” resolutions. And to do that we must be willing and ready to accept change. We’ve been talking about worship over the period of ‘two’ messages – How to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Repentance Time Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Feb 29, 2004

Jesus laments over Jerusalem and the failure of people to pay heed to his message.

Sermon for 2nd Sunday In Lent Yr C 7/03/2004 Based on Lk 13:31-35 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson, Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta One of the authentic trademarks of a prophet is that they live very dangerously! They ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Time To Advance

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Apr 21, 2004

A call for Christian growth and service

JOSHUA 18:3 THE CALL TO ADVANCE The story is told of an old couple sitting in their mountain cabin enjoying the fireplace. After a while the woman looked over at her husband and said, “Henry, I think I hear something. Go check and see if it’s raining.” He thought for a moment and answered, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 18:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Double Time

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Aug 7, 2004

In baseball a double is one more base than a singl. A double play is on more out than normal. In our walk with Christ the scripture promises Doble blessings and a double inheritance. Look at the Word of God with Pastor Jamie as he declares, "It is Doub

In 2004 we are reaching for more. Growing up I played baseball. A double is one MORE base than a single. A double play is one more out than normal. Double coupon day at Kroger you get twice as much off on your coupon. Double time is pay you receive for over time on special days and holidays. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 22:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Time To Waist

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Aug 26, 2004

There is no time to waiste about serving the Lord

“NO TIME TO WAIST” JOHN 4:31-38 3-29-98 As I was reading my scripture this last week I found myself focusing on this particular scriptures and then some simple words just jumped out as a challenge to me and I hope to you. If Jesus said 2000 years ago that the fields are ripe unto harvest and time ...read more

Scripture: John 4:31-38

Denomination: Baptist