Sermons on Drift:

Celebrate Good Times

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 2, 2002

Clearly, there are times in life that call for a celebration!

I. The Prodigal’s Party A. Text: Luke 15:10-32 B. Clearly, there are times in life that call for a celebration! C. In this particular parable, we are going to consider that it was the Father’s idea to celebrate! D. Verse 10 actually goes with the previous parable Jesus told. However, I read it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:10-32

Times Of Refreshing Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 29, 2002

A sermon on Acts 3:16, 19 (Adapted from Charles Spurgeon Sermon on Acts 3:19)

Sermon for 4/28/2002 Acts 3:16-19 Introduction: For years, the opening of "The Wide World of Sports" television program illustrated "the agony of defeat" with a painful ending to an attempted ski jump. The skier appeared in good form as he headed down the jump, but then, for no apparent reason, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19, Acts 3:11-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Response - Love God Series

Contributed by Keith Edwards on May 1, 2002

What is our response to the incredible love of God? To Love Him.

God’s Love and Our Response: Loving God Bethel Assembly of God 3/4/2002 AM INTRODUCTION Last week – “The Incredible Love of God” from 1 John 4:8 The next two weeks – “Our response – Love God… Love People” REVELATION 2:1-7 This is a church with historical promise. Paul started the church and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7, 1 John 5:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

New Beginnings

Contributed by John Gullick on May 9, 2002

A sermon that looks at new beginnings and starting over. Really a new year message

New Year - As we travelled around on holiday we saw these signs here and there = You are now entering Southland district - Lakes district and so on. On the journey there came a point where we had left one district behind and had entered another. January is the month when it is drawn to our ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:26-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Missing The Crown

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 23, 2002

Many believers live defeated lives and miss the crown or reward that could be theirs if they only lived for Christ.

MISSING THE CROWN I CORINTHIANS 10:1-13 I. Our Salvation is not based on how we live our lives. A. Ephesians 2:8-9 B. "I know I’m going to heaven, not because of what I’ve done but because of what Christ has done for me." C. John Wycliffe, in Christian History, no. 3. "Trust wholly in Christ; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Essential Equipment: Purpose Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 25, 2002

Do we live our lives on purpose, by accident? Do Christians have a destiny?

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT - ON PURPOSE TEXT: Phil. 3:7-14 QUESTION: Do you know what your purpose is? What is it that drives you, what motivates you? (give the audience time to write down what they think their purpose is). OPEN: One of the most challenging courses at the University of Denver was a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Mother's Love For Those Dark Days Of Life

Contributed by Robert Armstrong on Apr 28, 2001

A Mother’s Day study in the life of Naomi, a righteous mother.

 A Mother’s Love For Those Dark Days Of Life Ruth 1:18 “In the days when the judges ruled, there was a famine in the land, and a man from Bethlehem in Judah, together with his wife and two sons, went to live for a while in the country of ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

Take Courage

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 28, 2002

This text is all about contrary winds - really opposition; those things that come into our lives and make us wonder if we will EVER get anything accomplished.

This text is all about contrary winds - really opposition; those things that come into our lives and make us wonder if we will EVER get anything accomplished. What kinds of contrary winds did Jesus face? Mark’s gospel (v.1) tells us that Jesus had just been rejected in his home town, Nazareth. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52

Denomination: United Methodist

Give And Take

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Feb 7, 2002

There are many areas in which we must give and many areas in which we must take.

Life is a “give and take” proposition. A. This is true in the area of material possessions and money. 1. We give of our time and talents in the work place and we take an agreed upon wage for our efforts B. This is true in love and emotional support. 1. We are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:40-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Soul Magnifies The Lord

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002

Mary’s song

My Soul Magnifies the Lord, Luke 1:46-56 Eric A. Snyder, Minister Farwell Church of Christ December 16, 2001 The lion was proud of his mastery of the animal kingdom. One day he decided to make sure all the other animals knew he was the king of the jungle. He was so confident that he by-passed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:45-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tips From The Great Commission

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 10, 2002

The Art and Science of Disciplemaking. How to overcome the tendency to just be a spectator Christian.

The Art and Science of Disciple-Making Most Christians are content to be spectators instead of becoming obedient disciple-makers. True blessings, power and fulfillment is found in being a multiplying disciple-maker. Let us see how we can think, do and become what the Lord’s will for our life is. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Road To Jerusalem"

Contributed by Matt Kyzer on Mar 20, 2002

Today as we look at ¡§The Road to Jerusalem¡¨ our attention will be drawn to two things, first it was a road that had to be traveled and second, it was a road that would change mankind for all eternity.

The Road to Jerusalem Matthew 21:1-11 03/20/02 Subject: Christ entry into Jerusalem. Compliment: Christ crucifixion was the Atonement for us. Opening: Today as we look at ¡§The Road to Jerusalem¡¨ our attention will be drawn to two things, first it was a road that had to be traveled and second, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Wonder Of His Presentation (Part 2, The Wonder Of Christmas) Series

Contributed by Marcus Naugler on Dec 12, 2001

The angelic visitations to Mary, Elizabeth, and Joseph make for an incredible account of God mastery of presentation. See how the wonder of Christmas comes alive in this part of Jesus’ birth.

The Wonder of His Presentation (Part 2, The Wonder of Christmas) Text: John 1:1-14, Luke 1:26-38, Matt. 1:18-24, Luke 1:39-45 The birth of Jesus is an awesome encounter of God in the flesh. But before He was born, the signs given to His future parents and those who would be eye-witnesses of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-45, Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rejoice In The Unlikely Miracle Of Baptism

Contributed by Edward Frey on Feb 6, 2004

God’s grace makes baptism valid.

“Eleven seconds, you got ten seconds, the countdown going on right now. Five seconds left in the game! Do you believe in miracles? Yes!” exclaimed ABC-TV sports commentator, Al Michaels. And then the patriotic celebration ensued as the 1980 U.S. hockey team staged the biggest upset in Olympic ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:4-7

Denomination: Lutheran

When The Cord Is Torn Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Feb 9, 2004

A threefold cord expresses the truth about Biblical Relationships. What do you do when the cord is torn? 2nd in series on relationships

WHEN THE CORD IS TORN Genesis 2:24 Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and be joined to his wife, and they shall become one flesh. Joined basically means "cling to" or "stick to," the same word is used in Deuteronomy 11:22 when the Jews were commanded to "stick to" or "hold fast ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational