Sermons on Ear Buds:

Church Conflict Resolution Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 27, 2004

When God brought the Gentiles in it was a major hurdle for some of the Jewish Christians. How did they deal with the divisive fall out? How can we practice what God taught them?

We really need to review where we’ve been to appreciate where we are in Acts 15. Here it is in a nutshell. Just before he ascended back to heaven, Jesus commissioned the apostles to wait in Jerusalem for power from God to accomplish the witnessing work of bringing the gospel to the whole world. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Flames That Threaten America

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jun 29, 2006

This sermon considers some of the conditions that are threatening America’s future.

How many of you have ever been near a fire that was raging uncontrollably? This is a scary sight. I can recall at least two such occasions in my life. One occurred when I was a boy. A fire burned about 20 acres of pasture land on our family farm. We had to fight that fire. It was a scary scene. The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of One

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 4, 2003

The power of one individual to significantly impact the many. The key:burying one’s self in favor of others for Christ’s sake.

The Power of One The truth is, a kernel of wheat must be planted in the soil. Unless it dies it will be alone--a single seed. But its death will produce many new kernels--a plentiful harvest of new lives.25Those who love their life in this world will lose it. Those who despise their life in this ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24-27

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Deeper Walk Part Ii

Contributed by Joe Harding on Aug 4, 2003

THE DEEPER WALK IS THE RESULT OF A LIVING SACRIFICE

THE DEEPER WALK PART II: A LIVING SACRIFICE ROMANS 12: 1-21 AUGUST 3, 2003 INTRODUCTION: JUDGE NOT . . . A small-town prosecuting attorney called his first witness to the stand in a trial -- a grand-motherly, elderly woman. He approached her and asked, "Mrs. Jones, do you know me?" She responded, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

What Kind Of Branch Are You?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003

Jesus told His disciples the secret to being a fruitful follower.

What Kind of Branch Are You? May 25, 2003 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A It’s getting warmer and people are getting their gardens ready! a Corn, tomatoes, beans, flowers....... b Winery in Red Bud has their rows all staked out and ready for ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Looking To The Future

Contributed by Paul George on Sep 14, 2003

Zechariah’s answer to the question the delegation from Bethel asked about continuing or discontinuing the public fasts was in the form of reproof. In this chapter he is ordered to change his voice, and to speak words of encouragement to the obedient pri

Zechariah’s answer to the question the delegation from Bethel asked about continuing or discontinuing the public fasts was in the form of reproof. In this chapter he is ordered to change his voice, and to speak words of encouragement to the obedient priests and people. Zechariah is told to tell ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:1-23

Denomination: Holiness

God's Love Letter Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Sep 5, 2009

A very practical sermon that depicts the Bible as God’s love letter to us. The message shares some insights from the Word about the Word and practical advice on how to engage the Bible.

Back when I was a young sailor, I came back home on Christmas leave. My sister asked me to take her to get some last minute Christmas gifts and I said OK. So when we got into the car, my sister told me that she was going to invite a friend, Sofi, to come along with us. Well – let me tell you – I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Hangin' On Tight

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on Jun 3, 2008

Today in the life of this church more than any other time in history we are faced with crossroads, one path leading to prosperity and another leading to a slow deterioration….either HANGING ON TIGHT to your commitment as a Christ Follower, or letting it g

OPENER: Game: Human Knots Great Small Group game. If you use a big group, separate them into small circles. Everyone squeezes together and grabs the hand of a person not standing next to them. They may not let go of the other person’s hands. So in order to untangle they must go over and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Drifting Away From God

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 19, 2008

We drift away from God when we began to doubt God’s good intentions and believe that we need something more to be happy.

[I’ve taken some pointers in this sermon from Chapter 5 ’Drifting Away from God’ in Joseph Stowell’s book RADICAL RELIANCE.] You see, God did not hide from us. Man was the first to hide from God. • Man did not seek God. It was God who first sought man out. DRIFTING AWAY Tom cannot swim but ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Walking Through A Season Of Crushing/ The Death Of Expectation

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 5, 2008

We often find ourselves in A SEASON OF CRUSHING. I can’t seem to understand WHY we are going through this. We can’t allow our dreaming ability to be hindered! Dream on!

WALKING THROUGH A SEASON OF CRUSHING ... THE DEATH OF EXPECTATION... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have rarely started a lesson with the conclusion, but I think I shall start with the end and then build up to the conclusion. CONCLUSION: AFFLICTION IS NOT ALWAYS CHASTISEMENT. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Matthew 4:4-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Abound More & More Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jun 19, 2008

Let the church be abounding more and more in love!

• APATHY – INDIFFERENCE – UNCONCERNED • Talk about Enemies to every Christian AND destroyers of the church… these will certainly do it! APATHY: AN absence of emotion or enthusiasm! INDIFFERENCE: Not seeming to care about anything. UNCONCERNED: It’s not my problem, my issue. So what! NOTE: there ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Loaf Of Bread, A Jug Of Wine, And Laughter

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 3, 2009

Dated 1989. Our faith is not joyless. God uses the simplest of things to bring us support and gladness in the midst of difficult times.

Says the poet, "A loaf of bread, a jug of wine, and Thou beside me singing in the wilderness … Wilderness were paradise enow" The very picture of romantic fulfillment. All I need is a chunk of good fragrant bread, a flask full of the vintner’s art, and you whom I love, and I will be fulfilled. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:19

Denomination: Baptist

Love's Repsonse Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 28, 2009

We have many misconceptions about what real love for Jesus is. But I trust that these words from the mouth of our Lord Himself will make us wise unto salvation. Christian love is demonstrated as a believer keeps or obeys the Lord’s words.

JOHN 14:21-24 LOVE’S RESPONSE [John 14:15-27 & 15:7-14] This passage concerning our love for Christ is bound before and aft with teachings concerning the Holy Spirit. There is significant reason for this. We are to obey Christ’s word and live for Him. In fact, our love for Christ is declared ...read more

Scripture: John 14:21-24, John 14:21

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Ready For The Feast

Contributed by James May on Nov 23, 2008

A Thanksgiving message that says, "Be thankful for all of the wonderful gifts of God, both natural and spiritual."

Getting Ready for the Feast By Pastor Jim May We are entering the season of the year when all of us are preparing for our Thanksgiving Feast. The stores will be packed and the shelves will be empty of all things necessary for preparation of the feast. I’ve got mine; I hope you have yours. One ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Even In The Beginning God Attracts

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Nov 27, 2008

Our physical eyes and other human faculties tend to perceive only the wonder of the physical creation; but, even from the beginning, if we have the spiritual eyes to see, we can already admire the Splendour of God!

“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. Then God said, ‘Let there be light’; and there was light. And God saw the light, that it was good; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist