Sermons on Easter Vigil:

Good News For The Worry Wart Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 16, 2006

Jesus tells us not to worry, but to trust God.

Good News For the Worry Wart Text: Matt. 6:25-34 Introduction 1. Read Matt. 6:25-34 2. Illustration: The beginning of anxiety is the end of faith, and the beginning of true faith is the end of anxiety. George Muller Massena, one of Napoleon’s generals, suddenly appeared with 18,000 soldiers ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Methodist

Loving A Loser

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

the prodigal son

“Loving a Loser: The Prodigal Son Luke 15:11-32 3/4/01 Intro: I hope this morning you have come excited about hearing what God’s word has to say to you. I honestly believe if you want to be changed this morning by what God has to say, you will find many things to apply to your life. If you have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are You Hungry For? Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Feb 13, 2006

While we often seek what the crowds were looking for, Jesus offers himself as the Bread of life that truly satisfies.

Introduction We’ve all had this experience. Every one of us has found ourselves in front of the TV a couple of hours after a satisfying and filling supper and seen a commercial – and not just any commercial. You know what I mean: One of those commercials. There it is: a delicious looking triple ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus On Teams Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Dec 13, 2006

What does it take to have an impact like Jesus -- impact on others and with others? Find out the biblical componenents to teams in this message from Luke 6.

“Jesus on Teams” (Luke 6:12-16) R Files Video opens… TRANS: That’s the story of how one person has been changed by Jesus! Yes, Dennis has an R File (show file and give to Dennis) … his life has been changed by the resurrection and he will forevermore be a different man. You know, Dennis, you are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Unwrap The Gift Of Joy This Christmas

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 24, 2006

The angel said, “I bring you good news.” Christ is our good news of great joy.. Regardless of the circumstances, the pain, or problems, we look to Jesus, He is our good news. In Christ we can face life with optimism and joy.

Un-wrap the Gift of Joy this Christmas Luke 2:10 “But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.” The angel said, “I bring you good news.” Christ is our good news of great joy.. Regardless of the circumstances, the pain, or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10, Luke 3:10-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Journey To Jerusalem

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005

The fact is that without God’s direction for our lives, we can easily find ourselves not going where Christ wants to take us. Let Jesus become your best friend and let Him show you where you need to go!

THE JOURNEY TO JERUSALEM ~ Part One ~ In the recent weeks, I have become excited with what God is doing in this family of believers. There is a remnant of people that is growing in number and in purpose for the future of Lighthouse Assembly of God. Many see the vision of what God has for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-53

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Give Willingly Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Oct 23, 2006

See what Zacchaeus teaches us about giving, especially as a response to repentance and salvation.

¡§Give Willingly¡¨ (Luke 18:18-19:9) One of the best evidences of genuine salvation is generosity. That¡¦s right ¡V when God enters a life, giving becomes a way of life. Would you say that with me as I show it behind me on the screen? When God enters a life, giving becomes a way of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

What's So Special About God's Love Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Apr 10, 2006

This sermon examines the special nature of God’s love for us.

God’s love is a special love. The person on the street and the person in church on Sunday all need to understand the love of God. An understanding of God’s love will affect your faith. An understanding of God’s love will affect your opinion of yourself. An understanding of God’s love will affect ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelism Series

Contributed by William Hayes on Apr 26, 2006

Some points from the sending out of the twelve

Luke 9 There comes a time in all of our lives when we have to learn to do things on our own. Whether that means our first steps, our first go at riding a bike without stabilisers, going to school on your own, all the way through to the time when we finally leave to set up home ourselves. You ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Do You Want To Be Healed?"

Contributed by Fred Mueller on May 3, 2006

Our church inaugurated a healing service this week. This was the sermon to introduce the congregation to our new healing services.

Hillsborough Reformed Church at Millstone April 30, 2006 Easter III John 5:1-18 “Do You Want to Be Healed?” When we talk about Christian healing, we start with a question – “Do you want to be well?” That may seem like a “no-brainer.” Of course, I want to be well! What do you think? But it ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Not To Neglect - A Confirmation Sermon

Contributed by Fred Mueller on May 16, 2006

A sermon addressed to the parents of young people (ninth graders)being confirmed - urging them to lead by example as their children fulfill their promises as disciples.

Hillsborough Reformed Church at Millstone May 7, 2006 Easter IV Confirmation Sunday Hebrews 10:19-25 “What Not to Neglect” So we have finally arrived at your confirmation day! Wow! Most of you have been going to Sunday School your whole lives. You have moved from upstairs where you sat in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Self-Service

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003

Doing for others is one of the best ways to do for ourselves

M onday I had the TV on and watched an interview with various actors in the new movie “Head Over Heels”. The host of the show was interviewing the models who are in the movie. At one point he asked something about how difficult it must be to live like we suppose models have to live. This one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Do You Welcome A King?

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

Comparing David’s return to throne with Jesus

“How Do You Welcome a King?” 2 Samuel 19 Intro: We have a special guest speaker who is here today. I don’t think anyone saw him yet, but I’m sure you all respect him highly. His name is GOD! The Holy Spirit wants to speak to each one of us today, but will we listen? If we knew we were ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do You Celebrate Christmas?

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Dec 11, 2003

Christmas reminds us that Jesus is to be sought and truly worshipped by all the nations on the earth.

Introduction: Play DVD Video Clip Why do you celebrate Christmas? from “Essentials” Vol. 3 No. 6. Here we are—11 days away from Christmas. Can you believe it? Seems as though it has snuck up on us. Can you guess what people are thinking about getting you for Christmas? They want to get you a gift ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

(Another) True Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Charles Tucker on Dec 16, 2003

While we think of the cute and cuddly baby in the manger and the promise of "peace on earth," John tells a different version of the birth of Jesus... and another true meaning of Christmas

I decided to start today with “The Top Ten Reasons We Should Keep Christmas.” With all the hustle and bustle, I thought we needed to be reminded why Christmas is a good idea. Without Christmas… • The candied fruit market would completely collapse! • Our boring, uneventful lives would have no ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17, Luke 2:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ