Sermons on Effort:

Gather For Rhythm Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The early church was devoted to teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer. They gathered regularly, which had a profound impact on their lives. We too can experience this impact by developing the habit of gathering with other believers.

Let's talk about habits - the good, the bad, and the weird. Habits are like the auto-pilot of our lives. Did you know it takes about 66 days to form a new habit? Habits are all about cravings and rewards. What if we craved hanging out with our friends, praying more, and really getting the Bible? ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Topics: Early Church, Community Power, Spiritual Gathering, Church History

Buyer’s Remorse

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 1, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 32: 1 – 44

Jeremiah 32: 1 – 44 Buyer’s Remorse 1 The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD in the tenth year of Zedekiah king of Judah, which was the eighteenth year of Nebuchadnezzar. 2 For then the king of Babylon’s army besieged Jerusalem, and Jeremiah the prophet was shut up in the court of the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:32

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Enjoyability - Ecclesiastes 1:4-2:26 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Mar 12, 2025

Why is it that sometimes you are capable of enjoying God’s gifts, and other times you just can’t seem to get any enjoyment out of those very same gifts? And if we are to find our joy in the Lord, what role do the pleasures of this world play?

Ecclesiastes 1:1 The words of the Preacher, son of David, king in Jerusalem. 2 "Absolute futility," says the Preacher. "Absolute futility. Everything is futile." 3 What does a man gain for all his efforts that he labors at under the sun? 4 A generation goes and a generation ...read more

"Tips For Spiritual Sucess"

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Aug 26, 2001

Tips for success in the Christian life.

Title: “Tips For Spiritual Success” Scripture: Joshua 1:6-9 Introduction: Christians are assured of good success when they fill their hearts and minds with God’s Word and obey it, but because many of them have neglected this, they are less than successful in their spiritual lives. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Troubled Waters

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

The waters are troubled but you must get in, There is no healing, no deliverance, no victory and no power on the porch.

Waiting for the moving of the water. Waiting for instant blessing, instant healing, instant transformation. On the porch There are a multitude of Christians today who spiritually speaking are on the porches. They are not doing anything for God. They’re watching, judging , criticizing, They know ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Makes A Good Minister Of The Word?

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002

We will look at how to become a good minister of God’s Word

I Timothy 4:1-16 Becoming a good minister of the Word Introduction What make a good minister of the Word? (run with that Idea) I hope you have let God Shape you into what He wants. 3 requirements for making of a young ministers of the Word 1. Preaching the Word (1-6) 2. Practicing the Word ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

What It Takes To Be A Star?

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 29, 2001

Paul tells the Philippians to shine like stars and his message is the same for us today. this is a brief inductive message

What it Takes to Be a Star Philippians 2.12-18 November 23, 1997 Morning Service 1. Stars in people A. Movie: C. Eastwood, J. Wayne, K. Costner, J. Roberts, Princess Diana B. Music: G. Brooks, A. Grant, B. Joel C. Sports: Basket - M. Jordan, Football - D. Marino, B. Favre, Hockey - Gretzgy, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Essentials For The Home

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

Matt.12:25 says, “Every city or house divided against itself shall not stand.

Matt.12:25 says, “Every city or house divided against itself shall not stand.” In that statement, Jesus is actually defending His authority before those who said He was working by Satan’s power rather than God’s. He was simply reminding them of this argument: if He were casting out a demon by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:25

Essentials For The Home

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

Matt.12:25 says, “Every city or house divided against itself shall not stand.

Matt.12:25 says, “Every city or house divided against itself shall not stand.” In that statement, Jesus is actually defending His authority before those who said He was working by Satan’s power rather than God’s. He was simply reminding them of this argument: if He were casting out a demon by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:25

Last Words Of Paul Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 7, 2003

These are the last recorded words of Paul. One’s last words often tell us where his priorities were.

It is significant that Paul’s last recorded words were to another preacher. Paul placed a great emphasis on the proclamation of the Word of God. He insisted on a certain level of job performance for himself and others who did the proclaiming. Since it is necessary for those who proclaim the Word ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Living Inn You

Contributed by Mark Lennon on Dec 20, 2002

did you know that Christ is accualy in you to live making His home in you

Christ Living Inn You When you invited the Lord Jesus into your life, He actually and literally came to live in you. Christianity is LIFE -- the life of Christ coming into you at the moment you are born again, and then living through your body each moment of each day. · When I was first saved I ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20, 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

Peacekeeper Or Peacemaker Series

Contributed by Richard White on Oct 26, 2002

Are we called to be Peacekeepers or Peacemakers, some do not know the difference. We are weapons of Peace, givers of Peace, and makers of Peace.

Peacekeeper or Peacemaker Matt 5:9 When looking up Peacekeeper in an Encyclopedia one would find some of the following; various weapons like the Colt 45 called by Sam Colt “the peacekeeper” you would also find a missile system built during Ronald Reagan’s administration by the same name. You ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-35, Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessings In Disguise

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 19, 2002

The consecrated Christian does not live in an accidental world. Things and events happen for a purpose...though often unseen and unappreciated by us but marvelously brought together by God for our ultimate good.

BLESSINGS IN DISGUISE "And Pharaoh said to Joseph, ’See, I have set you over all the land of Egypt…Pharaoh also said to Joseph, ’I am Pharaoh, and without your consent no man may lift his hand or foot in all the land of Egypt." Genesis 41:41, 44 The mine rescue effort in Somerset, PA was delayed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Missionary Farmer.

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Mar 22, 2001

In this season of planting and sowing, there are principals used by farmers that apply to all Christians.

I remember the first time my wife and I harvested our garden. The fresh produce and fruits were encouragment for all the labor and efforts we went through with. It is great to know that in due season we shall reap if we faint not. The Holy Spirit will lead you in sowing for God’s garden. The Light ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:6, Hosea 10:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Best Counselor = God's Word Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001

UNDERSTANDING GOD’S REVELATION IS THE PATHWAY TO ENCOURAGEMENT

BIG IDEA: UNDERSTANDING GOD’S REVELATION IS THE PATHWAY TO ENCOURAGEMENT (:17) INTRODUCTION "Deal bountifully with Thy servant, That I may live and keep Thy word" If God were to bless us abundantly and give us our greatest desire, what would that be? The opportunity to continue to live a life of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:17-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible