Sermons on Ensample For The Flock:

Sheep In Wolves Clothing

Contributed by Ronnie Knight on Nov 24, 2006

God has called us to carry the light in the darkness of this world. He has called us to be change agents. He wants us to shine His light so that men can see and be changed. The question is how do we consistently do this thing that God has called us to do?

Sermon Series: Sermon: “Sheep In Wolves Clothing” Scripture: Matthew 5.14-16 Introduction: Do you guys remember the cartoon with Wiley Coyote and Ralph the sheep dog. I use to love that cartoon. Every morning Ralph and Wiley would meet at the time clock which was mounted on a tree. As they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Direction Of Your Life After Salvation?

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009

So tonight, I want to take a look at Lot’s bad decision and what motivated him to make that decision because if Lot as a righteous man can make bad decisions; it means that you and me as Christians are not immune from making bad decisions even though we

What is the Direction of your life after Salvation? Wed. Night March 4th 2009 2 Peter 2:7-9; Genesis 13:5-13 Introduction In what direction or you going in life since you’ve been saved? What kind of decisions are you making in your life? A lot of that depends on the spiritual condition you are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Shepherds Meet The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 21, 2009

Since mankind is made up mostly of common people, common shepherds were the first visitors to welcome the Savior of mankind.

The Shepherds Meet the Good Shepherd (Luke 2:7-18) 1. Remember the commercials a few years ago that said, "Got Milk?" We Vasiceks are into dairy. We use lots of lowfat cottage cheese, yogurt, and obviously milk. 2. Wisconsin is "the Dairy State," although California is advertising. The land of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Micah - Judgment Now, Blessing (1:1 - 2:13) Part 1 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 26, 2009

1. The eighth century (800-700 B.C.) was filled with prophetic activity... a. Starting with Jonah, who prophesied to the city of Nineveh (790 B.C.) b. Continuing with prophets sent primarily to the northern kingdom of Israel

"STUDIES IN THE MINOR PROPHETS" Micah - Judgment Now, Blessings Later (1:1-2:13) INTRODUCTION 1. The eighth century (800-700 B.C.) was filled with prophetic activity... a. Starting with Jonah, who prophesied to the city of Nineveh (790 B.C.) b. Continuing with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Part 3 - Judging Others Puts A Curse On Our Life Series

Contributed by Dennis Cummins on May 7, 2008

This series is designed to help people understand how God takes our failures and refines us with them, turning them into successes.

Refined by Failure A hiker was charged w/ eating an endangered species while tracking the woods of California. After hearing the man had eaten a condor, the judge quickly passed a harsh sentence of 10 years behind bars. Wouldn’t it be great that if today, you could experience immediate change, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Necessity Of The Nativity

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 26, 2007

This is my message for our annual Hanging of the Greens service based on the pieces of the church nativity set

The Necessity of the Nativity Selected Passages November 25, 2007 Hanging of the Greens Message Introduction What is your favorite time of year? Most children will say Christmas. Most adults may say the same. Christmas is a season of grace. It is the season when God sent Jesus to our world. 4 But ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Church Of God

Joy Of Community

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on May 13, 2007

Paul shares three important aspects of community

Intro: being a military brat growing up was a life on the move. For many the thought of re-location can be a scary proposition. Being in a Christian family made these transitions easier, because when you moved to a new base, there was always a church family waiting for you to arrive. Knowing that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Advent Ii, Year B

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Nov 29, 2002

Listening and responding to the LORD’s voices crying in the wilderness.

Sermon for Advent II, Yr B Dec 8, 2002 Isa 40:3-5; Mk 1:1-8; 2 Pet 3:9 & 15a Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson The Christian playwright and novelist, Henry Scholberg, tells the following story. They were proud of their church. “Proud as punch!” they always ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8, Isaiah 40:3-5

Denomination: Lutheran

"Sail On, Avoid Becoming Shipwrecked"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Sep 1, 2003

Paul needs Timothy. In this message you will find a list of ten rocks to avoid lest you become a shipwreck!

Text: 1 Timothy 1:18 This charge I commit unto thee, son Timothy, according to the prophecies which went before on thee, that thou by them mightest war a good warfare; 19 Holding faith, and a good conscience; which some having put away concerning faith have made shipwreck: 20 Of whom is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

23rd Psalm Part I Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Aug 1, 2011

We will be going through a two week study of the 23rd Psalm. The 23rd Psalm has everything from Salvation to trust to the reasons for being still before God. It also shows how much God cares about one person.

Psalm 23 As my rehab on my shoulder continues my sleep has been off. Late Saturday night I could not sleep but I felt the Lord give me a prompting to do a series on the 23rd Psalm. For the next 2 weeks each devotional will be about this great passage in the Old Testament. Since the Lord gave this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Final Exam. Are You Ready?

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011

Jesus is coming. It's inevitable. We can be ready.

Passage: Matthew 24:36-51 Intro: Sometimes in high school but certainly in college, the first day of class involves receiving a syllabus. 1. expectations, projects, papers, tests. 2. and typically they include dates for completion, and test times. 3. now for some of us, these allowed us to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-51

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Conversion & Baptism Of The Ethiopian Eunuch

Contributed by Emil Boniog on Sep 20, 2011

Although baptism is not necessary for salvation, it is the other side of the coin so to speak. It is an important first step of obedience for the saved. The new believer should be baptized ASAP and without delay. If one truly trusts the Lord, nothing shou

THE CONVERSION & BAPTISM OF THE EUNUCH Before we go to our message, may I address some questions concerns. QUESTIONS ABOUT ELDERS 1. Why don’t we have Elders? We do but we believe that Elders--the person (presbuteros=presbyterian--rule of elders) and Overseers--the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist

Tithing Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 28, 2016

Understanding the Buzz Words in Christianity

Series: Buzz Words Week: 3 Passage: Various Title: What is Tithing? Focus: Introduction to Sacrificial Giving INTRODUCTION: In Matthew, Mark, and Luke 1 out of every 6 verses deals with money. Of the 29 parables Christ told, 16 deal with a person and his money. #1: Tithing in the Old Testament ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Be Used By God: A Shepherd And A Staff

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 21, 2016

When God needs a tool for service, He uses common tools.

A. THE CALL OF GOD TO MOSES “Now Moses was tending the flock of Jethro his father-in-law, the priest of Midian. And he led the flock to the back of the desert, and came to Horeb, the mountain of God. And the Angel of the LORD appeared to him in a flame of fire from the midst of a bush. So ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Make Your Life Count Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 31, 2015

This is the 10th sermon in the series "Don't Be Discouraged". Each Christian needs to make their life on this Earth count.

Series: Don’t Be Discouraged [#10] MAKE YOUR LIFE COUNT 1 Peter 5:1-14 Introduction: Jesus Christ lived the most significant life that ever has been lived, in fact the most significant life that ever will be lived. How do you live a significant life- Make it count? I've always wanted to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist