Sermons on Establish New Habits:

God's Good News Is Amazing

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jul 5, 2002

PENTECOST 6(B) - June 30, 2002 - God’s good news is amazing as people are amazed at Jesus’ words but Jesus is amazed at their lack of faith.

GOD’S GOOD NEWS IS AMAZING Mark 6:1-16 - June 30, 2002 MARK 6 1Jesus left there and went to his hometown, accompanied by his disciples. 2When the Sabbath came, he began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard him were amazed. "Where did this man get these things?" they asked. "What’s this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Moving To New Levels Of Worship

Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Oct 16, 2002

This is a message to motivate the Body of Christ to move to new levels of worship.

If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Moving to New Levels of Worship Pastor Jerry C. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Introduction To New Testament Leadership Series

Contributed by Terry Kreuger on Oct 31, 2002

New Testement Leadership

Introduction to New Testament Leadership A Shepherds Heart 1) What are your expectations for the course? 2) Write down the mission statement of the church. 3) Write down why the church exists. 4) Tell me why you want to be a leader in this church. My expectations on you as a ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Perceptions Of The New Year

Contributed by Robert Cobb on Dec 23, 2000

An expository outline of Psalm 84.

I. Looking Back at Past Blessings v. 1-4 1. A Sweet Fellowship v. 1-2 2. A Special Fascination v. 3 3. A Satisfying Freshness v. 4 II. Looking Around at Present Needs v. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Tough Words – Good News

Contributed by Edgar Mayer on Nov 21, 2000

A sermon on Luke 3:1-20.

Sermon on Luke 3:1-20; Pastor Edgar Mayer; Wilsonton/Glencoe Parish; 10.12.00; 2nd Advent. For more sermons and other writings check out pastor's homepage: http://www.geocities.com/mayeredgar. "Heavenly Father, when your words are at times hurtful, let us not doubt that they are nevertheless good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

New Life- The Raising Of Lazarus Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 26, 2000

The raising of Lazarus - the centrality of belief in Jesus - how far does it go?

Introduction: Belief Do you believe in Jesus? Do you BELIEVE in Jesus? Do you really believe in Jesus? That I think is the compelling question that we’re faced with as we read this passage today. What does it mean for you to believe in Jesus? As an abstract question it’s probably easy enough to ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Anglican

How To Treat A New Christian

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 8, 2002

New Christians should be treated with acceptance, understanding and patience.

HOW TO TREAT A NEW CHRISTIAN Acts 9:19-31 INTRO.- ILL.- Bob Russell of the large Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, KY, tells this story about a young man he baptized while in college. Bob said, "In my senior year at Bible college I met a tall, gangly basketball player from the University ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Commandment (Part 1)

Contributed by Gene Barron on Oct 18, 2000

INTRODUCTION IN JOHN 13:34 THE LORD SAYS : "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another.

INTRODUCTION IN JOHN 13:34 THE LORD SAYS : "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another." HOW CAN ANYONE, EVEN GOD, COMMAND LOVE? AT LEAST HOW CAN ANYONE COMMAND WHAT MOST OF US CALL LOVE -- THAT EMOTION, THAT FEELING OF ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Commandment (Part 2)

Contributed by Gene Barron on Oct 18, 2000

INTRODUCTION WHAT IS IT IN JESUS THAT SO DRAWS MEN, THAT WINS THEIR ALLEGIANCE AWAY FROM EVERY OTHER MASTER, MAKES THEM READY TO LEAVE ALL FOR HIS SAKE, AND TO FOLLOW HIM THROUGH PERIL AND SACRIFICE EVEN TO DEATH? IS IT HIS WONDERFUL TEACHING? "NO MAN EVER SPOKE LIKE THIS MAN!" (John 7:46) IS

INTRODUCTION WHAT IS IT IN JESUS THAT SO DRAWS MEN, THAT WINS THEIR ALLEGIANCE AWAY FROM EVERY OTHER MASTER, MAKES THEM READY TO LEAVE ALL FOR HIS SAKE, AND TO FOLLOW HIM THROUGH PERIL AND SACRIFICE EVEN TO DEATH? IS IT HIS WONDERFUL TEACHING? "NO MAN EVER SPOKE LIKE THIS MAN!" (John 7:46) IS IT ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Good News For Hard Times!

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

No matter how hard the road may be there is good news for those who will trust in Jesus.

Good News For Hard Times! Acts 9:32-43 Hard times are nothing new. Hard times, times of trials and tribulations, seem to be as constant as the sunrise. You can watch the news on any given day and hear of the hard times of those around our country. You can read the morning paper and learn of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgiveness: Making A New Start

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Forgiveness is the creation of a new start.

Thesis: Forgiveness is the creation of a new start. Intro.: 1. If anybody ever had a right to hold a grudge--it was probably Joseph! a. You know the story (Gen. 37-50). 1) Most favored of Jacob's 12 sons (special coat). 2) Brothers hated him because of it (tattletale, dreams). 3) Brothers plot ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

God Is Doing A New Thing

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

A look at the timeless message of the Gospel in light of changing methodologies.

God Is Doing A New Thing Matthew 9:14-17 March 06, 2005 Matthew 9:14 (NLT) One day the disciples of John the Baptist came to Jesus and asked him, "Why do we and the Pharisees fast, but your disciples don’t fast?" A Question of Fasting  Fasting was a regular practice for the faithful ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New & Improved Or Tired & Old Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 25, 2005

Sometimes the new and improved isn’t - and we become leary. When God came up with a new and improved way to approach Him, some thought the new way was uncomfortable so they wanted to go back.

There’s no doubt that we as humans like the comfortable and the familiar. Especially when presented with challenges - we like what we know. My dog is like that. She knows that when we are finished exercising on Saturday morning that it’s time for her walk. And at a certain time in the evening - she ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Episode Iv: A New Hope Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 10, 2005

God teaches us that his way of winning hearts through his Word is the only way.

$20,000. That’s how much our congregation spent last year (not including pastor’s salary) on outreach both here and through our synod. What did that $20,000 accomplish? Well we didn’t grow as a congregation, and our synod’s membership actually declined. Was that $20,000 wasted? Is sharing God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-18

Denomination: Lutheran

"Taking On A New Identity In Christ"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 10, 2005

Too many times we allow old labels to stick tightly even after we have come to Christ. How can we get old negative labels off so that we can become what Christ intended for us to be?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches Dr. Marilyn S. Murphree August 14, 2005 Taking on a New Identity in Christ Judges6:11-24 INTRODUCTION: Today’s scripture talks about the most unlikely person in the world to be a leader and deliverer of Israel. Gideon at this point had a painful past that he was ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-24

Denomination: Methodist