Sermons on Esther 18:1-21:

Sing A New Song

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 16, 2008

This is a call to move from traditional worship focusing on the Builder Generation to Multi-ethnic worship. Can also be used to explain the differences in worshop preferences between generations and moving to contemporary worship

Sing a New Song Psalm 96 I am a PK, a preacher’s kid and grew up in a traditional Methodist church with hymns, the organ, anthems, a handbell choir and Calls to Worship. In 1990, I attended a conference in Houston on cutting edge ministry. The first night opened with worship. I walked in and the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

The Importance Of Being Paul Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Sep 16, 2008

God will use your past history, good, bad and even what you see as irrelevant to further the Gospel in your life today.

The Apostle Paul has been accused of not being the real thing. Paul is being accused of not being authentic, he is accused of being a slick salesman rather than a true disciple. Is Paul reliable? Is Paul authentic? Are his writings to be taken seriously? Can we trust Paul and his understanding of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pour Yourself Into Others!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 26, 2008

Don’t give up on people. Try and try again. Your abilitiy,love, motivation, attitude, effort, commitment and passion can reach people if you try.

POUR YOURSELF INTO OTHERS... GREAT IS THE YIELD OF A FERTILE FIELD... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a small pitcher and several varying size glasses. I pour what each vessel is capable of holding. On the night of Sep’t. 25, 2008 I dreamed a beautiful dream. I dreamed about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Heart Of A Servant

Contributed by Trevor Woodget on Feb 19, 2008

A sermon that uncovers the heart of a true servant of God

Nehemiah 1:1-11 The Heart of a Servant. 3rd February 2008 Basingstoke Nehemiah lived in the same era as Ezra and Esther around 450BC From our recent studies you know how Jews spent 70 years in exile The city of Jerusalem and the temple had been destroyed by Babylonians Remember how Daniel ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Enjoy Fortune Together, Endure Misfortune Together Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 19, 2007

Couples, Pt. 2

ENJOY FORTUNE TOGETHER, ENDURE MISFORTUNE TOGETHER (GENESIS 12:1-13:1) Larry's barn burned down and Susan, his wife, called the insurance company. Susan told the insurance company, “We had that barn insured for fifty thousand and I want my money.” The agent replied, “Whoa there, just a minute, ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 24, 2008

Christ always has been the provider of His people’s needs. He will always be. The question is will we see our true needs & look to Him to provide them. Jesus is the hope of the 2nd Exodus, which will lead to freedom from slavery to sin, self & satan.

JOHN 6: 1-15 JESUS FEEDS THE FIVE THOUSAND [Isaiah 55:1-4] The feeding of the five thousand is the one miracle along with the resurrection that is included in all four Gospels (Mt.14:13-21; Mk. 6:30-44; Lk. 9:10-17; Jn. 6:1-13). It ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Spirituality Of Solitude And Silence Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 25, 2008

Jesus invites us to come away for awhile alone with him.

Solitude and Silence Earthed Spirituality If Celtic Spirituality was born out of Patrick’s experience, then it was born out of solitude. Patrick spent 6 years from age 6-22 living the life of a monk as a slave-shepherd in the hills of Ireland. He used his solitude to pray, praying the psalms day ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:31

Denomination: *other

The Lord Looks At The Heart

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

David, Pt. 1

THE LORD LOOKS AT THE HEART (1 SAMUEL 16) During the wedding rehearsal, the groom approached the pastor with an unusual offer. “Look, I’ll give you $100 if you’ll change the wedding vows. When you get to me and the part where I’m to promise to ‘love, honor and obey’ and ‘forsaking all others, be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dealing With Problems Within God's Holy Community

Contributed by David Houchin on Mar 2, 2007

In Ezra’s day there was an issue, a problem, that needed resolution; Ezra dealt with it through confession and a covenant.

HOW WE SHOULD DEAL WITH PROBLEMS WITHIN GOD’S HOLY COMMUNITY (The Church) Ezra chapters 9 & 10 Pastor David E. Houchin Delivered 2/25/07 at Church on the Esplanade Chico, California Last Sunday, as we entered Lent, Pastor Ed exhorted us to learn about three specific spiritual disciplines: Bible ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Christ In The Old Testament Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 1, 2007

Jesus fulfills the Old Testament; this is especially seen on Palm Sunday.

Finding Christ in the Old Testament Zechariah 9:9 Rev. Brian Bill www.pontiacbible.org 4/1/07 As a way to introduce the sermon today we’re going to watch a clip from “The Mouk Story,” which describes how chronological Bible teaching from the Old Testament provided a framework for an explosion of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible: Is It Credible? Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on May 27, 2006

2nd in a 4 part series dealing with topics that tend to divide people from each other and God.

THE GREAT DIVIDE - PART 2 “The Bible: Is it Credible?” 2 Timothy 3:16-17 & 2 Peter 1:20-21 INTRODUCTION: (:22 video intro) This book is, without a doubt, the most popular book in history. Last week we talked about the novel, The Da Vinci Code and mentioned that it was one of the most popular ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Disciples With Discipline Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

Self-denial and spiritual discipline are not popular topics in today’s culture. But a Christianity without a cross is not Christianity at all. This sermon launches a fifty day focus on spiritual disciplines.

Disciples with Discipline (Fifty Days of Consecration #1) 1 Corinthians 9:24-27[1] 3-20-05 Introduction This morning we want to prepare for the Fifty Days of Consecration that begins next Sunday. The fifty days begins on Easter (March 27th) and will conclude on the Day of Pentecost (May 15th). ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Charismatic

Part 7 - Goodness Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 21, 2006

In part 7 of the fruits of the spirit series we will look at Goodness and how this godly characteristic can help us build relationships and take care of those in need.

The Fruit of the Spirit Part 7 – Goodness Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME We are continuing our Series on The Fruits of the Holy Spirit. This morning I would like to talk about the Spiritual Fruit, or character of God we can develop, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:32-35

Denomination: Bible Church

Jesus' Positive Answer For Every Negative Problem

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 17, 2006

Chuck Swindoll listened to a piece of advice from a wise friend one day that greatly affected his outlook on life. The friend said, "If you know how to do things you will usually find work, but if you can explain to people why things work, you will probab

Jesus’ Positive Answer for Every Negative Problem by Paul Fritz Luke 18:27-18:27 Jesus’ Positive Answer for Every Negative Problem (Luke 18:27) Chuck Swindoll listened to a piece of advice from a wise friend one day that greatly affected his outlook on life. The friend said, "If you know how ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Why Did You Come To Church This Morning?”

Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 27, 2006

Why did you come to church this morning? Perhaps you came here because that’s the thing to do on Sunday morning. Perhaps you came because you really like the music. Perhaps you came because you knew that a certain attractive someone of the opposi

“Why Did You Come to Church this Morning?” Hebrews 10:19-25 Why did you come to church this morning? · Perhaps you came here because that’s the thing to do on Sunday morning. · Perhaps you came because you really like the music. · Perhaps you came because you knew that a certain attractive ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational