Sermons on Eternal Value:

Identify Yourself Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Aug 27, 2007

James identifies himself, his Lord and his audience in the introduction to his epistle. What is your identification?

1. Identity in the world (James) 2. Identity in the Lord (a servant of God and the Lord Jesus Christ) 3. Identity in the church (to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting) This morning we’re going to be starting a new series in the book of James. Before we read our text this ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Your Home A Sanctuary: A Place For God Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Aug 30, 2007

THE FIRST IN A FOUR PART SERIES: We can put a lot of time into thinking about how we want to furnish our homes; and don’t forget about the garage! We need to consider how we furnish our hearts! 2 Timothy 3:16-17 and speaks about how we can have our hearts

THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME SERIES “Your Home A Sanctuary: A Place For God” 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth = B.I.B.L.E. <Home furnishings (use my little girl’s doll house)> -kitchen sink set and the fridge -bedroom suite -Living room suite -dining room suite -play ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

Carpe Diem Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 1, 2007

Exposition of Neh 2:1-8, about his wise decisions toward attaining his God-inspired vision for the Kingdom

Text: Nehemiah 2:1-8, Title: Carpe Diem, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/2/07, PM A. Opening illustration: In 1944, Leander McCormick-Goodheart, a recruiter for the Ford Motor Company, toured fifty universities across the United States to recruit the outstanding graduating student of each institution. At Leigh ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Jiminy Cricket Kingdom Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jun 24, 2007

This one is about the problems caused when we try to force Christian morality on a secular society.

Dakota Community Church June 24, 2007 Kingdom of God III The Jiminy Cricket Kingdom This morning I want to continue our series of messages about the differences between the “Kingdom of God” and its citizens and the “Kingdoms of this world” and their citizens. The focus this week will be on ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30

Denomination: Mennonite

Rendering Honor

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jun 25, 2007

Honor is one of those words that we use regularly put can’t quite put our finger on it when giving an accurate definition of what it is.

Rendering Honor Theme: Honor to whom honor belongs INTRODUCTION A. “Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.” Prov. 14:34 1. The very idea of a nation being exalted brings about the concept of honor. 2. On an individual scale, the one who does what is right is exalted, or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Celebrate A Victory

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jun 27, 2007

Preached during the dedication service of a sanctuary renovation

1. We need to PRAISE as we celebrate (v. 20). Philippians 4:4 Psalm 34:1 Hebrews 13:15 2. We need to PURSUE as we celebrate (v. 21-25). Ecclesiastes 12:13 3. We need to PROCLAIM as we celebrate (v. 26). Psalm 71:16 Isaiah 61:1 Matthew 10:27 4. We need to PROCEED as we celebrate (v. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1

Denomination: Baptist

How To Recognize God's Blessings

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006

We all like blessings don’t we? And, certainly, we are a blessed people! But, we often view them in the wrong way. Physical and Material in nature. -Money in the bank and Bills are paid -Living in a nice home and driving a nice car However, -What h

HOW TO RECOGNIZE GOD’S BLESSINGS Ephesians 1:3 INTRO: We all like blessings don’t we? And, certainly, we are a blessed people! But, we often view them in the wrong way. Physical and Material in nature. -Money in the bank and Bills are paid -Living in a nice home and driving a nice car However, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Affirm Your Doctrine

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006

Do you know what you believe? Are you just following the crowd? As believers we all should know what doctrine we follow.

Affirm Your Doctrine 2 Timothy 1:13-14 INTRODUCTION 1. Knowing that his death was imminent, Paul charged Timothy regarding his duties as an evangelist... a. To stir up the gift of God given him - 2 Tim 1:6 b. To not be ashamed of the testimony of the Lord, or of those who suffer for Him ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Preach The Word

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 12, 2006

Preach the Word. We have all been called as ministers of the Gospel message.

Preach The Word! 2 Timothy 4:1-4 INTRODUCTION 1. A solemn charge was given by Paul to Timothy... a. In view of the coming of the Lord and His judgment - 2 Tim 4:1 b. Pertaining to preaching the Word of God - 2 Tim 4:2-4 2. It is a charge that should considered carefully by all... a. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Your Declaration Of Independence

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 4, 2006

As Americans we highly value the fact that we were given the declaration of independence as a basis for being the home of the brave and the free. With all the sexual scandals reported around Ted Haggard and the Foley deviances people tend to lose heart

“It May Seem Muddy But Hang in There” Psalm 40:1-3 PS 40:1 I waited patiently for the LORD; he turned to me and heard my cry. 2 He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. 3 He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

So, You Got Your Value System On Ebay Series

Contributed by Kenneth Wright on Nov 8, 2006

How to develope a core vlaue system

So, You got your value system on EBay. "These words I speak to you are not incidental additions to your life... they are foundational words, words to build a life on" (Matthew 7:24 MSG) A sermon by Kenneth Wright - Sunday, November 05, 2006 Introduction On Tuesday, October 3, 1999 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now What

Contributed by Ralph Coleman on Nov 11, 2006

Christian Awareness

NOW WHAT?? Col.3.1,2 You have journeyed with Jesus through the seasons of your life – Now What? You have gone through situation with a bowed down head – Now What? You have stopped by the Mount of the Beatitudes and found how blessed you are – You have wrestled with the challenges of life and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Healthy Life Choices For Members Of God's Family

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 22, 2006

Some practical instruction for living the Christian life

Healthy Life Choices for Members of God’s Family Gladstone Baptist Church – 9/10/05 pm We have started on a 2 week series on being the family of God. Being in a family is often an interesting experience isn’t it. I can remember growing up as a boy and having all manner of fights with my ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Christianity And Politics

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jul 9, 2007

Christianity and Politics are like oil and water, they say. But the Bible reveals reveals that Christianity and politics have no choice but to mix.

Christianity and Politics Theme: understanding that Christianity and politics have no choice but to mix. INTRODUCTION A. The First Amendment of our Constitution declares that, “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.” 1. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Time

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jul 9, 2007

A look at what God’s people need to do with their lives...because it’s time to do it!

1. It’s time to PLANT A. You always reap what you sow (Gal. 6:7-8) B. You always reap more than you sow (Hosea 8:7) C. You always reap later than you sow (Num. 32:23) 2. It’s time to PLOW A. We need to break up our heart (Ps. 34:18) B. We need to break up our spirit (Ps. 51:17) C. We need to break ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 10:12

Denomination: Baptist