Sermons on Eugene De Mazenod:

A Sack Of Silverware

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 4, 2002

Instead of living life by all the "rules" why not live life by the Spirit?

February 3, 2002 17You must accept whatever situation the Lord has put you in, and continue on as you were when God first called you. This is my rule for all the churches. 18For instance, a man who was circumcised before he became a believer should not try to reverse it. And the man who was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17-40

Denomination: United Methodist

The Fathers God Rewards

Contributed by Dana Chau on Jun 16, 2003

Discover what kind of fathers God rewards and with what kind of rewards

A couple of weeks ago, the wives and mothers hopefully received encouragement on Mother’s Day. Worry is one of the most common struggles of motherhood, and so we addressed how wives and mothers can live worry-free. This morning, I hope to give needed encouragement to fathers. What is the one ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Denomination: *other

Destroying The Shame

Contributed by Allister Smiley on Apr 11, 2003

INTRODUCTION: The dictionary defines “shame as a person or thing that brings disgrace; a feeling of distress caused by consciousness of guilt. The Pastoral Dictionary defines “shame” as a feeling which follows when a person realizes that there has been a

SUBJECT: DESTROYING THE SHAME Text: 11 Samuel 9:1-13 INTRODUCTION: The dictionary defines “shame as a person or thing that brings disgrace; a feeling of distress caused by consciousness of guilt. The Pastoral Dictionary defines “shame” as a feeling which follows when a person realizes that there ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Celebrate Good Times

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 2, 2002

Clearly, there are times in life that call for a celebration!

I. The Prodigal’s Party A. Text: Luke 15:10-32 B. Clearly, there are times in life that call for a celebration! C. In this particular parable, we are going to consider that it was the Father’s idea to celebrate! D. Verse 10 actually goes with the previous parable Jesus told. However, I read it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:10-32

Overcoming Christmas Stress

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 1, 2003

Four simple principles for overcoming Holiday stress taken from the story of Martha and Mary.

Overcoming Christmas Stress Luke 10:38-42 Whether you like it our not, whether you are prepared or not, the Christmas Season is upon us! This past Friday, the Friday after Thanksgiving Day, is the known as the busiest shopping day of the year. I overheard one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Worshiping God As Creator Series

Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 28, 2001

First in a series on worship - this message focuses on worshiping God because He is the Creator.

That’s Why We Worship - Worshiping God As Creator "Worshiping God As Creator" Creation Joke: There were these three professionals sitting around a table talking about the oldest profession. The Doctor says, "well, the Bible says that God took a rib out of Adam to make woman. Since that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Believers Baptism

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Jun 7, 2001

Baptism does not save! So why bother?

1. Arguments for or against "Baptismal Regeneration" "eis" Their argument is that no Lexicon translates it "because of" John Pickering = into, on, to, towards, against, upon, because of, with respect to, among, through, for. Liddell and Scott’s Greek-English Lexicon = in regard to, in relation to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Judge Others . . . Judge Yourself!

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 23, 2001

If you don’t want to be judged, don’t judge others; and if you want heavenly rewards, judge yourself.

There’s the story of the conscientious wife who tried very hard to please her ultracritical husband, but failed regularly. He always seemed the most cantankerous at breakfast. If the eggs were scrambled, he wanted them poached; if the eggs were poached, he wanted them scrambled. One morning, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Getting A Better View Of Jesus

Contributed by Rick D Brackett on Nov 8, 2000

Sometimes we have got to climb a little higher and get above our circumstances to see Jesus.

"GETTING A BETTER VIEW OF JESUS" Text: Luke 19:1-10 Introduction: There was a man living in the city of Jericho by the name of Zaccheus. When Zaccheus heard that Jesus was coming to Jericho he sought to see Him. There was a crowd of people and Zaccheus was a little man and the people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Enough Hope In God To Sing Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 8, 2000

A textual espository sermon calling God’s people in my care to base their hope in His care for them and challenging individuals to choose a song to sing every day this week as an expression of their hope.

Topic: Hope Theme: Hope in God’s Care Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to base their hope in His care for them. Response: Individuals will chose a song to sing every day this week as an expression of their hope in God. INTRODUCTION: Karen was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Wesleyan

Knocking Off The Training Wheels Of Legalism

Contributed by Andy Atkins on Jan 5, 2001

Where does the Law cross the line into legalism? Paul told the Colossians the answer.

Colossians 2:11-17 Knocking Off the Training Wheels of Legalism My bicycle never had training wheels. I came from the school that said, “Take the plunge!” and “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” When my dad put my bicycle together for me, I was six years old. I was eight ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Four Characteristics Of A Godly Church

Contributed by Ernest Canell on Jan 16, 2001

Do you want your church to be like God’s church?

Four Characteristics of a Godly Church READ Acts2:42-47 Ask you what you might think a silly question— Do you want this church to be like God’s church? This question needs to be asked because the church of today is slipping. Did you know that the United States is the third largest unchurched ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: *other

Love In The Rear View Mirror-I Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 2, 2001

Recognizing the Danger of losing what matters most.

Love in the Rear View Mirror - Rev 2:1-7  Look this morning at another letter to the Ephesian church other than the one written by Paul. 1) Apostle John is only remaining disciple alive and is now banished to the island of Patmos. It is here that Jesus gives him a 3-fold message. 2) ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-4

The Spirit Led Life Part 8 (Goodness) Series

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Apr 11, 2002

Goodness has everything to do with morality according to God’s standards as lived through the life of the Son.

Joe Bedy Central Christian Church April 9 2002 Goodness Gal 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, Gal 5:23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. The Greek word for Goodness is "agathosune" and means "in all ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deeply Loved Children Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 11, 2007

How great is the love the Father has lavished on us! A thanksgiving sermon

Deeply Loved Children: Series – The People of God 1 John 2:28-3:3 Thanksgiving Sunday, Oct 9 2005 Intro: The Butterball company set up a Thanksgiving hotline to answer questions about cooking turkeys. One woman asked if she could use a turkey that had been in the bottom of her freezer for … 23 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist