Sermons on Evaluation:

The One Appraising Us Is Christ (1 Corinthians 4:1-21) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 29, 2022

Don't boast; don't become proud. Be faithful servants, and don't pick apart Christians' motives. You can't see in their heads. Also, stop navel gazing.

Let's start today, by rereading 1 Corinthians 3:18-23: (18) No one must deceive himself: if anyone thinks wise to be among you this age, a fool he must become, in order he may become wise. For the wisdom of this world, foolishness with God it is. For it is written, "The One catching ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21, 1 Corinthians 3:18-23

Finding Joy In The Dark Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 20, 2023

Message 1 in an overview series through Philippians focusing on the theme that joy is not based on circumstances.

I hope that since we gathered together last time that your week has been filled with perfect people, perfect circumstances, a stream of positivity coming from your favorite news source. But just in case that is not reality for some of you, you are in luck. Here’s why. We are beginning a new series ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Study The Bible Like A Pro- Class #4 - Benefits Of Bible Study Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 13, 2022

A Class on How Studying the Bible can Improve Your Life

“The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple; 8 the precepts of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes; 9 the fear of the LORD is clean, enduring forever; the rules of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Audience Of One Series

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 13, 2007

What does it mean to put God first? How do we stop performing for others who may be watching and perform solely for Him?

This is our fifth and final week in our series on Canadian Idols. Of course, you’ve got to wait until September 16 for the finale on CTV, but this is it for us. Over the past several weeks we’ve talked about a variety of things which can become idols for us… things which vie for our attention and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

Getting Past The Glitter #1 - Thinking Differently About Christmas Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 27, 2004

First message in series geared toward helping Christians get past the decorations to making Christmas meaningful.

Getting Past the Glitter # 1 - Thinking Differently about Christmas Romans 12:2, 1 John 2:15-16 November 28, 2004 Introduction Ah, it’s Christmas season. The air’s getting colder, and the snow’s about to fly, and our thoughts turn to the meaning of Christmas - lots of loot. Not really, at ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Everything To Prove Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 22, 2007

Kings of Judah, Pt. 1

EVERYTHING TO PROVE (1 KINGS 11:42-12:20) I have been teaching preaching since 1998. I enjoy seeing students master the basics, watching them develop their confidence and grooming them for immediate impact. However, most teachers enjoy one thing least: evaluation. When I first started, lecturers ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pray For Less Interesting Time

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jan 19, 2008

Christians face a strong temptation to be dispassionate, lukeward in their Christian service; Christ promises the victor’s crown to those who are steadfast.

PRAY FOR LESS INTERESTING TIME Revelation 3__14-22 Laodicea: the Lukewarm Church Introduction Translations of quotes from other languages, other times, and other cultures often do not work well. A person from another country gave advice on prayer petitions. He included a line that some ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Anglican

The Beginning Of… Economics Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 16, 2010

God imputes value; faith agrees with his assessment.

Scripture Introduction How much is a person worth? I read that the average human body is: 65% oxygen, 18% carbon, 10% hydrogen, 3% nitrogen, 1.5% calcium, and smaller amounts of things like phosphorous, potassium, sulfur, iron, zinc, and copper. These elements can be bought for about four ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Messiah Of Fairness Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 13, 2009

In dealing with others is treating them the same way we would want to be treated.

A Messiah of Fairness Text: Matt. 7:1-6 Introduction 1. Illustration: “To accept people is to be for them. It is to recognize that it is a very good thing that these people are alive, and to long for the best for them. It does not, of course mean to approve of everything they do. It means to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

The Problem Of Faithfulness

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 18, 2007

Faithfulness is a quality we aspire to, yet there are serious road blocks on the way. How can we overcome those barriers to this essential quality of character?

Sermon for CATM – November 18, 2007 – The Fruit of the Spirit - Faithfulness Galatians 5:13-25 I went for a walk the other day in the crisp autumn air to clear my head and to prepare to work on today’s message. Do you ever do that? Nobody else around you, or at least nobody there to judge your ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Seven Deadly Sins Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 8, 2011

As we think about the Deadly Sins, that raises a fundamental question, “What is sin?” The Bible doesn’t give one definition of sin. There is one primary word in the Greek NT which is used are most often for the word sin, hamartia. Hamartia was used in arc

The Seven Deadly Sins Galatians 5:16-25 Several years ago, Bill Bennett, former Education Secretary, a devout Catholic and the author of “The Book of Virtues” was discovered to be a heavy gambler in Las Vegas. Bennett in an interview following the disclosure in the media, apologized ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Universal Gift Series

Contributed by John Sears on Dec 3, 2013

In a culture where tolerance is the highest virtue and where sincere belief is the only thing important to faith, are Christians too exclusive in believing that Jesus is the only way to eternal life? What does that salvation look like?

Introduction I have a confession I need to make. I have owned my cell phone for a little more than a year now. In that time, I have lost my charging cord five times. Now don’t blame me. I think it’s possible that charging a phone soon causes the cord to fade into the netherworld ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-14

Denomination: Christian Church

"Let's Make A Deal" Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Aug 24, 2014

Life is always tempting us with doors number 1, 2, or 3. It takes wisdom, prayer, planning, preparation, and pusuing godly counsel to make the right choice.

This morning we are going to play a game that became very popular in the seventies and continues today. It’s called “Let’s Make A Deal.” Do you remember it? People would dress up in the most silliest of costumes in hopes of being selected to play in the game. If you were ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:6

Denomination: Foursquare

Underestanding Anger Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 12, 2018

30th in a series on Ephesians dealing with the issue of anger.

Understanding Anger” Ephesians 4:26-27 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 1. Speak truth not falsehood 4:25 2. Be angry without sinning ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Christ Derangement Syndrome: An Exposition Of John 10:22-42

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 4, 2019

It isn't Trump Derangement Syndrome that has gripped the world.

Christ Derangement Syndrome: An Exposition of John 10:22-42 Jesus Christ is without question the most controversial person who has ever lived. He has been a source of conflict and division. But Jesus even said this about Himself. The result of His ministry would be that two would divide against ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30, John 10:22-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible