Sermons on Examine:

How About A Piece Of Pie?

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 29, 2004

Temptation of Jesus - You can do it, easier and quick and test God. The devil knows how to tempt you, not just a generic temptation. He knows the best time, the best place, the most tempting thing to offer.

How about a piece of pie? Luke 4:1-13 Today we are talking about temptation. Most of you may remember the Flip Wilson Show and his character Geraldine, Always saying “the devil made me do it!” We tend to think like that don’t we? If we sin and we feel caught or guilty we like to blame someone ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Congregational

Psalm 17 "My Life Is An Open Book" Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Aug 21, 2003

David’s life is an open book before God. He hides nothing. We sometimes try to hide things from God. We need to try to live our lives as an "open book" before God.

August 17, 2003 Title: Psalm 17 My Life Is An Open Book Text: Psalm 17:1-15 Introduction Things you should never say once without thinking twice: - It’s no trouble at all. - I love dogs. - We have plenty of room. - Call me any time. - Is there anything I can do? - My husband is a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 17:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Lasting Legacy Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Sep 26, 2003

Money can be used to leave a ’lasting legacy’, or dammage our souls. It all depends on how you react to the trials and blessings that it brings

“lasting legacy” Jas 1:1-11 (focus vs 9-11) WBC 28/9/3am A rich man named Carl loved to ride his horse through his vast estate to congratulate himself on his wealth. One day on such a ride, he came on Hans, an old tenant farmer who had sat down to eat his lunch in the shade of a great oak tree. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Personal Prophecy Series

Contributed by Kurt Heisey on Nov 5, 2002

This is first of a series on discerning the will of God and looks at how we should handle "words for God" that we or others think come from the Lord. It helps us determin what is of God, our self, or the enemy to deceive us.

Discerning Prophecy 10/6/2002 I. Intro to Rom. 12:1-2... the will of God A. Prerequisites 1. Therefore... (11:33-36) in light that God is awesome, more than you can imagine 2. Offer self as a living sacrifice (12:1)... living for God, not for self. 3. Do not conform to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:20-21, Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"No Stealing" Series

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Nov 7, 2002

God calls the Christian to live in community with others by being fair, righteous and just in all of his dealings.

November 2002 Central Christian Church St Petersburg, Fl Joe Bedy Commandment number 8 seems as direct and plain as the first 7. “You shall not steal.” Ex. 20:15 Do not take for yourself anything that belongs to somebody else. I think the question is where do we draw the line? The quarter on the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanks Giving

Contributed by John Beehler on Nov 20, 2002

Who do we owe our thanks to?

Thanks Giving The story is told of two old friends bumped into one another on the street one day. One of them looked forlorn, almost on the verge of tears. His friend asked, "What has the world done to you, my friend?" The sad fellow said, "Let me tell you. Three weeks ago, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5, Isaiah 28:24-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Lord Of The Storm

Contributed by William Baeta on Jun 18, 2003

“Then He arose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, ‘Peace, be still!’ And the wind ceased and there was a great calm. But He said to them, ‘Why are you so fearful? How is it that you have no faith?’ And they feared exceedingly, and said to one anot

Theme: The Lord of the storm Text: Job 38:1-11; 2 Cor. 6:1-13; Mk. 4:35-41 No human being can live without faith in someone or something. The difference between the Christian and the unsaved person is not that one has faith and the other does not. They both have faith. The difference between the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41, Job 38:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is Your Motive For Serving God?

Contributed by Greg Tabor on Mar 19, 2005

This sermon looks at the motives behind one’s service for God. King Jehu served God, but only to the extent that it served his self-interests.

What is your motive for serving God? Pastor Greg Tabor Ridgeway Assembly of God 3/20/05, a.m. service Introduction: the Illustration of Jehu a. Jehu’s Commission from God · A prophet was sent to pronounce God’s death sentence on Ahab in 1 Kings 20:42 because of his disobedience in not killing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 9:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by George Rennau on Mar 22, 2003

That The influence of the Kingdom of God cannot be measured cannot be predicted and certainly Cannot be stopped.

Title: The Kingdom of God Luke 17:20 - 21 Once, having been asked by the Pharisees when the kingdom of God would come, Jesus replied, "The kingdom of God does not come with your careful observation, nor will people say, ’Here it is,’ or ’There it is,’ because the kingdom of God is within ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:20-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Voices

Contributed by Gary Merillat on Apr 12, 2003

This sermon is a consideration of the voices in the Palm Sunday text of Luke 19

Voices Luke 19:28-48 Introduction Every day there are many voices trying to convince us about how to live our lives. Those voices do not always offer wise counsel. Illustration: Here are instructions on how to react to hungry pythons, as given to Peace Corpsmen serving in Brazil — “Remember not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keep Your Focus Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 20, 2004

In the midst of trouble, we need to keep our focus

INTRODUCTION • As we live our lives, it is easy to lose focus on what is important. It is so easy to get caught up in the problems of life that we forget where are focus is supposed to be. • Throughout this letter to the church, Paul has reminded us that Jesus is going to return at any time and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Generic Prayer - Generic Results

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Sep 29, 2004

Power of effective prayer

There were two women who lived in the same town. One woman lived on the East Side of town. In a brand new home. Two story Brick Victorian style house sitting on 5 acres of ground. Three car garage that housed a Lexus - a Mercedes coupe - and Cadillac SUV. She had two children and a husband. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-6

Denomination: Methodist

Gold Medal Living

Contributed by Cyril Keats on Oct 2, 2004

This message is a message on dedicated christian living. 5 essentials for gold medal living; dissatisfaction, devotion, direction, determination & Discipline.

Philippians 3:12-4:1 GOLD MEDAL LIVING. I’m sure many of us here, at one time or another have watched the Olympics on Television. Some of us know who Katrina La-maydion is, but for those who may not know, she is one of Canada’s Gold Medal winners so far this year at the 2002 winter Olympics. ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

For The Love Of God

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on May 6, 2005

The topic of Love again...Christian love out love as Christians.

For the Love of God 1 John 4:7-21 So, the topic this morning is Love “again.” Webster’s dictionary, defines love as a strong liking for someone or something, or a passionate affection for another person. Notice that Webster’s definition of love involves objects of the world, using the word ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Congregational

I Have A Dream

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 13, 2005

Discussion about future direction of the church.

I HAVE A DREAM… Proverbs 29:18 S: Vision C: Purpose and Direction Type: Discussion following the purpose statement of the church. Version: ESV RMBC 12 June 05 AM INTRODUCTION: ILL Purpose: Victory Deprives Red Sox Fans of Purpose After their team won the 2004 World Series of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Baptist