Sermons on Excellence:

Valley Of B. A. C. A.

Contributed by Mark Ferrante on Jan 20, 2007

How do you respond to those times in your life when you are in a desert valley.

THE VALLEY OF B. A. C. A. Ps 84 How lovely is Your tabernacle,O LORD of hosts! 2 My soul longs, yes, even faints For the courts of the LORD;My heart and my flesh cry out for the living God. 3 Even the sparrow has found a home,And the swallow a nest for herself,Where ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Wellsprings Of Joy

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jul 27, 2006

Deals with the differences between joy and happiness and lists the ingredients that go to make up the former.

The Wellsprings of Joy Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! John Pierpont died a failure,or so some say. In 1866, ar the age of 81, he came to the end of his days as a government clerk in Washington, D.C., with a long string of personal defeats. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Wesleyan

Donuts & Demons

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Aug 13, 2006

Fasting isn’t a tool to strong arm God into aligning with our will and prayers, but a discipline to strengthen us whereby we become more aligned with God’s will and power as we pray.

I. INTRODUCTION - Turn To Matthew 17:14-21 A. I Want To Preach On Subject Of Fasting: Its Problems & Possibilities 1. Don’t like fasting? I don’t either 2. Don’t fast much? I don’t either 3. Sounds boring, but I want to preach it in a way you’ve never heard before B. Google Search: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-21

Denomination: Church Of God

It's Time To Open Up To Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 25, 2006

it is time we allow Jesus to really do something with our lives

INTRODUCTION • When I was younger, I used to struggle with opening up to people. I was always afraid of what they would think of me if I let them in my “inner circle”. • I was afraid to open myself up to being vulnerable to those around me because if you open up, you risk getting hurt. • I ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Undivided House

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 9, 2006

God cannot be honored when division exists in the church

An Undivided House 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 April 23, 2006 Morning Service Introduction The year was 1858 and the newly formed Republican Party was seeking a nominee for the senate from the state of Illinois. They chose a young lawyer, who had some limited politcal experience, to run for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Destination Disease

Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Mar 8, 2005

Destination Disease says, "I can’t be happy right now because..." But Happiness is a CHOICE according to God’s Word.

Destination Disease Text: Philippians 4:12-13 (Powerpoint Slides Available- email me tommyjackson@mac.com) I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"How To Be A Hero”

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 24, 2005

Our kids today need heroes – Men and women of faith who imitate Christ in their daily walk.

“How to be a Hero” 1st Corinthians 11:1 OJECTIVE: To encourage the people of God to be examples for young people to follow, as Paul was an example to the early church INTRODUCTION: We are seeing a surge in rebellion among our young people today. Illustration: “The answer” A son, angry with his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sinless Perfection Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 25, 2005

I can’t wait for that day when I will be made sinless in glory. Until that day I rest in the assurance that my sins are paid for because of what Christ did, with me in mind, on that cross two-thousand years ago. And I work toward living a life pleasing to

“Dangerous Doctrines” Galatians 3:1-14 OBJECTIVE: To show that there are two destructive doctrines floating around the Christian church today: Sinless perfection and sinful conversion INTRODUCTION: We begin tonight a two-part sermon series on two of the doctrines that are being taught today that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Measuring Your Faith

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 6, 2005

5 Kinds of Faith are discussed, as well as differing Degrees of Faith. PowerPoint template at website.

Measuring Your Faith Matt. 9:29 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/RealFaith.html These tremendous words were spoken by Jesus to two blind men. They were greatly rewarded by their faith because their eyes were opened. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:29

Denomination: Baptist

Church And Chocolate Chip Cookies

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 16, 2004

This sermon started when I was in Preaching Class, and it evolved into this. I preached this sermon my first Sunday at my church.

I’m a “dunker.” Not with a basketball, as I am only 5’9”, but rather with chocolate chip cookies. There is nothing quite like the chocolate chip cookie. They come in all shapes and sizes, but they are very similar in how they are made. There is the flour, sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla and, of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

How Can I Know God's Will?

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Mar 17, 2004

One of the great mysteries of Christianity involves knowing God’s will for a person. Often we resort to fleeces, fasting, flipping, feelings or floundering to coax God into telling us His will. Use this GUIDE to know God’s will for your life...

In his letter to the Ephesian church, Paul exhorted them to “redeem the time, because the days are evil. So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.” It seems that one of the great mysteries of the Christian walk involves discovering God’s will for a person. That ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16-17, Romans 12:2

Denomination: United Methodist

The Passion Behind Good Friday

Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 9, 2004

Good Friday Sermon - looks at Christs Passion - descriptive went well in Easter service.

It is finished. the passion behind Good Friday The rooster had crowed three times. The guilt of Peter and the scattered disciples including the treacherous Judas left a void. In this void - Jesus had stood alone before his accusers. Alone to face their sneering lies and brutal blows. Cruel ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Ministry Of Mothering

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Apr 13, 2004

Mary, the mother of Jesus, saw mothering as a spiritual role, not just a physical one. Here she provides ’Power Tools’ for effective mothering.

“THE MINISTRY OF MOTHERING” John 2:1-11 INTRO: 1.ILL. G. Campbell Morgan was a very famous preacher of the gospel who had also raised four sons that also became preachers. The youngest son Howard, an excellent preacher in his own right were filling his fathers pulpit while his father ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Our High Priest Series

Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Apr 20, 2004

Exposition of Hebrews 3:1-6

January 26, 2003 First Church of the Brethren H. Kevin Derr Hebrews 3:1-6 “Jesus our High Priest” 1Therefore, holy brothers, who share in the heavenly calling, fix your thoughts on Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess. 2He was faithful to the one who appointed him, just as ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Brethren

Worship The Way God Really Intended It Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

A study on the church.

In a famous broadcast to the United States, England’s Arch Bishop William Temple made a statement that he knew could be considered an outrageous statement. “This world can be saved from political chaos and collapse by one thing only,” he announced, “and that is worship.” We would love to be able ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ