Sermons on Extravagence:

Giving Series

Contributed by Mark Adams on Jan 1, 2005

This sermon describes the ways in which Christians are to give, and the motivation behind Christians’ giving.

(Note to the reader: In preparing this sermon, I based my work in part on a chapter in Charles Swindoll’s book "Improving Your Serve" (Word Publishing 1981) called "The Servant As A Giver". ) Today, I want to talk about the subject of giving, as a characteristic that Christians need to have. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Advent 2: Preparation Series

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Dec 8, 2004

2nd in series on Advent Wreath - Sermon focuses on ’preperation’. Prophecy of OT fulfilled in Jesus.

Advent 2: Preparation Luke 1:26-38 Today, we celebrate the 2nd week in the Advent season. We continue with our sermon series on the Advent wreath. Last week, we talked about the first candle and its’ representation of Hope. This week, we will look at the 2nd candle which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Narnia: Encounter The Power Series

Contributed by Terry Martell on Dec 28, 2005

A look at the lion from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe- Aslan is his name. A brief overview of the story and the significant lessons we can learn. Aslan’s death is a picture of Ultimate love- a substitutionary sacrifice for one who is undeserving; g

Narnia Christmas Series “Encounter the Power” Oakbrook Church 12/18/05 Intro.- “What’s up with the lion?” (slide) On posters and TV advertisement everywhere, billboard on Schuering Rd, the 8’ oil painting; what’s up with the lion? Here we are in the middle of December 2005, when people are afraid ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: Here Is Your Brother Series

Contributed by Merwin Rylaarsdam on Jan 4, 2006

Reacceptance of a fallen and forgiven Christian into the faith is not an option.

Sermon – “Here Is Your Brother” Scripture: Luke 7:36-50 ‘Tis the season for parties. They might be parties which people look forward to all year, or they might be parties that we dread. It might be a large work-related party where the political thing to do is show up, or it might be a large ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

#3putting Fires Out: Communication Skills Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 10, 2005

Today we have many problems that come from a lack of wisdom and poor communication skills. We need to polish our communication skills and learn to put out fires and emotions by good conversation and communication.

#3 PUTTING OUT FIRES: POLISHING OUR COMMUNICATION SKILLS! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I will email this in three parts, but the lesson being taught is a multiple part series. Introduction: Today we have many problems that come from a lack of wisdom and poor communication skills. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Steward Who?

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jan 31, 2006

The first in a series on Stewardship.

What is Stewardship or what is a Steward? Stew•ard n. (SLIDE-silent read) 1. One who manages another’s property, finances, or other affairs (correlates with NT definition) 2. One who is in charge of the household affairs of a large estate, club, hotel, or resort. Brian Kluth, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Salvation Army

Water To Wine Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Feb 8, 2006

The significance of Jesus’ miracle at Cana is in the way it pointed to him, displayed his glory, revealed him as the Messiah and Son of God.

Introduction Last week I began by asking you a question. I’m going to do the same thing this week. I want to start by asking you a question about driving. It’s a really easy question to answer but it does help us in understanding our passage today: When driving, do you keep your eyes on the side ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Sola Fide: Faith Alone Series

Contributed by Mark Connelly on Aug 24, 2011

You cannot earn your salvation. You cannot buy it. Nobody can do it for you. Salvation is by God’s grace, through faith alone in Jesus Christ. That is the truth that liberates your soul.

We’re in the 3rd week of a 4 week series called stories to tell. My purpose in this series is to tell you 4 stories of 4 great heroes of the faith, to stir your soul to stand for Christ. I want you to have new stories of the faith to tell your children and your children’s children. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus & The Lame Beggar (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 28, 2010

A sermon examining the work of Jesus in the life of the lame beggar.

JESUS & THE LAME BEGGAR (Part 1) Acts 3:1-10 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, June 18th, 2025) Have you ever been absolutely astonished by an answer to prayer? The truth is, we should stand in awe every time we observe the Lord moving in our lives. But there are times when God’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Producers Of A Hostile Environment-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 9, 2010

Part 4 of a 7-part sermon. The Apostle Paul, revealed to Timothy that a hostile(antagonistic) environment will characterize the last days. But why ? A hostile(antagonistic) environment is produced by, a Distortion of….

PRODUCERS of a HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT-IV—2Timothy 3:1-9 Need: We live in a country of great corporate & personal wealth. Why do people/things seem to be getting worse with times? Why is the world getting worse/colder/violent? I’m gonna fix ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Amazing Grace

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Jul 17, 2009

G-R-A-C-E God’s riches at Christ’s expense. You cannot earn your way to Salvation, only by receiving Christ as Savior.

I recently read about a pastor in Arkansas who lost his wife. She died as a result of a terminal disease. She had been struggling with that disease for the two years prior to her death. They finally came to a place about three months before she died where conventional medicine told them that there ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Radical Living

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 16, 2009

What is it we really treasure? Money, possessions or Christ?

February 1, 2009 Radical Living 1 Timothy 6:7-19 A man decides he’s going to pay off his credit card. He owes $7,500 and believes God does not want him to be in debt, so he decides he’ll cut up the card and pay off the $7,500 by making the minimum monthly payment until it’s gone. Your question — ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of The Prodigal Son Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Mar 12, 2009

Jesus in the Parable of the Prodigal Son reveals the true nature of the father

Parable 11 - Parable of the Prodigal Son Visit to Pasadena • The year was 1973 • I had been accepted to college in England • Decided to visit Bob in California on the way to England • For 10 years I had been reading in a particular prophetic magazine about the imminent fall of the US • The country ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-32

Denomination: Christian Church

Who Hath Bewitched You?

Contributed by Adeolu Akin-Abraham on Dec 2, 2009

When Paul wrote to the churches in Galatia about his concerns he described the people as being "foolish." He also questioned whether they had been bewitched. It is not far-fetched to sometimes describe a person’s action or decision as being foolish.

When Paul wrote to the churches in Galatia about his concerns he described the people as being "foolish." He also questioned whether they had been bewitched. It is not far-fetched to sometimes describe a person’s action or decision as being foolish. It is a fact that people make decisions in life ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Matthew 3 - Baptising The New Year In! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 26, 2009

Straight after the Christmas message in Matthew 2 all of a sudden Matthew speaks about Jesus as a grown man. In MATTHEW 3 Jesus is baptised. Jesus begins a new phase of His life. It starts with a baptism. It’s time for us to baptise the new year in!

BAPTISING THE NEW YEAR IN - 2010 Straight after the Christmas message in Matthew 2 all of a sudden Matthew speaks about Jesus as a grown man. In MATTHEW 3 the Spirit descends upon Jesus at His baptism. Jesus begins a new phase of His life. It starts with a baptism. HOW GREAT IS THAT! I love ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational