Sermons on False Worship:

Free At Last

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 3, 2010

True freedom comes from a relationship with Jesus Christ.

“Free At Last!” Exodus 1:8-2:10 It didn’t matter how diligently he worked – the slave driver would still crack the whip on his back. Under the pain, his muscles always stiffened, ready to rebel. But he never did – because he cherished life more than death, even harsh ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Be Holy

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jun 9, 2010

God, who is holy, calls His people to consecrate themselves in a lifestyle of holiness.

Be Holy, Leviticus 11:39-47 Introduction “In these days there is a great deal of lowering the standards. Businessmen say that business standards have been lowered, and now a good deal of business runs into [corruption] gambling. In politics the standards have been lowered. There has been a ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 11:39-47

Denomination: Christian Church

Why All The Fuss? Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 15, 2010

There is a need for law and order so God has given His law with specific purposes and powers.

“Law & Order: SPU – Why All the Fuss?” 2 Kings 17:1-23; Romans 1:18-32 It hits the news on a fairly regular basis. Someone, somewhere, is upset because the 10 commandments are posted in public view in a public place – and they want them taken down. Meanwhile, another party, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 17:1-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Let Your Hands Be Strong Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 30, 2009

The “Lord of the angel armies” speaks, and says “I am here… you are not alone… I will give you strength – I will strengthen your hands – to finish the task.”

Let Your Hands Be Strong Sept 14, 2008 Zech 8:9-17 Intro: Can you recall a time when you wanted to quit? Throw in the towel, pack up your stuff, and walk away? The situation was hard, you were tired, you felt like you’d had enough, taken enough, worked hard enough, and you were ready to just ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Comfort Of God's Care

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 7, 2009

God’s care and concern for His people is seen in so many ways. Psalm 139 gives us three reasons why the saints can take comfort in God’s care.

THE COMFORT OF GOD’S CARE Text: Ps.36: 7; Ps.139: 17, 18 Intro: A verse of scripture that follows the thought of today’s text is I Peter 5: 7, which says, “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” All of us like to be cared for. All of us like to know that someone finds us ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Crown And The King

Contributed by Norbert Garcia on Aug 14, 2009

What Christ endured at the hands of the soldiers for us.

The Crown and the King This morning I would like to take you on a journey to a place long ago and far away. A place where events happened that affect us today. I would like to take you to the dusty streets of a town where events unfolded both terrible and exciting. An event seemingly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-31

Denomination: Adventist

Serve Like A Girl! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 19, 2009

It is an insult that is still used today on playgrounds across the globe. Little boys testing their strength and dexterity against one another revert back to this proverbial slap in the face by throwing down the gauntlet of this time proven stab. However

“Like a Girl” Part 3 – Serve Like A Girl I. Introduction You may have missed the start of this series called “Like a Girl!” I reminded you that most of us of have heard or used the phrase “like a girl” as an insult. I have been reevaluating this phrase as a challenge. So, I have challenged you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Does A Spiritual Person Look Like? Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Aug 28, 2009

What does a Spiritual Person look like? For you, who models what a spiritual person is: Mother Theresa? Billy Graham? Your grandma? Joel Osteen? Bono? This pastor? All kidding aside, each of these people - including yours truly - illustrates a type of

This week I read a story about a profoundly disabled little girl named Danielle and Bernie and Diane, the middle-aged couple who adopted her. Dani spent the first 7 years of her life in miserable squalor, surrounded by roaches and maggots. She has no mental or physical disabilities but she is very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be Filled With Spirit-Worked Thanksgiving In Jesus

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Sep 5, 2009

Through God’s Word the Holy Spirit fills us with a thankfulness that seeks to use our time wisely, as he brings God’s truth deep into our hearts through music. Parts: A. Wisely redeeming your time. B. Singing spiritual words to your Lord with your heart.

Text: Ephesians 5:15-20 Theme: Be Filled with Spirit-worked Thanksgiving in Jesus A. Wisely redeeming your time B. Singing spiritual words to your Lord with your heart. Season: Pentecost 13b Date: August 30, 2009 Web page: ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Show Love, Don't Grumble

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 7, 2009

Biblical basis for having a ministry of encouragement.

-Show Love, Don’t Grumble- Philippians 4:6-8 Psalm 19:14, “Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight O Lord my strength and my redeemer.” I Peter 4:8-9, “And above all things have fervent love for one another, for love will cover a multitude of sins.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:8-14

Denomination: Free Methodist

Each Day I Live

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Dec 31, 2009

This sermon is a challenge to each of us as we enter a new year

Each Day I Live Ephesians 5:15-17 15So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. 16Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. 17Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do.(NLT) Introduction I’m sure you’ve noticed that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

New Beginnings - A New Year Message For 2010

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jan 1, 2010

Our God is a God of New beginnings, and he never gets tired of providing mankind with new beginnings

New Beginnings – A New Year message for 2010 Like other Christian festivals, the celebration of New Years Day in the West started before the church came into existence. At first, the Romans celebrated the beginning of the new year on March 1, not January 1. Julius Caesar instituted New Year’s Day ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Make The Most Of Our Opportunities

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Jan 9, 2010

Our time on this earth is limited. Let us make the most of every opportunity

Make the MOST of our Opportunities Ephesians 5:15-17 15See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, 16Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. 17Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. (KJV) 15So be careful how you live. Don’t ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Idol Of Leisure: Laodicea

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 10, 2010

Our culture has an inordinate pursuit of comfort and leisure; but there is a Biblical priority and perspective that must be applied.

AMERICAN IDOLS: LOOKING AT OURSELVES AND OUR LOYALTIES THROUGH THE EYES OF JESUS THE IDOL OF LEISURE: LAODICEA REVELATION 3:14-22 Sermon Objective: Our culture has an inordinate pursuit of comfort and leisure; but there is a Biblical priority and perspective that must be applied. Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Nazarene

Love Myths Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jan 12, 2010

God's definition of love is also counter-cultural.

Love Myths: How then should we love? January 10th, 2010 Intro: Let’s begin by working together on some verbal pictures of love. I’m inviting you to describe the image or images that pop into your head that picture what you think of when you hear the word “love” – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:36-40

Denomination: Baptist