Sermons on Families Gone:

Learning From A Father’s Failures

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 22, 2010

Eli failed to have a positive influence on his sons Hophni & Phinehas. Fathers have the responsibility of being positive influences on their children. But what responsibilities can be undertaken to accomplish this? To have a positive influence on your

LEARNING from a FATHER’s FAILURES—1Samuel 2:12-36 Father & son/Open cockpit ride thrill ride/Bartered price/Not 1 word or high price/Loop-Dive-Turn-Climb/ “You almost won!....‘Cause I sure felt like hollerin’ when my boy fell out!” A Father’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:12-36

Denomination: Baptist

Generational Legacy Part 1 Series

Contributed by Greg Carr on Jun 28, 2010

The legacy of a Christ centered family. There are a lot of Scriptures used in this sermon.

One little boy was asked to define Father’s Day, he said, “Father’s Day is just like Mother’s Day only you don’t have to spend as much on the present.” The point is there are different approaches to both days but they do hold one thing in common and that is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Three Great Homes

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010

In Luke 15, Christ tells three ‘lost and found’ stories about three homes – the three great homes.

In Luke 15, Christ tells three ‘lost and found’ stories about three homes – the three great homes. The first parable (v4-7), about a lost sheep, records Jesus as the Great Shepherd of our souls, searching for the one, lonely, wandering sheep. The second parable (v8-10), about a lost coin, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Kind Of Faith We Need Today Series

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 13, 2010

Jesus said that the last days will mirror the days of Noah... they certainly do! Noah’s life is an example of how Christians ought to live in a world surrounded by wickedness.

Matthew 24:36-39 | Hebrew 11:7 The Days of Noah * These days would be like the days when the Lord returns: Genesis 6: * When corruption is common place * V1 – Population explosion – (USA – 1900:80m / 2000:300m) * V4 – Abnormal sexual practices and increased demonic activity * ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-39

Denomination: Baptist

Leadership In Exodus

Contributed by Andy Payne on Jul 25, 2010

The church is to be catalyst for God continued work in the world. Are we willing to leave the comfort of home – for the Promised Land? As we head for the unknown [the uncomfortable desert] – are ready to risk all to grow the Kingdom?

Leadership in Exodus In Exodus 1-15 INTRO: Brian McLaren Conference: World-Church-Me 1. Leading the individual Moses: Born to a Hebrew Family Adopted by the Egyptian princess Despised by the Hebrew labourers Murders an Egyptian and flees the area Finds his wife – has children and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Get Along With Each Other Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 31, 2015

This is the 6th sermon in the series "Don't Be Discouraged". Christians need to get along with one another.

Series: Don’t Be Discouraged [#6] GET ALONG WITH EACH OTHER 1 Peter 3:8-12 Introduction: I remember when I was growing up, that my brother and I fought all of the time. I know my parents got tired of it because I got tired of my kids fighting all of the time too. Especially on trips, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Recycle

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 6, 2013

The Hebrews developed a detrimental cycle in Judges of Rebellion; Repression; Repentance; Restoration. This cycle was caused because parents did not teach their children and settled for "substandard standards."

1. What do you think of when you hear the word, "Judge"? a. Laugh-In -- "Here Comes the Judge" b. Judge Judy c. A person passing judgment -- critical spirit (remember we are told not to judge/condemn -- not our job) 2. Time Line 3. Judges in bible times were warrior leaders among the tribes/nation ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:11-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Right Fight Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Oct 28, 2009

What is the things we should be fighting for? Nehemiah teaches us that we need to be reminded what we are fighting for...

THE RIGHT FIGHT More than 400 years before Christ… the people of Israel found themselves in a hard moment. After over 100 years of exile… separation from their home and scattered abroad… they struggle to keep their heritage, their faith, their history. Nehemiah is one ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Familiarity Breeds Children

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 22, 2009

A sermon on raising children from Ephesians 6:4. Preached on Father’s Day (Outline and material taken from my files. It is not original with me but I don’t know who to give the credit to.)

Sermon for 6/21/2009 Father’s Day Ephesians 6:1-4 Introduction: A. Talked the past several weeks about marriage. “Familiarity breeds children.” B. Bill Cosby remarked that being a parent is the “most beautifully irrational act that two people in love can commit.” WBTU: A. Today is Father’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Varon De Dios/Man Of God

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jul 5, 2009

What it means to be a MAN of God

“Varon de Dios” 6/28/2009 – Nampa, ID Efe 4:13 “Hasta que todos lleguemos á la unidad de la fe y del conocimiento del Hijo de Dios, á UN VARÓN PERFECTO, á la medida de la edad de la plenitud de Cristo.” “Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto A ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:13

Denomination: Apostolic

Playing By The Rules Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jul 11, 2009

Christian’s are called to play by the rules. What are the rules?

Text: Colossians 3:18-4:1 Title: Playing by the rules 1.Rules for Christian employers. (4:1) 2.Rules for Christian employees (3:22-25) 3.Rules for Christian fathers (3:21) 4.Rules for Christian children (3:20) 5.Rules for Christian husbands (3:19) 6.Rules for Christian wives (v18) 1.Rules for ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Promise Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Jul 13, 2009

Many people today are asking the question, “What is the definition of marriage?” At the same time they might wonder who sets the definition. Don’t you think that the One who designed marriage in the first place is the One who gets to set the definition?

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com The marriage debate is raging all over this nation. 31 states have amended their constitutions to define marriage as the union of one man and one woman. West Virginia isn’t one of them. West Virginia is one of the states who is relying on legislative Defense ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Step #1 "Our Need For Relationships!" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

5 Steps for Spiritual Disciplines.

1 Thessalonians 2:7-8 "Although we could have been a burden as Christ's apostles, instead we were gentle among you, as a nursing mother nurtures her own children. We cared so much for you that we were pleased to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own lives, because you had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

How To Build The Church

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 3, 2011

This sermon deals with building the church from the perspective of living for Christ first and foremost in our homes.

How To Build The Church Matthew 7:21-17 John 13:34-35 Glenville 10-23-2011 We are continuing our series, “Moving Things To The Next Level”. We have looked at “How to Kill a Church”, “How to Heal The Church”, and today we are going to “Look ...read more

Scripture: John 13:33-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Remember Cousin John

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 29, 2009

Everyone has relatives that seem strange. Jesus was not any different except that the crazy opinions and words were from God.

It happened for the first time this week…I was asked the question that I dread…Are you ready for Christmas? My standard response is to say that it is not Christmas Eve yet? I ask what the big hurry is….? My point of view on Christmas shopping is not well received at my house. I am not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Congregational