Sermons on Family Matters:

What Matters Most Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Mar 13, 2006

This is about the widow’s offering, and what significance really is.

Mark 12:41-45 – What Matters Most Today I’d like to speak to you on the issue of significance. As we continue to look at The Life of Jesus, there is an incident towards the end of His natural life that paints a picture of what significance is, and what it isn’t. This is a message that I have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-45

Denomination: Baptist

A Matter Of Life And Death Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Mar 16, 2006

The raising of Lazarus teaches us that Jesus is the giver of life, of eternal life, even if prayers for healing in this life are unanswered.

“A Matter of Life and Death” John 11: 1 – 53 Introduction We’ve all prayed, every one of us, for a loved one who was ill. Each of us here has asked God to heal someone we care for. It could be a spouse, one of our children or grandchildren, a friend, an aunt or uncle, one of our parents or ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-53

Denomination: Baptist

Love: A Matter Of Priority

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Apr 3, 2006

Understanding love opens the window to life

Jn 15:13 In his book They Call Me Coach, John Wooden says, “It has always been my philosophy to follow our game plan. If we believe in it, we will wear the opposition down and we’ll get to them. If we break away from our style, and the commandments are our style, however, and play their style, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Matter Of Life And Death

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Jul 26, 2006

The "sanctity of life" often describes our stance on the beginning and the end of life--but what about the time in between?

For the last few weeks we’ve been following the accounts of the period of time between the Judges and the early Kings of Israel. These accounts are found in the books of First and Second Samuel—and primarily detail the life of Samuel, the rise and fall of King Saul, and the choice of his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 1:1-27

Denomination: Nazarene

What Really Matters?

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Feb 10, 2004

What Really Matters in this Life? This message is simple, but asks the right question for many.

What Really Matters in this Life? Pastor Glenn Newton 2-8-04 This morning, maybe you have said these words..... maybe you have thought them, or something real similar..... maybe your here this morning and these words are how you feel. Listen to this conversation, this encounter...written by Max ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Does Modesty Matter?

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

A serious, biblical look at the subject of modesty.

Title: Does Modesty Matter? Text: Multi-Texted Introduction: Genesis 2:25 (NCV) "The man and his wife were naked, but they were not ashamed." ‒ Adam and Eve found themselves created into a perfect SINLESS world. A. No Shame B. Innocent C. No blushing D. Naked and no reason ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Resurrection Settles The Matter

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 15, 2005

The theif (the devil)comes to steal to kill and destroy,but Jesus came to give us life in it’s fullest measure, In other words (Resurrection life).

Today we celebrate life. The true meaning of easter is (new life) More specifically resurrection Spring is a beautiful illustration of resurrection, because so many things that were dead come to life again, For generations the coming of the messiah his death and resurrection had been ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Integrity Matters Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Jan 13, 2007

My brothers and my sister there should come a time in your lives when our integrity matters. Being that we are now the children of the Most High God, we should act like it.

WHEN INTEGRITY MATTERS ACTS 5:1-11 My brothers and my sister there should come a time in your lives when our integrity matters. Being that we are now the children of the Most High God, we should act like it. I heard a story this week about a lady that wanted to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11, Acts 4:37

Denomination: Baptist

Your Body Matters Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Dec 1, 2006

Paul speaks once again to the issue of sex and how we use our bodies. Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit - that means more than quitting smoking; more than overeating...read the sermon and find out what it does mean.

YOUR BODY MATTERS It’s time for Body Break with Hal Johnson and Joanne McLeod, those Canadian health and fitness experts. You know those commercials on TV where a man and woman come on and tell you that all the stuff you’re eating is killing you? That’s them! Did you know that a can of soda ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Mennonite

Prayer - A Matter Of The Heart

Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 27, 2006

This outline teaches the basic aspects of prayer from the model prayer.

Prayer – A Matter of the Heart Text: Matthew 6:5-15 Jesus here teaches the major principles of prayer. By using this model, He reveals each and every aspect of prayer. Praying “in this manner” will help us know how to pray and how to pray in faith and power. Outline I. Structure of Prayer ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Be Wise: A Matter Of Attitude Series

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Dec 17, 2005

This sermon looks at Jonah’s attitude as a way of growing in our faith and living Wise in Christ.

Be Wise: A Matter of Attitude Jonah 4 Intro.: A. I am one of those people who likes a Happy Ending. * Movies: October Sky – Homer Hickem Jr. Rocket boys * Stories * Books, etc - Cinderella And that is exactly what we have in Jonah Chapters 1-3: • Ch. 1: Jonah is Wise, knows God, Serves ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Adventist

Because We Matter Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 30, 2010

WHEN WE DISCOVER OUR LIFE MATTERS EVERYTHING CHANGES. A Christmas Eve Service and Message

12/24 It's A Wonderful Life Because We Matter Video -- Christmas Eve Start 2:05:01 "Come on Come on" Mary pulling George down the stairs. To "The End." 2:09:55 When George discovered his life mattered everything changed. WHEN WE DISCOVER OUR LIFE MATTERS EVERYTHING CHANGES. Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Thankful No Matter What

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Oct 14, 2009

If we know Jesus as our Lord and Savior, we should be thankful no matter how difficult the circumstances in life that we face.

THANKFUL NO MATTER WHAT 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Proposition: If we know Jesus as our Lord and Savior, we should be thankful no matter how difficult the circumstances in life that we face. Objective: To challenge God’s people to express gratitude & be thankful no matter what. INTRODUCTION: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Why Inerrancy Matters

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 12, 2007

The concept of Biblical inerrancy is an extremely important doctrine because the truth does matter. This issue reflects on the character of God and is foundational to our understanding of everything else the Bible teaches. Here are some reasons why we sho

Why Inerrancy Matters (2 Tim 2:15-3:17) The concept of Biblical inerrancy is an extremely important doctrine because the truth does matter. This issue reflects on the character of God and is foundational to our understanding of everything else the Bible teaches. Here are some reasons why we should ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Really Does Matter

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 25, 2007

What we believe makes a difference in every area of life.

IT REALLY DOES MATTER There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death. Proverbs 14:12 and 16:25 Many years ago, in my high school chemistry class, a little poem was often quoted. Its effort at humor may have been lacking but the consequences of an erroneous belief were ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12

Denomination: Baptist