Sermons on Fate Or Faith:

Friendship

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 11, 2004

We are created social beings. Friendships are one of the Lord’s great blessings. This is a look at the traits of true friendship as revealed in the Scriptures.

“Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor. For if either of them falls, the one will lift up his companion. But woe to the one who falls when there is not another to lift him up. Furthermore, if two lie down together they keep warm, but how can one be warm alone? ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transforming Power

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 12, 2004

This is sermon 1 of 6 on based on the kind of church it takes to be an Acts 2:47 church. Many sources were used including several on Sermon Central

Transforming Power Meridian Christian Church is a “2:47” Church - 24/7! What is a 2:47 church 24 hours a day – seven days a week? In the next 6 weeks we are going to have the adventure of a lifetime together as we investigate, study and explore the Bible to learn what it is and what it means! ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Does Really Compassion Look Like - The Parable Of The Good Samaritan” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Sep 13, 2004

Jesus in the Parable of the Good Samaritan tells us three things about compassion.

“The Stories that Jesus Told” Sermon # 2 "What Does Real Compassion Look Like" Or The Parable of the Good Samaritan Luke 10:25-37 “There is a funny story about St Peter admitting ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian Life Is The Best Option We Have On This Earth

Contributed by Martin Kim on Sep 21, 2004

Explains why the life God offers is so much better than a life of sin.

Even if there were no heaven to gain I¡¯d still choose to be a Christian! I want to get to know you better, so this morning I¡¯ve decided to begin with a couple of questions. How many of you love Jesus with all your hearts? How many of you would be here today if there were no heaven to gain? ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Adventist

Suffer The Little Children

Contributed by Tim Richards on Sep 23, 2004

A sermon on child abuse

Introduction: 1. Tara Cook spent the first part of her life being shifted from one house to another. When she was ten Tara went to live with her dad & his girl friend Rose. All went well for a short time and then Rose began to abuse her. After she had lived there for about 15 months Rose informed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

It's Great Being A Dog - But I'd Rather Be A Shepherd

Contributed by James May on Sep 26, 2004

I sometimes identify more with being a Shepherd’s dog for Jesus than being a shepherd of the flock. This is a message that deals with the Love of God for His sheep.

It’s Great Being a Dog – But I’d rather be a Shepherd By Pastor Jim May 1 John 4:15-16, "Whosoever shall confess that Jesus is the Son of God, God dwelleth in him, and he in God. And we have known and believed the love that God hath to us. God is love; and he that dwelleth in love dwelleth in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:15-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Delight Of Wisdom

Contributed by Mike Hays on Sep 26, 2004

Lady Wisdom explains her sheer delight in being in the presence of Almighty God and witnessing His glory and grandeur. We are encouraged to join her in amazement at God’s ability to construct and sustain the Universe as well as our lives.

The Delight of Wisdom Proverbs 8:22-31 Throughout our study of Proverbs we have examined the best practical advice for living life that the world has ever known. The broad range of Solomon’s advice to his son is just as relevant, just as applicable today as it was in the day in which these lessons ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:22-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Together With The Right Conduct Series

Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Jun 22, 2004

There are two results to living together with the right conduct.

LIVING TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT CONDUCT Philippians 1:27-30 INTRODUCTION A. We often fail to live with the right conduct in the church. 1. One day a little boy complained that his new shoes were hurting his feet. His teacher looked down at his feet. No wonder they hurt, his shoes were on the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Leaders Who Lighten The Load

Contributed by Harold Fisher, Jr. on Jun 25, 2004

God is looking for men who are willing to help the Pastor carry the load.

On one occasion a man was coming out of church one day, and the preacher was standing at the door as he always was to shake hands. He grabbed this guy by the hand and pulled him aside. The Pastor said to him, “You need to join the Army of the Lord!” The guy replied, What do you mean? I’m saved!” ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

David Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 28, 2004

David’s anointing

I Samuel 161-13 David In 1809 a little French man called Napoleon was marching through Austria and for a while it looked like all the world would fall under his command. Yet only historians and military buffs could tell you the battles that were won by Napoleon in 1809. Yet in 1809 many thousands ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Waiting For Someone To Say Grace Series

Contributed by Norm Story on Jul 16, 2004

the Church is calle to say ’grace’, reflecting God’s grace to us

"Waiting for Someone to Say Grace" Matthew 18:21-35 Romans 14:1-10 (Matthew 18:21-35 NRSV) Then Peter came and said to him, "Lord, if another member of the church sins against me, how often should I forgive? As many as seven times?" {22} Jesus said to him, "Not seven times, but, I tell you, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Have The Fire Of God In Your Ministry

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Jul 20, 2004

This sermon presents the essential ingredients for a ministry that is on fire for God.

HOW TO HAVE THE FIRE OF GOD IN YOUR MINISTRY Acts 2:1-13 I. INTRODUCTION Each of us in this room is a unique individual. We each have different talents, different tastes, and different personalities. We have different strengths and weaknesses. But, there is one thing we all share in common, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

How Do I Overcome The Anger From Suffering? Series

Contributed by Raymond Maurer on Jul 21, 2004

How do I overcome anger from suffering? 1.Accept anger as a normal emotion 2.Beware of anger from an incomplete perspective 3.Confess my anger to prevent sin 4.Put your arms around Jesus

Title: How Do I Overcome Anger from Suffering? Text: Job 6.1-9.35 Series: Job: The Mystery of Suffering (Job) Raymond Maurer, New Life Christian Church, Wixom, MI www.NewLifeWithGod.com. E-mail me if you would like the Power Point Slides (Ray@NewLifeWithGod.com). If you’re a Lakers fan I’m sure ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Suffering

Contributed by David Moore on Jul 21, 2004

Theology of Suffering

The problem of pain, it has been called. There are some people who refuse to believe in Jesus, who refuse to believe in God because of the problem of pain, or maybe a better word is “suffering”. The thought goes, if there is God, and He is good, then how can there be suffering? How can a good God ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Loving God, Loving People.

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 26, 2004

The two great commandments: 1- Loving God 2- Loving People

INTRO.- ILL.- There was a not-too-bright fellow who decided to become a counterfeiter. He hired an engraver of equal intelligence, and they proceeded to produce some counterfeit money. By some mix-up, the money turned out to be $11 bills. Not wanting to waste the effort, the crook decided to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ