Sermons on Fathers Day:

Dust On The Bible

Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 18, 2003

A message about the importance of the Bible in our daily lives.

DUST ON THE BIBLE 2 Kings 22:1-13 INTRO: An old gospel song has a stanza that says, “Dust on the Bible, dust on the Holy Word, the words of all the prophets and the sayings of our Lord.” "I would like a job as tutor, teacher and advisor to your family. I will never take a vacation. I will never ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 22:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do With Your Faith

Contributed by Ron Crow on Mar 7, 2003

We must realize that faith is not a commodity to be gained, but a life to be demonstrated.

What to Do with Your Faith Selected Scripture Introduction We operate on faith everyday...just not always faith in God. Illustration: Faith is central to all of life. For example, you go to a doctor whose name you cannot pronounce and whose degrees you have never verified. He gives you a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Baptist

Give Till It Feels Good

Contributed by John Mcmillan on Mar 12, 2003

LEARN THE RIGHT WAY TO GIVE,AND LEARN THE JOYS AND BLESSINGS OF GOD

I’m sure you’ve all heard the old saying "GIVE TILL IT HURTS", well this old saying, that you and I have heard all our life’s goes againts everything God stands for. I have yet to run across one story in the bible or of anyone I’ve ever met that got hurt because of giving, I can’t think of a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is This Man Jesus - Temptation Series

Contributed by Floyd Johnson on Mar 18, 2003

This is the second of a series of sermons on the life of Christ. Today we look at His tempation - which follows His baptism and precedes the Sermon on the Mount.

Intro.: The Apostles Creed summarizes the life of Christ like this -- I believe in Jesus Christ, our Lord: Who was conceived of the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. 1. Yet, the life of Christ is so much more. 2. Today we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Random Acts Of Kindness Series

Contributed by Richard White on Mar 19, 2003

Kindness and gentleness are fruits of the Spirit. If there were a trial today and being kind and gentle were a crime, would there be enough evidence to convict us?

Random Acts of Kindness Galatians 5:22-23, Luke 10:30-37 Illustration: The Courtroom drama. We all know the story, it’s the story of the good Samaritan and even those in the world who don’t know that Jesus originally told the story know what a good Samaritan is. Jesus used this story ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Looking For A Clean Stall

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 1, 2002

Many lose life in wishing for something else, and waste what is in their hands.

I ponder today, Searching for a clean stall. Too many of our hearts mourn over what we do not have, because our eyes and hearts fail to see what we do have. We pray more for things than people. Happiness becomes our goal. Several have told me in the last few days, "I just want to be happy!" This ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Baptism Is Just The Beginning

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 11, 2002

Baptism is not just the beginning, it is a life of faith that is required

Swanton Novers 14-04-02 2 Tim. 3:10-17 and 4: 6-8 - Baptism of Joshua Paul, in this morning’s reading, is writing to Timothy who is a Bishop in Ephesus, in modern day Turkey. He encourages Timothy to remain faithful to the Christian faith. He reminds him how ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Sunday School Challenge

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Apr 15, 2002

Sunday school is facing serious problems in the 21st Century.

THE SUNDAY SCHOOL CHALLENGE BY JERRY FALWELL A. INTRODUCTION Sunday School is facing serious problems while at the same time there is great potential as she enters the 21st Century. B. PROBLEMS IN SUNDAY SCHOOL 1. Many denominations are struggling with attendance. 2. Publishing houses see ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:12

Denomination: Baptist

Scriptural Qualifications For Leadership

Contributed by Ronald Hughes on Apr 18, 2002

When choosing a board to lead your church make sure they come under the scrutiny of Gods Word.

Scriptural Qualifications For Leadership 1Timothy 3: 8-10 Rev. R. B. Hughes INTRODUCTION 1 Timothy 3 gives us qualifications for two reasons: 1. To provide guidelines in local churches in leadership selection. (Acts 6) 2. To give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Growing Pains

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Apr 22, 2002

The danger of growth is great. The need for growth is even greater. The love of Jesus, the Good Sheperd for his people is the greatest of all!

GROWING PAINS (Acts 6:1-9; 7:2a, 51-60) Intro: Wouldn’t it be great if our church suddenly grew by the thousands? The book of Acts demonstrates that this is possible. It also reminds us to be careful what we wish for, because growth isn’t always easy or painless. It often means we have to deal ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-9, Acts 7:51-60

Denomination: Lutheran

The Resurrection Faith

Contributed by Robert Tomas on Apr 24, 2002

A reflection on the three kinds of faith emerging from the Liturgical Readings, which are meant, perhaps, to evaluate the condition of our own faith.

APRIL 5, 2002 WORSHIP SERVICE SCRIPTURES ·First Reading Acts 2:42-47 ·Psalm 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24 ·Second Reading 1 Pt. 1:3-9 ·Gospel Jn. 20:19-31 REFLECTION The Resurrection stands out forever as the mightiest and most impressive display of the LORD’s redeeming power, the significance of ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31, Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Catholic

Overcoming Loneliness Series

Contributed by Frank Piña on Apr 27, 2002

This message is about God’s will to help you overcome loneliness, and gives you keys to find a mate.

OVERCOMING LONELINESS Real Life Relationships April 20-21, 2002 Frank Piña Then the Lord God said, "It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper who is right for him." Genesis 2:18 (NCV) If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But people who are alone when they ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:10-11, Genesis 2:18-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Wedding Clothes

Contributed by Roger Haugen on May 14, 2002

When you take off your wedding clothes, what are you going to put on? How does one dress for success in a marriage? What are you going to wear to ensure that yours will be enduring and satisfying?

Herb Hoppe / Jacqueline Helston Wedding 21 July 2000 Dressing For The Marriage Colossians 3:12-17 Well. Here you are, Herb and Jacquie, all dressed in your wedding finery. You are a very attractive couple on this most significant day of your lives, a couple I like very much -- each of you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Lutheran

The Potter

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Sep 23, 2002

God has a purpose, place and people. All the Master Potter needs to fulfill his design is yielded mud!

The Potter 1 ¶ The word which came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying, 2 Arise and go down to the potter’s house, and there I will cause you to hear My words. 3 Then I went down to the potter’s house, and, behold, he was working a work on the wheel. 4 And the vessel that he made in clay was ruined ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Standing On Shaky Ground

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Sep 27, 2002

UNFAITHFUL CHRISTIAN LIVING

STANDING ON SHAKY GROUND HEBREWS 3:12-13 INTRODUCTION: A HOUSE THAT IS CONSTRUCTED ON UNSTABLE GROUND WILL FIND THAT ITS FOUNDATION WILL BE QUITE SHAKY. WHEN THE FIERCE WINDS BEAT UPON THIS HOUSE, RESTING ON UNSTABLE GROUND, THE HOUSE MAY CRUMBLE TO THE GROUND BECAUSE ITS SUPPORT SYSTEM HAD NO ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-13

Denomination: Baptist