Sermons on Fence Sitting:

Keep Your Eyes On Jesus

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 15, 2018

Keep your eyes on Jesus - Sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE; Look at the winners (vs 1a) Look at yourself (vs 1b) Look at Jesus Christ (vs 2-4) Look at your status (vs 5-13) SERMON BODY: Ill: • I showed you two film clips earlier on in the service; • From the film 1981 British historical drama ‘Chariots of Fire’. • Chariots of Fire: ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

Loving Husbands Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 22, 2018

message 22 in our study of Colossians exploring the responsibility of husbands to love their wives.

Chico Alliance Church “Loving Husbands” Review What does God want us to know through our study of this letter over the past several months? First, Paul demonstrates an effective prayer life. Paul exhibits Powerful prayer 1:3-12 Offers thanksgiving to the Father Offers petitions to the Father ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Effective Fathers Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 22, 2018

Message 25 in our study in Colossians addressing the role of parents.

“Effective Parents” FATHERS I tried to find a way to share the responsibility of God's instructions concerning the nurture or of children with the moms but there is no way around it. In the two major passages which we will briefly examine today, God addresses “Fathers” not parents. If he ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Money And Marriage Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

Money issues in marriage are resolved when couples put the Kingdom of Heaven first.

OPENING SENTENCE: Let me read a story that has been lived out in thousands of homes. INTRODUCTION: “Making no effort to be quiet, Graham comes to bed. It's about 1:00 a.m. Anna has been asleep for three hours, but she's wide awake now. "Anna," says Graham, "we're never going to make it if you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Baptist

Parenting: Training Up A Child In The Things Of God. Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

Parents must agree on the values and principles for childrearing

OPENING SENTENCE: Let me read to you a mothers account of a typical day in her household. INTRODUCTION: Like last night. I had repeatedly asked Addy to go pee before bed, and repeatedly asked Peyton to stop throwing Addy’s pillows. When neither of them listened to me, Peter yelled from the shower, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9, Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Broken (Part One)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 14, 2019

In looking at the events leading up to the crucifixion we find that there were some things that were broken. Let's look into some of these and see what we can take away from them.

BROKEN (part one) In looking at the events leading up to the crucifixion we find that there were some things that were broken. Let's look into some of these and see what we can take away from them. 1) The broken jar. Mark 14:3-9, "While he was in Bethany, reclining at the table in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9, Ephesians 5:1-2, Matthew 26:55, Psalm 69:19-21, Luke 2:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God Who Shows Himself

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 17, 2019

This is a sermon based on Jesus' encounter with Thomas following the Resurrection. It focuses on how the LORD Jesus revealed Himself to Thomas and helped Thomas find faith, security and peace.

Scripture: John 20:24 – 31 Title: The God Who Shows Himself INTRO: Grace and peace this morning in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you about the God who cares so much that He takes the extra time to reveal Himself to us even in those times that we may not ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31, Judges 7:9-14, Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Easter Message - Compromised Christianity Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 21, 2019

Part 4 of this series examines how Thomas refused to believe that Jesus was resurrected from the dead. This example also defined how Christians today are being compromised due to a lack of knowledge and beliefs.

Compromised Christianity Part 4 Seeking Jesus Conclusion Scriptures: Acts 17:11; John 20:1-29 This will conclude my series titled “Compromised Christianity.” On this Easter morning we will once again look at Thomas who after hearing that Jesus had risen from the dead doubted. His initial ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11, John 20:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Word Of Life Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 25, 2019

If you want to truly live, experience Christ Personally and share Him with others.

One summer evening, during a violent thunderstorm, a mother was tucking her little boy into bed. She was about to turn off the light when he asked with a tremor in his voice, “Mommy, will you sleep with me tonight?” The mother smiled and gave him a reassuring hug. “I can't, Dear,” she said, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4, John 10:10, John 15:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Foot Washing Series

Contributed by Jeremy Mcquoid on May 1, 2019

You can't do anything for Jesus until you grasp what he has done for you

? The idea of box sets has become a real phenomenon in modern day television. The whole craze started a few years ago with the American series ‘24’, which went from one cliffhanger to the next, for 24 episodes. And then it went from one season to the next. ? The most annoying thing I found about ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-11, Philippians 2:1-11, John 1:1-18, John 1:12, 1 John 3:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Walk In The Light Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 2, 2019

When you sin, realize that God is Light and be completely honest about yourself, trusting Jesus to defend you.

15 years ago (2004), Jerry Lynn was trying to figure out where he should put a hole in his wall for a TV wire. He went up to the second floor of his house and lowered his wife's small, digital alarm clock on a string through an air vent. He “thought he could listen to the alarm, which he set to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10, 1 John 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Characteristics Of A Godly Parent

Contributed by John Hamby on May 9, 2019

Jochebed and Amram, the parents of Moses reared Moses in a difficult time and in a pagan culture.

“The Characteristics of a Godly Parent.” Exodus 2:1-10, Heb. 11:23-27 Good morning, I want welcome you to this Mother’s Day service. I want to begin by ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-11, Hebrews 11:23-27, Acts 7:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Overview Of Luke Series

Contributed by Jeremy Mcquoid on May 27, 2019

Luke's Gospel is 1) Reliable, 2) Universal, 3) Spiritual, 4) Radical

• On 2 or 3 occasions, Liz and I have taken our boys to an art museum. And we always hit the same problem. I am trying to take my time looking at the exhibits, and reading the background details of every painting. But the kids are running ahead looking for something to entertain them. During ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4, Luke 9:51, Luke 19:10, 1 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Stronghold Beliefs Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 2, 2019

This message is the introduction to my series titled "Stronghold Beliefs." In Part 1 I introduce the concept of stronghold beliefs and why they are important. I also discuss the first stronghold beliefs that all Christians should share.

Stronghold Beliefs Part 1 Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5; Luke 2:41-50; John 4:34; 5:19 Last week, in my Memorial Day message, I shared with you what takes place when a new recruit enters the military. I told you about the discipline training they receive which could potentially lead them to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, Luke 2:41-50, John 4:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

10 Commandments #5: Honoring My Parents Series

Contributed by Florita King on Jun 6, 2019

There is no time limit or age limit on this. As long as your parents are alive, God says honor them.

HONORING MY PARENTS Ten Commandments That Build Strong Families - Part 5 Exodus 20:12 Three elderly women are sitting together at the Senior’s Home in San Francisco, bragging about their relationships with their sons. One begins, “My son is so devoted to me, for my birthday he gave me an ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12