Sermons on Festival Of The Harvest:

Church Growth: To Be Or Not To Be

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 11, 2002

What hinders churches from growing and what causes them to grow?

CHURCH GROWTH: To be or not to be Acts 2:36-41 INTRO.- ILL.- It was their 13th wedding anniversary. The husband was away at a meeting on their special day. He called a florist to send a bouquet of 13 helium balloons with a message of gratitude for the heights to which his wife had inspired ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Danger Of Do-It-Yourself Series

Contributed by Phil Campbell on Mar 28, 2002

Naomi and her family have wandered a long way from God’s promises - what sort of welcome will she find when she turns back?

When it comes to handyman repair jobs, I reckon there’s a strange fascination. There is for me, anyway. If you want anything fixed around the house, CALL ME. You’ll probably be sorry. Because to be honest, the problem is, in my own mind, I’m BOB THE BUILDER. But in practice, all I usually do is ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Nothing Seems Possible, Pray

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 14, 2003

When frustration abounds, in prayer we can discover deepened relationships, new possibilities, and ultimately grace.

For you, my God, have revealed to your servant that you will build a house for him; therefore your servant has found it possible to pray before you. Isn’t that an intriguing phrase? “Your servant has found it possible to pray.” My theme for today is “when nothing seems possible, pray.” “When ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 17:1-27, Romans 3:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Give And It Will Be Given To You

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 3, 2003

Giving is an attitude that allows us to give all that we are, have and possess in the Holy Spirit to provide greater glory for God.

Give and It Will Be Given To You (Luke 6:38) We cannot expect our situations to improve unless we learn how to improve our attitude about giving. Giving involves far more than money. Giving is an attitude that allows us to give all that we are, have and possess in the Holy Spirit to provide ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making The Best Out Of Life

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 21, 2003

There are Biblical principles which can help us make life better.

INTRO.- ILL.- A man by the name of George owned an apartment complex and had just completed the exterior brick work on the 2nd floor. He had some bricks left over and was trying to decide the best way to get the load of bricks back down to the ground level without breaking them. He noticed a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus, The Conquering Warrior

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 15, 2003

The Palm Sunday Parade was a victory parade for the battle that was yet to come.

Matthew 21-26 Palm Sunday, 2003 Jesus the Conquering Warrior You might wonder if speaking on the Palm Sunday passage as “Jesus the Conquering Warrior,” is wise with all the war going on in Iraq and all the bloodshed in the world. I think that now is the right time to talk of Jesus as ...read more

Denomination: *other

Be Careful

Contributed by David Taylor on May 5, 2003

We have received the instruction to "be careful" as a church. That instruction serves a purpose.

This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men. Be careful! That was two words I heard a lot growing up. It wasn’t that I was accident ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taking Time To Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 21, 2003

In Nehemiah 11, we come across a situation where the people are faced with a national referendum. They didn’t believe in “luck” or “chance.” They actually were so committed to the sovereignty of God that they knew God would direct the outcome of the lot

Taking Time to Give Thanks You made a good decision this morning to come to church because I have some inside information about the recent presidential election that you will not hear on CNN. With all the intrigue and controversy surrounding the final tally, coupled with the waiting that we’ve had ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Making Progress

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 22, 2002

Some steps to spiritual improvement.

INTRO.- ILL.- A patient said to a nurse, "Nurse, I’ve got a bad case of arthritis. There is also a buzzing in my ears. I have a sprained ankle. My thumb is out of joint, and I see spots before my eyes." The nurse replied, "Wow! You must be awfully healthy to stand all that pain." As we age we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Kind Of Father Is God?

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Oct 6, 2002

God demonstrates his fatherhood by defending us, disciplining us, and being devoted to us.

Note: The title of this sermon came from a series by Rick Warren; however, the content is original. This morning, we conclude a nine week series, in which we’ve been examining how God meets our fundamental human needs – our needs for things like hope and healing, for peace and power. We’ve ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:8

Denomination: Baptist

"Do Not Grieve The Holy Spirit" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 31, 2003

Practicing the ways of the ’flesh’ grieves the Holy Spirit in us, Who is in the process of sanctifying us. (#21 in the Unfathomable Love of Christ series)

“He who steals must steal no longer; but rather he must labor, performing with his own hands what is good, so that he will have something to share with one who has need. Let no unwholesome word proceed from your mouth, but only such a word as is good for edification according to the need of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:28-32

Denomination: Orthodox

Praise God For His Present Help In Times Of Trouble

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 1, 2003

Every day we see news of war, destruction and impending conflicts raging all over the earth. Yet, even if the world goes to war we need not fear. We can praise God for His deliverance because He is our present refuge and strength always ready to help us i

Praise God for His Present Help in Times of Trouble (Psa 46:1,2) Every day we see news of war, destruction and impending conflicts raging all over the earth. Yet, even if the world goes to war we need not fear. We can praise God for His deliverance because He is our present refuge and strength ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dealing With Discouragement

Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 21, 2003

Looking at the life of Elijah, this sermons examines how we can overcome discouragement in our lives

A little girl had been trying for months to learn the art of tying her shoes. She finally grasped the knack and was able to do it by herself. Her parents expected the child to be delighted, but were surprised by her disappointment. Her father asked why she was crying. She sobbed, "I just learned ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Constantly Abiding

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Dec 20, 2001

Jesus said, "I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing."

I.“Abide in Me”—Experience Life (verses 1-8) verse 2, “no fruit” verse 2 “fruit” verse 2 “more fruit” verse 5 “much fruit” Where are you and I? Are we still acting like people that are not saved. Are we just barely growing so that we are still struggling with swearing or lying or stealing etc.? ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Light Has Come

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Jan 5, 2002

Speaks of Christ bringing the light of hope into a dark world on Christmas. Tells how Christ can bring hope to our darkness too.

The Light Has Come The author, M. Scott Peck once said, “Life is difficult.” This is a simple, yet profound statement. It seems in this day and age like we have to work an eternity just to survive. It used to be that we put in long hours and worked weekends or a second job in order to get ahead, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-79

Denomination: Assembly Of God