Sermons on First Seal:

Brethren, Pray For Us

Contributed by David Scudder on Jan 16, 2008

Pastors need prayer and encouragement, but it is important for the congregation to first KNOW what pastors actually do.

Brethren, Pray For Us I Peter 5:1-4 Acts 20:28-31 Ephesians 4:11-13 Purpose: To explain the responsibilities that pastors have. Aim: I want the listener to select pastors wisely and pray diligently for them. INTRODUCTION: I have a two fold purpose for reviewing what the Bible teaches about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Good Soldier

Contributed by Phillip Day on Jan 24, 2008

As "Privates First Class" in the army of God, we should strive to be all we can be for Christ.

A Good Soldier 2 Timothy 2:3-4 I. Endures Hardship (v. 3) a. Satan wants to destroy you—physically and/or spiritually (1 Peter 5:8; Luke 22:31) b. We must stand our ground when Satan attacks (1 Peter 5:9; James 4:7) c. God always provides a way to endure (1 Corinthians 10:13; Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Reading The Map / Visualizing The Goal Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jan 25, 2008

The 10 characteristics of a God-honoring church, based on a look at the first century church of Acts 2.

INTRO>We’ve all heard the little saying (show the actions with hands locked together, fingers entwined upside down) ...This is the church, here is the steeple; open it up (wiggling fingers) and see all the people.” However, that is NOT the way it really is...this way is actually upside down from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Call To Discipleship

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jan 26, 2008

A sermon for the 3rd Sunday after Epiphany, comparing the Gospels description of the call of the first disciples.

3rd Sunday after Epiphany, January 27, 2008 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, your Son called people in the midst of their daily routines to be his disciples and to spread the news of your love ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Godly Leadership Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Dec 3, 2007

As we look at chapters 3-4 in First Timothy, we will see the importance of godly Leadership.

1 Timothy: From the Preacher to the Christian. . Godly Leadership requires: A. Godly Elders. (Slide #2, Click 1) Being an overseer: A noble task, it’s not for everyone. Deserves respect (verse 1) Demands desire. “Sets his heart on” (verse 2) The only reason to want to be an ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Greatest Gift Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 6, 2007

The first Christmas gave us the greatest gift we could ever hope for, Jesus

The Greatest Gift Galatians 4:4-5 December 9, 2007 Morning Worship Introduction Pastor Clifford S. Stewart of Louisville, Kentucky, sent his parents a microwave oven one Christmas. Here’s how he recalls the experience: "They were excited that now they, too, could be a part of the instant ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Courage In The Midst Of Change

Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008

A sermon preached in first service as senior pastor at a church where I had been assistant

The Duke of Cambridge said in the late 1800’s, “Any change, at any time, for any reason, is to be deplored.” Change is one of those things that none of us are really comfortable with. Many people, if they had their choice, would choose to keep everything the same. It’s comfortable. It gives us ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Holiness

Being The Church That You And God Have Always Wanted

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 17, 2007

The first sermon in a three part series, ‘The Church That You and God Have Always Wanted.’

(1) Yesterday, mom and I attended a second cousin’s wedding in Lafayette. During the ceremony they took communion but did so without the help of the pastor. As they did so I was reminded of a wedding that I performed here a couple of years ago. The couple asked for communion as part of the ceremony ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Church Of God

Getting Ready For Christmas Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 26, 2007

God did a great deal to get everything ready for the first Christmas and the arrival of His Son

Getting Ready for Christmas Matthew 1:1-17 November 25, 2007 Morning Service Introduction Here we are one month away from Christmas Day. The stores are already filled with people searching for gifts. The streets are filled with impatient drivers. The weekends will be filled with anxiety over doing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Disciple Series

Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Sep 14, 2007

This message is the first in the series "Disciple: Following Jesus" that looks at what it means to be a disciple of the Master, Jesus.

“Disciple: Following the Path of Jesus” Part 1 - Disciple NewSong Church – 09/02/07 To watch/listen to this message online go to www.newsongs.org or contact info@newsongs.org. **NOTE: THIS IS A CONCEPT OUTLINE FOR THIS MESSAGE, NOT THE FULL MANUSCRIPT. GRAPHICS AND MULTIMEDIA ARE AVAILABLE TO ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-25

Denomination: *other

Experimental Sermon

Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 28, 2008

In this message, the first in the new church facility, Dave chronicles God’s faithfulness to Wildwind Church.

Experimental Sermon Wildwind Community Church David Flowers April 12, 2008 River of Life First Day 1 Corinthians 1:9 (NIV) 9 God, who has called you into fellowship with his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, is faithful. Most of you know Christy’s mom passed away on April 5. It’s all so fresh. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:9

Denomination: Free Methodist

Sending Beautiful Feet

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 17, 2008

Exposition of Romans 10:14-17 related to the commissioning of our first international mission team

Text: Romans 10:14-17, Title: Sending Beautiful Feet, Date/Place: NRBC, 7/20/08, AM A. Opening illustration: talk about Erika thinking Maine was at the ends of the NA continent, recount our commissioning service with NAMB in Atlanta in 2003, and how there were many couples who would be leaving soon ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

20 Building Blocks Of Vision Series

Contributed by Daniel Bauder on Jul 20, 2008

First in a series of messages from the book of Nehemiah showing us what vision is all about.

20 BUILDING BLOCKS OF VISION Part 1 Adapted from a message by David Derry and the book “visioneering” by Andy Stanley Nehemiah 1:1-7 July 13, 2008 Broadway Baptist Church Rev Dan Bauder INTRODUCTION This morning we are starting a 4 part series on vision. I believe with all my heart God desires ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

To Know

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 24, 2009

You must first fully know the love of God before you can show it to others.

Ephesians 3: 14 – 21 / To Know Intro: A chicken crossed the road and saw a KFC. He turned to his friend and said, “I know why we are here and it’s not good!” / At one time or another, everyone reflects on their life and wonders why they are where they are and how things might have been ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Paul, A Great Theologian Of The Church

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Sep 6, 2008

A special sermon preached for an outdoor worship service, based on Paul’s First Letter to the Corinthians.

Special Outdoor Worship, September 7, 2008 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we give you thanks for your living Word, Jesus the Christ, who through his life, death and resurrection revealed your will for our ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran