Sermons on Fitting:

Instructions For The Home

Contributed by Rob Clifton on May 23, 2001

This is a sermon written to preach in a wedding. It lists the responsibilities of each marriage partner.

Introduction: 1. I remember when my dad bought his first VCR. 2. He didn’t know anything about how it worked, but he spent hours reading the instruction manual, learning every detail of how to use it properly. 3. Wouldn’t it be great if other things in life came with directions, like: ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Come Out Of The Cave!

Contributed by David Smith on Jul 2, 2001

A challenge to come out of the places we feel safe or hidden and tackle what God has planned for our lives.

Come out of the cave!! 1 Kings 19:9-12 1 - I give up! A - Living For God can make you feel alone - none left but me Lord. 1- right choices with friends (lost friends) 2 - right choices on job (may cost you acceptance) 3 - right choices in world ( may keep you from fitting in) B - God’s plan ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Meditation Vitamin Series

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002

This is the third message in a series of seven that I preached at Wednesday night Prayer Meeting.

Spiritual Growth and Fitness Meditation Philippians 4:8 Testimonies from last week’s exercise There are three essential things for a person to grow up healthy. (We want to be healthy, don’t we?) (Ask) Food Exercise Rest These must be kept in balance. The Vitamin – Meditation A. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Dirty Barns

Contributed by Greg Waddell on Dec 10, 2002

Evangelism is like raising oxen.

"Where no oxen are, the manger is clean, But much revenue comes by the strength of the ox" (Prov. 14:4). INTRODUCTION: What does this have to do with evangelism or missions? I. EVANGELISM IS MESSY. A. Like the oxen in this proverb, dealing with people--bringing in new people and working with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:4, Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praise Defined

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on May 29, 2006

Praise is an individual choice and is the natural outgrowth of a personal and intimate relationship with the Lord. Praise is an event, a process and the way of life everlasting.

Praise is an individual choice and is the natural outgrowth of a personal and intimate relationship with the Lord. Praise is an event, a process and the way of life everlasting. Laughter is related to temporal happiness but praise is related to eternal joy. Laughter makes our heart glad but ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 52:9

Denomination: Baptist

Broken And Spilled Out

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 21, 2005

This sermon reveals how we are to be willing to empty ourselves for the cause of Christ in service to others.

Broken and Spilled Out John 12: 1 - 8 Intro: My first visit to the Palace of Versaille in France I was overwhelmed by the extravagance. Why? Take a moment to think about what the most extravagant thing you have ever done for yourself or someone you love. Hold that thought! I. Mary teaches ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Destroyer Or Deliverer Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 27, 2005

This is the 5th sermon in the series "Living In Times Of Spiritual Decay".

Series: Living In Times Of Spiritual Decay[#5] Destroyer Or Deliverer? Judges 9:1-12:7 Introduction: As we continue in our series “Living In Times Of Spiritual Decay”, let’s compare 2 attitudes that are found and ask yourself which one fits your life best. Destroyer In Judges 9, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Blinded

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 8, 2004

The disciples’ refusal to understand Jesus’ Messiahship blinded them to the truth of His death and resurrection.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: On the way down from the mountain top experience, Jesus commands these three disciples not to tell anyone what they had seen "till the Son of Man be risen from the dead" (v.9). It would not really be understood until after the resurrection, which would be proof that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Invitation

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

A Christmas sermon focusing on God’s invitation

This morning as we approach the Christmas season. Let us choose to remember why we celebrate. Choosing to focus upon the true reason for it all- Jesus Christ. During this time of year are calendars bustle over with Christmas parties, church services, and other responsibilities. At this time we ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1

Denomination: Baptist

Epiphany

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 27, 2006

Epiphany marks the manifestation of the light of God’s revelation in the Incarnation.

1) The Character of Epiphany in History Epiphany marks the manifestation of the light of God’s revelation in the Incarnation. Different manifestations of Christ’s glory and divinity were celebrated throughout history. In the past faithful saints reflected on Christ’s baptism, the miracle at Cana, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:78-79

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Called To Do Great Things For God!

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007

As children of God we are to be conformed to the image of Christ.

#1) As children of God we are to be conformed to the image of Christ. It’s not a physical image but a moral and spiritual image. God has given to us the character of His son Jesus. It is manifested in the fruit of the Spirit (galatians 5:22-23). love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Decision 2012 - Election - Vote

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 2, 2006

God doesn’t tell us WHO to vote for, but He does tell us HOW to vote, and He’s not afraid of losing His ’tax exempt status!’ Link included to formatted text version and PowerPoint Presentation.

How to Vote Proverbs 29:2 Outline only...full sermon, illustrations and PowerPoint available at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/HowToVote.php ----- "When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice, but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn." We can all reckon with the last ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:2

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive Us Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 10, 2006

Part 4 of 4 covering the teaching of Jesus in the Lord’s Prayer.

THE LORD’S PRAYER Part 4 of 4 Wednesday, August 10, 2005 Matthew 6:12-13, “Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.” What makes it so hard to forgive? 1. Pride 2. Earthly view of life (this is all there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Unseasonal Prayer

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 4, 2008

There comes a time when we need to stop praying and start acting. This message examines that topic.

UNSEASONAL PRAYER Exodus 14:15-16 INTRO: There may come a time when this question needs to be asked, even of a Moses. There is a period when crying should give place to action. When Mo ses prayer is heard and the Red Sea is parting, it would be shameful ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Just As I Am

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 31, 2003

Funeral Sermon for a Believer

JUST AS I AM REVELATION 21:1-5 REVELATION 22:1-6 INTRODUCTION “Just As I Am” was Roy’s favorite hymn to sing. In most hymnals there are 5 verses full of meaning and surrender to God. It is a song that helps us remember that Christ cleans our souls with His blood and allows us to reach our ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-5, Revelation 22:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ