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Hope Of Christmas

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

This sermon focuses upon the hope found in Jesus Christ

Look around you today. Can you believe it Christmas is coming? And it will be here before you know it. And like most years it will come fast and go fast, but this year, why not take the time to reflect upon the question: What is this day truly all about? Over the next few weeks leading up to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Playing Your Position

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

This sermon focuses upon each person doing their part.

A few years ago a miracle happened in New England. The New England area is noted for disappointments. My Red Sox are still looking for a championship since Babe Ruth. So when the New England Patriots embarked on their new season. Their was little hoopla, but early in the season when marquee ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Of Unity Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007

Part 4 of a series on Philippians focusing on the formula for unity.

The Joy of Unity Philippians 2:1-4 I. Introduction A. The Glass Beaker 1. A professor was demonstrating the durability of tempered glass. a) Holding a beaker by the neck the professor pounded a nail into a piece of wood. b) Much to the surprise of everyone in the class that beaker did not break or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Obedience Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007

Part 5 of a series on Philippians focusing on the example of Jesus

The Joy of Obedience Philippians 2:5-18 I. Introduction A. Examples of Obedience 1. Emily Wilson was a housekeeper for John Kenneth Galbraith. a) Galbraith was the most trusted economic voice in America from the mid thirties through the early seventies. b) After a long and grueling day, Galbraith ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Proper Thinking Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007

Part 9 in a series on Philippians focusing on the mind of a Christian

The Joy of Proper Thinking Philippians 4:1-9 I. Introduction A. A Bright Future 1. In 1999 and 2000 Rick Ankeil was a sure fire star. a) He pitched for the St. Louis Cardinals. b) Some called him the next Sandy Kuafax. c) He seemed to be a natural. 2. A New Season a) The 2001 became a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007

Part 10 in a series on Philippians, focusing on contentment in Christ

The Joy of Contentment I. Introduction A. Learning Contentment 1. Russian couple lived in a very small hut with their two children. a) The husband’s parents lost their home and moved in with the couple. b) The conditions were crowded and unbearable. c) She went to the village wise man to seek ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Is No Time To Diet

Contributed by Kim Beckwith on Dec 9, 2006

Christmas theme focused on feasting on more than the physical.

November 26, 2006 CHRISTMAS IS NO TIME TO DIET I thought that song would be especially appropriate for today since most of us here have had to let out our belts from all the Thanksgiving eating this past week. It’s certainly not the usual type of special music we have here, but the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:4

God's Easter Gift

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 5, 2007

Easter sermon focusing on the gift (grace) of righteousness and life

God’s Easter Gift Romans 5:12-21 (The message was preceeded by "Amazing Grace/Your Grace Is Enough.") What does Easter mean to you? (Illus: I have a friend who was not raised in a Christian home. He had a hard time figuring out why they celebrated the holiday.) For the Apostle Paul, Easter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

It Is Finished

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 8, 2003

A message for Good Friday focusing on the statement "It is finished."

Today is Good Friday. A day when we focus on the suffering and death of Jesus. I want to focus today on the importance of the three of Christ’s final words: "It is finished!" Our background scripture today comes from John 19:30. When Jesus had tasted it, he said, "It is finished!" Then he ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let The Church Be The Church Part I

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 29, 2003

The Church of Jesus Christ is a Church focused on the wisdom of the Cross.

LET THE CHURCH BE THE CHURCH PART I: SPIRITUAL WISDOM I CORINTHIANS 2: 6 -- 3: 3 SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER: APRIL 27, 2003 INTRODUCTION: “My Town” as sung by Montgomery Gentry. There’s a for sale sign on a big ole rusty tractor, You can’t miss it, it’s the first thing that you see, Just up the road ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6, 1 Corinthians 3:3

Denomination: Baptist

Comfort One Another

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 25, 2007

Focuses on how we should be comforting one another.

Comfort One Another Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-8; 2 Corinthians 12:10; Romans 8:37 Introduction During my lifetime I have had the opportunity to attend many funerals both as a child and more so as an adult. I remember my parents visiting their friends and other family members when there ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Whit Sunday 2008

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on May 12, 2008

This sermon focuses on the first reference to the Holy Spirit in scripture.

INTRODUCTION Whit Sunday is the day when the Christian church remembers the coming of the Spirit of God at Pentecost. This message is based upon Genesis 1:2 where we have the first mention of the Spirit. It is interesting that the Spirit is the first member of the Godhead mentioned in scripture. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:2

The Rock And The Hard Place Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 30, 2014

Part three focuses on faith as a grain of mustard seed.

The Rock and the Hard Place Part 3 Are You Satisfied With Your Faith Part 2? Scriptures: Matthew 17:14-21; 13:31-32 Introduction This is the continuation of my message from two weeks ago. If you recall from that message I asked you if you were satisfied with your faith. In my youth Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Relatiosnhip With God Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 18, 2007

Focuses on our relationship with God based on Psalm 23.

Psalm 23: Benefits Of Our Relationship With God Part 1 Scriptures: Psalms 23 Introduction I read something recently in an email that made me think about Psalm 23. The last time that I preached a message from this text was in October 2000, so it has been a while. In this message I want to share ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is The Goal Post

Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 21, 2008

Sermon is focused on finding the direction of a church and individual lives.

WHERE IS THE GOALPOST? PHILIPPIANS 3:12-14 Have you ever been lost? Now, I’m not talking religion here. I mean honest to goodness, didn’t know where you were right now, kind of lost. Men, women accuse us of not admitting it when we’re lost. They say ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist