Sermons on Founders:

When Halfway Is Not Enough Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 28, 2001

Luke interrupts his story of the missionary journeys to introduce the reader to a man named Apollos.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 32 “When Halfway is not Enough!” Acts 18:24-28 In our last study we saw that, “It is always too soon to Quit!” The apostle Paul found the task before him in Corinth almost overwhelming. The immorality of the city coupled with the fact that he was alone, left ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:24-28, Acts 16:24

Denomination: Baptist

The Search For Absolute Truth Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 10, 2001

You can’t worship God without accepting absolute truth. But what is that truth? And where do we find it?

THE MEN’S THESAURUS (men don’t always say what they mean) – excerpts: When a man says: "IT’S A GUY THING" He means: "There is no rational thought pattern connected with this, and you have no chance at all of making it logical" When a man says "CAN I HELP WITH DINNER" He means: "Why isn’t it ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The World Has Yet To See What God Can Do With A Man Wholly Committed To Him

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 8, 2001

Why let worry rob you - of your faith, of your committment of your joy

Brinton 12-08-01 Luke 12:22-40 – Do not worry Story: Church at the turn of the century At the turn of the 20th Century, the roof of the hall of a little Swiss church was falling down. So the members of the church got together regularly after the service ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-34

Denomination: Anglican

And Hur Went Up

Contributed by Steven Cook on Nov 22, 2000

This message teaches us the value of following the example of Hur.

“And Hur Went Up” Exodus 17:8-16 By Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read Text – Ex. 17:8-16 B. As Israel journeyed in the Wilderness of Sin, God allowed them to endure experiences of life that taught them great lessons of His power and grace in their lives. C. In Exodus 17:1-7 Israel learned ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Season To Embrace Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 6, 2000

An examination of the grace of God as shown through the genealogy of Jesus Christ.

A Season to Embrace Matthew 1:1-17 December 3, 2000 Morning Service Introduction I. We are starting the Advent season A. The season of Christ’s birth B. A new message series: Discover Christ in Christmas 1. The series will focus on the message of Christmas 2. This morning’s message will be A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Back To The Truth

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Golfer Payne Stewart and 5 others boarded the Learjet in Orlando for a flight to Dallas.

1. Golfer Payne Stewart and 5 others boarded the Learjet in Orlando for a flight to Dallas. They ended up a thousand miles north of their destination, crashing near Aberdeen, South Dakota. The eerie things is that for four hours the plane was on autopilot and those on board were not aware of what ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Present The Gospel To Materialists And Philosophers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 12, 2002

How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34

How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34 Illustration:A recent survey of Discipleship Journal readers ranked areas of greatest spiritual challenge to them: 1. Materialism. 2. Pride. 3. Self-centeredness. 4. Laziness. 5. (Tie) Anger/Bitterness. 5. (Tie) Sexual ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Unified Walk Series

Contributed by Greg Yount on Nov 30, 2001

Part 4 of a 7 part series on walking by faith and not by sight. This part deals with unity (with God and man) as evidence of the walk of faith.

INTRODUCTION: We will continue our sermon series on “The Walk of Faith” this morning with the fourth part. We have discovered that a true walk of faith is a new walk, an honest walk, and a loving walk. Today, we will examine the idea that the walk of Faith is a Unified walk. America is talking ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7, Colossians 2:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Three Battles You Cannot Afford To Lose

Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 6, 2001

Reasons for Following Through.

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. THREE BATTLES WE CANNOT AFFORD TO LOSE By Dr. James O. Davis President, GPN Introduction: If you have tried to master any athletic skill, then you ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 11:16-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Use Of Money

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 15, 2003

A sermon on stewardship.

LUKE 16:1-13 "The Use of Money" Ask almost any pastor what causes the most divisions within a church and he or she will tell you money! Money. In our Gospel Lesson for this morning Jesus tells us that the children of the world those who are not saved Those who live only for the present are truer to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

The Lord's Supper: A Time Of Celebration

Contributed by Gordon Kroeker on Apr 22, 2003

THE LORD’ SUPPER: A TIME OF CELEBRATION A. WELCOME TODAY, IN THE NAME OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST!! 1. We gather here to day to celebrate, to worship, and to proclaim the greatness of our God, and of His Son, Jesus Christ. B. To

THE LORD’ SUPPER: A TIME OF CELEBRATION A. WELCOME TODAY, IN THE NAME OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST!! 1. We gather here to day to celebrate, to worship, and to proclaim the greatness of our God, and of His Son, Jesus Christ. B. Today, we want to focus on the Lord’s Supper, what it ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

"The Most Excellent Way"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 1, 2003

Considering Paul’s description of love, and applying it to our lives.

1 Corinthians 13:1-8 “The Most Excellent Way” By: Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA At a men’s retreat a truck driver told about the change Christ had made in his life, and he was asked to think of some specific way in which he was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Three Servants: Three Rewards Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Feb 24, 2003

Sermon 9 of 10 in Jesus Stories Series. This life is very much a test. In fact it could be said that our life is a trial that reveals our character and nature. In this story – one of the few parables in which the author reveals it’s meaning – Jesus rev

Three Servants & Three Rewards This life is very much a test. In fact it could be said that our life is a trial that reveals our character and nature. In this story – one of the few parables in which the author reveals it’s meaning – Jesus reveals the importance of what we do with what we have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making God Smile

Contributed by Jim Kane on Mar 8, 2003

The function of worship is to bring God appropriate pleasure.

(Overhead 1) This time of year is a time for love, romance, and passion. Millions of dollars are spent on Valentine’s Day gifts. In fact a 1998 report from Ball State University indicates, “Valentine’s Day ranks second behind Christmas in total sales of candy, flowers and cards.” Love is important ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-26

Denomination: Church Of God

Strength In Small Groups Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jan 29, 2004

First step to experiencing the spiritual renewal that overcomes apathy - involvement in a small group.

Jesus quoted the book of Deuteronomy more than any other source. Over eighty times he referred to its pages. Three times during His temptation in the wilderness He quoted from this book. That in itself should arouse our curiosity about the spiritual wisdom in its pages. When you read the first ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:9-18

Denomination: Baptist