Sermons on Fountain:

A Healthy Appetite

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Oct 24, 2006

Often times we are driven by our hunger, which is probably why there are so many fast food joints. We have hunger for a great many things in this life, but are we most hungry for the things that permanently satisfy?

This morning I am going to talk about appetite. Now I know that some of you are already thinking about lunch, but my theme this morning is not food. Often times we speak about being hungry or thirsty for the Lord because they are terms that everyone can understand. Do you long for God like a cold ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-26

What Does God Think About Homosexuality Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jun 19, 2004

Part 2 in series, What does God think about ... Addresses the issue of homosexuality

WHAT DOES GOD THINK ABOUT Part 2: Homosexuality A number of years ago, I had a man from the community call and ask if he could visit me. I said “sure,” and he came by. After talking for a while the heart-broken dad came to the reason he was there. He said, “My son is a homosexual. I am ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:26-27, Genesis 2:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Make This Valley Full Of Ditches

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 17, 2004

How can we prepare our lives for the great blessing of God? A great sermon for preparing for a time of special spiritual emphasis, revival, 40 days of Purpose, etc.

"Make this Valley Full of Ditches" - II Kings 3:5-18 INTRODUCTION: How many of you have ever had a dream where you had to do something -- maybe make a speech -- or play a recital -- or go to work -- or drive a car -- and you discovered in your dream, much to your horror, that you were not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 3:5-18

Denomination: Holiness

How To Deal With A Rebellious Child

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Apr 15, 2005

We discipline our children so that they can discipline themselves. The eternal destiny of our children largely hinges upon the lifestyle of the parents.

How to Deal with a Rebellious Child Ephesians 6:1-4 Psalm 127:3-5 “Sons are a heritage from the LORD, children a reward from him. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are sons born in one’s youth. Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them.” (NIV) Being a parent changes everything. But ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

Original Christmas Missionaries Series

Contributed by John Baggett on Nov 26, 2005

Original Christmas Missionaries-The Shepherds. They received a DECLARATION- Good News from Heaven. They got busy with DECORATION decorating lives with the message of Gods Love(Jesus). Showed DEDICATION to praising & glorifying God. #1 in series Christm

This is sermon #1 in a series I am doing called Christmas originals. The sermon can certainly stand alone or be preached in series. There are powerpoint slides available at the end of this sermon. Christmas Missionaries LK 2:8-16 The Christmas narrative from LK chapter 2 introduces us to some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Why Aren't There More Soul Winners?

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 25, 2002

The real reason we don’t see more soul winners is a lack of concern for broken people.

The world is still mostly unreached & unsaved after more than 2000 years of Christianity. 1.) World population in nearing five billion, most have never heard the gospel. [Amazing – USA] [Six billion 2001] 2.) Another amazing fact: Most believers will never win a soul! (approx. 95% ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

A Thriving And Healthy Church

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Apr 7, 2002

Acts chapter 9 provides a snap-shot of a healthy and thriving church that was flowing with the Holy Spirit. This is an example to the church today.

 Many churches through the centuries have looked to the New Testament church in the Acts as a model of what Christ is wanting in his body  In Acts 9 we see an example of a healthy and thriving church MAIN TEXT: Acts 9:31 Then the churches throughout all Judea, Galilee, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Immanuel: God With Us

Contributed by Wayne Searls on Dec 7, 2002

A Christmas sermon illustrating the reality of God’s presence in our world and in our lives.

IMMANUEL: GOD IS WITH US Matthew 1:18-23; Text: v.23 SCRIPTURE: 18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was as follows: After His mother Mary was betrothed to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Spirit. 19 Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not wanting to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Crossing Over Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Dec 29, 2002

The Israelites moved from the Acacia Grove to cross over Jordan. Learn the meaning of this text and lessons of moving from wilderness to promise.

CROSSING OVER Deuteronomy 11:31 “For you will cross over the Jordan and go in to possess the land which the LORD your God is giving you, and you will possess it and dwell in it. Crossing over. From one state to another. What are some of the promises God has given to us in His word? For forty years ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ's Dove

Contributed by Charles Holt on Jan 27, 2003

Using the beautiful allegorical language of the Song of Solomon this lesson provides insight into one facet of the Christian’s relationship with Christ.

INTRODUCTION In it’s Preface to the Song of Solomon (also known as the Song of Songs) the New King James Version gives these details. "The Song of Solomon is a love song written by Solomon and abounding in metaphors and oriental imagery. Historically, it depicts the wooing and wedding of a ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Running Over, Abundant Life, And Warm Hearts Are God's Desire

Contributed by Henry Shellman on Aug 25, 2002

Encourages the Christian to live a life that allows God’s blessing to flow continuosly in their life

Running Over, Abundant Life, And Warm Hearts are God’s Desire Psalm 23:5,John 10:10, Luke 24:32 Psalm 23:5b…….My cup runneth over John 10:10 the thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy; I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5, John 10:10

Denomination: *other

The Testimonies Of God

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Sep 26, 2002

God’s testimonies of prominent people in the Scriptures.

"The Testimonies of God" Text: Genesis 18:17-19 Intro: I believe to have one’s name mentioned in the Bible is extraordinary. However, to have the God of the Bible actually provide a testimony in a person’s behalf is hardly imaginable. When any of us stand in the presence of God We realize as ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Creativity

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001

How we are made in the image of our Creator to be innovative

Unit 2 – Creativity Lesson 3 Definition of creativity – Using the abilities and gifts God has given us to do His work Key Verse – I Cor. 9:22b – I have become all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some. For the Teacher’s Preparation 1. The Aim: To help the people learn ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hopelessness Of The Hell-Bound Hypocrite

Contributed by Aaron Brown on Sep 27, 2001

A searching, satire on the prevalent hypocrisy in the church: with humorous reflections on the preacher, prayer, choir, deacons, and ushers.

**** Disclaimer **** This sermon’s intent is to highlight hypocrisy in all levels of the church where the enemy is trying to deceive and infiltrate. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO OFFEND OR BE JUDGEMENTAL. I love all people and my heart yearns that all would be saved. He that winneth souls is wise (Prov. ...read more

Scripture: Job 27:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Higher Place

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Nov 19, 2001

In his letter to the Church in Ephesus, Paul prays for mature believers to press on and experience a higher place.

A Higher Place INTRODUCTION:  God is inviting us to a higher place  There are higher attainments in the spirit  There is more of God to be found  We have not ’arrived’ yet  In his letter to the Church in Ephesus, Paul prays for mature believers to press on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational