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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
This sermon was written as part 1 of 2 for Easter Sunday 2007. Part 1 was delivered at the Sunrise service, part 2 at the second service.
HOPE What do we mean when we use the word Hope? Sometimes we mean something that we would like to have happen, something good, or something that we desire, and it might happen, it might not, but we hope that it does I hope the weather is nice for our easter egg hunt. I hope the Kansas City ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5
Denomination: Baptist
This sermon was written as part 2 of 2 for Easter Sunday 2007. Part 1 was delivered at the Sunrise service, part 2 at the second service.
Easter Sunday - Part 2 Recap part 1: Hope of the Resurrection: 1Peter 1: 3-5 (NIV) 3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 and into an inheritance that ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9
As we consider at Christmas the reasons Jesus came, service is near the top of the list, a self-giving service that led all the way to the cross.
Jesus was born in Bethlehem to serve, and servant-hood is the theme of this messianic prophecy. It has been called Isaiah’s “Servant Song.” The Servant is the anointed Messiah, the Lord Jesus, “Who being in very nature God...made Himself nothing, taking the very nature of ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9
Denomination: Congregational
This sermon explores the link between our salvation and service, how service leads to spiritual joy, and our role as stewards in God's kingdom.
Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be in your company, to share a few moments together as we open God's Word. It's in these moments that we find strength, hope, and guidance. It's in these moments that we are reminded that we are not alone, that we are part of a great and loving ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11
Topics: Benefits, Serving God
Contrary to the saying, "The only things guaranteed in life are death and taxes"......
Death and Taxes ILLUS: If you go back to 1700 and all the way up through to the year 2100, a day like today will only happen 12 times. Oh, I’m not talking about Easter. What is unusual about today is that Easter and “Tax Day” fall on the same day. On the same day we celebrate the ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, 1 Corinthians 15:50-57
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
The living church community is a learning church - a sharing church - a worshipping church and a witnessing church
The New Society Acts 2: 42-47 Margaret Thatcher is famously credited with having said ’there is no such thing as society’. And even though we remember the phrase, I think most of us have long forgotten the context in which it was said. No doubt it has been often taken out of context and ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:42-47
Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican
The past, present, and future activity of Christ on behalf of mankind. Good for use at Easter or on a study of the ministry of Christ.
Illustration: Dr. E. Stanley Jones, the famous missionary, wrote in his autobiography a story about a friend, who was called upon to conduct a funeral service. This friend wanted to do the funeral exactly as it should be, so he turned to the New Testament to see how Jesus conducted a funeral. What ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 9:24-26
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
The message of Easter is that Jeus has won the victory over sin and death and His victory can be ours as well.
Since by Man Came Death --I Corinthians 15:21-22 Writing in The Christian Reader, Laura Conklin shares a family story. “My husband and I home school our two children, Seth and Glenna. One day, the lesson was on opposites. “Glenna, who was six at the time, was being quizzed. I would say a word ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:21-22
Denomination: Methodist
God gives each of special abilities and expects us to be faithful in using what we’ve been given. Instead of “hiding” our gifts we’re to invest them in kingdom service. There’s no getting around the fact that we are responsible for what we’ve been given
Using What God Has Given A man from out east had always dreamed of owning a cattle ranch and had finally saved enough money to buy his dream spread in Wyoming. His best friend flew out to visit and asked, “So, what’s the name of your ranch?” His buddy told him that he had a really hard time ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Matthew 25:14-25, Romans 12:6-8
Jesus calls his disciples and then sends them out to continue his ministry of preaching, teaching, casting out demons and healing.
Matthew 9:35-10:8 “The Hand Off” INTRODUCTION There are times the people image Jesus traveling around Judea and Galilee in something other than the traditional dress of the time. Instead of a loose fitting coat and sandals they picture Jesus clothed in blue tights, with a red cape and a ...read more
Denomination: Lutheran
First in series focusing on the importance and Biblical injunction to connect with our needy world to Christ’s glory.
CONNECTING WITH A NEEDY WORLD First in Series: “Love In Action” Rev. Todd G. Leupold Perth Bible Church June 29, 2008 AM INTRODUCTION: VIDEO: “What Are We Missing?” (BluefishTv) – 1:18 How many people do you know who can relate to this? Or, perhaps easier, how many do you know that ...read more
Scripture: 1 John 3:16-20
In order to love in action (not just principle or feeling) as Jesus did and commends us to follow, we must first see the people and world around us as Jesus sees them - from the perspective of the cross.
CROSS-PERSPECTIVE Second in Series: “Love In Action” Rev. Todd G. Leupold Perth Bible Church July 6, 2008 AM INTRODUCTION: - As we celebrate this Independence Day weekend, it is fitting that we take a few moments to reflect on our view of our own place in this world. VIDEO: “What Inspires ...read more
Scripture: Luke 14:27
Message based on Jesus’ words to the religious leaders who were missing the message while the tax collectors and prostitutes were hearing and responding.
Why Bad People Can Get to Heaven Matthew 21:28-32 July 27, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: During my freshman year in college, I went back to my high school to visit and to play in the band for a ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32
Denomination: Wesleyan
A sermon on Ephesians 4:1-3 on the calling
Sermon for 7/19/2009 Ephesians 4:1-6 (vs. 1-2) Introduction: A. I wonder if your coming to Christ was like the Apostle Paul’s. In Acts 9 we have the account of Saul’s or Paul’s conversion. Tell the story. B. (Acts 9:4 NIV) He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, "Saul, Saul, why ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
A weak, shame-filled alcoholic did real good because the coach decided he was worth taking a risk on. In the same way, God sees our value and loves us enough to take a risk on us.
READ: Matt 25:14-30 1. God has Blessed us to be a blessing ILLUSTRATION: Stewardship and the Swiss Watchmaker Slogan Known for their luxury watches, Swiss watchmaker Patek Philippe has also become well-known for its clever advertising slogan: "You never actually own a Patek Philippe; you merely ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30
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