Sermons on Gang:

Jephthah — Reject! (Promises, Promises) Series

Contributed by Timothy Cooley, Sr. on Dec 2, 2005

Jephthah tasted being a Reject, then a Spare Tire. He craved for Acceptance, got it, then Oops, he made a foolish vow. Worse, he kept it! His daughter willingly devoted herself whatever the cost. She rejoiced in his victory. Vow, but vow wisely. Vo

Jephthah stood at the door of his wilderness house. He had things pretty well fixed up, like he wanted them. After all, there was a day he would have liked to live in town, but that had been impossible. You see, it was because of his mother. The Bible says his mother was a harlot. Some ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:1-40

Denomination: Holiness

If God Is So Good Why Do I Feel So Bad? Series

Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Oct 5, 2006

This is part of a series I did on topics my congregation requested. Several of these messages are two parts.

YOU ASKED FOR IT IF GOD IS SO GOOD, WHY DO I FEEL SO BAD? Sunday April 30, 2006 Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 4:12-19 Intro. A. Today we are beginning a new sermon series called “You Asked For It.” These are sermons on subjects that you have requested. I am very excited about sharing this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Holiness

The Sin Of Silence

Contributed by Lawrence Guest on Dec 29, 2004

Christians must make our voices heard

The Sin of Silence 60 seconds of silence!!!!!!! (Luke 19:40) And he answered and said unto them, I tell you that, if these should hold their peace, the stones would immediately cry out. We as Christians have been silent for far to long. Our country was founded on godly principles. Our founding ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:40

Denomination: Baptist

Martin Luther King - January 2005 Speech

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Jan 14, 2005

... what are YOU going to do to address the challenges we still experience as it relates civil/human rights?

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. COMMUNITY BREAKFAST WATERVILLE ROTARY CLUB, WATERVILLE, MAINE 17 JANUARY 2005 Mayor LePage, Muriel Scott, Deborah Silva, Debbie Halm, Rabbi Krinsky, Pastor Anderman, Wayne Theriault, Waterville Rotary Club, Ethnic Vocal Ensemble, Jody Rich, Distinguished guest, family and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From A Cowardly Dog

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 8, 2005

In this message featuring "Courage the Cowardly Dog," learn a few things about how to conquer fear.

Lessons from a Cowardly Dog How To Get Courage 6/2/04 I. Introduction Show “got fear?” video. Black Bart was a professional thief whose very name struck fear as he terrorized the Wells Fargo stage line. From San Francisco to New York, his name became synonymous with the danger of the frontier. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Really Sure You Want To Do This?

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 15, 2005

A message about Jesus’ words regarding the cost of discipleship.

Are You REALLY Sure You Want to Do This? The Cost of Following Jesus Matthew 8:18-22 October 9, 2005 Introduction I thought I’d better warn you up front that my introductory remarks are going to be longer than usual, but you don’t have to worry about the rest of the message - we’ll still get ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:18-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Call To Loving Service

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Dec 28, 2002

Deals with the call to service that God places upon every believer’s life

A Call to Loving Service (Matthew 25:31-46) I. God Calls Us to Loving Service II. God Calls Us to Simple Service III. God Will Judge Us Based on Our Loving Service IV. God Will Bless Our Loving Service Introduction One day while walking with some children, Queen Mary was caught in a sudden ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

There Is Strength In Weakness

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 11, 2003

In the life of Gideon there are truths and principles for successful Christian families.

There is Strength in Weakness -God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things- Judges 6-7 In the life and mission of Gideon we see that God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things. In the person of Gideon we see there is strength in weakness. When you see how God used Gideon you ...read more

Denomination: Free Methodist

Why Do Doctors Become Doctors Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Sep 23, 2004

Most doctors become doctors to save lives. in the context of BAC the hospital, that should be our focus too, to save lives

BAC the Hospital Why Do Doctors Become Doctors? Introduction A. If you were not here last week, you missed some very powerful statements that were led from God B. We introduced the vision that God gave me for Bakerstown Alliance Church C. That being BAC the Hospital D. If you were not here last ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Someone To Watch Over Me Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 1, 2003

Joseph, Pt. 2 of 4

SOMEONE TO WATCH OVER ME (GENESIS 39) A biographer of Michelangelo told about the famous artist's nagging problem with his work on a statue and his unconventional way of arriving at a solution to the problem. As he was working on a sculptor, the brilliant artist found that his own shadow on the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Search For True Happiness

Contributed by James May on Jul 25, 2004

The search for true, lasting happiness and fulfillment in life always ends with finding Christ as Savior. The happiness that the world offers is fleeting and false.

The Search for True Happiness by Pastor Jim May In today’s church, more than ever before, it is so easy to go after things that we believe will bring true happiness. But what we often find after we have obtained what we sought after is most often far less than what we thought it would be and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Proverbial Wisdom

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 2, 2004

Proverbial wisdom. 1- Pleasantness 2- Perversity 3- Patience

INTRO.- Quips and quotes. - We could learn a lot from crayons ... some are sharp, some are pretty, some are dull, some have weird names, and all are different colors ... but they all have to learn to live in the same box. - I have not yet begun to procrastinate. - It’s nice to be important, but ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What To Do In Time Of War And Tragedy

Contributed by John Telgren on Jun 1, 2003

What should you do when war strikes? Retaliate? Protest? Or could this be an opportunity to strengthen faith in God and minister to those in need?

The news came shortly after we had arrived in Tulsa for the workshop. After a short time, we were able to put it out of our mind. We were with thousands of Christians from all over the world with some of the best preachers of today. We had a marvelous time singing together, being uplifted by ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 31:1-5, Luke 10:25-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Why Does God Allow Suffering

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 12, 2004

Suffering is an all too common reality in our world. God permits suffering, obviously, but is He responsible for it?

CATM Sermon - “Why Does God Allow Suffering?” September 12, 2004 Sometimes it’s too easy to find illustrations to a sermon. Sometimes as a preacher you search and struggle to find stories from the community and stories from other places that help to make what you’re trying to say ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Make It Right

Contributed by Darryl Mcauley on Apr 5, 2002

Dealing with conflict

Mes #321-100302 File #: phi04-07.ser Text: Philippians 4:1-4 Title: Make It Right Introduction: · It would seem like there is a lot to be angry about lately. · Over the past years we have seen many wars unfold. · Wars that have taken a new flavor. · We now watch from our telelvisions ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist