Sermons on George Beverly:

I Never Thought It Would Be Like This!"

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 22, 2000

What do you do when life disappoints you?

"I never thought it would be like this!" What do you do when life disappoints you Romans 12:1-2 Have you ever played Bible Trivia? I've played it twice--the first and the last time. My father and I, both pastors, were on a team against my sister and my mother. Our team took a real drumming. I'm ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Gambling With The Cross

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000

Far too many people are playing around the edge of faith and gambling with the cross

Gambling with the Cross Luke 23:26-43 Good Friday Service April 10, 1998 Introduction I. Poem by George MacLeod A. We have come to commemorate the crucifixion: We need to put this event into perspective, focus needs to be on content not cosmetics - we want to look good, focus on christ rather than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43

Denomination: Church Of God

Maximizing Your Potential

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 15, 2000

What does it take to realize the God given potential each has been given?

A few weeks ago I said one element of success is growing to your maximum potential. Growth requires change and without change, we are not stimulated to being successful. Consider this question. How many of you feel today that God has a bigger purpose for you then you have yet attained, that ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Blessings Part 2 Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 9, 2005

Sermon Series on the Book of Ephesians. This one happened to go along with the Thanksgiving Theme.

Sermon preached by Rev. Larry C. Brincefield on November 24, 2004 Title: Ephesians #4 Text: Ephesians 1:11-14 Introduction 1. On the island of St. Croix in the Virgin Islands there are two Thanksgiving days. • In addition to the usual one celebrated by Americans, • they have a Hurricane ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Why Is Holiness So Important? Series

Contributed by Jon Earls on Feb 13, 2003

Many today wonder why some people talk about, believe in, and try to live in ’holiness’. This sermon give 3 reasons why Holiness is so important.

Why is Holiness so Important? Text: Hebrews 12:14 The question is asked today by many people, “why is holiness so important?” Why do we talk about holiness and sanctification and John Wesley all of the time? Many have become disillusioned by all of the talk of John Wesley and have begun ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14

Denomination: Holiness

Hold On To The End

Contributed by Troy Shifflett on Mar 4, 2003

this sermon is to encourage people to not give up Jesus, but stay a christian until we reach Heaven.

HOLD ON TO THE END ECCLESIASTES 7:7-8 . connected with Ec 7:7. Let the "wise" wait for "the end," and the "oppressions" which now (in "the beginning") perplex their faith, will be found by God’s working to be overruled to their good. "Tribulation worketh patience" In the beginning there may be ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:8

Denomination: Holiness

Our Dad In Heaven

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 17, 2003

Some reflections on "The Lord’s Prayer"

Our Father 29.07.98 1. Introduction A story (acorn and marrow): An atheist was having a discussion with God. "God" he said "I don’t really believe you exist but if you did, you aren’t very bright." On the one hand, you have created a massive tree to bear such a little acorn. Yet on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-15

Denomination: Anglican

A Stewards View Of Stuff

Contributed by Dan Cale on Jan 24, 2004

This is the third in a series of stewardship sermons and deals with our handling of the material goods of life. Includes tithing and stuff managment.

A Stewards View of Stuff Mark 12:41-44 This morning we are going to continue our time in stewardship month looking at a Stewards View of Stuff. Comedian George Carlin (who by the way I do not recommend you listen to) proclaims, ¡§A house is just a pile of stuff with a cover on it. That’s all your ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: *other

Guarding Our Hearts

Contributed by Mike Turner on Feb 23, 2004

We must be careful to guard our hearts. From it proceeds the issues of life !

Guarding Our Hearts Psa 19:14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer. Proverbs 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. Intro: A list came out this past week listing the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Psalm 19:14

Denomination: Baptist

Kiss Hagar Goodbye

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Apr 7, 2003

Although Abraham couldn’t see it now, later he would understand the reasons why he had to kiss Hagar good-bye.

KISS HAGAR GOOD-BYE ©11-16-97 by Mark Beaird Text: Genesis 21:8-14 Do you believe that God has a plan for your life? I do. I believe that God has a plan for each and everyone who will listen to His voice and follow His direction. Whether you know it or not God is trying to lead you and I to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:8-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thanks Be To God!

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 20, 2004

On three occasions, the Apostle Paul exclaims, “Thanks be to God!” I would like us to look at what the Apostle Paul was thankful to God for in that we might reflect that same thankfulness in our own lives this Thanksgiving.

“THANKS BE TO GOD” 1 CORINTHIANS 15:50-57 2 CORINTHIANS 2:12-14 2 CORINTHIANS 9:10-15 INTRODUCTION... George Washington, 1779 Whereas, it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:50-57

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Freedom's Measure

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 22, 2005

Paul exhorted the Galatian Christians to prioritize their freedom in Christ. Christians are called to measure their freedom in Christ, but How can they measure that freedom? 4 measures of personal freedom.

FREEDOM’S MEASURE—Galatians 4:19—5:5 or CAST OFF THE YOKE July 4th Paul exhorted the Galatian Christians to prioritize their freedom in Christ. Christians should measure their freedom in Christ. How can Christians measure their freedom? 4 measures of personal freedom. 1—Freedom is measured ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Ministry Challenge For The Church (By Pastor Carmen Gomez)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jul 12, 2005

Pastor Carmen challenges the church to do the work that God has called them to.

A ministry challenge for everyone *Proverbs 29:18 "Where there is no vision, the people perishf: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he". In this church we have talked about: the importance of ministry how ministry needs to be focused on fulfilling our mission as a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Restore Unto Me The Joy Of Thy Salvation

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 27, 2005

Overcoming the self-centered life

Sun. Jan. 31/93 II Chron. 33:1-17 RESTORE UNTO ME THE JOY OF THY SALVATION A.W. TOZER Saying over enthusiasm is a problem of the church Is like sending a police squad to a cemetery at midnight in case of a demonstration by the residents. Where is the fire for holiness & ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 33:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Ingredients For Success

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 27, 2005

Ingredients For Success Include: 1. Goals 2. Responisbility 3. Keep Growing

Sun. Feb. 21/93 Ps. 146 Ingredients For Success Psalm 146:1-10 Praise ye the LORD. Praise the LORD, O my soul. 2 While I live will I praise the LORD: I will sing praises unto my God while I have any being. 3 Put not your trust in princes, [nor] in the son of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 146:1-10

Denomination: Baptist