Sermons on Get Out Of The Boat:

Baptism Of Our Lord B

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Jan 9, 2003

Out of chaos comes the words, "You are my beloved Son, with you I am well pleased."

Baptism of Our Lord B 12 January 2003 Mark 1:4-11, Genesis 1:1-5 Rev. Roger Haugen The Genesis reading is one of my favourites. You get a sense of this wonderful, foreboding mass of moving water. This is the little Hebrew I still remember. Verse 2 “the earth was a formless void and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-14, Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Frankincense For A Holy Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Kevin Barron on Dec 22, 2016

Uses the frankincense that the wise men brought to point out some of the sacrifices that Jesus made in coming to earth.

WISE MEN STILL SEEK HIM, PART 2 FRANKINCENSE FOR A HOLY SACRIFICE MATTHEW 2:1-12 DECEMBER 4, 2016 SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT, YEAR C FARM HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, HARRISBURG, AR INTRO. Dave Barry, the well-known humorist, has this take on the wise men and Christmas: “Although this is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

A Personal Encounter Sparks Servanthood

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Oct 8, 2023

I share my story about a time I faced pancreatic issues, marital struggles, and contemplating suicide. As with the Psalmist, I cried out to God and he heard and that began a lifetime of service.

Early august, 2022, I had the privilege of doing a presentation in Denver at the Rocky Mountain Symposium on Addictive Disorders, the Integration of Spirituality and Psychotherapy. The dialogue it stimulated was exciting, especially with the wide range of professionals attending. One counselor ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do I Need Church?

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 20, 2017

Jesus built HIS church out of flesh and blood. He took sinful, selfish and self centered people and created a church that would last forever. But how could He make a world changing church out of such useless material? Preached at Unity Service

OPEN: About 9 yrs ago, the Russian Orthodox Church had a 200 year old Church Building that had fallen into disuse. They wanted refurbish and begin worship services there, but when they arrived at village where the church building was … it wasn’t there anymore. It had disappeared. It seems that some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Great Awakening Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 29, 2020

Sometimes we get second chances in life. This morning, we are going see that God in His mercy gave Jonah a mulligan on his mission to Nineveh and the results were spectacular!

A Great Awakening! (Jonah 3) Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 9-25-19 Mulligan I occasionally play golf. Not well, but I do play from time to time. I’ve learned there are different kinds of people who play golf. There are those who take it super seriously. I’ve played with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Committed

Contributed by Bret Bone on Oct 24, 2011

Life have you puzzled? Join us to find out how all your pieces fit.

Committed SLIDE- Puzzle pieces Prayer I want to begin this morning by introducing you to an imaginary church family that I am going to call the Kenny’s. When we first meet Kenny’s they are attending services at First Church but they leave First Church because the services were way ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Impartation Of The Vision, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 20, 2007

Where there is no vision, the people perish. God will reveal to his people, that which he dsires to carry out.

The vision of God manifested in the hearts of his people, The impartation of the vision Part 1 Main thought: God will reveal to his people, that which he desires to carry out Text: "Where there is no vision, the people perish… (Proverbs 29:18, KJV) Opening: 1. Where there is no ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Mennonite

Names Of Jesus: Emmanuel - God With Us. Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 2, 2024

A message about how we can understand God by Him being "with us". Starts out with illustration about not being able to appreciate a song by just information but only by hearing it.

Some notes and thoughts on a Christmas Series about the names of Jesus. Philippians 2:5-11 Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, (6) who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, (7) but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Liz, Zach, And A Baby Named John

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Dec 9, 2002

In a wonderful story of the Christmas season, we learn how God is present in and through out deepest disappointments.

Liz, Zach, and a baby named John December 7, 2002 Let us, today, look at a story that speaks to all of us. It’s a story of great promise in this season of anticipating Christ. It’s a story of encouragement and hope for us all. Luke 1. 5- 7- we have a childless couple. I want you to notice some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-20, Psalm 107:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Now Act Like It! Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Dec 15, 2001

Having spelled out the benefits of salvation, Peter calls on the Church to act like the special people they are.

Now Act like It! Text: 1 Peter 1:13-2:3 Introduction The Owner’s Manual of my car gives special instructions for the type of fuel & oil and how to operate my vehicle Now I can operate my car without following the guidelines in the owners manual but I do so at my own peril. The Bible is the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ready To Respond Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Being ready to respond to injustices and wrongdoing in the world by standing out, standing firm in faith, and standing for love.

Today, we're gonna talk about how to respond to the tough stuff in life. You know, those moments when you see something wrong happening or when someone hurts you. We're gonna learn how to be ready to react with faith and love, just like Jesus would. So, let's dive in! I've got a sponge here, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Proverbs 4:23

Topics: Faith Healing, Spiritual Strength, Divine Justice, Unconditional Love

The Prophetic Parables Of Matthew 13

Contributed by Paul George on Jan 29, 2004

The thirteenth chapter of Matthew opens with these words "That day Jesus went out of the house, and was sitting by the sea.”

The thirteenth chapter of Matthew opens with these words "That day Jesus went out of the house, and was sitting by the sea.” This statement clearly looks back to the preceding chapter, where Matthew records Israel’s rejection of their King. At the beginning of Matthew 12 we find the Pharisees ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-2

Denomination: Holiness

The World Of Words

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 27, 2003

A sermon for the 4th Sunday after the Epiphany Jesus casting out of an unclean spirit and teaching with authority

4th Sunday after the Epiphany Mark 1:21-28 "’The World of Words" 21 And they went into Capernaum; and immediately on the sabbath he entered the synagogue and taught. 22 And they were astonished at his teaching, for he taught them as one who had authority, and not as the scribes. 23 ¶ And ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Bringing God Into Our Decisions Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 23, 2008

Much of life is out of our hands, but our lives are greatly influenced by the choices we and others make.

Bringing God Into Our Decisions (Acts 1:15-26) 1. This was a very rough week for many people. 2. The Williams family had a traumatic time. 3. We had 8 surgeries in the church family within a 7 day period, all during one of our two busiest weeks of the year, camp time. 4. I have been through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:15-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Stages Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 29, 2012

We will close out this chapter looking at the stages of faith as seen in the life of a government official of Jesus’ day.

Tonight we will finish up chapter 4 of John. We’ve now gotten away from the story of the woman at the well. Last week we talked about how we show evidence of our faith when we honor Jesus, when we welcome him into our lives, and finally when we receive Him. Tonight we will close out this chapter ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Baptist