Sermons on Glee Club:

Who Needs Friends?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

God has given us friends, but so many people have been hurt by their friends and wonder if a true friend can ever be found.

"Who Needs Friends?" 1 Samuel 18-20 Things were tough on Ted when he was born. He was born in Chicago in 1942 to Polish parents. His father was a sausagemaker and his mother took care of the boys. He was hospitalized when he was only six months old after he suffered an allergic reaction to a drug ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Successful Life Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 3, 2013

A study of chapter 1 of the book of Proverbs

Proverbs 1 A Successful Life 1 The proverbs of Solomon the son of David, king of Israel: 2 To know wisdom and instruction, to perceive the words of understanding, 3 To receive the instruction of wisdom, justice, judgment, and equity; 4 To give prudence to the simple, to the young man knowledge and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-33

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Personally Anointing Christ As King Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Apr 9, 2007

When Christians grasp the truth of Jesus Christ being King as well as Savior they want to live a life that says, “I care about Jesus’ Kingship in my life.”

Turn your Bibles to John 12:1-13 Title: Personally Anointing Christ as King Theme: Examining Truths in the Triumphal Entry Series: Easter Season Messages Listen as I read John 12:1-13, “Six days before the Passover, Jesus arrived at Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom Jesus had raised from ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Nature Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Mark Foreman on Jul 23, 2009

This message explores the nature of the Kingdom of heaven and of God and how Christians participate in bringing it "on earth as it is in heaven."

We are learning the ways we "shrink Jesus down," from his robust loving nature. ? Last week we discovered his surprising agenda-a kingdom not a religious club. Transformed people of the king transforming their world. * The tension exists today between Jesus and religion. Religion establishes a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-52

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"How To Get The Salt Out Of The Shaker."

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Apr 28, 2009

The Resurrection – Now What? Jesus accomplished eternal salvation for the lost by: His death, Burial, Resurrection and Ascension But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea

Cornerstone Church April 18/19, 2009 “HOW TO GET THE SALT OUT OF THE SHAKER.” Luke 14:15-24 The following happened to Dr. Tony ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Anxious To Matter Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 13, 2013

If you want to live a life that matters, sacrifice, suffer, submit and serve. These are 4 words we don't like very much, because they seem like steps down to obscurity, but in God's Kingdom they are steps up to true greatness.

The movie, Pearl Harbor, tells the story of two friends, Rafe and Danny, who survive the attack on Pearl Harbor and enter World War II as fighter pilots. In training before the war, Rafe McCawley is one of America's top fighter pilots. When America initially holds back from entering the war, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Cure For Conflict (Pt. 1) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 24, 2020

In Romans 14, Paul begins to address the specific things that are causing conflict in the church in Rome. Paul's main points include accept each other and let God be the judge.

A. In 1904, this large statue of Christ, that you see on the screen, was erected high in the Andes, on the border between Argentina and Chile – called “Christ the Redeemer of the Andes.” 1. The statue symbolizes a pledge between the two countries. 2. As long as the statue stands, there is to be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Happens When God Comes To Us? Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Nov 16, 2002

God does come to us. He comes with divine retribution, meaning he comes to make things right for us and with us. I want to give you three good reasons to be ready.

What Happens When God Comes to Us? Isaiah 35:4-7 Pastor Jim Luthy "Be strong." "Don’t be afraid." "Your God will come." These were the encouraging words that the Lord instructed Isaiah to tell the people who were floundering in the wilderness of judgment and exile. James also encouraged us: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:4-7, Luke 7:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go Tell My People

Contributed by William Baeta on Jun 23, 2003

“So they went out and preached that people should repent And they cast out many demons and anointed with oil many who were sick, and healed them” Mark 6:12-13.

Theme: Go tell my people Text: Amos 7:12-15; Eph. 1:3-14; Mk. 6:7-13 Life always follows a very basic pattern. It consists of first learning and then putting into practice what has been learnt. A baby first learns how to walk and then puts into practice what he or she has learnt by actually taking ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13, Amos 7:7-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Jesus Brought Comfort To Those Who Were Hurting

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus knew how to comfort the hurting because He had compassion for the way people struggled with every problem. The Lord Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the kingdom and healing every

Quote: Many people are drawn to the love of Jesus by His ministry of consolation more than anything else. When we are weary, stressed out or hurting, our human tendency is to call on God for help in our time of need. Illustration: For every action, there is an equal and opposite criticism. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Golf And The Christian Life

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 28, 2004

This morning I’m going to attempt to compare the Game of Golf and the Christian Life. I have found that there are some good ways to help illustrate how we should live our Christian life, through this game we call Golf.

Golf and the Christian Life Pastor Glenn Newton 8-4-02 Romans 10:11-15 “ As the Scripture says, "Anyone who trusts in him will never be put to shame." 12 For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile--the same Lord is Lord of all and richly blesses all who call on him, 13 for, "Everyone who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:11-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Caring With A Difference

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 30, 2007

A Labor Day message on providing caring services, but not simply as self-fulfillment, but as a means to witness.

The true test of whether what you are doing is real is not how you feel about it when you start. The true test is whether you can keep going and complete your task. Anybody can get excited about a new job. But not everybody can stay by the stuff and finish. Some people get bored, or ...read more

Scripture: John 4:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Culture Of Community Series

Contributed by Bob Lentz on Dec 7, 2006

Revealing the power and potential in Biblcial community.

The Culture of Community 12-17-06 Series: Creating a New Culture…in the church. John 17:20-21 I am indebted to John Burke’s book, “No Perfect People Allowed” for many of the basic ideas expressed in this series. It’s a great read! Intro. Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrate God’s Greatness

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 30, 2011

1. Celebrate Christ’s great sympathy toward us (vs. 1-6). 2. Celebrate Christ’s great opportunity for us (vs. 5-11). 3. Celebrate Christ’s great ability to help us (vs. 2-4 & 11-13).

Celebrate God’s Greatness John 6:1-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Nov. 15, 2009 *Many people in our church have dreamed of a new children’s building for almost 20 years, and this year our dream has come to life! We are here today to celebrate this dream, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Disqualified! Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Nov 14, 2008

Don’t let a desire for instant gratification disqualify you from God’s best.

I think the five most nauseating words a person can hear are, “I’m sorry, you’ve been disqualified.” Disqualification means that no matter how hard you try or how well you’ve done, you will not reach your goal. There’s something that you can never have because you’ve been disqualified. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Baptist