Sermons on God Is Our Prize:

Christ Our Life Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010

Christ our Life (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Philippians chapter 1 verses 3-11. Ill: Genie and ‘box of chocolates. • Wouldn’t it be great to be able wish away our problems. • To have instant solutions to the things you desire. • In this letter there are no instant solutions, there are no quick cures; • But there are some ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Brethren

Our Task Is Clear

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 23, 2006

Here are the three guys sent off to take the world for Christ. What a task! But how were they supposed to do such an awesome thing? We will find that God has already mapped our course, and all we have to do is follow.

Passage: Acts 13:4-12 Intro: There is something very pure about the first time God does something. 1. think of the days of Creation, when God was making the universe PP Job 38:3-7 2. the sending of Jesus to the earth, and the joyous shouts of angels. 3. and here in this passage, this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:4-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What's Our Purpose? Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 8, 2013

The Church at Pine Level must identify itself with the Church at Antioch. We must have a clear purpose and do whatever it takes to serve Christ. With God's leadership, our new purpose will be: "Connecting people with Jesus and each other."

What’s our Purpose? Acts 13:1-13 Introduction When this series first started we discussed the imp of being a biblical church -- The church of Acts is a tremendous road model for us to examine / follow -- When it comes to following Christ, there is really NO more perfect example The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growing In Our Faith

Contributed by Darrell Williams on Sep 22, 2021

God does not want us to be stagnant or ignorant about our faith. He would desire for all his people to keep moving forward toward Spiritual Maturity by growing in our faith in this world of darkness in which we live.

Growing In Our Faith – 2 Peter 1:1-11 5.5.19 by: Rev. Darrell Williams 2 Peter is obviously written by Peter – one of the disciples – the one we see in the Easter story and the one we discussed on Palm ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

The Work Of Our Father

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Jul 6, 2007

A Father’s Day message about watching and doing what our heavenly Father is doing.

Our Father’s Business In the past, sons very often followed in the steps of their fathers. Farmer, tent-maker, carpenter, blacksmith, sword maker. During his earthly ministry, Jesus talked a lot about doing the work of his father. John 4:34 34Jesus said* to them, “My food is to do the will of ...read more

Scripture: John 5:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

"Godliness": Our Pursuit For Our Growth Part 6 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Sep 7, 2010

Keep in mind that to do what is right to make us distinct is doable, adding godliness to steadfastness.

Have you ever tried swimming against the current? For those of us who tried, I believe we found it so difficult and we even felt like drowning. I think that’s the same drowning feeling when we talk about living a godly life in an ungodly world. Either we feel like giving in or giving up. Yet, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

The World In Our Backyard

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007

And not only is the world in our backyard, the world is each in of our backyards. No longer do we have to go out into all of the world. The world has come to us. And it tears at the heart of God when Christians and Churches race to relocate simply becau

The World In Our Backyard Movement #1: THE WORLD IS OUR MISSION FIELD Isn’t that exciting, to see people seal their commitment to Christ by being baptized makes all the effort of witness worthwhile. It speaks powerfully that there is indescribable truth to Jesus statement, which brings the book ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Great Command

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 5, 2008

We tend to view love as a warm fuzzy feeling reserved for a select few of our friends and family. However, God calls us to a life of holy love – a love founded on His love for us and built with decisive actions instead of feelings.

Introduction: When I was in school studying to become a pastor, a fellow student said, “Church work would be a lot easier if it weren’t for people.” Me (my dilemma or question) I laughed at my friend’s statement – church work is about people. Pastors work with people day in and day out. Here are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Wesleyan

Controlling Our Complaining

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 13, 2013

Comparing the response of Moses (Numbers 11:4-15) to how Jesus responded (Matthew 14:13-21) after learning John the Baptist was executed. An appropriate response to stress and adversity comes through a deep, abiding relationship with God the Father.

When it comes to complaining, Saint Francis De sales once said, “The truly patient man neither complains of his hard lot nor desires to be pitied by others. He speaks of his sufferings in a natural, true, and sincere way, without murmuring, complaining, or exaggerating ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:4-15

Denomination: Free Methodist

Our Present Joy Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 13, 2013

After beginning his letter with hope & encouragement, Peter proceeds with loving counsel for those who are facing trials & suffering. He shares with a suffering church various results that develop out of the trials which God allows to come into our lives.

1 PETER 1: 6-9 [Renewing Hope Series] OUR PRESENT JOY [James 1:2-4 / Romans 5: 3-5] Our faith in Jesus Christ and His resurrection from the dead not only fills us with a living hope but also with joy inexpressible and full of glory. As we endure the trials of life God refines our faith and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Our Sinful Nature Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 16, 2010

God tells us to be “obligated” to Him not because God needs us but because God loves us and knows what’s best for us!

We continue our study of the Letter to the Romans. Through the Apostle Paul, God spoke to the Christians in Rome 2000 years ago, but much of this letter is applicable to all Christians, especially for those of us here in America. Before reading our passage today, which is Romans 7:7–8:17, let us ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Getting To Know God – Jehovah Tsidkenu – The Lord Our Righteousness Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

A Study of the Names of God - Jehovah Tsidkenu – The Lord our Righteousness

Getting to Know God – Jehovah Tsidkenu – The Lord our Righteousness, Jer 23:1-6 Let’s pause and pray . Lord, it is amazing that you are a such a holy God, who is interested in having a relationship with us. This is such a radical concept that you would seek us out and make a way for us to be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Even When We Are Downcast He Lifts Our Head

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 20, 2004

We can praise God that He is the lifter of our head even when we are downcast. At a time of great despair, distress, discouragement and danger, David praised God with the words, "But You, O Lord, art a shield for me. My glory and the lifter of my head."

Even When We Are Downcast He Lifts Our Head (Psa 3:3-5) We can praise God that He is the lifter of our head even when we are downcast. At a time of great despair, distress, discouragement and danger, David praised God with the words, "But You, O Lord, art a shield for me. My glory and the lifter ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Home Base Security? In Whom Do I Trust?

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jul 7, 2002

Our God has set a wall of fire around His people to protect them from all manners of harm….

Our Home Base Security? In Whom Do I Trust? Pastor Jim Parisi Harvest House July 7, 02 Zechariah 2:5 For I,’ says the Lord, ’will be a wall of fire all around her, and I will be the glory in her midst.’ " Our God has set a wall of fire around His people to protect them from all manners of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 2:5, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Kingdom Values And Our Values: Challenges To A Contemorary Way Of Life

Contributed by Philip Gill on Oct 3, 2007

As the lives of the rich man and Lazarus are reversed by their experience of the Kingdom so our contemorary values are challenged by the call to discipleship.

In the gospel passage this morning there is a great reversal of fortunes for the rich man and Lazarus the poor beggar. Lazarus, after enduring great suffering is taken into heaven, into the bosom of Abraham. This end suggests that he led a faithful life while the rich man is depicted in typical ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Anglican