Sermons on God Liberates:

Deacons: Servants Of The Church

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Deacons are spiritual leaders who share a concern for the needs of the church with the elders and work under their guidance.

Thesis: Deacons are spiritual leaders who share a concern for the needs of the church with the elders and work under their guidance. Intro.: 1. Earlier this year this congregation appointed its first group of elders. a. Watershed event in our history. b. Reflective of our desire to imitate the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Every-Member Ministry

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Every Christian is a minister with a responsibility to serve.

Thesis: Every Christian is a minister with a responsibility to serve. Intro.: 1. I love being a minister! a. Preaching ... Weddings ... Baptisms ... Funerals. b. Illust. "Folder of Encouragement" (read excerpts) 2. But do you know what's sad? So many of you have been led to think that only ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

His Witness

Contributed by Darryl Muse on Oct 18, 2000

That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked at and our hands have touched--this we proclaim concerning the Word of life.

That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked at and our hands have touched--this we proclaim concerning the Word of life. Witness…to furnish proof of…to have personal or direct cognizance of …one asked to be present at a transaction ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1

Jet Tour Through Titus Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Introduction to Titus

TITUS - Work INTRODUCTION: Titus, the 12th Epistle written by Paul, is one of his shortest. It is a personal Letter to a dear friend and co-laborer. Like 1 Timothy, it was written between Paul’s two Roman imprisonments, as he traveled on his 4th Missionary Journey. Paul obviously visited Crete ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A True Friend

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Oct 29, 2002

Jesus Christ is the only true measure of a true friend.

We live in an age of deception and mistrust. It is very difficult to find a true friend. In the world there are all kind of friends. Bat friends that come out at night. Faucet friends who turn off and on. Fake friends who will fake you out when you need them most. Summer friends who will be there ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13-14, John 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing The Story And The Sign Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 11, 2007

The resurrection is factual story. It is a sign pointing to the identity of Jesus and it is for us - the Church - to share with others! This is an all-age talk outline which could be developed in various ways.

On this resurrection Sunday I want to speak about the story of the resurrection, the sign of the resurrection and sharing the message of the resurrection of Jesus. (NB - NOTE TO THE PREACHER - I began my talk by asking people about their favourite books and stories, and asking them to tell us if ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Anglican

One Thing

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 19, 2007

- Many things consume out lives - Our lives get confused and cheated when we make many things the main thing

PowerPoint + New Slide > New transition _________________________________________________________ Web site answering the one thing you can’t live without question - Swiss Army Knife - Internet access - Music - Coffee - My Ipod - TV - Cell Phone - Air Conditioning in the summer..... Fireplace in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4

Denomination: Baptist

Love Reaching Out

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Mar 30, 2006

Sermon on a miracle of healing.

Love Reaching Out John 4:46-53 INTRO.: There are many miracles of healing recorded. Jesus healed diseases, cast out demons, and raised the dead,. Each miracle was unique in some ways. In most cases, the people healed met Jesus and talked with Him either before or after the miracle. In most cases, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-53

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on May 16, 2007

A short homily given at a mid-week communion service. We need to be ready in advance for the changes which will come our way. Jesus prepared the disciples for his departure with the promise of the Spirit. The same Holy Spirit lives in us.

John 14: 23 to 29 What follows is not a party political broadcast on behalf of the Labour Party! Tony Blair has now announced that he is leaving his post as Prime Minister. Now I am no expert but I guess that within the Labour Party there will be a mixture of concern, excitement, nervousness and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-29

Denomination: Anglican

Never Again Without The Presence Of Jesus

Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 28, 2005

A simple Easter sermon used in at sunrise. What must it have been like between Jesus’ death and resurrection? To be without the presence of Jesus must have been utter emptiness. To be with him again must have been utter joy.

Never again without the presence of Jesus Purpose: To reflect on Jesus’ presence and challenge the people to be the presence of Jesus to a world that needs Him. 1. Read John 20:1-21 2. Do you ever wonder what it would have been like to actually be in the presence of Jesus? What would it have felt ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Momma's Meeting With The Master

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Jul 30, 2005

A Mother’s Day Message

Momma’s Meeting with the Master Pastor Jamie Wright * MFC * May 8, 2005 Matthew 15:21-28 Mark 7:24-30 1. Her Coming- vs. 25 “…and came and fell at his feet.” She was desperate in her approach. She came to this man she had heard called “MASTER” and expected him to do something She responded to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mega Storms Produce Mega Blessings

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 1, 2004

Whenever there is a "Mega" storm in your life the Lord will match it with a "Mega" blessing.

TEXT: Mark 4:35-41 TITLE: MEGA STORMS PRODUCE MEGA BLESSINGS Any time you are on the front lines of battle and are doing something for the kingdom of God, the enemy’s attacks against your life will escalate. Even Jesus came under such an attack when He was preparing to cast a legion of demons ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Forty Benefits Of Salt And Light

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2003

Too many Christians fail to appropriate the benefits, privileges and responsibilities of being salt and light. As a result, millions suffer because they continue to be spoiled by the world and its destrutive ways. Similarly, approximately 5.7 billion peop

Benefits of Salt (Matt 5:13-16) Too many Christians fail to appropriate the benefits, privileges and responsibilities of being salt and light. As a result, millions suffer because they continue to be spoiled by the world and its destrutive ways. Similarly, approximately 5.7 billion people are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beyond The Sunday Face

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on May 15, 2002

There is such falseness in American churches today. Most relationships are merely a façade. In this “throw-away society” the Church lacks transparency, “realness”. As a result we have become oblivious to the needs of others.

Beyond the Sunday Face · Some will not like this sermon today. · Some will you be mad at me for preaching this. · The Holy Spirit is going to challenge everyone of us. · There is such falseness in American churches today. · Most relationships are merely a façade. · In this “throw-away society” the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Hebrews 13:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Miracle Of Raising The Widow's Only Son Series

Contributed by Russell Rhodes on Sep 1, 2005

All the miracles can teach us lessions and this one teaches some great lessons.

The Miracle of Raising the Widow’s Only Son Luke 7:11-17 Miracles # 15 Lessons that we can learn form this miracle. I. When Jesus was on earth he had true believers (Disciples) and non believers (the crowd) that followed him. I believe today that not al people who are church member are saved. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Baptist