Sermons on Godly Decisions:

Closer Than A Brother

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 2, 2006

David’s friendship with Jonathan was a remarkable and once in a lifetime kind of friendship.

“Closer than a Brother” 1 Samuel 17:50 Thus David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and a stone, and he struck the Philistine and killed him; but there was no sword in David’s hand. 51 Then David ran and stood over the Philistine and took his sword and drew it out of its sheath and killed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Compromise Is Complicated

Contributed by Paul Decker on Aug 13, 2006

With God’s help, make the most of your mistakes.

COMPROMISE IS COMPLICATED Joshua 9.1-10.15 S: God’s will C: blessing in keeping promises Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE MAKE OUR MISTAKES WORK FOR US. TS: We will find in our study of Joshua 9.1-10.15 how God graciously helps us even when we compromise. Type: Narrative I. DECEPTION ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"God Is Good! God Is Strong! So Why Suffering?" Series

Contributed by Mike Garner on Aug 15, 2006

So, if God is so good and so strong, why does He allow suffering? A look at answers for the Balconeers (those approaching it intellectually - "why?") and the Travellers (those in the midst of it asking "what now?")

Traveler or Balconeer? • Why evil and suffering? o No surprise that many of you wrote asking about this o #1 in poll asking “If there was one question you could ask God…?” – 17% o “If God is loving and if He is all-powerful and if He is good, then surely all of this suffering should not exist. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Whats So Bad About My Flesh? Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 23, 2006

Why did Paul write about the battle between the flesh and spirit in almost every one of his letters?

Flesh & Spirit Sermon Series Part One: “What is so bad about my flesh?” 1. Over the past few weeks, God has been speaking to me about the power of the Spirit led life and the tragedy of the flesh led life. The consequences for a church, for a family or for an individual are dramatic, depending ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Baptist

Questions On Prayer Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 23, 2006

Answers to key questions about prayer

Questions on Prayer II November 23, 2003 Joke: An elderly man in Phoenix calls his son in New York and says, "I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that your mother and I are divorcing; 45 years of misery is enough." "Pop, what are you talking about?" the son screams. "We can’t stand ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Finding The Balance: Work, Family And Faith

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 5, 2006

Labor Day sermon on avoiding the extremes and applying the cure for work-aholism.

FINDING THE BALANCE: FAITH, FAMILY AND WORK SELECTED SCRIPTURES INTRODUCTION: (Song: Running Just to Catch Myself by Mark Shultz) Have you ever felt like that? In the spin cycle of life, going round and round... not having enough minutes to get everything done? Finding it hard to stay ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-10

Denomination: Christian Church

"In Defense Of The Older Son"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 8, 2006

We don’t usually hear much about the older son, but hey, he had a right to be miffed! Didn’t he...?

(A backwards glance at the parable of the Prodigal) 22 “But the father said to his slaves, ‘Quickly bring out the best robe and put it on him, and put a ring on his hand and sandals on his feet; 23 and bring the fattened calf, kill it, and let us eat and celebrate; 24 for this son of mine was dead ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Orthodox

A Deeper Revelation Series

Contributed by Adam Deibert on Mar 4, 2007

Our attitude toward the book of Revelation determines how we will study it, and what we will get out of our study. Revelation itself teaches us how to study its contents.

Anyone who is familiar with the music of the Beatles likely knows the song “Yellow Submarine”. The song, released in 1966, was a chart-topper in the United Kingdom as well as the United States, holding the #1 position on British billboards for four weeks, and staying on the charts for another 13. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-3

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Why We Need A Savior Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 23, 2007

Tenth in a series from Ephesians. Our life before Christ shows why we need a Savior.

I’d like to begin this morning by asking you a question: Why do we need a Savior? We’ve spent nine weeks taking a look at Ephesians chapter 1 and marveling at how God has entered into our lives and poured out tremendous spiritual blessings for those who are His children. We’ve seen how God has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

"Saints Dying" Romans Pt 8 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 3, 2007

Paul tells us Romans 6 that Water Baptism has a 4 step process to it immersion, submersion, emergence and living the life of baptized saint. Saints die in Water Baptism and emerge resurrected in the Lord Jesus so as to live a righteous life in Christ.

“Saints dying” – Romans part 8 Opening Illustration: Movie Maker - video of previous baptisms at New Life Community Church. Thesis: Paul tells us Romans 6 that Water Baptism has a 4 step process to it immersion, submersion, emergence and living the life of baptized saint. Saints die in Water ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fingerprints, Footprints, And Blueprints

Contributed by Dr. Tracy W. Marx on Apr 4, 2007

God gives us three kinds of "prints" as attestation to his splendor, goodness, sovereignty, and grace.

HOOK: I’d like to share with you this morning some actual headlines from real newspapers. 1. Grandmother of eight makes hole in one. 2. Police begin campaign to run down jaywalkers 3. Two convicts evade noose, jury hung 4. Milk drinkers are turning to powder 5. Safety experts say children on ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Limits Of God's Patience Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Nov 1, 2006

We presume upon God’s patience and tolerance, but do not understand those characteristics of His love. They are central to knowing Him.

Opening Joke: Did you hear about the teacher who was helping one of her kindergarten students put his boots on? He asked for help and she could see why. With her pulling and him pushing, the boots still didn’t want to go on. When the second boot was finally on, she had worked up a sweat. She ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Simple Legacy Series

Contributed by Wes Humble on Nov 10, 2006

Leaving behind what Jesus left behind

Living the Simple Legacy Legacy: the word has almost become undesirable because we most often hear it used to describe something that politicians and especially get obsessed about. Most of us assume that there will never be a biography written about us so we don’t worry too much about our legacy. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: *other

Start At The Top Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 16, 2006

A study on the difference between power and authority and the importance of understanding it in our families

1. Title: Start At The Top 2. Text: Matthew 8:5-13; Matthew 9:2-8; Matthew 21:23-27; Mark 1:22; Luke 7:1-10; John 19:8-11; Rom 13:1-4; 2 Corinthians 10:8, 13:10 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, April 23, 2006, First in the series “Family Made For ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Men We Are In Battle

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 27, 2006

This is a sermon preached on Men’s Day Targeted For African American Men. You can see the video or download the audio version at our website www.glenvillenewlife.com. There is a video on our website that goes with the sermon. See date 11-26-06 on our vide

Men’ We’re In Battle Joshua 1:6-9 Ephesians 6:1-18 November 26, Men’s Day There is a reason that we live, and we act the way that we do as men. We do what we do because of what we believe about the world and about life. Have you ever believed a lie and acted upon it. I have. In college ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed