Sermons on Golden Mean:

The Cast Of Christmas

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 23, 2015

William Shakespeare penned these words in his play, As You Like It, “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players: They have their exits and their entrances…”

The Cast of Christmas William Shakespeare penned these words in his play, As You Like It, “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players: They have their exits and their entrances…” Most of us have seen a wide variety of Christmas plays and ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One

Contributed by Wayne Du Toit on Dec 4, 2015

Teach the power of one life, using the life of moses as the example. Build an awareness that each of us has value and that we may need to actually do something to recognise our own value or to help others see their value.

Listen to sermon : http://www.wayneamydutoit.com/Wayne/one/ {Desire: Motivating Factors what is going to help people make a change, motivation/consequence} Look at the story from the characters perspectives, No matter where you are you are in life you have a past, you have a history that helps ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10, Exodus 4:2-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Its Not Just Another Charlie Brown Christmas (Message)

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 24, 2015

BIG IDEA: Charles Shultz shared the message of Christmas through Linus to Charlie Brown. The many Charlie Browns of the world need to hear from the Linuses of CHRIST. Linus as he carries that blue blanket, that 'COMFORTER'.CHRISTIANS must share Christ now

2015.12.24.CHRISTMAS EVE SERMON William Akehurst, HSWC Luke 2:8-14 MESSAGE: “It’s not just another Charlie Brown Christmas” Christmas TV shows. Miracle on ____ street. It’s a _____ Life. What do these have to do with Christ? How many have seen the Charlie Brown ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thinking People Want To Know Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017

Sermon examines 3 mysteries in life that are significant for all humans, and are springboards for evangelism. This message came in answer to the question: How do you evangelize someone who does not believe the Bible.

Ecclesiastes 1:1-14 12/18/16 Intro Last week we used a simple, little tool called The 4 Spiritual Laws to talk about evangelism. In that booklet were scriptures that we can share with non-Christians to help them understand the way of salvation. At the end of that message, Diana asked an astute ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-14, Hebrews 2:14-15, Ecclesiastes 2:1-26, 1 Corinthians 15:32, Ecclesiastes 4:1-3, Ecclesiastes 12:1-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Hey, Watch Your Mouth Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 21, 2016

A study of the book of Job 5: 1 – 27

Job 5: 1 – 27 Hey, Watch Your Mouth 1“Call out now; is there anyone who will answer you? And to which of the holy ones will you turn? 2For wrath kills a foolish man, and envy slays a simple one. 3I have seen the foolish taking root, but suddenly I cursed his dwelling place. 4His sons ...read more

Scripture: Job 5:1-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Contract Or Covenant? Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 20, 2015

Focus on the best and most biblical view of marriage and then give 5 implications for marriage (Material adapted from Andreas Kostenberger's book, God Marriage and Family; chapter 4 The Nature of Marriage: Sacrament, Contract or Covenant? pgs. 81- 91)

HoHum: A young minister was preparing for his first wedding ceremony that he had ever performed. The young minister was a nervous wreck and asked an older minister what to do if he messed up. The older minister said that if you forget what to say you can always quote scripture to fill in. So, as ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cross Purposes 3: Redemption Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Dec 13, 2019

Redemption is like purchasing a slave to free them. Jesus 1) made a personal investment, and 2) paid a price. We are free as we 1) recognize our worth, and 2) chooses to be slaves of God.

CROSS PURPOSES 5: REDEMPTION For the past 4 weeks, we have been asking, “Why did Jesus Christ, the Son of God, die on the cross for us?” We keep asking the same question, because the cross impacts our lives in so many ways, that we can’t exhaust them all: The cross shows the love of God. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, Philippians 2:6-8, Leviticus 25:47-49, Mark 10:45, 1 Peter 1:18-19, Exodus 6:6-7, 1 Peter 2:16, Romans 6:16-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Door Of The Sheep Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 15, 2018

Jesus declared He is the door of the sheep, the only means of entrance into the sheepfold. Through Him there is access to the fold, along with peace and security the Shepherd provides.

The Door of the Sheep John 10: 7-10 In the opening verses of this chapter, Jesus discussed the benefits associated with being in the sheepfold. While inside the fold, the sheep enjoyed rest, peace, and security. The shepherd watched over and cared for the sheep within the fold. He was familiar ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Hospital Visitation Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 24, 2019

From David Powlison’s article, “A Most Welcome Visitor” The basic elements that played a part in visiting with her shed light on the basic elements in all biblically-wise counseling

HoHum: Things one should never do when visiting someone in the hospital: Go when we’re sick Compare medical horror stories Speak aggressively to hospital staff Eat from the patient’s food tray Disrespect the patient’s roommate WBTU: From David Powlison’s article, “A Most Welcome Visitor” A ...read more

Scripture: James 5:14, Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Resolutions In Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 8, 2019

In what way the 31st December and the Jan 1 have difference in your life? How do you differentiate in your life? Unless you decide something nothing is so special. Everything is routine. But you can make a difference in a minute.

Resolution in New Year Psalm 90:12 In what way the 31st December and the Jan 1 have difference in your life? How do you differentiate in your life? Unless you decide something, nothing is so special. Everything is routine. But you can make a difference in a minute. What decisions you have taken ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Methodist

Have A Blessed Life Sermon Vi: Blessed By The Permanence And Relevance Of God's Word Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 23, 2020

In American we are blessed in ways that the world at large can only dream about and hope for. We Christians in America as well as the world at large cling to our Bibles because God's Word endures, assures, matures, secures!

BLESSED BY THE PERMANENCE AND THE RELEVANCE OF GOD’S WORD A billboard on the Airline Highway in New Orleans boldly announced a local church’s slogan: “God said it. I believe it. That settles it.” One day a seminary professor mentioned the billboard ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-96

As In The Time Of Jeremiah

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 3, 2018

"In the latter half of the sixteenth century, we can see that there was real reform. And out of that Catholic Reformation came the greatest burst of missionary activity since the Benedictine and Franciscan explosions"

Thursday of 3rd Week in Lent 2018 Reformation/Revolution When we study or preach on the Scriptures, we always have to keep in mind that there are really two meaning to just about all of it. The first is the meaning that the human writer, inspired by God, had in mind for his time. The second is the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 7:23-28, Luke 11:14-23

Denomination: Catholic

What Matters Most Sermon Iii: Wisdom From God Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 5, 2020

True meaning in life is found by true Christians in seeking to know and do God's Will wisely not foolishly.

WISDOM FROM HUMAN SOURCES MATTERS FOR NAUGHT RELATIVE TO WISDOM FROM GOD Solomon presented himself as Exhibit A – the “devil’s advocate” - to help those searching for meaning in life to contrast the emptiness of life apart from God versus the fulfillment of life lived with and ...read more

Sanctity Of Life Sunday

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 30, 2020

This relevant and timely message upholds the sanctity of life in a loving and afirming way by highlighting God's aquintance with us, assembly of us, and appointment of us!

Sanctity of LIFE Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 1/17/16 • Video: Abortion – Survivor Testimony I really thought I was done with diapers. Our first born was potty trained by the time he was two. Our middle child was a little more stubborn, so she didn’t potty train until she ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6, Psalm 127:3, Jeremiah 1:4-5

Denomination: Christian Church

The Resurrection: It's Still Alive

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Apr 17, 2022

Just as Jesus was resurrected so are we, not only at our baptism but also every time we gain forgiveness. The world needs to know that the the power that raised Christ is also available to us.

The Resurrection: It’s Still Alive By: Joe M. Cherry I. Introduction A. The Back Story 1. True story that happened in 1996 a. On Good Friday, a young man was killed in a tragic accident. b. His memorial service was held on Easter Sunday. c. It was evident that his father was a religious person ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10, Romans 4:25, Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ