Sermons on Good Thief:

Steps Towards Good Stewardship Series

Contributed by Chad Garrison on Mar 30, 2009

God has called us to be constantly fanning the spiritual flames inside us, and it is up to us to train ourselves to make the Spiritual Disciplines part of our routine, or lifestyle.

Spiritual Disciplines Steps to Stewardship Eric Hulstrand writes in Leadership magazine: “While I was preaching one Sunday, an elderly woman, Mary, fainted and struck her head on the end of the pew. Immediately, an EMT in the congregation called an ambulance. As they strapped her to a stretcher ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-3

Denomination: Foursquare

Abundant Life And The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jul 6, 2005

A short sermon for our older folks’ service based around the Good Shepherd.

The good shepherd and abundant life. Psalm 23, Jn 10:1-11 Silver Service 7 July 2005 Jesus says that He has come that we might have life. Life in all its fullness. Abundant life. - and that¡¦s because he is the good shepherd - the one who leads His sheep to good pasture o I just love this picture ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

5 Good Characteristics Of A Christian

Contributed by Alfredo Torres on Jul 15, 2005

this is a characteristics development of a christian

TEXT: 1 Peter 5:1-4 THEME: Five (5) Good Characteristics of a Christian PROPOSITION: All Christians, especially us – members of the Assembly of God, must be S W E E T 1. S - hepherds – “Be shepherds of God’s flock. . .” v. 2 • Whenever we saw this letter S in a t-shirt, it always stands for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

5 Good Characteristics Of A Christian

Contributed by Alfredo Torres on Jul 15, 2005

this is a characteristics development of a christian

TEXT: 1 Peter 5:1-4 THEME: Five (5) Good Characteristics of a Christian PROPOSITION: All Christians, especially us – members of the Assembly of God, must be S W E E T 1. S - hepherds – “Be shepherds of God’s flock. . .” v. 2 • Whenever we saw this letter S in a t-shirt, it always stands for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Good Old-Fashioned Handshake

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005

Ecclesiastes 5 5 Better is it that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay. We live in a society today that requires a lot of paper work. It used to be that all it took was a good old-fashioned handshake and that was how yo

Ecclesiastes 5 5 Better is it that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay. We live in a society today that requires a lot of paper work. It used to be that all it took was a good old-fashioned handshake and that was how you sealed the deal. Mr. Mahan that lives next ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Judging - The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jul 18, 2005

First in two-part series on judging, this message based on Matthew 7:1-5.

Judging - The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. Matthew 7:1-5 July 10, 2005 Introduction Have you ever had someone say to you, "Stop being so judgmental"? I have, a number of times, and generally a not-so-pleasant conversation begins. Jesus commanded his followers to impact the world for him, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Wesleyan

Good News, Bad News Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Feb 3, 2009

In today’s world many are struggling financially. this series is to help us understand how to be rich in a way that honors God. (Adapted from a series by Craig Groeschel, lifechurch.tv)

Want to start new series- How to be Rich. Adapted from-series by Craig Groeschel-lifechurch.tv With the beginning of a new year and in light of the current financial difficulties (challenges), I thought it would be prudent- talk about money In particular, may seem strange- How to be Rich. We have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Charismatic

Are You A Good Example To Follow

Contributed by C Vincent on Feb 13, 2009

The priest who was buried a king

Bible has many examples of people who we can learn from The two men I want us to study are: 1. Jehoiada 2. Joash Jehoiada Jehovah-known; the father of Benaiah, who was one of David’s chief warriors (2Sa 8:18; 20:23). The high priest at the time of Athaliah’s usurpation of the throne of Judah. ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Doing Good To All Men

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Jan 11, 2008

Christians should not be selective in their kindness to others.

DOING GOOD TO ALL PEOPLE Galatians 6:1-10 November 11, 2007 ILLUSTRATION The story has often been told about the message the founder of the Salvation Army sent to their international convention. General William Booth was unable to attend personally because of ill health, so he cabled the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Good News For The Poor And Infirm

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jan 11, 2008

Jesus came to restore the whole man, both physically and spiritually as evidenced by his healing of the Leper.

Lk 4__14-22 and 5__12-13 Proclaim glad tidings to the poor Friday after Epiphany First Reading 1 Jn 4:19–5:4 Beloved, we love God because he first loved us. If anyone says, “I love God,” but hates his brother, he is a liar; for whoever does not love a brother whom he has seen cannot ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

It's Good Lord, To Be Here

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 6, 2005

A sermon on what a privilege it is for us as Gentiles to be called Christians and included in God’s plan of salvation.

January 9, 2005 Ephesians 3:2-12 2 Surely you have heard about the administration of God’s grace that was given to me for you, 3 that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly. 4 In reading this, then, you will be able to understand my insight into the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:2-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Learning From The Good And The Bad Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 18, 2007

We can learn from the good kings and the bad kings but we most make sure the the King of Kings is on the throne of our lives.

Learning from the Good and the Bad 1-2 Kings; 1-2 Chronicles www.pontiacbible.org Rev. Brian Bill 3/18/07 A young businessman had just started his own firm and so he rented a beautiful office and furnished it with valuable antiques. As he was sitting behind his magnificent mahogany desk, he saw ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Is It I? - A Good Friday Meditation Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 20, 2007

This is a meditation for a Good Friday Service. It is a short meditative reading for reflection.

Is It I? – A Good Friday Meditation "When evening had come, He sat down with the twelve. Now as they were eating, He said, "Assuredly, I say to you, one of you will betray Me." And they were exceedingly sorrowful, and each of them began to say to Him, "Lord, is it I?" Matthew 26:20-22 (NKJV) It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:20-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Fear - Bad Fear

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 24, 2007

There is a fear of God that is healthy and blesses our lives. There is also a fear toward God that drives us away from him. Which do you have?

This week we finished Deuteronomy and began Joshua. Here is the transition of leadership from Moses to Joshua and leaving the wilderness to entering the promised land of Canaan. Moses’ life ends on Mount Nebo and God himself buries Moses somewhere in Moab on the wilderness side of the Jordan. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fighting The Good Fight Of Faith

Contributed by W. Alderman on Mar 14, 2006

Simple truth involving how the believer is to outfit himself with the armor of God when resisted the devil.

FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHT OF FAITH Whether we like to admit it or not, Christians are at war. We are constantly having to deal with the devil. The conflict can at times be overwhelming, yet God gives us the resouces that we need to fight the good fight of faith. May this simple study be a great help ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-24

Denomination: Baptist