Sermons on Graduating Seniors:

God's Treasure Chest

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

Out of all His creation, what could God possibly value enough to place with his treasures?

God’s Treasure Chest (Adapted from an article by Larry Libby, “Discipleship Journal” Issue 139) SCRIPTURE READING: Malachi 3:16-17 INTRODUCTION: While growing up, I kept a cigar box hidden away in the bottom of a drawer. That cigar box was filled with my TREASURES. These were important ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church On "High Alert"

Contributed by Gary Cox on Sep 24, 2001

The Church’s response to the Trade Center Tragedy

The bloodiest day in United States History was September 17, 1862 when 4700 Union and Confederate soldiers died in the Civil War battle of Antietam. That was until September 11, 13 days ago when over 5000 ( and the number still rising) were killed in a well planned terrorist attack. By comparison, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keep On Dancing

Contributed by Ian Biss on Oct 1, 2001

Christians should follow David’s example when dealing with their critics.

Keep on Dancing by Ian Biss 7/2/01 Intro... Harrison’s Postulate states, "For every action, there is an equal and opposite criticism." * Rotarian, Aug. 1994, p. 56 Some folks are very involved in the lives of others, in fact: Have you heard the story of a woman who was so entwined in other ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:16-22

Denomination: Grace Brethren

God Is Love

Contributed by Tony Grant on Nov 28, 2005

Love is about relationships, and to really understand love, we need to think about the greatest possible relationship for a human being, a relationship with God.

God is Love 1 John 4:7-12 02/20/05 2267 words 7 Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God; everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. 8 Whoever does not love does not know God, for God is love. 9 God’s love was revealed among us in this way: God sent his only Son into the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Baptism In Matthew Series

Contributed by Nathan Eyland on Mar 10, 2005

Why do churches practise Baptism? From where does it come?

Eighteen months after Leni and I were married we went on a bit of a world tour. We visited places that were important in our development as people. Leni took me to Greece, to see the places where we parents came from. I took Leni to South Africa, where my mother was from and the place where I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Mother Who Dared To Dream Again

Contributed by Ray Ellis on May 16, 2003

This sermon is taken from the life of Hannah and is designed to give encouragement and guidance to Mothers on Mother’s Day.

“A Mother Who Dared to Dream Again” -Hannah- I Samuel 1:1-28 Mother’s Day has a very special place in the hearts of the majority of people in America. Hallmark estimates that 150 million Mother’s Day cards will be sent this year (but only 95 million Father’s Day cards), making Mother’s Day the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: Free Methodist

Jesus In Jeans Part 2 Of 3 Series

Contributed by John Braland on Aug 21, 2007

What kind of a disciple are you? Are you a Christian in name only? Are you a wishy washy disciple? Or are you a revolutionary talmid, one of his fully devoted followers who live like Jesus and teach like Jesus and touch other people with God’s love jus

The tragedy at Virginia Tech has touched lives from coast to coast. The senseless acts of a rogue individual has damaged hundreds and thousands of peoples lives forever. The sad thing is that is exactly what he set out to do. Now we are in recovery mode and the first question people are asking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Broken Speech

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 11, 2011

God doesn't simply forbid swearing falsely, he forbids speaking falsely, which grows out of living falsely.

I’ve been racking my brains all week to find a lead-in to this week’s commandment without referring to politics. But I keep coming back to it like a moth to a candle. At least we’re no longer right in the middle of actual accusations of perjury... but the question of truth vs. ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Made To Make A Difference (Acts 4) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012

This expository sermon series is adapted from Max Lucado's book, Out Live Your Life, and credit for most the series belong to him. Outlines are original. In Acts 4, we see the church was Fearless with Persecution, Faithful with Prayer, and Free with Posse

Made to Make a Difference: Acts 4 Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/10/2011 This series is inspired by and portions adapted from Max Lucado’s Out Live Your Life. The early church didn’t have any of the advantages that some ministries boast and depend on today. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-34

Denomination: Christian Church

When One Is Better Than A Crowd

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Mar 15, 2012

The church is one body and not many and yet unity is often hindered by such "diseases" as pride, self-sufficiency, ignorance and laziness. To "heal" we need first to die to ourselves and surrender to Christ who will change us.

This week I heard devastating news from a friend of mine who will soon be ordained as a pastor. His son was just diagnosed with cancer. This is a young man, 18 years old, graduating from high school in just a few months and having to now face stage three cancer. It’s heart wrenching – ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Listen And Look Back

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Aug 21, 2011

Sermon on trusting God, especially in difficult situations.

The Tenth Sunday after Pentecost August 21, 2011 Proper 16 A St. Andrew’s Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Isaiah 51:1-6 Listen and Look Back That great American philosopher Woody Allen once said, More than at any other time in history, mankind faces a crossroads. One path ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 51:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Resurrection: Power For A Life A Significance

Contributed by Tim Smith on Apr 9, 2009

But then the power of the resurrection touched them. And the disciples went from a lack of trust to becoming trusting of God for all things. They went from trying to save their life to giving it away. They went from having little faith to believing all th

It had started so benignly and yet it was the watershed event of their lives. When they woke up that day, it was like any other….but that would soon change. They were going about their every day activities. Some were fishing, some were repairing their nets, and one was sitting at his desk ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Boasting Tongue

Contributed by Lance Hostetter on Feb 24, 2013

This sermon deals with the sin of bragging and boasting.

Series: Taming the Tongue Sermon: The Boasting Tongue Introduction: James uses a word to describe bragging and boasting come natural early on in our lives. ----My daddy can do this or that. ---- We beat you guys! We’re going to win! We are told to not boast or brag to be good ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17, James 4:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Labor Of Love

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 5, 2012

A labor day sermon about our calling in the world.

September 2, 2012 Colossians 3:23-24 Labor of Love Well, summer’s pretty much over. In a few more weeks the leaves will begin to change color and fall to the ground. Temperatures will turn cold and we’ll see that weird white stuff on the ground. Labor day weekend signifies a shift ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Now Is The Hour

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Nov 3, 2009

I’m hoping all of us will enjoy a happy New Year and I believe we will find ourselves off to a good start remembering these words of Paul: Ephesians 5:15-17

Now Is The Hour 01/01/06 AM Reading: Ephesians 5:15-17 Introduction Happy New Year! This morning we stand in the threshold of a brand new year. At this time of year it is not uncommon for people to reflect on the year just past. I’m sure you’ve noticed the many magazines and newspapers with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ