Sermons on Greetings:

Self Examination Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 16, 2004

If only we’d recognize when we have strayed, get godly counsel, then seek for the unity of the body of Christ – that’s when we will see God’s love and peace flourish in our lives and in the church.

For more Bible studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Self Examination 2 Corinthians 13:1-14 Pastor Tom Fuller There comes a time in every child’s life when patience on the parent’s part ends, and accountability on the child’s part begins. As we begin this morning I want to share a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:1-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Creating A Masterpiece: Part Two Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 13, 2005

Jesus paints a masterpiece portraying the dull tones of death.

Creating a Masterpiece: The Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man, Part 2 Luke 16:19-31 An Picture Painting of Death (v. 22-23a) We re-visit the story of Lazarus and the rich man once again this week. Last week we saw Jesus paint a vivid portrait of two men who led very contrasting lives. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Methodist

Committed To Christian Friendship

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 17, 2005

In a world crying out for friendship, 3 John helps us to define the kinds of friendships that define Christian community.

Committed to Christian Friendship 3 John Everybody wants it. But few know how to find it. Some would give their life for a taste. Most are left desperate. Searching in loneliness for a friend. In the July 21, 1980 issue of Time Magazine there was an essay entitled “Friends, And Countrymen”. The ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making The Gospel Attractive To The World Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 13, 2005

Christians are more and more known for what we are against than what we are for. This confuses people about what the gospel is really about. Paul gives some very practical advice on how to be practically spiritual in an unsaved world.

How can we sum up Titus? It’s as simple as 1-2-3. 1. Find a good Biblical model and follow it (chapter 1) - Personal Faith 2. Allow yourself to be inconvenienced in order for the gospel to be attractive (ch 2) - Interpersonal Example 3. Seek to cooperate and assist others around you by being a ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Church Is Not By Accident

Contributed by Larry La Douceur on May 30, 2006

When the body of Christ is functioning according to the will and purposes of God we show the world the perfect plan God intended for you and me. We also set the example for those who come behind us.

The Church is NOT by Accident Suggested reading; Early Christians Speak, Dr. Everett Ferguson, Abilene Christian University Press Thirteen Lessons on Church History, Morris Womack, College Press Publishing Company Introduction In Genesis Chapter 2 we read, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Great Family - [godly Heritage] Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 15, 2005

A Godly Heritage is so important. And a great family is a SAVED family, a SERVING family, and a SANCTIFIED family. Link included to formatted text version, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

A Great Family Acts 18:1-3, 18-19, 24-26 It takes more than great programs to build a great church…we have a great program going on here, but it’s not enough. It takes more than hard workers and sacrificial servants to build a great church…we have that and last week it saved the church over $20k ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Peace With God

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Feb 11, 2006

When we understand salvation by grace through faith, we can have true peace

Have you ever heard the way Jewish people greet one another? They say "Shalom." "Shalom." It means "peace." When you look at the writings of the New Testament, you’ll see that this greeting is often used. Paul often says "grace and peace unto you" as he begins and/or ends his letters. When Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mary, Mother Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on May 7, 2005

This sermon examinees the qualities that God saw in Mary, the same qualities we should see in mothers today.

MOTHER’S DAY 2005 “MARY, MOTHER OF JESUS” Rev. Bruce A. Shields – First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org We would like to welcome you to the First Baptist Church of Tawas City, we are very glad you are here today. If you are visiting, please fill out a Visitor Card ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 1:27-38

Denomination: Bible Church

Qualities I Like In Men And Fathers Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 11, 2005

Today I will sight several qualities I personally like to see in fathers. I desire to be a good father, it is a priority for my life. The text will guide any father to do better.

Qualities I Like In Men and Fathers Rom 5:1-4 C:\MyData\JAM-OLD But Good\Fathers-99.SER.wpd 1 Therefore having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 through whom also we have obtained our introduction by faith into this grace in which we stand; and we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-4

Denomination: *other

God's Extreme Makeover - Eligibility Requirements Series

Contributed by Steve Lotze on Sep 27, 2008

God wants to give us an Extreme Makeover: becoming new on the inside. While we are all eligible, the book of James gives us four requirements we need to know about going into our makeover.

God’s EXtreme MAKEOVER: "Eligibility Requirements" James 1:1-12 His Place Sept 21, 2008 NOTE: I was the guest speaker this morning and this was my daughter’s first Sunday back from her YWAM adventure - she gave the morning greeting and testimony of how god was working n her life. It dovetailed ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One True Gospel Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 30, 2009

There is only one saving gospel, the gospel of grace by faith in Jesus Christ alone. This is the only gospel that is of divine origin. It is a gospel of the grace of Christ offered as a free gift. Man can not gain God’s salvation

GALATIONS 1:6-10 Gospel Perversion/ ONE TRUE GOSPEL There is only one saving gospel, the gospel of grace by faith in Jesus Christ alone. This is the only gospel that is of divine origin. It is a gospel of the grace of Christ offered as a free gift. There is nothing any man could ever do to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

After Easter - Getting With God's Program Of Serving Others

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 17, 2009

If Jesus came to serve others, this should settle the matter for us.

Matthew 20:28 "The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." Galatians 5:13 "You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature; rather, serve one another in love." 1 Peter 4:10 "Each one should ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ezekiel 37 (The Valley Of The Dry Bones)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 21, 2007

Can God bring life to those old dry bones? You betcha He can! ...

"The hand of the LORD came upon me, and he brought me out by the spirit of the LORD and set me down in the middle of a valley; it was full of bones. 2He led me all around them; there were very many lying in the valley, and they were very dry." A few years ago now an American university newspaper ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Meditations On The Birth Of Christ

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Dec 2, 2007

1. NAMES OF CHRIST 2. NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH GOD 3. SPIRITUAL STATURE OF MARY 4. DELIVERANCE FROM OUR ENEMIES 5. THE FAVOUR OF GOD 6. FULFILLING OUR PURPOSE ON EARTH 7. LIVING LIKE CHRIST

MEDITATIONS ON THE BIRTH OF CHRIST ******************************************* OUTLINE 1. NAMES OF CHRIST 2. NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH GOD 3. SPIRITUAL STATURE OF MARY 4. DELIVERANCE FROM OUR ENEMIES 5. THE FAVOUR OF GOD 6. FULFILLING OUR PURPOSE ON EARTH 7. LIVING LIKE CHRIST THE ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Wonderful Birth Of Promise Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 29, 2007

Join me in taking a closer look at the heavenly message declared to an unsuspecting teenage girl. It is a message about “the wonderful birth of PROMISE” that we can all learn and be encouraged by!

Heavenly Messages of Christmas #3: “The Wonderful Birth of PROMISE” INTRODUCTION: For the past two weeks, Pastor Ellison has started us in a wonderful series of messages reflecting on the heavenly messages proclaimed in the days surrounding the very first Christmas. We have reflected ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist