Sermons on Hagar:

Fulfilling God's Vison By Connecting With Our Community

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 16, 2007

In this passage in Luke Jesus makes it clear that His Vision for His followers and the church is to connect with the surrounding community.

Fulfilling God’s Vision by Connecting with Our Community Luke 9:1-6 In this passage in Luke Jesus makes it clear that His Vision for His followers and the church is to connect with the surrounding community. Jesus sent out his twelve apostles and gave them power and authority to cast out demons ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-6

Denomination: Free Methodist

How To Receive An Answer From God Series

Contributed by W F on Jun 25, 2006

How can I get an answer from God for my prayer?

INTRODUCTION I saw an article this week called, “A mothers unanswered prayer for self-improvement.” The article is about a woman named Jean Olsen who wanted to be a better mum. Jean took her 9 year old daughter Kirsten out for a mother-daughter lunch and while they were eating, she asked her ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: *other

"Lest We Forget"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jun 1, 2004

A Memorial Day Message. Joshua commanded that stones be set as a memorial at the crossing of the Jordan River. As "living stones", we also are a memorial to what Christ has done for us.

“Lest We Forget” Joshua 4:1-9, 19-24 INTRODUCTION: Tomorrow isn’t just a holiday … a day set aside for picnics, family fun … a day off from work. Tomorrow is Memorial Day. The holiday was officially recognized in 1868, as a day, May 30, to honor those who died in the Civil War. Later, it was ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Master's Plan For Your Life.

Contributed by Carl Kelleher on Jan 17, 2002

God has a Master Plan for our Lives. But if we don’t seek His Direction, we will be sure to wander all of our lives

Title: “The ‘Master’s Plan’ For Your Life” When we built the Education Wing a Few years ago debt free the Builder asked us a very important question. He said, “What is your Master Plan for the Church”? Where do you see the Church going in the next five ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Divine Interplay Of Prayer In God's Unfolding Plan 2 Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005

This is the second 1/2 of a two part sermon addressing the link between God’s sovereignty to act without us and his requirement that we pray so that he can act.

Returning to our study of Genesis tonight, we are in chapter 25 and the story of Esau and Jacob, the story begins with the prayer of Isaac that his wife might bear children and in this setting ends with a tragedy of faithlessness – and an interesting peek into God’s sovereignty working out in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moses - The Reluctant Hero Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 27, 2005

Most of the time we think of spiritual giants just itching to do God’s work. Moses was actually very reluctant to answer God’s call. This gives us ordinary folks hope. God takes us - whatever we have in our hand - and uses it for His glory.

What are you like when God calls you? Do you actively listen for His voice then jump at the chance to obey? Or are you just kind of going along, doing your job, minding your own business and when God calls you might reluctantly go along if He twists your arm enough? You might think that a ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How To Avoid Making A Mess Of Your Life Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Aug 15, 2002

A teaching message on Genesis 26:34-28:9.

Genesis Series #52 July 07, 2002 Title: How to Avoid Making a Mess of Your Life Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com <mailto:pastorsarver@yahoo.com> Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Welcome to New life in Christ. Today we continue with message #52 in our verse-by-verse study of the Book of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Allah Is Not Our God : The Differences Between Christianity And Islam

Contributed by John Hamby on Sep 25, 2002

The difference between Islam and Christianity.

Allah Is Not Our God The Differences between Christianity and Islam! In the last year we have learned a new vocabulary in America; words such as Islam, Mohammad, Allah, Jihad, Taliban, and al Quida. For most Americans before 9/11 these were distant irrelevant words, if not out ...read more

Scripture: John 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Passing The Baton

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002

A discipling challenge to parents

Passing the Baton Have you ever watched a relay race? As the lead sprinter on each team runs the first leg of the race, the next runner gets set. He anxiously times his teammate’s arrival, and begins running before the lead man overtakes him. Then, the crucial moment arrives, and the lead ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Faith Of Abraham And The Power Of God Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 5, 2012

Abraham trusted God late in his life, and believed that God would accomplish the impossible. For this reason, he is called the Father of the Faith for all who believe.

It is no coincidence today that we arrive in our study of Genesis at chapter 12 and the call of Abraham. We started our study in Genesis on January 9, 2011, exactly one year ago today. At that time, our Family Life Center was under construction, the steel being erected. We had no idea that one ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Come To The Well Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jan 28, 2013

The players (Abraham & Isaac) we learn about today were pioneers of this thing we call faith. It can be a difficult decision to discern whether God wants you to be a confronter like Abraham or peacemaker like Isaac (God can/does bless both approaches)

Come To The Well Part 1 of 2 Gen. 26.18-26 Chester FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A The players (Abraham & Isaac) we learn about today were pioneers of this thing we call faith. 1 In about 2091 B.C., God told Abraham to leave Haran & go to Canaan, promised ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:18-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Nation Of Israel

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 11, 2008

ISRAEL;GOD’S CHOSEN PEOPLE

THE NATION OF ISRAEL: GEN. 12:1-3 Today we will take a look at Israel and see from the word of God that their still the apple of Gods eye and that He will fulfill every promise He has made to His chosen people. There’s some folks that hold to the idea that God is finished with Israel ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Pleasure Of God

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

God’s pleasure is possibly the most important subject in the world ever!

The Pleasure of God 19th April 1997 • Main text- Ephesians 1:1-14 (New King James) 1. Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, to the saints who are in Ephesus, and faithful in Christ Jesus: 2. Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Crucial Steps In The Journey

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Jan 28, 2008

Using the life of Abraham, we see the need to put God first in all things, from which will flow an unfolding of revelation, and a response of worship.

CRUCIAL STEPS IN THE JOURNEY SEPARATION; REVELATION; WORSHIP In the life of ABRAHAM The life of Abraham is remarkable, in that it clearly reflects aspects of our own life with God. There were certain very positive decisions that he had to make that were to become landmarks in his journey of life ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

El Shaddai Pt 2 "The Almighty All-Sufficient God Who Protects And Provides" Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 11, 2011

We all have needs, those needs may be physical, financial, or emotional like joy or happiness, but every one of us has needs. How can our needs be met? We are studying what the name El Shaddai means because we need to know that we are protected and pro

Purpose: To magnify God's ability to do everything He promises. Aim: I want the listener to gain great confidence in God's ultimate plan to bless His own. INTRODUCTION: We all have needs, those needs may be physical, financial, or emotional like joy or happiness, but every one of us has needs. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible