Sermons on Hamilton College:

In The Presence Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 11, 2006

If we will seek after it with all of our hearts, we can experience the transforming presence of Christ.

In The Presence of the Lord Text: Gen. 35:1-15 Introduction 1. Read Gen. 35:1-15 2. Illustration: If I could ask the Lord for just one thing, One request from my heart, the favor would be To dwell in his house forever, in his house forever, I want to see his face all my days. In the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

The Way That Works Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Oct 17, 2006

4 of 5 messages on Colossians. This message speaks of religion, spirituality, secularism, and Godliness.

Life 101: The Way That Works Four Ways to Live Three ways crash and one way works Is there anything as irritating as when something that is supposed to work – doesn’t? Sit in your car and turn the key but all you hear is the starter growling incessantly. There is no comforting roar of spark plugs ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are We There Yet?

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jul 16, 2003

This Psalm emotionally starts out in a deep valley of despair. Then begins to ascend the mountain of faith. Finally arrives at the summit of blessing!

July 20, 2003 Sunday Evening Title: “Are We There Yet?” Text: Psalms 13:1-6 Introduction When we were on vacation, one of the questions that we frequently received from our children was "are we there yet?" Or "how much longer?" or "are we ever going to get there?" Did you ever notice ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

The Most Important Choice You Will Ever Make.

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jul 19, 2015

Choosing to say yes to God's Forgiveness, and in return, understanding how to truly Forgive others.

The Most Important Choice you will ever make in your life...? Pastor Glenn Newton ~ July 19th, 2015 Introduction: This morning, the message I want to share with you has been on my mind and in my heart for a while….it’s always a part of what we do when we come together and share Gods ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17, Matthew 6:14-15, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Nazarene

How To Be A Peacemaker

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jul 20, 2015

God is our peace in the middle of disaster, flood, loss of life, and every day. We can learn to live in peace with ourselves and others no matter what struggles and difficulties we face.

“How to Be a Peacemaker” “For he is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall of partition between us;” Ephesians 2:14 KJV Intro: This week has been bitter sweet with the flood disaster in Flat Gap, Kentucky just a few miles from Paintsville ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Heals An Evil Spirit In The Church

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Oct 5, 2014

It is naïve to think that an evil spirit can’t come into a church. Or invade your home, or think that you are immune to the devils attacks. This is the first example of Jesus' power to heal the spiritual afflictions that possessed the human soul.

Jesus Heals an Evil Spirit in the Church “In the synagogue there was a man possessed by a demon, an impure spirit.” Luke 4:31-37 Intro: The city of Capernaum was on the northwest shore of the Sea of Galilee. It was a fishing village and along the major route about 200 miles from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:31-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building A New You

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 3, 2014

We all need to work on building the new you! Let's start the year off right!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • It is that time of the year again, a time to make resolutions and to break them. It is day 5 of 2014, it has been a LONG arduous 5 days, how are you doing?  • Robyn wondered if the gym will be packed for a couple of weeks now.  • If ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Key Words In The Christian Life - Redemption Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Key Words in the Christian Life - Redemption (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: 1 Peter chapter 1 verse 18-21. Ill: • In the 1800’s there was a well known American Baptist preacher; • Called Dr. A. J. Gordon. • One day as he walked down a street in Boston; • He met a boy carrying an old rusty bird cage, • Inside the cage were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-21

Denomination: Brethren

There Is A Fantastic Finish In Your Future

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 27, 2020

As a Child of God, you are a work in progress, you will finish well! You will experience a fantastic finish, because God, our master builder will finish what He has started In you. You can be confident of it!

Subject: “There is a Fantastic Finish in Your Future” As a Child of God, you are a work in progress, you will finish well! You will experience a fantastic finish, because God, our master builder will finish what He has started In you. You can be confident of it! Text: Philippians 1:6 “Paul and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Conquest Of The World Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Jesus said that we would have tribulation in the world, but He also said to be of good cheer because He has overcome the world. His overcoming is already a fact that we can celebrate right now.

Long ago an Eastern King, who was plagued by many troubles and worries, called his wise men together and asked them to compose a brief motto that would help him to face times of distress. He required them to make it brief enough to be engraved on his ring, and yet so profound and true that it ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4

Work And Wages Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

Jesus not only dignified labor by His life but by His choice of disciples, for He picked them, not from idleness, but from the labor force. He called them from their jobs. He wanted men who were prepared to work.

It is probably a fictitious story, but a wife who had her husband cremated was asked if she wanted his ashes in an urn. She said, “No. I want them put in an hour glass to set on the mantel. That lazy rascal never did a day’s work in his life, but I’m going to keep him busy from now on.” George ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Author Of Liberty

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Feb 7, 2025

Why do you suppose it is that people find it so difficult to understand that real freedom only comes when we obey God?

It’s a risky thing to mix politics and religion. It’s too easy to confuse the two. And if I remember correctly, one of the major bones of contention during my predecessor’s tenure was over that very thing: whether or not it was proper to have the American flag in the sanctuary. Many people do ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:11-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Is Our King Right Now: Is Jesus King Of Your Life?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 20, 2023

Jesus won our hearts, through His love and goodness. He is the perfect king. The king who makes you smile because he always does what’s right. He conquers our hearts through love. And right now many of us here would literally die for him. That’s an amazing thing.

What does it mean for one to be a King? It is to be unchallenged leader of a nation, or group of nations. There have been many kings and presidents and prime ministers and dictators and leaders on planet Earth. Many have longed for that position, and done anything to get power over ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:32-38

Denomination: Salvation Army

Simple Growth - 2010

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 28, 2009

We need to win one in 2010 and then determine to disciple them here at Christian Hills Church.

Simple Growth - for 2010 Thesis for the New Year at CH: 1. We need to win one in 2010 and then determine to disciple them here at Christian Hills Church. 2. We also need to commit to reach out to 9 other people outside the church. These 9 are outside our church and the focus here is Kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Black Lives Do Matter!

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 22, 2020

We are all made in God's image and have equal value and deserve equal justice.Our God is concerned about justice for the oppressed. The body of Christ must weep and suffer with those who weep and suffer, and do what we can to relieve their suffering.

A. Kent Hughes tells a story about John Reed, a man who drove a school bus in Australia. 1. The bus carried both whites and aborigines and the boys on the bus were constantly fussing and fighting about their racial differences. 2. Finally, John had heard all the bickering he could stand between ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:15, 1 Corinthians 12:24-26, Genesis 1:26-27, Psalm 82:3-4, Proverbs 31:8-9, Micah 6:8, 1 John 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ