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The Unrighteous Steward

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Aug 1, 2009

Today Jesus is going to challenge us on our understanding of material wealth through the decisions of a unrighteous steward who was: 1. SQUANDERING HIS MASTERS POSSESSIONS (v.1) 2. SCARED OF HIS MASTERS PRONOUNCEMENT (v.2-3) 3. SHREWD IN LIGHT OF HIS

“THE UNRIGHTEOUS STEWARD” Luke 16:1-9 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Illustration: Have you ever watched the tv show where people bring in antique items and they are appraised. After evaluating an item an expert will say something like – “This is a fine piece, worth $5,000.00 but if you get the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-9

Denomination: Orthodox

A Grasshopper Complex

Contributed by Arthur And Marie Mason on Aug 6, 2009

In Modern America who would want to have a ‘grasshopper complex?’ Satirized by our childhood and criticized by others, would-be giants often shrink further at the thought of overcoming. But if we, “…rebel not against the Lord, neither fear ye the people o

Moving Beyond A Grasshopper Complex “And there we saw the giants, the sons of Anak, which come of The giants: and we were in our own sight as grasshoppers, And so we were in their sight” (Numbers 13:33). Introduction: In Modern America who would want to have a ‘grasshopper complex?’ Satirized ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus And The Angels Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 17, 2011

A sermon on Hebrews 1:4-14 (4 points come from David Guzik on his commentary at http://www.blueletterbible.org/commentaries/comm_view.cfm?AuthorID=2&contentID=8069&commInfo=31&topic=Hebrews&ar=Hbr_1_1)

HoHum: Angels have been a topic of discussion in our world for several years. “Highway to Heaven” and “Touched By An Angel” are two TV shows that peaked a lot of interest in angels. Even some movies have angels in the plots. Angels are not the chain-smoking, hard ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:4-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fair Weather Christians Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Mar 25, 2009

Like fair weather friends, fair weather Christians only serve God when the going is easy.

Fair Weather Christians Job 2 (Series: Serving God in Difficult Times) Has anyone heard the phrase “Fair Weather Friend”? Can you tell me what it means? OK lets apply it to Christians walk with the Lord. What do you think a fair weather Christian would be? Lets examine the second chapter in ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Thinking Outside The Crib Series

Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Dec 29, 2008

Fourth in a series of sermons developed around and following the Magnificat (Luke 1)

Thinking Outside the Crib Luke 2:4-7 INTRODUCTION: What was God thinking? Why did God choose the time and place He did for the birth of his son, the savior of the world? To quote Victor Hugo in Les Miserables, “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” What he said about eighteenth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Who Loves You More Than Mom?

Contributed by Mark Haines on May 8, 2009

We tend to think no one can love us as much as our mothers can. However, our mothers’ love is limited and one day they will die. Only God can love us more than our mothers can and he will never forget us or die.

Introduction: This is a classic Mother’s Day Calvin & Hobbes comic strip. Calvin is standing by his mother’s bed. "Hey, Mom! Wake up. I made you a Mother’s Day card." "My, how sweet of you." she says. "I did it all by myself. Go ahead & read it." She begins to read, "I was going to buy a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:15-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Rusty Witness Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 9, 2005

This sermon will challenge you to a more effective expression of witness. It is my desire to hold up the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, the people will

A RUSTY WITNESS (James 5:1-6 NASB) [1] Come now, you rich, weep and howl for your miseries which are coming upon you. {2} Your riches have rotted and your garments have become moth-eaten. {3} Your gold and your silver have rusted; and their rust will be a witness against you and will ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: *other

Christian Basics P1 Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 25, 2005

We need to know what the basis of our walk in Jesus Christ is. Let’s examine over the next few weeks what our basics should be.

Christian Basics 1 The basic law (v.8). Love forbids adultery (v.9). Love forbids killing (v.9). In Discipleship Journal, Carole Mayhall tells of a woman who went to a diet center to lose weight. The director took her to a full-length mirror. On it he outlined a figure and told her, "This is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Benefits Of Fearing The Lord Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Jul 5, 2005

Those who fear the Lord are blessed with God’s protection. Those who hear this message will be motivated to live in the fear of the Lord because of the many promises God makes to those who will do so.

The Benefits of Fearing the Lord (Part 2) July 2/3, 2005 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: Those who fear the Lord are blessed with God’s protection. AIM: Those who hear this message will be motivated to live in the fear of the Lord because of the many promises God makes to those who will do so. INTRO: Two ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Committed To Tenant Work

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 7, 2005

The reason is that we, the church, are those to whom the vineyard was given and we need to be committed to tenant work. We are now those to whom the vineyard is rented and God expects returns!

COMMITTED TO TENANT WORK LUKE 20:9-19 READ LUKE 20:9-19 I. THE SITUATION The situation that Jesus describes in the opening lines of his parable is probably not a situation that the people He is teaching are unfamiliar with. There have always been men who build and then move on. Owners of farms ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:9-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Out Of The Boat

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

This sermon challenges us to risk for God.

A story is told of Two hunters who came across a bear so big that they dropped their rifles and ran for cover. One man climbed a tree while the other hid in a nearby cave. The bear was in no hurry to eat, so he sat down between the tree and the cave to reflect upon his good fortune. Suddenly, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22

Denomination: Baptist

Truth And Consequences

Contributed by Zera Young on Feb 16, 2006

Just as the prophet Samuel thought Eliab was the True one, it turns out to be one you would least expect. This sermon will help you see the real you as God sees you. He looks on the heart.

Truth And Consequences: 1st Samuel 16: 6-12 Intro: Now we begin here with Samuel who was the earliest of the Hebrew prophets after Moses, and the last of the Judges. And we have Saul, the first King of Israel, and Eliab, Jesse’s oldest son, David’s older brother. Now Samuel was a devout man ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:6-12

The Power Of The Nail Series

Contributed by Mark Scott on Apr 18, 2006

A Palm Sunday Message that ended with Communion

THE POWER OF THE NAIL Colossians 2:13-14 (A 6” nail was handed to every person as they entered the worship center that morning) This morning as you entered, you were presented with a gift – a nail. Go ahead and look at it while I am speaking. Feel it, grip it, weigh it, push its point against ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-14

Denomination: *other

Getting Back To The Basics

Contributed by Don Jaques on Apr 27, 2006

Every member of CTK Church needs to worship daily, minister in a small group, and reach out to others with the love, acceptance, and forgiveness of Jesus.

OBJECTIVES: 1. Listeners will be inspired to center their lives on the 3 priorities of CTK church. 2. Listeners will evaluate their commitment to the priorities of CTK church. INTRO: Just Tuesday night I received a call from a telemarketer asking if I wanted to give a donation to an ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Freedom Of God's Forgiveness

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 25, 2005

Our worth and value comes not in what we do or what others think of us, but by who we are in Christ Jesus.

THE STORY IS TOLD ABOUT A WELL-KNOWN SPEAKER WHO STARTED OFF HIS SEMINAR BY HOLDING UP A $20.00 BILL. IN THE ROOM OF 200, HE ASKED, "WHO WOULD LIKE THIS $20 BILL?" HANDS STARTED GOING UP. HE SAID, "I AM GOING TO GIVE THIS $20 TO ONE OF YOU BUT FIRST, LET ME DO THIS. HE PROCEEDED TO CRUMPLE UP THE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-8

Denomination: Free Methodist