Sermons on Hometown:

Bringing Heaven Down Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

The Lord’s Prayer is the richest single source in the entire Bible of information on how to pray. The Lord’s Prayer is but 38 words in its original form in Luke’s gospel. These 38 words change the very way we understand God, ourselves, and the world.

This is the second week for us to look at the Lord’s Prayer. And it’s the richest single source in the entire Bible of information on how to pray. Not the only place where prayer is taught but it the richest place to go for teaching on prayer. The Lord’s Prayer is but 38 words in its original form ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13, Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Fullness In Jesus Christ

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 6, 2021

I’m very passionate about theology, doctrine, and the truth of God’s word. I’m passionate about personal holiness. I’m also passionate about Christian apologetics, as a way to evangelize the lost.

I’m going to share my testimony, briefly of how I got saved and how I got called to ministry. I was raised as a catholic and as a green bay packer fan. I took to the second much more than the first. I was a very good kid until about 10th grade. My parents started having problems, and they began a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-8, Colossians 2:13-15

Denomination: Salvation Army

Purpose In Life

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jun 19, 2018

An overview of Ecclesiastes

Ecclesiastes: Purpose in Life 7/10/2005 “I will worship you until the very end” - we sing those words, but sometimes we forget why we sing them. We have been reminded today of what Jesus did for us on the cross, taking our very sin upon himself, and it causes us to be grateful. But even when we ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Outsiders Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 15, 2018

Jesus is not like a magician who uses smoke and mirrors or sleight of hand. He is the living God who creates out of nothing through the sheer power of His will. He is not a steroid induced athlete that is able to do things to open the eyes and amaze every

August 25, 2005 The Outsiders Matthew 8:1-8:17 Magicians and power-lifters sure are fun to watch. They can do some pretty cool stuff, like cutting people in two and ripping apart phone books. Neither of which can do much for you in the world, but they are still cool things to see. We watch ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Have Mercy On Whom I Have Mercy

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 20, 2017

Have you ever wondered why God allows some things to happen. God gives us so much, and yet people chose to reject him as Lord and Savior.

I WILL HAVE MERCY ON WHOM I WILL HAVE MERCY ROMANS 9:1-17 HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHY GOD ALLOWS SOME THINGS TO HAPPEN? WHY IS IT THAT HE ALLOWS A MILITANT GROUP LIKE ISIS TO THRIVE IN OUR WORLD? WHY IS IT THAT HE CHOSE TO ALLOW US TO LIVE IN SUCH A RELATIVELY SAFE PLACE, AND PUT OTHERS IN THE ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of Life

Contributed by David Nolte on Oct 3, 2017

Compares a song to the Chriatian life

From ancient times, God’s people have been a singing people. There are 150 hymns in the Bible – we call them Psalms. The Israelites sang them in times of anxiety and lamentation, in times of joy and celebration, in times of victory and praise. The Psalmist urges us, “Sing a new song to the LORD, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Only Six Miles Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Dec 9, 2013

It was only six miles from Jerusalem to Bethlehem.

Only Six Miles Christmas series 2013 #1 Matthew 2:1-6 1st Dec 2013 Shell Point Baptist Church ALL SERMONS IN CONDENSED FORM How long would it take to walk six miles? • If you/good shape/walk/couple of hours. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Anointed One Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jan 21, 2014

Jesus ushers in a new kingdom and, with it, a new purpose for His followers’ lives. A special sermon contribution from the SON OF GOD sermon packet for pastors, inspired by the SON OF GOD movie from Mark Burnett and distributed by 20th Century Fox.

We live in an age of rapid change. Our lives, our surroundings, our routines are constantly changing— sometimes so fast that we don’t even notice it; we can’t keep track; we can’t keep up. In the process, things that once were necessities to us become quaint, obsolete, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amazing Jesus Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 15, 2014

The scribes and the skeptics were amazed at his teaching. The hungry and hurting were amazed by his miracles. An adulterer and her accusers were amazed by his love. And two millennia later, Jesus is no less amazing. But what amazes Jesus?

Amazing Jesus (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 1/19/2014 The Bible tells us, “On the day when the Lord Jesus comes, all the people who have believed will be amazed at Jesus” (2 Thessalonians 1:10). Amazed at Jesus. Not amazed at angels or mansions or new ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Jesus Is Greater Than Your Past Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Nov 6, 2014

Don’t live below your privileges in Jesus. One of the biggest challenges for new Christians is realizing what Jesus has done and what He’s still doing in your heart.

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Scripture: Colossians 2:9-15

Denomination: Holiness

Making Disciples Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 12, 2014

The way we make disciples is by showing them how to look like Jesus.

Making Disciples Text: John 1:35-42 Introduction 1. Illustration: A story is told – by Fredrick Beuchner I believe – called "The Happy Hypocrite." It is a story about a man who was born with an awful facial deformity. He grew up alone and lonely. When reaching adulthood, he decided to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Methodist

We Want Our Eyes To Be Open

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 20, 2014

When your eyes are hurting it seems like your whole body hurts.You don’t know how much you need, use a body part until you’re unable to use it. In the ancient world, blindness was a very common malady.

“We Want Our Eyes to Be Open” Matthew 20.29-34 February 16, 2014 Chester FBC Chester, IL * Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A This week, the American voice of the Olympics, Bob Costas, was absent from the airwaves due to a double eye infection. 1 He said, “"Bear ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:29-34

Denomination: Baptist

1 Lose, 1 Win, Your Turn

Contributed by Oliver Wong on Nov 26, 2013

The sermon takes a look at the cosmic struggle between evil and good - between Satan and Eve (and Adam) (Round 1), Satan and Jesus (Round 2), and finally Round 3...Satan vs. YOU... Special attention is paid on 1 John 2:15-17 concerning Satan's 3 weapons.

Think of Satan… What comes to your mind immediately? Did an image of an angry-looking red being holding a pitch fork come to your mind? Or maybe you see a plump guy with horns and a fanatical smirk on his face? Whatever it is, we have to ask ourselves: Is our mental picture of Satan fuelled ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Head Turning Faith Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jun 16, 2013

What kind of faith does it take to turn the head of Jesus? The Roman officer had it and so can we.

Last week we were introduced to Levi who changed his name to Matthew. As you recall Levi meant “joined in harmony” but as a tax collector he was unable to live up to his name. After Jesus made him the offer to become a follower he referred to himself as Matthew, meaning “a gift to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Foursquare

Practically Living An Authentic Christian Life

Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Jun 25, 2013

Living the Christian life is not easy. This passage illustrates 4 key principles required to practically live an authentic Christian life: Perspective, Persistence, Practice and Praise.

Introduction Illustration The Queen Mary was the largest ship to cross the oceans when it was launched in 1936. Through four decades and a World War she served until she was retired, anchored as a floating hotel and museum in Long Beach, California. During the conversion, her three massive ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Baptist