Sermons on Hostility Of The World:

Choices: Purpose Or Popularity Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 3, 2018

Will we choose purpose over popularity. The answer makes all the difference in the world.

Who are we? Basically, we are the sum total of all the choices we’ve made in our lives up until this point. Granted, when we were children, there were choices made on our behalf, but since we’ve become adults we have to own our choices. Who do we want to be tomorrow? The answer to that question is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-26

Denomination: Methodist

Immutable Character In A Timeless Realm.

Contributed by David Goering on Sep 10, 2018

Those who leave this world go into a timeless realm taking their character with them.

Scripture: Revelation 10:6 "...there should be time no longer" Revelation 22:11 "He that is unjust, let him be unjust still: and he which is filthy, let him be filthy still: and he that is righteous, let him be righteous still: and he that is holy, let him be holy still." PROPOSITION: To use these ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:6, Revelation 22:11

The Signs Of The Time

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jan 27, 2018

Jonah was a sign to the Ninevites, Jesus was a sign to the world, and we are the sings of our time.

Repeated Phrases in Jonah: 1. Jonah Ran away from God 3 But Jonah ran away from the LORD and headed for Tarshish. He went down to Joppa, where he found a ship bound for that port. After paying the fare, he went aboard and sailed for Tarshish to flee from the LORD. . . (after the storm almost ...read more

Denomination: *other

A Dress Code For Christians

Contributed by Perry Anderson on Mar 21, 2016

Scripture tells us how to clothe ourselves as Christians to represent Christ in the world.

Colossians 3:1-17 12 Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. 13 Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Community Partnership Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 7, 2014

As a community of believers, the local congregation is in partnership with God for HIS agenda in saving the world.

1. Efficiency Expert An efficiency expert concluded a lecture with a note of caution: "You don't want to try these techniques at home." "Why not?" asked someone from the back of the audience. "I watched my wife's routine at breakfast for years," the expert explained. "She made lots of trips to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Eve Service

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 31, 2014

God had a messy plan to save the world. The plan? Send His Son.

Christmas Eve Sermonette Dec 24, 2014 Dr. Mike Fogerson, Pastor Luke 2:6-7 (NASB) 6 While they were there, the days were completed for her to give birth. 7 And she gave birth to her firstborn son; and she wrapped Him in cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing Christ - Let The River Flow 2

Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 25, 2011

Let the river of life flow through you and produce a light to shine to the world.

2011.11.13.Missions Sunday Version 2. Sharing Christ - Let the River Flow William Akehurst HSWC Romans 1:16-20 UNASHAMED I am not ashamed of the Gospel. It is the power of God unto salvation to everyone that believes. The just shall live (eternally) by faith. COMMANDED to go into all the world ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Characteristics Series

Contributed by Joe Adaline on Dec 17, 2011

In a negative, sinful world, we have to be the evangelists of hope, of good, of positive thought.

My ministry and my travels take me all over Michigan. I visit all sorts of small towns, medium size town, big sububs and large cities. Some of the cities and towns seem the same. Traffic signs and traffic lights blend towns into a sort of sameness. People watching is interesting, but most of us ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

What America Needs Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 28, 2011

WHAT AMERICA (AND BY EXTENSION THE WORLD) NEEDS MOST IS FOR THE CHURCH TO TRULY BE THE CHURCH.

What America Needs Extending your Arms July 01, 2011 INTRODUCTION In this last week I did a little survey on line of all for signs of all the things that America needs. It seemed like America needed a lot. America needs fatima America needs revival America needs fewer taxes America needs more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Handwriting On The Wall Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 28, 2011

Use everyday common things and events to share God’s warnings to the world!

A quick test of your Bible knowledge: There are many phrases that people say everyday that are actually statements from the Bible. An example is when people talk about retaliating, they would say “an eye for an eye, tooth for a tooth!” - Exodus 21:24 What other everyday sayings do you know which ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Way To The Top

Contributed by Kirk Wannop on Jul 26, 2009

Abraham’s assignment was to be a good father. From this God could bless the world

The Way to the Top Gen 18:19 July 27th, 2009 What do you think is the most important job in the world? Soccer player David Beckham makes ½ million $/week, but most soccer players probably make about $100,000/ year. Dentists and doctors make 100 – 300/year. Big jet pilots about 200. Stock ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:19

Denomination: Mennonite

"Counterfeit Or The Original"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 25, 2011

There are many imposters in this world but only one original, who or what are you following?

Since the beginning of time there has always been people who make counterfeit’s of the original. The original always costs more money where the counterfeit can be bought at a fraction of the price. But the counterfeit usually has a big drawback. It isn’t made as well, doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: John 10:3-5

The Cross Cost Series

Contributed by Mark Jones on Aug 21, 2011

EOLS: Christian life is at odds with the world and the disciple will face opposition to his walk.

The Cross Cost Mat 5:10-12 (10) "Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (11) "Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. (12) Rejoice and be glad, for your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Bargaining Church Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 23, 2011

The Church at Pergamum was a church married to the world and risk losing her influence for the Kingdom.

The Bargaining Church Revelation 2:12-18 * Everybody loves to get a good deal because we are all ‘bargain’ hunters. Very few people desire to pay retail for anything. Yet at times, what begins to be a bargain turns out to cost too much. A lady was new in a community and was driving down the ...read more

Scripture: Jude 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Influence Is .......

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Sep 8, 2011

Jesus calls us to be an influence in this world through a comparison to salt in the sermon on the mount.

INFLUENCE IS….. Matthew 5:13 Intro. I heard of a minister who was making a wooden trellis to support a climbing vine. As he was pounding away, he noticed that a little boy was watching him. The youngster didn’t say a word, so the preacher kept on working, thinking the lad would leave. But he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Baptist