Sermons on Humankind:

"Has God Rerouted Your Life?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 30, 2008

A sermon for Epiphany.

Matthew 2:1-12 “Is God Rerouting Your Life?” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org God is so awesome and the New Testament, in particular, gives us such insight into the heart and mind of our Creator. And it’s a good insight. I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

The Abrogation Of Self

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 6, 2010

There is a marked difference between a believer and a disciple, between being a Spirit-sealed Christian and a Spirit-filled Christian. The distinguishing mark of the disciple, the Spirit-filled Christian, and the soldier of the Kingdom is the abrogation o

The Abrogation of Self 2 Timothy 2:1-5 Luke 14:26 Introduction: There is a marked difference between a believer and a disciple, between being a Spirit-sealed Christian and a Spirit-filled Christian. There is likewise considerable difference between being a citizen of Heaven and being a soldier of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Imite Be Saved Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 15, 2011

Jesus came to save the whole world.

Introduction: A Opening illustration B John 3.1-2 1 Nicodemus Profile: He was from Jerusalem, Pharisee (Sadd, Herodians) a Largest of three, believed the O.T., angels/demons, bodily ress., evangelistic, moved Judaism from sacrifices to law, progressive. b Jesus didn’t trust him Jn. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

We Are The Example

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 7, 2010

Give consideration to what example you set for the world around you. God has a great plan for His people and for His world; He calls us to show that in our lives, by our words and our actions.

We Are The Example 08/16/09 AM Text: 1 Timothy 4:12 Introduction ILL: Story: Michael Vick Signs Contract With Eagles. Commentators debating the move speak to Vick’s role as an example, with one saying he didn’t consider Vick an example for anyone. And that is what I would like us to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"An Outcaste From The Beginning"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 15, 2010

A sermon on the inclusiveness of God in Christ.

Matthew 1:1-17 “An Outsider from the Beginning” by: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridgeumc.com How many of you have ever thought to yourself, “I am not good enough to play a part in God’s unfolding ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: United Methodist

The Fine Art Of Generosity Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 3, 2008

The message looks at the Christians need for Generosity.

The test for many Christians becomes evident in the reaction they display when the topic turns from being Christ-like with our morals to being Christ-like with our money. Living in a society that is saturated with a materialistic mentality definitely does not help matters. Our culture portrays ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Oxygen We Breathe"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 9, 2009

A sermon for a healing/anointing service.

James 5:13-16 “Our Very Oxygen” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pator of East Ridge UMC, Chattanooga, TN Prayer is the very oxygen through which our souls breathe. I remember driving on a snowy road as a teenager, and going a bit too fast. A buddy of mine and I were heading to another friend’s ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-16

Denomination: United Methodist

"The Rent Has Been Paid And You Now Have A New Landlord"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 11, 2009

Meet the New Boss, not the same as the old boss.

Romans 5:12-6:11 “The Rent has been Paid and You now have a New Landlord!” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN We’re all born with the same nature… “sin entered the world through one man and death through sin…” We are all, by nature, ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Reformation - Lutherans Unique Contribution To The Christian Church

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Oct 26, 2008

A sermon for Reformation Sunday

Reformation Sunday, October 26, 2008 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, you came among us in the person of your Son, Jesus the Christ, to reveal your will and grace for our lives. Through the power of your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-27

Denomination: Lutheran

One Special Sheep

Contributed by Ken Durham on Nov 24, 2008

The Love of The Lamb of God

ONE SPECIAL SHEEP “See that you do not look down on one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my father in heaven” “What do you think? If a man owns a hundred sheep, and one of them wanders away, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hill and go ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:10-14

Confront The Empty Presence Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 28, 2009

IN A CHALLENGING YEAR, THE VOICE OF THE PROPHET ISAIAH CONFRONTS THE EMPTY PRESENCE OF HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS WITH THE PROMISE OF THE GREAT GIFT.

Crave More Presence Confront the Empty Presence Isaish 9:2, 6-7 11/29 There is a new gag gift that has become very popular. It preys on people desire for quick riches and the idea that a sudden windfall is the key to happiness. So people buy as presents fake lottery tickets. Ones that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

In Control Of Chaos

Contributed by Ricky Johnson on May 18, 2008

From the chaos before Creation through the chaos of today’s world, GOD is in control

In the beginning the world was in chaos. There was no form, no function, no order, "Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness covered the surface of the watery depths." GOD was not pleased with what He saw and created the heavens, the earth, and all living things. "GOD said, “Let there be ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: United Methodist

What King Is This (Christ The King) Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 23, 2007

I prepared this sermon for "Christ The King" Sunday - the Sunday after Thanksgiving and just prior to Advent (Christmas Season). What King is this? The King who laid down His life for His subjects!

What King Is This? Luke 23:33-43 Introduction (Adapted from www.churchyear.net) Today we celebrate to coming of Christ, our King. That is what the season of Advent – Christmas – is really all about. It is a time when we remember the time of His coming to earth in the form of a child. During ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Christian Church

Compassion, Commission, Commandment Series

Contributed by Brent Charles on Oct 3, 2006

A sermon on biblical soul-winning from Matthew 9:35-38

A Closer Walk with Thee Meditations on Christian Doctrine Biblical Soul Winning Matthew 9:35-38 JBC 4/10/05 Pro 11:30 The fruit of the righteous [is] a tree of life; and he that wins souls [is] wise. The fruit of the righteous is righteousness itself without which we can never ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Bible Church

The New Covenant

Contributed by Matthew Olanrewaju on Oct 19, 2007

The old covenant is a corporate affair between Yahweh and Israel, The new covenant does not involve a corporate action, indeed it is an individual and uniquely personal relationship with God’s own people brokered by and in Christ Jesus. prophet Jeremiah b

I want to start from what a covenant is not. Covenant is not a contract. It is more than that. A contract is a legally binding exchange of promises or agreement between parties that the law will enforce. Contract law is based on the Latin phrase pacta sunt servanda (pacts must be kept). Breach ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Methodist