Sermons on Hurtful Relationships:

The Sign Of The Savior Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 7, 2009

1) The Meaning of the Sign. 2) The Miracle of the Sign. 3) The Message of the Sign.

Twenty years ago today on Dec. 6, 1989, a gunman entered a classroom in Montreal’s École Polytechnique. He separated the men from the women, then shot the women, shouting, “I hate feminists!” as he did so. Fourteen young women died. Ten more were injured. Four men were also shot. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-17

Denomination: Other

Draw Near - Part Three

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 12, 2011

Draw Near – Whatever It Takes

OPEN: Today I wanted to focus one more time on the topic of drawing near to God. In James we were told: "Come near to God and he will come near to you." This morning we are going to be looking at a woman who has a desperate faith. She was determined to get to Jesus not matter what it took. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Servant Reveals Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 9, 2010

Important spiritual truths pertaining to the cross

SERIES: WALKING WITH JESUS “THE SERVANT REVEALS” MARK 8:27-9:50 OPEN There is a great story in 2 Kings 6. The nations of Aram (Syria) and Israel are at war. The king of Aram decides he will muster his troops in a certain place to set up an ambush. The prophet Elisha discerns ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church Boss Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 11, 2010

If Christ is the head of the church, no bullying can ever be justified to bring about the result a leader desires. We must permit the Spirit of God to rule the church, and not mere mortals.

“I have written something to the church, but Diotrephes, who likes to put himself first, does not acknowledge our authority. So if I come, I will bring up what he is doing, talking wicked nonsense against us. And not content with that, he refuses to welcome the brothers, and also stops those who ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Managing The Mouthy

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 20, 2010

Paul warned Titus of his need to subdue the threat of insubordinate teachers. How/Where is that threat subdued? Managing the Mouthy demands...

MANAGING the MOUTHY—Titus 1:10-16 Attention: The churches of Crete were saved but were lacking the finesse necessary to accomplishing their mission. They were not yet organized for ministry. A pastor by the name of Titus, was charged with the fortunate task, of straightening out those ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Denomination: Baptist

What Happened Next

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on May 3, 2011

Between His resurrection and ascension Jesus made several appearances, proving what He did, teaching what it meant, and showing forgiveness before He went home.

Last Sunday was Easter Morning, people all over the world gathered to celebrate the resurrection of Christ and all that means to us. Today I want to talk about what happened next. Because usually in church we go from talking about Jesus resurrection, Easter, to Jesus Ascension into Heaven, which ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Beautiful In God's Sight

Contributed by Tim Diack on May 9, 2011

The world in which we live isn't shy about telling us what a beautiful woman looks like but is this the beauty that God would have us chase after? God's idea of beauty differs vastly from society's idea of beauty - but which beauty are we running after?

Beautiful in God’s Sight - 2 Timothy 1:3-10 - May 8, 2011 Mother’s Day Well I think it is pretty safe to say that “beauty” is big business these days, isn’t it? Would you women agree with that statement? When you take into account everything from hair care, to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-10

Denomination: *other

Don't Mess With God! Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Feb 9, 2012

From this story we learn how God humbled a pagan king. There is important truth here for all of us to ponder.

“Don’t mess with God!” Date: Feb, 15, 2012 Scripture: Daniel 4 Sermon I begin with a simple question: How far will God go to get his message across to us?  The answer is not hard to find.  He will do whatever it takes/make sure we get his message. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: Baptist

Society Transformed

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 31, 2012

The wickedness of society must lead to divine intervention. Let the people of God be righteous and godly.

“The wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth. For what can be known about God is plain to them, because God has shown it to them. For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

If Christ Has Not Been Raised Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 7, 2012

The Theological and Personal Consequences of No Resurrection from the Dead.

You may be here this morning because of tradition, curiosity or the urging of others. If you are our guest this morning, you may wonder why we do what we do. We are here today not because of tradition, although we do celebrate this date each year. We are here today not because we discuss ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Denomination: Other

What Must We Do? Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Apr 11, 2012

So what does Scripture say is necessary for a person to be saved? What are the non-negotiables, the things that don’t require any interpretation? Well, as always let’s go to the source of all matters of Christian faith and practice, the Bible. And let’s n

There was man named Simon who was a sorcerer or magician in Samaria. People thought he was great and he thought he was great. But then Phillip comes along, a nobody really, and he preaches the good news and also did many signs and miracles. And in Acts chapter 8 it says after seeing all this, even ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-24

American Idols Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 1, 2012

God will not share his glory.

American Idols Exodus 20:4-6 Rev. Brian Bill 7/1/12 In order to capture the heart of the second commandment, fast forward forty days from the time Moses went up on Mount Sinai. The people are getting restless, wondering why he had been gone so long. To help us get a sense of what went on, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Significance Of A New Creation-20 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 25, 2016

Part B--xx.--xxii. of point 14. Paul commended his apostolic ministry to the Corinthian church thru a list of practical realities. The Practical Realities of Ministry are seen in our Ministry Commendations...

‘The Significance Of A New Creation’--XX—2Corinthians 5:9--6:10... 14. The PRACTICAL REALITIES Of MINISTRY-B—2Corinthians 6:3-10... Part B(continued) of point 14 in the series. Attention: Hugs & Kisses After just a few years of marriage filled with constant arguments, a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Of Peace

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 19, 2016

1) Peace (2 Thessalonians 3:16a), 2) Strength (2 Thessalonians 3:16b), 3) Truth (2 Thessalonians 3:17), and 4) Grace (2 Thessalonians 3:18).

After the recent election in the United States of Donald Trump for President, continued riots have broken out several states. Rejecting notions like a new border wall, protestors have demanded that Trump step down. Law enforcement officials are calling for hostilities to end so grievances can be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:16-18

Denomination: Other

Meeting Paul Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

Our introduction to Paul

Acts 9 - 3/26/17 Turn with me this morning to Acts 9.  We have been working our way through the book of Acts, a transitional book in the NT that records the spreading of the gospel as the church is formed.  Jesus told his disciples that they would be witnesses in Jerusalem, then to Judea ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational