Sermons on Hymnals:

We Follow Our Heart’s Treasure

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Oct 25, 2009

Where is your heart leading you? Jesus exposes what our hearts so often treasure, and he brings us God’s promises that work the impossible in our hearts. Parts: A. Jesus’ words expose our heart’s god B. Jesus’ invitation works the impossible

Text: Mark 10:17-27 Theme: We Follow Our Heart’s Treasure A. Jesus’ words expose our heart’s god B. Jesus’ invitation works the impossible Season: Pentecost 21c Date: October 25, 2009 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/We-Follow-Our-Heart_s-Treasure-Mark10_17-27.html Grace and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:17-27

Denomination: Lutheran

For We Are Kindred

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 6, 2010

The problem of acceptance cross-generationally in a church

1So Abram went up from Egypt, he and his wife, and all that he had, and Lot with him, into the Negeb. 2Now Abram was very rich in livestock, in silver, and in gold. 3He journeyed on by stages from the Negeb as far as Bethel, to the place where his tent had been at the beginning, between Bethel and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

The Importance Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Sep 9, 2010

Prayer is one of God’s greatest gifts to his people yet it is often reduced to blessings at meals and praying for our health and the health of our family and friends. Someone has said, “Many people pray as if God were a big aspirin pill; they come only wh

Play Video “I Prayer from Blue Fish” How is your prayer Life? How often do you pray? Why do you pray? Questions like these force us to examine our prayer life. If you are like most people you wish you could be better at communicating with God. Prayer is one of God’s greatest ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Giving Overflows From God's Grace

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jul 22, 2009

Is giving for the Lord’s work a struggle? Take to heart what Paul says as he points us to God’s grace in Christ and changes the way we think about giving. Parts: A. Give yourself to your gracious Lord. B. Trust his grace with an undivided heart

Text: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9, 13, 14 Theme: Our Giving Overflows from God’s Grace A. Give yourself to your gracious Lord B. Trust his grace with an undivided heart Season: Pentecost 6b Date: July 12, 2009 Web page: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Sacrifice Of Silence: How Men Pray

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 4, 2009

Men can pray in their own way by doing what they know is right to do, by listening to the Lord as well as speaking, and by holding others and God Himself accountable to keep promises.

The young Australian pastor had just received his first assignment. It was to a remote sheep-ranching settlement deep in the Australian outback. He had arrived during a period of prolonged drought, and was making pastoral calls to his far-flung flock of ranchers, who were trying to keep their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Go As Far As You Can See, And See What You Can From There

Contributed by Matt Hoffmann on Apr 28, 2010

In Acts 11:1-18, we begin to see the legacy of faith and risk-taking for the sake of the Gospel that included us in the promises of Christ

Acts 11:1-18 It all started when they saw Jesus for the last time. His last words to them, “And you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and all Judea, and Samaria, and to the very ends of the earth.” Peter was among those who heard these words, and believed them. I’m sure, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

It All Began In Heaven Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 8, 2007

Why do Christians put so much emphasis on the blood of Jesus Christ? What’s so special about it? Part 1 of series There Is Power In the Blood.

There Is Power In The Blood – Part 1 It All Began In Heaven One of my favorite old hymns found in our hymnals is the one we sang this morning, There Is Power In The Blood. It’s an incredible song with life giving, heart pounding, and awe-inspiring lyrics. It’s got an upbeat tempo, and it just ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Perspective Of Praise Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jun 18, 2007

A series emphasizing private worship

The Hallelujah Factor Series Based upon Jack Taylor’s book The Hallelujah Factor The Perspective of Praise June 17, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A One of the six purposes of our churches is to worship God, praise. 1 Mouse: Will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:21

Denomination: Baptist

False Identification Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 28, 2011

The only person whose heart you really know is yourself, and you don't need to identify the Beast if Jesus can identify you.

I’m in the process of refinancing my house. I’ve done it all over the telephone. And midway through the process, I started getting nervous. The web page they gave me had their name but a different address, long distance information gave me a different number for that name in NJ, I ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Sin Affects Us

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 8, 2011

Sin leads to death and separation from God

how sin affects us Genesis 3:1-13 We know that life was perfect in the garden. 1 Cor. 15:21-22 “So you see, just as death came into the world through a man, Adam, now the resurrection from the dead has begun through another man, Christ. Everyone dies because all of us are related to Adam, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Get Cleaned Up Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Mar 1, 2011

This message comes from a study of the book of Exodus and is geared towards seekers because it shows how we can be cleansed from our sin in Christ Jesus.

Get Cleaned Up Exodus 30:17 Every parent has probably said these words and sometime in their life if not thousands of times “Kids come in and get cleaned up for dinner” There is an old saying that we all know that goes like this “Cleanliness is next to godliness.” we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:17-21

Angels Carried Him To Abraham's Side

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Oct 12, 2010

The rich man and Lazarus had quite different lives and quite different deaths. What does this teach us about where to look for happiness?

Text: Luke 16:19-31 Theme: Angels Carried Him to Abraham's Side A. Beware the alternative B. Find comfort in the promise Season: Pentecost 19c Date: October 3, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Angels-Carried-Him-to-Abraham_s-Side-Luke16_19-31.html Grace and peace to you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Keep Praying For Justice Against Your Adversary

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Oct 25, 2010

The platitude, 'Just keep praying,' seldom helps us in our struggle to persist in prayer. What encourage does the parable of the unjust judge give?

Text: Luke 18:1-8 Theme: Keep Praying for Justice against Your Adversary Season: Pentecost 22c Date: October 24, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Keep-Praying-for-Justice-against-Your-Adversary-Luke18_1-8.html Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Lift Up Your Heads Ye Mighty Gates! Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Dec 14, 2010

God arrives as the humble King to set up his rule in the lives of his people.

Scripture Introduction As you drive past churches during the next weeks, you will likely see at least one sign proclaiming, “Wise Men Still Seek Him.” It is a cute wordplay on Matthew 2.1-2: “After Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the east ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

In Losing Everything, You've Gained Christ's Righteousness

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Mar 21, 2010

Our own doings can not make us right before God. For only Christ's righteousness, which is yours by faith alone, stands in God's courtroom. A. All other gains are garbage. B. Your faith knows the power of Christ's resurrection. C. You strain forward

Text: Philippians 3:8-14 Theme: In Losing Everything, You've Gained Christ's Righteousness A. All other gains are garbage B. Your faith knows the power of Christ's resurrection C. You strain forward toward your resurrection sharing in Christ's suffering Season: Lent 5c Date: March 21, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-14

Denomination: Lutheran