Sermons on Hypocritical Prayer:

Just Like My Father

Contributed by Michael Thomas on Feb 10, 2004

In order to be like our Father God, we must get rid of anger and begin living a life of love. But what does that mean in our everyday lives?

Many here have heard of a man named Bobby Knight. He’s a famous college basketball coach. Bobby Knight is given to what commentaries on the Old Testament refer to as "ebullitions of wrath." Maybe you’ve seen some of Bobby’s ebullitions on display in television news clips: Coach Knight hurling a ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Road Less Traveled Series

Contributed by Chris Taylor on Feb 12, 2004

Living an Abundant Life

The Road Less Traveled Little Log Church John 10:10 February 7-8, 2004 INTRODUCTION Two weeks ago, John and I decided we would take one morning a week, which is really only 2 and ½ hours due to our children’s school schedule, to hike. We’re calling it our pastoral staff meeting. We hike and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Farewell To The Flesh (Mardi Gras Carnival)

Contributed by James May on Feb 15, 2004

This sermon deals with the evils of Mardi Gras and its effect upon the heart, mind and soul of men, especially Christians who take part in the revelry.

FAREWELL TO THE FLESH Since we live in south Louisiana, I think it would be timely for this message concerning the Mardi Gras season. It’s that time again; the time for King Cakes, Purple and Gold decorations, costumes and decadence beyond description. This is the time when the true heart of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:16, 1 Timothy 4:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Delays, Denials And Devotion Series

Contributed by Chris Taylor on Feb 16, 2004

What is the basis of your faith? On what you think God will do, should do or on who he is?

Delays, Denials and Devotion Little Log Church John 11:1-27 February 14-15, 2004 INTRODUCTION There is a path to life that’s narrow and that few find. We could call it the road less traveled. But those by the grace of God that are led to the path to life then begin a path of life. We begin our ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

People Need People

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 4, 2002

People were Jesus’ highest priority and should be ours.

INTRO.- Jesus came to seek and to save the lost (Luke 19:10). He came to do good, to heal, to soothe hearts and calm fears. He came to help people. His focus was on people. People were His highest priority and should be ours. ILL.- Robert Henry went to a large discount store one evening to buy ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Biblical Response To Crime – Restitution

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 6, 2001

Consider the biblical principle of restitution in the wake of rising prison population and what we as Christians can do

A Biblical Response to Crime – Restitution BY Rev. Andrew Chan, PBC, Vancouver, BC June 2001 Text: Ex.22:1-15 My purpose today is to help you to understand that the Biblical principle of restitution. Today, we have increased prison population, that’s a fact and also the fact is - people ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 22:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Victory Or Survival?

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 9, 2001

Life is sometimes a matter of survival more than victory. We all need help.

VICTORY OR SURVIVAL? Gal. 6:1-5 INTRO.- SURVIVOR. The Australian Outback. The TV show. Did you watch it? How many of you watched at least one of the “survivors” shows? How about the whole series? Beginning January 28, 2001 the world watched as 16 people were stranded in the Australian ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

His Word Is Enough, Don't Be Fooled Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 19, 2001

Paul wanted the Colossians to realize that in Christ, they already had all of the hidden treasures of wisdom and knowledge available to them.... Therefore what could these false teachers really have to offer them --- answer not a thing!! (Jesus Is Enough - part 3)

"HIS Word Is Enough, Don’t Be Fooled" Jesus Is ENOUGH - part three - Col 2:1-23 A little boy was lost inside a busy shopping mall. He was standing in the aisle of a department store just crying and crying, "I want my mommy.. I want my mommy." People who passed by felt sorry for him and many ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Attributes Of God - Enlightener To Glorious Sword

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 21, 2001

Praises for the attributes of God as the enlightener of our perceptions to our glorious sword

141. Enlightener of Our Perceptions – I praise you Lord that you can give me deeper spiritual insights that enrich my perspectives. Paul prayed, “I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which He has called you, the riches of His glorious ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Race Of Life

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 22, 2001

Life is a tough course. Certain factors can help us or hinder us.

THE RACE OF LIFE Heb. 12:1-3 INTRO.- Life is a race, don’t you think? A race against something or someone. ILL.- TOP 10 SIGNS YOU ARE BROKE 10. American Express calls and says: "Leave home without it!" 9. You’re formulating a plan to rob the food bank. 8. Long distance companies don’t call ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Out Life With God Living In Us

Contributed by John Stensrud on Jul 1, 2001

An expository sermon based on a series preached at Immanuel Baptist Church, Elgin, IL in 2001.

Message Title: “Living Out Life with God Living In Us” Philippians 2.12-18 Delivered on July 1, 2001 at Immanuel Baptist Church by Pastor John Stensrud. Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed--not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence--continue to work out your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18, Philippians 2:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Airport Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 5, 2001

An apologetic on why to choose a servant attitude over a selfish attitude.

July 8, 2001 For eleven years a man named Merhan Karimi Nasseri was a man without a country. For eleven years he lived in a Paris airport. He had no passport. He had no citizenship. He had no papers that enabled him to leave the airport or fly to another country. He had been expelled from his ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus Came To Heal Us Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jul 18, 2001

A look at the facets of the healing Jesus offers.

Jesus Came To Heal Us What Jesus Came To Do - Part 4 of 4 John 5:1-15 When you look around at the people who attend church with you on Sunday, what do you see? Do you see impressive people, dressed in fine clothes who have it all together? Or do you see people in need of comfort; troubled in need ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Wants More

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Jul 20, 2001

Paul exhorts us to present (give,offer) ourselves in the service to God.

GOD WANTS MORE ROMANS 12:1 (As I reflect back on this past year…) I’m inclined to believe that the God we serve is a faithful God…? I’m of the persuasion and conviction that He is the sustainer and the maintainer of my entire life… He’s carried me through dangers seen and unseen… In fact, He’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Blood Walk

Contributed by James Groce on Aug 7, 2001

When the High priest entered the Holiest of Holies, he had to pass the veil, which acted as a door to that room.

--------------------------------- Heb 9:7 But into the second went the high priest alone once every year, not without blood, which he offered for himself, and for the errors of the people: --------------------------------- The High Priest of the Mosaic ritual of sacrifice in the Old Testament was ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:7

Denomination: Pentecostal