Sermons on Ideal:

An Ephiphany Ephiphany

Contributed by Peter Thelander on Oct 29, 2001

A look at the cost of our worship.

An Epiphany epiphany Start with reading the passage – adding interpretation/teaching Debunk myths: Referring to the magi as “kings” – again not mentioned. Probably a poor translation at some time, or simply tradition that sounded nice – kings paying homage to the King of kings. Where did they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Only Time Will Tell

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. A few years ago a popular T.V. commercial featured a rather large man named Orson Wells holding glass of wine in hand. a. As he looked into the camera with elevated eyebrow, he said "We will sell no wine before its time." 1) Good commercial--spoke of quality & integrity. 2) Taught ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Taking People Where They Are

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Faith and obedience take precedence over ritual.

Thesis: Faith and obedience take precedence over ritual. Intro.: 1. Tonight we conclude our study of "WHO IS A CHRISTIAN?" 2. In this last lesson we want to turn to 2 Chronicles 30 and the story of Hezekiah's celebration of the Passover. a. We will discern an important principle in this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 30:18-20

Introduction To Ephesians And Chapter 1 Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Sep 8, 2008

Let’s go mining for treasure in this gem of a Bible book. The first half of Ephesians lays great foundations, and the second half builds a well informed Faith upon that foundation. The series begins here.

EPHESIANS 1 Pastor Eric July 6, 2008 Introduction to Ephesus and Ephesians Ephesus was the fourth largest city in the Roman World. It was located on the Asia Minor bulge into the Mediterranean region. It was a tremendously important crossroads of commerce, which is reflected by such artifacts as ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Its Not All About You

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 19, 2007

Living as a Christian is not all about me. It is all about serving others in the name of Christ.

Luke 4: 14 – 21 Its Not All About You Intro: Jimmy Carter told the American people during his campaign, “I’ll never lie to you, I’ll never mislead you, I’ll never dodge a controversial issue.” His mother, Miss Lillian was being interviewed by a reporter who pressed her hard asking if Jimmy had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Eye For An Eye Series

Contributed by Bill Lyle on Apr 5, 2007

A study in 1st Peter

An older sister was sitting next to her younger brother in Church one Sunday morning unsuccessfully trying to keep him still and quiet. Finally she said, “I wish you would calm down.” “I can’t”, he said, “it’s just so boring.” With that his sister turned and said, “It’s supposed to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Eve, Mother Of All Living

Contributed by Charles Salmon on May 19, 2007

Eve is the mother of all living in both the physical, temporal sense and the eternal, spiritual sense.

Eve, Mother of all Living Gen. 3:20 INTRO.: After creating all things necessary to sustain life and setting everything in perfect order, God made the living creatures. The first chapter of the Bible states five times that God saw His creation and it was good. Every stage of the creative process was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Real Christmas Gift

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

A Christmas Message.

THE REAL CHRISTMAS GIFT Matthew 2:1-11; 2 Corinthians 8:1-9 INTRO: One of the most beautiful Christmas stories ever penned in the secular world is O. Henry’s “The Gift of the Magi.” It is the account of a young couple and what they gave each other for Christmas. Although rich in love, they were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Everything Is Beautiful - In It's Time Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 2, 2006

It is important to proclaim the hope we have in Christ - even at a funeral.

Everything Is Beautiful - In It’s Time 1 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: 2 A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; 3 A time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be An Effective Father

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 23, 2005

A Father’s Day Message.

HOW TO BE AN EFFECTIVE FATHER Mark 5:21-24; 35-43 INTRO: I come to speak to you, not as an authority on the subject of fatherhood, but as a participant in the reality of being a father. Our world is in great need of fathers who will be effective. In order to be an effective ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Nest Egg That Hatched

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 1, 2005

The story of Ananias and Sapphira teaches a lesson on the righteousness of God’s people, the reality of God’s Presence, and the reassurance of God’s power.

The Nest Egg that Hatched Acts 5:1-11 INTRO.: My Grandmother kept chickens and she would put a plaster egg in the nests of her hens. She claimed it encouraged the hens to lay their eggs in the proper place. She also had an incubator, but she never put a nest egg in the incubator because she never ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Do We Need Revival?

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 1, 2004

A message on revival preparation.

WHY DO WE NEED REVIVAL? John 4:35-42 INTRO: ILLUS: MENDING THE BELL Many are unaware that the Declaration of Independence did not come into being until a day of fasting and prayer had been observed. Appointed by the Continental Congress, it was kept by all the colonies on May 17, 1776. At that ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35-42

Denomination: Baptist

Divorce & Remarriage

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 2, 2004

A sermon on understanding and applying the intent of God’s word in our lives.

"It has been said, ’Anyone who divorces his wife must give her a certificate of divorce.’ 32 But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for marital unfaithfulness, causes her to become an adulteress, and anyone who marries the divorced woman commits adultery. Matthew 5:31-32 Some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Raising Second Generation Christians: 15 Biblical Principles

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Oct 27, 2008

What are the dangers and solutions for raising second generation Christians? Here are 15 Key Biblical Principles.

Judges 2:8-2:11 Following the great faith of Joshua it was said of the next generation of Jews, "After that whole generation had been gathered to their fathers, another generation grew up, who knew neither the Lord or what He had done for Israel." Then the Israelites did evil in the eyes of the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Mending The Mind Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 25, 2008

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WATCH YOUR THOUGHTS Watch your thoughts, Keep them strong; High resolve thinks no wrong Watch your thoughts, Keep them clean; Perfect love casts out fear. Watch your thoughts, Keep them right; Faith and wisdom give you light Watch your thoughts, Keep them true; Look to God, He’ll govern you. THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God