Sermons on Idle People:

The Five People You Meet In Heaven

Contributed by James Buchanan on Nov 11, 2003

This sermon is based on the realities of life and heaven, interacting with Mitch Albom’s book, "The Five People You Meet in Heaven".

(Please note, there are times when I refer to the book and quote it. Due to copywrite laws, I have just referred to the page number.) Influence. When I say that word, what comes to mind? Three lobbyists in Washington, D.C. were debating how to determine their degree of power with the White ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5, Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"When The People Have A Mind To Work”

Contributed by Martin & Elder Nedra Wilson on Nov 28, 2003

As we take a look at the world and the church we see that the area of commitment is a part of all our lives that needs much work.

“When the People have a Mind to Work” 2 Kings 2:1-15 As we take a look at the world and the church we see that the area of commitment is a part of all our lives that needs much work. As I was thinking about this I ask the Lord to show me were the real problem was that causes us not to be able to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Apostolic

The Passions Of Christ - Seeking Lost People Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Mar 22, 2005

The 3rd Sermon is a series on the Passions of Christ. This sermon is very evangelistic and speaks to God’s great love for us demonstrated through the life of Christ.

The Passions of Christ - Seeking Lost People Pastor Glenn Newton March 20, 2005 Text: John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” Luke 15:7 “I tell you that in the same way there will be more ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus Needs Messed Up People

Contributed by Martin Kim on Nov 1, 2004

No matter what kind of problems you may have, God can use you if you are willing to put your life in His hands.

Jesus needs messed up people This morning I want to begin with a little Korean history. Korea was occupied by the Japanese for 30 some years beginning in the early 1900¡¯s The Japanese wanted to make the Korean peninsula their own. They had to do this in order to move on and annex China. During ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Adventist

Being The Kind Of Church People Need

Contributed by Mike Turner on Nov 6, 2004

We cannot be the kind of church that everyone wants, but we can be the kind of church that everyone needs !

Being The Kind Of Church That People Need Acts 2:41-47 Introduction: I suppose there are many churches whose mission is to be the kind of church that appeals to everyone. That is an impossible task ! In fact, I believe it to be an unholy task. Here’s why.....in order for us to be the church that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Where Are You Leading God's People?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

Where Are You Leading God’s People? 1) Into foolish boasting? 2) Into self-indulgent living? 3) Into danger of God’s judgment?

I’m sure that everyone here has at one time or another played the game “follow the leader.” I remember it being a favourite for my classmates and me in grade one. We spent countless hours leading each other up, over, and around playground equipment during recess. While you might think that it’s ...read more

Scripture: Amos 6:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

How Much Are People Worth To You

Contributed by Andrew Huson on Nov 23, 2004

Challenge people concerning their brokeness for the lost

How Much Are People Worth To You Say People -Not Just Wife/Husband/Kids/Best Friend/Not Just People You Like-PEOPLE Websters-A Mass Of Persons-Not Just A Single Individual-ALL HUMAN KIND President Bush Has Been Questioned A Lot About The War This Week -Why is the war taking so long? -Why are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pursue The Gift Given To All People Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 10, 2004

How do we move from the laundry list of today’s "Letter to Santa" to the recognition of the greatness of God’s grace

There is a bit of confusion over what is and isn’t common knowledge. “A survey of 7,000 people, conducted by the sponsorship Research International in six countries found that the Shell Oil logo, the Mercedes badge and the five Olympic rings were recognized far more widely than the Christian ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Word From God For Sensible People

Contributed by Jack Harris on Dec 15, 2004

This sermon is designed to emphasize the importance and the benefits of the Lord’s Supper.

A WORD FROM GOD FOR SENSIBLE PEOPLE. 1 Cor. 10:14-21 Int: The Apostle Paul was a man whose approach to life was totally reordered by his personal experience with the Lord. The wisdom, which he gained through this experience, had enabled him to see through the pressures and preferences that tend to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With Difficult People - Part I Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

A series dealing with relational difficulties and reconciliation.

Dealing With Difficult People Part I Matthew 18:15-18 June 6, 2004 Matthew 18:15 (NLT) "If another believer sins against you, go privately and point out the fault. If the other person listens and confesses it, you have won that person back. Problems Within The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dealing With Difficult People - Part Ii Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 18, 2005

How many times should I forgive? What are the steps of reconciliation?

You Do The Math Dealing With Difficult People – Part II Matthew 18:21-35 June 13, 2004 Matthew 18:21-22 (NLT) Then Peter came to him and asked, "Lord, how often should I forgive someone who sins against me? Seven times?" [22] "No!" Jesus replied, "seventy times seven! The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dead People Can't Change? Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Jul 23, 2005

Many Believers are falling into one of Satan’s oldest tricks. They are allowing what is very clearly declared and known from Scripture to be held captive by what they, personally, don’t know.

Over time, questions are expressed whether as a direct inquiry or by many other means. Some of these questions have a direct effect on our Christian life, our Bible knowledge and the church function. Because our series on Redemption has been interrupted by vacation, and other things, I thought it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:24-30

What The People Of God Need Today

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 1, 2005

1. The people of God need an awareness of their surroundings - v.2-3 2. The people of God need a heart like Neh. - v.4 3. The people of God need to pray like Neh. - v. 5-11

What The People Of God Need Today Neh. 1 1. The people of God need an awareness of their surroundings - v.2-3 2 That Hanani, one of my brethren, came, he and certain men of Judah; and I asked them concerning the Jews that had escaped, which were left of the captivity, and concerning Jerusalem. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Putting Coals Of Fire On Difficult People

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 1, 2005

This message tells us how to treat people who hurt you. Romans 12:14-21 describes how to deal with difficult people.

”Putting Coals of Fire on Difficult People” Romans 12:14-21 When someone hurts you how are you to respond? With revenge or love? Before Christ the Old Testament law was “an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.” Jesus brought a new level of ethical law, the law of love. The word “revenge” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-21

Denomination: Free Methodist

God's Designed Purpose For His People Series

Contributed by Patrick Sherman on Jan 28, 2005

Live Life to the Glory of God and You will have a Fulfilling Life.

Ezek 24:24 24 Thus Ezekiel is unto you a sign: according to all that he hath done shall ye do: and when this cometh, ye shall know that I am the Lord GOD. KJV A sign: something material or external that stands for or signifies (points toward) something spiritual. God stated in the text, (Ezekiel ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 24:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational