Sermons on Igniting:

The Transforming Reality Of The Risen Christ

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

The resurrection of Christ declares who Jesus is and confirms all that he makes known of our world and our lives.

In the summer of 1969, then-President Richard Nixon engaged in hyperbole to express his excitement over America’s landing on the moon. When the Apollo 11 astronauts returned to earth following the first-ever moon landing, Nixon called their mission "the greatest week in the history of the world ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Is Love

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 9, 2004

Paul gives us the meaning of true love in I Corinthians 13.

INTRO.- ILL.- Here are some children’s ideas about love. - Glenn, age 7 - If falling love is anything like learning how to spell, I don’t want to do it. It takes too long. - Tom, age 5 - Once I’m in kindergarten, I’m going to find me a wife. - Kenny, age 7 - It gives me a headache to think ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

O Joy That Seeks Me Through Pain

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 27, 2004

Some­thing hap­pened to me, which was known only to my­self, and which caused me the most se­vere men­tal suf­fer­ing. The hymn was the fruit of that suf­fer­ing. It was the quick­est bit of work I ever did in my life. I had the im­press­ion of hav­ing it

O Joy That Seeks Me Through Pain (Psa 23:3) He restores my soul. George Matheson, a blind Pastor said about his famous hymn: My hymn was composed in the manse of Innelan [Argyleshire, Scotland] on the evening of the 6th of June, 1882, when I was 40 years of age. I was alone in the manse at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Provisions For Survival Series

Contributed by Chris Santasiere on Feb 11, 2002

Out of I Peter, this sermon focuses on the provisions God has given us in order to survive life in this world.

“Provisions For Survival” I Peter 1:3-9 February 9, 2002 Introduction I must admit that I like to watch the TV show, “Survivor”. I didn’t at first, but after I sat down and watched one episode I was hooked. They make it seem like they dump these 16 people out in the middle of no where with no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Enjoying Your Spiritual Privilege In Christ Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002

Third in a series on Ephesians

Who Wants to be a Millionaire?: Enjoying Your Privilege in Christ Scripture Reading: Ephesians 3:1-21   Some of you here know that I am a writer. And, some of you know that I write with Josh McDowell. Others know that, because of one or both of those things, I’ve had the privilege of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The How, What,when And Where Of Prayer

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Jan 23, 2003

We know the Spirit is intertwined with our spirit and shares our hearts with God. We know that He knows our needs, but what is our part in prayer?

Central Christian Church St Petersburg Florida January 2003 Joe Bedy “The How, What, When and Where of Prayer” It was the Disciples who asked Jesus to teach us how to pray. Remember when they asked this question Jesus was still alive on the earth and the Holy Spirit had not yet come. So today ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Judgment - Part 3

Contributed by Paul George on Sep 15, 2003

At this chapter begins another sermon, which is continued to the end of ch. 11. It is called, "The burden of the word of the Lord,"

At this chapter begins another sermon, which is continued to the end of ch. 11. It is called, "The burden of the word of the Lord," for every word of God has weight in it to those who regard it, and will be a heavy weight upon those who do not, a dead weight. Verses one to six contain a prophecy ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

That I May Know Him

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 7, 2004

Let us choose to know (ginosko - understand, perceive and experientially learn) more about Christ instead of merely settling for an intellectual knowledge (oida) about the Lord Jesus.

That I May Know Him (Phil. 3:10-14) Today, many people are determined to get a promotion, a higher degree or a better 401 K plan. Many students are determined to get good grades. As the election year heats up we hear about hundreds of politicians who are determined to get elected to important ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Principles Of Discipleship (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Mar 29, 2001

Many people fear discipleship but it is the primary command of the ’Great Commission’. This study looks at how we all fit into this calling.

Three Principles of Discipleship (Part 1) Matthew 28 18 And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, "All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. 19 "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Wept

Contributed by Rich Hadley on Dec 12, 2001

The Christian response to disaster and grief as modeled by Jesus.

The World Trade Center...the Murrah building in Oklahoma City...Columbine High school... The list of names that fill the obituary columns daily... We try not to notice. But sometimes you can’t help but notice...when the tragedy is as big as the New York skyline or as close as the passing of a ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-37

Denomination: Holiness

The Walk Of Faith

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Aug 5, 2003

To grow in our faith we must learn to trust in the promises of God. Taken from Jim Cymbala’s book Fresh Faith.

When most of us think about how we are doing spiritually, we think about surface things. We zero in on behavior patterns, such as have we been gossiping, have we been staying true to our marriage, have we been reading our Bibles, have we been tithing? We concentrate on outward works while ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3, 1 Thessalonians 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thermometer Or Thermostat (Align Your Thoughts With Christ) Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Aug 21, 2003

In your relationships are you a conformer or a transformer, Align your thoughts with Christ and he’ll begin to align your relationships with His will!

Thermometer or Thermostat (Align Your Thoughts with Christ) Ephesians 6:10-18 Introduction: This is week six in our series “Eight Essential Exercises for Building a Better Body.” We’re continuing to explore the need to build healthy, God-honoring relationships because all of life is lived out ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

Being Salt & Light Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 23, 2005

Both salt and light: 1. Are necessary for survival. 2. Have the ability to purify. 3. Must make contact to have an effect.

I love grilling out on a beautiful summer day with the sun shining. My favorite thing is to grill steaks. I like to grill them till they are so tender you can pull them apart with a fork. Then I take roasting ears and dip them into water with the shuck still on; wrap them in foil and let the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Methodist

Finish Line 2: Start Your Engines... Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on May 11, 2005

This is the second sermon in my NASCAR-themed "Finish Line" series, focusing upon the preparations that must be made in order to get ready to run our "race of faith." (04/17/05)

**Sermon Outline** Start Your Engines … Galatians 1:11-2:2 A Little Review (From Week 1 - Who Is Your Sponsor?) 1. This race of life has a finish line. 2. Sometimes you need a little help to run the race. 3. You are already on the winning team! 4. Does the world know who your “sponsor” ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Spirittual Zombies? Compssion Fatique?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 17, 2006

SOME OF OUR WORSE ATTITUDES ARE NOT PLANNED, THEY JUST EVOLVE. I often say: EVEN A DEAD FISH CAN SWIM DOWN STREAM! Are we actively pursuing God’s plan or are we empty zombies?

SPIRITUAL ZOMBIES? COMPASSION FATIQUE? TALKERS BUT NEVER DOERS. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: James 2:15 If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, 16 And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them ...read more

Scripture: James 2:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God