Sermons on Immature Christians:

How To Really Love My Wife Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 5, 2008

51st in a series from Ephesians. Husbands are to love their wives in the sawm way Christ loved the church.

As I was preparing my message this week, I came across this definition of marriage: Marriage is when you agree to spend the rest of your life sleeping in a room that’s too warm, beside someone who’s sleeping in a room that’s too cold. Although we may chuckle a bit at that, perhaps it is a much ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Baptist

Communication Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on May 10, 2008

After the courtship and story book wedding, a marriage ensues and communication that was so easy before starts to degrade. This has much to do with male and female differences and needs.

SE050408 AFTER HAPPILY EVER 1. Communication INTRO If you’ve ever read The Little Mermaid story or watched the Disney version, you might think this is every woman’s fantasy. It’s a wonderful, romantic fairy tale of a beautiful girl falling in love with a handsome, rich and dashing prince, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Set Apart Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 6, 2007

First in a series from the Book of Ephesians. As belivers, we are set apart for salvation, service and spiritual blessings.

This morning, we’re going to embark on some basic training. For many of you who have served in our military, the concept is not a new one. Every branch of our military has some form of basic training that new recruits must complete before they are ready for duty. The todaysmilitary.com website ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

God Uses Ordinary People: Lydia Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 17, 2008

God makes a way when we get out of the way.

God Uses Ordinary People: Lydia Acts 16:14-15 Rev. Brian Bill 8/17/08 I thought I better get out ahead of something that happened to me in Mexico before my team members spill the beans. During our first Sunday in San Juan del Rio, we attended the worship service at the Community Center. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Who Needs Forgiveness?

Contributed by Susan Blader on Aug 25, 2008

Sometimes the people we think need forgiveness are the ones who already have it.

Tradition tells us that Abraham Lincoln once went to a slave auction. While he was there, he noticed a black woman who was about to be auctioned off, and entered the bidding. The bidding went back and forth until eventually Lincoln won, paid the price, and purchased her. When they brought ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Basic Training: Jesus Is Our Savior Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jan 15, 2005

This is the 3rd of a 5 part series on basic bible doctrines for our new congregation. (New Church Plant as of 4-6-03)

BASIC TRAINING #3 - JESUS IS SAVIOR ISAIAH 53:4-6; LUKE 19:10; 1 TIMOTHY 1:15 (Note: Drama "Another Day at the Bus Stop" can be purchased from www.willowdrama.com. Movie clips are used by permission through CVLI) INTRODUCTION: (Master & Commander clip: Chap: 15 Start: 0:49:47 End: 0:53:20 -3:43 ) ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6

Denomination: Christian Church

Waiting On The Lord

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 11, 2005

In this very familar passage in Isaiah 40 are the answers to 4 questions that most people have when called to wait on the Lord.

"WAITING ON THE LORD" TEXT: ISAIAH 40:27-31 INTRODUCTION WHO HERE LIKES TO WAIT? NOT MANY OF US DO, BUT NEVERTHELESS WE FIND OURSELVES DOING IT AN AWFUL LOT OF THE TIME... FREQUENTLY THROUGHOUT THE DAY AND COUNTLESS TIMES THROUGHOUT THE WEEK WE FIND OURSELVES WAITING.. WE WAIT FOR TRAFFIC ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31, Psalm 27:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Acquatic Judgment Of God Series

Contributed by Peter Chan on Feb 11, 2005

The Flood in Genesis is not a fairytale but a fact that should teach us not to be mistaken about God’s faithfulness in His promises to bless and to judge.

Introduction The question was asked, “Who in the Bible displayed financial wizardry?” The answer: “It was Noah. While the whole world was in liquidation, he kept his stocks afloat!” As I did a search on the Internet on “Noah’s Ark”, I came across a webpage where there was a colourful picture of the ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Uncommon Forgiveness

Contributed by Mike Hays on Feb 14, 2005

Solomon gives us a choice: We can walk in wisdom and exhibit an uncommon forgiveness when we are hurt or we can live as we know how to live by harboring resentment and bitterness.

Uncommon Forgiveness Proverbs 17:9 In Proverbs 17 there are some shady characters who exhibit shady characteristics in the way they live their life. Some of these folks, who evidently were alive and well in Solomon’s day, are still with us. We read about them in Newsweek, People, and in our local ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Uncommon Wisdom

Contributed by Mike Hays on Feb 14, 2005

Walking with God gives us an uncommon wisdom for living life that is not available to us through any other means.

Uncommon Wisdom Proverbs 16:16-20 I have been so blessed throughout my life to have people in my life who have been willing to teach me. I’m not talking about lessons learned from books, although I’ve learned some good lessons from classes that I’ve had throughout the years. The lessons that have ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:16-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remedy Part 1: The Remedy For Hopelessness Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Apr 14, 2009

Easter Message 2009: Our lives are filled with hopelessness as a result of our sin. God provides the remedy through Christ’s death and resurrection.

REMEDY The Remedy for Hopelessness “The resurrection gives my life meaning and direction and the opportunity to start over no matter what my circumstances.” -Robert Flatt Intro: So, here we are at Easter 2009. Nearly 2,000 years have passed since Jesus died on the cross and rose from the grave. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:24-28

Denomination: Church Of God

Passover/Unleavened Bread

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 14, 2009

A look at how Jesus fulfilled the Jewish Feasts of Passover and Unleavened Bread by his crucifixion and burial.

Note: This sermon was a joint presentation by our two Pastors. Pat: This year Dana and I have decided to take some time to focus on some of our rich heritage as followers of Jesus Christ. As we’ve consistently pointed out, the Bible is, from beginning to end, the account of the reconciliation of ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

When The Heavens Become Brass

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Apr 17, 2009

For your life to prosper, the heavens must be involved, because the heaven above us is seeing everything. If a man is ever going to prosper, he cannot do it outside of heaven. A destiny remains stagnant until a connection is made between earth and heaven.

WHEN THE HEAVENS BECOME BRASS Dr. D. K. Olukoya The message of this week is for those who believe in the God of the suddenlies, those who know that no matter how fast the enemy has been running, just a word from the Master is enough to halt his race. After all, in the beginning, when the earth ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

I'm In The Know – Are You? Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009

People seek Power, but God’s power of salvation is revealed according to his sovereign will.

“I’m in the know – are you?” Gladstone Baptist Church – 6/8/06 pm S1 - Many people have sought to find power in the past – but many have looked for it in the wrong place (sought the wrong god) – OOPS <Show video clip from the Phantom about people’s desire for ultimate power> Over history many, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

Downward Mobility Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Mar 14, 2009

Part 9 in series Slowing Down, Dave talks about the four components of The Daily Office - stopping, centering, silence, and scripture.

Downward Mobility Slowing Down, part 9 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers January 31, 2009 Upward mobility is the strongest pull of our culture. When you think of the American dream, what do you think of? I think about someone starting out poor who is able to start a business, and work ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-12

Denomination: Free Methodist