Sermons on Impersonal:

My Father's World Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Oct 29, 2001

This is installment two in a series I preached on "Anchor Points: Anchoring to the TRUTH in a Post-Modern World".

Anchor Points "My Father’s World" Genesis 1:1-25 February 6, 2000 Anchor Point #2: God has created all that is... Introduction ¡§Inherit the Wind¡¨ ¡V A Cinematic Travesty ¡§I was postmodern, when postmodern wasn¡¦t cool!¡¨ Jerome Lawrence and Robert Lee were men ahead of their time! They ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Was In The Stable?

Contributed by Ronald Keller on Dec 17, 2002

This Advent sermon uses the real and imagined contents of the stable, to help us think of the significance and symbolism of the place of Messiah’s birth.

“What Was In The Stable?” INTRODUCTION Taxes, taxes, taxes… Sales tax, excise tax, federal income tax, social security tax, state income tax, inheritance tax, gasoline tax, liquor tax, cigarette tax, property tax, deed tax, license and registration fees, building permits, hotel room tax, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

"My God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me?" Series

Contributed by Kevin Cummins on May 14, 2003

Christ went through a period of agony on the cross as He was separated from His Father. This sermon looks at the reason he was separated from His Father.

Today we come to the fourth week of our series on the Seven Statements from the Cross. Last week we saw Jesus entrust his mother to John, John would become her son, and her, his mother. We saw through their total obedience what kinds of sacrifice obedience can require of a family, spiritual and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-46

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Get God's On-Going Care For Me

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 29, 2001

The model of caring offered by Jethro has much to offer the church in responding to the crisis of care and how we need not depend on a superstar to get by.

HOW TO GET GOD’S ON-GOING CARE FOR ME Exodus 18:9-27 You will be for me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation Ex.19:6 is our theme for the year, let’s flesh that out a little. One cannot become "priests" and "holy" without help. How do we get this help so that when we do serve as God envisioned ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:9-27

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Shepherding The Flock Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 12, 2003

Pastors and elders, as a central purpose of their office are to care for souls. If not, they fail to obey God (1Pe 5:1-2, Acts 20:28), to the great detriment of the church. The goal of the elders and pastors of a church should be to see families and each

INTRODUCTION We know it by the abbreviated title: The Reformed Pastor. Originally it was - Gildas Salvianus: The Reformed Pastor, showing the nature of the Pastoral work; especially in Private Instruction and Catechizing; with an open CONFESSION of our too open SINS: Prepared for a Day of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Resurrection: Unbelieving Explanations & Believing Expositions

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 12, 2003

An exposition of the Resurrection based on 1 Cor. 15 with a view toward seeing how Paul defends the Resurrection.

INTRODUCTION Unbelieving Explanations (skeptical theories of the resurrection) Believing Expositions (the Pauline apologetic for the resurrection) Evangelically Defended (15:1-2), Scripturally Defended (15:3-4), Evidentially Defended (15:5-7), Experientially Defended (15:9-11), Logically ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Paul, The Pastor (His Farewell Address) Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003

Modern church leaders have often neglected the duties of overseeing the spiritual welfare of individuals and families. Sadly, biblical pastoral oversight is set aside for more promising programs. Instead, programs, facilities, and finances are impersonall

INTRODUCTION Savage Wolves: PT BARNUM - THE CIRCUS SHOWMAN - He delighted in showing an exhibit: THE HAPPY FAMILY - Lions, Tigers, and a little lamb. One asked if they had problems, Barnum said “Aside from replacing the lamb from time to time, there’s no problem.” We all know that there are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:16-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Old Testament's Doubting Thomas

Contributed by Darryly Mcauley on Oct 18, 2000

INTRODUCTION: Introduction: We are being conditioned out of neccesity to be sceptical people.

INTRODUCTION: Introduction: We are being conditioned out of neccesity to be sceptical people. We are always told that if it sounds too good to be true then it probably is. I heard this week, and maybe you did as well about an 81 year old man who was con'd out of $40,000 by a Canadian con artist. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21

How To Be Truly Satisfied

Contributed by Joel Preston on Nov 15, 2002

Only when we can truly say that, “the Lord is my shepherd,” will we ever be able to say, “I shall not want.”

HOW TO BE TRULY SATISFIED! Psalm 23:1 INTRODUCTION: 1. Psalm 23 contains a short yet beautiful portrait of our relationship with God. It promises comfort and protection to those who remain close to the Shepherd and demonstrates how our spiritual needs are met in the Lord. 2. It is one of the most ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Truly Satisfied

Contributed by Joel Preston on Nov 15, 2002

Only when we can truly say that, “the Lord is my shepherd,” will we ever be able to say, “I shall not want.”

HOW TO BE TRULY SATISFIED! Psalm 23:1 INTRODUCTION: 1. Psalm 23 contains a short yet beautiful portrait of our relationship with God. It promises comfort and protection to those who remain close to the Shepherd and demonstrates how our spiritual needs are met in the Lord. 2. It is one of the most ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Searching For At Christmas This Year?

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Dec 22, 2003

The gifts God has for us if we search

What are you searching for at Christmas this year? LK 2:12, 15, MT 2:1,2, 7:7 LK 2:25-38 There are ways that little boys know how to get through even though the way is hard. There is story about a little boy who wanted a watch for Christmas. It seems he brought it up a lot and his dad said “do not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:12, Luke 2:25-38

Denomination: Wesleyan

The New Covenant - So What?

Contributed by Don Jaques on Apr 2, 2003

The New Covenant means 1. God will change me from within, 2. I have full access to God’s presence, 3. I am freed from bondage to sin, and 4. I need not doubt my salvation.

Main idea: Through the New Covenant I can have a personal relationship with God. OBJECTIVES: Hearers will understand the difference between the Old and New Covenants. Hearers will understand why the New Covenant is so important. Hearers will enter into the New Covenant with God. Luke 22:7-20 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-20, Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Extreme Makeover-Contentment

Contributed by Mark Green on Jan 5, 2006

Contentment is an expression of communion with Christ and a reliance on His power and provision to prevail in all life situations.

Let’s begin this morning with a quick question. Raise your hand if you have had coffee from Starbuck’s in the past 2 weeks. Me too. Well I want to tell you that I am mad at Starbuck’s. I have drank coffee for years and been content with Maxwell House or Folgers. I was content to brew a cup coffee ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

One Can Make A Difference!

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Nov 2, 2007

This sermon examines Jesus influence upon Zacchaeus and how we can make a difference on others for God.

(This sermon was introduced by playing a video clip from the movie “Mama Heidi.” This movie touches on one of the deepest desires that lies within the heart of man. This desire is in the heart of believers as well as non-believers. Every person was created with a desire to make a difference. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Christ In Spite Of The Barriers

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 20, 2008

Christmas sermon discussing how the Magi overcame many obstacles to find and worship Christ and how we can help others overcome barriers to Him as well.

Finding Christ in Spite of the Barriers Matthew 2:1-12 December 16, 2007 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me/We: Top 10 Reasons why there was no room for Joseph and Mary in the Inn. 10. The Roman Government’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan