Sermons on Importance Of Gates:

Pull Together Not Apart

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 5, 2013

In the selection process of church leaders we must see the importance of purpose as well as process.

1. Fatigue Back in the 90’s there was a President of Harvard University named Neil Rudenstine. Now, one of the major roles of college president is to raise money for the institution so they can pay the salaries and other financial responsibilities of the organization. And Neil Rudenstine was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Dale Miller on Sep 25, 2012

THIS MESSAGE DEALS WITH JESUS TELLING THE PEOPLE THAT HE IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN PHYSICAL FOOD.

CLW 9.23.2012 JOHN 6:25-40 25When they found him on the other side of the lake, they asked him, “Rabbi, when did you get here?” 26Jesus answered, “I tell you the truth, you are looking for me, not because you saw miraculous signs but because you ate the loaves and had your fill. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Piety: The Family Virtue Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 15, 2012

The Christian has special duties to family. This is an important way to image Christ in our lives.

Monday of 3rd Week in Advent Gaudium et Spes The outpouring of grief around the world over the murder of twenty-six innocent people, twenty of them children, in Connecticut has generated a number of Internet videos featuring one or the other version of the Pie Jesu, a text of the Requiem Mass. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Catholic

You Want Others To Have It Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 26, 2010

The obsession to reach those who do not know Christ is an important mark of a church with "It".

SERIES: IT: Finding It, Keeping It, and Sharing It (freely adapted from Craig Groeschel’s It: How Churches and Leadesr Can Get it and Keep it) “YOU WANT OTHERS TO HAVE IT” MARK 2:1-12 OPEN We continue on this morning in our series: IT: Finding It, Keeping It, and Sharing It. The first ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lamb Is Promised Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Nov 18, 2009

As we enter into the beginning of the Christmas season, it is important that we look at the truh reason for the season.

The Lamb is Promised Genesis 3:1-21 Introduction This may seem like a strange place from which to preach a Christmas sermon. Yet, here in the midst of man’s greatest tragedy, is the revelation of man’s greatest hope. For it is in this tale of sin, judgment and death that we meet the message of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Law And Disbelief Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 25, 2009

The law is important in making us aware of our sin but Jesus is greater than the law.

Hebrews: Chapter 3 September 14, 2008 The Law and Disbelief I want to start off this morning with a little interaction. What I want to know is who are your heroes? Who are those people you really look up to? Who are those people you really respect? Anyone willing to share with us one of their ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: *other

We Can Complain, But Do We Listen?

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 25, 2009

Message discussing the importance of listening FOR God’s response, even when we complain.

We can complain … But do we listen? Habakkuk 1:12-2:4 Introduction Have you ever complained to God before? Ever just laid out your heart to Him? Ever complained from your own desire because you thought you were right? Habakkuk was an Oracle, a man who spoke with God through prayer and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Does It Hurt? Society Series

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Jul 29, 2008

This lesson finishes the "Where Does it Hurt?" series with a look at the importance of families in society and the church.

WHERE DOES IT HURT? Text: Ephesians 5:22-6:4 Scripture Reading: Ephesians 5:22-6:4 INTRODUCTION: 1. In this series we have tried to discuss some of the attributes of families and the individual responsibilities of each family member. 2. We have looked at these areas: a. We defined the family b. We ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reformation Trapeze

Contributed by Matt Hoffmann on Oct 23, 2009

We learn about the most important aspects of the Reformation through the example of the Trapeze artist...

Sermon 102509 Reformation Sunday Romans 3:19-28; John 8:31-36 Happy Reformation Sunday! What is it that we are celebrating today? That’s right, October 31, 1517 is the day that a Professor of Theology and Monk named Martin Luther nailed 95 Theses onto the door of the Chapel at Wittenburg. And ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-28

Denomination: Lutheran

The Deity Of Christ

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

The Trinity, Incarnation, Lordship of Christ and various heresies are discussed, along with the importance of sound doctrine.

The deity of Christ APOLOGIES- Scratching surface; hard thing is not how to find info, it’s what to select and cut to make digestible. 1. TRINITY & INCARNATION WHY the Trinity/Incarnation? Huge subject, possibly the hugest. What could be bigger than GOD (i.e. the Creator of all men) becoming MAN ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Be Respectful Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008

The Bible teaches us that it is important for the leaders and those they lead to love and respect each other

"Be Respectful!" TEXTS: 1 Thess. 5:12-13; Stephen Hawkins is one of the finest scientist in the world today, with a mind so brilliant that he has been compared to Einstein and others who have shaped the world with their keen intellect. Yet, with his mind in perfect working order his body is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Springing Forth With Life

Contributed by Chip Monck on Apr 10, 2008

This message emphasizes the importance of a passion for God’s Word in the heart of the believer for growth and maturity.

Matthew 13:1-9 (reader 1), 18-23 (reader 2) – (While the readers read the scripture, I was handing out a small packet of flower seeds to each person in the congregation) - Seeds suffer different fates - Open packets - Tie to seeds in their hands - Describe their likely fate But what is the seed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Wesleyan

Will You Rob God?

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 5, 2008

Message on tithes and offerings; and the importance of being right before the Lord PRIOR to offering to Him!

Will you rob God? Reference: Malachi 3:8-18 Introduction Last week, we talked about four different goals that you can use this coming year to strengthen your relationship with the Lord. They were 1) Give more time to God, 2) Devote myself to serving, 3) Dedicate more time to pray, and 4) Offer ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Awareness Of God

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 28, 2007

The single most important activity in our life is the time we spend alone with God.

Awareness of God 1 Peter 3:12 SCRIPTURE 1 Peter 3:12 The eyes of the Lord watch over those who do right, and his ears are open to their prayers. (NLT) The single most important activity in our life is the time we spend alone with God. PRAYER IS NEEDED BECAUSE MAN HAS A LIMITED AWARENESS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:12

Denomination: Church Of God

Becoming A World Class Missionary

Contributed by James Chandler on Nov 28, 2007

Philip demonstrates for us some very important principles in reaching out with the Good News

Philip and the Ethiopian Acts 8:26-40 Becoming a world class missionary- 1. Get in tune with the Holy Spirit. (Verse 26) Getting in tune with the Holy Spirit requires: Prayer Meditation Clear mind and focus I did an experiment by asking everyone in the auditorium to say their name ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ