Sermons on Improver:

Spiritual Amnesia

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Nov 5, 2002

Spiritual amnesia is forgetting the blessings of God. Here are four symptoms of this shameful malady.

Spiritual Amnesia Luke 17:11-19 Amnesia is a strange condition that involves a partial or total loss of memory. It may occur as the result of one of the following: ¡õ a blow to the head ¡õ psychic trauma ¡õ Alzheimer¡¯s ¡õ too much alcohol or narcotic use Sometimes it is temporary and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

Grace-Full Relationships Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 6, 2002

Our relationships must be based on Grace, not shame.

Grace-Full Relationships November 3, 2002 Luke 15:11-32 On the first week we looked at relationships where grace is not in place We talked about how when we try to control those around us for our own purposes we are living in the curse that Adam and Eve received when they sinned. (And though ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: *other

Unfinished

Contributed by Jim Kane on Nov 9, 2002

What are we building our lives toward?

For several years, an unfinished building, which looked like it was to be a hotel, stood along Interstate 69 south of Fort Wayne, I believe at one of the Marion exits. I often wondered what happened to create this unfinished monument of someone’s hopes and dreams. Did they run out of money? Did ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Church Of God

What's That Smell?

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 11, 2002

Message concerning being the "aroma of Christ."

What’s That Smell? 2 Corinthians 2:14-16 November 11, 2002 Introduction What are some of your favorite smells? Maybe it’s a favorite cologne or perfume. Maybe it’s the smell of your home – especially after you have been gone awhile and you walk in the door and that smell just hits you and you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-16, Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Wesleyan

Duty Consciousness

Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 13, 2002

“Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!” Matt. 25:23

Theme: Duty consciousness Text: Zeph. 1:7, 12-18; 1 Thess. 5:1-11; Matt. 25:14-30 Today’s Scripture reading from the gospel of Matthew belongs to what is referred to as the Olivet discourse as it was delivered as Jesus sat on the Mount of Olives. Addressed to His disciples it was intended to give ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Does God Allow Suffering?

Contributed by Randy Croft on Nov 15, 2002

How can a God of Love allow so much suffering?

Why Does God allow Suffering? by Randy Croft We’re in a sermon series now on "Questions We’d Like to Ask God." I don’t think that God is afraid of our tough questions. Isaiah 1 "Come and reason together." One of the top questions asked by Christians and non-Christians alike deals ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

26 Pentecost A

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Nov 15, 2002

Jesus commends the servants who risk trusting the master and produce good return but scolds the servant who is motivated in fear and fails to trust the master.

26Pentecost A Matthew 25:14-30 17 November 2002 Rev. Roger Haugen This summer, while we attended the Synod Convention in Swift Current, a friend pointed out one particularly fine house. It belonged to a person who was somewhat of a hero in the area. In that ranching area, one gains a certain ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Alive In Christ

Contributed by Eric Olson on Nov 18, 2002

In this sermon we will examine how Christ has saved us from death in sin, to life in Himself, discuss contemporary ways in which sin and Christ likeness are manifested, and we will thank God for His gift of spiritual life.

Alive in Christ Description: In this sermon we will examine how Christ has saved us from death in sin, to life in Himself, discuss contemporary ways in which sin and Christ likeness are manifested, and we will thank God for His gift of spiritual life can. Scripture Studied: Eph. 2:1-5 Key ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16, Ephesians 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preparing For Tomorrow…today

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Nov 23, 2002

As Christians we find ourselves in the position of waiting for the return of our Lord. How do we maintain an attitude of expectancy while in this position of waiting. The parable of the ten virgins teaches us a few things.

Preparing for Tomorrow…Today Text: Matthew 25:1-13 Intro: The title of my message tonight is “Preparing for Tommorow…Today” Now now matter what the title sounds like this is not an will planning clinic…and then again maybe it is! Illus: The story is told of a man who dreamt one night that an ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Worship And Its Benefits

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 24, 2002

True Worship and Its Benefits(Isa 58:1-12)Recognize: Rebellion, Repentance, Reverence, Relationship building, Responsibilities, Resources, Results

True Worship and Its Benefits (Isa 58:1-12) This morning you will learn how to engage in true worship and experience its maximum benefits. In the first twelve verses in Isaiah 58 we are taught how to: Recognize: Rebellion, Repentance, Reverence, Relationship building, Responsibilities, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Righteousness Par Excellence Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Sep 18, 2006

What God is after is a love relationship with His people – not legalism.

RIGHTEOUSNESS PAR EXCELLENCE Matthew 5:17-20 1. I have been an “average person” much of my life. • During my school years, I was an average student in my class. I studied and worked and aimed as high as I could, but I knew there were always those other students who would consistently achieve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Your Choice

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 9, 2006

A sermon for the 19th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 23 eye and Camel

19th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 23 Mark 10:17-31 "Your Choice" 17 ¶ And as he was setting out on his journey, a man ran up and knelt before him, and asked him, "Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?" 18 And Jesus said to him, "Why do you call me good? No one is good but God ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Commitment

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 4, 2006

Christians make commitments to God inorger to receive the opromises of God. However., while God keeps his side often take our part for granted and faile to listen to God as to our part of the bargan.

Commitment Means Doing Something James 1:19-1:25 This morning we are looking at another word. Commitment We all make them. We buy things and are committed to paying the bill. We pay taxes every time we turn around. Most of us have made commitments to other people in situations like ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Congregational

God's Expectation From The Church

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Feb 7, 2006

Church should understand God’s expectation from her.

“GOD’S EXPECTATIONS FROM THE CHURCH” Acts 2:36-47 I was watching the Olympic events and very pleased on the performance of some the U.S. athletes. One of the coaches was asked about his opinion on expectations set by the Americans, and he responded by saying, “I am not worried by expectations set ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-47

Denomination: Baptist

Built Up In The Faith

Contributed by W. Alderman on Feb 19, 2006

When one is edified, he is letting the Word powerfully have its effect in a Spirit filled manner.

Edification or "built up" in the Faith Pastor W. Max Alderman Text: Col.3: 16-21 Introduction: To be edified or "built up" in the faith requires that a man be filled with the spirit and obedient to the Word. In reality a person cannot be filled with the spirit who ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16-21

Denomination: Baptist