Sermons on Improving:

…because It Was Done So Quickly!

Contributed by Kostas Emmanouilidis on Jan 8, 2009

Gypsy Smith, a British evangelist during the late 19th and early 20th century said the way to have revival is to draw a circle around yourself, get down on your knees and pray, “Lord send a revival and let it begin inside of this circle.” The reason I ch

…Because It Was Done So Quickly! 2 Chronicles 29 The reason I chose this present passage to begin the New Year is given to us in verse 17. Everything that was carried out in this chapter occurs in the first month of the Jewish religious calendar, which corresponds with our March/April. What a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29:1-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rules And Relationship Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 12, 2009

A couple of passages from "The Shack" have sparked the question, "How do rules and relationship interact in our relationship with God?"

Galatians 3:1-14 January 11, 2009 Rules and Relationship How many of you have read “The Shack?” The Shack is a novel about a man who had suffered great tragedy in his life, and is invited to spend a weekend with God. I read it this summer, on holiday. For the most part, I liked it, I’m not ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14

Denomination: *other

You Want Me To Follow You Where?

Contributed by Anne Benefield on Jan 19, 2009

Jesus wants us to follow Him to the places where we need to grow. It won’t be easy, but the reward is great.

You Want Me to Follow You Where? Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18; John 1:43-51 The Reverend Anne Benefield Geneva Presbyterian Church, January 18, 2009 Introduction: Our scripture lesson today is found in the end of the first chapter of the gospel of John. You may remember that John’s Gospel begins with ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51, 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lifting Up Tired Hands

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Jan 21, 2009

Pastor appreciation is very much in order. God’s word calls us to support clergy. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 we read...

LIFTING UP TIRED HANDS Exodus 17:8-13 Pastor appreciation is very much in order. God’s word calls us to support clergy. In 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 we are told: "And now, friends, we ask you to honor those leaders who work so hard for you, who have been given the responsibility of urging and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding Salvation Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 28, 2009

This gives us a good understanding of Paul’s teaching about salvation

UNDERSTANDING SALVATION Romans 10:1-13 * One of the saddest and greatest tragedies in history is recorded in April of 1912. The much heralded and unsinkable Titanic sank in the icy waters of the North Atlantic. The lost of life was tremendous. In the aftermath of this tragedy, I am told that a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Message From Prison-To Those On The Inside

Contributed by Mark Jones on Jun 15, 2009

Jeremiah’s call to God for great and mighty revelation from the inside of the King’s prison, discussing the prisons we see in our lives and God’s ability and willingness to set us free.

A Prison Sermon-To Those On The Inside Jeremiah 33: 1-3 1 While Jeremiah was still confined in the courtyard of the guard, the word of the LORD came to him a second time: 2 "This is what the LORD says, he who made the earth, the LORD who formed it and established it—the LORD is his name: 3 ’Call ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 33:1-3, Isaiah 33:1

Denomination: Methodist

Love In The Family Of God Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 8, 2012

God’s family is not to be conformed to the natural living of this world but to supernatural living which is produced, directed, & empowered by God’s own Spirit. Supernatural living is transforming the outer life by the inner life being conformed to C

CHRISTIAN RELATING SERIES ROMANS 12: 9-13 LOVE IN THE FAMILY OF GOD A small boy sat with his mother in church listening to a sermon entitled, "WHAT IS A CHRISTIAN?" The preacher punctuated his message at several key points by asking, "What is a Christian?" Each time, he pounded his fist on ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Restoring Our First Passion

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 11, 2012

Is "church" just a club? Do we attend a congregation just to be entertained or is there a deeper reason? Learning to OBEY God is essential to our lives. It is part of our passion for the One who is passionate about us!

1. Bad News The doctor shook his head. "John, you’re in terrible shape. You’ve got to do something, and I mean starting today. First, I want you to tell your wife to cook more nutritious meals. I want you to stop working like a dog. And tell your wife you’re going to make a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reasons For Thanksgiving To God

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 18, 2012

Thanksgiving Day in Canada has been a holiday on the second Monday of October since 1957. It is a chance for people to give thanks for a good harvest and other fortunes in the past year. Thanksgiving, or Thanksgiving Day, is a holiday celebrated in the U

REASONS FOR THANKSGIVING TO GOD Thanksgiving Day in Canada has been a holiday on the second Monday of October since 1957. It is a chance for people to give thanks for a good harvest and other fortunes in the past year. Thanksgiving, or Thanksgiving Day, is a holiday celebrated in the United States ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:16-22

Coming To America Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 27, 2012

A description of the sin that was in Rome and how it is reflected in our nation.

Video “Evidence of God’s Existence” Paul wrote the Book of Romans to the believers in Rome. He has praised them for their faithful living. He has encouraged them to remember their need for fellowship. He unlocked the mystery of the Gospel so that they could tap into the power to have authority ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Foursquare

The Gospel! Can You Hear The Music?

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 3, 2013

Have A Passion For The Gospel. Let God have you. Let God transform You. Let God Love You. And if you do, your heart will begin to hear the music and your feet will learn to dance .... as never before.

For Those unfamiliar with an Anglican Service. There are four readings prior to the Sermon. Today's readings were 1 Kings 17: 8-24; Psalm 146; Galatians 1: 11-24; and Luke 7: 11-17 A family from a remote area .... was making their very first visit ... to the big city. They checked into the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Anglican

Bioethics & Timeless Truths For Changing Times

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Jul 5, 2013

Bioethics & Timeless Truths For Changing Times

The rate of technological and cultural change is so fast and comprehensive in these days in which we live that futurist Alvin Toffler has likened the phenomena to waves sweeping over society and labeled the feeling of disoriented perplexity that settles over us in the wake as "Future Shock". Many ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Secret Place

Contributed by Segun Omole on Jul 13, 2013

I usually feel very privileged and honoured when people share their secrets with me. I mean "their own" secrets, not those of others (gossip)! This is because it's an indication or proof of trust.

Secret Place - Holy Ghost Psalms 91:1 - He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I usually feel very privileged and honoured when people share their secrets with me. I mean "their own" secrets, not those of others (gossip)! This is because ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

False Testimony Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Jul 26, 2013

This message examines two lies that the world is telling about the church.

July 21, 2013 Church Planting False Testimony Acts 6:8-15 Opening words: This summer we are looking at the first eight chapters of the Book of Acts. I have called this sermon series, Church Planting. So much has happened to this point. The Holy Spirit was unleashed on the world and the church was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:8-15

Denomination: Methodist

How To Be A Good Baptist Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 29, 2013

John the Baptist is the exemplar of the Christian witness which always points away from self and towards Jesus. The Gospel is all about Him, not us.

How to Be a Good Baptist John 1:19-51 Rev Mark Barber When I first preached this at Mt. Zion UMC, I put the sermon title “How to Be a Good Baptist” out on the sign in front of the church. You would not believe how many comments I received from people in the community, especially since the next ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-51, John 1:43-51

Denomination: Independent/Bible