Sermons on Initiative:

Remember My Chains

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Nov 12, 2002

A sermon for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church

A Call to Prayer – International Day of Prayer November 10, 2002 Remember my chains. Those are Paul’s final words in Colossians – a command for the Christians to whom he writes to remember the suffering he is facing because of his sharing Jesus with others. We want to take the time today to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:3, 1 Corinthians 12:26

Denomination: Baptist

A Cord Of Three Strands

Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 18, 2002

"A threefold cord is not quickly broken" Ecclesiastes 4:12.

Theme: A cord of three strands Text: Ecclesiastics 4:9-12; Matthew 19:1-9 Marriage should follow the same pattern that God Himself established at the dawn of human history at the marriage of Adam and Eve. In that marriage we can almost picture Eve coming to Adam on the arm of the Lord Himself. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-9, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Let's Get To Work

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Mar 27, 2002

God wants us to be positive about His work. We as believers should not have the “TGIF” attitude about the Work Of God.

LET’S GET TO WORK TEXT: Hebrews 13:21 “Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is wellpleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.” What do the initials TGIF mean. “Thank God It’s Friday” This can be positive or ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:21

Denomination: Baptist

How To Communicate Change

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001

Communicate how the innovation will meet a genuine felt need of the people. Demonstrate how the change will meet some immediate needs as well as holding promise for long term needs. Distinguish between needs and wants. Some people may want to own a new Pe

HOW TO COMMUNICATE CHANGE 1. Communicate a respect for the people’s traditions, culture, and appreciation for its leaders. Express your desire to see that the people receive the maximum benefits both in the short range and the long range. Benefits should include not only monetary, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sharing The Sorrow Of God Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Jul 15, 2006

Examination of the second BE-Attitude: Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

PURSUING HAPPINESS : Sharing the Sorrow of God Matthew 5:4 and 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 1. Last Sunday we commenced an 8 week journey through the Beatitudes that will take us up till the end of August. 2. Just a few reminders about this passage which forms the opening statements of Jesus’ Sermon on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: United Methodist

Taking Aim By Taking Authority Part 2 Series

Contributed by Charles Forshee on Sep 15, 2008

Continuation on How we must exercise Control over our own selves and submit to God in order to turn our life in the right direction.

Taking AIM for a Better Life Part 3 1 Corinthians chapter 9 ....... I believe will all my heart that God intends for His People to have a GREAT LIFE...... ...an Abundant.....Victorious.....Satisfying.... and a LONG LIFE .....full of JOY, ....Peace, and the Blessing of God..... Now, It is ...read more

Denomination: *other

Finding Friends In Low Places Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 12, 2008

Do you ever find yourself in a place where nothing is going right? The Apostle Paul came to Corinth in just such a state. Learn how God brought him help and fellowship just when he needed it.

The recent plunges by the world stock markets, bank failures, fortunes lost, even suicides by financial planners—all bring back chilling reminders of the Great Depression. 25% of Americans were unemployed. People couldn’t find work that lasted and many people lost their homes. Discouragement was at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-28

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Prevenient Grace

Contributed by Benny Anthony on May 8, 2007

This is a Walk to Emmaus Clergy Talk.

Please turn to page 52 in your Worship Book and join me in the Prayer to the Holy Spirit. Good morning, my name is Benny Anthony, and I took Gulf Coast Emmaus Walk #67, where I sat at the table of Peter. I worship and serve at NFMUMC. The title of this talk is Prevenient Grace. If you have your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thanksgiving In Feast & Famine

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Dec 6, 2007

Exploring and encouraging the principle of giving God thanks both in times of blessing and in times of tribulation.

Thanksgiving In Feast And Famine Thanksgiving Message, Perth Bible Church, 11/25/07 Rev. Todd G. Leupold Introduction Ah, Thanksgiving – big, fat juicy turkey, prim pilgrims in their ’Sunday best,’ oodles & oodles of fun, gentle Indian friends, beautiful outdoor picnic . . .! How could they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Harvest....what's Involved?

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jun 15, 2008

As disciples of Jesus, each of us are called to live in the harvest. At times this can be quite daunting, this sermon explores what is involved in living in the harvest from Jesus perspective.

As a young boy growing up in Horsham I always knew when the harvest was on. You see, on my way to school I had to ride past the local silos. And when the harvest was on, there would be wheat trucks lined up waiting to drop off their load. And you also knew when it was a great harvest because the ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Dead To Sin; Alive To God (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 23, 2008

How do we reject sin and enter the real life God wishes for us?

Should we continue in sin in order that grace may abound? 2By no means! How can we who died to sin go on living in it? 3Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? 4Therefore we have been buried with him by baptism into death, so that, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Y Give?

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 14, 2006

Why are called to give of our time, resources and talents to God?

Y Give Matthew 14.13-21 This morning we start a sermon series of questions all beginning with the word ‘Why.’ Over the next number of weeks we are going to look at why we do certain things as a Christians. This morning we are going to look at giving. Right at the start of this sermon I want to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Sharpen One Another

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Feb 22, 2006

Purpose: Have the listener realize we all need a friend to help us stay sharp in Jesus.

"Sharpen One Another" Scripture: (Proverbs 27:17) Purpose: Have the listener realize we all need a friend to help us stay sharp in Jesus. Introduction: The mayor of Philadelphia and his wife were sitting at a McDonald’s restaurant one day when the mayor noticed his wife in deep conversation ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Other

It Will Be Okay

Contributed by Monty Newton on Dec 9, 2006

If God is in it and we are in it with God... it will be okay.

Title: It Will Be Okay! Text: Luke 1:26-38 (Matthew 1:18-25) Thesis: If God is in it and we are in it with God… it will be okay. Introduction The McDonaldization of Society was written by George Ritzer and published in 1995. In his book, he asserts that society tends to take on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Husbands Be Considerate

Contributed by Steven Cannon on Jan 15, 2007

Husbands be considerate of your wives.

HUSBANDS BE CONSIDERATE 1 Pet 3:7 Husbands, in the same way be considerate as you live with your wives, and treat them with respect as the weaker partner and as heirs with you of the gracious gift of life, so that nothing will hinder your prayers. Be understanding. Be chivalrous. The woman has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ