Sermons on International:

Ehud: Eh Who? Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002

Part 4 of 6 of the series, Who’s That? Stories of little known people of the Bible. The whole book of Judges is filled with men and woman who are not preached about too often. Yet, there stories can be some of the most powerful told. Ehud’s story is a v

EHUD: "EH – WHO?" Judges 3:12-31 Read at beginning of service: Colossian 2:6-10 (NIV) 6 So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, 7 rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. 8 See to it that no one ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-10, Judges 3:12-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fearless Leadership Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 4, 2010

If we want to be an influence for good in people’s lives, then we cannot fear people. Instead, we must fear God and God alone.

One day, a bus driver was driving along his usual route. He didn’t encounter any problems for the first few stops; a few people got on, a few got off, and things went generally well. At one stop, however, a big hulk of a man got on. He was 6’ 8" tall, built like a wrestler, and his arms hung ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Ruth: A Love That's Amazing Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Feb 21, 2009

The third part of the series in Ruth.

Ruth: A Love That Amazes Ruth 3; 1 John 4:7 Pastor Ralph Juthman INTRODUCTION: ( Read 1 John 4:7) 7Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. There is nothing so immeasurable or as important as God’s love and yet His love ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Is This: The Word Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Mar 6, 2009

The first is a series on the Person of Jesus

Who Is This?p.1 John 1:1-3 “THE WORD” By Pastor Ralph Juthman INTRODUCTION: In 1 Kings 8:27 King Solomon asks, “Will God indeed dwell on earth?” You have probably heard of the campaign to publicize the non existence of God. Organizations like the Humanist League are spending millions of dollars ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Extreme Makeover – World Edition Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 2, 2008

God is ready for us to be dead and reborn rather than just “made over.”

Proverbs 4:23 (NIV) Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life. I had the verse put above the signature line on our checks. I had heard it in a song. It hits home with me. The Message paraphrase puts it this way: Proverbs 4:23 (The Message) Keep vigilant watch over ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding Contentment In A Culture Of Discontent

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 29, 2007

Christians who choose to pursue godliness rather than greed will find contentment in living a life of trust.

Title: Finding Contentment in a Culture of Discontentment Text: I Timothy 6:6-19 Thesis: Christians who choose to pursue godliness rather than their cravings, will find contentment in living a life of trust. Introduction According to a study by a non-profit research organization, RTI ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming A Man Or Woman Of God

Contributed by Andy Flowers on Oct 18, 2007

Instruction on how to become a man or woman of God.

Text: 1 Timothy 6:11-21 Title: Becoming a Man or Woman of God 1 Timothy 6:11-21 11 But flee from these things, you man of God, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance and gentleness. 12 Fight the good fight of faith; take hold of the eternal life to which you were called, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel & Who We Are Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 23, 2008

The Gospel is not about 1) Pleasing People; 2) A Human Centered Message; 3) A Human Devised Message, but a 4) Christ Centered Message.

Now that the Olympics are wrapping up in Beijing, one of the strangest events took place. International Olympic Commission President Jacques Rogge said that Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt was disrespectful to his rivals. He saw it as a disrespectful display of Ego as Usain won gold in the men’s ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10-12

Denomination: Other

The Pursuit Of Happyness

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 2, 2008

God knows best what will lead to our happiness. In this sermon I share a secular article that reveals research that proves that God knows best.

Introduction: A. What is your secret to living a long, happy life? B. The story is told of a woman walked up to a little old man rocking in a chair on his porch. 1. She said, “I couldn’t help noticing how happy you look, what’s your secret for a long happy life?” 2. The man said, “I smoke three ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Palms Or Passion?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 12, 2008

Two thousand years ago the crowd desired Jesus to do something spectacular in Jerusalem. There are many today who would want see Jesus do something awesome or miraculous, maybe raise a dead man before taking a step to acknowledge Him as their King and Lo

Illustration: “Hey sanna, ho sanna, sanna, sanna, hey sanna, ho sanna sanna sanna , ho sanna, hey sanna, Hey, hey JC, JC won’t you smile at me. Jesus Christ, if you’re divine, turn my water into wine. Prove to me that you’re no fool. Walk across my swimming pool. Hey sanna, ho sanna, sanna, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Friendship Factor - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Daniel Harman on Mar 19, 2008

Preaching on the importance of building & maintaining friendships. Encourages members to invest time in relationships & cultivate a ‘Friendship Factor’ within in the church & learn about its healthy benefits.

THE FRIENDSHIP FACTOR (Part 1) By Pastor Daniel Harman on INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP DAY MEDIA CLIP: Ice Age, Lethal Weapon or Friends OPENING SONG: I’LL BE THERE FOR YOU (FRIENDS THEME TUNE)or YOU’VE GOT A FRIEND (Nat King Cole) or LEAN ON ME Theme: Friendship Anagrams: DR FINE HIPS / RED FISH ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:32-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Free And Made Full In Him" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 4, 2008

Sermon 9 in a study in Colossians

“See to it that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deception, according to the tradition of men, according to the elementary principles of the world, rather than according to Christ. 9 For in Him all the fullness of Deity dwells in bodily form, 10 and in Him you have been made ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-10

Denomination: Orthodox

God's Power In You Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Oct 2, 2008

This is a message on the Baptism in the Holy Spirit from a pentecostal perspective

TITLE: The Holy Spirit, God’s Power IN the Believer TEXT: Acts 1:8 THEME: What’s the big Deal About the Holy Spirit P.S. Spirit can help us do it, if we ask Him to! He is the power source to live for God. We must plug into Him if we are going to live for Him! INTRODUCTION Illustration: The story is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Wants Us To Be . . . A Church That Learns From Jesus Series

Contributed by Joe La Rue on Feb 12, 2008

A consideration of discipleship.

Title: God Wants Us To Be . . . A Church That Learns From Jesus Series: The Church God Wants Us To Be, Sermon # 3 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 Text: Matt 11:28-30 Date Preached: January 27, 2008 Introduction A. In the late 1800’s a book was published by Charles Sheldon called In His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fly High - Acts Part 16 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 1, 2006

Acts chapter 18 reveals the importance of passing the torch onto to others so that the spread of the Gospel can continue. The Heart beat of the message of Christ goes on as others pass it on to others and take the time to mentor and disciple others.

Fly High – Acts part 16 On the lighter side of life: See funny pictures from aha.com Scripture Text: Acts 18 The Holy Bible, New International Version. Pradis In Corinth Ac 18:1 After this, Paul left Athens and went to Corinth. Ac 18:2 There he met a Jew named Aquila, a native of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational