Sermons on It Is I:

Satisfied Hunger-Part I

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 1, 2003

This is part 1 of a 2-part sermon. Jesus fed over 5000 people with five loaves & two fish. Jesus is able satisfy the hunger of those who follow Him. Where does Jesus satisfy the hunger of His followers? Jesus satisfies our hunger in the Right...

SATISFIED HUNGER-I—Luke 9:12-17 Need: Pushed to the limit? Removed from familiar & secure? Challenged with too much? Jesus fed over 5000 people with five loaves & two fish. Jesus is able satisfy the hunger of those who follow Him. Where does Jesus satisfy the hunger of His followers? 8 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Mom, I Love You

Contributed by Andrew Rogers on May 5, 2003

This is a message that looks at three great men of the Bible and attributes part of their greatness to the love, submission, and Faith in God that their mothers show.

I. Introduction A. As I was growing up there was a lot of turmoil in my family and my mother and I were not very close. We got along ok, but never really got to know one another. I left home when I was 13 and my mom moved back to Tennessee so that she could be closer to here family after she ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Do I Suffer?

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 9, 2003

Suffering is a part of the Christian life no one really enjoys. In the book of 1st Peter, the apostle explains to us why suffering is a part of our life, and God’s purpose in it.

Passage: 1Peter 1:1-9 Intro: number of months, been intrigued with the topic of suffering. 1. few things produce more frustration, few things produce such amazing growth in Christlikeness 2. my journey towards understanding has involved a few of you, class on Job 3. that class served to open ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

I Am The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 14, 2003

What did Jesus mean when he said: "I am the Bread of Life?"

18-05-03 Stody Jn 6:25-40 Can any one remember what the theme of this year’s Family Services is? Answer: The “I am” statements of Jesus. And today’s I am statement of Jesus is: “I am the Bread of Life.” Bread in Jesus’ day was the staple diet of those on ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-40, 1 John 6:25-40

Denomination: Anglican

I Speak, Therefore You Are Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2003

2nd in series on Holy Spirit. The Spirit’s role in creation, calling us to Wake Up! our spirits to the reality of God around us.

I Speak, Therefore You Are. Series: “The Holy Who?” May 10/11, 2003 Intro: THE NEXT SURVIVOR SERIES Six married men will be dropped on an island with 1 car and 4 kids each, for 6 weeks. Each kid plays two sports and either takes music or dance classes. There is no access to fast food. Each man ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:14, Genesis 1:2

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, I Want To Be Holy

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on May 18, 2003

Thesis: Because God is Holy, we who have come to Christ have been set apart from sin and set apart to God as a people of distinction and a people of difference. Therefore, we need to pursue holiness.

Lord, I Want To Be Holy Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 1:14 – 16 Thesis: Because God is Holy, we who have come to Christ have been set apart from sin and set apart to God as a people of distinction and a people of difference. Therefore, we need to pursue holiness. Introduction A Man was sitting in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am Says It All

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 6, 2003

We must either accept or reject Jesus.

I AM SAYS IT ALL John 8:48-59 S: Jesus Th: Deity Pr: WE MUST EITHER ACCEPT OR REJECT JESUS. ?: What? What must be either accepted or rejected? KW: Claims TS: We will find in our study of John 8:48-59 four claims made by Jesus in regard to His identity. The _____ claim Jesus made was in regard ...read more

Scripture: John 8:48-59, John 8:53-58

Denomination: Baptist

Why Should I Be Discouraged

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2003

Jesus refused to let people discourage, frustrate, or defeat Him because of their faulty perception of His worth. The Lord knew that His success was not determined by peoples’ estimate of His worth but focused on His heavenly Father’s overwhelming love, p

1. Jesus refused to let people discourage, frustrate, or defeat Him because of their faulty perception of His worth. The Lord knew that His success was not determined by peoples’ estimate of His worth but focused on His heavenly Father’s overwhelming love, power, and advocacy for Him and His ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Death: R.i.p. Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jun 15, 2003

This Easter sermon describes the birth, life-cycle and fatal blow (as delivered by Jesus) of Death, currently on life support until the end.

1 Corinthians 15:55 - Death: R.I.P. We are here today to announce the passing of a faithful attender of this church for many years. In fact this faithful one has been coming virtually since this church began. Although he’s not here every single week, we are often reminded of his presence. He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:55

Denomination: Baptist

God Is God And I Am Not

Contributed by Dennis Cocks on Jun 16, 2003

In our Scripture verses this morning we see God comparing man with Himself. He has all wisdom, knowledge, and all power, while man, man is nothing but dust. Steven Curtis Chapman put it this way in one of his songs, “God Is God And I Am Not.”

GOD IS GOD AND I AM NOT TEXT: ROMANS 11:33-36; PSALM 103:13-22 INTRODUCTION: In our Scripture verses this morning we see God comparing man with Himself. He has all wisdom, knowledge, and all power, while man, man is nothing but dust. Steven Curtis Chapman put it this way in one of his songs, “God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:33-36, Psalm 103:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

I Believe In God The Father Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 29, 2003

1. Faith must be specific. 2. Faith calls for surrender. 3. Faith must be adequate. 4. Faith must be personal.

Some time ago I read a bumper sticker which said, “Keep the Faith” printed in bold black letters. But underneath was another line in smaller print that said, “If you have any left.” We live in a very cynical and skeptical world, and many people are unsure of exactly what they are supposed to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 53:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Am I A Prodigal Son?

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Jul 6, 2003

Any Christian who strayed away from the Lord is considered a "prodigal son". Are you one of them?

Luke 15:11-25 Topic: Am I a prodigal son? Usually when we think of the Prodigal Son story, we usually think of a young man leaving home because he wanted to be grown and wanted to be able to do his own thing without asking for his parents permission. When we think of the Prodigal Son ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-25

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Not Ashamed Of The Gospel!

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jul 12, 2003

A sermon on Faith, Love, and Personal Witness.

“I Am Not Ashamed of the Gospel” Pastor Glenn Newton 6-2-02 “I have been reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also. For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5-12

Denomination: Nazarene

I Believe In Pontius Pilate Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 13, 2003

1. Jesus Christ humbled himself. 2. Jesus Christ surrendered himself. 3. Jesus Christ gave himself to save us.

The Apostle’s Creed, which we are studying, is a creed of contrasts. Listen to the stark opposites to which we profess faith: “I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary.” From that great pronouncement of Christ’s uniqueness, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-27

Denomination: Methodist

I Am To Blessed To Be Depressed.

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Jul 15, 2003

WE SOME TIMES FORGET HOW BLESSED WE ARE.

IST PETER 1;VERSE 3, TEXT. BLESSED BE THE GOD AND FATHER OF OUR LORD JESUS CHIRST. TITLE, I AM TO BLESSED TO BE DEPRESSED. WE LIVE IN A DAY AND A HOUR WHEN SO MANY PEOPLE ARE DOWN CAST AND DEPRESSED, THEY WALK AROUND LIKE GOD IS NOT ON HIS THRONE AND GOD IS NOT ALIVE. I HAVE GOOD NEWS TO TELL ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-8