Sermons on January:

"Tasting And Seeing The Goodness Of God"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 2, 2011

A sermon about being salt and light in the world.

Matthew 5:13-20 “Tasting and Seeing the Goodness of God” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridgeumc.com When I was about Mary Ellen’s age, I happened along my dad, who was sitting in the kitchen, eating an apple. My curiosity ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by David Smith on Feb 4, 2011

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they wil

We have as our Gospel reading this morning what is certainly one of the best known and best loved portions of the Bible. Along with 'The Lord is my Shepherd' and 'For God so love the world ...', these verses from the beginning of Matthew Chapter 5 must be amongst the most frequently quoted words ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Letting God Take Care Of Our Cares

Contributed by Bart Leger on Mar 1, 2011

Chronic worry is killing us. It can affect our daily life emotionally and physically. But the good news is that God offers us a wonderful exchange. His unexplainable peace in exchange for our worry, anxiety and care.

Letting God Take Care of Our Cares 1 Peter 5:6-7 Does anyone here this morning consider themselves prone to worry? Do you sometimes dwell on what might happen if _____________? Well, you’re not alone. I tend to worry about the most inconsequential things ever. Like what will people think? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Here I Raise My Ebenezer

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011

Remembrance Day message.

Message for Remembrance Day 2011 – Calvary Baptist Church 1 Samuel 7:7-12 – Here I Raise my Ebenezer It is a pleasure for me to share with you today, on this very special day, a word from the Bible. My family and I honour this day in particular because my grandfather served in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Gift For Those Who Seem To Have Everything Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 29, 2011

This is the final sermon in a series that examines some of the overlooked gifts that God gave us that first Christmas. This message shows that God gave a gift that first Christmas for each and every person.

Most of us have a person in our lives that is impossible to buy for. The question that plagues many of us during the season is, “What do you get the person that has everything?” The answer is, “a gift card.” A recent New York Times article looked at the gift card industry. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Live By Faith

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Jan 15, 2012

The Bible, however, teaches that faith is the key to everything for the Christian. By faith we come to Christ. By faith we live our Christian lives successfully. Without faith it is impossible to please God. In other words, faith is central for Christian

Romans 1:17 January 15, 2012 For in the gospel a righteousness from God is revealed, a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: ''The righteous will live by faith." (Romans 1:17 NIV) It never ceases to amaze me just how gullible people are. Listen to some of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:17

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Michael Bolin on Mar 26, 2011

Christian funeral service

Friends, we have gathered here to praise God and to witness to our faith as we celebrate the life of Vera Helen Stevens. We come together in grief, acknowledging our human loss. May God grants us grace that in pain- we find comfort, in sorrow- hope, in death- resurrection. When you think of Vera ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

God's Son Is Baptized

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 21, 2011

EPIPHANY 1 - God's Son is baptized by John the Baptist. Jesus came to his Father's work. The Father praises our humble worker.

GOD’S SON IS BAPTIZED (Outline) January 9, 2011 - Epiphany 1 - MATTHEW 3:13-17 INTRO: Mankind’s sinfulness needs God’s forgiveness. Jesus came into this world as the very love and mercy of God. Jesus did not travel from place to place with fanfare. Jesus did not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Reveals His Glory At A Wedding

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 21, 2011

EPIPHANY 3 - Jesus reveals his glory at a wedding by his presence and with his present.

JESUS REVEALS HIS GLORY AT A WEDDING (Outline) January 23, 2011 - Epiphany 3 - JOHN 2:1-11 INTRO: Jesus’ public ministry in the flesh on earth lasted about three years. The gospels give us a detailed look at some important events in Jesus’ earthly life. We learn of ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Strongmen Of This Millennium

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jan 19, 2010

The enemy has released certain powers into this millennium and these powers have started to do a lot of havoc since 2000 AD. It is very important to stand up, take up the garment of a soldier and fight your way to victory

THE STRONGMEN OF THIS MILLENNIUM Dr. D. K. Olukoya The enemy has released certain powers into this millennium and these powers have started to do a lot of havoc since 2000 AD. Our message this week will focus on “The strongmen of this Millennium.” Zechariah 1: 1 says, “In the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living By The Word

Contributed by Tom Tarpley on Jan 19, 2010

Benefits of knowing God's Word

Introduction: Are you reaping the benefits that go along with being heirs to the Kingdom of God? If you profess to be a Christian Disciple of Jesus Christ and you have fully surrendered your heart to God, and you are obedient and walking in the path that leads to God, then you should be ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:23-25

Denomination: *other

God's Word Became Flesh

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 25, 2010

Christmas 2(A) - Because God's word becomes flesh: Our Savior, Jesus Christ, brings blessings and reveals our (and his) heavenly Father.

“GOD’S WORD BECAME FLESH” (Outline) January 3, 2010 - Christmas 2 - JOHN 1:14-18 INTRO: The most profound mysteries of God are often discovered in the simplest truths only understood by faith. The birth of our Savior in Bethlehem is a good example. Numerous people ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Here Is My Servant

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 25, 2010

Epiphany 1(A) - God declares: "Here is my Servant". Jesus will bring justice to the nations. Jesus will be the light for all nations.

“HERE IS MY SERVANT” (Outline) January 10, 2010 - Epiphany 1 - ISAIAH 42:1-7 INTRO: During the Epiphany season we are given an insight into the divine nature of God’s Son, Jesus. Jesus’ divinity is revealed by his miracles, healings, and words of truth. The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Believers Have Reason To Boast

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 25, 2010

Epiphany 4(A) - Believers have reason to boast. Boasting is never because of one's human flesh. Boasting is always found in the Lord!

BELIEVERS HAVE REASON TO BOAST (Outline) January 31, 2010 - Epiphany 4 - 1 CORINTHIANS 1:26-31 INTRO: Pride and boasting are words coupled with great sinning. It was the pride of Adam and Eve that brought sin into the world. Out of pride they disobeyed God and did as they pleased. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Sanctity Of Human Life- Abortion

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 23, 2012

A sermon on abortion (Seed thoughts taken from Byron Holtsclaw and conclusion seed thoughts taken from another sermon on SermonCentral: Abortion - A Matter of Life and Death by Scott Kircher)

HoHum: Talking about the church past couple of weeks. Start back next week. 4 purposes of church: Evangelize- Luke 19:10: For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost. Edify- 1 Thessalonians 5:11: encourage one another and build each other up Minister to those in need- Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ