Sermons on Jesus Christ Ruler:

The Gift Goes On Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009

Paul, Pt. 11

THE GIFT GOES ON (2 CORINTHIANS 9:6-11) Billy Graham told the story of a strong man who was traveling with a circus. One of his most impressive stunts was to take an orange and squeeze every last drop of juice out of it. Then he would offer one thousand dollars to anyone who could manage to squeeze ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Finer Points Of Love (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Feb 2, 2009

This series examines the fifteen characteristics of love found in I Cor. 13:4-7.

Would you agree, small details can be very important? Consider the following examples. If you and your family are leaving on a dream vacation to Hawaii, it is important that you remember to carry your tickets. If you and your friends are leaving on a Gulf fishing trip, it is important that you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

More Than A Monkey Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 11, 2007

More Than A Monkey: A Thoughtful Yet Incomplete Attempt, In Less Than 30 Minutes, To Address Questions Of Creation, Evolution, And The Origins Of The Universe And Why Such Questions Have Any Relevancy Or Importance In A Community Of Hurting People Stumbl

More Than A Monkey: A Thoughtful Yet Incomplete Attempt, In Less Than 30 Minutes, To Address Questions Of Creation, Evolution, And The Origins Of The Universe And Why Such Questions Have Any Relevancy Or Importance In A Community Of Hurting People Stumbling Towards Christlikeness In The Power Of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Ache To Love

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 11, 2007

Imagine with me a world where love and forgiveness triumphed over hurt and rejection.

The Ache To Love: Luke 15:11-32 August 21, SDC Sunday 2005 Intro: What is worth living your life for? I believe that deep within each of us lies a heartache. Down in the deep places, the places we often avoid and try to hide, the places we try to avoid. The places we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

God Unexpected: The Last Part Of The Gideon Story Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

God specializes in the “unexpected.” I think it is because what we “expect” is so often not in line with who God is and what God desires, that we get caught a little off guard, a little by surprise, when we step back and see what God is doing.

God Unexpected: The Last Part of the Gideon Story Judges 6:33-8:4 May 7, 2006 Intro: God specializes in the “unexpected.” I think it is because what we “expect” is so often not in line with who God is and what God desires, that we get caught a little off guard, a little by surprise, when we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Prepares Those He Calls Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Nov 12, 2007

Moses serves as an example of how God prepares us for the task he’s calling us to.

We’re talking about being backyard missionaries - people who are touching others with the love of God in our every day lives. Last week we talked about this being incarnational mission, and if you missed that you can listen to it on the web, just visit our church website for directions. A few ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Is My Life? Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Mar 27, 2008

James has some strong words for those who would boast and brag about wealth rather than follow God’s will for their life.

What is my life? James 4:13-17 The Attorney and the Fisherman A hard-driving corporate attorney saw a fisherman he knew from church one afternoon, legs dangling off the pier as he helped his two young sons catch crabs. “Why aren’t you out there fishing?” he asked. “Because I’ve caught enough fish ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Why Worry

Contributed by Marty Roark on Jul 6, 2007

Even with every second of everyday filling our lives with uncertainties and problems this world throws at us it is still possible to live that life without worries.

WHY WORRY? Almost every second of everyday of our lives we are surrounded by the uncertainties, and problems this active world throws at us. And because of this we can feel a little overwhelmed at times. We are so filled with daily activities like job responsibilities, meetings, serving in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6

Denomination: Baptist

"Answer The Call" Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Jul 21, 2007

(Outline is from a message by Rick Warren) While God uses many means to speak His will to us, this message examines four primary ways to hear God.

Introduction: I. Last Sunday we spoke of the need to “Cultivate a Heart to Hear God” A. If, and we believe God does speak; as His sheep, we should be able to hear Him. B. If, and we believe God does speak; we should be able to discern what He has said. II. The premise of last Sunday’s message ...read more

Scripture: Job 33:14

Denomination: Methodist

Esther: For Such A Time As This

Contributed by Galen Hackman on May 23, 2007

Four practical lessons we learn from the life story of Esther, one woman who’s faith saved a generation and changed the world.

For Such A Time as This Esther 4 The book of Esther is set in the fifth century BC, in the Persian Empire during the reign of Xerxes, son of Darius and grandson of Cyrus. Xerxes reigned from 486-465 BC. We know quite a lot about his kingship from secular sources. Those dates may not mean much ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Brethren

Tongues And The Fullness Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on May 30, 2007

this is a topical exposition of speaking in tongues and the filling of the Spirit from Acts 2:4, from a non-cessasionist, but non-charismatic position

Text: Acts 2:4, Title: Tongues and the Fullness, Subject: Tongues and filling, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/3/07, AM A. Opening illustration: as a brand new Christian, I was in my first year of college when I saw a sign for a bible study. So, I went and met with Cliff, and they challenged me about the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:4

Denomination: Baptist

Take Your Son

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 4, 2007

This sermon was the culmination of a fund-raising/pledge campaign to underwrite a new staff member’s salary

Elisha summoned Gehazi and said, “Call the Shunammite woman.” So he called her. When she came to him, he said, “Take your son.” She came and fell at his feet, bowing to the ground; then she took her son and left. 2 Kings 4:8-37 (NRSVA) I’d like to make an understatement…children make life ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-37

Denomination: United Methodist

Relying On God Series

Contributed by James Jack on Jun 9, 2007

In a culture which prizes self-sufficiency, we need to rely on God.

Australian males prize self-sufficiency. It’s not masculine to ask anyone else for help. It’s not macho to admit that you can’t handle something on your own. I’m probably one of the worst offenders when it comes to having this sort of attitude. I hate anyone having to show me how to do anything, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 59:1-17, Psalm 59:12

Denomination: Anglican

Protectiing Creation

Contributed by Malcolm Chester on Oct 11, 2007

A Harvest Sermon on the theme of protection our God given environment

Creation is a tremendous mystery. You can begin to understand what a wonderful mystery creation is when you get asked a question like ’Where did God come from?’ Now an obvious answer to that question is ’well, God didn’t come from anywhere, he has always been here.’ Then you read the opening words ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Peril And Blessing Of Glorifying God

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jan 22, 2011

Glorifying and giving thanks keeps us safe.

Rom 1:21 Because that, when they knew God, they glorified (doxadzo honored, praised worship) him not as God, neither were thankful; (appreciate, favor) but became vain in their imaginations, and their foolish heart was darkenedzo 1Co 6:20 For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:21

Denomination: Pentecostal