Sermons on John Chrysostom:

A Messiah Of The Word Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 13, 2010

When we read the Bible we need to understand what God is trying to tell us.

A Messiah of the Word Text: Matt. 12:1-14 Introduction 1. Illustration: A wife woke up one morning and said, “Honey, I just had a dream that you bought me a new gold necklace. What do you think it means?”“I don’t know, but Valentine’s Day is coming soon. Tuesday, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Those Things On The Side Of Your Head Do More Than Hold Up Glasses Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 21, 2010

We need to practice the skills of listening.

Intro: I would argue that one of the, if not THE, most essential skills we need to learn today, which will have the greatest impact on improving our relationships, is a skill you might be able to figure out from the title I have given to today’s message: “Those Things On The Side Of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

It’s Personal Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on May 22, 2010

If you claim to belong to Christ your life must reflect change.

May 23, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Ephesians 4:17-32 Subject: Living the Christ-like Life Title: It’s Personal We’ve been going through the book of Ephesians, one of Paul’s great masterpieces of theology. Last week I shared with you about what Paul says you are “in Christ” and the authority you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Working Toward A Great Marriage, Part 1 – Six Principles We Can All Apply

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 24, 2010

First in a two-part series on marriage.

Working Toward a Great Marriage Part 1 – Six Principles We Can All Apply Various Scriptures May 16, 2010 Me: In our year-long emphasis called, “The Year of the Family,” we’re focusing on how we can become a stronger family within the family of God, and also looking at ways ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:4-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Lord, Let The Fire Fall!

Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 24, 2010

This message is a call to repentance, and for spiritual purity and passion in hearts and lives of God's people. We've lost our fire for God, and we desperately need the fire of God rekindled.

Lord, Let The Fire Fall Text: I Kings 18:21-24 Intro: Ever since the day man discovered it, fire has been a useful tool. But man soon discovered that fire could be both friend and foe. Not only could it provide light and warmth and be used to cook food, but it could also do great harm. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21-39

Denomination: Baptist

Conflict Is An Essential Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 25, 2010

Conflict avoidance is often an indicator of a shallowness of love.

Conflict is an Essential: Relational Skills from the Bible for Today May 23, 2010. Gal. 1:11-3:5 Intro: This spring we have been looking at “Relationship Skills from the Bible for Today”. Last week I taught about the skill of listening, and so as a bridge from last week into this ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Nature Of God's Love Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 30, 2010

In this message we look at the Premise and Promise of God's love.

As we read through the book of Romans there seems to be some common themes that we see over and over again. The common topics are: The Law, Sin and Grace. And in case you are thinking those are probably common themes throughout the Bible, or the New Testament or even Paul’s letters, they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Wesleyan

How Can We Change Our Neighborhood? Part I

Contributed by David Scudder on May 30, 2010

Wouldn’t you love to see in our neighborhood what happened in our text to the city of Antioch? What can we do in order to see more of God’s blessing in our country? We know that just saying “God Bless America” is not going to do it.

Part I Acts 11:19-26 Purpose: To stir up God’s people to be more aggressive in spreading the gospel. INTRODUCTION: Wouldn’t you love to see in our neighborhood what happened in our text to city of Antioch? Acts 11:21 And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a large number who believed turned ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Saints And Sinners Series

Contributed by David Swinney on May 31, 2010

Sermon on the address to the saints at Ephesus, Ephesians 1: 1 - 2 and 2: 1 - 3

Sinners and Saints Ephesians 1: 1 – 3; 2: 1 – 3 A king sits on a throne thinking about all of his accomplishments—the foes he has slain, the armies he has conquered, the cities he has built, all the things that he has achieved in the course of his life. A prophet of God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Does God Speak? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 7, 2010

People will look at you so funny these days if you say that God is speaking to you. Many believe it is NOT really happening and they refuse to believe! Does God speak? Yes He does!

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 25, 2010 Date Preached: May 30, 2010 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Great Questions of Our Faith Sermon Title: Does God Speak? Sermon Text: 1 Cor 2:10-13 [ESV] 10 these things God has revealed to us through the Spirit. For the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Dog-Life Is Gone! Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Nov 9, 2015

God’s kingdom will come, but it can only be received by willing hearts. Let’s look at some thoughts about how we can make God’s kingdom more accessible to those around us.

The Dog-Life is Gone! Matthew 7:6-12 Intro: In the Peanuts comic strip, we find Snoopy thinking to himself: "Yesterday I was a dog. Today I’m a dog. Tomorrow I’ll probably still be a dog. Ohh…there’s so little hope for advancement." Well, there is hope for those who have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:6-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Every Member A Minister

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Nov 9, 2015

When pastors do what they must do, and people do what they are called to do, according to verses 12-16, our gifts lead to growth in at least six ways as we work as a team.

Every Member a Minister Ephesians 4:11-16 There was a lady who was visiting a church one Sunday. The sermon seemed to go on forever, and many in the congregation fell asleep. She liked to meet new people so after the service she walked up to a very sleepy looking gentleman, extended her hand in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Road To A Double Portion

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Nov 15, 2015

The Road to a Double Portion

The Road to a Double Portion Somebody say, I Want A Double Portion We know that Elisha went from being a ploughman, working in the fields one day, to being a prophet of the Lord the next. Elisha was tested at each step of the journey, Elijah said “stay here, don’t go any ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-9

Denomination: Foursquare

How Are You Walking

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 20, 2015

My wife and I like to walk on the beach. The problem is the sand that gets in your shoes affects the walk.

“How are you Walking” By Bishop M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Isaiah 40:31 “But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint” OPENING:- When we look at this ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Apostolic

How To Live Here Until We Leave Here Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Nov 24, 2015

Though we are "pilgrims and strangers" here on earth, there is a certain way we should live until we make it to our heavenly home.

How To Live Here Until We Leave Here I Peter 4:7-11 There was a teenage girl who's mother was in the National Guard. The mother's unit was activated and she was deployed to Afghanistan for one year. Because of this the girl was sent to live with her grandfather on his ranch in Texas. When she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist