Sermons on John Mark:

Too Much On The Plate Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Feb 22, 2009

God’s people aren’t immune from grumbling and murmuring, but those who wish to lead effectively will pray for divine solutions in handling dissension.

In a small, struggling situation like those of many churches, it is tempting to look upon the “growing pains” of the early church with some degree of envy. They were adding to the church daily. They were filling up Jerusalem to overflowing with excitement about Jesus’ resurrection and the presence ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7, Acts 6:1

Denomination: *other

Total Reliance Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Mar 4, 2009

The more God can direct you, the more He can use you.

To what type of person does God give success? What kind of person is God able to empower and use in a mighty way? Is it the man or woman with the most talent or skill? Are looks or leadership ability the necessary traits? Is a high IQ essential to do great things for God? Obviously, the answer ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrected Lifestyle

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 9, 2009

Nehemiah shows us that to be a leader, you must really become a servant leader. He gives us some keen insight and lessons of what it means to be a servant leader today.

Resurrected Lifestyle Nehemiah 5:14-19 Dave Thomas, the founder of Wendy’s became a familiar sight to millions in his company’s television commercials. Dave also appeared in a lot of in store training films. In those, as in many of the more familiar commercials, he would dress as his workers. One ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:14-19

Denomination: Methodist

God's Plan For Supernatural Living Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Mar 10, 2009

What is God’s plan for the church? Is it to be a bunch of sacrificial people or is it to be people who Re-Present Jesus to a lost world?

Living the Supernatural Life – Part Two: God’s Plan Last week we introduced the concept that many of us are living far below our potential (kind of like a eagle living with turkeys) when it comes to the supernatural life. We live on a plane of existence that the rest of the world does…an arena ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Joy In Serving Christ Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 9, 2007

Last words are usually sad, but Paul’s last words, although serious, have an attitude of joy. The key to living for Christ with joy, is knowing how to die for Christ. In our text today, Paul is showing us how to die by giving us his view of death

Finding Joy in Serving Christ II Timothy 4:6-7 Purpose: To explain why Paul had been so successful in serving Christ. Aim: I want the listener to think more about being with Christ than they do about the hardships of serving Christ. INTRODUCTION: The key to living for Christ with joy, is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Do We Take Communion?

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Dec 10, 2007

Many times we end up doing things for the wrong reasons I thought it would be a good time to explain why we take communion every week

A church had an unusual ritual every Sunday morning. • Before the church sang the Doxology, they would stand up, • everyone would turn to the right and face a blank white wall, • and they would sang. • Every Sunday they did this • Finally a visitor to the church was confused and asked, • “Why ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:20-33

Denomination: Christian Church

The Mary Mission

Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Dec 11, 2007

Christmas Sermon

This morning I want to talk to you about one of the most important, yet ignored areas of life: your mission. How would you complete this sentence: my mission in life is…? Have you ever given it much thought? Bro. Mike, what exactly do you mean by my “mission”? In church we talk about missions and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Honor Your Spouse (Pp) Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 13, 2007

God tells us not to commit adultery. It is a matter of honoring your spouse and God.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we will continue with our Ten Commandments series. • It is interesting to me that after so many years, the 10 Commandments still hit us where we live. • Today we are going to open up a subject that is a real problem in our society. This issue at hand today is the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting To Know God On Your Trip Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 15, 2007

God’s purpose in your life is bigger than you. But to find that out, you have to follow God in faith.

Getting to Know God On Your Trip of Faith Making the Impossible a Reality – Part 4 Genesis 15:1-16 Everyone here is on a trip of faith. Some are thinking about placing their faith for eternal life in Jesus Christ. Others have made the decision to follow Jesus. These two groups of people still ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Why? (Theodicy)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 15, 2008

This is a sermon that focuses on that big question "Why?" Why do bad things happen to good people?

“WHY?” A young man, barely in his 20’s… lies dying of cancer with only a few months to live. He is a good man, never did anything bad in his life. He goes to church, and is even a member of the Deacons and … well… he WAS very dedicated about visiting the sick and shut-ins. Everybody loves him, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

By Faith Samson Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 28, 2008

This part of the series examines Samson as a hero of faith. It explores his terrifying rampage, torrid romance, torturous retribution, and timely repentance.

Chapter 14 Samson Do I need to give more examples? I do not have time to tell you about Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets. — Hebrews 11:32 NCV In Will Smith’s latest blockbuster he plays an unlikely superhero named John Hancock. Far from your average, ordinary, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32

Denomination: Christian Church

"Keeping On Into 2009 ”

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Dec 30, 2008

A CALL TO STEADFASTNESS, DEDICATION AND GREATER ASSURANCE THAT ALL OUR LABOURS IN THE LORD ARE NOT IN VAIN.

1COR 15:58 “KEEPING ON KEEPING ON INTO 2009 ” I DON’T KNOW WHETHER YOU ARE A LOVER OF BOXING AS A SPORT OR NOT BUT WHEN A BOXER HAS HAD ENOUGH THE TRAINER CAN ‘THROW IN THE TOWEL’ THIS SIGNIFIES WE JUST CANT GO ON ANY FURTHER….. WE OFTEN USE THE TURN OF PHRASE TO SAY WERE GIVING UP. IF WERE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Baptist

God's Supernatural Plan Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Nov 18, 2008

God has chosen to limit much of His activity upon the earth to the prayers of His people, to whom He has consigned dominion over the earth.

Living the Supernatural Life – Part Two: God’s Plan Last week we introduced the concept that many of us are living far below our potential (kind of like a eagle living with turkeys) when it comes to the supernatural life. We live on a plane of existence that the rest of the world does…an arena ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

King!

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 24, 2008

A spirit of wisdom and revelation gives you eyes of the heart that are wide-open to see the King, King Jesus

15I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, and for this reason 16I do not cease to give thanks for you as I remember you in my prayers. 17I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation as ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: United Methodist

Getting Out Of Our Comfort Zone Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Dec 9, 2008

Following the guidance of the Holy Spirit and being willing to get out of our comfort zone.

A lot had happened to the church since where we left off in chapter four. Persecution of Christians broke out in Jerusalem (primarily at the hands of Saul), the Christians have become targets, so all but the Apostles flee Jerusalem. Doesn’t sound like a very good situation, people forced to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Methodist