Sermons on Johnny Bartek:

For Whom The Bell Tolls

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 3, 2007

The bell of justification tolls not for our death, but for our life in Christ.

20070603 Title: For Whom the Bell Tolls Text: Romans 5:1-5 Thesis: The bell of justification tolls not for death… but for life! Introduction Over the centuries, bells have been used in every culture. Bells have been attached around the necks of free-roaming livestock so the herdsmen would know ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Marriage Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 24, 2006

This is a basic sermon about the importance of marriage.

“MARRIAGE” Gen. 2:15-25 INTRO – The word “marriage” conjures up all sorts of ideas and notions in people’s minds today. For some, it’s a source of humor, something to joke about. A couple of stories I read this week: A husband is advised by a psychiatrist to assert himself. "You don’t have to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

While You Were Out Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jul 26, 2006

Although Jacob got what he wanted as a result of his sinful conniving, he lost what he had. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding!

While You Were Out is the kind of reality TV show most people wouldn’t mind being a part of. In this program, work crews come to your house and renovate a room or two unbeknownst to you while you are out on a mini-vacation. When you return, you come home to a newly renovated kitchen or living room ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Fools

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 30, 2008

A sermon on 1 Corinthians 1:18- 2:5 about the foolishness of the cross, the foolishness of preachers, the foolishness of the church and the foolishness of the world. Michael Card’s song God’s Own Fool is basic theme- http://www.tsrocks.com/m/michael_card

Sermon for 1/27/2008 Introduction: Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson went on a camping trip. After a good meal they lay down for the night and went to sleep. Some hours later, Holmes awoke and nudged his faithful friend. “Watson, look up at the sky and tell me what you see.” Watson replied, “I ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Honoring God's Name Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Oct 24, 2005

This is the introductory sermon in a series on the names of God.

Hello I Love Let Me Tell You My Name Psalm 145 Intro: Do you remember the struggle to name your children? Meg and I spent hours praying and considering the names we wanted for our children. We looked through name books, websites, and family trees. Did we want to use family names, Biblical ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

"The Basis Of Our Thanksgiving"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 17, 2007

A Thanksgiving sermon.

Psalm 100 John 6:25-35 “The Basis of Our Thanksgiving” By Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor Grace UMC, Soddy Daisy, TN www.gbgm-umc.org/grace-sdtn The 100th Psalm was written for the people of Israel. God had basically said to them, “When you come into the Promised Land, and settle down in your warm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: United Methodist

Heroes #8: The World's Greatest Superhero: Jesus! Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Aug 30, 2008

Jesus is the world’s greatest superhero, and God wants us to be heroes, too – to follow in Jesus’ steps and go about doing good and loving people.

HEROES #8: THE WORLD’S GREATEST SUPERHERO: JESUS! INTRO TO SPEAKER: Discuss holidays, new dog & time visiting my mom in Saskatchewan. Discuss today’s Labour Day Classic – Saskatchewan Riders versus Winnipeg Bombers. WHAT MAKES A HERO SUPER? How many of you watched the Olympics? Michael Phelps ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:38

Denomination: *other

Open Heaven

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 2, 2008

A message about baptism and submission to the Lordship of Christ.

Dakota Community Church August 3, 2008 Open Heaven I want to begin by praying for the family and friends of Tim Mclean. My spirit is deeply grieved by the endless horrific examples of depravity that have resulted from the fall of man. 2 Peter 3:11 You ought to live holy and godly lives as you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Mennonite

Cherish Is The Word I Use To Describe

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 20, 2009

A sermon for husbands from Ephesians 5:28-33. (Outline taken from Gary Kusunoki on Blue Letter Bible)

Sermon for 6/14/2009 Ephesians 5:28-33 Introduction: A. A husband was told by the marriage counselor to try and be more considerate of his wife. So one day he came home from work. He looked real nice, he put on some cologne on, and he had a bouquet of flowers and a box of candy in his hands. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:28-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Word To The Rich Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 24, 2012

God's word has much to say about being "wealthy." This message reminds us about 'some' of what God has to say.

God’s Word to the Rich James 5:1-6 * Believe it or not, it is not a sin to be rich. However, we need to recognize two truths; First, when compared to this world we are ‘rich’ and next, because scripture has so much to say on the subject, we need to pay attention to this text. ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Soul Training

Contributed by Jon Lipka on Feb 26, 2012

As runners must train extensively for competition, we must work out our souls in order to successfully receive God.

This is a world of soul building. Life is a race, from here to eternity (to infinity and beyond). We are the runners; each one of us is an entrant in the contest. This is a win-loss situation, and what’s on the line is everything! So…how’s your training going? You are training, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Anglican

The Bullfrog

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Jun 30, 2014

To share a lesson of how we are somewhat alike and somewhat different than the bullfrog as Christians.

I have great news for each of you today. As many of you know, I made a pond at the parsonage shortly after our arrival to Leon 4 years ago. I have given several sermons and illustrations over the years about our little pond. It has really turned into a neat fun hobby of mine. One thing that has ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:16

Denomination: Other

When Memory Fails

Contributed by Anne Benefield on Jan 15, 2009

When we can’t remember who we are, our baptism connects us to Jesus and each other, gives us our identity, and gives us a vision of eternity in difficult times.

When Memory Fails Genesis 1:1-5; Mark 1:4-11 Reverend Anne Benefield Geneva Presbyterian Church, January 11, 1009 Introduction: The baptism of Jesus is a text read and proclaimed every year. The account from Mark is simple and powerful. Mark 1:4-11 John the Baptizer appeared in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Life Disappoints, Jesus Doesn't!

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Jul 22, 2010

A sermon on being encouraged through life's disappointments by the power of God in Jesus Christ!

Weddings! Barbara (our organist) has likely played at more weddings than I’ve ever performed, but I know she and I probably have some wedding nightmare stories to tell, if we could tell them. We might have to change the names to protect the innocent. If you know me, I like to start on time. ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

"Out Of The Mouths Of Babes"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jul 24, 2010

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that God sometimes uses children to communicate to adults truths about His ministry of Grace – unearned and unmerited favor - to believers and unbelievers alike.

2 Kings 5:1-14 (ESV) U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. West Fort Hood Chapel Independence Day 2010 First Sunday Killeen, TX 4 July 2010 Big Idea: God sometimes uses Children to communicate to adults truths about His Grace – God’s unearned and unmerited favor – and love ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-5, 2 Kings 2:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal