Sermons on July 4th:

From Redneck To Riches

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on May 19, 2006

This sermon describes our need to assess our earthly possessions from a heavenly perspective.

“From Redneck to Riches” Sermon on Matthew 13: 31-33, 44-52 Pentecost +10-Year A July 24, 2005 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field.” I don’t know about you, but I can’t help but read this passage from Matthew’s gospel and not think of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-52

Denomination: United Methodist

Da Vinci Cold

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 20, 2006

Why Jesus wouldn’t have married.

DaVinci Cold The whole ballyhoo about the DaVinci Code has left me cold. Unbelievers are expected to create trash, rumors, and heresies about Christ. That is basically what they do so this and the Gospel of Judas, the Lost Books, etc, etc ad infinitum and ad nauseum will always be with us. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Weeks Later…

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 26, 2005

A Communion Meditation for Sunday, September 4, 2005

One of the most important ways that the Bible can come alive to us is to be able to link events in the New Testament to events in the Old Testament. As we are able to do so (and a good cross-reference Bible helps) we are able to gain a fuller understanding of how Jesus Christ has fulfilled the Old ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1

Denomination: Church Of God

Dilbert Days

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 15, 2007

This one deals with the frustation of ordinary days.

Dakota Community Church July 15, 2007 Dilbert Days As you will have heard by now I am a fan of Dilbert creator Scott Adams. I get his comic in my e-mail every morning and I rarely miss reading his blog. Adams claims that his “gift” is the ability to “look at complicated situations and pluck out ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-17

Denomination: Mennonite

O Little Of Bethlehem Series

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Jan 14, 2008

Learn the story behind the writing this Christmas carol and the message in the carol

Heritage Hills Baptist Church December 30, 2007 Title: O Little Town of Bethlehem Text: various Introduction: I have one more message to give you in the series on stories behind the writing of the Christmas carols and the message in the song themselves. Today we will study “O Little Town of ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is Freedom?

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

We are called to be God’s ambassadors proclaiming freedom.

WHERE IS FREEDOM? 2 Corinthians 3:17 Pastor Brian Matherlee July 1, 2007 Strange United States laws from the book "Loony Laws" by Robert Pelton In Ottumwa, Iowa, "It is unlawful for any male person, within the corporate limits of the (city), to wink at any female person with whom he is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Action Intro Series

Contributed by Kelly Fellows on Dec 7, 2007

This is a survey of the book of James. It is an encouragement to make your faith a VERB and put God’s Word in Action.

VERB: Word in Action – A study of James INTRO Our theme verse for summer is found in James 1:22 Let’s read it together James 1:22 " Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says." JAMES We are going to explore this wonderful letter written by a man named ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22

Denomination: Foursquare

Freedom

Contributed by John Mccurry on Dec 17, 2007

He who the Son sets free is free indeed

Saturday, June 24, 2006 Freedom Gal. 4:26 – Gal 5.1 Have you ever a thought yourself to be in bondage? We have people today that we call terrorist that wants us to live in bondage. **read the list** In 1767 they threw a party! The Boston Tea party it was called – they dressed up as ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Looking For Camels

Contributed by Larry Breeden on Nov 3, 2006

Looking for the Promise and being ready when it comes

Looking For the Camels Gen. 24 INTRO: Do you love a Love Story? “chick flicks” not the guy thing, But I still enjoy the love stories of the Bible 1. Jacob & Rachel, Ruth & Naomi Ruth & Boaz 2. David & Jonathon (brotherly love) friendship 3. Isaac & Rebekah B. Story: Abrahm is aging, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-63

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Pays The Bill

Contributed by John Harvey on Jul 30, 2007

There is nothign left to pay for the price of sin.

“Grace Pays the Bill” July 22, 2007 Me: Having dinner with Alana at Carabba’s when the waitress says someone has paid my bill. I am at a loss. It is a great feeling that someone else has paid the price for me. You: have you ever experienced such generosity? Have you ever had someone do ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Paths Series

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Feb 16, 2005

Jesus said we must choose either the narrow or the broad path.

Taking the Right Path The Broad Way The marks of this way The way of the crowd. Last summer, Katie Brule’s friend called her and asked her to go to a party. Katie, 16, declined, but her friend wouldn’t take no for an answer and Katie caved in. At the party, she felt pressure from those around ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Methodist

Broken In Gethsemane's Shadows Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Mar 12, 2005

This first in a series of three Easter sermons looks at the brokenness found in Gethsemanes garden. The broken promises of the disciples, the broken religion of the pharisees, and the broken heart of Jesus.

Shadows of the Cross Pt 1 – Broken in Gethsemane’s Shadows Mark 14:32-52 The first three days of July 1863 marked a turning point in our nation. Two armies gathered in little known Gettysburg, Pa. George Meade commanded the Army of the Potomac – Robert E Lee the Army of Northern Virginia. In ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-52

Denomination: *other

The Qualifications Of Deacons

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 6, 2004

A message concerning the calling and responsibilities of Deacons.

The Qualifications of a Deacon July 13, 2003 1 Timothy 3:8-13 Sunday AM Intro: “Everything rises and falls on Leadership.” Setting: The Ephesian church had been blessed w/ great leadership. Acts 20 tells us it was founded by Paul who later turned it over to Timothy. During his time in Ephesus, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:3-15

Denomination: Baptist

Revival Is Life

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 27, 2005

This sermon covers 6 things I need for a revival in my life

Sun. July 11/93 I Co. 1 & Ps. 85 REVIVAL IS LIFE - Are you happy with the way things are with you? - Do you have enough of what you want? - What would it take to make you content? - How about the things of the Lord, is it good? - Are we as a church where we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Worry Wart Series

Contributed by Tom Burkholder on Sep 2, 2005

In the drama of life, how do you respond? Life is like a drama. We all have these crossroads in life. But will our lives be a “Melodrama or Mellow-drama”.

Worry Wart Series: Melodrama or Mellow-drama - Act 1 Introduction: In the drama of life, how do you respond? There are many things that are beyond our control: the person that yells at us, the person that cuts us off in traffic, the store clerk that talks on the phone instead of helping us, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Pentecostal