Sermons about Junk In The Trunk

The Prodigal Who Stayed Home

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 16, 2005

based on 29 ratings

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How do you know if you are inching away from a relationship with God? The story of the Prodigal Son features two sons - this is the one who don’t often hear about. Yet he usually bears the closest resemblance to those in the church.

The Prodigal Who Stayed Home Luke 15:1, 2, and 25-32 "Tax collectors and other notorious sinners often came to listen to Jesus teach. This made the Pharisees and teachers of religious law complain that he was associating with such despicable people - even eating with them!" These two verses from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No More Excuses Series

Contributed by Bishop Robert Mckenzie on Jun 28, 2005

based on 15 ratings

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God is tired of our excuses when it comes to our service and all other areas of life.

“No More Excuses” Philippians 3:13-14 Introduction Philippians 3:13-14 13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, 14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Bless Us With Happiness

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 8, 2005

based on 179 ratings

| 11,095 views

How to be happier in an unhappy world.

INTRO.- Where is happiness to be found? I can tell you where it is not to be found. In material things. ILL.- The last time I bought a new car was 1988. It was a Buick Skylark. Admittedly, a Buick Skylark is not the most popular or luxurious car in the world, but I liked it. It was on sale. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

About The Collection (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 12, 2005

based on 14 ratings

| 3,707 views

This is the first of four messages "about the collection" in which we examine some principles of financial stewardship. This sermon examines the purpose of giving to the church.

Scripture For the next four Sundays I would like to preach on the subject of financial stewardship. Although stewardship has to do with every facet of life, such as stewardship of the gospel, stewardship of creation, stewardship of work, stewardship of time, etc., I am going to be focusing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Glory Of The Story Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Jul 8, 2006

based on 5 ratings

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Stories have helped shape our lives. They are emotionally driven and have caused us to look at who we are and how we want to live. In this series we will look at how stories particularly Christ parables would used to challenge, charge and change the peopl

Power of the Parables Pastor Ryan Akers Part 1- The Glory of the Story James 3:4-6 (Read The Foot Book) How many of you remember being read to as children? (Story time in 2nd grade in Mrs. Imgarten’s class reading Where the Red Fern Grows) Some of my most vivid memories or a time in my life ...read more

Scripture: James 3:4-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Life Assurance: The High Cost/ The Premium Series

Contributed by Nathan Hyde on Aug 10, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 5,923 views

Salvation is a need we all have, and Jesus guarantees it--forever--if we trust in His payment for our sin.

Life Assurance The High Cost—the Premium You never know what will happen next. Since our lives are full of the unexpected, one of the keys to a successful and fulfilling life is being as prepared as possible. Most of our vehicles come with a spare tire—just in case. We try to sock away money ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Baptist

Out With The Old Series

Contributed by Joanna Loucky-Ramsey on Dec 29, 2003

based on 29 ratings

| 10,496 views

We must let go of sin so new life can flourish. An end-of-year message with application to Passover, Communion, Lent, New Year.

Eccl 3:1-8 1 There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven: 2 a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, 3 a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a time to build, 4 a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, Exodus 12:1-39

Denomination: Baptist

I Just Didn't Know

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Oct 30, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 3,783 views

We must know who we are in Christ in order to become overcomers.

October 31, 2004 Morning Worship Text: Revelation 12:7-12 Subject: Satan Thrown Out of Heaven Title: I Just Didn’t Know In case any of you haven’t noticed, I like to preach. The more I do it the more I feel called to do it. And as I preach I go through seasons where I know that I am supposed to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is That In Your Hand?

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 14, 2004

based on 71 ratings

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Encouraging people to use what ever God has given them for his service - Example of Moses and his staff.

What is that in your hand? It is so encouraging isn’t it to see how many people are involved in ministry in this church. That says to me that there are many people who are serious about using their gifts and talents for God. This is encouraging because this means that you either 1) know what ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Build My House Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 15, 2004

based on 27 ratings

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Those who returned from the exile were excited about rebuilding temple, so why did they take a 15 year break?

House of the Lord Haggai 1:1-9 Everyone was excited. The talk had been of building a house of worship and everyone wanted to be a part of it. They talked about what it would like when they had a permanent place to worship, a place to call the House of God. Everyone seemed to be talking about ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

Committed To The Bible

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 9, 2006

based on 179 ratings

| 17,543 views

We may not understand everything in God’s Word, but we must stand on it.

INTRO.- ILL.- Years ago NEWSWEEK had an article entitled, “No Allusions in the Classroom.” The article told about 26 people in the college classroom, ranging in age from 18 to 54. All of these people had completed at least one-quarter of their college work. They were given 86 questions to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

4 Keys To A Successful Marriage

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Aug 15, 2002

based on 207 ratings

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A topical message on what is needed to make a marriage work.

Title: 4 Keys to a Successful Marriage July 21, 2002 Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com <mailto:pastorsarver@yahoo.com> Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info <http://www.newlifeinchrist.info> Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. Every Sunday is special as we gather to worship the Lord, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Survivor 6: How To Survive Your Finances Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Oct 21, 2002

based on 189 ratings

| 11,402 views

This is the sixth message of my SURVIVOR series, focusing upon a proper perspective for personal finances and the ongoing battle against materialism. (10-20-02)

Opening Activity Begin this message with a fun activity. The following items are needed: 1. An empty, old bottle 2. A large key made of cardboard and spray painted gold. The key will have the verses of Matthew 6:19-21 printed and attached to one side. 3. A treasure map with the following ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, Son Of David Series

Contributed by Alan Schmitt on Oct 16, 2001

based on 21 ratings

| 6,926 views

First in three-part series on Jesus, the Son

Jesus Son of David Psalm 23:1-6 Matthew 20:29-34 Philippians 2:5-11 It was a typical Sunday morning. We had finished the morning worship service and I was greeting those in attendance as they were leaving. At the end of the line was a mother with her young son in tow. Nothing out of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:29-34

Denomination: Methodist

Who Died And Left You Lord?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 22, 2001

based on 58 ratings

| 3,871 views

An exhortation to pastors.

A meeting that I had in the doctor’s office while I was receiving my vitamin I.V. inspired tonight’s message. There are a lot of folks that come into his office that are open about their faith. A lady receiving her first ever I.V. was sitting across from me. I found out after she left that she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

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