Sermons on Law Not Of Faith:

Being A Non-Conformist Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 1, 2008

This message examines the necessity for Christians not to conform to the world.

These words were scribbled on the tomb of an Anglican bishop in the crypts of Westminster Abbey..."When I was young and free and my imagination had no limits, I dreamed of changing the world. As I grew older and wiser, I discovered the world would not change so I shortened my sights somewhat and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanksgiving Or Thankskeeping

Contributed by David Welch on Dec 2, 2008

Thanksgiving Message

Thanksgiving or Thankskeeping Gratefulness and thanksgiving stem from a clear focus on the goodness of God. Without a fundamental focus on the goodness of God, there can be no consistent meaningful gratitude in the heart of man or thankfulness from the mouth of man. The appreciation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Enfrentando Nuevos Retos.

Contributed by Luis Marquez on Dec 3, 2008

Todos enfrentamos en la vida nuevos retos. Al tomar decisiones muchas veces lo hacemos sin saber que va a resultar. El cruce del rió Jordán fue un reto. Hoy nosotros también podemos enfrentar un cruce difícil en nuestra vida, ¿Qué hacer entonces?

ENFRENTANDO NUEVOS RETOS. JOSUE 3: 1-6 Introducción: Todos enfrentamos en la vida nuevos retos, pruebas, dudas y temores. Al tomar decisiones muchas veces lo hacemos sin saber a ciencia cierta que va a resultar. Algo similar le ocurrió al pueblo de Israel en este pasaje. El cruce del rió Jordán y ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Contract With God

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Dec 5, 2008

We as Christians do not realize that we have a covenant with God that we break on a daily basis. We need to get back to commitment to Him.

Contract with God Griffith Baptist Church – 12/07/08 P.M. Service Text: Nehemiah 10 Key verse: Nehemiah 9:38 – And because of all this we make a sure covenant, and write it; and our princes, Levites, and priests, seal unto it. Premise: We as Christians do not realize that we have a covenant ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:1-39

Denomination: Baptist

Self-Correction Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Dec 9, 2008

Jesus presents a clear description of what it is followers are to be like internally and how they are to live outwardly in the Sermon on the Mount

There was a small town that had been “dry.” A local businessman decided to build a tavern. A group of Christians from a local church were concerned and planned an all-night prayer meeting to ask God to intervene. It was not long afterwards that lightning struck the bar and it burned to the ground. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-12

Denomination: Charismatic

Blessed Are The Peace-Makers Part I Series

Contributed by Bobby Bodenhamer on Dec 9, 2008

Utilizing this Beatitude of our Lord, may aim is to draw the congregation closer to what Christmas is all about in the birth of our "Peace-Maker".

Blessed are the Peace-Makers Part I Matthew 5:9 "Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God." Isaiah 9:6 "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: *other

Love, Obedience And The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 23, 2009

John’s gospel reveals that love, obedience and the Holy Spirit’s work in our lives are all connected. Jesus claims and promises great things. We must believe to receive these.

Have you ever been on a spiral staircase? When we lived in Lancaster we would often visit Prospect Mountain where there was a stone tower about 45-50 feet high. You could go in a door at the bottom of the tower and climb up a spiral stair to the top and look out on a panoramic view of the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Will The Real Christ Please Stand Up? Part 2 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Nov 23, 2009

If we really value Jesus Christ, we will value what He values.

The last time I spoke we saw that what we believe about Jesus Christ is the most important thing about us. How we VIEW Jesus Christ determine how we VALUE Him. Our response to our Lord depends upon our relationship with Him. Now, how do we show our value for Him? Let us read 2 Corinthians 5:14-15. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing The Season

Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 24, 2009

As we look forward to Christmas, let us consider the seasons and the signs of His return!

Knowing the Season, Luke 21:25-36 Introduction Christina and I spent a season of ministry in Cheboygan Michigan. Prior to coming here to First Congregational Church of Peru, Illinois, I was Pastor of First Congregational Church of Cheboygan, Michigan. Congregational Christians of that era were ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-38

Denomination: Christian Church

Real Life Evangelism Part 2 Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 29, 2009

Ever think that you could never be a missionary? Think again. Just as Jesus sent out His 12, He sends you out as an undercover operative in hostile territory to spread His love. Find out how and how to be prepared for your mission!

5 – 6 The Field of Operation: we have a specific field of operation and Jesus doesn’t send us out on the big stuff until training us on the small. 7 The Message: we are to say what Jesus said: the kingdom of God is at hand. The message is as different as each individual but the content is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:11-42

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Prepare The Way Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 3, 2009

The church is to be on the offensive in preparing the way of the Lord in the lives of people!

Prepare The Way, Luke 3:1-6 Introduction There is a story of an Atlantic passenger lying in his bunk in a storm, deathly sick—seasick. A cry of “Man overboard!” was heard. The passenger thought, “God help the poor fellow. There is nothing I can do.” Then he thought at least he could put his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

Forget Not The Benefits

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Dec 3, 2009

We are quick to forget about the great blessings that God has poured upon us

Forget Not the Benefits A woman fell out of a second-floor window and landed in a slow-moving garbage truck. Half-buried in the litter, she tried without success to get the truck-driver’s attention. A foreign diplomat standing on the sidewalk saw her and quipped, “another example of how wasteful ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Keys To Joy-- Thanksgiving 4 Of 4 Series

Contributed by David Hodgin on Dec 2, 2005

Living with joy is not easy, but if we pursue joy as God instructs we we can live the joy filled life!

Bible verses mentioned in today’s message 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Hebrews 13:15 Jeremiah 2:32 Acts2:1-4 Romans 12:2 Proverbs 14:12 Matthew 5:21-44 Philippians 4:4-7 1Th 5:16 Be joyful always; 1Th 5:17 pray continually; 1Th 5:18 give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Narnia: Who Is Alsan? Series

Contributed by Chris Powell on Dec 6, 2005

This focuses on the confession of Aslan in the chronicles of Narnia, and the confession of Christ by Peter in the book of Luke.

Who Is Aslan? Luke 9.18-20, 23 I. Introduction [begin with a dramatic reading of excerpt from The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Chapter 7, “A Day With the Beavers”.] “Who is Aslan?” asked Susan. “Aslan?” said Mr. Beaver. “Why don’t you know? He’s the King. He is the Lord of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

Round Yon Virgin Mother And Child Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 11, 2005

Part 2 of 2 in series "Why a Virgin?" This involves theological and practical reasons why Jesus had to be born of a virgin.

Matthew 1:18-25 – Round Yon Virgin Mother and Child Pastor Ben Patterson tells the following story: My 5-year-old niece, Olivia, and her best friend, Claire, were participating in a nativity play at school. Claire was playing Mary, and Olivia was an angel. Before the show, a young boy was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist