Sermons on Leaning On:

God Has A Need For Respect Series

Contributed by Dan Turpin on Nov 10, 2015

Objective Sentence: Everyone can minister to God by looking through the windows of His soul that allow us to see His needs.

Pastor Dan Turpin West Coast Church John ...read more

Scripture: John 4:3-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Wrapped - Pt. 3 - In Hope Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 25, 2016

No one pays that much attention to the wrapping. It’s what is inside that counts . . . right? Maybe this Christmas we should stop and consider how the gift was wrapped.

Wrapped Pt. 3 - In Hope I. Introduction There is usually very little attention paid to the wrappings. Even if great time and effort is made to make sure each corner is tucked and folded perfectly. Even if the bow is picked to match exactly. Even if every seam is exact. Most of the time all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:14-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Needs Theology? Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Jan 28, 2017

Knowledge is important, but insufficient. Man’s wisdom is folly compared to God’s. So, what good is knowledge if faith is all that we need?

The word theology comes from two Greek words: Theos (God) and logos (study, research). Thus, theology is the study of God. I am richly blessed to be a graduate of Evangelical Theological Seminary. My course of study (Master of Divinity) included five semesters in systematic theology, among the most ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Other

The Wall Are We Teachable?

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Aug 18, 2017

Runners when they first start the hit something call the wall. I think Christians can hit a wall as well

The Wall Are we Teachable? 1 Corinthians 9:24 (NIV) 24 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize 2 Timothy 4:7 (NIV) 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. In endurance sports ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Was Messy But I Made It Through!

Contributed by Myron Leach on Sep 12, 2017

The life of a believer is often filled with many highs and lows but God always finds us where we are and will bring us to a place of safety and security.

“It Was Messy but I Made It Through” Psalm 40: 1-2 (NIV) 1 I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry. 2 He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. I have been in rough places in my life that I ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Testimony About Jesus Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 23, 2016

The Jews loved to hear about Moses and his teachings, but Jesus lets these know that they really didn’t believe what Moses said, either. If they had, they would know who Jesus is, and would rejoice at the coming Messiah!

The Testimony about Jesus John 5:31-47 Introduction - The gospel of John screams of the faith that we should have in Christ -- It is the clearest example of living life FOR the one who redeemed you and I - On Sunday Mike preached about the authority of Christ • Jesus always has ...read more

Scripture: John 5:31-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Are You #2 (Relationship With God) Series

Contributed by Darin Gary on Jun 25, 2016

WHERE ARE YOU in regards to your RELATIONSHIP with GOD? DO YOU TRULY HAVE a RELATIONSHIP with the LORD? ARE YOU TRULY BORN-AGAIN?

WHERE ARE YOU (#2)? (Relationship with God) - A rather cruel experiment was carried out by Emperor Frederick, who ruled the Roman Empire in the 13th century. He wanted to know what man’s original language was whether it was Hebrew, Greek, or Latin. He decided to isolate a few infants from ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-13

Denomination: Other

The Rough Way To Maturity Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 15, 2011

God leads us through stages; for some, the stages are smooth, for others, rough. It depends upon our disposition.

The Rough Way to Maturity (Hosea 11) 1. You know you are getting old when: • You hear your favorite song on an elevator. • You watch the Weather Channel. • You don't know what time Taco Bell closes anymore. • You try to straighten out the wrinkles in your socks and ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Deacon Appreciation Service

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Oct 7, 2011

As several of our deacons were rotating off after years of service, we wanted to have a special service to honor them. Perhaps some of my pastor friends could use this material in their own ministry. I use the acronym F-A-I-T-H-F-U-L. Could be used for ot

Deacons Appreciation Sunday A Service in Honor of Those Who Have Served Calvary Baptist Church March 13, 2005 NOTE TO SERMON CENTRAL READERS: As several of our deacons were rotating off after years of service, we wanted to have a special service to honor them. Perhaps some of my pastor ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:7

Denomination: Baptist

Always Consult The Lord First

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 28, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Have you done anything without consulting the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: New leaders with ministry III. OBJECTIVES: To remind leaders to always consult the LORD first in everything they do. IV. TEXT: Joshua 9:14 (NLT)

I. EXORDIUM: Have you done anything without consulting the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: New leaders with ministry III. OBJECTIVES: To remind leaders to always consult the LORD first in everything they do. IV. TEXT: Joshua 9:14 (NLT) 14 So the Israelites examined their food, but they did not ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Command Is Love

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 8, 2013

To show where the command of love originates.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have the command of love? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show where the command of love originates. IV. TEXT: 1 Timothy 1:5 (Amplified Bible) Whereas the object and purpose of our instruction and charge is love, which springs from a pure heart and a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Social Creatures And A Social God Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 26, 2013

Human beings are social beings, as is God; therefore, we must learn both how society works and how we can honor God living among others.

Social Creatures and A Social God (Proverbs 21:12-15) 1. We have descriptions for everyone. We are outgoing or introverted, type A or type B, gracious or controlling, wise or foolish, young or old, open minded or closed minded. 2. Did you hear about the dyslexic, agnostic, insomniac? He stayed ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:12-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Give Honor; To Live Well

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on May 13, 2013

Children obey your parents, gives a 2 part promise – To Live well & have a prosperous life. It comes abut with Honoring your father & Mother

- We honor mom today - It’s tough being a mother Mrs. Monroe lives in Darlington, Maryland. She’s the mother of 8 children. And except for a few interesting experiences, she’s just like any other mother across America. One experience was so unique that John Haggai put it in his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Due To Forgiveness

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you always happy? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that happiness came from our knowledge that all our sins in this lifetime are all forgiven by the LAMB of GOD. IV. TEXT: Psalms 32:1-2 (Ampli

I. EXORDIUM: Are you always happy? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that happiness came from our knowledge that all our sins in this lifetime are all forgiven by the LAMB of GOD. IV. TEXT: Psalms 32:1-2 (Amplified Bible) [A Psalm of David.] A skillful song, or a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Knowledge Of His Will

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 21, 2013

To prove that we can be filled daily with the knowledge of His will.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you filled with knowledge of His will? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that we can be filled daily with the knowledge of His will. IV. TEXT: Colossians 1:9 (Amplified Bible) For this reason we also, from the day we heard of it, have not ceased to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9

Denomination: Pentecostal