Sermons on Least Of These:

A Special Person-For A Special Task

Contributed by Arthur Green on Feb 28, 2006

It describes the qualities that God is looking for in persons who will work for the good of the kingdom

A Special person for a Special Task Exodus 3:10 In the book of Exodus 3:10 you will find theses words, "Come now therefore and i will send thee unto Pharoh that thou mayest bring forth my people, the children of Israel out of Egypt. The history of our text is one that is familar to all of us. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Parable Of The Wedding Banquet

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Mar 2, 2006

A simple short sermon for our Older Folk’s Service.

The Parable of the Wedding Banquet. Mt 22:1-14 WBC "Silver Service" 2 Mar 2006 REJECTION I just love this parable! But it’s a sad one, as well Basically- it’s a parable about God’s invitation to His Son’s wedding banquet - and the wedding banquet symbolises "Salvation" But at the start of it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Where Do They All Come From?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 8, 2005

8 billion and growing! How did we get so many people?

Quote of the Week “Darwin calculated that at the rate of one baby elephant per breeding couple every 10 years, starting with a single pair, there would be 15 million elephants in only 500 years.” – Niles Eldredge, Speculations: Is Evolution Progress? Science Digest, September 1983, p. 40 For ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Opportunity Series

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 18, 2005

This sermon is in a series on Elijah

The Opportunity Last week we saw how God invited Elijah to join him on a journey. A journey from the Cherith brook to the Village of Zarephath. We saw how God used this Journey to shape and sculpt Elijah into the man he was to become. Finally, Elijah makes it to the village... And upon ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:10

Denomination: Baptist

Predestined

Contributed by Lisa Foy on Oct 27, 2005

We are all predestined for something great

Help Wanted: Seeking individual for most unusual and important job in the universe. Intense training required. Applicant must be commited to lifelong service. Serious inquiries only. Many applied. This is the chosen applicants letter. Dear Sirs: I am applying for this rare job. I don’t know ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:29-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Never Again Without The Presence Of Jesus

Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 28, 2005

A simple Easter sermon used in at sunrise. What must it have been like between Jesus’ death and resurrection? To be without the presence of Jesus must have been utter emptiness. To be with him again must have been utter joy.

Never again without the presence of Jesus Purpose: To reflect on Jesus’ presence and challenge the people to be the presence of Jesus to a world that needs Him. 1. Read John 20:1-21 2. Do you ever wonder what it would have been like to actually be in the presence of Jesus? What would it have felt ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-21

Denomination: Nazarene

All Things Are Possible

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 9, 2006

There is nothing beyond the ability of God to accomplish

"Ah, Sovereign LORD, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you (Jeremiah 32:17 NIV) When I was in fourth grade, we had to learn the various symbols of the state of Ohio. One of the things that I some trouble with was memorizing ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:17

Denomination: Church Of God

Hands-On Motherhood

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 14, 2007

Every mother is different and every situation is different; but successful moms are hands-on moms.

Hands-On Motherhood 1. According to CNN article (5-07), "The typical [stay at home] mother puts in a 92-hour work week… and works at least 10 jobs. In order of hours spent on them per week, these are: housekeeper, day-care center teacher, cook, computer operator, laundry machine operator, janitor, ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Changing The World Around Me Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Dec 13, 2007

Jesus called us "salt" and "light" which are both change agents to the world around them.

Series: Being the Body CHANGING THE WORLD AROUND ME Matthew 5:13-16 In June 1990 the world watched in amazement the destruction of the Berlin Wall and the fall of the Iron Curtain. People were finally free from the communist rule of the Soviet Union. This change in political rule did not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Prepared - Serve Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 17, 2007

Even when we are faced with struggles in our Christian faith, God assures us of his presence and his movement in our lives and world. He also invites us to look beyond our struggles and involve ourselves in the ministry of spreading the kingdom

Matthew 11:2-11 “Be Prepared—Serve” INTRODUCTION 2007 has been a year full of surprises—both good and bad. I was reminded of this when a member of Desert Streams sent me an E-mail that contain this thought, “I have noticed that as a group we have faced many challenges of late—roadblocks to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Just Like Dad, Conduits Of The Power Of God, Part 5 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 22, 2007

We are just like our heavenly father who pours his life and power through us. We rule earth as he rules heaven.

Just like dad! Conduits of the power of God Part 5 Review… 1. More battle are lost by lack of prayer, than by anything else. Prayer is a spiritual exercise Prayer is an art to be learned Opening… 1. The best compliment you can give me is the tell me my children are just like ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:21

Denomination: Mennonite

The Blessings Of Last Place Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 3, 2007

We live in a society obsessed with being number one, while following Jesus who calls us to humble, faithful service. To meet the challenge of Jesus’ call, we must start at the foot of the cross.

Luke 14:1, 7-14 “The Blessings of Last Place” INTRODUCTION This week a 41 year-old father was indicted on drug charges. He was pumping steroids into his 13 year-old son, who was competing for a place on the Olympic staking team. The father wanted his son to be number 1. Controversy has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Following God's Plan Not Ours Series

Contributed by Chris Stevens on Feb 10, 2007

First in a three part study looking at seeking the purpose God has in our life.

Finding Our Purpose: Following God’s Plans…not Ours! 2 Kings 5:1-19 • Interesting things to note here are: o God has a way of bringing people right where they need to be.  Samaritan girl taken slave.  Put in care of Naaman’s wife. o We may go a lifetime until we realize why, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

7 Steps To Godly Relationships

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007

The Bible is the guide to healthy Godly relationships. Everything else falls short.

From the beginning God was into relationships We see in the beginning the relationship between the three persons of the Godhead God created the angels to have a relationship. He created Adam and Eve to have a relation ship with Him and also with each other. We see the relationship between ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Prepared For Jesus' Return?

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 9, 2005

A short sermon which asks whether we are prepared for the return of Jesus. Are we like the 5 virgins (bridesmaids) who had plenty of oil, or like the 5 who were not prepared?

As Jesus told this parable he was already well into a lengthy explanation of events surrounding his second coming (Matthew chapter 24). He spoke this before his death and resurrection, but it concerns his second coming. Jesus has said (Matthew 24: 14) that “this gospel of the kingdom will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Anglican