Sermons on Life Happens:

A Life To Respect Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 9, 2012

What is the proper framework for a marriage?

Introduction I said before that the subject of authority itself is a minefield because of the emotional reaction we have towards the subject. Even the most conservative of us recoil at the idea of ourselves being under authority. We may acknowledge that we are under authority in certain cases, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Life Of Harmony Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 9, 2012

How we are as a Christian community and as individuals to live in a hostile world.

Introduction The topic of Peter’s epistle since 2:11 has been “How to Live in a NonChristian World.” We’ve treaded through the minefield of authority in civil life, the workplace and campus, and in marriage. The directive was the same in each category – submit to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Baptized Life Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 13, 2012

Remember in the midst of your trials who your savior is. Jesus Christ is the victorious Lord. Through his death he broke the bondage of sin; he conquered death itself. Through his resurrection he has subdued the evil powers so that they cannot harm his

Introduction We are at a passage that remains one the most complicated passages in the Bible to understand. Not just each verse, almost every phrase is ambiguous. Let me give a few examples. Is Peter saying Christ was raised by the Holy Spirit or simply that he was alive in spirit? Does alive ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Bread Of Life

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 16, 2012

Jesus is the Bread of life that strengthens, he is the bread of life that satisfies, he is the bread of life that sustainsus and Jesus is the bread of life that save us.

Jesus makes a claims that He is The Bread of Life 35Then Jesus declared, "I am the bread of life. 1. By saying He is the Bread of life He is saying I am what will Strengthen you in Life The Bread of Life Gives Strength 33For the bread of God is he ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58

Denomination: Methodist

This Is Eternal Life

Contributed by Tim Diack on Aug 22, 2012

We are tempted to define eternal life in light of a duration - it goes on forever. Jesus defines eternal life differently - He describes it in terms of a relationship with Himself. And that's important for us to consider because it is one thing to know

This Is Eternal Life - John 17:3 - August 19, 2012 As a young boy I had one of those plastic bow and arrow sets where the arrows have the little red rubber suction cups on the end. How many of you had something similar as a kid? I enjoyed playing with them a lot and I think I probably ...read more

Scripture: John 17:3

Denomination: *other

Life In Lodebar

Contributed by Stephen Evans on Aug 23, 2012

Why do we so often opt to live life in a place where there is little that satisfies, rather than approach the King; especially when the King has sought to do good to us?

Title: Life In Lodebar Text: 2 Samuel 9:1-13 Date: August 19, 2012 Place: Washington A/G Introduction I. The plan of the message. A. Share an Old Testament narrative B. Draw a New Testament era parallel from the story II. History of Israel A. A nation ruled by Prophets and judges; men who spoke ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Storms Of Life

Contributed by Tyler Hopkins on Aug 31, 2012

I talk about how Jesus is with us through our storms and what we need to do in our storms.

I want to open this sermon with the scripture from Mark 4:35-41,"35 As evening came, Jesus said to his disciples, “Let’s cross to the other side of the lake.” 36 So they took Jesus in the boat and started out, leaving the crowds behind (although other boats followed). 37 But soon ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: United Methodist

The Path Of Life Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jul 30, 2013

Psalm 16 pictures the resurrection of Jesus which makes it possible to choose the path of life.

This week the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, more commonly known and William and Kate, announced that they are going to have a baby. And it’s really not surprising that when their child is born sometime next year, the whole world will watch and will celebrate the birth of the child who will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Life's Greed

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 8, 2013

To show that we need to guard ourselves from love of money and to honor the LORD with our wealth.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you greedy for wealth? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to guard ourselves from love of money and to honor the LORD with our wealth. IV. TEXT: Luke 12:15 (Amplified Bible) And He said to them, Guard yourselves and keep free from all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Life And Doctrine

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 3, 2013

To prove that our lifestyle and the Bible or what we preach should be the same.

I. EXORDIUM: Is your life and doctrine the same? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that our lifestyle and the Bible or what we preach should be the same. IV. TEXT: 1 Timothy 4:16 (Amplified Bible) Look well to yourself [to your own personality] and to [your] ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Life Of Jonah

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jul 6, 2013

The life of Jonah gives us many lessons that we can learn and apply to our own situations.

The Life of Jonah There are many stories in the Bible of people who were called by God and we can learn so much from their lives. It becomes very clear that when we obey God, the blessings of God are released on our lives. But when we go against the will and ways of God, things do not go ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Abundant Life

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Jul 9, 2013

Abundant Life is not things but your reaction to things.

Abundant Life Joh 10:10 "The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. WHY AGING ISN’T BAD • Kidnappers are not interested in you. • People no longer view you as a ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Blameless Life Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 11, 2013

How to live a blameless life 1- Focus on the Lord 2- Have nothing to do with evil 3- Cast away pride

INTRO.- ILL.- As a father came home from his work he saw his little daughter who had been playing in the mud. He said to her, “My, you’re pretty dirty.” In her childish way she replied, “Yes, I know daddy, but I’m prettier clean.” I think we’re all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 101:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Of Integrity

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 20, 2012

Integrity is the mark of true character. The best men needing redemption and mercy; or the outward walk before men, and the secret walk with God. As a man whose feet are firmly fixed upon even ground is apprehensive of no fall, so the pious worshippers of

Opening illustration: He was a politician noted for his integrity. Although this description might be viewed by some as a contradiction in terms, it certainly was used often and correctly to describe US Congressman Paul Henry. After the three-term member of the House of Representatives lost a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life Is Difficult Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 25, 2012

Sermon #4 in the Truths we must believe series extracted from "Truths we must Believe" by Dr. Chris Thurman. Truth #4 is "Life is Difficult" and companion texts are John 16:33 and Gal. 6:7-8.

Title: Life is Difficult Series: TRUTHS We Must Believe #4 CHCC: August 26, 2012 John 16:33; Galatians 6:7-8 INTRODUCTION: In this series on TRUTHS we must believe, we’ve examined 3 truths so far: To err is human; You can’t please everyone; and last week Ronnie talked about the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ