Sermons on Life Of Promise:

The Appraisal Of Human Life Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 13, 2006

Considers the uniqueness of human life, it’s inherent value, and the falsehood of attempting to value one human over another.

1. Title: The Appraisal of Human Life 2. Text: Genesis 1:26-28; 2:7-9; 9:5-6 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM worship crowd, January 15, 2006, first of 8 in the series “A Clear and Present Danger” 4. Type: topical 5. Objectives: For the people to understand the intrinsic value of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Destined For Life In Christ! Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Nov 15, 2006

Only through Christ is our destiny changed from "death" to "life."

Destined for Life! in Christ I don’t know if you’ve given much thought to your future, if you have ever tried to influence and guide what your life will look like Ben is visiting Princeton this week. . . to discover where he will get a higher education and compete in swimming ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bring Me To Life

Contributed by Wes Humble on Nov 17, 2006

Easter Sermon

It was on the first day of the week when Mary Magdalene came to the tomb where Jesus body had been laid. She was startled to see that the grave had been opened. The scripture for today’s sermon is found in John 20:11-18. We pick up the narrative on that first Easter morning and this is what we ...read more

Scripture: John 20:11-18

Denomination: *other

A Life Sustaining Church Series

Contributed by William Ellis on Nov 24, 2006

This is the third sermon of an 8 part sermon series on the vision of our church.

INTRO Before I even begin preaching this morning I just want to say: There has never been a time that this verse has been so crucial as to our generation today! We are in the last days...and alot of the reason we even are still here today in this country is because we have not turned our backs on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Church Of God

A Life Birthing Church Series

Contributed by William Ellis on Nov 24, 2006

This is the fourth sermon in an 8 part sermon series on the vision of our church.

INTRO: How many of you know that there is a process that you go through in order to be used by God? · You can’t just get up and do whatever you want, however you want to do it and think God is going to jump through a hoop? · There is a price to be paid for power There is a relationship that has to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:14-15

Denomination: Church Of God

A Life Of True Thanksgiving

Contributed by Randall Bates on Nov 26, 2006

A Thanksgiving message pertaining to God’s desire for us to worship in spirit and in truth. Easily adaptable to non-holiday Sundays.

Some information taken from The Gospel of John by Arthur Pink When we come into this season, we begin to think a bit more about giving thanks. The season sort of dictates it. It is a day when our ancestors gathered around & gave thanks to God for all the blessings & bounty they received during ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

A Life-Changing Resolution

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 22, 2006

Message about committing to taking practical steps to love God more and serve him better.

A Life-Changing Resolution Mark 12:28-34 January 1, 2006 Introduction How many of you here have made some resolutions for this year? It’s okay, you can be honest! Here are a few less-serious resolutions: "I have resolved not to do drugs anymore, because I get the same effect just standing up ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Wesleyan

Living A Holy Life

Contributed by Ian Drucker on Jan 23, 2006

Guidance on understanding what it means to be Holy, and the proper response to God’s call on Christians to live a Holy life.

LIVING A HOLY LIFE The Call to Be Holy 1. One of the most significant callings that God puts on the hearts of Christians is the call to be Holy. 2. 1 Peter, specifically 1 Peter 1:15-16 (NIV), says: 15But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; 16for it is written: "Be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16, Colossians 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Search For The Meaning Of Life Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jan 23, 2006

Ecclesiastes was written to people who question whether there is a God, and to those who outright reject God. What do they have left in life? Nothing but despair...but there is another Way.

Overcoming Futility, a Sermon Series on Ecclesiastes Message #1, “The Search for the Meaning of Life,” chapter 1 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts We’ve entered a new year, and many people looking back on 2005 feel a sense of relief. We’re glad that year ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-18

Denomination: Congregational

Weathering The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 30, 2006

Four facts that will help us weather the storms of life.

We all know about Hurricane Katrina. We’ve seen the devastation it caused. Maybe you’ve wondered, “How would I have responded if I had been affected by that storm?” I want to talk tonight about “weathering the storms of life.” How does the Bible say we should react to pain and suffering? Job ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Life's Detours And Disruptions Series

Contributed by James Hardy on Feb 3, 2006

So often in our lives we hit a bump in the road. We answer the phone and on the other end there’s bad news. Ever happen to you?

Has it ever happed to you? The phone rings and on the other end there’s bad news. You go to the mailbox and there’s a letter from the IRS or a past due notice, more bad news. You go to the doctor and he gives it to you, bad news. There’s a knock on your door, bad news. Sure, we have all had ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Life In The Fast Lane Series

Contributed by Douglas Dudley on Feb 13, 2006

WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IN LIFE? THE WISEST MAN WHO EVER LIVED CAN EXPLAIN IT TO US.

LIFE IN THE FAST LANE TEXT- ECCLESIASTES, CHAPTER 1&2 INTRODUCTION. Believe it or not we are all in search of either happiness or fulfillment in life. If we look around us and see what is really going on, we’ll see some facts emerge that perhaps many people haven’t considered. I believe the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Price Of A Powerful Life

Contributed by W F on Feb 18, 2006

If I want to lead a life of influence then I must pay the price of a powerful life.

“The Price of a Powerful Life” Luke 14:25-27. There is a price to be paid if you want to lead a powerful life. Jesus put it like this ... ... any of you who does not give up everything he has cannot be my disciple (Luke 14:33) Friends, if you want to lead other people to greatness you must pay ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-27

Denomination: *other

Training For The Gold In Life

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Feb 24, 2006

This sermon relates the neccessary training by athletes in the Olympics to the need to be Trained by God’s Word in our lives.

Going for the Gold in Life 1Cor. 9:24-27, 2Tim. 3:16-17 By Pastor Brad Rigney Olympic Stories – from the Torino Games. Leading up to the necessity for these athletes to Train. What do we need to Go for the Gold in Life? Motivation of Love, 1John 4:7-21 Faith; active and persevering, Heb. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Adventist

A Harmony Of The Life Of Paul

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Dec 7, 2006

Paul’s Early years of Service

"A HARMONY OF THE LIFE OF PAUL" Paul’s Early Years Of Service (36-45 A.D.) INTRODUCTION 1. When people think of the life of Paul, they are likely mindful of... a. His persecution of the church prior to his conversion b. His vision of the Lord on the road to Damascus c. His three ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:17-20

Denomination: Baptist