Sermons on Light Of Life:

I Am The Resurrection And The Life Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 8, 2011

Jesus is THE resurrection and THE life. DO you want eternal life? It comes only through Jesus.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • As we are just a couple of weeks from Resurrection Sunday, I want us to take you on a little mental journey before we unfold our text today. • I want you to imagine that you are a friend of the best Doctor in the country and you have seen Him do some amazing things. One ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am The Resurrection And The Life Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 9, 2011

What does this "I am " Statement of Jesus mean for us today?

“I am Resurrection and the Life” - John 11:25 Story "An Arab chief tells the story of a spy captured and sentenced to death by a general in the Persian army. This general had the strange custom of giving condemned criminals a choice between the firing squad and going through ’the big black ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Anglican

Paving The Way - A Life Of Service Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Apr 10, 2011

Being a servant is not always what people think of as the path to greatness is concerned. Many think that having servants would better signify a great life. But Jesus tells us that whoever wants to be great will be a servant. What does the Bible say in

Paving the Way – A Life of Service Mark 10:35-45 Why should I serve? I find greatness and fulfillment in service because God Saved me to Serve God Gifted me to Serve God is Glorified when I Serve God Blesses me when I Serve Slide Welcome. If you are visiting with us today we are glad ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taking Control Of Your Life Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 25, 2011

But for the Holy Spirit we are lost in our slavery to sin.

“Between the Lines: Taking Control of Your Life” Romans 8:1-17 It was a media heyday as thousands, if not millions, sat glued by their television sets watching a white Ford Bronco speeding down a California freeway with scores of the California Highway Patrol cautiously in pursuit. O. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Pass The Tests Of Life

Contributed by Adrian Rogers on Aug 30, 2011

Introduction Turn to James chapter 1.

Introduction Turn to James chapter 1. And, we’re beginning a new study now through the Book of James: “Practical Christianity—Religion in Shoe Leather.” And, we’re going to preach right on through the Book of James, God willing, Sunday mornings and Sunday nights. So, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Life's Journey Requires Grace

Contributed by Charles Jones on Sep 3, 2011

As Believers, we've come to recognize that our life journey needs God's grace to sustain it. We need the power of God to refresh us and nourish us.

Life's journey requires grace I remember as a litttle child when our Mother would send my brothers and I to Memphis during the summer when we prepared to take a trip with her to Mississippi she would always pack food for what seemed to be a long journey fried chicken was a favorite because it ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Fly Over The Life Of Abraham Series

Contributed by Brian B on Oct 8, 2011

This message tells highlights of Abe’s story in an interactive way and calls us to decision at the close. This message also connects the life of Abraham to promises of a redeemer in Genesis 3:15 and looks forward to Jesus as Abraham’s descendant.

*** I’ve left my pause marks in this script. they are for my benefit only as a reminder to me to take a breath once in a while. This message isn’t particularly deep or profound, it is simply an honest effort to tell Abraham's story to someone who has never heard the old old stories of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Job Description Of A Life-Changer Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Oct 13, 2011

In this message we'll examine the characteristics of the person God uses to change the lives of others

INTRODUCTION * Purpose of a job description: describes responsibilities and expected actions of a person in a particular job setting...mostly imperative * A job description often defines a person - “What do you do?” - We do what we do because of who we are * The job description of every ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Life Beyond Our Fears Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 20, 2010

Today we gather around an event that has broken into human history like no other. It’s vital to recognize that it is indeed into history… real history. It was the unfolding of what God spoke through the prophets was going to happen. He would send a Messi

NOTE: At start of service the following text is read – John 20:1-22 or 1,11(after ‘but’) -22. Only 20:19-22 are in bulletin insert The following portion of text was included in sermon outline bulletin insert (but not read again): John 20:19-22 (NIV) 19 On the evening of that ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sharing Your Life Message Series

Contributed by Andy Payne on Oct 25, 2010

If you believe that Jesus is the Son of God, then your life long mission is to share this message with others.

Purpose: Proclamation #2 Sharing Your Life Message Intro: For some today’s message may be a contentious issue ... It is my belief that essentially we are called to “convert” or “proselytize” people. Now you will hear people say ... “should we even tell other people what they should believe?” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1

Denomination: Baptist

Life's Most Important Choice

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Oct 29, 2010

There is only one way to eternal life, but many choose a broad path that leads to destruction.

Life’s Most Important Choice Matthew 7:13, 14 INTRODUCTION A. British poet, John Oxenham, in “The Ways.” To every man there openeth A Way, and Ways, and a Way, And the High Soul climbs the High Way, And the Low Soul gropes the Low, And in between, on the misty flats, The rest ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

When Life Gets Hot!

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 29, 2010

Today I want us to learn five things we can do to get through those times when life gets hot.

When Life gets Hot! Am Service October 18th 2009 Daniel 3: 10-18 Introduction There was a Pastor, who after the usual song service, stood up, walked over to the pulpit and, before he began to preach, he briefly introduced a guest minister who was in service that day. In the introduction, the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Great Certainties Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 15, 2010

Assurance & certainty of our faith. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: 1 John chapter 5 verses 13-21. Ill: • Mrs Fisher the primary school teacher was at home recovering from surgery; • She heard the letter box bang, • Her husband brought the post into her, • One of the letters was a get well card from her class which 2nd year class ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Brethren

How To Deal With The Trials Of Life Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Dec 1, 2010

How do deal with the trials of life

I. ACKNOWLEDGE THE SURE REALITY OF THE TRIALS (2) A. Definite B. Diverse II. APPRECIATE THE SOVEREIGN REASON FOR THE TRIALS (3) A. Stimulate our faith B. Substantiate our faith III. APPROPRIATE THE SCRIPTURAL RESPONSE TO THE TRIALS (2,4) A. Joyful ...read more

Scripture: James 1:4

Denomination: Baptist

Life And Simple Acts Of Kindness

Contributed by Jay Bunting on Jul 2, 2011

Our role in taking on the burdens of others and living a Christian life.

2nd Pentecost 11 Life and simple acts of kindness. Mathew 10: 40-42 This morning’s gospel is one of the shortest in the lectionary only being 2 verses long so I wanted to back up and take in two more verses so that this will make more sense to you the hearer. 38* and he who does not take his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Anglican