Sermons on Lite Fare:

Is There Not A Cause? Series

Contributed by Dave Rajoon on Jan 19, 2007

There are giants stalking the land and many people are too afraid to take up the challenge to stand and fight. David faced a giant one day and while everyone cowered and his brothers berated him, David asked: "Is there not a Cause?"

BIG IDEA: Giants are stalking the land but the church seems to be burying its head in the sand. We must get up and fight because there is a cause. Introduction: David was the youngest of the eight sons of Jesse. Three of his brothers served in Saul’s army. There names were Eliab who was the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Introduction To Philippians Series

Contributed by Craig Simonian on Sep 4, 2001

This sermon introduces Paul’s letter to the Philippians and outlines Paul’s life.

Introduction to Philippians February 11, 2001 Introduction to Philippians One of the most special moments for me in Central Asia took place when a 20 year old man named Ahemd, came to me with tears in his eyes. His father had just beaten him b/c of his faith in Jesus… and not only that, but ...read more

"Have I Been Faithful?" (1 Cor. 4:3, Nlb)

Contributed by Emil Boniog on Jan 5, 2004

As we begin the year 2004, it is good to take inventory of our Christian life. This message begins with an INVENTORY, looks at our ministry using two ILLUSTRATIONS, and concludes with an INJUNCTION for us to be faithful this new year.

“HAVE I BEEN FAITHFUL?” (1 Cor. 4:3, NLB) “Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful. But with me it is a very small thing that I should be judged of you, or of man’s judgment: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

We Have Much To Remember

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 13, 2005

A community Memorial Day address.

We Have Much to Remember Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Memorial Day grew out of the human need to remember where we have been. Only then can we figure out where we are going. The cherished memories of a nation, a town, a church, or ...read more

Scripture: John 5:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Facing The Future Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 2, 2003

An uplifting sermon about the future based on a Stephen F. Olford study

FACING THE FUTURE JOSHUA 1:1-9 (Adapted from a Stephen F. Olford study) INTRODUCTION In the first chapter of Joshua, we begin reading about a crisis that has erupted in the lives of the people of Israel. Their longtime leader and spiritual guide, Moses, has died. We need to understand that this ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, 2 Corinthians 1:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"God's Open Invitation" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 23, 2003

How do we respond to God’s invitation?

Iliff and Saltillo UM church November 24, 2002 Thanksgiving Message "God’s Open Invitation" Isaiah 25: 6-9 Luke 14:15-24 INTRODUCTION: This week is Thanksgiving. You probably have certain traditions and special ways you celebrate with family and friends. More than likely you will have turkey ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:6-9, Luke 14:15-24

Denomination: Methodist

The Song Of The Angels Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Dec 11, 2005

Hearing this very familiar Christmas story from a new perspective. What happens now after we’ve heard the angels sing?

THE SONGS OF CHRISTMAS: The Song of the Angels Luke 2: 8-20 1. Christmas is certainly the season for concerts and musicals! Here is just a very small sample of Christmas events taking place right now in the Seattle area: • The customary Nutcracker ballet. • A Christmas Carol at the ACT Theatre. A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: United Methodist

"Lessons From A Mom" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 6, 2005

How Moms and Grandmothers influence their families as well as mentors who help out as well.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches May 8, 2005 Mother’s Day “Lessons from a Mom” II Timothy 1:1-7 INTRODUCTION: Looking back on our lives we come up with different things that our Mothers taught us. These things still influence us today. Some things may bring smiles and other sadness, but we have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Don't Give Up! Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 28, 2005

Do you face opposition in your life? Does it discourage you? Listen to Paul’s words of encouragement to a discouraged pastor and find hope.

Have you ever been ready just to give up - especially when it comes to serving the Lord. You’ve learned about Him, given your heart to Him, then stepped out either to hare the Lord with someone or in some kind of ministry and nothing seems to be going right. You are ready to throw in the towel ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"God Is My Helper!"

Contributed by Ken Harris on May 28, 2005

To motivate the hearers to care for the POOR Lazaruses (the sick, hungry, and less fortunate) within their church, and community by being OBEDIENT to GOD’s WORD.

Psalms 41:1 (KJV) U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker Multicultural Gospel Service Taegu, South Korea BIG IDEA: Caring for the sick, hungry, and the less fortunate in this life - determines where we spend eternity hereafter. REFERENCES: Lazarus and The Rich Man: Luke 16:19-31 (KJV); ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Prophet With A Listening Problem Series

Contributed by David Swinney on Jun 4, 2005

As believers, we are often reluctant prophets who hear and understand but do not obey the word of the Lord.

The Prophet with a Listening Problem Jonah 1: 1 – 3; Jonah (Part One) Sunday Morning, June 5, 2005 Introduction: Wouldn’t It Be Great to Hear From the Lord? Wouldn’t It Be Great to Hear From the Lord? I mean, really, didn’t you ever think that the disciples had it easy? After all, they had ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Building People,questions Of Leadership? Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 10, 2003

Building people? Are we asking the right questions? What must we consider?

BUILDING PEOPLE --- questions of leadership By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr.   Kyfingers@aol.com I did this in three parts. I went searching for a beautiful tree, I searched all through the forest, I learned one thing in the forest, it is hard to see a tree, I can’t see a tree. We are so busy, we run ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:18, Ecclesiastes 12:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Is Keeping Me

Contributed by Stephen Robinson D on Mar 7, 2007

An encouraging sermon for the new year or church anniversary

Traditionally the New Year is a time of new beginnings. It is a time that we make new commitments to do better in the New Year than we did in the last year. It is a time that we sit down and make a list of how we are going to better in the New Year, than we did in the old. (Can I get a witness?) ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Children… Our Door Of Hope Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

Looking at the critical social issues of our day in light of perhaps the most compelling words Christ ever imparted to us “You are the salt… the light… world.”

Continue in our series entitled Holding Out Hope For A Wounded World… a series I plan to conclude over the next couple of weeks… a series looking at the critical social issues of our day in light of perhaps the most compelling words Christ ever imparted to us “You are the salt… the light… ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Abundant Life Of Jesus: Vii Series

Contributed by Gary Waguespack on Nov 7, 2001

The Power of "How Long," is anwered by "Who!"

The Abundant Life of Jesus: Part VII - How Long?! John 10:10; and 10:7-15 We’ve been following a series of questions to help us thing properly about the Abundant Life of Jesus, asking the questions: Who, does What, When, Why, Where, How and How Long! There’s power in each of these, check out ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed