Sermons on Live An Exemplary Life:

A Hunger For Truth Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 16, 2022

'A hunger for truth' Acts chapter 13 verses 13-53 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Preparation (vs 16-25) Declaration (vs 26-37) Application (38-41) SERMON BODY: Ill: • "Just one more thing..." • Was the TV detective Columbo's catchphrase. • Columbo, was a homicide detective with the Los Angeles Police Department • When you first saw him on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-52, Acts 13:13

Denomination: Brethren

Faithful Deacons Series

Contributed by Troy Walliser on Nov 5, 2020

As we align ourselves to the BIBLICAL model of church leadership, we can expect God to provide the GROWTH.

Faithful Deacons Acts 6:1-7 This morning we come back to our series through the book of Acts. We arrive at chapter six. One of the things that Luke, the inspired author of the book of Acts, has done is to comment regularly on the explosive growth that was happening in the early church. He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Very Special "I Am” Of John’s Gospel – "Ego Eimi” – "I, I Am” – So Much Comfort In It – Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 31, 2022

When does despair become relief? When does the dangerous trough of despondency become the glorious hill of deliverance? The answer is in verse 19 of John 6. Jesus drew near to the boat and when Jesus walked on the water and came closer to the boat, all the perspective changed.

A VERY SPECIAL “I AM” OF JOHN’S GOSPEL – “EGO EIMI” – “I, I AM” – SO MUCH COMFORT IN IT – PART 2 We looked in PART 1 at the marvellous I AM of John’s Gospel. It means “I, I am.” It stamped the authority of Jesus as the Elohim of the Old Testament, and that came with all authority. One of the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21, Matthew 14:26-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don’t Worry… Be Happy! 1 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

Several years ago, a very popular song that made the top ten list of favorites among many Americans was called, “Don’t worry…Be happy!”

It was sung by Bobby McFerin and the words go like this: “Don't worry, be happy In every life we have some trouble But when you worry you make it double Don't worry, be happy Don't worry, be happy now” “Don't worry, be happy Don't worry, be happy Don't worry, be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1

Denomination: Baptist

Exousia (The Authority Of Jesus) Series

Contributed by Stephen Weatherby on Aug 16, 2021

Examining the authority of Jesus, by which the disciples were sent into the world to make disciples

Good morning! Last week I spoke from John 6, and we went through the story of Jesus walking on water after the feeding of the 5000. We spoke about being aligned with God’s will, and the continual need that we have both as the church and as individuals to make sure that we are realigning ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Home Free

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Apr 15, 2023

We aren’t freed FROM the Sabbath, we’re freed BY the Sabbath.

Leah didn’t know why she kept coming to the synagogue. She counted the days up in her head... every 7 days for eighteen years, it had to be at least 400 times, she thought. At first people were sorry for her, and someone would take her arm to help her up the steps to section reserved for the women. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17, Matthew 6:19-21, Genesis 3:17-19, Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Strength In Weakness Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 20, 2025

When you feel disrespect, boast about the way God has honored you, humbled you, and helped you in your weakness.

In 1969, in a science lab in New Jersey, Canadian physicist Willard Boyle and his colleagues invented the concept of an electronic eye. Using their knowledge of mathematics and the behavior of light they provided the science behind digital cameras known as a charged-coupled device or CCD. The CCD ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, Ephesians 1:3, Ephesians 2:6, John 17:22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Conquering The Enemy

Contributed by Robert Travis on Sep 22, 2001

We are in this thing to win.

CONQUERING THE ENEMY SCRIPTURE READING: EPHESIANS 6:10-20 This book covers two important areas in the Christian life. 1. The walk of the believer. 2. The warfare of the believer. I. THE ADVERSARY. vv. 10-12 In order to conquer the enemy... ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

God's Plan For Us

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

Jeremiah points out three things God’s plan includes and gives us three responses that we are to have.

I. Introduction a. This was a dark time in Israel’s History i. Exile ii. Jeremiah’s Letter (597 BC) 1. 3,023 Jews b. God has Plans for our life. c. What Does God’s Plan in include? II. God’s Plan includes Prosperity a. Prosperity does not mean “Financial Gain” i. Verses 4-7 III. God’s ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Peace That Passes Understanding

Contributed by Ron Owen on Jan 16, 2001

A biblical prescription for peace

Philippians 4:4-7 “Peace That Passeth All Understanding” Intro: 1. Do all Christians have this kind of peace? 2. Think of a person you know who does and see if they have these characteristics I. Rejoice in the Lord always. (4) A. The focus of our joy (In the Lord) *What do you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Of Joy Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 23, 2004

This is the 2nd sermon in the series "Fruit Producers".

Series: Fruit Producers [#2] FRUIT OF JOY Galatians 5:22 Introduction: Galatians 5:22 says, ¡§But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy¡K¡¨ 1. Joy means an inner gladness; a deep seated pleasure. 2. The joy of the Lord is not the same as the joy of the world. God¡¦s Joy 1. God¡¦s joy is possessed ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Baptist

"Sentence With No Appeal" Pt 1 By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jul 13, 2004

Satan has persuaded mankind for centuries that there is no future punishment, no final accounting before God. That lie can now be fully exposed. Let’s examine it together!

Introduction Satan has persuaded mankind for centuries that there will be no final accounting before God. i.e. There will be no future punishment for anyone. Today we have an answer for this, "It’s a lie and don’t believe it!" He would have everyone to believe and it’s to his advantage, that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Mediocrity Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Mar 14, 2001

The Sermon on the Mount was not for everyone. It was only for REAL disciples. Should you be here for this series of messages?

I. The Multitudes (5:1a) A. See 4:25 B. They followed the miracles 1. (4:23-24) brought sick folks to be healed 2. This happened often a. Feeding of 5000 b. ‘An evil generation seeks a sign’ C. Majority of followers week after the exhilarating experiences II. The Mountain (5:1b) A. He drew away ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

What Kind Of Friend Jesus Is.

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Feb 24, 2003

IAM THANKFULL JESUS IS MY FRIEND HE IS THE BEST FRIEND I KNOW.

TITLE WHAT KIND OF FRIEND JESUS IS. TEXT PROVERBS 18-24 JESUS IS A 1 LOVING FRIEND JOHN 3-16 2 LIFTING FRIEND PS 40-1-3 3 LIFE LONG FRIEND HEBREWS 13-5 4 LISTENING FRIEND PS-34-15 5 LOOKING ON FRIEND PS-34-15 6 SAVING FRIEND ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24

Christmas Advent

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Nov 12, 2004

This outline gives an example for holding the Advent lightnig ni your church over the course of 4 weeks with the lighting of the 5th candle on your Christmas eve service.

Christmas 2005 Advent Advent is Latin for Arrival. This refers to the arrival of our Lord and Savior. The advent wreath represents God’s unending love for us, and the holly branches represent our everlasting life with Jesus Christ. We light one candle, reading the Advent passage for that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Bible Church