Sermons on Long Haul:

The Prayer Of Antioch

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 26, 2002

The prayer of Antioch got God’s attention in a big way, but we’re not told what they prayed. What can this unique prayer teach us?

OPEN: A 5-yr-old said grace at family dinner one night. "Dear God, thank you for these pancakes." When he finished his prayer, his parents looked curiously at him and asked him why he thanked God for pancakes when they were having chicken. He smiled and said, "I thought I’d see if He was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"He Told Him The Good News"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 18, 2003

A call to evangelism.

ACTS 8:26-40 “He Told Him The Good News” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA One of the most perplexing questions for many of us Christians is this: “How can we spread the Gospel? How can we extend and promote Christianity?” Let’s face ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: United Methodist

Outgrown Britches Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 26, 2001

Stewardship is what you do with all of your life. Paul made a strong point about judging that touches both the lost and the complacent church goer.

November 25, 2001 1So look at Apollos and me as mere servants of Christ who have been put in charge of explaining God’s secrets. 2Now, a person who is put in charge as a manager must be faithful. 3What about me? Have I been faithful? Well, it matters very little what you or anyone else thinks. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

My Name Is Simon Peter

Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 23, 2002

If you have a flare for the dramatical and want to see the crucifixion of Christ through the eyes of Peter then check this out!

Make sure you check the end to see how this sermon should be delivered. It is a dramatical presentation. Hello, fellow brothers and sisters in our Lord Christ Jesus, My name is Simon. You probably know me better as Peter. No doubt you know the stories of our Lord and Savior. I’m here today ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Yoke's On You Series

Contributed by David Ward on Dec 16, 2004

An encouragement to find rest in Christ, and to minister through his strength

“The Yoke’s On You” Matthew 11:28-30 INTRODUCTION: Do you ever find it difficult to follow Christ? Why is it so hard to follow Jesus sometimes? Do you ever get tired? Do you ever find yourself in need of rest? How can I find rest while following Jesus? [READ Matt. 11:28-30] Notice what ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Worship Of God

Contributed by David Washburn on Oct 28, 2002

The worship of God begins on the Sabbath, but true worship is lived everyday through our commitment to God and God’s calling.

What does it mean to worship? The heading on the inside of our bulletin states, “Gathered to Worship.” We call what we do during this hour “ our worship service.” In describing this time to our children, we sometimes refer to it as “Big Church,” because they have their children’s church. So what is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Parenting By Pager

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

What do you do when there's not enough time to do everything?

Parenting by Pager What do you do when there's not enough time to do everything? Job 1:5 Have you ever tried to be two places at the same time? In many ways, technology is making that possible. Some parents are setting up a baby cam in the nursery so grandparents can log on the Internet and ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Nehemiah's Wild Ride Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Braland on Sep 27, 2006

Today’s message is about being like Jesus. It’s about putting feet under you faith and taking action. It’s about getting off the bench and into the game and when you leave today I hope you get it. I hope you understand how significant you are in the Ki

A mother was preparing pancakes for sons, Kevin who is 5, and Ryan who is 3. The boys began to argue over who would get the first pancake. Their mother saw the opportunity for a moral lesson so she said: “If Jesus were sitting here, He would say, "Let my brother have the first pancake. I can ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

3 Odd Jobs Of The Tentmaker Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 10, 2005

Paul had the heart of an ACCOUNTANT, a RUNNER, and a STEWARD, and illustrates for us how to truly do God’s will in our lives. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

3 Odd Jobs of the Tentmaker Acts 20:18-38 Most of us wear more than 1 hat, and have a side job, whether paid for it or not. Some people have a career, but have a heart for other things. We cannot do it all. The Apostle Paul had the skills and knowledge to be more than a tentmaker, and his other ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:18-38

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer - A Conversation With God

Contributed by John Quigley on Jan 7, 2005

First in a series setting out prayer as a conversation with God, this sermon deals primarily with the role of faith in prayer.

John 14:10-14 "Do you not believe that I am in the Father and the Father is in me? The words that I say to you I do not speak on my own authority, but the Father who dwells in me does his works. Believe me that I am in the Father and the Father is in me, or else believe on account of the works ...read more

Scripture: John 14:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Realizing The Joy Of The Lord

Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on Mar 22, 2006

How do we transmit Godly values to our children and does God care if we do? Yes he does and he shows us how to do it in his word.

MORE PARENTS are hauling their children before the court in an attempt to wrestle back control over them. "More mothers are bringing their children on private matters, saying ’help me, this child is wandering, help me’," she said. "They might be realising that they can’t assist ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-10, Psalm 9:10, Revelation 14:7, Matthew 8:28, Psalm 146:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Adventist

Laying Down Your Stones

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 15, 2005

We are all in need of the grace of Jesus. We cannot afford to be throwing stones

Laying Down Your Stones John 8:1-11 June 24, 2005 Introduction I can remember a time when my neighbor and I were looking for stones in my driveway that we could skip across our creek. We made a nice pile of flat stones that might work well for the task of skipping stones across the creek. In the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

A Response Of Saving Faith-11

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 20, 2013

11 of ? The Hebrews writer recounted the very practical responses which faith had wrought in their forebears/ancestors. Saving faith yields practical responses to life. Saving faith meets life’s challenge with...

A RESPONSE Of SAVING FAITH-XI—Hebrews 11:3-40 Attention: People we recognize as spiritually standing above others. Faith’s response to life’s challenges We indeed bring something of value to the table when we are saved! The Hebrews writer sought to encourage & exhort his readers(hearers) by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:3-40

Denomination: Baptist

What About Him?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 10, 2010

There are so many distractions to following Jesus. John's gospel shows us a final example of how to deal with these at the very end of his gospel.

John 21:18-23 Lord, What About Him? Riding the Inner City buses is an educational experience. One thing you learn early on is this: What you do for one you have to do for all. (That is, if you want any peace). There’s a standard of fairness and interconnectedness that is embedded in the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:21-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living By The Word

Contributed by Tom Tarpley on Jan 19, 2010

Benefits of knowing God's Word

Introduction: Are you reaping the benefits that go along with being heirs to the Kingdom of God? If you profess to be a Christian Disciple of Jesus Christ and you have fully surrendered your heart to God, and you are obedient and walking in the path that leads to God, then you should be ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:23-25

Denomination: *other