Sermons on Loose:

Becoming A Kingdom Church

Contributed by John Boquist on Jul 19, 2008

The church today is tasked with advancing the Kingdom of heaven, here’s how.

Being a Kingdom Church Matthew 16:13-20 Almost sixty years ago, our nation was shocked by the sudden death of our president, Franklin D. Roosevelt. We all remember the somber pageantry and mood in our nation Ronald Reagan died. But this was far more momentous because our nation was in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Vigilant Servant

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 14, 2016

To show that GOD will serve us in the days to come because He's the Eternal Great GOD, and all His creations will serve Him by waiting for His return.

I. EXORDIUM: How do you show your greatness? By being a vigilant servant. Matthew 20:26 Matthew 20:26 (Amplified Bible) Not so shall it be among you; but whoever wishes to be great among you must be your servant, II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:37

Denomination: Pentecostal

And He Yielded Up The Ghost

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 5, 2022

Today in America, we have many laws that are on the books, but they are never enforced.

God also has many laws but His laws are always enforced. For example, “Whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap” is a law that almighty God put in place. It is not a law that is applied to some people; it is a law that applies to everyone. Jacob’s sons lived an ungodly life. • In Shechem, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Make Me A Blessing (2 Of 3)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 15, 2024

This is the second sermon in this series on MAKE ME A BLESSING. When the apostle Paul writes to young Timothy and us to be a blessing we have to a “Man or Woman God.”

But he does not leave him guessing what it takes to be a MAN OF GOD. In verse 11 he tells him and us as we saw in last week’s sermon… 1) We must FLEE from sin. 2) And today in this sermon he instructs us there are somethings we must FOLLOW after. Look at 1 Timothy 6:11 But thou, O man of God, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Magnet

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Sep 29, 2003

A children’s ilustration of the power of a magnet to attract iron as a parable telling that Christians have a similar response to God.

THE MAGNET I was doing a repair job out of doors when unfortunately I dropped a tin of small nails on the gravel driveway. It was important that none be left mixed up in the gravel as I didn’t want the car to get a puncture! But it was difficult to find them among the loose gravel. Then I ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Welcome Home

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Sep 12, 2005

The Father’s forgiveness of a failing son.

Luke 15:11-24 Welcome Home! Intro – Melody in the Key of F I. He was an Ungrateful Worm (11-12) a. His audacity 11-12 (boldness to ask) b. His avarice 12 (greed) c. His ambition 12 (selfishness, fleshly) d. His animosity 12 (hatred of Father & others) II. He lived in Unbridled ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

I Was Blind, But Now I See! Series

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Aug 6, 2004

4th part of "A Purpose driven life" series by Pastor Gomez Sr.

*Matthew 16:13-19 Mark 8:27?30; Luke 9:18?21 When Jesus came into the region of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, saying, "Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?? So they said, "Some say John the Baptist, some Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.? He said to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding The Invisible

Contributed by Stuart Blount on Jun 16, 2004

To receive the impossible we need to believe in the invisible! Our invisible God always works in the visible!

To receive the impossible we need to believe in the invisible! The Invisible World – Much of our world today believes in an invisible realm. One we cannot see or touch in a material sense. Apart from the fact that the majority of the world’s population believes in one form of deity or another we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons From A Storm Pt. 1

Contributed by Robert Dyson on Jan 13, 2003

This sermon is designed to provide instructions to belivers about dealing with difficult situation that develop in life.

MT 14:22 Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowd. 23 After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, 24 but the boat was already a considerable ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-28

Denomination: Baptist

Purpose Of The Church - Part One Series

Contributed by James Capps on Mar 11, 2003

An overview of the Five Purposes of the church from the Purpose Driven Church by Rick Warren.

The Purpose of the Church Exodus 9:16 & Philipians 2:1-11 Part 1 – overview Everyone has a purpose. Everything we do that is worthwhile has a purpose God gave us the church with a purpose in mind…why is it that so many times the church seems so out of touch then? I think when the world, that’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 9:16, Philippians 2:1-11, Exodus 9:1-35

Denomination: Methodist

Faith - God's Priority - Our Blessing

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Oct 18, 2003

Pentecost 19: Many things distract us from the blessings our faith point us toward. But Jesus says to rid ourselves of the things that can harm our faith.

When I first bought my car, it was a joy to keep it up. I washed and cleaned it several times a week. I didn’t like for Sofi or the kids to eat in it. I was careful to park it so that it wouldn’t be damaged by others opening their doors into it. Oil changes were religious experiences. Taking care ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:43-50

Denomination: Lutheran

How Do I Know I'm In God's Will Being A Part Of This Church

Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Nov 13, 2003

How to discover if the church you are attending is the one you are supposed to be at.

How do I know I’m in God’s will being a part of this church? Isaiah 2 If you look around, there are churches of all sizes, religions, denominations, and colors everywhere you turn. (Give ex. And directions) God has a place for all of us where he wants us to worship. But how do I know this is it? ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Your Name

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 4, 2005

Do people associate your name with the power of God or do they wonder who you are.

“What is Your Name” By Elder Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Gen.12:2 “And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing.” There is an old saying that goes “sticks and stones may break my bone, but names will never hurt me” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:2

Denomination: Apostolic

Overcoming Demonic Powers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 7, 2004

Multitudes who start down the road of permissiveness are soon trapped in a lifestyle of enslaving addictions and shameless practices that rob them of self-respect, satisfaction, and hope. Essentially, Satan has them in his power, just as he had the maniac

Overcoming Demonic Powers (Mark 5:1-5:20) Jesus knew that some of the greatest battles are fought with demonic powers. The Bible promises us victory in advance if we appropriate Christ’s truth. "Greater is He who is in us than He who is in the world." (I John 4:4) When Jesus healed the demon ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Parable Heaven

Contributed by Marianne Unger on Sep 8, 2004

The Parables of the lost sheep and lost coin teach us the importance of every single individual to the Kingdom Of God.

Luke 15:1-10 Parable Heaven Our gospel readings this morning, send me to parable heaven. Now you know, if you’ve been listening to my sermons, and I know you have, that I love parables and metaphors. Here we have 2 parables: -The Parable of the lost sheep. -The Parable of the lost coin. Now I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: *other