Sermons on Lords Song:

How Did This World Really Come Into Existance

Contributed by Pastor Cosmos on Jan 7, 2011

This is a sermon explaning the formation of the earth with Biblical proof

Jim once asked an atheist if he had ever wrestled, even for a few moments, with the thought that maybe God does exist. "Absolutely!" the atheist said, to Jim’s surprise. "Years ago when our first child was born I almost became a believer in God. "As I looked down at that miniature-but-perfect ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Love And Hate

Contributed by David Flowers on Feb 2, 2011

On the weekend we observe the 9th anniversary of 9/11, and the 8th birthday of Wildwind Church, we take a moment to reflect on the fear and hatred that are mounting in our society today, and contrast it with God's clear call to love.

Love. And Hate. Wildwind Community Church David Flowers September 12, 2010 September 12, 2010. Yesterday of course was the 9th anniversary of the worst terrorist attacks in American history. We were all there. We all remember exactly where we were, and what we were doing, when we first heard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Free Methodist

An Overview Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Nov 19, 2009

Ephesus was a modern-day New Orleans, filled with voodoo, occult practices and mysticism. Paul carried out his most dramatic ministry in this city.

An Overview of Ephesians: Paul’s Letter to the Christians at Ephesus ________________________________________ Historical/Grammatical Method of Interpretation requires us to first look at the historical context in which Paul wrote the letter of Ephesians and in which the Christians in that city ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14, Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Peace Of Salt Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 9, 2010

We truly help people grow in their relationship with Christ and ministry skills not with harsh words of criticism, but with words of grace and peace, seasoned with salt.

An efficiency expert concluded a lecture with a note of caution: “You don’t want to try these techniques at home.” “Why not?” asked someone from the back of the audience. “I watched my wife’s routine at breakfast for years,” the expert explained. “She made lots of trips to the refrigerator, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Miracle Of Restored Joy

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Apr 5, 2008

Maybe you are here this morning and you’ve lost some of your joy,We read here in John how Jesus restored joy to those who attended a marriage celebration in Cana.

The Miracle of Restored Joy John 2:1-11 A young couple very much in love were getting married in church. However, Sue the wife was very nervous about the big occasion and so the Pastor chose one verse that he felt would be a great encouragement to them. 1 John 4:18 which says “There is no fear in ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Is This The End?

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Apr 26, 2008

With everything going on around us from wars, natural disasters, food shortages, job losses and high gas prices is this the end days? It may be but what is more important is what God says we need to do to be ready for it.

Is This The End? Pastor Ryan Akers April 27, 2008 Video- End of World? Sermon Spice Every time I turn on the TV I continue to get depressed by what I see on the news. There is no question we are in or very quickly heading to an economic crisis. Probably one that many of us have never seen. 1. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Wesleyan

Our Part In The Family Tree Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jul 4, 2011

Matthew's genealogy of Jesus shows that all of us can serve Jesus in the present regardless of our past.

I think that most of us instinctively understand the importance of beginnings in our lives. As we embark on our journey through the life of Jesus, we’ll find that His beginnings had tremendous impact on his life here on earth and a significant influence on His ministry. So we’re going ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Antidote For Anxiety Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 7, 2011

If we want to overcome our fears, then we must always remember: God is faithful and we are forgiven.

In an issue of the AARP Bulletin, readers were asked to respond to the question: What’s your strategy for coping with stress? The answers ranged from “eat a chocolate chip cookie” to “have a stiff drink.” But Don Betz of Oakdale, Minnesota, offered his own unique solution. Every January 1st, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 43:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Spiritual Thermodynamics Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 4, 2012

We grow and multiply through faith, oppression, and obedience as God's ancient people did when they experienced harsh treatment in Egypt.

In The Last Days Newsletter, Leonard Ravenhill tells about a group of tourists visiting a picturesque village. They walked by an old man sitting beside a fence, and one of them asked, “Were any great men born in this village?” The old man replied, “Nope, only babies.” ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Awaiting The Glory Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 6, 2012

Oh how I hate to wait... waiting is so difficult for me, but I have found that waiting is a 'universal' problem... it is just that some of us do it better than others and make better use of our time while we are waiting...

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 3, 2012 Date Preached: May 6, 2012 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Title: Waiting on the Glory!! Sermon Text: Romans 8:18-25 [NLT] Introduction: Show verses as I read…following me 18Yet what we suffer now is nothing compared to the glory ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Nine Alarms That Have Went Unheard Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 28, 2012

Is it possible that an ancient Scripture holds a mystery that reveals America’s future? I believe the answer is “yes.” I believe that the mystery lies behind everything from 9/11, to the War on Terror, to the crash of Wall Street and the global economy,

The Final Countdown Has Began Series (Four Parts) “Nine Alarms That Have Went Unheard” 1 of 4 Based upon Jonathan Cahn’s book & messages: “The Harbinger” February 12, 2012 Chester First Baptist Church, Chester, Illinois Dr. Mike Fogerson, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:10

Denomination: Baptist

Compelled By The Love Of God Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 11, 2012

As amazing as these truths are Paul says the most compelling thing that should motivate us in our love for Christ is what He did in giving His life for us. Greater motivation than how great heaven will be or how horrible to face judgment.

Last week we had two messages based upon the first 13 verses of chapter 5. Paul focused strongly upon the aspects of things beyond this life: the transformation of our earthly body to a building made without hands in the heavenlies, our being newly clothed in our eternal apparel and last Sunday ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-21

Investing In The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Nov 18, 2011

We invest in the kingdom of heaven by investing in the lives of people.

In the movie, “The Pirates of the Caribbean,” Captain Jack Sparrow has a compass. It is no ordinary compass. Rather than pointing north, it points toward whatever the person holding it wants most. It might be treasure, or a person, or a location. But it only works if the person holding ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Culitvating Contentment In The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Nov 18, 2011

Jesus’ followers overcome worry by focusing on God’s faithfulness and cultivating a life of contentment.

In his book, Jesus’ Spiritual Journey and Ours, Thomas Kepler records the account of a lady who realized that her worrying was running and ruining her life. So she made for herself a "worry table" in which she tabulated all her anxieties. After a period of time, she discovered that her ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Making My Stewardship Practical Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Nov 18, 2011

Being good stewards in the kingdom of heaven requires implementing some practices that promote our stewardship.

This morning we’re going to wrap up our five week series on stewardship in the kingdom of heaven. We began five weeks ago by establishing four foundational principles. Since these are so important, let’s review them one more time: Foundational principle #1: • God owns everything Foundational ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:24

Denomination: Baptist