Sermons on Lose Focus:

Rejoice! Philippians 4:4-7

Contributed by David Smith on Jan 4, 2007

Father Dave’s sermon on what it means to rejoice in the Lord always.

"Rejoice in the Lord always: again I will say, Rejoice. Let your forbearance be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. In nothing be anxious; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passes all ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Are You Too Busy To Pray?

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Dec 16, 2005

A simple challenge to Pray, we are not to busy to do the most important thing in our spiritual lives.

Are You to busy to Pray? Pastor Glenn Newton 11-13-05 How many of you had a busy week this week? Is there really any week that doesn’t feel busy? Many of you work many hours during the week, plus you give time to your children, to the events and ballgames that seem to never end, right? Many of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Nazarene

The God Who Exalts God Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 9, 2012

We are selfless followers of a self-centered God

The God Who Exalts God “We are selfless followers of a self-centered God.” Ezekiel 36:22-23 (p. 614) March 18, 2012 Introduction: “Therefore say to the House of Israel, this is what the sovereign Lord says, “It is not for your sake O house of Israel, that I am going ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Father's Purpose Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 7, 2012

The PURPOSE of the Father is to transform us into the likeness of the CHARACTER of Christ, which is expressed by the FRUIT of the Spirit. We are to heed God's call by surrendering to Him, cooperating with Him, and remaining in Christ.

Matt 28:19-20 – we are not called to make converts, but to make DISCIPLES who would obey Christ in everything. That’s LIFE CHANGE. In today’s world, the emphasis on good character is being gradually eroded. • In the past, we look at leaders as people with good character ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Take A Break! Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 26, 2007

is the Sabbath something we should consider today?

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • How many of us have wished for more hours in the day? We think if we have more time we could get more done! More hours in the day would just make for a more hectic day for most of us. • How many of us feel like our batteries are about to run down? Our lives seem to be ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Time Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Nov 5, 2007

Part I in 3-part series on Stewardship. Challenges hearers to to be stewards of their time in such a way that truly expresses absolute love for God and sacrificial love for others.

STEWARDSHIP THAT LOVES ABSOLUTEY & SACRIFICIALLY PART 1: TIME Rev. Todd Leupold Perth Bible Church Sunday AM November 4, 2007 INTRODUCTION: John 3:16 (emphasis on gave). Having learned from God’s example, John Maxwell over 2,000 years later summarized one powerful lesson of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Signs Of A Drifter

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 14, 2007

One of the biggest problems in churches today is that people are in a state of spiritual drift

Seven Signs of a Drifter (Part 1) Selected Passages January 28, 2007 Morning Service Introduction When I was in high school I can remember one of the worst snow storms to hit our area. The snow was like a fine powder and didn’t seem to pack very well but it drifted well enough. The winds picked up ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1

Denomination: Church Of God

Rejoice! (Philippians 4:4-7)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 15, 2007

At the time of writing this letter to the Philippians, we know full well that Paul was in prison, awaiting a trial that would determine whether he was to be executed. You...

I’ve chosen as my text this morning the Philippians passage - ‘Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say ‘rejoice’!’ I do this partly to spare you from having to hear my John the Baptist sermon again. I only have the one. More significantly though, I’ve chosen this passage because I’m conscious ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Seeing Is Believing, Isn't It?

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 9, 2013

Jesus wants us to declare Him before others. He said that if we don’t do that, He will not declare us to His Father. Where are you in that process?

May 21, 2006 Seeing Is Believing, Isn't It? John 20:24-20:29 (GNB) Introduction In a Peanuts comic strip, Charlie Brown is talking with Lucy as they walk home on the last day of school. Charlie Brown says to Lucy: “Lucy, I got straight A’s; isn’t that ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Vineyards Of Tifton

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 8, 2013

Exposition of John

Text: John 15:1-8, Title: The Vineyards of Tifton: The True Vine, Date/Place: NRBC, 7/8/13, AM A. Opening illustration: the Piedmont Ecology class that I used to teach at BJP at NC Weslyan, Sept vines B. I want to begin a three (or maybe four) part mini-series through this power-packed passage ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

"Changing Murphy's Law" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 21, 2016

In this message we will look at ridicule and how to handle it.

“Changing Murphy’s Law” Nehemiah 4 Perhaps you have heard of Murphy’s Law. Murphy is credited with the famous words, “if anything can go wrong, it will.” Other laws have now been blamed on him as well... • If everything seems to be going well you have ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Christ - The God-Man Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 26, 2016

Of all the men who ever lived, none have impacted humanity as Christ. His impact cannot be denied. The sovereign God-Man humbled Himself in obedience to the cross. We are admonished to possess the mind of Christ.

Jesus Christ – the God-Man Philippians 2: 5-11 Today we come to a passage of Scripture that I approach with great delight and humility. I am well aware that all Scripture was given by inspiration of God, and yet in my estimation, this is one of the greatest paragraphs recorded in the entire ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

"We Can Work It Out" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 7, 2017

Paul tells us to work out our salvation. We must remember when he said this he was speaking to believers not unbelievers. In this message we look at how to live out our faith according to Paul.

THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS “We can Work it Out” Philippians 2:12-18 One of the most difficult things in life to maintain it to keep all things where they are all supposed to be at all times…. It’s called balance. Sometimes we feel like a clown at the circus who is trying to keep all the plates ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Forsaking Ourselves For The Sake Of Others

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 14, 2017

Part 2 of a short series about the need and benefits of Community in the church.

Forsaking Ourselves For The Sake of Others Philippians 2:1-8 January 15, 2017 I’m not sure how it starts, but I know where it starts - - - we all like to think we know what’s best. We like to think we have most, if not all of the answers. We’re pretty free to give out advice and tell people ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Your Doubts

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 31, 2013

Thomas has been given a fairly difficult stereotype through the centuries because he is often referred to as doubting Thomas, but I don't believe that the title truly fits this man. So let's take a few moments to clear the air and see what we really know

May 21, 2006 Living With Your Doubts John 20:24-20:29 (GNB) In a Peanuts comic strip, Charlie Brown is talking with Lucy as they walk home on the last day of school. Charlie Brown says to Lucy: "Lucy, I got straight A's; isn't that great!" Lucy in her typical fashion shoots down poor Charlie ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist