Sermons on Loss Of Interest:

Reflections On Survivor

Contributed by Tony Grant on May 30, 2002

Our personal sins so separate us from God that only grace can restore us.

Reflections of Survivor Rom 3:2b-26 05/26/02 Trinity Sabbath by Tony Grant “Survivor” I am a fan of the CBS program "Survivor." There have been four editions of the program, beginning with Survivor Pulau Tiga, then Survivor Outback, Survivor Africa and now Survivor Marquesas. Survivor Marquesas ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:22-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Value Of A Woman Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on May 12, 2002

1. A woman’s place is in the home (NOT the approach you might think). 2 A woman’s place is in the world. 3. A woman’s place is in the church.

When I was growing up we watched family sitcoms like “Ozzie and Harriet,” “Leave it to Beaver,” or “Father Knows Best.” When my girls were growing up it was “The Brady Bunch” and “The Cosbys.” Gender roles were pretty clear, and parents were pretty much in charge of the home. Now a genre of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Conquering Family Hurdles! Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on May 12, 2001

I believe the three top family hurdles we face today is proper training within the home, correct attitudes of the family members, and communications.

"Conquering Family Hurdles!" "More than a SURVIVOR" series part 3 of 4 Text: Prov. 31:26-28 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin - May 13, 2001 www.crosscreekcc.org God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! Happy Mother’s Day! We are in a series entitled "More ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:26-28

Denomination: Bible Church

That Monday Morning Feeling Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 20, 2001

God cares how we live.

trust you all know the old adage that if you’re buying a car make sure it’s not a Monday car. In fact, they say the best cars to buy are Wednesday cars. Monday cars are the worst because of that endemic malady, ’Mondayitis’. It seems that most people have a problem moving from the relaxation of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Anglican

What Is God Looking For?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 19, 2000

To begin this sermon, I’m going to read 3 brief passages of Scripture. And as I do, see how quickly you can discover the connection between them.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2020) TEXT: 1 Samuel 9:2; 16:7; Luke 19:1 10 A. To begin this sermon, I'm going to read 3 brief passages of Scripture. And as I do, see how quickly you can discover ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10, 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parables Of The Talents And Pounds Series

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Aug 26, 2005

Jesus used the Parables of The Talents and The Pounds to teach His followers of the Kingdom of God - of its Coming, postponed in all its fulness until His Return, but in the meantime, Waiting and Working for it, and Accountability for what we do for it.

When Jesus walked the highways and byways of the land of Israel preaching the coming Kingdom of God he caused quite a stir. The religious establishment were generally suspicious and increasingly hostile to His message. His reception by what were known as the ‘common people’ was quite different. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Would Remain Unbroken Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 18, 2003

how Jesus bones would not be broken

April 14, 2003 Psalm 22:17-18 I can count all my bones; people stare and gloat over me. 18 They divide my garments among them and cast lots for my clothing. I used to have a neighbor who is what I would call “Mr. Clean.” Almost every Saturday during the summer I would see him outside ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:17-18

Denomination: Lutheran

True Conversion

Contributed by Ian Lyall on Oct 20, 2005

Many people claim to have ’made a decision for Christ’. But are they truly converted. Their perseverance will be the test

I’m no carpenter. That’s the understatement of the year! But I understand that in carpentry there’s a term "clinching the nail". If I have it right: In rough work, a nail is driven through several boards so that the point of the nail sticks through the back. Then the workman gives a blow of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-29

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Words Of Assurance To Those In Crisis

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000

A story has been told of a dying man who asked his Christian doctor to tell him something about the place to which he was going.

A story has been told of a dying man who asked his Christian doctor to tell him something about the place to which he was going. As the doctor fumbled for a reply, he heard a scratching at the door, and then he had his answer. "Do you hear that?" he asked his patient. "It's my dog. I left him ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Best Kind Of M And M

Contributed by Jim Kane on Mar 8, 2003

God has a mission for us.

Since it has been two weeks since we gathered together for worship, let me briefly remind us that we are in the closing weeks of our series on God’s vision for us. And what is his vision – that we be a fully following and faithfully functioning church. For the past four weeks we have focused on ...read more

Scripture: John 17:18, John 20:21

Denomination: Church Of God

Healing The Blind Man

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Aug 27, 2001

Jesus Christ rewards those who are: 1. Persistent with him. 2. Passionate about him. 3. Pursuing him.

Do you ever feel like life is passing you by? That is how Bartimaeus felt. He had been sitting on the sidelines of life. He was begging because he was blind and had no way of making a living for himself. He could not go on a trip as the people with Jesus were doing. The whole crowd was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Methodist

How The Gospel Can Inspire The Church Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 7, 2008

Encourage one another with the greatness of the hope that is ours. This hope is so great that it’s all we need to motivate us. It’s a hope that will keep us from the fear of death, keep us from despair, because it promises God’s power to be with us moment

Someone suggested that today’s service is bit like a funeral, or at least a memorial service and the passage we’re looking at today might reinforce that idea. But I hope that’s not how you see it. This is meant to be a celebration of good ministry that’s happened over a long period of time and ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Building Your Alliances Series

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 13, 2007

What are the indications of strong, healthy friendships?

Shera and I watched on Thursday evening as Christie voted out of the Amazon on Survivor. Her mistake? She refused to join a solid alliance. She had the opportunity, but she simply wouldn’t commit herself. As a result, people thought she was flip-flopping and not to be trusted, so they voted her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Would Jesus Say To Osama Bin Laden? Series

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 16, 2007

This message compares Osama to Saul (Paul), as one of the most hated and feared people in the world. Yet, even someone who has performed such evil, is not beyond the reach of God’s love and forgiveness.

He proclaimed a holy war against Christians everywhere. He uttered murderous threats toward anyone who claimed to be a follower of Christ. He captured and persecuted Christians, opposing all who followed Jesus. He even approved of and participated in mobs of people killing anyone who claimed to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

Do You Want To Leave Too? Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on May 21, 2007

Why do people follow Christ? If not for the right reasons, they will soon fall away.

Introduction: I. Why do people follow Christ? II. We might expect that any reason people respond to Christ would be a good reason, but that is not always the case. III. One of the more interesting facts about “church” life that I have observed is that there are many reason why people “follow” ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-71

Denomination: Methodist