Sermons on Love Enemy:

Following Christ

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 19, 2011

This message was inspired (outline borrowed) from another pastor. The call of Christ is more pressing and demanding than the average believer considers it to be.

Following Christ Luke 9:57-62 * In his book "None of These Diseases”, S. I. McMillen, tells a story of a young woman who wanted to go to college, but her heart sank when she read the question on the application blank that asked, "Are you a leader?" Being both honest and conscientious, she ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

The Eyes Have It

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 26, 2009

What we see with our eyes affects us spiritually.

THE EYES HAVE IT INTRODUCTION: The eyes, they’re a wonderful instrument aren’t they? They’re a complex mechanism of combined parts that all work together to allow us to be able to see the world around us. This can be both a blessing and a curse. There is much beauty to see in this world but along ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Groaning In Hope Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jan 29, 2009

Thank God that relief from suffering is coming through Jesus Christ!

1. Sin has done much more damage than we really realize. 2. We suffer in this world… because of sin. – Read 8:18 • We experience pains & problems in this world… because of sin. • Fears, anxieties, hurts & bitterness… because of sin. As we go back to the Garden of Eden. • Adam & Eve learned in an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:19-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"God's Purposeful Plan For You: God's Calling” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jan 29, 2009

God has predetermined the destiny of all who’ll believe in Him.

1. As God is working all things together for our good and His glory, there is a goal he has in mind… a single purpose. • Nothing is wasted by God as He uses it all to grow & mature us. • The Bible says we are being conformed into the image of Jesus. 2 Corinthians 3:18 (NKJV) 18 But we all, with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:29-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Intro To Titus Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Feb 2, 2009

Introduction to the book of Titus

INTRODUCTION What do you love about M&M’s? They don’t melt under heat. What do the Following people have in common? John Edwards David Duchouvy Fast Eddie Johnson Winona Ryder Jeremiah Gunner Scott Karen Raborn Heather Johnston Amy Wilkins The all experienced some type of Integrity ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Conquering Our Own Demons

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Feb 4, 2009

We all have demons that we struggle. Sin is something that even the Apostle Paul fought off. With Jesus’ help, we can conquor even the most difficult of our own demons.

Conquering Our Own Demons Mark 1:21-28 Introduction We all have something in common with the Gospel message we heard a moment ago. Just like the man with the unclean spirit, we have our own demons to content with. We may not have an actual devil in us, but we do have issues which plague us from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Introducing The Lost Parables Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Feb 5, 2009

Lost People matter to God

Introducing the Lost Parables Luke 15 February 8th, 2009 INTRODUCTION Well told stores of lost things have a way of pulling at our heart. One fine day in 1941, Violet Bailey and her fiancé Samuel Booth were strolling through the English countryside, deeply in love and engaged to be married. A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Living Single 101 Series

Contributed by John Eldridge on Feb 6, 2009

This is a modification of a sermon designed for single people during our family series. It was modified and preached to our youth group.

Intro: I wanted the Lord to return, but there were a lot of things that I wanted to do first. How many of you want to get married some day? What do you look for in a boy/girl friend? TS. What does the bible say about marriage? 1 Cor. 7:6-9 (NIV) I say this as a concession, not as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:6-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Blood Test

Contributed by James May on Jun 4, 2008

We must submit ourselves to the "Blood Test"; not the one that the doctor gives, but the one that says we are washed, cleansed and made righteous by the precious blood of Jesus Christ.

Blood Test Wednesday, June 4, 2008 By Pastor Jim May Yesterday I went in to the doctor’s office for a blood test. I wanted to know that I still had some, and that what I had was in good shape. The usual cholesterol, sugar levels, etc. are being checked. It was all in an effort to try to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Saying 'yes' To Life"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 19, 2010

Saying ‘Yes’ to life basically boils down to asking, “What can I do with the life God has given me?” And then, living into it!!!

Hebrews 11:29-12:2 “Saying ‘Yes’ to Life” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN An author writes, “When my oldest son, Nathan, was a teenager, he told me that he had decided to become a stockbroker, a millionaire by age 30, and ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

The Sacrificial System Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Aug 30, 2010

Looking at the sacrificial system in Leviticus chapters 1-10, we discover why God provided a way to deal with sin through animal sacrifices and why this system was replaced by Christ's once and for all sacrifice of himself at the cross.

Leviticus Series #2 The Sacrificial System Leviticus 1 - 10 CHCC: June 20, 2010 INTRODUCTION: Today we’re going to look at the first part of the Old Testament Book of Leviticus. This book outlines the details of the Laws that God’s Nation would follow. Last week we talked about ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Going Deeper

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 31, 2010

Christ calls us to go deeper with Him where greater riches and service lie and stop wading in the shallows. Why don’t Christians want to go deeper? How can they go deeper? What are the benefits of going deeper?

Going Deeper Hebrews 5:12 – 6:1 Introduction: Paul scolded the Hebrew Christians for remaining shallow believers and not growing deeper in their Christian experience. They remained superficial believers. He challenges them to go on to maturity. Christ called Peter to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Handle A Crisis Confidently!

Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Sep 3, 2010

There are three kinds of storms in life. Storms that we bring on ourselves: Crisis that come as a result of our own decisions and actions Storms that God causes: Like the flood the God created because of mans wickedness Storms that other people cause:

HOW TO HANDLE A CRISIS! INTRO: There are three kinds of storms in life. Storms that we bring on ourselves: Crisis that come as a result of our own decisions and actions Storms that God causes: Like the flood the God created because of mans wickedness Storms that other people cause: When you are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:9-44

Denomination: Christian Church

The Advantages Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 16, 2010

An expository sermon of 2 Cor. 1:1-7, dealing with how we can benefit from suffering

Intro: 1. Since Paul’s first letter, to the Corinthian church, he has been attacked and ridiculed by false teachers. One thing for sure, you can’t have daily victory without experiencing a daily intake of stupidity from those who wouldn’t know God, if they met Him in a corn ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Communion: Because I Am Said So Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 22, 2010

It is hard to understand how Jesus' body and blood is present with the bread and wine of Holy Communion but it shouldn't be difficult to believe - not when you consider who came up with Holy Communion...

“Why do I have to sweep?” “Because I said so.” If little sister has spoken the “Because I said so,” you might as well be a train that’s about to run over and flatten a penny. There’s no chance you’re going to submit to her authority is there? ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-23

Denomination: Lutheran