Sermons on Make Disciples:

That's No Excuse!

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 27, 2007

The divine call never comes out of recognition of a special talent or particular piety or readiness to serve. It comes because God has decided you’re it!

That’s No Excuse – Jeremiah 1: 4 - 10 Intro: As a high school teacher I think you hear every excuse that was ever given. Things like: “My little brother tore up my homework.” “I had to work late and didn’t get to it.” “I didn’t understand it.” --- And when we leave school we do not leave ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Luke Gives Us A Down To Earth Sermon

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 9, 2007

A sermon for the 6th Sunday after Epiphany, Series C.

6th Sunday after Epiphany, February 11, 2007 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, you poured out your saving grace upon us through your Son, Jesus the Christ, who entered into death to destroy the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Lutheran

"Made As Though He Would Go Further"

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 27, 2007

This is a short devotional about spending time with the Lord. Jesus was a GUEST WHO NEEDED INVITING, but He is A GUEST WORTH INVITING.

“…and he made as though he would have gone further" Luke 24:28 Luke 24:13-35 I heard a story recently about a boy who went on a date with a girl he loved deeply. He asked her, "Can I kiss you?" She was silent. He then asked, "May I kiss you?" Again, she was silent. He said, "Well, are you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Off Dead Center

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 28, 2007

The nation of Israel was like many of us, kind of stuck. But there are ways we can get out of this rut, and move on to greater effectiveness.

Passage: 1 Samuel 7:2-11 Intro: It’s amazing when an event that took place more than 3000 years ago is so relevant to us. 1. for over 3 centuries, the people of Israel had turned their backs on God. 2. they had suffered terribly, but hadn’t put their condition together with their behavior. 3. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:2-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Who Does God Choose

Contributed by Aaron Legendre on Oct 20, 2007

Who are gods disciples.A look at discipleship.

Good Morning everyone. I am going to start out today talking little about a man who is very rarely Mentioned in the Bible. His name is Andrew. Now I am sure you all know his brother better. His brother Peter Was mentioned Many many times. Peter was extraordinary in his works for the Lord. I am not ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Matters Most!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 31, 2007

This sermon can be a time to stirr up the congregation to think.

What Matters Most Text: II John 1:4-6 I rejoiced greatly that I have found some of your children walking in truth, as we received commandment from the Father. 5 And now I plead with you, lady, not as though I wrote a new commandment to you, but that which we have had from the beginning: ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:4-6, 2 John 2:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Scary Sanity

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 25, 2007

If you really start to believe in who Jesus really said He was, then you’ve got to entertain the notion that he could radically change YOU too! That is scary!

Then they arrived at the country of the Gerasenes, which is opposite Galilee. As he stepped out on land, a man of the city who had demons met him. For a long time he had worn no clothes, and he did not live in a house but in the tombs. When he saw Jesus, he fell down before him and shouted at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: United Methodist

Brightness In Darkness

Contributed by Sam Evangelista on Jun 29, 2007

Born-again believersof Jesus Christ have all the reasons to rejoice even in the midst of hardship and trials of their lives as they continue to love and serve Him because they are assured of the Lord’s unfailing promise: "And surely I am with you always,

God can bring brightness in the darkest moment of our lives when... 1. Our adversities are God’s opportunities...(vs.12,13) a. For our salvation b. For spiritual maturity c. For mission and evangelism 2. Our situation becomes others’ motivation. (vs.14-18) Paul’s zeal in the ministry ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Part 8 - Who Is Simon Peter? Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 7, 2007

Part 8 of our Great Commission sermon series takes a closer look at who Simon Peter was.

The Commission Part 8 – Who is Simon Peter Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † Jesus Begins His ministry by calling 4 Disciples † He Calls His First Disciples, Andrew (Peter’s Brother) and possibly John, Son of Zebedee. † We talked about who ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Bible Church

The Frailty Of The Flesh

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Jul 11, 2007

An examination of 2 Corinthians 5:16 as it relates to our flesh and our misconception of it.

THE FRAILTY OF THE FLESH 2 CORINTHIANS 5:16-17 I have come to the realization that we don’t really understand the flesh… Flesh: the soft substance of a human or other animal body, consisting of muscle and fat… the physical nature of humankind as distinguished from its moral or spiritual nature. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why So Few Laborers?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jul 18, 2007

In Matthew chapter eight you read of many volunteers. In Matthew chapter nine, you will read there is a great need for laborers. Why are so many called but so few chosen? Seven reasons:

Title: "Why the Laborers are so few?" Introduction: These two verses of scripture are very well known, but you might be surprised by something in it’s context. In Chapter nine, Jesus is pleading for laborers. In chapter eight, there are many would be followers of Jesus. Why are there so many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:37-38

Denomination: Baptist

Enduring Faith

Contributed by Donald Minshew on Jul 20, 2007

Living faith is contrasted with verbal faith.

Context: part of Sermon on the Mount. Immediate context: 2 ways (13-14); 2 trees (17-20); and finally 2 builders. Issue: more people will profess Christ than will follow Christ. Emphasis on words. 1. Enduring faith is more than knowing the words. Not/but – provides a strong contrast between ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Be Prepared - Proclaim The Birth" Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 1, 2008

The Christmas Story not only proclaims God’s love in his incarnation, but also demonstrates how God moves through the lives of regular people to establish his kingdom

Matthew 1:18-25 “Be Prepared – Proclaim the Birth” INTRODUCTION The Christmas Story is the story of God--Creator of the Universe--interacting with human history. This story, however, is not just about God’s loving and grace-filled activity, it is also about Mary and Joseph. This young ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Evidence Of A Christ-Centered Life Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

If a believer has truly made Christ the center of their lives then there should be a change in their purpose, perspective of death, performance, the their personal relationships.

#11 6-3-07 Evidence of a Christ-Centered Life Introduction, What does it mean to be a Christ-centered person? It means first that you know Christ as your Savior and then have made Him the Lord of your life. Text; Philippians 1:21-28 I. A Change in Your Purpose A. Previous goals of your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Leave Your Horeb

Contributed by Jose Imperial on Jan 7, 2008

One of the great obstacles for the christian to advance in his faith, ministry, or church is when the time he begin to think that he had already arrived in his destination....

God said to the Israelites after long stay at Horeb..."you have stayed here long enough. Leave this place and go"……Deut 1:6-7 One of the great obstacles for the christian to advance in his faith, ministry, or church is when the time he begin to think that he had already arrived on his ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ