Sermons on Making Deals:

Deliver Us From Evil: The Hope Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Ken Pell on May 2, 2011

The resurrection makes life worth living -- and leaving!

DELIVER US FROM EVIL: THE HOPE OF THE RESURRECTION Revelation 14:13 Sermon Objective: The Resurrection makes life worth living … and leaving. INTRO Easter Sunday, as exhilarating as it is, has, shall I say a “negative side-effect” that we must address. If we are not careful we begin to live and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:13

Denomination: Nazarene

The Reward Of Faithfulness

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 15, 2001

Deal with common myths for not serving God and the benefits we do get for faithful service.

The reward of faithfulness Matt.25:31-46 Sir Isaac Newton, the English physicist and mathematician who discovered law of gravity and went on to formulate the laws of motion, discovered the calculus, the scourge of teen years was believed to have uttered these words at the time of his death I do ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Is Christian Joy All About? Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jun 18, 2004

This second of a sermon series on the Fruits of the Spirit covers what makes God happy and what makes Christians happy.

June 20, 2004 What is Christian Joy All About? There are two kinds of people that want to be happy in this world. Christians and unbelievers. There are two forces that want happiness. God and Satan. Within these two realms of good and evil, both experience joy and both experience sorrow. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is The Goal Of A Disciple? Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 24, 2005

The GOAL: make disciples who will make disciples What it will take: The Dedication of a Soldier; the Discipline of an Athlete; the Diligence of a Farmer

Discipleship Series # 6 (#5 unavailable) What is the Goal of a Disciple? II Timothy 2:1-6 SCRIPTURE READING: II Timothy 2:1-6 INTRODUCTION: David Glass was the CEO of the Wal-Mart from 1988 – 2000. Back in 1962, he heard that a guy named Sam Walton was about to hold the grand opening for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shsa Commencement Speech 2008

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 29, 2008

A challenge to live this life we’ve been given making the difference God put us here to make.

I want to talk today about the reality of the world you are entering and your place in it. In perilous times, God always raises up men and women who will fight for what is right. During the infancy of our nation God established our Founding Fathers who crafted the most successful democracy in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is It Ok To Ask God For A Sign? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 27, 2010

This message looks at the unusual "fleece" request that Gideon makes and then considers whether we are allowed to make similar requests.

Is It Ok To Ask God For A Sign?: 1. This passage about Gideon’s fleece is a true story, but not an ironclad promise. - Judges 6:36-40. - God is under no obligation to answer “fleece” questions. - Not all Bible stories are directly applicable in the sense of being able to expect God to do the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:33-40

Denomination: Baptist

Living Gratefully Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on May 9, 2006

Part one of a two part series on Godly X-Factors that make the equations of our life make sense.

“LIVING GRATEFULLY” The X-Factor - Week 1 1 TIMOTHY 6:6-10 & 17-21 INTRODUCTION OF SERIES: (Sermon video intro :32) You know, the letter “X” can have a number of connotations. For example “X” can stand for mystery like in the X-Files or the X-Men. “X” can be used to shorten something like in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Giving Generously Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on May 9, 2006

Part two of a two part series on Godly X-Factors that make the equations of our life make sense.

“GIVING GENEROUSLY” The X-Factor - Week 2 2 CORINTHIANS 9:6-15 INTRODUCTION: A little girl became restless in church as the preacher’s sermon past the 15 minute mark. Finally, she leaned over to her mother and whispered, "Mommy, if we give him the money now, will he let us go?" Someone once ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15, Exodus 25:2

Denomination: Christian Church

Staying On Course Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 2, 2011

Make the effort to stay faithful (winning over complacency) and make the choice to obey God (winning over compromise).

It easy to make promises, but to keep them is another matter altogether. • You may be passionate and sincere when you make a stand, but to stay on course requires much, much more. William Booth, founder of the Salvation Army, say this: “It is in the nature of a fire to go out, you must keep it ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 13:1-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Are The Benefits Of Hooking Up With Jesus?

Contributed by Sedaric Dinkens on Feb 21, 2014

In life, we all make good decisions, but falling in love with Jesus is the best decision anyone will ever make.

I’ve made some good decisions in my life. I’ve made some wise choices in my life. I’ve made some decisions that made a lot of money. I’ve made some decisions that have created relationships that have lasted a lifetime. I’ve made some decisions that have brought me ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: *other

4 Disciples

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 29, 2014

The Rabbis observed that there are four kinds of disciples. As we make disciples, it is imperative to make the right kind and to BE the right kind.

We know the importance of Disciples: * Great Commission -- Matthew 28.18-20 * Discipleship in action -- You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus, 2 and what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Told Me

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jan 1, 2023

God always makes good on His promises; just make sure it’s Him Who promised!

God Told Me January 1, 2023 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God always makes good on His promises; just make sure it’s Him Who promised! Focus Passage: Luke 2:21-38 Supplemental Passage: "My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-38, 1 Samuel 3:1-10, Exodus 3:1-6, John 10:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

Why God Is So Great

Contributed by Todd Riley on Sep 26, 2002

5 Things that make God a great and amazing God

Islington Baptist Church September 22, 2002 Psalm 8 Scriptures: Hebrews 2, Matt. 21, Gen 1-2 Why God is so great Last week we finished our series in the book of I Thessalonians—which has as its big theme: the return of Jesus Christ. Today we are going back to the O.T to begin a brand new ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The 7 Laws Of Giving

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 10, 2015

Seven laws that make clear the duty and joy of giving.

THE 7 LAWS OF GIVING INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: LAS VEGAS CHURCHES 1. It may come as a surprise to you not living in Las Vegas, that I read that there are more churches there than casinos. 2. Also not surprisingly, some worshippers at Sunday services will give casino chips rather than cash when the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is Suicide Unforgivable Series

Contributed by Aaron Jones on Mar 5, 2001

This sermon deals with the pain and tragedy of suicide, and how Christians can respond with meaningful ministry.

We approach a topic this morning that weighs on the hearts and minds of many people. In fact, of all the topics selected for this sermon series, this particular message is the one people have approached me about the most. The Huron area in recent years has known more than its share of suicide ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:37-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ