Sermons on Making Deals:

God Makes A Statement

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 29, 2006

2005 Christmas Day Sermon

As I reflected on the theme on this morning’s bulletin cover, I decided to re-listen to the audiotapes of both Jonathon and Daniel’s births. As I did so, I heard voices of joy, of business, of pain, and of life. Both boys happened to be born in the same birth room, a little more than two years ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Church Of God

Making God Known Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Feb 8, 2006

Jesus, as the Word made flesh, is the one who makes God known to us. Only through him can we know God as He really is.

“Making God Known” John 1:1 – 18 Introduction: John’s Christmas Story And so it all comes down to this one day. All the preparation the last several weeks have been about this one day: Christmas Day. And by the end of the day today, we will have unwrapped most of our presents, spent time with ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Clothes That Make The Man

Contributed by Brad Lewis on Feb 13, 2006

Considers why God wanted Aaron and his sons to wear the priestly garments.

Exodus 28:1-6 1“Have Aaron your brother brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar, so they may serve me as priests. 2Make sacred garments for your brother Aaron, to give him dignity and honor. 3Tell all the skilled men to whom I have given ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 28:1-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

Make Mine A Double

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 24, 2006

Like Elisha, we must seek a double portion of our Master’s spirit to passionately carry on the ministry of Christ Jesus.

II Kings 2: 1 – 22 – Make Mine A Double Intro: What would you do if you wanted double the inheritance everyone else would get from a wealthy relative or friend? My guess would be, it depends on the amount. Would you? -- Suck up, scheme / plot, plan? -- Some have been willing to murder. OR ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Make Me A Servant

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 13, 2006

Paul refers to himslf as a servant or slave to the Gospel. This is an analysis of that comparison.

Make Me A Servant John 13:12-16 12 When he had finished washing their feet, he put on his clothes and returned to his place. "Do you understand what I have done for you?" he asked them. 13 "You call me ’Teacher’ and ’Lord,’ and rightly so, for that is what I am. 14 Now that I, your Lord and ...read more

Scripture: John 13:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Make Wise Decisions Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on May 22, 2005

Jesus’ conclusion to the Sermon on the Mount is a call to obedience.

(adapted from Southeast Christian Church’s series Living a Life of Integrity) SERIES: “WORDS OF WISDOM FOR KINGDOM LIVING” TEXT: MATTHEW 7:13-27 TITLE: “MAKE WISE DECISIONS” INTRODUCTION: A. Several years ago, there was a news story about a man named Don Wyman. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mother's, Make A Difference

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 25, 2005

As a Christian mother, you are called to make a difference, just as Christian and faithful mothers have done throughout history. I thank each of our mothers here today and wish you a very blessed Mothers Day.

Mother’s Who Make a Difference Mother’s called to bring to remembrance our faith… How are children a blessing to mothers… Things My Mother Taught Me My Mother taught me LOGIC..."If you fall off that swing and break your neck, you can’t go to the store with me. "My Mother taught me ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Make Room For The Camels

Contributed by David Smith on May 28, 2005

A message from Genesis Chapters 22,23,24 that shows the parrallel of Abraham, Isaac, & Jacob to God the Father, Son & Holy Spirit. It is also a message to validate the need for the Gifts of the Spirit.

Title: “Make Room For The Camels” Text: Genesis 24:10 “The history of what will happen in the future, is hidden in the book of Genesis” Ecclesiastes 1:9-10 – “The thing that has been, is that which shall be. There is nothing new under the son.” Ecclesiastes 3:15 – “If you want to know what will ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Practice Makes Perfect Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Jun 7, 2005

This message identifies three things we need to practice as believers in our walk of faith.

You have all heard the expression “practice makes perfect”. Do you believe it to be true? One of the greatest golfers of all time is Tiger Woods and when asked what he feels the greatest factor in his success is he attributes it to intense practice. He continually repeats the same routine, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Making A Fresh Start

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Jun 9, 2005

Uncovering the obtacles that lead to failures, and the weapons to prevent them in the future.

Making a fresh start Rebounding from a failure Job said, "My days have passed, my plans are shattered, so are the desires of my heart" Ever had a day like that- We all fail--- You’e not a failure till you give up Never give up- We keep going Causes of Failure 1. We don’t plan ahead- if your ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Make Room For Him Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004

This is a Christmas sermon.

Thousands of sermons on this most familiar passage have been preached. We know it well. Linus quotes it in Charlie Brown’s Christmas special. Read Luke 2:1-20. Jesus entered life in the shadow of a “No Vacancy” sign and not much has changed in our world. We often deride the unnamed innkeeper. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Making Marriage Work

Contributed by Chris Talton on Mar 19, 2004

This sermon draws four principles for successful marriage from the book of Ruth. 1st of 2 parts.

February 22, 2004 Ruth 1:1- 2:23 “Making marriage work” INTRODUCTION A boy came home from Sunday school and his mother said, "What did you talk about at church?" The boy said, "Marriage!" "What did you learn about marriage?" his mother asked. The little boy thought for a moment and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing To Make A Difference

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 27, 2005

Our lives have purpose and we’re called on to choose that purpose.

Choosing to Make a Difference with your Life Cornwall November 13, 2004 Franklin Graham grew up as the oldest son of the famous American evangelist Billy Graham. From the time he was little, Franklin was seen to be his father’s obvious heir. He was told over and over again by family, friends, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:21-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making Sense Of It All

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 7, 2005

Why do major disasters happen in God’s world? How can we make sense of it as Christians

By Michael Prabaharan This sermon is rated R18. It contains strong violence, adult themes and disturbing content. Making sense of the week that was Our reading from Matthew reminds us of one aspect of the Christmas story that doesn’t get much airplay. The visit of the Magi in search of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Anglican

Making Life Count

Contributed by Richard White on Feb 24, 2005

What will we leave behind, what will be our legacy. Even in the face of death, Paul’s concern was for his young protoge Timothy.

Making LIFE COUNT 2 Timothy 2:1-2:13 I still remember the exact moment when I realized that I was truly an adult. It wasn’t my 18th birthday, or when I enlisted in the Navy a few years later. It wasn’t even when I got married a year after that I first realized I was an adult when I was 22 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ