Sermons on Man Made Rituals:

Oh My Soul

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 27, 2017

Whether you are high or low, I have some advise for you this morning (First point adapted from Mr. & Mrs. Friday Pele; second point from Rick Warren)

HoHum: Sing “Oh My Soul” by Mark Hall of Casting Crowns Oh, my soul Oh, how you worry Oh, how you're weary, from fearing you lost control This was the one thing, you didn't see coming And no one would blame you, though If you cried in private If you tried to hide it away, so no one knows No one ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:11, Psalm 42:5-6, Psalm 43:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Considering The Most Holy Trinity With Affection

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 10, 2017

Godly imagination to make God more real in your practical, daily life.

Considering the Most Holy Trinity with affection [The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, June 11, 2017] The mystics often use the affective mode of meditation to ponder the Three Persons of the Most Holy Trinity, using their imagination. It's on the level of feelings; an emotionalization ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:4, John 3:16

Denomination: Catholic

Here Is A Great Leadership Lesson From Acts One Series

Contributed by Ps Trevor Bartley on Jun 17, 2017

Let’s look at how they replace the leadership void that was vacated by one of the twelve

Let’s look at how they replace the leadership void that was vacated by one of the twelve. They do not just replace this disciple with just anybody. Peter gives the qualifications right there in verses 21-22 of Acts 1. He said the qualification for this disciple to become an Apostle, must be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:21

Denomination: *other

Leaving A Legacy Through The Church: Living Stones Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 20, 2017

This is the final lesson in our Leaving a Legacy Series. In and through the church we have an opportunity to make an eternally lasting legacy as living stones in the "temple" of God.​

1. I have a three page list of activities of our congregation – are you surprised? We can leave a legacy as a congregation! a. Legacy happens when each does his part [“Tom” Benevolent Ministry at Twickenham CoC b. Discover your purpose and live it out – for Kingdom of God (not personal ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why We Love The Lord

Contributed by Justin Guin on Aug 25, 2017

In this study, we reflect on God's goodness, and how his goodness drives me passionately towards him. *This sermon is adapted from Mark Posey, “Why I Love the Lord”, Pulpit Preview, vol. 9, March 17, 2017.

Introduction 1) When Excess is Good: On his 99th birthday, Carl J. Printz, for many years the Commissioner from Sweden to Canada, stepped quickly onto the television stage, his keen eyes expressing wisdom and understanding of his years. He was asked for rules by which such a long and useful life ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1

Ready And Watching Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Dec 20, 2016

Advent is a season of preparation. Be ready and watching for Christ’s coming.

In October 2003, a string of Southern California wildfires eventually claimed two-dozen lives. The flames moved at a speed faster than people could flee. Responding to complaints that some residents did not receive enough warning, Sgt. Conrad Grayson said, "We are begging people to leave, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Other

A New Vision Of Christ

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Feb 26, 2017

A commitment to spiritual formation leads to a new vision of Christ, that allows us to say with absolute conviction, “I have seen the face of the pilot, and he smiled at me. He is at the helm. All is well.”

Robert Louis Stevenson tells of a ship, tossed by a violent storm, which threatened to drive it and its passengers to destruction along a rocky coast. In the midst of the terror, one daring man, contrary to orders, went to the main deck, making a dangerous passage to the pilothouse. He looked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Other

God's Favor On The New Year

Contributed by Palitha Jayasooriya on Dec 28, 2015

This sermon gives us confidence to face the New Year. It directs us to God's goodness and favor that will sustain us always.

God's Favor on the New Year “You crown the year with a bountiful harvest; even the hard pathways overflow with abundance”. (Psalm 65:11 NLT) What a powerful verse!! INTRODUCTION – As the year comes to an end, you may be going through much reflection as to what happened in the past 12 months. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 65:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jude’s Warning (Part 1) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 21, 2016

Jude's first desire was to write a friendly letter to encourage the church, but instead God pressed on Him to write one of conviction and dire warning to all. As Christians, we must be willing to use this example to share God's word truthfully as well!

Jude’s Warning (Part 1) Jude 1-7 Introduction - Tonight we will begin to examine the book of Jude - Show of hands … be honest, who has ever read this book before? - It is unknown who this letter is written to --Probably written around 70 to 80 AD, to an early church for sure -- ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Contrast Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 25, 2016

There is nothing like a contrast to make the point; Jesus used the idea of contrast to highlight Who He is, and to distinguish external religion from true devotion.

The Power of Contrast (Mark 12:35-44) 1. Illustration … a few years ago,. Trying to tell someone about the Windfarm on I-65 in NW Indiana. This person had never seen the big windmills, and was thinking of a place with 3 tiny windmills on US 31.. or the types farmers use to pump water in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:35-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Walls Of Jerusalem Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 15, 2016

In the Kingdom of God, the greatest accomplishments come from unity. We are supposed to have unity in the church; a love for God and others because when we have unity of purpose it really is amazing what can be done!

The Walls of Jerusalem Nehemiah 3:1-32 Introduction - Nehemiah is a great study of leadership, but also shows obedience to God - Last week we saw Nehemiah’s assessing of the project before him -- He also revealed the mission God had given him to those around him -- And also, we ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Attitude Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 6, 2016

The seven things God hates.

Series: Seven Week: 7 Passage: Proverbs 6:16-19 Title: The Attitude (False Witness) Interesting Statement: John was driving home late one night when he picked up a hitchhiker. As they rode along, he began to be suspicious of his passenger. John checked to see if his wallet was safe in the pocket ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mouth (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 6, 2016

The seven things God hates.

Series: Seven Week: 3 Passage: Proverbs 6:16-19 Title: The Mouth (Part 2) Interesting Statement: "I have often regretted my speech, never my silence." Greek Sage Introduction: This week we again focus on that little rudder in our mouth called the tongue. James says, “We all stumble in many ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Covenant Of Longevity

Contributed by George Izunwa on Oct 1, 2016

God has a provision for us to enjoy a long life & productive life here on earth. It is in the covenant we share in Christ Jesus.

Our covenant longevity service! Question: What is covenant longevity? - longevity simply means living to your appointed full age! Job 5:26 - longevity for the believer also means, living to be above 70yrs! Ps 90:10 - but covenant longevity is more than living to an old age; it is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be Victorious In Spiritual Warfare Pt 3

Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 8, 2016

Utilizing God's Resources to be succesful

HOW TO BE VICTORIOUS IN SPIRITUAL WARFARE THREE 1PET 5:8-9, EPH 6:12 1 Peter 5:8-9 (NKJV) 8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. 9 Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced ...read more

Denomination: *other