Sermons on Man Of Valor:

Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 8, 2010

What does it mean that Jesus is the "light of the world"?

Intro – (List of ‘Children’s questions to God’ that ends with the following one…) Dear GOD, We read Thomas Edison made light. But the Bible says You did. So I bet he stole your idea. -Sincerely, Donna This morning Jesus declares the obvious truth that a little girl ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When We Give What We Have Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 8, 2010

In light of Mother's Day, we must depend on God to do what only God can do, but we also must give what we have if we are to truly join in the process.

Intro On this Mother‟s Day we are reminded of the profound role of a parent. I believe that a mother is nothing less than a mediator of God‟s love. A mother is role that is by nature giving… sacrificially giving of life. They give nourishment from their own resources… and ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All For One

Contributed by Norbert Garcia on Oct 8, 2010

Jesus on the way to His ultimate sacrifice prayed for unity among His followers

The meal is finished, the lesson has been taught and the example set. Jesus now sets his eyes upon his final task. He slowly stands up from the table and moves towards the door. His remaining disciples look at his countenance and see sadness washed across his face instead of love and compassion. ...read more

Denomination: Adventist

How Many Did You Say, Was Coming To Dinner?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 20, 2011

If we are Christians and were not thankful, what kind of a message does that send to all those who don’t know the Lord? We should be the happiest people on earth, we have been given so much and been asked to give so little in return.

How Many Did You Say,  Was Coming For Dinner? This coming Thursday, since 1621, will mark the 390th time, Thanksgiving has been celebrated in this great country. Tables will be spread with all the favorite recipes of families handed down, for generations all over the land, Even though were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary’s Song - The Magnificat

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 4, 2011

Mary’s song of praise. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). Salvation (vs 46): • (2). Victory (vs 49-53) • (3). Covenant (vs 54-55): SERMON BODY: ill: • In the secular world; • Happy Birthday is the best known song in the English speaking world, • The song’s base lyrics have been translated into at least 18 languages. • It was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-53

Denomination: Brethren

Immanuel - God Is With Us Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Dec 24, 2011

The name Immanuel means “God is with us.” It is one of the most precious and familiar names of the Savior. It brings comfort and hope and reminds us that God has not forsaken you. This sermon examines the historical setting behind this name.

The name Immanuel means “God is with us.” It is one of the most precious and familiar names of the Savior. It is a name that brings comfort and hope. It reminds us that God has not forsaken you. We might be surprised that this name for the Savior was an obscure reminder from ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Clearing The Heir

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 25, 2011

Many people live every moment completely oblivious to their rightful divine inheritance.

“Clearing the Heir” Gal. 4:1-7 You might just be the long-lost heir to someone’s fortune. Because unclaimed money from estates reverts to the state after a period of time the government is not really eager to spend a lot of time or money looking for deserving heirs. But the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Keeping Up Appearances Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Mar 9, 2010

Do we equate the things we love about our Churches with the authority of Scripture? You bet we do.

What is the most authoritative part of the Bible? Is the New Testament the most authoritative part of the Bible? The New Testament is the New Covenant that Jesus Christ gave to us, that sure is a powerful thing. Could the Gospels be the most authoritative part of the Bible, because they are about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:17-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rebuilding Our Broken Lives.

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 25, 2010

There is a spiritual AIDS that causes our spiritual immune system to be broken down.

Admin OptionsFeature Edit Discussion Close Discussion Add Tags Cancel Delete Discussion Intro: 1. Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome – better known as AIDS. It is a disease that causes “an inability in the body’s immune system to ward off infections.” It was first ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

What's Going On When God's People Suffer?

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Mar 28, 2010

There are multiple spiritual dynamics to suffering that goes beneath the surface.

What's going on when God's people suffer? Holy Week is about suffering. It is specifically about the suffering of Jesus, but I believe it like the season of Lent is also about our own mortality. It is a time to reflect on our moral place in life and on the humanity of what we endure, waiting for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Mennonite

We The People: Rediscovering Sabbath

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 3, 2010

Fall 1987: Sabbath is about far more than doing whatever you feel like doing. It is a chance to be authentic, in relationship with God, and it is meant to be a delight and not a burden.

Be honest now. This morning when the alarm rang or when your wife nudged you in the ribs; when your mom screamed something about being late -- what was your reaction? What did you feel about getting up and going to church? I asked you to be honest – but not necessarily out loud! Now thus ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit, Victory's Vision

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 12, 2010

Memorial Day 1986: God is at work in history. He restrains evil and, in Christ, He absorbs evil into Himself and provides complete redemption.

All during this month, as we have thought together about the work of the Holy Spirit, we have been in familiar territory. It wasn't hard to think about the Holy Spirit in the heart, speaking to me, leading you, dealing with each one of us as individuals. That we know about, that's familiar ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Love And Law Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 15, 2010

If we want to make a real difference in people’s lives, then we must emphasize love, not law.

This last week, I came across a website that cataloged what they called “The Best Church Bulletin Bloopers.” They are sentences that actually appeared in church bulletins or were announced in church services. Here are just a few of them: Bertha Belch, a missionary from Africa, will be speaking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Becoming Fruitful

Contributed by Andy Grossman on May 20, 2010

Producing Fruit of the Spirit

“Becoming Fruitful” May 9th, 2010 John 15:1-8 1"I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. 3You are already clean because of the word I ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Filled With The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Bill Butsko on May 22, 2010

The power of the Holy Spirit enables us to carry on the mission Jesus started when He walked the earth.

Text: Jesus said, “But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth” (Acts 1:8). Story: “Our Best – Nothing, Without Him” Mr. Spurgeon once ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Christian Church