Sermons on Mans Reality:

Joy Robbers Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jul 22, 2008

Get the true joy!

JOY ROBBERS Philippians 4.2-7 S: Joy C: Peace Th: Toward the Goal Pr: GET THE TRUE JOY. ?: What? What keeps us from it? KW: Thieves TS: We will find in our study of Philippians what thieves use to keep us from getting the joy God has for us. CV: “We will wholeheartedly worship the everlasting ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-7

Denomination: Baptist

Hide And Seek Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Sep 26, 2007

This is the second sermon in a series of five to help my congregation become more outward focused. It is based on the church outreach program titled - "Outflow".

Hide and Seek – Overflowing Outreach God wants to give us an overflowing life – an abundant life. Last week we focused in on John ten – ten where it says: “I have come that they may have life and have it in abundance.” John 10:10 (HCSB) If you recall we spoke of how the word abundance in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"I Don't Want To Feed 'em; You Feed 'em"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 4, 2007

A sermon for World Communion Sunday.

Mark 6:30-44 “I Don’t Want to Feed ‘em; You Feed ‘em” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor, Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN According to the Chattanooga Times Free Press, “Anthony Wayne sat in front of his makeshift tent Monday, his few belongings packed in two suitcases and three or four ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: United Methodist

Getting Off The Fence

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Oct 6, 2007

Emphasizes the importance of making a decision for Christ wholeheartedly.

GETTING OFF THE FENCE A week ago yesterday, I had the opportunity to perform the wedding ceremony for an old high school friend of mine. After the wedding, I went to the reception and visited with some other old friends. Sitting around the table, telling stories from the old days, the parents ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-24

Denomination: Baptist

Protectiing Creation

Contributed by Malcolm Chester on Oct 11, 2007

A Harvest Sermon on the theme of protection our God given environment

Creation is a tremendous mystery. You can begin to understand what a wonderful mystery creation is when you get asked a question like ’Where did God come from?’ Now an obvious answer to that question is ’well, God didn’t come from anywhere, he has always been here.’ Then you read the opening words ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Lifting Up Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Oct 12, 2007

What’s involved in the purpose of fellowship within the church.

“I hear you.” -->It’s a phrase that has entered our familial language, our personal conversations. -->It’s an idiom that means more than just acknowledging that was said out loud registered on the meter reading of our auditory nerves in our ear. -->It can mean, “I agree” or “I know what you mean” ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:44-46

Denomination: Baptist

God Makes All Things Work Together For Good And Fulfills His Purpose

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Oct 21, 2007

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT HOW GOD MAKES ALL THINGS WORK TOGETHER FOR GOOD AND FULFILLS HIS PURPOSE FOR OUR LIVES AND HIGHLIGHTS THE FOLLOWING 1. PURPOSE 2. PROCESS 3. PITY 4. POWER 5. PERCEPTION 6. PARTNERSHIP 7. PROLIFERATION

GOD MAKES ALL THINGS WORK TOGETHER FOR GOOD AND FULFILLS HIS PURPOSE FOR OUR LIVES ************************************************************************************************ OUTLINE 1. PURPOSE 2. PROCESS 3. PITY 4. POWER 5. PERCEPTION 6. PARTNERSHIP 7. PROLIFERATION THE MESSAGE GOD ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who God Is Not

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 28, 2007

The Book of Hebrews gives us insight into the identity of God, but also it reveals what God is not. It’s important to know what God is not.

Sermon for CATM: “Jesus, the Answer to Who God is Not!” – October 28, 2007 Last week Maryellen talked about what the Book of Hebrews reveals about Jesus Christ. That God is trustworthy, that God is serious, and that God is faithful. Today we’re looking at the opposite in a sense: Jesus also ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:7-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Love

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Oct 28, 2007

Often we reject our role as disciples because the thought of leading others to Jesus scares us. We don’t think we know enough about the Bible, or understand enough about theology, or believe we’re good enough. And we’re right.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) As disciples we are all Christian leaders. That’s a concept we may not all be comfortable with. We ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Pass Away Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jan 14, 2008

First of four messages looking at eternity and the urgency and excitement we can have looking forward to it. Randy Alcorn’s book "Heaven" was used extensively for this series.

Driven By Eternity ----- P.A.S.S Away Sunday Sermon / September 9th 2007 Intro: Heaven! Can you even imagine how awesome Heaven is? Have you ever tried to? In so doing we will find great joy and encouragement in this temporal life. I want you to join me over the next four weeks for a very ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Miracles By Measure

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jan 14, 2008

Give and it shall be given

Miracles by Measure Would You Like to Super-Size That for Just, .49 ? Luk 6:38 Give, and it shall be given unto you, good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is With Us Even When Life Takes A Twisted Turn

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jan 17, 2008

The news of Mary’s pregnancy to Joseph as a reminder that God has a plan and is with us in troubled times.

Life seemed good for Joseph, he was betrothed to a wonderful God fearing woman, Mary, which in their culture meant they were practically married already except they would live apart while the husband would make a home for them, typically adding a room onto his father’s home. So here was Joseph ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Methodist

Fight For Truth Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 18, 2008

In the Army of the Lord, we are to defend the truth of the Gospel. Jude tells us to Stand Firm, Defend, Build Up, Pray, Seek Jesus, Stay Close, Stay Focused, Remain Strong, Help Others and Rescue them from judgment.

‘Fight for Truth’ The message from Jude is still prevalent today. We must defend the truth of the Gospel. We are to stand firm in our faith and build each other up in it. Basic Outline: In Jude, in vs 3, we must be defenders of the faith. Standing firm in what the bible says, with the ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Debt

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 6, 2011

In God's economy we let no debt remain outstanding except the continuing debt to love one another.

Title: Good Debt Text: Romans 13:8-14 Thesis: In God’s economy we let no debt remain outstanding except the continuing debt to love one another. Introduction Debt is a hot-button topic these days. The Urban Dictionary defines debt this way: “What America is in a lot of.” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Enslaved Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 6, 2011

Paul mentioned two distinct areas where we are often under a yoke of slavery. 1- Enslaved to work 2- Enslaved to false thinking

INTRO.- Enslaved. That word doesn’t sound very good. We don’t like to think we’re enslaved to anything or anyone. But all of us are under a yoke of slavery, in a sense. Do you drink coffee? Do you like it? Can you go without it? Can you start your morning without it? ILL.- Someone wrote ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ