Sermons on Man Up:

Cleaning House

Contributed by Jason Winters on Oct 12, 2007

Getting things in order

CLEANING HOUSE After this he went down to Capernaum with his mother and brothers and his disciples. There they stayed for a few days. When it was almost time for the Jewish Passover, Jesus went up to Jerusalem. In the temple courts he found men selling cattle, sheep and doves, and others sitting ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get To Know Yourselves

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Oct 22, 2007

LEARNING OUR PLACE AND PURPOSE FOR GOD IN THIS LIFE.

GET TO KNOW YOURSELVES. INTRO: WHAT DOES GOD WANT OUT OF YOU? 1: WHAT ARE YOU GOOD AT? A) WHAT IS YOUR TALENT? B) YOUR GIFT C) THE THING GOD GAVE YOU SPECIAL ABILITY TO DO BETTER THAN ANYONE ELSE YOU KNOW POINT: WE’RE ALL GOOD AT SOMETHING, SPORTS, BOOKS, COOKING, TEACHING, LEADING, ENCOURAGING, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Other

All About Praise

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009

Psalm 150 calls us to praise in all ways and at all times.

Praise the Lord. Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens. Praise him for his acts of power, praise him for his surpassing greatness. Praise him with the sounding of the trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre, praise him with tambourine and dancing, praise him with the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Beauty Remains. The Pain Passes

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 20, 2009

We can be changed into the people God wants us to be through the mountaintop and valley experiences of life.

Mark 9: 2 – 9 / The Beauty Remains. The Pain Passes. Intro: The process of metamorphosis has always fascinated me. It is best seen in the life cycle of the butterfly which lays eggs on a leaf. A small larva emerges, molts a few times each time getting bigger. Finally, it becomes a pupa hanging ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Dedicated Are You To Christ?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 2, 2009

The Church needs some fresh blood. Are you willing to give it?

2 Tim 3:12-13 12 Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. 13 But evil men and seducers shall wax worse and worse, deceiving, and being deceived. KJV "It must be understod that there are no nominal, halfhearted, lukewarm Christians in Russia or China. The price ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Patterns, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Dillon Burroughs on Mar 10, 2009

An investigation into the human patterns that keep us from passionately following Christ along with Paul’s biblical instruction for pursuing the proper perspective.

Dillon Burroughs 9.14.08 “…take note of those who live according to the pattern we gave you.” –Philippians 3:17 Last week we discussed Philippians 3:4-14, noting the human patterns we follow versus the Christ-like pattern we are called to follow. This week, we continue to discover what it ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Philippian Jailer Converted

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 4, 2008

A message about Paul and Silas’ prison experience, and how we should always be faithful to God no matter what the circumstance.

THE PHILIPPIAN JAILER CONVERTED Acts 16:25-34 INTRO: During one of Paul’s many missionary journeys he and Silas were at the city of Philippi, and while there, they were beaten and cast into prison. Today, we want to talk about their short time in this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Those Stinkin' Shepherds

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 9, 2008

Have you ever thought that the Wise Men got the short end of the stick? The shepherds were given specific instructions. Wise Men on their own!

Those Stinkin’ Shepherds They got the short end of the stick. It just wasn’t fair. They were supposed to be wise and would probably come a lot closer to figuring out the riddle than the shepherds could, but it still wasn’t fair. Why should they have to do all the research? Why did it it fall their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Greatest Story Ever Written

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Oct 14, 2008

Charles Dickens described the parable of the prodigal son as "the greatest story ever written". This sermon takes a fresh look at this familiar story.

1. THE SON’S REQUEST "Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth to me" (v.11) This was a shameful request. He was asking for his inheritance. Only the oldest son had the right to make this request. In effect, he was saying “I wish you were dead”. In Middle Eastern culture, such a son would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

God Can Make You Secure Series

Contributed by Glenn Arellano on Jul 17, 2008

In facing challenges of life, we become secure and strong once we know there will be people who will support us to go though with us in tough times. God wants to be with us and more than that He wants to lead us into victory with every tough situation tha

We all need someone to stand with us especially in situations that are challenging and difficult to handle. We need assurance that in everything we do there will be people who will support us and motivate us no matter what happens. The need for a companion makes us confident because it gives us ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 48:35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Secret Of My Success!

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jul 18, 2008

The failure to keep God’s rules results in an erosion of the power to perform effective as a Christian

Scripture: Judges 16:1 – Title: “The Secret of My Success!” Introduction: The story of Samson has caused more stories, books, and movies to be produced than a person would want to count! · Most every one have emphasized three main points: Samson’s great strength – His love affairs, and his ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Are Loved With An Everlasting Love, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 9, 2008

God;s love for us is so endless, unrelenting, so refreshing, how long has it been since you have seen him?

You are loved with an everlasting love… Part 2 Text: Jer. 31:1-3 Introduction: 1. Most of us have our love tanks running on empty. I do not mean the sensuous, giddy, boyfriend, girlfriend love stuff. 2. Too many Christians are dealing with fears. Why? Because our love for our ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:1-3

Denomination: Mennonite

E Pluribus Unum, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 16, 2008

E Pluribus Unum- out of many, one. This was the heart of Jesus that his church might come together as one

E Pluribus Unum Part 2 Opening 1. We learned last week that… a. E Pluribus Unum- (EE PLOOR-uh-buhs YOOU-nuhm)- b. Jesus talked us becoming Heis in John 17:20-23 Gr. #1520- Heis- (Hice) that they may be ONE c. Incredible success & strength comes from working and contributing ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Mennonite

Calming The Perfect Storm, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 16, 2008

We must take authority ocer the things in life we have been given the authority to take. To do less is to invite disaster and defeat

Calming the perfect storm Part 2 Opening: 1. Last week we learned there can be several responses to the reversal that come in our life. a. We can take what life hands us and try and make the best of it b. Get mad, depressed, throw up our hands c. Or we can try and discern what is going on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-40

Denomination: Mennonite

Our Father In Heaven Series

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Aug 23, 2008

Part I of a Sermon Series on the Lord’s Prayer.

Matthew 6:9 Our father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. PRAYER: - Start of a Sermon Series - Lord’s Prayer, Our Father, Jesus - Good to know, tradition, every word is so damn meaningful - gives us words, when we don’t have any - A spiritual Swiss Army Knife OUR: - Plural, not a personal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Congregational