Sermons on Mark Batterson:

The Wise And The Foolish

Contributed by John Gullick on Nov 5, 2011

A sermon that tries to connect being a disciple to the famous parable.

True and False Disciples 21 “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name and in your name ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God, Where Are You Taking Me?

Contributed by James May on Nov 6, 2011

Often following the perfect will of God means that we are out of step with the world and even with what's happening in the church. We must learn to follow the voice of the Great Shepherd.

God, Where Are You Taking Me? By Rev. James May As Jesus walked the shores of the Sea of Galilee, at the beginning of his earthly ministry, his first objective was to find men who would become his disciples. And while it is clear that Jesus already knew exactly which men he would choose; it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Possession For Victory (2 Of 9) Series

Contributed by James O. Davis on Nov 8, 2011

The Book of Joshua was written to show us victory is possible by practicing the specific principles.

Join us at the Synergize 3! Pastors Conference on January 17–19, 2012 in Orlando, Florida, to network with key Christian leaders from every world region. Learn more at www.synergize.tv. ________________ INTRODUCTION Most Christians know they are called to a life of victory; unfortunately, many ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Loving On Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 14, 2011

The old Gospel hymn says "Oh, how I love Jesus", but in John 14 Jesus implies that not everyone who says they love Him actually do. Just because I go to church regularly doesn’t mean I really love Him, so how can I know I really love Jesus like I say I do

OPEN: I love to sing, and one of my favorite Hymns is “Oh How I love Jesus”. Sing it with me now if you would: 1. There is a name I love to hear, I love to sing its worth; It sounds like music in my ear, the sweetest name on earth. CHORUS: O, how I love Jesus, O, how I love Jesus, O, how I love ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are We Going To Do For Forever? Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 16, 2011

A sermon to debunk the boring ideas people have about Heaven and to instill in them a biblically based anticipation about what Heaven is going to really be like.

I Thes 4:13-18 Intro: “Groundhog Day.” It’s the story of a weather man who goes to Punxsutawney, PA to cover the groundhog festivities on Feb. 2. But, when he wakes up on what should be Feb. 3, he finds himself starting the same day over again – Feb. 2. In fact, no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Zechariah’s Prayer – Because It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2011

True freedom to speak is the freedom to speak freely of God and His great plan Zachariah a - Christmas series message

Luke 1:67-80 Intro: Letters that children wrote to Santa Claus. "Dear Santa, you did not bring me anything good last year. You did not bring me anything good the year before that. This is your last chance. Signed, Alfred." One went like this: "Dear Santa, there are three little boys who live ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-80

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Big Strides Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 19, 2011

Progress and growth is a necessary part of a healthy life before the Lord

Nehemiah 3, 4:6, 6:15 Introduction: We lived near a small town called Webb City in MO. Until a year ago, it was under the direction of a city developer whose last name is Urban. I thought that was kind of humorous in itself, but a few years back I read that Webb City was going to take a census ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Institution Of The Lord's Supper Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 20, 2011

In our lesson today we learn that the central focus of the Lord's Supper is the remembrance and proclamation of Christ's saving work.

Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of proper Christian worship. Let’s learn about that in a message I am calling, “Institution of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Party In His Presence: Celebrate His Provision Series

Contributed by David Mcbeath on Nov 24, 2011

We should be thankful God provides everything we need to accomplish his purposes. God Provides the Panorama God Provides the Plan God Provides the Principal/Principal Players God Provides the Power God Provides the Personnel God Provides the Princip

Series: Stewardship, Message: “Party in His Presence” Topics: Thanks, Temple, Provision Text: 1 Chronicles 28-29 Date: Nov. 20, 2011 Pastor: David McBeath INTRO: The Atheist and the Bear Have you heard the story about the Bear and the Atheist? An atheist was walking through the woods, admiring ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

We Need A Joseph's Heart Series

Contributed by James May on Nov 27, 2011

A series for the Christmas Season, or anytime of the year. Why did God choose those who went to see Jesus and to know that He had come into the world? Each of the characters we will examine had a special heart after God and qualities that we all need to

What Does It Take to See Jesus? Part 1 - We Need a Joseph’s Heart By Rev. James May Thanksgiving, with its family gatherings and feasting has now passed into history and we find ourselves filled with thankfulness for all of the blessings of God that he has bestowed upon us. Even with all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's View Of World Empires Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 1, 2011

A study of the book of Daniel chapter 7 verses 1 through 7

Daniel 7: 1 – 7 God’s View Of World Empires 1 In the first year of Belshazzar king of Babylon, Daniel had a dream and visions of his head while on his bed. Then he wrote down the dream, telling the main facts. 2 Daniel spoke, saying, “I saw in my vision by night, and behold, the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:1-7

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Image Is Everything! Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 7, 2011

We cannot begin to appreciate just how precious it is to be a human being created in the image of God.

Intro: 1. Sailhamer, "The creation of humanity is set apart from the previous acts of creation...whereas throughout the previous account the making of each creature is described as "according to its own kind," the account of humankind’s creation specifies that the man and the woman were made ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Part 1 - We Need The Heart Of Joseph. Series

Contributed by James May on Dec 7, 2011

Part 1 of a 4 part series for the Christmas Season (Or anytime). We will research the heart of those surrounding the birth of Jesus to see what was in their hearts that enabled them to be in the right place, at the right time, to be among the very few wh

What Does It Take to See Jesus? Christmas Series 2011 Part 1 - We Need a Joseph’s Heart By Rev. James May Thanksgiving, with its family gatherings and feasting has now passed into history and we find ourselves filled with thankfulness for all of the blessings of God that he has bestowed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Loudmouth Lamech Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 8, 2011

Usually pride is sneaky, an unannounced motive, but in our passage we see raw blantant pride for all to see.

Intro: 1. William Ernest Henley's poem "Invictus" ("Unconquered") is drenched with the spirit of Cain: Out of the night that covers me, Black as the Pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not winced nor cried ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

One Body, Many Parts Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 9, 2011

In our lesson today we learn that there is unity and diversity in the church--the body of Christ.

Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of spiritual gifts. Let’s learn about more about that in a message I am calling, “One Body, Many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed