Sermons on Maturing:

Count My Trials And Struggles All Joy?

Contributed by Robert Coats on May 29, 2006

The Apostle James dropped a bombshell in his letter to Christians

Count my trials and struggles all joy? James 1:2-4 Are you going through any trials, temptations, tribulations, testings, or struggles? Then my brothers and sisters…count it all joy. Pastor what are you saying? How can I find joy in my struggles? You do not know what I am going through? Well ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Church Of God

The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Graeme Lamb on Jun 14, 2006

The parable of the sower and the mustard seed from Mark’s gospel, and what they reveal to us about God’s kingdom and God’s world

Becoming a father for the third time over the last couple of months has reminded me again of the wonder of creation. Throughout the natural world, in humanity and in animals and plant life, the same story can be seen – of amazing growth and beauty coming out of something that begins so small. This ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-34

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

United In Faith And Mission Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 17, 2006

Once we are firmly established in God’s powerful, life giving grace, we are then able to walk before others--as brothers and sisters in Christ united in our faith and in our mission.

Ephesians 4:1-16 “United in Faith and Mission” INTRODUCTION Some people have described the Christian life as not difficult, but impossible. I think we can agree that without the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives, we would not be able to live in faithful obedience to God and experience ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

What We Can Learn From Children

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 8, 2003

But Jesus called the children to him and said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will neve

What We Can Learn From Children - (Luke 18:16,17) "But Jesus called the children to him and said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Three Cs In Marrage,part One Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Dec 13, 2003

Part one of three part series in the relationship of man and wife. Dealing with the way to have a succesful marrage according to scripture.1st, Committment in Marrage.

The Three Cs of Marrage The three Cs that aid in a sucessful Marrage. Ephesians 5:20-33 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do-Overs Are Not Just For The Playground

Contributed by John Pierce on Jan 7, 2006

We must come to a place that we realize that God has extended grace and forgivness to us and we are to extend that to those around us as well.

Do-Overs are Not Just for the Playground Big Idea: Our relationship with God: He allows us do-overs when we commit to doing the right things. Our relationship with each other: We must allow be willing to give and receive do-overs. Open: Talk about being a kid on the playground and getting ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is It A Wonderful Life? Series

Contributed by Mike Quinn on Jan 19, 2006

We start life with hopes and dreams, but then life gets in the way. What is God doing? It is really a wonderful life?

Is it a Wonderful Life? “A Reel Look At Christmas” Jeremiah 29:4-14 What do I do when life isn’t so wonderful? Jer 29:4-14 This is what the LORD Almighty, the God of Israel, says to all those I carried into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon: 5 "Build houses and settle down; plant gardens and eat ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:4-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dangers And Deliverance Of The Godly

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

How God allows the Godly to go through dangers but also delivers them through His mighty power

The Dangers and Deliverance of the Godly (Acts 21:27-40) Illustration:Adrian Rogers tells about the man who bragged that he had cut off the tail of a man-eating lion with his pocket knife. Asked why he hadn’t cut off the lion’s head, the man replied: "Someone had already done that." Be courageous ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:27-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be An Encourager In A Discouraging Situation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001

Finding encouragement from God and godly friends despite all the discouragement you may be facing

How To Be An Encourager in Discouraging Situations (Acts 11:22-26) Illustration: Thomas Edison said, "If I had not had 230 failures I would never have discovered the right filmanet to invent the electric light bulb. Failure often proceeds success." 1. Have you ever wondered how to encourage ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:22-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In Remembrance Of Him: The Chief Cornerstone

Contributed by Pat Herlitz on Jul 24, 2001

The phrase, "Chief Cornerstone," illustrates for us Jesus position as Head of the church.

Title: IN REMEMBERANCE OF HIM: THE CHIEF CORNERSTONE INTRODUCTION. 1.) Matt. 16:18 I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. 2.) God has a plan of ultimate completion for his universe; and Jesus is the focal point of that plan. SUPPLIMENTAL BIBLICAL TEXT: Ps. 118:22 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:22, Isaiah 28:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Jesus Can Help You Overcome Loneliness

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

It is a terrible to feel isolated, estranged and despondent because you lack close companionship. When wardens want to administer their most severe punishment they put prisoners in solitary confinement." Even Peter denied the Lord and left him feeling iso

It is a terrible to feel isolated, estranged and despondent because you lack close companionship. When wardens want to administer their most severe punishment they put prisoners in solitary confinement." Even Peter denied the Lord and left him feeling isolated. Peter denied it again with an oath: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:71-72

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Status Quo Oriented Or Harvest Oriented?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Are You Status Quo Oriented or Harvest Oriented? Criteria for being more harvest oriented in all aspects of your ministry outlook

Characteristics of Maintenance Minded People Characteristics of Harvest Oriented People (Matt 9:36-38) Pray to the Lord of the harvest to send forth workers into His harvest fields. Illustration:How Do You Look at It? A shoe manufacturer who decided to open the Congo market sent two salesmen to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:36-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith And Works – Two Sides Of The Same Truth

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Faith and Works – Two Sides of the Same Truth (Rom. 3:27-31)

Faith and Works – Two Sides of the Same Truth (Rom. 3:27-31) Illustration:A young boy, on an errand for his mother, had just bought a dozen eggs. Walking out of the store, he tripped and dropped the sack. All the eggs broke, and the sidewalk was a mess. The boy tried not to cry. A few people ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:27-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Time For A Change

Contributed by Michael Allen on Oct 18, 2000

My brothers and sisters in a world where men and women have left their love for God,the things of God, and the people of God.

My brothers and sisters in a world where men and women have left their love for God,the things of God, and the people of God. In a world where the love of many have waxed cold. In a world where men haave become egotistic, self centered and selfish. In a world grown socold until even our prayers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:18, John 3:1

It Ain't Over 'til It's Over

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Nov 16, 2000

Learn how to triumph over life's difficulties instead of just 'coping' with them!

I. Problems Plague Us All! A. Bad Things Happen to Good People! B. Have you ever wanted a lot out of life, only to find out that life has a lot to take out of you!? (I used to want to be Filthy, Stinking, Rich – Well, 2 out of 3 ain’t bad) C. Would You Agree With Matthew 5:45? “…He makes His sun ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21