Sermons on Maximize Usefulness:

Fasting Plus Prayer Plus Faith Equals God Being With Us

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 28, 2015

If we are in Christ, God will speak to others through us. God will tear down our shells or walls and then we can discover what our ministry passion is-i.e. teenagers, the elderly or drug addicts. God calls on us to minister to those in need.

In the reading from Ezra 8:21-36, Ezra and the Jews are returning to Jerusalem from exile in Babylon, just like the Jews travelled to the Promised Land under the leadership of Moses and Joshua. They decided to trust in God for protection instead of relying on an armed escort provided by the king of ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 8:21-36

Denomination: Anglican

I Love Sundays - Because Of How God Surprised Me Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 23, 2015

God wants to surprise you on Sundays to show you He is who He says He is. Are you willing to let Him surprise you? If you let Him surprise you on Sunday then watch out surprises will also come Monday thru Saturday! God loves to say, “Surprise!”

Opening Video from Outreach kit Back to Church Sunday: Sundays can surprise you! Series: I love Sundays! Opening Illustration: Have you ever been surprised? Show pictures of surprises! Sermon: Because God surprised me! Thesis: God wants to surprise you on Sundays to show you He is who He says ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From A Silver Maple Tree Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 28, 2015

This is a brief outline to use in the Fall of the year that can be used as a small devotional how we can learn from a Silver Maple Tree

Lessons from a Silver Maple Tree Genesis 1:29-31New International Version (NIV) 29 Then God said, “I give you every seed-bearing plant on the face of the whole earth and every tree that has fruit with seed in it. They will be yours for food. 30 And to all the beasts of the earth and all ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:29-31

Denomination: Nazarene

Return To Sender Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 3, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Luke 13: 6 – 9

Luke 13: 6 – 9 Return To Sender 6 He also spoke this parable: “A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard, and he came seeking fruit on it and found none. 7 Then he said to the keeper of his vineyard, ‘Look, for three years I have come seeking fruit on this fig tree and ...read more

Scripture: John 13:6-9, Ecclesiastes 10:4-8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Christ In Me

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 5, 2013

To show that CHRIST is in us, this is a mystery among the Gentiles.

I. EXORDIUM: Is CHRIST in you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that CHRIST is in us, this is a mystery among the Gentiles. IV. TEXT: Colossians 1:27 (Amplified Bible) To whom God was pleased to make known how great for the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Salty. (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jun 2, 2013

Jesus paints a wonderful picture with words, (salt and light) to talk about being noticed and being useful as a Christian!!

Matthew 5:13-16-“You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Our God Given Purpose: Suffer For Jesus Series

Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Nov 24, 2009

Jesus Christ provides us with our purpose and the power to accomplish our purpose.

Colossians 1:24-2:7 Good morning and welcome to our continuing journey together through the book of Colossians. If you recall, the book of Colossians is actually a letter that Paul wrote while in prison and he wrote it to the Christian Church in Colosse. Paul had never been to Colosse but he ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Is With You - The Trade Off

Contributed by David Roch on Jan 31, 2010

god is with us - do not be afraid - And he will give you more.

DAVID My little friend Gilbert when he was two had a memory verse he liked to share with us. GoooooooooooooooooooooooDDDD IIIIIIIsssssssssssss wifyou! The God and IS was spread out very long and then wifyou was so fast we use to laugh but its true GOD is wifyou wifus!!!! PHYLLIS THE TRADE OFF ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heavenly Cpr

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 28, 2010

1986, with an Assistant reading the part of Philemon. An imaginary set of letters between Paul and Philemon, emphasizing that a new relationship with Christ changes every human relationship, and calls for forgiveness and mutual support.

Among all the weighty theological treatises the apostle Paul wrote to the churches he had established, among all the complex sentences and profound thoughts and ponderous pronouncements, there is one little gem from the hand of the great apostle that is quite different. The little letter to ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Has Need

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 1, 2012

We should be ready and prepared to be used by the Lord.

The Lord Has Need April 5, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We should be ready and prepared to be used by the Lord. Focus Passage: Matthew 21:1-9 Introduction: I. Selected a. By Pre-arrangement b. By Prophecy II. Sanctified a. By ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Eve 2014

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 1, 2015

Re-telling the story of the incarnation of the Messiah - this is more of a two-person reading with music than it is an actual sermon. The thought is that the telling of the simple story is necessary and wonderful with much embellishment.

Christmas Eve 2014 - If you would like a copy of the PPT just email ArcadeNazarene@gmail.com Guitar and Flute to open the service quitely Away in a Manger (Alternate Melody) Reader 1 Welcome and opening prayer Explanation of the evening (Journey to Jesus’ Birth) The Longing of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Immanuel (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 16, 2017

The message is a brief review of how our modern Christmas observance came to be. It is a call for Christians to remember what it must be if we will know the power and the peace of the Saviour.

“The birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child from the Holy Spirit. And her husband Joseph, being a just man and unwilling to put her to shame, resolved to divorce her quietly. But as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time For Tinsel! Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 29, 2016

The Sovereign God that we serve has an eternal will that is done perfectly and nothing gets in the way of that. God always moves pieces into place in His timing. God’s will is perfect. Here is the truth for us: Trust in God’s Plan.

2nd SUNDAY OF ADVENT “IT’S TIME FOR TINSEL!” MATTHEW 1:1-16 #NBCCAdvent2016 CHRISTMAS TREE TINSEL STORY (P) Once upon a time there was a family that decided to decorate for Christmas. The centerpiece of the decorations for their home was the Christmas Tree. The father went out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discipleship Lifestyle - Sacrificial Love Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 20, 2016

As dynamic disciples of Jesus, we have to do what God expects us to do. Even if it’s difficult, even if it goes against what the world says is acceptable, even if it means we have to be different, we need to choose to do what He has commanded us to do.

We are continuing our series on Dynamic Disciples or Dynamic Discipleship and this month our focus has been on The Lifestyle of a Disciple. This morning I want us to consider together what it means for us, as disciples of Jesus, to have a Lifestyle of Love, and specifically I want us to think ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stormy Weather Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 17, 2015

The Storms that hit us in life don't have to destroy us.

Stormy Weather November 15, 2015 Mark 4:35-41 It never fails, does it? Just when you think you’ll have some peace and quiet, someone comes to the door, or the telephone rings, you get a text message, the baby cries, a water pipe breaks, the boss calls for you! Peace is so precious, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist