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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
Two great miracles and two great results from resurrection weekend.
OUTLINE WHAT THAT RESURRECTION MEANS Dr. Tom Bartlett, Steele Creek Church Eastfield Campus Resurrection Sunday - April 12, 2020 And if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is in vain and your faith is in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:14 (ESV) TWO RESURRECTION MIRACLES • EMPTY TOMB ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8, Titus 2:11-13
Denomination: Other
The Book of Ecclesiastes
Why Am I Here? What is my purpose? This is the question we ALL ask… The writer sees futility Nothing seems to change (1:4-7) Nothing seems to satisfy (1:8) Nothing seems new (1:9-11) The writer searches for wisdom… Man’s wisdom is trying to catch the wind. God’s wisdom is great! But of ...read more
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
This sermon is all about the sharing process of Christmas.
THEME: MEANING OF CHRISTMAS INTRODUCTION Today I have an inspiration to preach about the meaning of Christmas. The word ‘Christmas’ represents the combination of two words, "Christ" and "mass." The word means "the mass of Christ." But what does "mass" really mean in the compound word Christmas? ...read more
Denomination: Pentecostal
Today many are re-evaluating the lifestyle of seeking pleasure. The rich and famous are coming to the same conclusion of another rich and famous person Solomon, “meaningless”.
People try all avenues to bring meaning and purpose to their life. I said to myself, “Come now, I will test you with pleasure to find out what is good.” But that also proved to be meaningless. (Ecclesiastes 2:1) You name any field, professional sports, business, politics and if you do just a ...read more
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11
Denomination: Baptist
In your pursuit of meaning in life, look beyond your own hands; look beyond your own head; and look beyond your own heart. Look beyond the sun to the Lord, who died for you and rose again.
Since its founding in 1995, people have used eBay to sell billions of items. They include some odd products and occasionally something priceless. For example… In 1954, the great physicist Albert Einstein penned a personal letter to philosopher Erik Gutkind in which he defended his views on ...read more
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:12-18, Ecclesiastes 2:1-17, John 10:10
Denomination: Evangelical Free
Pentecost was a divinely planned event; it was no mere afterthought with God. The coming of the Holy Spirit was as much a part of the redemptive plan as was the incarnation, death, resurrection and ascension of the Lord Jesus Christ.
The meaning of Pentecost Acts 2:1-13 Pentecost was a divinely planned event; it was no mere afterthought with God. The coming of the Holy Spirit was as much a part of the redemptive plan as was the incarnation, death, resurrection and ascension of the Lord Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit did not ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:1-13
Denomination: Assembly Of God
This is a message for Pentecost Sunday that teaches about the person of the Holy Spirit, the liturgical calendar and year, the fruit and gifts of the third Person of the Trinity.
Sermon for Pentecost Sunday - May 19, 2024 Today is Pentecost Sunday. That might mean a lot to you, or not much at all. If you come from a mainline church background, Anglican or Catholic for example, there was more than likely some celebration of Pentecost Sunday as an important part of the ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:1-21, Colossians 1:19-20
God’s power does not depend on tangible things or reside in visible things. It is God in Christ who calls, and when we come to him, it is God in Christ who heals.
Can you imagine how desperate General Naaman must have been? Aram and Israel were enemies, for goodness’ sake. They were raiding across each other's borders, looting and taking slaves and generally making nuisances of themselves, keeping in practice for the next full-scale hostilities to break ...read more
Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-19
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
A message on the biblical truth, qualifications, and importance of baptism (given during a baptismal service)
The Meaning of Baptism CCCAG, July 9th, 2023 Scripture: Matthew 3:11-17 1993 was a big year for Tammie and me. It started with the birth of our oldest daughter in May. In July I decided to follow Jesus Christ as my Lord and savior. In September, Tammy followed me in that decision. Then it was ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 3:11-17
The main idea is to understand two theories of atonement - Penal Substitution and Christus Victor - and to explore the significance of Jesus' death on the cross in defeating the powers of evil.
You know that cross necklace you wear, or the one you see people wearing? It's more than just a cool piece of jewelry. It's a symbol of something huge that happened a long time ago. Jesus died on a cross, and that changed everything. But why did He have to die, and why does it matter so much? Let's ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, Hebrews 2:14-15, Colossians 2:13-15
Topics: Salvation, Resurrection, Crucifixion, Redemption
A sermon for Baptism and Communion in the same service
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN? Today we are blessed because we are observing baptism and communion. Both of these are very meaningful and symbolic. Today I want to explain what both of these mean. BAPTISM We began the service with baptism of 6 people. Why do we baptize? What does the scripture say? What ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:26
This sermon explores the question, What is the meaning of life? With the answer being found in God and his purpose for our lives.
“An Awesome Purpose” Jeremiah 1: 1-10 A little boy came home from church looking visibly upset. His mother asked what was wrong. "We learned a stupid song in Sunday School today." "What was the song?" the mother asked. "It says Jesus wants us to be his sunbeam." ...read more
Scripture: Jeremiah 1:1-10
The believer must come to church with a sense of awe for God and listen to what the Spirit is saying. If we fail to invite God into our lives then we will live a meaningless life and that life will be a life of misery and be like chasing the wind.
Opening Video Illustration: It’s Only Cookie Dough (trailer) Why show this story? I showed you this story to inspire awe in you for God! This table has many resources which I have watched and read that inspire in me a holy awe and respect for God. Just yesterday as I was driving I saw a license ...read more
There are many people today who feel that life doesn’t have meaning and purpose. They feel empty. Nothing interests them. They have no drive, no determination, and no desires. They’re depressed, discouraged, disillusioned, and dissatisfied. They feel they have no hope.
I want to start off by asking 2 questions: 1/ Does this life have meaning and purpose, and if so, 2/ Where can we find the meaning and purpose of life? There are many people today who feel that life doesn’t have meaning and purpose. They feel empty. Nothing interests them. They have no ...read more
Scripture: Jeremiah 9:23-24
Say what you mean, and mean what you say.
JAMES 5:12 “YES” MEANS YES; “NO” MEANS NO! “Above all, my brothers, do not swear, either by heaven or by earth or by any other oath, but let your ‘yes’ be yes and your ‘no’ be no, so that you may not fall under condemnation.” “His word is his bond” was a common saying about people of integrity ...read more
Scripture: James 5:12
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