Sermons on Meaningful Mission:

A Deposit On Faith Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005

Our Father encourages us to release what we hold dearest in this world in order to deposit in heaven a treasure that cannot and will not fail.

When buying a house or another piece of property and you’ve made an offer price it’s customary to secure your intention to buy and establish a contract by making a deposit on your offer. This deposit is called "Earnest Money" and it is a personal guarantee to the buyer that you’re serious about ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 23:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unity In The Body

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Mar 3, 2007

This morning as a church body, I want to challenge your thinking and faith as it relates to unity among the believer. It’s important to understand that the church is not a building. Church in the Bible never means “building.” It refers to groups of co

Introduction · This morning as a church body, I want to challenge your thinking and faith as it relates to unity among the believer. · It’s important to understand that the church is not a building. · Church in the Bible never means “building.” It refers to groups of committed Believers in any ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Live Is Christ Series

Contributed by Tim Burns on Mar 20, 2007

Christ is to be exalted in everything we face in life.

Christ is to be exalted in everything we face in life. The King James Version says Christ is to be magnified. When something is magnified it is enlarged. A telescope will make an object look bigger and closer. As believers we are to be like a telescope that brings Jesus Christ closer to people. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Advent 1 - (Hope) 2007 [p.a.v.e. The Way] Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007

This is the first of the Advent sermon series focusing on Paving the way for our coming Lord. It is for the first Sunday in Advent.

[This sermon also had bookmark handouts "P.A.V.E the Way" If you would like to have access to the bookmarks we created for this Advent season, please e-mail me at spencerhoman@msn.com] Matthew 24:36-44 No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Lord Baptizes With The Holy Spirit

Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 8, 2007

“John answered saying to all, ‘I indeed baptize you with water; but One mightier than I is coming, whose sandal strap I am not worthy to loose. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire’” Luke 3:16.

Today is the first Sunday in 2007 and what better way to begin it than with the Holy Spirit. We all need the Holy Spirit since we are spiritual beings and can only function when we are spiritually alive. Our spiritual life comes from the Holy Spirit and a person without the Holy Spirit is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sharecroppin' For The Lord

Contributed by Carl Benge on Feb 5, 2007

Doing the Lord’s Work on Earth

Growing up on a farm in south eastern Iowa, I can relate to the parable in the Gospel. We rented farm ground from others, for hay and extra grain ground. Part of the contract usually involved a share of the grain and bales of hay to go to the landlord. However tenant farming in this parable is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Methodist

Where Two Or Three Are Gathered

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2005

Dedication service for a newly purchased church building.

Where Two or Three are Gathered Together Cornwall- Dedication Service April 2, 2005 When ancient King David came to the throne, and once the kingdom was settled, under his government, he turned his attention from himself to God and had a deep desire to do something special for God. 2 Sam.7.1- 16- ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 6:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rocks Worth Remembering

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Mar 2, 2006

We need to understand the value of remembering the goodness of God once we’ve come through a trial. Joshua is instructed to take rocks...

I would say that one of the things that I have a hard time with is throwing away things from the past. As Donna and I have just moved and sorted through all of the things we have accumulated we came across some treasures from our past. It seems that no matter how small or seemingly worthless each ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-7

Eyes That See, Hearts That Burn

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Sep 16, 2006

Why do we have "Holy Communion?" This is a sermon in the Reformed tradition that answers that in three ways -- Obedience, Remembrance and Enlightenment (or nurture).

In a little while we will participate in the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper. Holy Communion. The Eucharist. On one level, this meal might seem like a reminder of some of the snacks we’ve had elsewhere -- like the cookie and juice we were given by our first grade teacher and like the bag of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Becoming A People Of Purpose Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 26, 2006

Becoming People of Purpose for God

This morning we¡¦re going to begin a series I¡¦ve entitled: People of Purpose - We¡¦ll be looking at the purposes God has offered each of us. - Today I want to begin by laying the groundwork; by reflecting on the very nature of being purpose centered in our lives. - Let me begin with an exercise ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do I Face The Critical Moments?

Contributed by Mike Quinn on Jan 19, 2006

At any time, we may face a critical moment, a moment that defines or changes our lives? Are we ready for that moment?

“How do I prepare for the critical moments?” (Proverbs 2) Intro: Inspiring story of virtue from tsunami hero…man who has orphanage and rescued all his kids in the boat… Power of moments… “What if you knew somewhere in front of you was a moment that would change your life forever, a moment with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In Christ- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on May 8, 2006

. Our unity is in Christ- allowing His life to be lived out in us- letting the humility of Jesus Christ flow in and out of our MINDS.

LIVING IN CHRIST- Part 11 (Philippians 1:12-26; 2:1-13; 3:7-21; 4:4-19) Part 11 HAVING THE MIND OF CHRIST Philippians 2:1-13) Introduction A. Of dogs a. recognized as “man’s best friend” b. dogs remain loyal to his master Unfortunately, such “dogged” determination is often lacking among those ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Right Here, Right Now! Series

Contributed by Donald Carpenter on Apr 30, 2003

Our awesome God has placed you exactly where you need to be according to His divine wisdom and providence! Ever since the foundation of the world, God has moved the elements of the cosmos in order to have you in the situation that you find yourself at th

Right Here Right Now! Esther 4:1-17 Preached Wednesday April 30, 2003 Introduction: Our awesome God has placed you exactly where you need to be according to His divine wisdom and providence! Ever since the foundation of the world, God has moved the elements of the cosmos in order to have you in ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing Reassurance

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jun 9, 2003

God reassures us so we can share His reassurance with others.

God is a very reassuring God, and His Word, the Bible, is a very reassuring book! God gives us so many reassurances in the Bible that we couldn’t possibly cover them all in one worship setting - so we’re going to look at just one today. We are reassured that GOD FINISHES WHAT HE ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Some Reasons For Paul's Success

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

True Success is Found in Following Paul as He Imitated Christ

Some Reasons For Paul’s Success (Acts 20:17-36) Illustration:Someone once asked Paul Harvey, the journalist and radio commentator, to reveal the secret of his success. "I get up when I fall down," said Harvey. Bits & Pieces, March 3, 1994, p. 16. Characteristics of Paul’s Successful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational