Sermons on Measure:

The Secret Of Contentment Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 5, 2004

In marked contrast with the widespread discontent of our world, the Apostle Paul spoke on the subject of contentment in his letter to the church at Philippi.

Restoring the Joy A Study of the Book of Philippians Sermon # 12 “The Secret of Contentment” Philippians 4:10-15 “A Russian woman lived with her husband and two children in a very small hut. Her husband’s parents lost ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

His Gifts, His Call, His Sovereignty

Contributed by David Richardson on Sep 29, 2005

God has a gift or gifts for each one of us. God has a call for each one of us. God has a plan for each one of us

Title: His Gifs, His Call, His Sovereignty Romans 11 29 for God’s gifts and his call are irrevocable. 30 Just as you who were at one time disobedient to God have now received mercy as a result of their disobedience, 31 so they too have now become disobedient in order that they too may now receive ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:29-36

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

When Jesus Comes: No Fear

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 12, 2010

Christmas Day 1988: Jesus came into a world full of fears about economics, government, health, and the rest. Our pretty porcelain manger scenes are not realistic. But when Jesus comes today and works through us, He works to drive away all the fears that

A certain family, a number of years ago, as was their custom, lovingly and carefully set out their beautiful porcelain nativity scene for Christmas. They were so very proud of this delicate, fragile thing of beauty; they had paid a good deal of money for it on a trip to Europe, and its value could ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

How Is Your Effort?

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Sep 17, 2007

A sermon for the 17th Sunday after Pentecost

17 Sunday after Pentecost Proper 20 Lectionary 25 September 23 Luke 16:1-13 "How is your Effort?" "He also said to the disciples, "There was a rich man who had a steward, and charges were brought to him that this man was wasting his goods. And he called him and said to him, ’What is this that I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is So Great About John 3:16?

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 21, 2007

Every verse in the Bible is great, but if there is a greatest verse in all the Bible… it is undoubtedly John 3:16.

WHAT’S SO GREAT ABOUT JOHN 3:16? A little boy was heard talking to himself as he walked across the backyard, baseball cap in place, ball and bat in his hands. "I am the greatest hitter in the world," he said. He threw the ball up, swung and missed. "Strike one," he said. But again, he told ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For A Fight Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 4, 2007

This is the first message in an expositional series through the book of Jude about preparing to deal with false teachers in the church.

Text: Jude 1-2, Title: Preparing for a Fight, Date/Place: LSCC, 8/27/06, AM A. Opening illustration: Several centuries ago, a Japanese emperor commissioned an artist to paint a bird. A number of months passed, then several years, and still no painting was brought to the palace. Finally the emperor ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

He'll Give You Double For Your Trouble

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Jan 8, 2007

No matter what you are going through, God will reward you for going through the difficult times and stuggles of life. He Will Give You Double For Your Trouble

Introduction: In our world today the Christian circle is suffering. Christians suffer because of who that are in Jesus Christ. Pastors are under attack because of who they are in Jesus the Christ. Suffer, just what does that mean? Webster’s dictionary says that suffer is to feel pain: to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18

Denomination: Baptist

She Gave All...

Contributed by Curtis Brock on Jan 13, 2007

As a believer we must be willing to give all to the Lord

She Gave All… Mark 12:41-44 Introduction: In this passage, Mark introduces us to a poor widow and the well-to-do crowd of her day. As Jesus watched, He noticed the trueness of the hearts of the people as they gave their offerings. Now do not get antsy, because this message is not about ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

Living For Today

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Dec 31, 2007

It doesn’t matter how long we live. What matters is how well we love Christ in the years we have.

Living for Today Isaiah 61:10-62:3 December 30, 2007 I remember a story from a few years ago. An eighty two year old woman appeared on Good Morning America. She had just gotten a face lift, breast implants, botox injections to smooth out the wrinkles, lip resculpting, and a chemical peal. I ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Making The Most Of The New Year

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 6, 2008

As you transition into the new year are there questions on your mind. There are on mine. What I believe to be a very important question for my life and the life of the church. Did I make the most of 2007. 2 terific truths from God’s word show us how w

Intro: As we transition into this new year a question has been on my mind. Did I make the most of the last year. It is not a question for the faint at heart. It is an examining question, it is a difficult question. Will I be honest enough with myself about this hard question? As I look over ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

Adore God

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 7, 2008

The first in a series of four sermons entitled. ‘Prayer As A Second Language’

Since school is now in full swing, I thought it would be fun to test our language knowledge but not English. Instead, I want us to see how well we doing with Spanish and French. I am going to put up five English words and you are to tell me which is the French word and which is the Spanish word. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Developing An Effective Prayer Life Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 18, 2007

Developing an effective prayer life takes daily commitment. #2 in a 4 part series.

Title: Developing An Effective Prayer Life Series: Prayer Changes Things Text: Daniel 6:1-23 Introduction: The Graduates vs. the ACLU This story took place in Calvert County, Maryland, where a senior named Julie Schenk was asked to lead a prayer at her high-school graduation. Of course, it’s ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Sucking Blessings Through A Straw

Contributed by James May on Nov 27, 2007

Trying to receive the blessings of God while we harbor a Root of Bitterness is like trying to drink after eating lemons. The flow is restricted because we are all drawn up inside.

Sucking Blessings Through a Straw #13 in the Book of James Series By Pastor Jim May James has just completed dealing with the power of the tongue to destroy and to bless. Now we will see why the tongue is often put to such terrible use when it is used to destroy a life or a reputation. Most of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:14-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Heart Grown Cold Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Nov 29, 2007

We live in a world today where God is secondary to our needs and desires. As it seems, gone are the day when there was a fervent, passionate and deep love for God and His Word. We need to remember the first things and get back to our roots if we ever ex

A Heart Grown Cold Griffith Baptist Church – 10/15/06 A.M. Service Text: Revelation 2:1-7 Introduction: As Christians, our lives get busy: • Work • Family • Church • Entertainment • Education We begin fine and continue to do the good works God asks of us Somehow, those ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

It's Not About Power

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 13, 2008

For deacon ordination at Montgomery Hills Baptist Church: deacons are to be humble, secure, and serving, and thus to coach the whole church in Kingdom ways.

Power is what the world knows. You cannot live in the metro DC area without seeing that power is everything for this world. The power of a position in the government, where you can order people around like pawns on a chessboard. The power of access to huge sums of money, so that shopping sprees ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11

Denomination: Baptist