Sermons on Membership Drive:

Communion Is A Covenant

Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Oct 5, 2012

What is communion? A covenant relationship between God and His people.

Communion is a Covenant: Luke 22:14-20 INTRO: Over and over again in the New Testament, Christians are reminded that we are not our own; we have been bought with a price. • God has come to us ~ redeemed us by His Son ~ entered into our lives thru His Holy Spirit ~ and has voluntarily bound ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-20

Denomination: Methodist

Will You Be Changed By Christmas?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 20, 2012

Sermon for Christmas Eve, 2012, Year C

Luke 2: 18 - 19 / Will You Be Changed By Christmas? Intro: A middle-aged woman posted her Christmas wish list on the refrigerator for her husband to read. Rather than list certain items, she simply requested something that would make her look sexy and beautiful. When Christmas rolled around, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:18-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Training And Discipline Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 8, 2013

One thing that has been an arduous task for me is in disciplining these kids who have been used to an easy-go life and loitering the streets the whole day; they find it tedious to be confined in one place.

Training! 1 Corinthians 9:25 “Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to get a crown that will last forever.” Someone said: Training and Discipline is what modern believers need the most but want the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Sat Opposite The Treasury And Saw! Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 2, 2013

During the first week of this month, I feel it is my duty to turn your eyes to God who has rocked you, comforted you and taken care of you thus far.

Jesus sat opposite the treasury and saw! Mark 12:44”for they all put in out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty put in all that she had, her whole livelihood." I have seen well educated people argue with vendors over silly things; during my train travel, I watched a middle aged ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seven Impossible Dreams

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 1, 2010

People of today still dream of impossible dreams. The impossible dreams we refer have nothing to do with dreams like becoming prosperous, owning a house, or becoming rich and famous. There are at least seven dreams that will never come true now or forever

Intro: During prophet Jeremiah’s time, God was angry with pastors, priests and prophets in Israel who dream and prophesy of false things. These evil false prophets deceived God’s people and provoked them to rebellion. What was true in OT times is still true for today’s generation. Some dreams are ...read more

Denomination: *other

Remember When? Series

Contributed by Allen James on Sep 29, 2011

Part 1 of 7 in our summer series exploring the letters to the 7 churches in Revelation 2-3. This message takes a deeper look at the testimony of the church at Ephesus.

OPENING: Remember When? examples INTRODUCTION: There is not a PAUSE BUTTON in relationships. Our spiritual heath either strengthens or weakens DAILY. I. The PATTERN of the letters is planned. (Rev 2-3) • 1:20 7 lampstands are 7 churches, actual churches... but they are no more than ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Walking On Water 101. (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 14, 2011

Thank you for joining the class: Walking on Water 101, if you’ll turn in your text book to Matt. 14:22-36.

Thank you for joining the class: Walking on Water 101, if you’ll turn in your text book to Matt. 14:22-36. Joe and James went duck hunting and they were both bragging about their hunting dogs, so Joe shot a duck first and before it hit the water his dog jumped up in the air and caught in his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Dragnet

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 15, 2011

The gospel is available to the entire sea of humanity

The casting. The gospel is available to the entire sea of humanity, people of every kind. Nobody is so high the net cannot reach them, and none are so low that the net cannot descend to them. None are so small that the net cannot embrace them. None are so big that the net cannot wrap around them. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:47-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Issue Of Integrity Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019

Paul testified to three things he possessed. These three things should be evident, to some degree, in every Christian’s life. These things make up “the issue of integrity”.

THE ISSUE OF INTEGRITY II CORINTHIANS 1:12-2:17 INTRODUCTION: Paul was hated by many. He was constantly criticized and misunderstood. Some called into question his authority, sincerity and integrity. Welcome to the ministry! In this passage it is evident Paul’s reputation is taking a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Old Faithful Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Aug 7, 2019

Are you faithful? Can God count on you? Can others depend on you? Let’s talk about faithfulness.

OLD FAITHFUL GALATIANS 5:22 INTRODUCTION; “Yellowstone National Park’s most featured attraction is a geyser named Old Faithful, which earned its name by consistently erupting like clockwork…but Old Faithful is losing its faithfulness. In the 1960’s it erupted an average of every 64 minutes. Now ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Baptist

No Other

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jan 6, 2024

There is no other God, no other Savior, no other salvation.

No Other Hosea 13:1-4 Intro. Hosea preached among the Northern Tribe of Israel. Here he is warning them of the consequences of worshipping idols. And in verse 4 he makes an interesting statement, that was something they should have already known. It should have been known from the 10 ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 13:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Land Of Promise (Hebrews 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 20, 2024

The Bible describes a day of rest, a land of rest and our eternal rest. They are all related. Let's look at the land of rest in Hebrews 3.

Did a generation that kept a weekly rest day, NOT find rest in the land of promise? Was it because of their lack of faith, evidenced by their disobedience? Let’s find out in Hebrews 3. Upon whom should we fix our thoughts? Was Jesus also an apostle, one sent, in His case sent from ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Do We Do With The Weeds?"

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000

When the end comes, it will become clear who those people are whose faith is truly in Jesus, and it will become clear who those are who have been just playing a religious game.

When I was a kid, weeding the garden was one of my least favorite activities. It was often hot out there and my back would hurt from bending over. Worst of all, I thought it was monotonous work, so often I did not pay real close attention to what I was doing. And, sure enough, I would sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-43, Luke 9:62

Denomination: Baptist

Make A Buck? Or Make A Difference!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 26, 2007

You can give without love, but you can never love without giving!

MAKING A BUCK? VS MAKING A DIFFERENCE! WHAT HAVE I REAPED? WHAT HAVE I SOWN TODAY? WHO HAVE I BLESSED TODAY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a two part lesson. Never forget: Often hurting people will hurt others! Jude 1:22 And of some have compassion, making a difference: ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A New Year's Sermon

Contributed by William Huegel on Dec 30, 2005

Why some Americans may not have a Happy New Year. They are not in touch with the true source of happiness.

HAPPY NEW YEAR! “Why Many Americans May Not Have A Happy New Year” Ecclesiastes 3:11-13 Jan. 1, 2006 – New Year’s Day Rev. Wm. A. Huegel Wallingford FBC Happy New Year! 11 He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the hearts of men; yet they cannot fathom what God ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:11-13

Denomination: Baptist