Sermons on Middle:

Foundations - Escaping Hell's Fury Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 18, 2002

Why did Jesus preach about Hell, and how can we be sure to avoid this terrible place?

OPENING: Looking over the rim of the volcano’s crater, the American tourist remarked, "Reminds one of Hell, doesn’t it?" The guide threw up his hands and exclaimed, "These Americans, they’ve been everywhere." APPLICATION: The tourist was noting that the volcano’s pit was not a comfortable place. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#1choices Have Consequences:i Quit Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 19, 2002

We study choices and the consequences, I QUIT IS AN EASY CHOICE with a terrible price tag.

CHOICES HAVE CONSEQUENCES I QUIT! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Part #1 of 3 The Choice? I QUIT! Consequences. TEXT: Deut.30:19... I call on heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore CHOOSE LIFE, that ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:19, Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Struggle To Become Series

Contributed by Bob Groves on Jun 22, 2002

The life long & daily struggle to become Christlike.

Look @ Encounters With Christ... Encounters as in Moments that are Meant to Change you into Christ likeness TODAY – Simon Peter & HIS Struggle of Becoming the Person Called to be... Scripture John 1:40-42 One of the two who heard John speak, and followed Him, was Andrew, Simon Peter’s ...read more

Scripture: John 1:40-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Formula For Prosperity

Contributed by Deborah Prihoda on Jul 25, 2002

At the beginning of Hezekiah’s reign, he made some important decisions regarding his faith that God blessed him for and he prospered.

FORMULA FOR PROSPERITY 02/18/01 INTRODUCTION TEXT: 2 Kings 18:1-8 Transition: Look at 3 things Hezekiah determined that brought prosperity to his life. I. MAKE A DETERMINATION TO WORSHIP A. He determined to do right in the sight of the Lord (v.3) Historical background: 1. Ahaz ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:1-8, Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Beneath The Surface" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

A look at ourselves through the eyes of our heart.

“Beneath The Surface” Matthew 5:8 Beatitudes - #6 Intro: If Jesus came to your home today to spend a day or two If He came unexpectedly, I wonder what you’d do? I know you’d give your nicest room to such an honored Guest, And all the food you’d serve to him would be the very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Mennonite

Grounded In Grace:overview Series

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Aug 8, 2002

Grace is so giganic it exceeds our ability to measure it.

GROUNDED IN GRACE, PREACHED AT MIDWAY COMMUNITY CHURCH APRIL 22 2001 Why this series? 1. It is for us to come to a better understanding of God’s greatest gift. Our theme here at Midway Community Church is: “healing the hurts, and renewing the mind” and I can tell you from my own personal ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

Lead Me (How To Let God Lead) Series

Contributed by Bruce Weaver on Nov 19, 2000

Discover what it means for God to provide leadership in your life.

"LEAD ME” (HOW TO LET GOD LEAD) Psalm 37:5 November 12, 2000 Dr. Bruce D. Weaver Resistance To Leadership Today we continue in series we have been going through “HOW TO PUT DARE IN YOUR PRAYER.” Specifically, we will consider the prayer, “LEAD ME,” which allows us to figure out HOW TO LET GOD ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:5

Denomination: Baptist

Called By God Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 13, 2000

God Called David to Service and Ministry

David We know more about David than any other in the OT. He was a Shepherd. He learned how to be alone. He learned to commune with God and with the nature around him. He learned to fight with courage and skill. He was a Musician. The Bible speaks of his musical skill. He invented instruments. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Are You Saved Anyway Series

Contributed by Alan Braun on Mar 22, 2002

A study on the Book of Romans

How Are You Saved, Anyway? Chapter 10 Paul’s attitude towards the Israel of the flesh is he desires them to come to know God. To be saved from the wrath of God. The Reasons for Israel’s rejection (10:1-13) You would think that Israel would have been expecting and waiting for their Messiah ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Walk With A Stranger

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Apr 11, 2002

3rd Sunday of Easter, Series A -- When Jesus opens the Scriptures and opens our eyes, he goes from being a stranger to becoming a friend.

A Walk with A Stranger – Luke 24:13-32 Intro: What do you talk about with strangers? Often it works well to discuss important events that everyone knows about: the war in the Middle East, the weather, the economy, etc. The afternoon of Jesus’ resurrection, it’s not too difficult for us to picture ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32, 1 Peter 1:17

Denomination: Lutheran

Forgiveness

Contributed by Sang Kwon on May 11, 2002

Meaning of forgiveness

Forgiveness The United States of America is retaliating on Afghanistan where, according to their sources, Osama Bin Laden is in hiding. George W. Bush had said that acts of terrorism would not be tolerated and would lead to retaliation. They did choose to retaliate as they are currently undergoing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Becoming A Church Of Excellence: Purpose Series

Contributed by James Capps on Jan 30, 2001

What is the purpose of the Church? It is to reach, to win, to train and to send.

The Purpose of the Church!" 2 Corinthians 5:1-7 Proverbs 19:21 Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails. Proverbs 19:21 I really like that proverb…especially that no matter what we might plan…no matter how evil it may be…GOD’S PURPOSE PREVAILS! What ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:21, 2 Corinthians 5:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

The Seasons Of Deserts

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 1, 2001

Sometimes desert experiences are for three different reasons.

Introduction A. Feel the need to offer a different sermon today. To express a word of comfort and support today. B. (If possible, have Crystal Lewis’ song, “Seasons Change” played over sound system.) Why this sermon? A. Fall is a time of change – we often notice the passing of time in the fall. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1, Matthew 4:1

Denomination: Church Of God

No Strings Attached

Contributed by Joey Johnson on Sep 10, 2001

Samson’s life serves as a stark reminder of the ease at which we can fall into the snare of sin.

“NO STRINGS ATTACHED” (Judges 13.1-3; 24; 16.4-6; 19) I. THE DRAW OF DISOBEDIENCE (Judges 14.1,2;3) 1 “Now Samson went down to Timnah, and saw a woman in Timnah of the daughters of the Philistines. 2 so he went up and told his father and mother, saying, ‘I have seen a woman in Timnah ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

In The Morning

Contributed by James Bryant on Sep 12, 2001

With the tragedy our country has faced during WTC & Pentagon attacks, when will judgement come?

IN THE MORNING Psalms 49:1-20 (1) Hear this, all ye people; give ear, all ye inhabitants of the world: (2) Both low and high, rich and poor, together. (3) My mouth shall speak of wisdom; and the meditation of my heart shall be of understanding. (4) I will incline mine ear to a parable: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 49:1-20

Denomination: Baptist