Sermons on Misunderstanding:

Surrendering

Contributed by Sam Peters on Mar 1, 2007

Too often when we are confronted with a difficult situation we strive to solve it ourselves instead of letting God be God.

Surrendering – Let Go, Let God Text – Daniel 6:10, 16-24 Situation: Your company has made announcements that it is cutting 100 jobs across the company in an effort to trim expenses and increase shareholder equity. The cuts will be made after upper management reviews employee performance. What do ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:10-24

From Now On

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 24, 2007

You may possess resources, something that could nourish and help others. But if it is hoarded and boarded up, that stuff will spoil, stain, smell and be utterly pointless.

2 Corinthians 5: 16 – 21 From Now On Intro: A young woman went to her pastor and said, “Pastor, I really need your advice in dealing with the sin of pride. I come to church Sunday after Sunday and I can’t help to think as I look around that I’m the prettiest girl in the congregation. I know I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

With Him! With Them!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 25, 2006

This is a brief lesson dealing with unity, togetherness, and being with people. It could be used at a funeral of a believer, or a situation where you need a brief lesson.

WITH HIM! WITH THEM! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. 1 Thes. 3:12 And the Lord make you to increase and abound in love one toward another, and toward all men, even as we do toward you: Psalm 133:1 Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! 1 Thes. 4:13 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is Anger And How Does It Manifest Itself?

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Jun 29, 2007

We all struggle with anger but how can we tell when it is right? In this message, Pastor Steve Hereford examines the definition and manifestation of anger.

Ephesians 4:26-27 says, “‘Be angry, and do not sin’: do not let the sun go down on your wrath nor give place to the devil.” This passage, which the first part comes from Psalm 4:4, is a call to righteous anger. Because anger can be selfish do we rarely understand that we can be angry without ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I'm On My Way To Victory!

Contributed by Rev. M Edmunds on Apr 9, 2005

If you desire the victory over the difficulties and the obstacles you face in the pursuit of your purpose and destiny, then follow God’s plan for your life.

Due to the brevity of time we have together this morning, I am unable to explain this text in an unreserved and methodical way for you to receive the richness of its essence. However, I will not rob you this morning of our text central campaign or preface of Israel’s first conquest of Jericho. For ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pray Like This

Contributed by James Beam, Jr on Nov 10, 2005

Jesus disciples were drawn by his intimate walk with His Father. This text reveals how prayer is shaped by what’s in our heart & in our Father’s heart.

Welcome & Theme Introduction 1. What one thing could make the church more powerful than anything else? What one thing could ensure that your life was as good as it can be? What one thing could turn your family into the place that everyone loved to stay? 2. That ONE thing is an intimate, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Working The System (Sloth) Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 23, 2005

Even with full calendars we can be lazy. God calls us to service and away from activities that are not a part of God’s will

II Thessalonians 3:6-15 “Working the System” (Sloth) INTRODUCTION In a world of PDA’s, Day Planners, and refrigerator calendars with no white space left, we have difficulty believing that sloth, or laziness, is a sin that we need to seriously deal with in our lives. We will admit to being ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Living Among The Unbelievers

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Jan 10, 2008

Christians should live uniquely among the unbelievers.

LIVING AMONG THE UNBELIEVERS 1 Peter 2:11-12 INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION The story is told of Gordon Maxwell, missionary to India, that when he asked a Hindu scholar to teach him the language, the Hindu replied: “No, Sahib, I will not teach you my language. You would make me a Christian.” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

God's Love At Christmas

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 15, 2008

Experience God’s profound love this Christmas

December 23, 2007 John 3:16-17 A couple of years ago on America’s Funniest Home Videos, a young boy was shown on Christmas morning. He came down to see a large present beside the tree and ran over to tear it open to see what was inside. The paper went flying and suddenly he broke into a dance and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Battleground

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Feb 29, 2008

The true knowledge of God is more than a good quiet time or meditating on the Word – it involves the manifestation of the life of God in & thru us

The Battleground – 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 Intro.: The true knowledge of God is more than a good quiet time or meditating on the Word – it involves the manifestation of the life of God in & thru us. The true knowledge of God is a powerful, experiential knowledge that goes much deeper than an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Concern For The Persecuted

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

Concern for the persecuted, confirmation of faith and love, committal to the Father and the Son

A. Intro & Conclusion Shawshank Redemption- the beers • Are we desiring to live an increasingly Christ-like life? • Are we devoting our whole lives to the love of others, and the building-up of younger Christians? • Are we being picked on for being like Jesus, and how are we coping with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

How The Church Can Counter Attack Satan

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on May 9, 2005

This sermon gives us ways to counter attack Satan’s workings within the church

Satan’s Attack Upon The Kingdom of God How The Church Can Counter Attack Satan Text: II Corinthians 11:3 "But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent bequiled Eve through his subtility, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in Christ." Galatians 6:1-2 " Brethern, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:3

In Liberty We Trust

Contributed by Sam Greene on Dec 9, 2004

This sermon addresses America’s love affair with our new ’god’ appropriately named Liberty.

There once was a time when men became intoxicated by drink. In drunken stuper inhibitions fail, anger often rages and all sense of consciousness takes leave. In the process of time other agents became our intoxicants. Things like drug abuse, power, and wealth also lured Americans into love ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

Attributes To Admire Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Jun 14, 2005

This sermon identifies four attributes worth admiration in Paul and Barnabas. These same attributes ought to be present in us as fathers.

Admiration is an interesting thing. The dictionary defines it as “a feeling of pleasure, wonder and approval”. I think that most men want their children to admire them in one sense or another. I mean I want my children to take pleasure in me as their father, I want them to have a sense of wonder ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

Characteristics Of Real Fishers Of Men - Luke 5:1-12

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 20, 2001

Characteristics of real fishers of men - Luke 5:1-12

Characteristics of real fishers of men - Luke 5:1-12 Illustration:The Times-Reporter of New Philadelphia, Ohio, reported in September, 1985 a celebration of a New Orleans municipal pool. The party around the pool was held to celebrate the first summer in memory without a drowning at the New ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational