Sermons on Mocking God:

Gain More Than You Lose Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 22, 2007

Parables for Stewards, Pt. 5

GAIN MORE THAN YOU LOSE (LUKE 16:1-12) I searched the web for what makes a good hire and what makes a bad hire to the following quotes: “A good hire is hard to find.” “Making a good hire is important, keeping a good hire is far more important.” “The cost of making a good hire is high; the cost of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Duct Tape And A Clotheshanger Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jun 17, 2005

Kids follow Dad’s lead! How can we make sure they get the right stuff?

“Duct Tape and A Clotheshanger” Proverbs 22:6 “Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.” (NIV) Proverbs 22:6 “Teach a child to choose the right path, and when he is older, he will remain upon it.” (TLB) Today is the 100th anniversary of Father’s ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Church Of God

Counting The Cost Of Following Jesus I Series

Contributed by Steve Lotze on Jan 30, 2006

Second in the Following Jesus series about the cost of following Jesus.

Counting the Cost of Following Jesus Oct. 2, 2005, Luke 14:25-35 These are my actual notes and sermon handouts and they probably mean more to me than they do to you. If you don’t understand something in my notes – feel free to e-mail me for clarification (stevenmary7@hotmail.com). Here’s some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

#2 - How To Make A New Start Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Dec 6, 2005

If we are going to follow Jesus, we are going to have to leave the old life behind. . . but that’s not easy! Here’s how to make a new start... *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

For a CD of over 100 of sermons by Darrell Stetler II (most complete with handouts), please e-mail darrellstetler2@sbcglobal.net. Last week, we talked about the first step. . . preparing to be a follower of Jesus. “Honestly consider Jesus’ claims”. . . Now, I want this to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Holiness

Proverbial Wisdom

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 15, 2004

Proverbial wisdom. 1- Kindness 2- Generosity 3- Anxiety

INTRO.- ILL.- Automaker Henry Ford asked electrical genius Charlie Steinmetz to build the generators for his factory. One day the generators ground to a halt, and the repairmen couldn’t find the problem. So Ford called Steinmetz, who tinkered with the machines for a few hours and then threw the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prepare For Immortal Combat Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 15, 2004

We need vital lifegiving relationships in order to win against Satan’s schemes.

Prepare for Immortal Combat Matthew 10:1-16; 24-25 Introduction: We hear a great deal of video games and TV shows talking about mortal combat, and this simply refers to a fight to the death. This is supposed to be the apex of all battles, but this morning I want to remind you that immortal combat ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Tool Of Family Fun Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 16, 2005

Part of a series on the keys to raising healthy kids; this ones deals with the importance of having fun as a family.

THE TOOL OF FAMILY FUN TEXT: Various Texts Sunday, July 21, 2002 We have been talking about parenting and some of the tools for parenting. The first week we talked about the importance of discipline. We balance discipline with affirmation or love. We were reminded to be flexible. There is a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Wedding Feast

Contributed by James May on Jan 23, 2005

The Parable of the Ten Virgins foretells both the joy and sadness of the Wedding Feast at the Marriage Supper of the Lamb.

THE WEDDING FEAST by Pastor James May One of the most exciting and joyous events in life is the marriage of two people who have decided to come together as husband and wife and build a life together. Around the world, this is a time of celebration. Weddings can be as simple as standing before a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

For Starters Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 15, 2010

This message begins a new series in the book of Philippians titled Impossible Joy. Do you need to experience true joy in your life? Then join us as we explore this great book of joy in the midst of impossible circumstances.

I’ve shared this with you before, but I think it bears repeating. For grandparent’s generation had one primary goal for their children. If you asked them what they most wanted for their children, they would have told you that they wanted them to have a better life than they did. That ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Great Father

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 13, 2010

Father's Day Message to encourage fathers to be great husbands and have an encouraging relationship with their children.

How To Become A Great Father On what day are the most telephone calls made? On Mother’s Day! On Father’s Day there are the most collect calls. Gordon Dalbey, author of “Healing of the Masculine Soul,” tells of a Catholic Nun working in a prison. She was asked by a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

Denomination: Free Methodist

You Can't Walk With Jesus With Eyes Wide Shut Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 13, 2015

To walk with Jesus is to deny yourself, take up your cross and follow him.

Title: You Can’t Walk with Jesus with Eyes Wide Shut Text: Mark 8:31-38 Thesis: To walk with Jesus is to deny yourself, take up your cross and follow him. Overview Riding on a wave of impressive demonstrations of power Jesus asked his disciples, "Who do people say that I am?" Then he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Drinker Turned Drunk Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 4, 2013

The passage asks questions, calls for observations & gives answers. It gives a description of the attractions as well as the effects of wine. Drinking is suppose to be characterized by happiness & merriment, but it is overshadowed by woes or problems. Th

PROVERBS 23: 29-35 A DRINKER TURNED DRUNK [Proverbs 23:19-21] This Proverb gives the picture of a drinker of alcoholic beverages. The father, talking to His son (v.15), passes from the sin of uncleanness to that of drunkenness because they are closely related. To wallow with wantonness in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And The Persistent Pagan

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 8, 2015

Jesus isn't fussy about who we are when we earnestly bring our hope to him.

Title: Jesus and the Persistent Pagan Text: Mark 7:24-30 (Matthew 15:21-28) Thesis: Jesus isn’t fussy about who we are when we earnestly bring our hope to him. Introduction A church in England has recorded "the sound of silence" on to a CD which has become a surprise hit with its ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Signs And Signals Of Christ's Coming

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Jun 17, 2014

When Christ will return. Is there any real way to tell? What do you think are the signs of His coming? Are you ready for Him to return? What if He came today? The Bible does speak to this issue.

Signs and Signals of Christ's Coming Mark 13:1-37 Things to Come 1. As He was going out of the temple, one of His disciples said to Him, “Teacher, behold what wonderful stones and what wonderful buildings!” 2. And Jesus said to him, “Do you see these great buildings? Not one ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-37

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Reality Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Apr 27, 2015

Here is evidence to support the reality of the resurrection and the importance to our lives.

The Reality of the Resurrection The Resurrection is Evidenced by Facts The Empty Tomb The Tomb was Secured The Disciples were Scared The Effects on the Lives of the Disciples The Resurrection is Essential to Living Life Eternal The Resurrection is Essential to Living Life Now Slide How are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational