Sermons on Motive Of A Pastor:

I Must See Jesus

Contributed by James May on May 18, 2008

Zacchaeus did whatever it took to see Jesus. What are we willing to do? The closer we look, the better Jesus is. Answer his call today.

I MUST SEE JESUS By Pastor Jim May Luke 19:1-4, "And Jesus entered and passed through Jericho. And, behold, there was a man named Zacchaeus, which was the chief among the publicans, and he was rich. And he sought to see Jesus who he was; and could not for the press, because he was little of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Abortion - A Matter Of Life And Death Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 19, 2008

What does the Bible say about Life and what does that mean in regards to abortion.

Abortion - A Matter of Life or Death God Gives Life… … that Reflects His Image Abortion ends a life that God gave There is forgiveness for those who have been involved in an abortion There is judgment for those who have closed their eyes to abortion There is hope to overcome the culture of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Your Lost Friend Has To Look Forward To Series

Contributed by Denny Feasby on May 21, 2008

A series of the topic of being lost

What Your Lost Friend Has To Look Forward To Luke 16:19-31 Intro: In about 27 days the NASCAR season begins with the running of the Daytona 500. I am looking forward to that day. I am sure all of us have, at one time or another been looking forward to something with great anticipation. I know ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Relating To Jesus Outside Religion Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 22, 2008

Helping ourselves and others relate to Jesus not as one who started a new religion… nor who can be known merely through religious tradition… but who defies religious confines… and who seeks relationship.

Intro – One of the more interesting dynamics in my own process of having ‘holy conversation’ is when someone asks what I do. When they discover I’m a pastor… I’ve seen all sorts of things go off. Discomfort with their behavior, discomfort with what they then expect from me, or even just ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Spirit's Wisdom" 1 Cor. 2 Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 25, 2008

The Spirit’s wisdom is the too lead our lives not our human intellect or another person’s human intellect. Why? So that we can witness the power of the Spirit and see lives transformed.

"The Spirit’s Wisdom" Summary of the series on Corinthians and of chapter 1 Thesis: The Spirit’s wisdom is the too lead our lives not our human intellect or another person¡¦s human intellect. Why? So that we can witness the power of the Spirit and see lives transformed. Scripture Text: 1 Cor. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Healing Is A Choice

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 25, 2008

Healing can be hindered by the choices that we make in life so we need to evaluate our lives to see if something is blocking our healing.

“Healing is a choice?” Opening Video Illustration: Challenge the Ordinary Bluefishtv.com Thesis: Healing can be hindered by the choices that we make in life so we need to evaluate our lives to see if something is blocking my healing. Opening Scripture Text: John 5:1-15 1Some time later, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be A Doer

Contributed by Bruce Ball on May 27, 2008

A sermon outlining the steps involved in being a "doer of the word." Text / audio / communion message will be at www.sermonlist.com

Today, we will be reading from the book of JAMES. So if you want to open your Bibles to James, chapter 1, we will begin in a few minutes. The book of JAMES was written about 48 years after Jesus ascended back into Heaven. And even though there were several men by the name of ‘James’ at that ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: *other

Just A Little While Longer Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on May 31, 2008

Whatever trials you’re going through, Jesus calls you to simply remain faithful to Him.

I have to tell you about my experience this week. This week I did something I’ve never done before. This might surprise you, but up until Tuesday, I had never voted in a voting booth. You see, I turned 18 when I was in Basic Training. From that point forward, I always voted absentee. If you’ve ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Spiritual Relationships" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jun 11, 2008

Sermon 16 in a study in Colossians

(“Relating According to the Spirit”) “Wives, be subject to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. 19 Husbands, love your wives and do not be embittered against them. 20 Children, be obedient to your parents in all things, for this is well-pleasing to the Lord. 21 Fathers, do not exasperate ...read more

Denomination: Orthodox

A Stranger Saved By Grace

Contributed by James May on Aug 26, 2007

3rd in the Series on the Book of Ruth. God’s grace is extended to those who will heed the call. Strangers to His Kingdom are welcomed because they choose to answer the call of God in their lives.

A Stranger Saved by Grace Book of Ruth Series By Pastor Jim May Ruth 2:8-9, "Then said Boaz unto Ruth, Hearest thou not, my daughter? Go not to glean in another field, neither go from hence, but abide here fast by my maidens: Let thine eyes be on the field that they do reap, and go thou after ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:8-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Standing Kneeling Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Aug 27, 2007

Intercessory prayer is the key to standing as the kind of church God wants us to be.

1. The first key to standing by kneeling is to pray continually. (6:18) 2. The second key to standing by kneeling is to pray personally. (6:19-20) 3. The third key to standing by kneeling is to pray specifically. (6:21-22) 4. Conclusion (6:23-24) This morning we’re reaching a milestone. We’re ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral With Committal

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Aug 29, 2007

Full funeral with service, message and graveside committal for a Christian woman with a mixed attendence of strong Christians and unbelievers.

Contents Order: Funeral text; Message; Graveside Committal. The prayers I do not use as written, but use as a guide to work from during the service. The theological part of the message is written in terms that unbelievers will understand. FUNERAL Prelude Closing of the Casket Seating of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 14:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Conquers Evil

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 4, 2007

In our text, let’s consider the procedure of how good conquered evil. 1- Philip preached - that’s the good 2- Simon boasted - that’s the bad 3- People believed - that’s the good 4- Simon backslid - that’s the bad 5- Peter warned - that’s the good

INTRO.- ILL.- In Florida, an atheist became incensed over the preparation for Easter and Passover holidays and decided to contact the local ACLU about the discrimination inflicted on atheists by the constant celebrations afforded to Christians and Jews with all their holidays while the atheists had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:4-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

La Respuesta A La Fidelidad De Dios Series

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Sep 8, 2007

Diezmar es una declaración de fe

La Respuesta a su fidelidad: Diezmar Intro: Hace algunos meses les comenté que había comenzado a caminar por las mañanas. Como ustedes, yo también estoy convencido que es necesario hacer ejercicio regularmente para tener una mejor salud general ¿No es cierto? En aquella ocasión les dije que me ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Amazing Grace Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Sep 10, 2007

Salvation set us free. Then why do we try to prove our worth.

Introduction: I. Are you a perfectionist? A. This is what my dictionary says the definition of Perfectionism is - 1. “The refusal to accept any standard short of perfection” and or 2. “The philosophy or doctrine that religious, moral, social, or political perfection is attainable” B. If ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:3

Denomination: Methodist