Sermons on Mount Up:

Warring Over Wealth Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Jan 28, 2005

What are we to do when money becomes the battlefield? RECOGNIZE THE BATTLE; REMOVE THE REPROACH OF THE UNCHURCHED; RELEASE OUR RIGHTS; EXPECT TO RECEIVE A BLESSING.

Passage: Gen.. 13:5-ff I ask you this evening, what is it that divides and dissolves more relationships than virtually anything else? Of course, I’m sure that it’s not true of each of you, so perhaps it will come as a total surprise to you that the number one item that married couples quarrel ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:5-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Religion Of Nimrod

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jan 30, 2005

A sermon about Nimrod, the great grandson of Noah.

The Religion Of Nimrod Gen 10:8-11, 11:1-9 I. Notice Nimrod’s Rebellion. Vs 8-9 His very name means "rebel or we will rebel". Notice also the words V9 "before the Lord" This phrase literally means "against God" Nimrod rebelled against the Lord. a. He disregarded the past of his family. His ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 10:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Rest Is God's Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005

God has called upon us to walk before him in holiness, and has revealed that he is powerful enough to make his promises come to pass.

Pastor’s note: I wanted to call this "A Cut above" but couldn’t bring myself to do it. Passage: Genesis 17:1-27 In Genesis 15 God came to Abram and introduced repeated to him the Abrahamic covenant and it’s central tenant; that of God’s undeserved blessing to Abram. God took Abram outside the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hospitality 101 Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005

Abraham’s encounter with three strangers can teach us much about hospitality as a church.

A mother invited some people to dinner. At the table, she turned to her six-year-old daughter and said, "Would you like to say the blessing?" "I wouldn’t know what to say," the girl replied. "Just say what you hear Mommy say," the mother answered. The little girl bowed her head and with sincerity ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is Your Brother

Contributed by Paul George on Feb 2, 2005

What happens when passions are not kept under control

Where is your Brother Genesis 4:1-16 The questions that Adam and Eve probably asked when they looked back to where they were and where they are now was probably where do we go from here and what will happen next. When Adam and Eve were driven from the Garden of Eden, God didn’t abandon them. He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16

Denomination: Holiness

The Perfect Law Of Liberty

Contributed by Mark Baker on Feb 3, 2005

Freedom in Christ

The Perfect Law of Liberty James 1:22. But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. 23. For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man observing his natural face in a mirror; 24. for he observes himself, goes away, and immediately forgets what kind ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Much Do We Love Jesus ?

Contributed by Mike Turner on Feb 13, 2005

A sermon on expressing our love for Jesus

How Much Do We Love Jesus ? Mark 14:1-19 How long has it been since you did something for someone just because you loved them ? Cleaned your room ? Sent some flowers ? Sent someone a card ? On a scale of 1-10, how are you at expressing your ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Transformation

Contributed by Richard Francis on Feb 16, 2005

Seeking gods presence to be transformed from Glory to Glory, made in the likeness of Jesus

Transformation, You can’t earn Gods Love but you can be perfected by it! Context # 1 Paul was speaking to the Christians at the church in Corinth There was descent in the ranks, he was facing a “Back to Moses” movement As he faced his opponents he brings in wide ranging arguments comparing the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Philip The Evangelist Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 28, 2005

Witnessing in the power of the Spirit

PHILIP THE EVANGELIST Acts 8:1-25 Intro.: What is evangelism? What is an evangelist? (Wait for answers) Jesus said in His final words, “Go, be my witnesses here and everywhere,” “Go and make disciples of all nations.” To evangelize is to tell the good news of Jesus. “Gospel” = “evangel” = ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Process Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Scott Malone on Mar 1, 2005

Learning to pray for results

THE PROCESS OF PRAYER Luke 11:5-10 Have you ever wondered why God wants us to “pray without ceasing?” Why is it that Jesus spent such extended times in prayer, often praying alone all night before making major decisions. Why did Jesus have to pray 3 hours in the garden of Gethsemane before the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Possibilities Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Scott Malone on Mar 1, 2005

Prayer is the power source for all ministry

THE POSSIBILITIES OF PRAYER John 14:12-14 When I first started as a professional counselor, I came to that time when classes were done, practicums were over, and it was time to sit down with that first client who was going to actually pay money to talk to you. I remember the agony of the hour or ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Fellowship Of The Father

Contributed by Mark Baker on Mar 5, 2005

What is fellowship and what is it’s true purpose? What is the difference between fellowship and relationship. God places high a high importance upon fellowship.

Eph:2:4: But God, who is rich in mercy, for His great love wherewith he loved us, It is important for us to know that first of all we are greatly loved by God the Father. We can’t come into any kind of a close personal relationship with some one including our Heavenly Father if we think that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:23-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Where's The Light That's Supposed To Be At The End Of The Tunnel?

Contributed by Todd Riley on Nov 1, 2005

An exposition of Psalm 89

Psalm 89 Scriptures: Isaiah 49, Jeremiah 25, 33 Where is the light that’s supposed to be at the end of the tunnel? A couple of months ago Louisiana and the city of New Orleans was hit by an incredibly powerful hurricane named Katrina. As you may remember the city, which sits below sea level ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 89:1-52

Denomination: Baptist

On Deposit ! ! (Ephesians, Chapter 1) Series

Contributed by David Richardson on Nov 2, 2005

Ephesians 1:13-14 give us an initial glimpse at what we have ON DEPOSIT in The Heavenly Reserve Bank of God

Series Title: The Heavenly Reserve Bank of God(Ephesians) Message Title: On Deposit (Ephesians, Chapter 1) Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14 (Ephesians 1:13) And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Restore Us, O God!

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005

Mistakes can cause feelings of – · Regrets – “Oh I wish I had never done that…” · Embarrassment – “Oops…that was dumb...” · Shame and remorse – “I should’ve known better.” · Guilt – “”It’s all my fault.”

RESTORE US, O GOD! Text: Psalm 51:12 (from Responsive Reading) I want to talk to us about something some of us may never want to talk about. That is, our mistakes. Each of us has made plenty of mistakes with our families, friends and co-workers. This is important because Mistakes can cause ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God