Sermons on Moves:

A Father's Concern Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 7, 2005

Paul wants his readers to move towards perfection. We learn to love one another, to agree with one another, to live in peace with one another

You can almost feel Paul’s frustration as he comes to the end of this letter. He’s done all he could to bring these people to maturity in Christ. He’s begged them, cajoled them, even threatened them and none of it seems to have made any difference. In fact in the end he’s had to resort to utter ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Camping At The Foot Of The Mountain

Contributed by Greg Newton on Feb 25, 2004

Talking about going deeper in our relationship with Christ. Not being satisfied at the foot of the mountain, but moving up the mountain where God’s glory dwells.

“Camping at the foot of the mountain” Intro: Have you ever just sit back and read what the Bible says about the two different kinds of people in the Church today. There are those that talks about seeing the kingdom of God but there are those that I believe that God is showing us that desire and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-4, Exodus 24:9-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Perfect Love Drives Out Fear

Contributed by Charles Degner on May 5, 2003

When we comprehend God’s perfect love for us, we will live without fear and be moved to keep his commandments for all the right reasons.

Fear of punishment is a very effective form of motivation. It’s used quite effectively in the military. Soldiers are trained to obey orders. That’s what boot camp is all about. You find out very quickly that you better listen and get it right the first time or you face the wrath of an angry ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Compassion Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Jun 22, 2003

Jesus during His ministry on earth, had compassion on many occasions. Find out those times when He was moved to service by compassion, in this message.

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism Today’s Sermon Title The Compassion of Jesus Christ By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby Webster defines the word "Compassion" as; Pity or Sympathy. From the Greek "Compassion" is defined as "Inward Affection, Pity or Sympathy, yearning. What ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:36

Denomination: Baptist

Slaying Giants

Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 14, 2003

These giants in the church keep the movement of God to a minimum. We miss opportunities of the sovereign move of God because of the Giants Of: Pride, Hypocrisy, Intimidation, Greed

Slaying Giants 2 Sam 21:15 Once again there was a battle between the Philistines and Israel. David went down with his men to fight against the Philistines and he became exhausted. NIV David had been at war with the Philistines since he was a teenager when he defeated Goliath. He was now 78 and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Good To Great

Contributed by James Barrett on Aug 16, 2003

A look at the rich young ruler, based on Jim Collins book, Good to Great. What must a person do to move from a Good to Great Christian?

GOOD TO GREAT MATTHEW 19:16-22 Intro: Best-selling author, Jim Collins is causing quite a stir with his latest book, Good to Great. In his book he reports the results of over ten years of research of the financial results of every company on the Fortune 500 list from 1965 until 1995. The object was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

When The Brook Dries Up

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 21, 2003

We’ve all been in a place where the "brook" dried up and God moved us on to another place. There are many lessons to be learned beside the brook.

A. INTRODUCTION “And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, ‘As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word.’ And the word of the LORD came unto him, saying, ‘Get thee hence, and turn ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-9, 1 Kings 17:24

Denomination: Baptist

From Serve-Us To Service Series

Contributed by Gary Shockley on Jan 29, 2003

This stewardship message challenges the listener to consider their need to move from viewing the church as a place to be served to embracing God’s call to be in service through the church.

From Serve-Us to Service “Count On Me” Stewardship Series Cornerstone Church January 5, 2003 Rev. Gary A. Shockley, Senior Pastor How many of you remember the old full-service gas stations? My grandfather owned an Arco station in Milton, Delaware. My brother and I spent nearly every Saturday ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46, 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Methodist

It's Time To Cross The Jordan! Series

Contributed by Keith Manry on Mar 4, 2003

This sermon was preached as my first sermon in the pulpit of my most recent appointment. It deals with transition and the need to move forward into the future while treasuring the past.

“It’s Time to Cross the Jordan!” Deuteronomy 34:1-12; Joshua 1:1-11 Sunday, July 7th, 2002 Life is full of unexpected twists, of unforeseen bends in the road and of unwanted detours. Very seldom does life ever go just as we plan. No. Instead, our plans are rerouted. We are sent down a new road, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-11, Deuteronomy 34:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Worthy To Be Called Mother

Contributed by Richard White on May 8, 2008

The title and idea comes from other contributors to this website. What does a mother really do? She prays persistently to move the Hand that made the world.

Worthy to be called Mother (Outline) Matthew 15:21-28 Mark 7:24-30 She is worthy of the title MOTHER, she cares so much for her daughter she was willing to go to great lengths to have her daughter healed. She must have heard of Jesus, she is a Gentile, yet she calls Jesus by a Jewish title. Son ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Increase Our Joy In Our Work For The Kingdom

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 14, 2010

This message looks at how churches and Christians tend to view other churches and believers with jealousy. How can we move beyond that and find more joy?

Ways We Lose Sight Of The Goal In Our Kingdom Work: 1. Resenting another person or church’s rising popularity. - John 3:25-26. - Considering that John had repeatedly spoken to his disciples about Jesus and who He is, their resentment is stunning. - First of all, they don’t even have ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

Shalom Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 24, 2012

Just like the disciples' hopelessness and despair was turned into joy and peace, so Jesus moves in our lives giving us the peace that passes all understanding.

John 20:19-31 “Shalom” INTRODUCTION Does is seem to you that Easter Day was a long time ago? So much has happened this past week and it feels like the loud proclamations, “He is Risen,” and “He is Risen Indeed,” are now only faint whisperings. Yes, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Foundational Truth 7 (Wk.8) Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Dec 8, 2008

A look at the foundational truths of the Christian faith which must be wholly understood before believers can move on to maturity in Christ. This one focuses on "resurrection of the dead".

Dakota Community Church November 30, 2008 Foundational Truth 7 (Week 8) Hebrews 5:11-14 We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain because you are slow to learn. In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

Flesh And Spirit: Love And Gentleness Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 21, 2009

Treating others with gentleness begins with understanding that God uses gentleness with us, and then moves to our being gentle with ourselves. Gentleness does shape the behavior of others.

Why is it that some situations cause us to lose our tempers? Why do we sometimes lose all sense of reason and just get angry all over? Why is it that when we are trying to get someone else to do what we want them to do, we can barely control our rage? A few weeks ago I introduced you to our new ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Pentecost- Abundance Is Here

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 21, 2011

Jesus intended for His disciples to be comforted, and to become confident at the same time. Pentecost is actually God’s kingdom moving in, and taking control.

The Power of Pentecost- Abundance is Here Text: Acts 2:1-4 Amplified Bible AND WHEN the day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all assembled together in one place, 2When suddenly there came a sound from heaven like the rushing of a violent tempest blast, and it filled the whole house in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal