Sermons on Muddied Spring:

Whosoever Will

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 19, 2006

A sermon that explains JOHN 3:16, using an illustration about American soldiers held captive in Viet Nam in 1968.

‘For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, so that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life.’ Those are not only the most beautiful words ever spoken, but they are the most meaningful words ever spoken. Almost everybody knows this verse, but not ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, John 3:1

Denomination: *other

How Lovely Is Your Dwelling Place O Lord Almighty

Contributed by Don Schultz on Oct 22, 2006

Building dedication sermon.

Psalm 84: “HOW LOVELY IS YOUR DWELLING PLACE!” The last time I was here in LaPorte, this place where I am standing right now was just a muddy spot on the ground. There was an open field here, and the place where you’re sitting right now – can you picture it? Just mud, dirt, some grass. It ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Out Of The Pit, On To The Rock, Singing A Song

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 4, 2006

Sometimes we lose our song. The pressures of life, the pressures of family problems or the pressure of sickness snatch our song. And some morning we wake up and realize it has been awhile since I caught myself singing. I think the Psalmist found himself i

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: If you’re not inclined to believe what I’m telling you about pits, just ask 9 Pennsylvania coal miners. Breaking through into an older mine, a powerful current of water was released, and the miners ran for their lives. Unable to outrun the rising water, they had to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Bringing Joy To God Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 13, 2005

Although it is true that God wants to bring His children joy, it is surprisingly true that we can bring God joy too! (these sermons parallel Rick Warren’s "Purpose Driven Life" chapters, in this case, ch.8-14; but they are not a repeat, rather same theme

Bringing Joy to God Introduction 1. Just how personal and emotional is God? 2. The answer: Very! 3. G. Walter Hansenin, Christianity Today wrote, “I am spellbound by the intensity of Jesus’ emotions: Not a twinge of pity, but heartbroken compassion; not a passing irritation, but terrifying ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 149:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Decay Of Man Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 27, 2005

After the fall, man continued to become more violent and less receptive to God - why? Also learn about the mystery of the Sons of God and the Nephillim and why God judged the earth.

How could God allow this to happen? We can’t have it both ways. We cannot be morally responsible beings and not have to deal with the consequences. God gives us enough rope to hang ourselves. We have a responsibility to listen to Him. Its not that God is out of control, but He always planned to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Invasion Of The Spirit-Snatchers

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Nov 30, 2006

Planet Earth has been invaded--not by aliens from outer space but from heaven. In fact there ahve been four major invasions from this realm.

Invasion of the Spirit-Snatchers John 1:1-5; 10-14 In the days in which we live, we are finding that people are becoming more and more interested in the possibility that worlds other than our own may be inhabited. Is it possible that someday we might be able to communicate with these distant ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Give Thanks

Contributed by Robert Cox on Nov 25, 2006

The original Thanksgiving Proclaimation

George Washington’s 1789 Thanksgiving Proclamation Whereas it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and favor; and Whereas both Houses of Congress have, by their joint ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Spiritual Discipline Of Stewardship Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 15, 2007

All we have and are belongs to God, we are stewards of his belonings

Tilling the Soil of the Soul Thanksgiving Sunday 2006 The Spiritual Discipline of Stewardship Often times when someone speaks of stewardship in a church setting, they talk about budgeting your money, and making sure you tithe – that you give 10% of your income back to God. While this is not an ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1

Denomination: *other

Hope In The Midst Of Hardships

Contributed by Tony Cheng on Dec 13, 2013

We can understand that many people are facing a lot of hardships nowadays. But it is difficult to understand why there are hardship during the first Christmas!

HOPE IN THE MIDST OF HARDSHIPS (Luke 2:1-7; Matthew 2:13-15) Shall we bow down before our LORD to ask Him to bless our worship this morning: Dear Heavenly Father, grant us listening hearts, unity of minds, and humble hearts, for we want to worship You. May You be honored this morning. In JESUS' ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7, Matthew 2:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Giving God Our Weaknesses

Contributed by Jay Robison on Nov 6, 2012

As we give God even our weaknesses we find a new depth to God's love for us and we also discover that God can use those weaknesses for God's glory

What is your Achilles’ Heel? Achilles warrior in ancient mythology Believed to be invincible in battle Except for one weakness in his heel, touch it Achilles helpless What are your weaknesses? What is your Achilles’ heel? Weaknesses or vulnerabilities that hold us back May be a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Taken Away

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Apr 13, 2015

God will remove certain individuals from earth just as they are alive and well and He will take them up or to Heaven for some undisclosed purpose. These abductees are still human but not eternal and God will use them at a later date.

Taken Away 2 Kings 2:5-17 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 The title of today’s message may be one that some of you have a hard time putting into context. By taken away I do not mean that my wife has called Tom Millard’s co-workers to come and pick me up and take me away to that special ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:5-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Identify Yourself Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011

#6 in series. Who are we? How do we find out?

Colossians 2:6-12 – Identify Yourself Today we resume our series through the book of Colossians. Where we left off, before I took a week vacation, was the first part of chapter 2, and that’s where we pick up again. Today Paul is writing to the believers in Colosse about their identity. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Ingredient Of Baptism Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 27, 2012

Baptism is a PART of God’s recipe for salvation.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • It is that time of the year again. There is a food product that is being sold during this time of the year that is absolutely ADDICTIVE! • I see that the Girl Scouts are selling cookies again. I remember what my oldest was used to sell them, I would buy a dozen boxes of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Confronting The Demands Of The 21st Century

Contributed by Clarence Clough on May 28, 2013

Our text describes a better way to live, and move, and have our being. Eph. 5:15-17 directs specifically how saints are to behave in the 21st century.

CONFRONTING THE DEMANDS OF THE 21ST CENTURY Text: Ephesians 5:15-17, "See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, Redeeming the time, because the days are evil. Wherefore be ye not unwise, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Church Of God

The Almighty God In Battle

Contributed by Ahmed Adebisi Otunba on Jul 5, 2019

God knows who He is if man cannot correctly identity Him. He stated His identity in Genesis 17:1 as the Almighty and mighty Man in battle in Psalm 24:8. As matter of fact, different people have given names to God based on the mighty works He performed in their lives.

Questions: Do you know your Creator? (Dan 11:32). Do you know yourself? (2 Tim 2:3-4). Do you know God's desire for your life? (Eph 6:10). God knows who He is if man cannot correctly identity Him. He stated His identity in Genesis 17:1 as the Almighty and mighty Man in battle in Psalm 24:8. As ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:8

Denomination: Pentecostal