Sermons on Musicians:

1. What Is Worship Anyway? Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Aug 3, 2004

Worship is declaring in word, thought, or action the greatness of God and your submission to Him.

The Heart of Worship 1. What is worship anyway? July 24/25, 2004 Don Jaques INTRO: Kids say funny things sometimes when they are trying to master bigger words. Ryan loves animals and recently was telling me all about the “bohen nastrictor”. Sometimes we say words without really knowing what ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Invitation

Contributed by Steve Gladwell on Jul 2, 2002

Are we accepting this invitation? Are we passing ot on to others?

The Great Invitation. How many of you were disappointed by what went on during the Queens Jubilee a month ago? I have to confess here that I was, yes, in spite of all the money spent on them, the parties in the park, the extensive live coverage by the BBC and the fireworks afterwards, I was still ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Of Loneliness Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jul 15, 2002

Third in series on Fear.

Fear Factor Fear is one of the primary weapons of the enemy. This has turned out to be a lot tougher series of messages to bring than I thought it would be. There is an oppressive burden whenever I have preached or taught on the enemy. Fear is one of the primary tools of Satan and the burden ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Having A Heart For God Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Oct 24, 2006

God blesses a life which is lived in pursuit of him.

What is God looking for in a person or a church he can use in a mighty way? Why does it seem that God blesses one person, or church more than another? When I refer to being blest I am not referring to financial or numerical blessing but to a spiritual blessing, an outpouring of God’s Spirit. We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-11, Psalm 63:1

Denomination: Methodist

Get Connected

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Nov 7, 2006

The need to get connected to God through Jesus Christ, and the church, God’s family. This was deliverd on "Bring a Friend Sunday" and kicked off our Sunday school and small groups.

Have you ever felt like, there has got to be more to this life than just going to work, raising kids, enjoying a vacation here or there, getting old, and dying? Do you look at other people and wonder why life seems to go better for some? 1. Connecting to God The Bible tells us there is a reason ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Worship Wars

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Nov 7, 2006

Sermon to handle the increasing division over style of music in worship (contemporary vs. traditional). We sing for God’s benefit and not our own. Yet God continues to inspire us with a new song and styles of worship.

In the last month or so I have heard some interesting comments. I’ve heard, “we don’t sing enough of the old hymns,” or “I don’t like the new music,” and I have also heard “we are singing too many hymns,” or “we sing songs too slow.” Interesting isn’t it? Whenever people are involved there are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Submission: The Dilemma Of Submission Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Feb 4, 2007

Submission - Not a popular subject in America. Perhaps we misunderstand Biblical Submission.Whatever is our life circumstances, we can still act in a way that treats others well.

Note To Reader: This is the first sermon on the subject of submission. A companion sermon is found under the name - Submission: The Power of a Tender Heart Submission – its not a popular subject here in America. Can you think of a popular song or a movie or even a recent best selling book on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church Of Sardis Series

Contributed by Randall Lavere Ii on Jun 17, 2006

an in depth look into Christs teachings to the 7 churches of revelation

The church at Sardis Review of the first 4 churches to this point. 1.Ephesus-get back to the way you were at first. 2. Smyrna- you are going to suffer tribulations, but trust me, I’ll be there 3. Pergamos-Get away from the false doctrines, and get into the word of God. 4. Thyatira-I want you for ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Charismatic

Demands For An Effective Ministry

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Feb 12, 2006

What does an effective ministry look like? In Chapter 4:1-6, Paul penned down demands for an effective ministry.

DEMANDS FOR AN EFFECTIVE MINISTRY 2Corinthians 4:1-6 February 5, 2006 Good News Christian Fellowship BUCAS, Daraga Albay INTRODUCTION Through Paul’s evangelistic activity, church leadership and theological insights, he had an immeasurable influence on the development of Christianity. Paul ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is God In Trouble?

Contributed by Zera Young on Feb 25, 2006

What would happen to God’s Kingdom if He depended on you to do the work He left for you, just as large amd small companies depend on their work force? Are you, as born again Christians, making disciples?

Is God In Trouble {Mat. 28: 19-20} We can recall many things that have happened in our lives and some have been bad, some have been good, and some have been GREAT. We do not want to think on the bad things, just the good and especially the great. I can recall a time when I was on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Too Much Participation?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 20, 2007

A sermon on Nehemiah 12 on characteristics of a great celebration (worship service). Must have preparation and participation!

Sermon for 2/18/2007 Introduction: A. Gordon Dahl said, “Most middle-class Americans tend to worship their work, work at their play, and play at their worship.” B. Worship really isn’t a fair word for what we do here on Sunday mornings. It is more like a celebration. Jesus Christ has risen and ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 12:27-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Won't Be There?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 21, 2007

We ponder what will heaven be and what 8 things won’t be in heaven.

WHAT WON’T BE THERE! (Heaven) By Wade martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This could be done as a two part lesson. I. WHAT IS THE ONLY MAN MADE THING IN HEAVEN? A. The answer to that is simple, the scars in the hands and feet of Jesus were made by man. B. Jesus will carry those scars as a ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Permission Not To Love Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 23, 2007

God gives us permission not to love the world because who ever loves the world cannot love God.

God’s Permission Not to Love Text: 1 Jn. 2:15-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: There’s a story about a wealthy Christian who somehow got obsessed with the idea of taking some of his wealth to heaven. Now he knew the Bible clearly teaches that you can’t take it with you. But so obsessed was he ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Methodist

Who Am I?

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Feb 25, 2007

We spend so much of our lives unsure of the answer to this question. If I don’t know who I am, then what I stand for and what I believe in are easily swayed by circumstances. Knowing who I am is critical to getting through life.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) Who am I? … We spend so much of our lives unsure of the answer to this simple question. We look at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Sight For The Soul

Contributed by Don Schultz on Feb 24, 2005

Jesus gave this man sight. But the real miracle was the gift of sight for the soul.

John 9: Sight for the Blind Imagine being blind. I don’t think you and I can really imagine that. Unless you’ve felt it, you probably have no idea. I did think it was interesting that in the movie Ray, about the blind musician Ray Charles, the actor that played Ray Charles insisted on being ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Lutheran