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Why Is There An Elephant In My Living Room?

Contributed by Edward Boyce on Jan 26, 2002

based on 157 ratings

| 13,144 views

Most folks have areas in their lives that they ignore. In this sermon, Jesus calls us to put first things first.

WHY IS THERE AN ELEPHANT IN MY LIVING ROOM? This morning I would like to tell you a story. It begins as does many stories with a very familiar phrase. Once upon a time on a fine spring day, a young mother sat through a very boring contract negotiation, while her son sat through a boring ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Personal Choice; My Loaded Gun

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 11, 2002

based on 40 ratings

| 5,009 views

Our rights and responsibilities are like the tension on the trigger of a loaded gun; properly handled they are a blessing -- improperly handled they are dangerous.

February 10, 2002 1Now let¡¦s talk about food that has been sacrificed to idols. You think that everyone should agree with your perfect knowledge. While knowledge may make us feel important, it is love that really builds up the church. 2Anyone who claims to know all the answers doesn¡¦t really ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

"God Help Me With My Attitude”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Mar 11, 2002

based on 340 ratings

| 24,361 views

An attitude of joy is an intentional decision followed by a process. This sermon examines some Biblical steps needed for an attitude of joy. 1. Write out your top 5 blessing and thank God for them everyday. 2, Keep things in perspective—God is in contro

“God Help Me With My Attitude” Philippians 1:3-12 Into: There was once a young boy who went to spend the week with his grandfather on the farm. While walking around he noticed the chickens, they were scratching and playing around. The little lad said, “They ain’t got it”. Next he saw a colt in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Daddy Is Stronger Than Superman Series

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Jan 29, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 7,307 views

Learn about how to hold tight to your Father’s strength and lean hard on his right hand.

Who’s Your Daddy Series My Daddy is Stronger Than Superman 8/21/02 Recap: Romans 8:15 “For you did not receive a spirit that makes you a slave again to fear, but you received the Spirit of sonship. And by him we cry, ‘Abba, Father.’” 1 John 3:1 “Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1, Deuteronomy 3:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Joy Will Rest In You Lord

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Feb 2, 2003

based on 41 ratings

| 3,949 views

With the hustle and bustle of the Holidays over we have a moment to breath. Reflect on our lives and the direction that the Lord is leading us these days.

My Joy Will Rest In You Lord HHM Pastor Jim Parisi 02-02-03 With the hustle and bustle of the Holidays over we have a moment to breath. Reflect on our lives and the direction that the Lord is leading us these days. A “new year” we said a few weeks ago, it is now February, before long it ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8, Genesis 22:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming My Three Greatest Fears

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Feb 17, 2003

based on 80 ratings

| 12,337 views

You can’t argue with God. He has a calling upon your life.

Text: Exodus Chapter 4 1And Moses answered and said, But, behold, they will not believe me, nor hearken unto my voice: for they will say, The LORD hath not appeared unto thee. 2And the LORD said unto him, What is that in thine hand? And he said, A rod. 3And he said, Cast it on the ground. And he ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-9, 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Open The Eyes Of My Heart, Lord Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Mar 9, 2003

based on 49 ratings

| 12,947 views

8th in the series "Coversations With Jesus." Jesus gives sight to one blind man, but the spiritually blind Pharisees fail to perceive the Light of the World.

Introduction: Clip from DVD "AT First Sight" where bandages are taken off of Virgil’s eyes. Medical experts have found that Virgil’s experience is typical of those who have either never had sight or who lost it at an early age. Even if a medical miracle is somehow able to restore the physical ...read more

Scripture: John 9:24-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

#8waiting With A Fire In My Bones Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 11, 2003

based on 34 ratings

| 7,877 views

As we wait there is a great danger of not stirring the fire in our bones.

WAITING WITH A FIRE IN MY BONES? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part #8 1. Waiting and Patience -- the dirty words? ; 2. Habakkuk’s Waiting Room; 3. Danger of waiting and spiritual rust; 4. The five levels of waiting; 5. Waiting with Joy and gladness 6. Long waits and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:9, 2 Timothy 1:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"There's Something Wrong With My Soul!?"

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jul 5, 2002

based on 224 ratings

| 18,290 views

What is my problem? Why do I always make mistakes? Here’s the problem, the outlook, and the solution.

SOMETHING’S WRONG WITH MY SOUL!” Romans 7:15-25 Have you ever thought to yourself – something is wrong – what should I do? Maybe you fall on your hand, and after a couple days, your hand still doesn’t work right. Something is wrong. You really don’t want to go to the doctor, but you might ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Lutheran

A Memorial To My Mother, Juanita Shepherd

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 11, 2002

based on 140 ratings

| 6,666 views

My mother, Juanita Shepherd, passed from this life on June 30, 2002. This message was given in her memory.

A MEMORIAL TO MY MOTHER, JUANITA SHEPHERD Ephesians 5:1-2 "Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God." INTRO.- Someone said, "It’s better not to have lived than ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Not My Donkey You Don't!

Contributed by Edwin Amundson on Jul 30, 2002

based on 40 ratings

| 8,035 views

Learning from the Triumphant Entry of Jesus Christ to Jerusalem by learning from the donkey he rode on.

****This message was inspired by the following contributors to SermonCentral.com---Kieth Linkous, Thomas Monroe, and Guy Caley, Thanks to you and the Holy Spirit, I too was able to write a ?Donkey Sermon!?**** NOT MY DONKEY YOU DON?T!!!--- Luke 19:29-35 JOKE--- Fred and his brother walk into a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-35

Denomination: Baptist

My Eye Affecteth Mine Heart

Contributed by Steven Cook on Jan 5, 2003

based on 34 ratings

| 5,866 views

Taken from Lamentations 3:51, we examine the teaching of this great verse of Scripture.

“Mine Eye Affecteth Mine Heart” Lamentations 3:51 by Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read – Lamentations 3:51 – “Mine eye affecteth mine heart” B. Let us first consider the background in which this passage of Scripture is written. C. The Book of Lamentations is actually a 5-Part Poem ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:51

Denomination: Baptist

What My Mother Taught Me

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Mar 27, 2002

based on 90 ratings

| 11,770 views

The greatest thing about motherhood is pouring your life into your child. How many times has a middle-aged mother disciplined her daughter, and then realized, “I’ve become my mother?” The truth is that we often become what our mothers have taught us.

WHAT MY MOTHER TAUGHT ME By Jerry Falwell The Los Angeles Times carried an article in 1995 with the title, “Things My Mother Told Me” that suggested: 1. Mind your manners and always write “thank you” notes. 2. Brush your hair. 3. Appearance matters. 4. Never marry a man in order to change ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Exodus 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Empty Tomb Opens My Eyes

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Apr 18, 2001

based on 96 ratings

| 6,975 views

In the resurrection of Jesus, God opens my eyes to the greatest meanings of Easter.

The Empty Tomb Opens My Eyes Surely you’ve heard the joke about the three college students who were appearing in a national academic competition. The contest had come down to three final students. One was from Rice University, one was from Princeton University and the third was from Oklahoma State ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:31-33, 1 Peter 1:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I’m Responsible For My Choices!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Apr 17, 2001

based on 324 ratings

| 53,743 views

People are blaming heredity, environment, job pressures, poverty, prejudices, abuse, & anything else they can think of for their problems today. But the Bible very clearly teaches that we’re responsible for our choices.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. Have you noticed? Our society has produced people who ignore their responsibilities & then blame others for their problems. “If I get into financial trouble, it’s not my fault, it’s because of easy credit. And the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:12, Genesis 6:1-18, Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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