Sermons on New Character:

Blessed Are The Merciful Series

Contributed by Rich Young on Jan 9, 2001

Fifth in a series of sermons from the Beatitudes on developing Christian character

Blessed Are The Merciful TEXT: Matthew 5:7 INTRODUCTION D. A young boy was sent to the corner store by his mother to buy a loaf of bread. He was gone much longer than it should have taken him. When he finally returned, his mother asked, “Where have you been? I’ve been worried sick about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God 's Way Of Holiness

Contributed by Johnny Beaver on Jan 13, 2001

A sermon describing the need for and way to holy living.

1 Peter 1:13-21 I can remember as a young child going over my Grandfather=s land. We were either Squirrel hunting or something to that nature but we would travel all back on his many acres of woods. Back in those old woods there would be clearly what was once some kind of road. It was clearly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

The World Is Watching

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jan 17, 2001

Because the world is watching us, we can be stumbling blocks or stepping stones to the Kingdom of God.

The World Is Watching TCF Sermon December 31, 2000 Let’s start this morning with a history lesson It was Summer, 1968 - time of turmoil in America, for several reasons -not the least of which was the controversy over the war in Vietnam - like this year which ends today, 1968 was an election ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-2, Matthew 18:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Leadership Styles That Work

Contributed by Brian Mccutchen on Jan 30, 2001

How to be an effective leader for Christ

LEADERSHIP STYLES THAT WORK I Thessalonians 2:7-11 Introduction Paul models four traits of effective leadership A Survey of the four positive traits: 1. Am I unaware of people’s problems or am I understanding to their needs? Unaware ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You'll Never Defeat The Giant, Unless You First Conquer The Lion And Bear

Contributed by Thomas Gates on Feb 1, 2001

Sooner or later your gonna face a giant, and if you quit every time problems come then you’ll never be anything for God!

“ You’ll never defeat the giant, unless you first conquer the lion and the bear.” Text: 1 Samuel Ch 17:32-51 Intro: Everyone here surely has heard the story of “David and Goliath.” Probably more than once. Its a pretty good book to read to our children, It teaches them that no matter what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-51

Denomination: Pentecostal

Runt

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Feb 12, 2001

Could we be a runt?

Runt Story of Preacher and Farmer with runt pig. Could we be the runt? Paul wrote to Timothy: Be thou an example of the believers in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.” Would we be a good example? In purity: jokes (Pure heart-from the heart, the mouth…) Eph ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Ephesians 5:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Healthy Christians

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Feb 19, 2001

Consider the health of a Christian who only fed upon the Grace of God and Love and Mercy of God.

Healthy Christians There are things that are basic and important to good health: Proper food and exercise & rest. A person who eats only sweets or starches—wouldn’t have good health. Even a person who eats mostly protein is not healthy. A person who doesn’t exercise, who lies around…loses use ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Procrastination

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Feb 19, 2001

I know I should come to God and live right, but I just keep putting it off.

Procrastination We procrastinate many things…cutting grass…washing clothes. I know I should come to God and live right, but I just keep putting it off. Ex 22: 29 “Thou shalt not delay to offer the first of thy ripe fruits, and of liquors: The firstborn of thy some shalt thou give unto me. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Exodus 22:29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Product And Wages Of Sin

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Feb 19, 2001

Your sins affect you.

Sin’s Product and Wages I John 2: 1-2 Gal 6: 7-8 Your sins affect you. This is a law of God that we cannot escape. “God is not mocked.” Consider Law of Gravity There are social laws and laws of self-esteem. Also spiritual laws of God. Sometimes the effect is swift and sometimes it is a long ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Raising Dead Dreams

Contributed by Joe Jones on Feb 19, 2001

God has a way of taking things in our life that have been dormant and bringing them back to life.

Raising Dead Dreams John 11 11:4 ‘this sickness is not fatal…God will be glorified in this.” Sickness= set-back, obstacle Our set-backs can become our come-backs -this was the response of JC when he heard that Lazarus was in ICU! 11:6-says he stayed there 2 more days! #1 Don’t run off ...read more

Scripture: John 11:4-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be A Good Samaritan

Contributed by Denny Emmons on Feb 20, 2001

Traits on being a Good Samaritan

Title: "How To Be A Good Samaritan" Text: Luke 10:30-35 1. Go To People Who Have A Need 33 But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was. 2. Truly Be Concerned For Hurting People 33 and when he saw him, he took pity on him. 3. Put Action With Your Compassion 34 He went to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Shadow Of A Man

Contributed by David Dailey on Jan 27, 2003

The presence of the Lord in the shadow of a man.

THE SHADOW OF A MAN Acts 5:15. Insomuch that they brought forth the sick, into the streets and laid them on beds and couches, that at the least the shadow of Peter passing by might overshadow some of them. In the Bible we read of many miracles of God; miracles of healing. We read of the woman ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Everybody Is Known For Something Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 31, 2003

1st in a series on the seven Churches in Revelation. Looking at characteristics that help us have a positive presence in our community and in our church.

EVERYBODY IS KNOWN FOR SOMETHING A Study in the Churches of Revelation Revelation 1:19-2:7 INTRODUCTION: “Corporate Identity” is a much sought after commodity in the business world today. It is something really very few obtain to a great degree. Two companies stand out in this area though – The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Positive Presence In The Face Of Persecution Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 10, 2003

2nd in a series on the seven Churches in Revelation. Looking at characteristics that help us have a positive presence in our community and in our church.

POSITIVE PRESENCE IN THE FACE OF PERSECUTION A Study in the Churches of Revelation Revelation 2:8-11 INTRODUCTION: Last week we began our series “Everybody is Known for Something”, and explored what we should be known for based on Christ’s conversation with the church at Ephesus. We found out ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Sensitivity To Spiritual Things Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 14, 2003

3rd in a series on the seven Churches in Revelation. Looking at characteristics that help us have a positive presence in our community and in our church.

EVERYBODY IS KNOWN FOR SOMETHING Sensitivity to Spiritual Things Revelation 2:12-17 REVIEW: Jesus and Knowledge -- Awareness of principles and characteristics the produce a positive image -- Understanding of the process involved for us to have a positive image -- Willingness to take us through ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist