Sermons on New Character:

Monday Again? Monday Again!

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

Sermon for Labor Day on a Biblical view of work

MONDAY AGAIN? MONDAY AGAIN! A Biblical View of Work Labor Day Sunday September 2, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee A man in a hot air balloon realized he was lost. He reduced altitude and spotted a woman below. He descended a bit more and shouted, "Excuse me, can you help me? I promised a friend I ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Wesleyan

Be Shrewd!

Contributed by David Trexler on Dec 1, 2007

Jesus is calling us to start using more of our wits, our brains, our craftiness, our shrewdness that we use to secure our position on earth, and start using these same gifts to the glory of God.

Sermon for Luke 16:1-13 September 23rd 2007 What do you think guys and gals? Do you want to stick with the text we are dealt today, or maybe search through the Bible and pick one that perhaps is a little easier, at least not quite as challenging? Because, basically every single commentary, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Spiritual Organization Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 6, 2007

Someone once said, Christians become very unchristian when they get organized.

Spiritual Organization Acts 6:1-7 Intro Someone once said, Christians become very unchristian when they get organized. Some of us here today may agree with that statement. One side of the church is affirming the power of Christ in His church and likes church polity. Others believe the church ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Be An Example

Contributed by David Marks on Oct 3, 2007

Paul’s words to Timothy provide an outline that we as believers should follow in our daily life. The really cool thing is if we follow this simple outline, not only will we be saved, but those who hear what we have to say will also be saved. In other wo

In I Timothy 4:11-16 Paul writes the following to Timothy. Command and teach these things. Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith, and in purity. Until I come devote yourself to the public reading of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Upholding The Man Of God

Contributed by Scottie Allen on Oct 9, 2007

Pastor’s Appreciation Sermon

Exodus 17:8-13 I. Israel attacked by the Amalekites. (A) Amalek was the grandson of Esau. Full of the hate of his forefathers. So the Amalekites, who were actually Israel’s family, came to fight with Israel. The book of Deuteronomy tells us that the attacked the “hindmost…even all that were ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Speaks To Us, Keeps Us Humble

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Oct 13, 2007

God wants us to be humble and listen to His directions. But, pride can get in the way of our obedience.

The story of Naaman Naaman was the commanding general of the Syrian army, a man of great influence and immense importance. He was well respected with his numerous military conquests as well as being the military advisor to King Ben-Hadad. His presence demanded respect, and he earned it through ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: Lutheran

God Speaks To Us, Keeps Us Humble

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Oct 13, 2007

God wants us to be humble and listen to His directions. But, pride can get in the way of our obedience.

God Speaks to Us and Keeps us Humble I. Introduction II. The story of Naaman a. Proud and powerful man, used to the good things in life b. Tainted with leprosy, life changing experience c. Looked to Elisha for help d. Naaman was not treated as he expected e. Submission to God restored his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Be A Blessing Instead Of A Burden Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 30, 2007

in these verses, Paul looks at ways we can either be a blessing or a burden in our churches. The challange is to see which characteristics we possess and which we need to change.

HOW TO BE A BLESSING INSTEAD OF A BURDEN 1 Thessalonians 2:6-12 We were not looking for praise from men, not from you or anyone else. As apostles of Christ we could have been a burden to you, 7 but we were gentle among you, like a mother caring for her little children. 8 We loved you so much that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Ultimate Ride: Transforming Your Family The Wrong Way

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Jan 14, 2008

Many parents TALK about living right and how their children should also, BUT they don’t put feet to their words!

The Ultimate Ride: Transforming Your Family the Wrong Way Last week, we began a 7-week journey and I shared with you some vital Life Lessons from Scripture that not only strengthened your family in the immediate…but for a lifetime. The topic was “Leaving a Legacy,” I brought out a Model A Ford ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:21

Denomination: Baptist

The Negative Expression Of True Religion

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 23, 2008

Jesus came into a world where Judaism emphasized the negatives of the religious life more than the positives. Jesus made an impact on the world then as he does now by his emphasis on a positive response to God and a positive response to the needs of othe

The Negative Expression of True Religion Titus 2:11-14 Intro Jesus came into a world where Judaism emphasized the negatives of the religious life more than the positives. Jesus made an impact on the world then as he does now by his emphasis on a positive response to God and a positive response ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Beauty Queen

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

We use the story of Esther to show how God has placed potential in all of us from the inside out.

Beauty Queen Text: Esther 1 - 9 “Beauty is skin deep, but ugly goes all the way to the bone. Beauty fades, but ugly holds it’s own.” (L. D. Streiker, An Encyclopedia of Humor, Hendrickson Publishers, @1998) ASK: Who are some women that you would say are beautiful? - Esther 2:15 says “. . . ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Live God Aloud

Contributed by Selvan John on Jan 30, 2008

This sermon challenges to view life from the exemplary living of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego.

The theme that I wanted to highlight in this sermon is about how we live and through our living how we proclaim to the others the way we live, that is why I have titled it as, “Live God Aloud.” The scripture that I have taken is from Galatians 1:24 that states, “And they praised God because of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fear Of The Lord Leads To Wholeness

Contributed by Selvan John on Feb 4, 2008

It gives an insight into why we need to fear the Lord and explains three kinds of half-heartedness.

Fear of the Lord, is a very common concept almost all the preachers have spoken on, I am sure even now as you hear me you will feel the same thing. But I want to take you on a different perspective. The fear of the Lord leads to wholeness, I want to get to the key verse, it is found in Deuteronomy ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Are Not Your Own

Contributed by Jeff Poms on Jan 18, 2007

This is a challenging sermon really for any age though designed for youth to realize the importance of the human condition and need for the work of the cross in our lives.

You are not your own A. The Facts 1. Romans 1:19-20 We have to make a choice, God has given us all the facts 2. Romans 3:10 We know we are sinful, and need a Savior 3. John 14:6 We know Jesus is the Only Way to God 4. Romans 10:9 We know Jesus is the only way to be Saved a. Romans 5:10 We are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Vineyard

Standing In A Bowing World

Contributed by Jim Drake on Jan 22, 2007

By recognizing God’s ability and authority, and determining to obey Him, Christians today can refuse the sinful demands of a bowing world.

1. The bowing world (3:8-15) a. The bowing world accused the Hebrew children (3:8- 12) b. The bowing world confronted the Hebrew children (3:13-15) 2. The legs to stand on (3:16-18) a. The Hebrew children stood on the leg of recognition (3:16-17) b. The Hebrew children ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:8-18

Denomination: Baptist