Sermons on Next Generation:

The Power Of Prayer, Faith, And Praise

Contributed by David Rogers on Jan 26, 2007

This sermon examines the power of prayer that the faithful can tap into all the time not just in emergencies.

The Power of Prayer, Faith, and Praise 2 Chronicles 20:4-12 Prayer Introduction Jesus taught that we should “always pray and not give up” · Not because God is hard of hearing · Not because God needs to be pestered into answering our requests · Not because God doesn’t want to answer us NO… Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

Problem Renters

Contributed by Carl Willis on Nov 1, 2005

This message is based on parable of the vineyard and the wicked tenants.

Mark 12:1 (NLT) Then Jesus began telling them stories: "A man planted a vineyard, built a wall around it, dug a pit for pressing out the grape juice, and built a lookout tower. Then he leased the vineyard to tenant farmers and moved to another country. The Master Plan  The vineyard ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Put God To The Test Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Sep 30, 2007

The ist in a series of sermons on guidelines to living a more abundant life that God wants us to live. Put God to the test by tithing and observing the benefits of the practice.

Today I am talking about a subject that people don’t like to hear about—I’ll say that up front. Preachers don’t like to talk about tithing and money because we don’t like people’s eyes glazing over or people getting fidgety or you start flip through the hymn book or something. Church members ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10

Denomination: Methodist

Longing Into Living Faith In Action

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jul 27, 2007

This sermon is primarily about faith. It is about what faith is, a longing for something more than this world has to offer. It encourages people to turn that longing into faith and turn that faith into action.

Longing for Something More, Hebrews 11:1 Introduction The story is told of a little boy whose family was very poor. He never complained because he had no toys and received no gifts at Christmas time; but he wished for them. He spent his spare time looking in the store windows at the pretty things ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Christian Church

Understanding The Sin Of Anger Series

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 7, 2007

Parts of this sermon came from others. The idea is to understand the depth of sin in order to appreciate GRACE.

Understanding the SIN of ANGER Matthew 5:21-22/Proverb 6:16ff Last week we discussed the sin of dissension. Like we discovered last week, it is not just the doing but even the thought of sin is just as guilty. In this passage, I want you to notice, that in this passage the Lord covers the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Way Up Is Down Series

Contributed by Steve Miller on Jun 4, 2007

In the Christ’s Kingdom the Way Up is Down: To be the greatest you must become the least, and to be a leader you must become a servant.

The Way Up is Down Matthew 20:20-28 Series: Vertigo: Discovering Your Direction through Service: 1.The Way Up is Down 2.Firm Footing 3.A Little Does a Lot 4.Inside Out Written by Steve Miller, as part of the NRHC Carolina Network (pastor@centergrovebc.org) Introduction: Do you know how if feels ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: *other

In The Garden

Contributed by Lee Henry on Aug 13, 2006

Jesus’ experience in the Garden of Gethsemane is an example to us of the power of prayer.

In the Garden Matt. 26:36-46; Mark 14:32-42; Luke 22:39-46 It has been about three years since Jesus began his ministry in the waters of Jordan. He has taught, healed, inspired, prophesied, challenged and confronted. He has had a last supper with his closest followers and gave them a lesson in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus - The Way Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jun 27, 2006

With 19 words, Jesus answered three questions that human kind have asked for centuries.

Jesus, a.k.a. The Way A Hebrew teacher stood in front of his classroom and said, "The Jewish people have observed their 5,759th year as a people. Consider that the Chinese, for example, have only observed their 4,692nd year as a people. What does that mean to you?" After a moment of silence, one ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Man's Best Friend: A Friend's Day Message

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jun 30, 2006

WHO IS MAN’S BEST FRIEND? It is not a cat! It is not a Dog! Even though my Boston Terrier is truly one of the best friends I have. IT IS THE LORD JESUS.

MAN’S BEST FRIEND: A Friend’s Day Message PSALM 23 Today is our FRIEND DAY. Some of you are here because one of our member asked you to come and be their friend today. We welcome you and we are so thrilled that you chose to share this time with us. I felt that my message today should ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Pushing Through Fears

Contributed by James Powell on Dec 27, 2006

Sermon focused on Graduation.

1. Push on through fears Johnny Carver - As a boy growing up in the country I had heard scary stories about a snake called a "Black Racer" that would chase you. These stories kept me very alert as I walked up and down the gravel roads around where we lived. One day mom asked me to go to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-6

Denomination: Holiness

My Trials, So Hard, Will Soon Be Over

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 3, 2006

Everyone has trouble and the psalmist displays 3 attitudes that will allow God to draw us out of despair.

The Psalmist displays 3 things that will help overcome despair: 1. Passion (42:1) a. There’s a story of a young American engineer who was sent to Ireland by his company. It was a two-year assignment. He had accepted it because it would enable him to earn enough to marry his long-time girlfriend. ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Sound Of The Church

Contributed by Riaan De Villiers on Oct 17, 2003

The glory of God carries a sound and that sound has a message. The church must have a different sound than the world. What is the sound and message of the Church of God?

1 Corinthians 14:7 – 8 1 Samuel 4:1 – 11; 7:2 – 11 I believe that everyone here will agree that every sound carries some sort of message. For instance, if your teenage child slams the door of his/her room, it carries the message of someone that is angry. Or, if you asked your children to wash the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith - God's Priority - Our Blessing

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Oct 18, 2003

Pentecost 19: Many things distract us from the blessings our faith point us toward. But Jesus says to rid ourselves of the things that can harm our faith.

When I first bought my car, it was a joy to keep it up. I washed and cleaned it several times a week. I didn’t like for Sofi or the kids to eat in it. I was careful to park it so that it wouldn’t be damaged by others opening their doors into it. Oil changes were religious experiences. Taking care ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:43-50

Denomination: Lutheran

Only God Knows How

Contributed by Keith Shuler on Nov 3, 2002

God’s plan include; peace, welfare, a future and the ability to hope again despite how present circumstances may be

Only God Knows How Jeremiah 29:10-14 In our society many people are wondering what’s going to happen next. People are making fortunes attempting to predict the future. They’ve made some of their money off Christians.. Cleo, the Jamaican born Floridian, has made countless millions off people in ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Willing?

Contributed by Damien Spikereit on Nov 27, 2000

The persecuted church and the crucified Christ demands a response with our lives.

Introduction - Over the past several months I have told you about much of my family. You have heard about my mother, father and some of my sisters. You have even heard about my grandparents, but I haven't told you about all of my family. - I haven't told you that I have a.... - Brother in Cuba ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ