Sermons on No More Excuses:

The Paralysis Of Fear

Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 16, 2011

Many Christians are harangued by Satan’s exaggerated lies and it produces fear and worry whereas trusting in the victorious God gives courage to act.

The Paralysis of Fear* Psalm 91 and Rev. 12:7-12 (Responsive reading From Psalm 91 provided at the end of the sermon) Sermon Objective: Many Christians are harangued by Satan’s exaggerated lies and it produces fear and worry whereas trusting in the victorious God gives courage to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus' Ministry Begins Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 18, 2011

A 32 week series inspired by Max Lucado and Randy Frazee. Sermon 23 looks at the beginning of the ministry of Jesus.

Jesus’ Ministry Begins March 27, 2010 The Story - 23 Well we’re deep into March Madness. For all of you basketball fans, this is a great time of year as we watch game after game, see some young upstart kids make a name for themselves and watch a few upsets along the way. As I was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Son Of A Prostitute Series

Contributed by Timothy Enns on Mar 19, 2012

A look at lessons we can learn from the life of Jephthah from the book of Judges

I. Introduction: Israel is in bad shape again (story) This is the story of Billy Sunday, pro-baseball player and then evangelist. Until Billy Graham, no American evangelist preached to so many millions, or saw as many conversions—an estimated 300,000. In Billy Sunday’s autobiography he ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:1-40

Denomination: Nazarene

Total Surrender Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Mar 20, 2012

God is calling each of us to do as the Roman believers: give ourselves completely to God.

Total Surrender Romans 12:1-2 Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God-- this is your spiritual act of worship. 2 Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Tongue Tamers

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 20, 2012

The tongue is a powerful tool. However, as someone once said, "When it is good there is nothing better but when it is bad there is nothing worse." It's that last part that moves us to understand the importance of taming the tongue.

TONGUE TAMERS James 3:1-12 INTRODUCTION: In northern New Mexico, at around 5 AM on July 16, 1945, the still dark early morning sky became as bright as the noonday sun. In that one blinding flash, the Atomic Age had begun. The atomic fireball shot upwards at 360 feet per second. The characteristic ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Service Required Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Mar 21, 2012

To fulfill the mission from God that He has given us, we have responsibilities that are essential to our being successful. Jesus not only talked about these, but He exampled them for us to follow. One of those responsibilities is for us to serve others.

On a Mission from God – Service Required John 13:1-17 Service is required because it Speaks love to others Teaches Humility to us Leads others by example Slide Good morning. Easter is right around the corner, just 3 weeks away! As we approach the time we celebrate the resurrection of ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pass, Shoot, Score Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 26, 2012

A great basketball player knows where the goal is at and continually practices until his body instinctively know how to put the basket through the hoop. Knowing where the goal is important in any sport... and it’s important in Christianity as well.

OPEN: We opened with a youtube video that highlighted the basketball career of Bill Bradley. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_BJg4rhFNs (24 second begin… 3:25 end) In 1964, Bill Bradley was captain of the Olympic Basketball team that won gold at Tokyo. In 1965, his senior year at Princeton he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christian’s Litmus Test Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 7, 2012

Love is at the core of what it means to be a Christian.

Title: The Christian’s Litmus Test I Text: I John 4:7-21 Thesis: Love is at the core of what it means to be a Christian. (Part 1 - This week I will speak on the love of God for us and next week we will look at Our love for others.) Introduction I am not a scientist but I do remember learning ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dwelling In God's Secret Place

Contributed by James May on Jan 24, 2010

If we desire to have God's best then we need to dwell in His Secret Place - that place nearest to God's heart, where His glory shines brightest.

Dwelling in God’s Secret Place Sunday, January 24, 2010 A.M. By Pastor James May Have you ever had your own little secret place; a place where you could go to get away from it all; a place where you could be alone with your thoughts? Little children often find such a place where they can ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16, Psalm 91:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Your Best Life Now Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 25, 2010

another sermon in the series of vision regarding our commitment to strengthen families

Text: Deut 6:1-25, Title: Your Best Life Now, Date/Place: NRBC, 1/24/10, AM A. Opening illustration: One writer says that Moses indicates our land and our churches will be as our homes are.” Samuel and Susannah Wesley, see below, B. Background to passage: Reminder of the presuppositions that ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom, Prosperity, Or Foolishness

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 27, 2010

Teaching the book of Proverbs verse by verse. Wonderful teach that will produce fruitful living.

Wisdom, Prosperity, or Foolishness Text: Proverbs 16:1-33 The preparations of the heart belong to man, But the answer of the tongue is from the LORD. 2 All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, But the LORD weighs the spirits. 3 Commit your works to the LORD, And your thoughts will be ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:1-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Converting The Wanders ! Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 2, 2010

James, all through his five chapters encourages New Testament Christians to be faithul and to not wander or backslide from the truth and then in his last two verses James gives the exhortation to go after and restore any that may have wandered or backslid

INTRODUCTION 1. Open your bibles to James 5:19&20. 2. These two verses bring us to the end of the book of James. 2. In our study of the book of James we have found his five chapter letter filled with multitudes of different instructions and exhortations to try and get brethren to live ...read more

Scripture: James 5:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#3 Of 3 - Love’s Ultimate Victory Series

Contributed by Jerry Blaxton on Feb 14, 2010

Love’s Ultimate Victory is that we can be in a personal, intimate, love relationship with God through faith in Jesus.

Sermon Handout Series Title: L.U.V. Sermon Title: #3-Love’s Ultimate Victory Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3: 12-18 February 14, 2010 I. M________ had this kind of relationship with God., v. 13 When Moses came away from interaction with God, his F_______ radiated II. We often M________ having ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Sodom & Gomorrah Pt. 2 “a Tale Of Calamity” Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Feb 17, 2010

How does God choose who He gives mercy to? God saves and God judges, and their is consequence for sin even if we are saved.

How does God choose who he shows mercy to? Watching the events in Haiti over the last couple of weeks, you hear of many survivors who have had limbs amputated, others who died quickly and painlessly, still others who slowly and painfully passed away, and then a fellow was pulled out two weeks after ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:12-29

Wake Up Iowa!

Contributed by Kelly Benton on May 10, 2010

I believe we are in the situation that we are in because we have been quiet for far too long. We have not applied biblical principles towards the same sex issue. We have not sounded a clear call and it is time we do.

Wake up Iowa, Same Sex Marriage is Wrong Scripture: Hebrews 13:4 & 1 Corinthians 6:9-10 Date: 11 October 2009 Purpose: I believe we are in the situation that we are in because we have been quiet for far too long. We have not applied biblical principles towards the same ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4

Denomination: Other