Sermons on Not Making Friends:

"So, What Are You Waiting For?" Series

Contributed by Scott Ptak on Dec 7, 2002

Series of three sermons about living life with passion toward God, our families and our friends.

Stonebriar Community Church Rev.Scott Ptak Sermon Outline November 10, 2002 “So, What are you waiting for?” Introduction One of the things I’ve long realized the potential for, but have recently felt in my own life on an ever-growing scale, is my disconnection and waning passion regarding some ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, Revelation 3:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Fair Weather Christians Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Mar 25, 2009

Like fair weather friends, fair weather Christians only serve God when the going is easy.

Fair Weather Christians Job 2 (Series: Serving God in Difficult Times) Has anyone heard the phrase “Fair Weather Friend”? Can you tell me what it means? OK lets apply it to Christians walk with the Lord. What do you think a fair weather Christian would be? Lets examine the second chapter in ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Four Of A Kind Beats A Full House

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 1, 2014

In poker, the odds determine the winning hand. This same scenario played out in Christ's life: four of a kind beat the challenge of a full house. Four friends were able, against all obstacles and hindrances, to get their friend to Jesus. May we love thus!

FOUR OF A KIND BEATS A FULL HOUSE Mark 2:1-2:12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Speeding Stories 1. a. Kimberly Owen’s husband was driving home from work when he was pulled over for not wearing a seatbelt. Two days later, he received the same ticket from the same cop. b. The officer said, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Making Your Vessel Fit For Higher Things 2 Tim 2:20-21 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 22, 2013

Our character is not set by genetics or the failures or mistakes of the past. We have a CHOICE. We can CHANGE. We can become someone capable of containing God and accomplishing His purposes.

2 Timothy 2:20 In a large house there are articles not only of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay; some are for noble purposes and some for ignoble. 21 If a man cleanses himself from the latter, he will be an instrument for noble purposes, made holy, useful to the Master and prepared to do ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-21

Denomination: *other

Christian Or Disciple 2

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 18, 2009

This is the second part of a message that looks at what makes a disciple

Last week we started to take a look at what being a disciple looked like, We discovered that the word Christian came from the original word Χριστιανός or Christianŏs and it originally showed up in Acts 11:26 where we read It was at Antioch that ...read more

Scripture: John 8:28-36

Denomination: Wesleyan

No Room For Sin: The Connection Between Christmas And Repentance Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 22, 2025

Jesus did not come merely to decorate our lives; He came to disrupt our sin, call us to repentance, and redeem us by His blood. If Christmas does not lead us to repentance, we have misunderstood it.

No Room for Sin: The Connection Between Christmas and Repentance Christmas Without Repentance Is Just a Sentiment Christmas is one of the most celebrated seasons in the world. Lights, carols, food, family, nostalgia. But Scripture confronts us with a sobering truth: the first Christmas was not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7, Matthew 3:2, Mark 1:15, Isaiah 1:18, John 1:14, Revelation 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding And Joining The Church God Has For You Might Make You Feel Uncomfortable. Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on May 23, 2020

When we look for a church to attend and to make it our home church, we wants something that feels right; a place that we are made to feel comfortable.

Introduction When we look for a church to attend and to make it our home church, we wants something that feels right; a place that we are made to feel comfortable. And what we are saying to ourselves is that we want a place where the people are more like us than different from us. Think about it. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The 4 Points: #4: I Need To Make A Choice. Story: Thomas & The Resurrection

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 31, 2024

THE 4 POINTS: #4: I Need to Make a Choice. Story: Thomas & the Resurrection - John chapter 20 verses 24-29 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Thomas the absentee (vs 19 & 24). (2). Thomas the cynic (vs 25a). (3). Thomas the confessor (vs 26-28). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Some people are household names: • You know who they are, and what they do or are famous for. • e.g. Ronaldo - Football • e.g. Picasso - ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Brethren

Focusing On The Balanced Attributes Of God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

A famous hymn writer wrote, "Jesus my Savior, brother, friend, my prophet, priest and king.

A famous hymn writer wrote, "Jesus my Savior, brother, friend, my prophet, priest and king. My Lord, my life, my way, my end accept the praise I bring. Jesus, my Lord, my King, my hope, my power and everything. When I see Thee as Thou art, accept the praise I bring. When we are able to appreciate ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Is In The House!

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 10, 2014

I believe that it’s good to have friends who will go the extra mile for you.

Way back in the 90s, I had to preach the funeral of a man I never met. The funeral home called and asked if I would perform the service since I was the pastor of the church, where he was to be buried. I found out something very interesting about the man, as I spoke with the family members. It seems ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Hands Lifted To The Lord Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 2, 2018

There is a spiritual battle going on in our world and our own relatives and friends are being attacked; are we praying?

Let us continue our worship of God by continuing our study of the Book of Exodus. Please open your Bibles to Exodus 17….. By the way, we will celebrate Communion next week instead of today. We have been following the Hebrews now freed from Egypt and led and provided for my God. We have noted how ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Greatest Thing Every Man Or Woman Should Avoid Series

Contributed by Isaiah Banjo on Oct 11, 2020

Avoid casual LOOK Friends, it is key to your salvation. What you look at is what you become.

Hello Friends, Avoid casual LOOK, it may lead to casual Thought Avoid casual THOUGHT, it may lead to casual Touch Avoid casual TOUCH, it may lead to casual Kiss Avoid casual KISS, it may lead to casual Sex Avoid casual SEX, it may lead to casual Pregnancy Avoid casual PREGNANCY, it may lead to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Extreme Dream 2018 Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Samuel Stephens on Dec 30, 2017

A series to inspire people to dream, defend against negative forces from friends and family to trust in GOD

“Dream Extreme in 2018” PT 1 Don’t bring a small mind from 2017 to worship a BIG GOD in 2018! It is important to Dream! Our Dreams give us energy and thrust to live life! A good dream can put pep in your step! A good dream can cause you to see past your problems and into the possibilities of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Doug And Charity Marriage Vow Renewal

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 8, 2024

This was a ceremony that I was privileged to be a part of as two of my dearest friends renewed their marriage vows to one another.

Me: Father, we acknowledge your Presence today as we gather to celebrate along with your children, Doug and Charity, 29 years of marriage. Lord, as they repledge today their sacred vows to one another, please let us have an awareness of Your Holy Spirit here and now. You are the Great I AM, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Are Some Of The Considerations We Should Make In Relating To People Of Different Economic Classes?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The following are some Biblical solutions for overcoming the problems involved in relating to different people of different ECONOMIC CLASSES: 1.

The following are some Biblical solutions for overcoming the problems involved in relating to different people of different ECONOMIC CLASSES: 1. Ask for the Lord's help in overcoming any tendency to show favoritism to your own people. James wrote, "My brothers, as believers in our glorious Lord ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational