Sermons on Nowness:

Be Imitators Series

Contributed by George Yates on Oct 10, 2006

Once lost in sin, now Christ has saved us and put a new nature in us. We must renounce our former state and by grace and the Spirit we must choose to be imitators of Christ and soar as His chosen people.

EPHESIANS 5:1-7 October 8, 2006 New Covenant EPC “BE IMITATORS” Body Life The Book of Ephesians I. The stamp on an object tells a lot about its maker. A. Too often it says, made in China or made in Taiwan. 1. It is reassuring when a well made product is stamped with Made in the USA. 2. Most ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

#11 -- Sin Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 17, 2006

We need acknowledge our sin for what it is and let this bring us before God, we need to realize that only God can forgive and restore, and that we do this right now--there is no need to wait, for God is waiting for us!

Introduction There is a story about the late American President Calvin Coolidge going to church on a Sunday when his wife was unable to attend with him. When he returned from the service in the afternoon she wanted to know what the pastor preached about. Coolidge told her, “Sin.” Thinking that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 130:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Scripture- What A Wonderful Tool Series

Contributed by Neil Partington on Jan 30, 2006

The mission field use to be outside of the US, but now the mission field is in our own back yards. Teaching our congregation the basics of scripture will impower and enrich our faithful families. Let’s look at the basics of God’s Word.

This morning, we are going to tackle the second "Christian Survival 101 topic: Scripture. I fully recognize that we could talk about scripture all day long and still not scratch the surface of this topic. My goal this morning is to look at what scripture is, try to understand what Paul wrote in his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17, 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sign Seekers Suffocate Salvation Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on May 7, 2007

The opposition then and now wants signs from Christ before they can proclaim Him as their Lord. He refuses to give any more signs of who He is because He has given all the signs that are necesssary for anyone to beleive in Him.

MARK 8:11-13 SIGN SEEKERS SUFFOCATE SALVATION I.THE SEEKERS:* A. The Spurious. B. The Sages. C. The Sophisticated. II. THE SAVIOUR: ** A. The Sorrow. B. The Supplication. C. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:11-13

Denomination: Methodist

Worship

Contributed by Bill Naugle on Jan 16, 2007

“The hour is come and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth; for the Father is looking for such to worship Him. God is Spirit; and they that worship Him must worship in spirit and in truth.” John 4:23-24

Biblical Worship “The hour is come and now is, when the true worshipers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth; for the Father is looking for such to worship Him. God is Spirit; and they that worship Him must worship in spirit and in truth.” John 4:23-24 1. The time is now - ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Sign, Sign, Everywhere A Sign Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jun 23, 2007

Even though He will have face-to-face confrontations with the Pharisees from time to time after this, where we are now is a critical juncture in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ, especially as it pertains to His relationship with the spiritual leader

Jesus And The Forbidding Pharisees – Part 5 Matthew 12:22-45 Sign, Sign, Everywhere A Sign Matthew 12:38-45 As we draw near the end of our study in Matthew 12, I thought it might be a good time for an overview. When we move into Matthew 13, the entire timber of Jesus’ teaching changes as He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The World Is Saved By Its Good Looks

Contributed by Rob Guenther on Jun 26, 2007

Even though we once looked hideous to God in our sin, when we look to God and to Christ in faith, we look perfect and holy. Now we look for opportunities to hold up Jesus to be clearly seen by others.

The World is Saved by Its Good Looks Sermon based on Isaiah 45:22 Sunday, June 24, 2007 – Pentecost 4C (Evangelism 4) A church member canvassing the neighborhood came to one door and asked the attractive woman who answered if she was saved. “Yup,” the woman answered, “I sure am.” “Well, how do you ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:22

Denomination: Lutheran

Thanksgiving 101

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 15, 2007

Maybe you are having difficulty right now being thankful. Maybe you have forgotten what to be thankful for… so, we are going to look at Psalm 100 today which is a very simple passage about giving thanks.

THANKSGIVING 101 PSALM 100:1-5 INTRODUCTION… Sermon Spice Video “What are you thankful for?” (3:48) ILLUSTRATION… Go into the congregation and ask what they are thankful for (10 minutes?) We have been talking about being thankful and what we are thankful for… but maybe you are not sure why you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 101:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Simple Sailors Seek Solutions Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Mar 14, 2008

Jonah had run out of "wiggle room." He had run, slept, hid and remnained out of sight long enough. Now he stood before seasoned sailors who, in kindness and sympathy demanded an explanation from him.

JONAH 1:8 SIMPLE SAILORS SEEK SOLUTIONS I. SIMPLE-NESS: A. Superstitious. B. Sensible. C. Steady. II. SINCERITY: A. Seekers. B. Scrupulous. C. Sympathetic. III. SEASONED: A. Sagacity. B. Sensitivity. C. Saddened. The scene on the high Mediterranean Sea centuries ago was not one ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Best That God Has Series

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 20, 2008

God’s plan for you is ALL good! You can arise now and say, "I am God’s best". Dr. Hughes challenges you to take a leap of faith and believe that God made you His best.

I sense a destiny in your life because you are valuable to God. God wants you to prosper and have success in your life. He has a plan that only you can accomplish and fulfill. You are created with God’s best material! You were born for GREATNESS! You were created for health, not sickness; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Most Powerful Force Man Ever Created Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 24, 2008

"No human being can tame the tongue." Now, that is a sobering thought! James confronts us as believers, calling us to account for our speech. The message reviews the destructive power of the tongue, with encouragement to change how we often speak.

JAMES 3:1-12 THE MOST POWERFUL FORCE MAN EVER CREATED “Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness. For we all stumble in many ways. And if anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able also to ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping Prayer In Perspective Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jun 8, 2008

Think for a moment about what it would be like to be blind. No vision of blue skies, wind-blown trees, loved ones, favorite movie. Close yours eyes for a moment right now. Notice the absence of things. Notice all that is missing.

Keeping Prayer in Perspective Matthew 20:29-34 As we come to the end of our study in Matthew 20, we find a short story that is included in three of the four gospels. Keeping in mind our general rule of thumb that whenever the Bible tells us something three times it is of major significance, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:29-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Whipping The Slave Again

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Mar 15, 2005

Does the one talent slave deserve another whipping? He did hide the master’s talent. But why did he hide it? Fear cripples. So God is going to work through the Gentiles now. Take that Pharisees.

WHIPPING THE SLAVE AGAIN TEXT: MATTHEW 25:14-30 THEME: AN FALSE VIEW OF GOD CAUSES A LACK OF SERVICE. Should we give the one talent slave in Matthew 25:14-30 another whipping? We can get the whip out and provide another lashing for his lack of faithful service to his master. We can beat ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:15-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Strong Progression

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Dec 2, 2003

The base of our study is always Actes chap.2, and particularly the v.42. They persevered in the teaching of the apostles, in the fraternal communion, the fraction of the bread, and the prayers. Now let us see what Paul, would have liked to see of better,

Une Ferme Progression II La base de notre étude est toujours Actes chap.2, et particulièrement le v.42. AIls persévéraient dans l’enseignement des apôtres, dans la communion fraternelle, dans la fraction du pain, et dans les prières.@ Maintenant voyons ce que Paul, aurait aimé voir de mieux, au ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Father Abraham

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Jun 28, 2004

FAther Abraham is the father of many nations. Even we, who have been grafted into the vine are now Abraham’s heirs. Because of that all the precious promises God made to Abraham are ours today. REach out and take one.

Father Abraham Pastor Jamie Wright * Maranatha Fellowship Church * 06-20-04 Father’s Day Genesis 12:1-5 1 Now the Lord had said to Abram: "Get out of your country, From your family And from your father’s house, To a land that I will show you. 2 I will make you a great nation; I will bless you ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational