Sermons on Obedience And Transformation:

Give Up Hope

Contributed by John Covell on Oct 17, 2001

My goal is for you to become hopeless-give up hope of changing the past, give up hope of changing what others have done to us, and give up hope of changing ourselves.

Hopeless. Have you ever felt like that? Totally without hope? You tried everything you could think of, you’re at the end of your rope, with no more solutions in sight and you wonder—am I hopeless? Now, I hope that the video and the actors didn’t make you think we’re down on counseling—we’re not. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:21-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Esther: Maximizing Ministry Potential Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 26, 2003

One of the most exciting stings in all of literature is found in a true story that has been preserved for us in the Bible. It contains some romance and a lot of action and has a plot that contains more twists than a treacherous mountain road. If you’re

Esther: Maximizing Ministry Potential Beth and I enjoy watching movies but we don’t always like the same kind. She usually prefers the love stories while I go for the action-oriented ones. On rare occasions, we find a movie that has both romance and action. Actually, even though I often make a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Issue

Contributed by Matt Schuler on Oct 21, 2004

At times the church can be focused on too many "issues" and its desire to prove itself right. But what should we really be focused on? What is The Real Issue?

John 5:37-39 And the Father who sent me has himself testified concerning me. You have never heard his voice nor seen his form, nor does his word dwell in you, for you do not believe the one he sent. You diligently study the Scriptures because you think that by them you possess eternal life. These ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Freedom From Darkness

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Jul 29, 2004

A demon posessed girl is set free.

Freedom from Darkness Acts 16:16 – 16:40 Jeff Hughes – October 19, 2003 Calvary Chapel Aggieland I. Introduction a. Paul and Silas finally got over to Macedonia from Galatia last week, as we continue our journey through Acts. They were faced with many trials and difficulties along the way, but ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Thankful Heart

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 28, 2002

what it means to have a thankful heart

Dec. 3, 2000 Colossians 3:15-17 “A thankful heart” INTRODUCTION Eight things to be thankful for: Be grateful... * for automatic dishwashers. They make it possible to get out of the kitchen before the family comes in for their after-dinner snacks. * for husbands who attack small ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

"Be United Not Divided" 1 Cor. Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 20, 2008

We need to united in Christ not divided in Christ! The church was formed by Christ to serve one another and not to focus on ourselves. The church is not about me but about the message of Jesus and about service to the Kingdom of God!

“Be united not divided!” Thesis: We need to united in Christ not divided in Christ! The church was formed by Christ to serve one another and not to focus on ourselves. The church is not about me but about the message of Jesus and about service to the Kingdom of God! Introduction to the book of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-31

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

Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Oct 24, 2006

In this message we will learn how to give thanks to God. And we will see that Thanksgiving is a spiritual discipline.

Give Thanks… The Life – part 7 Today is the one year anniversary of an incredible day at Central. The Sunday before Thanksgiving last year was the day of our miracle offering. It was an awesome day… After almost a year of planning we as a body brought our cash offering and our 3 year ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mystery Man With No Room Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 14, 2004

Today we move to an unnamed mystery man. We established that the first verses in Matthew’s gospel are perhaps the most neglected in the New Testament; and this morning we’re going to look at one of the most widely known sections of Scripture.

Three years ago I began a message with a Christmas Quiz. I recently came across some additional questions to test our knowledge of the Nativity. 1. Jesus was born in what town? a. Jerusalem b. Nazareth c. Bethlehem d. Milwaukee 2. Why didn’t Joseph and Mary stay at the inn? a. It was too ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Major Adjustments (Conversion Of Paul)

Contributed by Ken Ritz on Dec 30, 2005

The conversion of Paul demonstrates the adjustments, or changes, that God wants to make in our lives.

Major Adjustments (Paul’s Conversion) Acts 9:1-9 If you have your bibles, turn to Acts chapter 9. We’re continuing in our series on the top ten bible stories, which you all selected a few weeks ago, and today we’re looking at our first story from the new testament, the story of the Apostle Pauls ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9, Acts 9:10-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Love? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 13, 2010

Why did God choose the way of love? Because it’s a powerful force in the universe because it’s who He is! It’s His nature.

Why Love? Series: Why? Opening Video: Real Love from sermonspice. Thesis: Why did God choose the way of love? Because it’s a powerful force in the universe because it’s who He is! It’s His nature. ST. VALENTINE'S STORY TOLD IN HIS WORDS: Let me introduce myself. My name ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Weapon God Supplies Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 8, 2009

The words of the Word are the sword God has given to each Christian to defend the territory assigned. We must learn the Word and employ the Word, if we will successfully resist the evil one.

“Take … the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.” God’s Word is the sole weapon provided to His people to enable them to fulfil His charge to stand firm on the ground that He won through sacrifice. Whenever we think of the Bible, we seldom think of it in militaristic terms. However, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2 : Truncated History Series

Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Dec 10, 2009

A very truncated look at the history of christianity. This message presupposes that many people believe restoration history bypasses the reformation and catholicism. However, it is unhealthy to not acknowlege our past. Instead we ought to embrace it.

HISTORY: Very, Very Truncated. “In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom he made the universe.” Hebrews 1:1 In trying to better ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Captivated By My Lover

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 13, 2011

Though increasingly neglected in this day, marriage is given by God for the benefit of mankind. Undoubtedly we find pleasure in marriage, but there is so much more for all who will honour God through the marriage relationship.

“Drink water from your own cistern, flowing water from your own well. Should your springs be scattered abroad, streams of water in the streets? Let them be for yourself alone, and not for strangers with you. Let your fountain be blessed, and rejoice in the wife of your youth, a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 5:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

That Monday Morning Feeling.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010

Parable of the ten minas. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Luke chapter 19 verses 11-27. • Most people find Mondays depressing. • We talk about those “Monday morning blues”. In fact, here’s a useless or scary piece of information: • There is a higher chance of having a heart attack on Monday; • Than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Brethren