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  • The Least Of These

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Mar 17, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,993 views

    Our Heavenly Father welcomes us regardless of our failures. We can never stray so far that he will not run to us with open arms when we return. And He is honored by our faithfulness.

    “The Least of These” Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32 (Year C Lent 4) ESV Introduction Last year a former homeless man was buried at the prestigious St. John’s Episcopal Church, across from the White House. St. John’s is called the “church of presidents” since nearly every U.S. leader since James Madison has ...read more

  • When Christians Part Series

    Contributed by John Stevenson on Dec 26, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,221 views

    Paul and Barnabas came to a parting of their ways. Was this a good thing or a bad thing? What lessons can we learn?

    WHEN CHRISTIANS PART Acts 15:36-41 Paul and Barnabas had been a team. It had been Barnabas who had first taken the young Paul under his wing. When everyone else in Jerusalem was afraid of the young Christian because of his history of persecuting the church, it was Barnabas who took him and who ...read more

  • What Makes For A Good Christian?

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 16, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,193 views

    What Makes for A Good Christian? 1) One who is watchful and forgiving; 2) One who knows that faith is more portal than power;3) One who realizes that doing God’s will is simply our duty.

    The Major League playoffs are in full swing. Contenders for the World Series title have been narrowed down to four teams. Which of the four teams will win the World Series? The team with the best pitching will win. If you have good pitching, your opponents’ bats will be silenced so that even if you ...read more

  • When The Odds Are Against Us Faith Fights With Courage Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Nov 23, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,507 views

    This message examines the example of David’s faith.

    Leonid Stadnyk, a 37-year-old veterinarian from Podolyantsi in central Ukraine is currently the tallest man in the world. He began to grow rapidly at age 14, when an operation on his brain reportedly stimulated his pituitary gland. He is officially 8 feet 5 inches, wears size 64 shoes and believe ...read more

  • "Free Indeed"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 23, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,759 views

    Sermon preached at community event "Day in the Son" on how to be free from sin and the flesh.

    “Free Indeed!” John 8:31-32,36: “To the ones who had believed him, Jesus said, "If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." “So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” (John 8:36) Thomas Jefferson, writer ...read more

  • Wrestling With Addiction Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Oct 30, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,455 views

    It is time that we stand up and confess we that we are all, by nature, addictive people. It is time that we stand up and confess that our addictions – no matter what they are – are both sinful and harmful (to ourselves, those we love, and society as a

    WRESTLING WITH ADDICTION Part 5 in Series: “Does Anybody Know, Does Anybody Care?” Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, Sunday October 26, 2008 AM INTRODUCTION: Let me tell you the true story of a duke who lived during the fourteenth century named Raynald III. Raynald III lived a life of ...read more

  • Are You Living An Easu Lifestyle?

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 6, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,366 views

    What are your values and priorities? Do they lead you to be blessed by God in an abundant way or a rather skimpy way?

    April, 2007 “Are You Living an Esau Lifestyle?” Genesis 25:27-34 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever wondered why children in the same family who were brought up in the same way can turn out so differently? Maybe one becomes successful in school and the other drops out. Maybe one obeys the laws of the ...read more

  • "Is Your Treasure In Heaven?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 4, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,111 views

    A sermon about focusing on what is important.

    Luke 12:13-34 "Is Your Treasure in Heaven?" Last week, the Times-Free Press had a survey question: "Should the government do more to help poor people of all races?" A recent news story stated that, according to a financial guru, 4 out of every 5 adults in America are living on the edge of ...read more

  • David And Goliath Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 11, 2022
     | 3,153 views

    The story of David and Goliath has come to embody the struggle of the little guy – the underdog – the bullied who takes on the bully and knocks him off his pedestal - vanquishing the baddies from the land.

    November 12, 2022 *** DISCLAIMER *** I did a sermon in 2016 entitled, "Giants", which has been uploaded to this website. Since the story of David and Goliath is so loved, it was requested when we began our "Bible Stories" series. So, here is the 2022 version. ...read more

  • Easter - Doubters Unite!

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 17, 2017
     | 5,427 views

    Easter Worship Celebration! Looking at Easter through the eyes of Doubting Thomas!

    Easter - Doubters April 16, 2017 John 20:19-29 In a closely contested race, the judges called it a photo finish. They looked at the photo to determine the winner, and it was clear that Alfonso crossed the line in first place, just ahead of Samuel. The judges were in total agreement, so the ...read more

  • Jesus On Stewardship

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Apr 30, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,933 views

    This sermon deals with Christian attitudes about money.

    INTRODUCTION None of us would argue that money is a necessity. There is virtually no way we can exist without it, at least not in our economy. Many Americans place a great deal of stock in their money. We feel a certain sense of security when we have money or at least material resources we can ...read more

  • "The Lord Is My Helper, I Will Not Be Afraid.”

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 11, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,731 views

    “The Lord Is My Helper, I Will Not Be Afraid.” 1) Say it with confidence. 2) Live it with competence.

    They say that most people would rather die than give a speech. Is that how you feel as you anticipate standing in front of us this afternoon, Daniel? The thing is you’ll be giving more than a speech; you’ll be confessing your faith. In a little while you will tell us that you would rather die than ...read more

  • The Invocation (Sermon Adapted From Brent Merten) Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 2, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,935 views

    The Invocation reminds us of where we are and who we are.

    How many rituals do you have? How many procedures do you follow on a regular basis? Many of you make a pot of coffee upon waking in the morning or stop at Tim Horton’s because you wouldn’t dare start your day without a caffeine hit. That’s a ritual. Brushing teeth after meals is ...read more

  • When Unity Becomes Toxic

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jun 9, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 9,280 views

    The stories of the Tower of Babel and Pentecost teach us to: 1. Guard against prideful uniformity. 2. Cherish diversity as God's gift, and 3. Look to Christ as the source of our unity

    Genesis 11:1-9 When Unity Becomes Toxic We tend to think of unity as a good thing. Military units aspire for unity. People in public office wish for it. Marriages hope for it. Churches aspire for it. Yet, sometimes supposed unity masks for uniformity, and can quickly slip into pride and ...read more

  • Even The Best Offer Excuses

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 30, 2020
     | 3,595 views

    We have studied the "Veneer of Excuses." Not let us consider that some of God's best students were experts at making the offering of excuses. We must overcome the weakness of excuses. We need to be honest, admit, confess and repent. Being good at excuses will hinder real growth.

    EVEN THE BEST OFFER EXCUSES… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a series on “EXCUSES”. Part one was “The veneer of excuses.” Part two “Even the best offer excuses.” If you do all of this second part it will probably take two parts. Text: Luke 14:18 (a) And they all with one ...read more