Sermons on On Guard:

Do Not Depart From The First Love

Contributed by Chew Chew on Aug 7, 2007

A lesson from the Ephesus church

Title: Do not Depart from the First Love Text: Acts 19; Revelations 2:1-5 Introduction After a season of revival, there is a tendency for God’s people to depart from him. This cycle of Revival, Departure, Repentance and Return is repeated again and again in scriptures and even in church history. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The High Cost Of Being Too Busy

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Feb 28, 2004

This message urges each one of us to take a look at our priorities. Are we at peace with God and our self?

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:35 – 43 Title: “The High Cost of Being Too Busy” Introduction: Ahab inherited the kingship over Israel when his father died. Ahab’s name is associated with evil royalty because of the way he lived. Ahab married Jezebel who was even more wicked than him. Ahab set up altars for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:35-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

Deny Yourself Series

Contributed by Matthew Cook on Mar 4, 2005

Denying Self - Following Jesus

Discipleship – Deny Yourself! When you hear the word discipleship, what comes to mind? (Old guys in robes from a long time ago) *Relate the word “discipleship” to discipline – a quality taught in military boot camps. Eleven General Orders 1. To take charge of this post and all government ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

"Making The Right Choices"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 17, 2002

The choices we make can alter our life forever and set us on a course that may last a life time. Don’t misunderstand me! There are some small decisions that are very serious - usually the hasty decisions we make.

Dr. Dennis Deese “MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICES” (The Leader’s Decision Making) 1 SAMUEL 26:1-25 After hearing the subtitle, most would equate this message as a message that applies to the leader’s choices on a corporate or group level. That is, the choices that are made that effect the group that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 26:1-25, 1 Samuel 26:1-26

Chasing After Jesus

Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 31, 2002

What can happen when we "chase after Jesus"?

¡§Chasing After Jesus¡¨ Text: Mark 5:24-34 Open: This woman was ¡§chasing after Jesus¡¨. Are we here today to chase after Jesus? Notice¡K ƒæ NOTICE¡KThe Bible says she ¡§spent all she had¡¨. Have you ever felt that way? You¡¦ve given life everything you¡¦ve got and you¡¦re ¡§spent¡¨ ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:39, Mark 5:24-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Testimony To Forgiveness

Contributed by Richard White on Sep 25, 2002

Peter was a character. He went from fisherman, to Apostle. From Denying Christ to proclaiming Christ. His is a story of what can happen to us when we experience the forgiveness of Jesus.

Text: Luke 22:1-24:12 Narration: I am known by several names, Cephas, Simon, and Peter. I am a fisherman by trade, with my brother Andrew and friends John and James we owned a very lucrative fishing business off the Sea of Galilee. Point 1: Met Jesus through my brother Andrew. John 1:41 Three ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taming The Beast

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003

To learn the why and how about controlling one’s tongue in order to honor God properly with it.

Taming the Beast Text: James 3.1-12 Thesis: To learn the why and how about controlling one’s tongue in order to honor God properly with it. Introduction: (1) Doctor’s office – sticking out your tongue (2) Hence, James deals with this problem in chapter 3. (a) He begin by ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living The Good Life

Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Nov 15, 2009

In Philippians 4:4-9 Paul gives us 5 tips for experiencing an authentic, satisfying Christian life, such as what we envision when we think of the Pilgrim fathers.

Intro. Tell of the old New England tradition of setting five kernels of corn on the plate, on Thanksgiving day and of Governor Bradford giving thanks to God when, one winter, times were lean. Five pointers towards an authentic Christian life. I. Set your sights on God, 4. A. The point is Rejoice ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ready For Trouble

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 9, 2009

Being prepared for the troubles Christians are sure to have

READY FOR TROUBLE I Peter 3:13-17 Sunday, August 16, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee We spoke this morning about trouble coming. Tonight, we’re going to look at the basic things that will prepare us and sustain us in the day of trial. When’s the last time you had something happen and you questioned ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

"The Unconscious Hypocrites”

Contributed by Keith Tankersley on Jul 7, 2009

People say they do not want to go to our church because of all the hypocrites. Is it possible to go through life not knowing that our lifestyle portrays hypocrisy? Could we in fact be "an unconscious hypocrite?"

“The Unconscious Hypocrites” Matthew 7:15-20 The remainder of Chapt. 7 has one message; walking through the “strait or narrow gate & staying on the path! On this journey, we are shown some of the hindrances, obstacles, or pitfalls one might encounter. We are shown 2 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Matthew 6 – Part 10 – On Gulping And Leaping Into The Unknown? Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Feb 7, 2010

I seek to serve His purposes no matter what and He will supply for me. Now that takes faith, for me at least. I have to gulp and leap into the unknown.

Matthew 6 – Part 10 – GULPING AND LEAPING INTO THE UNKNOWN? Last time I mentioned that I don’t have any paid employment at present. Moving to Sydney has been a step of faith. We have limited resources for the future. Our possessions fit into a garage. I am excited about what God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 11 - Matthew 10:11-13 - Shalom - Superglue For The Soul! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on May 14, 2010

I work in a building called THE SHALOM CENTRE in Sydney. Recently Kathryn, a Jewish girl said she found it unusual that we would call a building Shalom, since it is a Jewish term for saying HI AND GOODBYE.

Part 11 - Matthew 10:11-13 - SHALOM - SUPERGLUE FOR THE SOUL! I work in a building called THE SHALOM CENTRE in Sydney. Recently Kathryn, a Jewish girl said she found it unusual that we would call a building Shalom, since it is a Jewish term for saying HI AND GOODBYE. It literally means "PEACE BE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Art Of War (The Battle Begins Once You Accepted Christ)

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on May 22, 2010

How to win the battle against sin and flesh

THE ART OF WAR (The battle begins once you accepted Christ) Exo 17:8 The Amalekites came and attacked the Israelites at Rephidim. Exo 17:9 Moses said to Joshua, Choose some of our men and go out to fight the Amalekites. Tomorrow I will stand on top of the hill with the staff of God in my ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Waiting On The Lord

Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 21, 2009

A review of Psalm 130- how repentance restores our hope in the Lord.

Psalm 130 INTRODUCTION: Psalm 130 is one of seven Penitential Psalms consisting of confession of sin, repentance, and a desire to return to God. Five of the seven were written by David. This one is said to be written by Hezekiah Verses 1-2 The Psalmist declares where he is at in his life. He is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 130:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Responding To Opposition Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 5, 2012

THE PASSAGE BEFORE US THIS MORNING IS THE RESULT OF ACTIVITIES IN THE PREVIOUS CHAPTER. IF YOU WERE TO FLIP THE PAGE BACK INTO CHAPTER 3, YOU WOULD SEE THAT PETER AND JOHN, WHILE WALKING UP TO THE TEMPLE, ENCOUNTER A MAN WHO CANNOT WALK, AND THROUGH THE

RESPONDING TO OPPOSITION ACTS 4:16-22 Proposition: OUTWARD OPPOSITION NEEDS TO BE RESISTED AS A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST. Introduction: THE PASSAGE BEFORE US THIS MORNING IS THE RESULT OF ACTIVITIES IN THE PREVIOUS CHAPTER. IF YOU WERE TO FLIP THE PAGE BACK INTO CHAPTER 3, YOU WOULD SEE THAT PETER AND ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:16-22

Denomination: Baptist