Sermons on Open Minded:

Doing Good Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012

The need to do good

Titus 3:1-8 October 30, 2011 Turn with me this morning to the book of Titus, chapter 3. I trust that by now you have learned where the book of Titus in located - in the middle of the NT, right after 1 & 2 Timothy, and right before Philemon and Hebrews. This letter is written by the Apostle ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Teamwork Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012

The need for teamwork

Teamwork - Titus 3:12-15 - November 13, 2011 ** Start with Johnny & Chachi “Teamwork” movie I hope this morning that you love “teamwork” more than “all getout”, just like Chachi. We want to talk about teamwork today, and to do that, I’d like you to turn ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discover The Name Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 13, 2011

Does simply claiming the name of Christ make you a Christian?

Do you like your name? And if you do now did you always like your name? As a teenager how did you feel about it? I heard two Jr. High girls talking in a mall once and one asked “Do you like your name?” To which the other replied, “No I hate my name” and the first girl ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-39

Denomination: Wesleyan

Zechariah’s Prayer – Because It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2011

True freedom to speak is the freedom to speak freely of God and His great plan Zachariah a - Christmas series message

Luke 1:67-80 Intro: Letters that children wrote to Santa Claus. "Dear Santa, you did not bring me anything good last year. You did not bring me anything good the year before that. This is your last chance. Signed, Alfred." One went like this: "Dear Santa, there are three little boys who live ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-80

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Interesting Genealogy Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Nov 24, 2011

Jesus' genealogy as recorded by Matthew has a sudden surprise at the end!

The Gospel of Matthew Chapter 1 verses 1-17. Genealogies. Who likes genealogies? Who is into tracing their genealogy? You know, tracing one’s genealogy has become quite popular. But I’ve noticed something about Australians when we trace our genealogies – or perhaps it’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

God's View Of World Empires Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 1, 2011

A study of the book of Daniel chapter 7 verses 1 through 7

Daniel 7: 1 – 7 God’s View Of World Empires 1 In the first year of Belshazzar king of Babylon, Daniel had a dream and visions of his head while on his bed. Then he wrote down the dream, telling the main facts. 2 Daniel spoke, saying, “I saw in my vision by night, and behold, the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:1-7

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Loudmouth Lamech Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 8, 2011

Usually pride is sneaky, an unannounced motive, but in our passage we see raw blantant pride for all to see.

Intro: 1. William Ernest Henley's poem "Invictus" ("Unconquered") is drenched with the spirit of Cain: Out of the night that covers me, Black as the Pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch of circumstance I have not winced nor cried ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

A Dose Of Reality. Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 20, 2011

Abraham's testimony

Intro: 1. I had the priviledge of hearing my friend Sam Moore preach the other day. I remember having to preach a sermon on Circumsion and having a hard time finding an introduction. He said, "Ah, just ask all those who have been circumcised to raise their hands!" 2. Well maybe we could ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Share M & M's! Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 8, 2012

Even secular 'experts' know that people need faith, hope, and love - three things Christianity uniquely offers.

“Building Quality Relationships: With the World – Share M & M’s!” Eph. 5:8-14; 1Cor. 12:27-13:13 A renowned pastor was reflecting on a conference where the main speakers were psychologists and psychiatrists. One had spoken about people’s desperate need to have ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Anatomy Of A Happy Home Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 10, 2012

Through today’s bible study we are going to see what the anatomy of a happy home is and that is important because the American home is in desperate need of repair. I believe statistics show that more than 50% of marriages end in divorce. That leads to si

The Anatomy of a Happy Home Acts 10:1-8, 19-25 Introduction Through today’s bible study we are going to see what the anatomy of a happy home is and that is important because the American home is in desperate need of repair. I believe ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Response Of Saving Faith-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 31, 2012

4 of ? The Hebrews writer recounted the very practical responses which faith had wrought in their forebears/ancestors. Saving faith yields practical responses to life. Saving faith meets life’s challenge with...

A RESPONSE Of SAVING FAITH-IV—Hebrews 11:3-40 Attention: Faith’s response to life’s challenges. Prisoner Alert 07/06/2012: Asia Bibi, a 37-year-old Pakistani woman from the village of Ittanwali, was arrested by police on Friday, June 19, 2009. Asia (also called Asia Noreen) is the wife of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Embracing Change: A Life Transforming Walk With Jesus Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 4, 2012

Although change is not always fun, it is something that Jesus wants his followers to embrace as we are being transformed in this likeness in character and behavior.

Title: Embracing Change: A Life Transforming Walk with Jesus Text: John 3:3; II Corinthians 5:17; and Philippians 1:6 Thesis: Although change is not always fun, it is something that Jesus wants his followers to embrace as we are being transformed into the likeness of Christ in character and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ugly Praise

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jan 17, 2012

Sometimes life puts you in hard places, and you hurt and you cry: but never forget that God is worthy of your praise (Even if all you have is an Ugly Praise) give it to God, and watch what he does.

Gen 37:18-19 Jer 38:12 When we read the story of Joseph there are some things that cannot be denied, because the scripture makes it clear that: *Joseph was chosen by God * Joseph was anointed by God *Joseph had a destiny given by God * Joseph was favored by God * Joseph was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-19, Genesis 37:23-24, Genesis 37:1-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Messiah And Failing Forward Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 23, 2012

Even when we walk away from Jesus He will not give up on us.

The Messiah and Failing Forward Text: Matt. 26:31-35 Introduction 1. It is the expressed purpose both corporately and individually of New Life Assembly of God Church to: a. Worship: We were created to worship our Lord and Creator in spirit and in truth (John 4:23-24). b. Witness: We have been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-35

Denomination: Methodist

A Step Into Hope Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Feb 5, 2012

Each one of us is on a Journey. At certain points in our journey each of us face decisions, a crossroad if you will. Which way will we go? In what direction will the next step we take be? Often it is at these crossroads of life that the Lord meets us

Steps along Life’s Journey A Step into Hope - Sermon 1 John 4:4-29, 39-42 Intro Slide I just had my birthday this past week. I turned 46. Not to be morbid, but as I look ahead, I realize that most likely I am more than half way through my earthly life. Birthdays for me are times when I take a ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-28, John 4:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational