Sermons on Open Rebuke:

In The Last Days Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 19, 2013

In the last days, there will be trouble, but Jesus says that He will be with us and help us overcome them.

In these last days 2 Timothy 3:14-3:17 Introduction- Please turn to 2 Timothy Chapter 3 We continue in our lessons learned from Apostle Paul series. Apostle Paul gives advice, straightens out our difficult thinking, and today in his word to the church offers us a warning and the chance to be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Remeber Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 19, 2013

This message was given at annual meeting to allow th econgregation to remember the focus and purpose of what we do and help others see what the church is to look like.

In these last days 2 Timothy 3:14-3:17 Introduction- Please turn to 2 Timothy Chapter 3 We continue in our lessons learned from Apostle Paul series. Apostle Paul gives advice, straightens out our difficult thinking, and today in his word to the church offers us a warning and the chance to be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Investment Guidelines From The Master - Matt 6:19-21

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 23, 2002

Why It is Important to Store Up for Ourselves Treasures in Heaven Instead of on Earth - Matt 6:19-21

Why It is Important to Store Up for Ourselves Treasures in Heaven Instead of on Earth It is estimated that the United States has 276 billionaires, more than 2,500 households with a net worth exceeding $100 million, 250,000 individuals with a net worth of $10 million, and 500,000 individuals with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breakthrough In Relationships Pt 4 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 8, 2020

Breakthrough is possible in most relationships if we allow the Holy Spirit to teach us key relationship skills. God designed us all to be in relationship with Him and with each other and he will help us get breakthroughs in our relationships if we ask Him for help.

Transition Song: Hurricane by Natalie Grant Our Theme this year - Breakthrough 2020 Thesis: In 2020 we are looking for spiritual breakthroughs in our lives, our relationships, our souls, our families, our church, our school, and our community. This is our vision and prayer! But to get the desired ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:30, 1 Corinthians 3:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What The Blind Man Saw

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Feb 26, 2001

Someone said to Helen Keller, “What a pity you have no sight!” to which she replied, “Yes, but what a pity so many have sight but cannot see!”

Joke: There was a blind man at Wal-Mart the other day. He seemed to be doing alright until he started spinning his dog around his head on its leash. The sales lady ran over and asked, “Can I help you?” To which the blind man replied, “No thanks, I’m just looking around.” Bartimaeus acts like I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43, Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist

Two Peas In A Pod?

Contributed by James Groce on Jul 17, 2002

“Elijah was a man with a nature like ours...”

A. INDENTIFYING WITH BIBLE CHARACTERS 1. What Bible character do you think you identify with more than any other? 2. I hesitate to name any names, because all of the people I would want to resemble were so great in God’s kingdom—like David the “man after God’s own heart”, John the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Yo Jo Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 15, 2000

Joseph’s life demonstrates a person who was a great leader because he learned from his mistakes and was teachable.

Yo Joe! Thesis: Joseph’s life demonstrates a person who was a great leader because he learned from his mistakes and was teachable. He was also adaptable and persevering. His most noted leadership quality was he was forgiving. Key Text: Genesis 37:1-36 Introduction: Background on series on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You Recognize The Messiah?

Contributed by Kevin White on Dec 4, 2000

This is a sermon for communion that points to where our focus should be in all circumstances.

Sermon 03 December 2000 Luke 24:13-35 Do You Recognize the Messiah? The story of Jesus appearing to the two disciples on the road to Emmaus is one of my favorites because it confuses me and it encourages me. It confuses me because Cleopas and his buddy were kept from recognizing Jesus. Why? In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Methodist

Survivor 2: How To Find A Tribe That Won't Vote You Out Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Sep 21, 2002

This is the second message in my SURVIVOR series, focusing upon the way every church ought to be (09-22-2002).

Opening Illustration There was a church in a small town in Tennessee that had a most interesting name. The sign in front of it said “Left Foot Baptist Church.” There was a young man who passed by the building several times, and he always got a good chuckle from the name. Finally, one day when ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Arrogant Ignorance

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

Our text passage this morning is part of the most terrifying collection of words ever put to paper.

Our text passage this morning is part of the most terrifying collection of words ever put to paper. Romans 1:18 - 3:20 is the most stinging indictment in existence of the realities regarding the condition of men and women as they stand before Almighty God. If your picture of God is that of a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

The Deity Of Christ

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus was God in the flesh and fulfilled the calling of the prophets.

The Deity of Christ Hebrews 1:1-12 1 God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, 2 has in these last days spoken to us by His Son, whom He has appointed heir of all things, through whom also He made the worlds; 3 who being the brightness of His ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-12, Colossians 1:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Quitting Is Not An Option - Part #1

Contributed by Ric Freeman on Jul 14, 2003

Satan can’t win unless we quit

Why Quiting Is Not An Option - part #1 July 13, 2003 AM Matthew 14:22-26 Mark 4:36-39 This morning I want to deal with the spiritual implications of quiting -- Or giving up in times of difficulty. Tonight I want to look at the everyday realities of what happens when we quit -- But this morning ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-39, Matthew 14:22-26

Denomination: Charismatic

"Full Armor" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Mar 5, 2004

There is a reason we’re exhorted to put on the FULL armor. Satan has more than one attack plan. (#15 in The Christian Victor series)

“Put on the full armor of God, that you may be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil.” There are a number of stories through history, that impress upon the hearer the importance of full protection in a time of battle. Most of us know the story of the mythical Achilles; the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11

Denomination: Orthodox

Attributes Of God - Complimenatry To Energizer

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 21, 2001

Praises for the attributes of God from complimentary to energizer

90. Complimentary – I praise you Lord as you know how to affirm me by acknowledging the good works you have graciously allowed me to do. “Therefore, judge nothing before the appointed time; wait till the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Face In The Crowd.

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 21, 2003

This message asks; Who would you have been on that first Easter?

Now they call it the via da la Rosa, the way of sorrows, then it was just another street. And as Christ made his way up the crudely paved streets to Golgotha the crowd pushed and shoved to get a glimpse of the one who was called king of the Jews. The way was packed as Jews from all over the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-44, Matthew 27:27

Denomination: Wesleyan