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  • Surprise Endings: When? Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 6, 2019
     | 5,485 views

    We might think Christ will judge us based on our correct doctrine, faithful church attendance, or moral behavior. But in our text Jesus offers a different standard: our response to the needy people of this world - the least of these.

    Surprise Endings: WHEN? Matthew 25:31-46 Introduction We are at the end of our four-part sermon series called Surprise Endings. This parable is different in some ways. It does not begin with “the Kingdom of heaven is like” - leading some to believe it is not specifically a parable. It is the ...read more

  • An Evil Plan

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 27, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,741 views

    The history of mankind is filled with various attempts to destroy the people of Israel.

    A Study of the Book of Esther “An Evil Plan” Esther 3:1-15 The history of mankind is filled with various attempts to destroy the people of Israel. For ...read more

  • The Secret Of Contentment In God's Service

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 4, 2014
     | 7,518 views

    Elusive as a will 'o the wisp, contentment is the heritage of God's people. Paul provides practical instruction for believers to find contentment in their service to Christ.

    “I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I ...read more

  • I'll Fly Away! (Funeral Service)

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 27, 2006
    based on 71 ratings
     | 17,458 views

    A funeral service for one of the deacons in our church.

    1 CORINTHIANS 15:54 ‘When the perishable has been clothed with the imperishable, and the mortal with immortality, then the saying that is written will come true: “Death has been swallowed up in victory.” Today, we gather here to remember one of our Christian brothers; Don McDuffey. Don ...read more

  • The Church Ond Our Faith

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 30, 2015
     | 3,778 views

    Jesus builds the church, we are called to disciple God's people. Lets see where faith and service meet together in what we call the church.

    The Church and our faith Matthew 16:13-19 Introduction- Last week we looked at finding purpose in your life. The writer of Ecclesiastes Solomon said that all things outside of God were meaningless in the great scheme of things. Pleasures and things are temporary. The only way you find ...read more

  • Let Our Behavior Be Guided By The Spirit

    Contributed by Carl Benge on Jul 2, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,799 views

    Beginning Service of Ministry in a new congregation Teaching on how are actions need to be guided by God. Fruits of the SPirit

    Today marks the beginning of a new church year. This new year will be filled with many things for us as we go forth in ministry together. Though we cannot be certain of what lies ahead of us, we can accept that there may be challenges along the way. We know there will surely be many blessings ...read more

  • A Messiah Who Sends Part 2: Expecting Opposition Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 25, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,552 views

    In following Jesus, we sign up for both his suffering and his victory.

    A Messiah Who Sends Part 2: Expecting Opposition Text: Matt. 10:16-23 Introduction 1. Illustration: John Stott wrote, “I could never believe in God, if it were not for the cross… In the real world of pain, how could one worship a God who was immune to it? I have entered many ...read more

  • Living With Purpose: A Call To Faithful Service

    Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 6, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,929 views

    In these verses, the apostle Peter provides us with valuable insights on how to live with purpose and fulfill our calling as faithful servants of God. Let us dive into the Word of God and discover five essential points for living a life of significance.

    I. The Urgency of the Times "But the end of all things is at hand..." (1 Peter 4:7a) The first point we find in this passage is the urgency of the times. Peter reminds us that the end of all things is near. As believers, we should be aware that our time on this earth is limited, and we ...read more

  • "Online Versus In-Person Service”

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Oct 12, 2020
     | 4,680 views

    After more than six months, our congregation enjoys the convenience of online services, would that create a new habit that will continue even after the pandemic ends? Can on-line replace in-person Sunday service?

    “Online Versus In-Person Service” Opening: A 2019 survey published by Erin Duffin on Jan 17, 2020, showed 23 percent of Americans attend a church or synagogue every week, 10% almost every week, and 12% at least once a month. So, 45% ...read more

  • "How To Be Ready For Our Lord's Return”

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 4, 2019
     | 9,350 views

    Followers of Christ need to make shre we are ready for His return.

    On Tuesday of the last week of our Lord’s life, as He and His disciples were leaving the temple, one of them said, “Look Teacher! What massive stones ! What magnificent buildings!” Jesus responded, “Do you see all these great buildings? Not one stone here will be left on another, every one will be ...read more

  • When I Give The Best Of My Service

    Contributed by Mcclinton Hall on Sep 30, 2004
    based on 78 ratings
     | 36,970 views

    In everything that we do for the God, it ought to be our best.

    When I Give The Best Of My Service I beseech you therefore brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. Romans 12:1 My brothers and sisters, what God wants and what God deserves is all our being ...read more

  • Advent: God's Message Service To The World

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 29, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,407 views

    A very short sermon given at our Advent Carols service attended by lots of visitors. God’s message service to the world is through creation, through the Bible, and through people, but primarily in the person and message of Jesus. PowerPoint also available

    (Send me a message via Sermon Central if you would like to see the PowerPoint presentation that went with this short sermon. It contains the 3 photos referred to in the talk, and helps it to be visual and awe-inspiring!) If you are going to send a message to somebody, how do you get the message to ...read more

  • What Is The Purpose For Our Church?

    Contributed by Dennis Cocks on Nov 25, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 6,590 views

    This sermon was preached as our charter service and I have preched it every year since to remind us why we’re a church. It can easily be preached to any church as a sermon on the purpose of the church.

    NEW HOPE’S CHARTER MEMBERSHIP SERVICE JUNE 4, 2000 TEXT: Matthew 16:13-19 INTRODUCTION: This morning we are here to charter our church’s membership. We have been called to build a church in this community upon the Solid Rock, Jesus Christ! God has called us to do a great work. We are doing ...read more

  • The Supremacy Of Christ Is Demonstrated In Our Christian Witness

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Nov 21, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 2,861 views

    This sermon is really a thanksgiving service that makes a connection between the giving of thanks and evangelism.

    The Supremacy of Christ is Demonstrated in Our Christian Witness Colossians 4:2-6 November 18, 2001 Intro: A. [No Soap] In regions of Mexico hot springs and cold springs are found side by side, and because of the convenience of this natural phenomenon the women often bring their laundry, boil ...read more

  • Seeing The Possibilities

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 1, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,621 views

    Paul faced much opposition in ministry. He was forced to change his plans on numerous occasions, and yet he chose to see the possibilities instead of the obstacles. We too will face difficulty, but we must maintain our perspective, seeing possibilities.

    Seeing the Possibilities 2 Corinthians 2: 12-17 As you read and study Paul’s letters to the Corinthian church, you discover his ministry there was difficult at best. The church was situated in a city that was morally corrupt, and its influence was showing up in negative ways within the church. ...read more

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