Sermons on Optimism:

Freedom's Fruit Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 8, 2017

Defeat the flesh by depending on the Spirit: live by the Spirit and so conquer the desires of the flesh; be led by the Spirit and so conquer the deeds of the flesh; and walk with the Spirit and so enjoy the death of the flesh.

Jo Guerrero’s five-year-old daughter, Barbara, had disobeyed her mother and had been sent to her room. After a few minutes, Jo (the mom) went in to talk with her about what she had done. Teary-eyed, the little girl asked, “Why do we do wrong things, Mommy?” Jo replied, “Sometimes the devil tells ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Be Free! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 26, 2012

If you want to be truly free, don’t trust in your idols; instead, trust in the blood of the Lamb, and get up and get out of your bondage.

Tony Campolo tells the story of a town where all the residents are ducks. Every Sunday the ducks waddle out of their houses and waddle down Main Street to their church. They waddle into the sanctuary and squat in their proper pews. The duck choir waddles in and takes its place, and then the duck ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Holiness Of Grace Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 29, 2011

If we want to live worthwhile lives in difficult times, then we as believers in Christ must anticipate the Father’s grace, imitate the Father’s character, and respect the Father’s judgment and love.

In 1988, Robert Fulghum published his best-selling book, Everything I Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten. Recently, somebody suggested another book title: Everything I Need to Know I Learned from Noah. For example… • Don’t miss the boat. • Plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Where Do You Turn Series

Contributed by Jamey Stuart on May 15, 2008

A series on where a person can turn for help with various problems

Ever since the fall, everything in the universe has been turned on its head! Nothing is as it was supposed to be. Relationships that once were perfect in intimacy became complicated by selfishness and pride. Instead of living forever, our physical bodies began to deteriorate, and our relationship ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Glorifying God Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 21, 2018

If you are not saved yet, you need to come and see the Savior. If you are saved, it’s time to leave and share the Savior with others.

Glorifying God Luke 2:8-20 Rev. Brian Bill December 22-23, 2018 I came across a report out of Ludington, Michigan describing how a church just unveiled its new Sleep Number seating for congregants, becoming the first church in the nation to offer personalized, adjustable sleep options for members. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Making My Living Hope Real Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016

Living hope is a matter of looking ahead rather than looking around

ENGAGE/TENSION In general, I tend to be a pretty optimistic person. But I’ve got to admit that it is getting harder and harder to be hopeful about life here on earth in the 21st century. Let’s face it, 2016 didn’t exactly get off to a great start: • This week, the stock ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Free! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 14, 2016

If you want to break free from the sinful habits and attitudes that keep you from soaring, listen to God and believe Him when He tells you, "I am setting you free!"

Kung Fu Panda is the story of a flabby, out-of-shape panda bear named Po who longs to learn the ancient art of Kung Fu. Amazingly, Po is selected by the village leaders to become the Dragon Warrior – the greatest Kung Fu master of all time. But in spite of his new status, Po is still a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Facing Your Trials In Hope

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

Peter's lessons about trials

Facing Your Trials in Hope - 1 Peter 1 June 1, 2008 Turn with me this morning to the end of your Bibles, to the book of 1 Peter, chapter 1. We want to think this morning about problems. A little boy once was outside his house trying to sell a lawn mower. His pastor walked up and the boy was able ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dealing With Trials Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

Hope for dealing with trials

Facing Your Trials in Hope - 1 Peter 1 June 1, 2008 Turn with me this morning to the end of your Bibles, to the book of 1 Peter, chapter 1. We want to think this morning about problems. A little boy once was outside his house trying to sell a lawn mower. His pastor walked up and the boy was able ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I’m Sick N Tired Of

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 17, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 27: 1 – 12

1 Samuel 27: 1 – 12 I’m sick n tired of 27 And David said in his heart, “Now I shall perish someday by the hand of Saul. There is nothing better for me than that I should speedily escape to the land of the Philistines; and Saul will despair of me, to seek me anymore in any part of Israel. So I ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Crossing The Threshold-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 21, 2018

2 of 4. Amos declared God’s strained relationship with His people. Thus a failed relationship with God evokes His wrath. What specifically does a failed relationship with God evoke(bring about/cause)? A failed relationship with God evokes...

CROSSING The THRESHOLD-II—Amos 1:1-2 Attention: A Threshold is a crossover or transition zone or optimal use zone. Where the upper limit or end of effectiveness is reached. Every house has many thresholds, the front door is placed in the transition zone from indoor to outdoor. Things are very ...read more

Scripture: Amos 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

You Want Justice – It’s Gonna Cost You Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 10, 2017

A study of the book of Acts 24: 1 – 27

Acts 24: 1 – 27 You want justice – It’s gonna cost you 24 Now after five days Ananias the high priest came down with the elders and a certain orator named Tertullus. These gave evidence to the governor against Paul. 2 And when he was called upon, Tertullus began his accusation, saying: “Seeing ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"I Hate Life" Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 10, 2016

Searching for the answer to the age old question, "Is life worth living?"

A Study of the Book of Ecclesiastes: Finding Satisfaction In Life ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Truth Series

Contributed by Greg Lindsey on Mar 15, 2020

When it comes to stewardship, giving, generosity, our finances, our money it really isn't truth or dare with God it's truth and dare.

So, we are kicking off a brand new series today called Truth or Dare, which I would venture to guess stirs up a little something in most of us sitting here today. I understand that there was a horror movie that came out in the past few years that had that title. Maybe some of us are thinking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

You Can Finish Well Series

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Nov 12, 2019

You are energised and passionate when you start a new project or ministry. But after awhile the newness of the project fades. You lost your passion, get bored, tired and discouragement sets in. Now is the time to get back to your dreams. You can finish well.

YOU CAN FINISH WELL, EVEN IN THE MIDST OF DISCOURAGEMENT "But it so happened, when Sanballat heard that we were rebuilding the wall, that he was furious and very indignant, and mocked the Jews. 2 And he spoke before his brethren and the army of Samaria, and said, “What are these feeble Jews ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6, Joshua 1:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational