Sermons on Ordered Life:

Financial Priorities And Stewardship

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Nov 1, 2006

God gives us Biblical Financial principles to help us manage His wealth in such a way as to honor Him, sustain us, and allow us to live free from financial worries.

Good morning -- I can almost hear the groans and sighs -- Ron is going to talk about stewardship AGAIN. I too struggle with this subject. I am always looking for ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8

Denomination: Lutheran

Faith Delivers!

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Nov 6, 2006

If we want to see faith deliver for us, we must break faith down to see what is involved and how to act on it. In this message, we will examine the substance, hope and security of faith.

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Hebrews 11.1 The word “substance” has also been translated as confidence, confident and assurance. It implies the use of a sub-structure or foundation. ILL: The Gate of the Fortress of Purandhar, India was built in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7, 2 Corinthians 5:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

So What Is Outreach

Contributed by Robert Doran on Nov 14, 2006

Jesus calls us to outreach Luke 24:46-49 Matthew 25:31-40 //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Ok so what exactly is outreach? Outreach is ministry which involves three groups Outreach

Jesus calls us to outreach Luke 24:46-49 Matthew 25:31-40 //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Ok so what exactly is outreach? Outreach is ministry which involves three groups Outreach involves The Holy Trinity, The Church and Those ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-40

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Wants Us To Produce Fruit Based On His Word.

Contributed by Thomas Perdana on Nov 20, 2006

The relation between faith and works in our Christian living.

Our text for today from James 2:14-26 (New International Version). Faith and Deeds 14What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? 15Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. 16If one of you says to him, "Go, I wish ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

God's Veteran

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Nov 20, 2006

There has never been a Christian who has never been in a combat situation. Whether fighting for righteousness or warring against sicknesses, financial struggles, and a host of other enemies.

God’s Veterans Gal 6:17 17 From henceforth let no man trouble me: for I bear in my body the marks of the Lord Jesus. Veteran-Military experienced soldier: somebody who has been a member of one of the armed forces for many years and has seen a great deal of active service, a veteran of three ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Biblical Priorities

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 2, 2005

Biblical priorities for every church and every believer.

Biblical Priorities Colossians 1:12-18 Intro: What is most important to you? At our retreat last fall, I asked the kids this question, If your house was on fire and everyone was out safely, what one thing would you go back in to get? That is your priority. There are some things in the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

God's Promises Are No Laughing Matter Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 10, 2005

God takes his promises seriously and expects us to do the same.

GOD’S PROMISES ARE NO LAUGHING MATTER Text: Gen. 18:1-15; Gen. 21:1-7 Introduction 1. Read Gen. 18:1-15 2. God has a sense of humor.  He made me  My dog thinks she’s a cat 3. Except for when it comes to his promises. Thesis: God takes his promises seriously and expects us to ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Narnia: Who Is Aslan? Who Is Jesus? Series

Contributed by Tanner Smith on Nov 18, 2005

This is part 1 of a 4 part series on the Chronicles of Narnia book "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe."

Session #1 – Who is Aslan? Who is Jesus? John 1:1-5; Mark 10:17-22; John 1:10-11 The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe: Ch. 8 Children ask Mr. and Mrs. Beaver “Is he (Aslan) dangerous?” Questions this sermon tries to address: Who does Aslan represent in the Chronicles of Narnia? What ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lessons From The First Fruits

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 21, 2005

In the offering of the first fruits, the Jewish worshiper thanked God for deliverance, acknowledged his dependence on God, and delighted in God’s blessings.

Lessons From The First Fruits Deut. 26:1-11 INTRO.: This week we celebrate an annual Day of Thanksgiving. We observe it in remembrance of the "first" Thanksgiving, which was celebrated at Plymouth colony in 1621 by the first settlers in America. In spite of what historical revisionists tell you, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding God In Narnia: Meet The Cast - The White Witch Series

Contributed by Marty Boller on Nov 22, 2005

#5 of 8 Narnia teachings. Geared to help you draw out and apply the powerful scriptural truths found in C.S. Lewis’ classic: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe.

For you to fully appreciate CS Lewis & LWW, you must understand something about Narnia. Under all the beauty of its’ peaceful winter scenes...NARNIA is at war! A world in crisis...under siege. Much like our world. Long ago, Narnia was created by Aslan, the Great Lion. Son of the Great Emperor. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Healing For Wounded Heart Series

Contributed by Vincent Leoh on Nov 22, 2005

Jehovah Rapha: In the midst of our bitterness and hurt, God reveals Himself as our Healer. The word Rapha is used some sixty times in the Old Testament and means, “to restore, to heal, or to cure” physically, emotionally and spiritually. We are in need of

HEALING FOR WOUNDED HEART ( Psalm 6:2-3; 147:3; Matthew 18:21-35 ) Healing is part of the blessings of obedience to the Law Exodus 15:26 “And He said, ‘If you will give earnest heed to the voice of the LORD your God, and do what is right in His sight, and give ear to His commandments, and keep ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Every Christian Should Tithe

Contributed by Charlie Ellison on Nov 28, 2005

A message on the subject of the Bibical Tithe

Why Every Christian Should Tithe In a resent study its was revealed that only 3% of church members tithe in America. If this is true, then perhaps we have discovered one of the reasons why America is in such a terrible spiritual dilemma The purpose of this article is to share why every Child ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

With Him! With Them!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 25, 2006

This is a brief lesson dealing with unity, togetherness, and being with people. It could be used at a funeral of a believer, or a situation where you need a brief lesson.

WITH HIM! WITH THEM! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. 1 Thes. 3:12 And the Lord make you to increase and abound in love one toward another, and toward all men, even as we do toward you: Psalm 133:1 Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! 1 Thes. 4:13 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Firm A Foundation!

Contributed by Toby Powers on Jan 25, 2006

We as saints have a firm foundation in a society that is reeling and rocking from the storms of this world.

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA How Firm A Foundation! Isaiah 28:14-16 Intro: In these verses we see the position of the people: v. 14- Prominent Men (rule the people), he is speaking to the leadership of Israel v. 15- Prideful Men (it shall not come unto us), ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 28:14-16, 2 Timothy 2:19

Denomination: Baptist

I Change Not

Contributed by Toby Powers on Jan 25, 2006

Times change. People Change. Churches Change, but God never changes! We can take great comfort in that.

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA I Change Not Malachi 3:6 Intro: God speaks to Israel concerning his willingness to judge their oppressors in verse 5. Verse six he says that the reason Israel is not consumed is because the Lord changes not. He has always been and ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6

Denomination: Baptist