Sermons on Our Founders:

You Are Our Father Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 19, 2009

Isaiah has just recounted some past experiences with God when He moved & acted on behalf of His people. He now pleas with God to remember that He is their Father. It is a call for their God of power & love to take action on their behalf. In spite of the

ISAIAH 63: 15-19 YOU ARE OUR FATHER Isaiah has just recounted some past experiences with God when He moved and acted on behalf of His people. He now pleas with God to remember that He is their Father. It is a prayer elicited out of their sorrow and desertion. It is a call for ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:15-19, Isaiah 63:16-18, Isaiah 63:16

Denomination: Baptist

Our Stimulus Package

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Feb 23, 2009

1. Consider the Lord’s Coming 2. Confession 3. Confident Trust 4. Consecrate Our Lives to the Lord 5. Continue Progress

Faith To Be Strong — Andrew Peterson - Stimulus - Something that incites or rouses to action; an incentive - There has never been a spending plan this large in the history of man. - $787 billion, what does that mean? - The stimulus bill gives a tax cut that amounts, on average, to about $13 more ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Our Sufficient Shepherd Series

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Mar 1, 2009

It’s as if David is saying to us 3000 years later – God is ever present on the long and winding road called weariness, God is every bit powerful to remove the road blocks that intimidate us while traveling the torturous avenue called worry, if we will jus

David writes the most poetic chapter to any book ever written. The imagery captures the imagination of every age, comforts the commotion of every heart and confirms the expectations of every believer. David writes this memorable Psalm out of great distress and disillusion. Distress because of King ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Baptist

Measuring Our Faith

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Mar 2, 2009

I will never forget what Missionary Bill Lewis told me on my last night in Tanzania in 1963.

MEASURING OUR FAITH “I beseech (urge) you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable (and spiritual) service.” Romans 12:1 I will never forget what Missionary Bill Lewis told me on my last night in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

Organizing Our Priorities

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Mar 8, 2009

The main thing is to keep the Main Thing the main thing.

Organizing Our Priorities: Hebrews 3:1-4:11 Introduction: A good friend and mentor of mine has always said, “The main thing is to keep the Main Thing the main thing. The Main Thing being Jesus Christ. It is easy for us to get side tracked and focus on all types of things in life, such as ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

This Is Our Father's House

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 17, 2009

This Is Our Father’s House 1) Drive out all distractions 2) Stop going through the motions 3) Give ear to Jesus’ promises

What do you see when you turn into the church driveway? Do you see the big white cross that stands guard outside the church? Do you notice the slate tiles that cover the roof of this place? What about the small cross on the very top of the church ever take a close look at that? What do you see when ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Salute Our Women Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 21, 2009

Paul makes a distinction when he says to salute the women with a holy kiss; not a horror or a hollow – but a holy kiss!

Sunday, May 13, 2007 “Salute Our Women” Text: Romans 16: 1 – 3 Today message is the final part of a two part series designed to provide a response to our women’s month theme: Union Women: United in Spirit, Strength and Service. Why, because they are gifts from God. My objective is to outline ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Our Call To Grow

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 24, 2009

We are called to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord, Jesus Christ. But how many of us do not do that because it requires us to read, study, pray, and even live our lives according to His principals, and not our own.

Man’s law says that to be ignorant of the law is no excuse for not following it. And we are held accountable for being lawful citizens. But in reality, you cannot be expected to know more than that which you are taught. For example, I have never been taught how to use a jackhammer. And since ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: *other

Written In Our Hearts

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Apr 4, 2009

"I will forgive their iniquity, and remember their sin no more" says our God to all the peoples. My faults are forgiven. My relationships are fixed. "No longer shall they teach one another, or say to each other, “Know the Lord,” for they shall all know me

Pure Gospel - "I will forgive their iniquity, and remember their sin no more" - God to all the peoples - My faults are forgiven - My relationships are fixed - "No longer shall they teach one another, or say to each other, “Know the Lord,” for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Congregational

Our Great Mission

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 5, 2008

Humans tend to one of two extremes when we look at the problems plaguing this world. One extreme declares, “We can solve these problems. We can clean up this mess if we all work hard enough.” The other extreme cries out in despair, “We will never solve

Introduction: “Before you were born, God planned this moment in your life. It is no accident that you are [here this morning]. God longs for you to discover the life he created you to live – here on earth, and forever in eternity.” Citation: Rick Warren, The Purpose Driven Life, © 2002, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Our Great Command

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 5, 2008

We tend to view love as a warm fuzzy feeling reserved for a select few of our friends and family. However, God calls us to a life of holy love – a love founded on His love for us and built with decisive actions instead of feelings.

Introduction: When I was in school studying to become a pastor, a fellow student said, “Church work would be a lot easier if it weren’t for people.” Me (my dilemma or question) I laughed at my friend’s statement – church work is about people. Pastors work with people day in and day out. Here are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Wesleyan

Thanksgiving Is Our Dialect

Contributed by William Sigmon on Dec 6, 2008

In the midst of trouble and strife, we are commanded to give thanks to God for the gift of his holy word, even when it seems to make no sense.

Thanksgiving is Our Dialect This is a difficult time and a blessed time - all at the same time - for our church. It is a difficult time because there is incredible strife in the world around us, and no small amount of strife within the church. People are struggling around us, watching their jobs ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Mighty God Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 9, 2008

We all are very independent individuals. Some of our first words – perhaps even our first sentence – expressed that self-reliance. "I can do it myself." This is healthy when we’re dressing and cleaning up. It becomes unhealthy when we try to control o

Introduction: The names in this story have been changed out of respect for their privacy. Julie W told her family’s story in a magazine article. [My daughter], Allison, came home for the weekend. She opened the door, didn’t speak, and dropped her duffel bag. Smudges of mascara circled her eyes. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Our Wonderful Counselor Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 9, 2008

Many people don’t do what their doctors or counselors suggest. It’s a terrible mistake to treat Jesus in the same way. Whenever he gives advice it is for our healing. From now on we need to listen and do what our Wonderful Counselor says.

Series Introduction: Part of our Christmas celebrations involves the giving of gifts. We exchange gifts most of the time because of our love for each other. Sometimes it’s out of a sense of obligation. The gift-giving tradition looks back to the first Christmas scene when the wise men brought ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Our Everlasting Father Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 18, 2008

Some of us are trying to earn God’s love and acceptance. Some of us are afraid he’s angry with us. Some of us wonder if he even exists. But Jesus comes to each of us this Christmas assuring us of God’s unconditional love, his wonderful care and his con

Intersection (Common ground illustration) An economy driving tradition in our Christmas celebrations involves giving gifts. We exchange gifts most of the time because we love each other. Sometimes we give because of a sense of obligation. Our gift giving leads to unavoidable lists – lists of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Wesleyan