Sermons on Paddle:

God Was With Him Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 11, 2010

Why did God allow Joseph to suffer as he did? Why not show his love for this great hero of the faith by removing him from all the difficulties of life?

OPEN: When I was taking my kids home from King’s Island (an amusement park in southern Ohio) yesterday we were listening to a Country Music station that was playing a popular song by a group named “Ricochet”. The song told the story of a man who was sitting in church when he noticed a young woman ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taking On The Storms

Contributed by Stephen Carter on Aug 3, 2001

"Going to the other side" of faith and Taking on the Storms!

“Taking on the Storm” Mark 4:35-41 Background: Probably for the sake of privacy and relaxation, Jesus proposed a trip across the lake of Galilee. With the vividness so characteristic of our author, Mark gives a graphic account of the stilling of the storm (4:35-41) and of the freeing of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Bait The Hook Well! Swing The Bat

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 20, 2003

We look at how easy it is to swing the bat at other people, then we look at 9 essemtial components of God’s love.

BAIT THE HOOK WELL! SWING THE BAT! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 1 Corinthians 13 : 8 LOVE NEVER FAILS! BAIT THE HOOK WELL --- SWING THE BAT? Galatians 5:15 But if ye bite and devour one another, take heed that ye be not consumed one of another. The Bible’s wisdom amazes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Galatians 5:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The War We Wage

Contributed by Alan Balatbat on May 26, 2004

God said we should also be on the offensive.

The War We Wage Eph 6:10-17 Introduction: Our nation has known many wars, but Vietnam was an especially frustrating campaignrn. Think jungle terrain made the enemy hard to find, and guerrilla warfare made him hard to fight. Many Vietnamese who peacefully worked the rice paddles by day put on the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

How To Screw Up God's Love

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Feb 13, 2003

God love us. Because He loves us He gets mad at us. This sermon helps you gain a better appretion for the feer of God

Malachi 1:1-2:9 How To Screw Up God’s Love Introduction A. Do you remember what happen 9-11? I am sure you do, it is a day that we will never forget B. Do you remember how many times God was mentioned after that event? C. How many prayer meetings there were, the president even asked us to ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

When God Does A Work

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Sep 24, 2005

A Message of encouragement & charge to a church at the church’s 5-year anniversary

WHEN GOD DOES A WORK 5 Year Anniversary of River of Life Church - Read Luke 8:22-25 Jesus and His disciples climbed into a boat. He told the apostles, let’s head to the other side of the lake. After telling His disciples where to take the boat, Jesus laid down and went to sleep. He had been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-39

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Discouragement

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Oct 3, 2008

When discouragement comes we have an encouraging word to get us moving again.

Overcoming Discouragement Griffith Baptist Church – 10/5/08 P.M. Service Text: Nehemiah 4:10-23 Key verse: Nehemiah 4:20 - In what place therefore ye hear the sound of the trumpet, resort ye thither unto us: our God shall fight for us. Premise: When discouragement comes we have an encouraging ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:10-23

Denomination: Baptist

"The Critical Element Of Faith”

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Jul 22, 2009

The theme of these verses is found in 2:17. They were having faith problems, that due to lack of attention, had gotten out of hand. The sad thing is they were unaware of just how bad it was, what they were thinking and doing as a result of their weakene

“THE CRITICAL ELEMENT OF FAITH” Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com MALACHI 2:17-3:6 The theme of these verses is found in 2:17. They were having faith problems, that due to lack of attention, had gotten out of hand. The sad thing is they were unaware of just how bad it was, what they were ...read more

We Have This Treasure

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Oct 19, 2004

Believers should understand the incredible treasure that has placed in their hands--the gospel and the thrill of sharing it in ministry,

We Have This Treasure 2 Cor 4:1-7 1 Therefore, since through God’s mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart. 2 Rather, we have renounced secret and shameful ways; we do not use deception, nor do we distort the word of God. On the contrary, by setting forth the truth plainly we commend ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

U Getta Line, I'll Getta A Pole Series

Contributed by David Hill on Jul 8, 2004

The Lord’s call to be fishers of men.

U GETTA A LINE, I’LL GETTA POLE Matthew 4:18-25 DO YOU REMEMBER THAT OLD SONG “U GETTA A LINE I’LL GETTA POLE AND WE DOWN TO THE CRAWDAD HOLE”? IT’S ONE OF THOSE SONGS THAT GETS IN YOUR HEAD & ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Fear

Contributed by Joel Santos on Aug 6, 2006

Lets see some important facts in this story: 1. Sometimes Jesus calms the storm. 2. Sometimes He lets the storms of life rage us. 3. Sometimes He lets the storms stay on us. 4. Sometimes He lets the storms of life strain us.

Dealing With Fear Mark 4:35-41 INTRODUCTION Story: Current economic situations and problems in the Philippines! I sought the Lord, and he answered me; He delivered me from all my fears. Psalm 34:4 Think of your greatest fears and keep it on your mind while we are studying the Scriptures. A ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Model Prayer - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Aug 7, 2006

The elements of Christ’s model prayer give us a glimpse into a living, breathing example of form and structure that God desires for effective prayer.

The Model Prayer – Part 1 Griffith Baptist Church – 7/30/06 P.M. Service Text: Matthew 6:9-13 (verses 9-10) Theme: The elements of Christ’s model prayer give us a glimpse into a living, breathing example of form and structure that God desires for effective prayer. Introduction: During the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Humbled And The Exalted

Contributed by Stan Simonik on Aug 28, 2007

Jesus’wisdom teaches us to win in the struggle between pride and humility.

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, there is an old saying, “A nail that sticks out will be pounded.” Although this saying might be appreciated by those in the building trades, I think it originated in the military. It’s nice to receive recognition, but not too much. You don’t want to call too ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Gluttony And Temperance Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 13, 2012

We can live in moderation or overindulge...which isn't about the stomache, but a matter of the heart.

Here are two headlines found on the front cover of a Family Circle magazine: “Ten Ways to Curb Your Cravings,” followed by “Irresistible Chocolate Desserts”…definitely mixed messages! A foreign visitor described America as a land where people are as big as houses, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Congregational

“it Means Getting Out Of The Boat!” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 5, 2012

If we are going to be more like Jesus, we must learn to walk by faith.

Jesus had just fed 5,000 men, besides women and children with 2 fish and 5 barley loaves. The people who benefited from this miracle sought to make Jesus their king (John 6:15), but this wasn’t the Father’s plan, so Jesus sent the disciples away in a boat while He dispersed the crowd. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist