Sermons on Painting:

Gifted Ministers Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 3, 2012

If you want a growing church that builds itself up in love, then accept your spiritual gifts, develop them and use them wherever and whenever you can.

When a local church broke ground for a new 500-seat sanctuary, an inventive church member made sure everyone could participate in the experience. The man attached a 145-foot handle to a stainless steel spade so that all 300 members could squeeze together to turn the first shovel full of dirt. A ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Fight Plan For Finding Hope When Your Heart Is Heavy

Contributed by Lane Hastie on Nov 6, 2018

Psalm 42 & 43

Hoping to help his church save some money…Pastor Jones decided to paint the church exterior himself. The funds were low and all he had on hand was one bucket of paint. So…he collected as many empty buckets as he could find and gathered them close to the water spicket on the side of the church ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Wonder Of God

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Jun 6, 2001

When we consider how God is so wonderfully involved in our lives, we are astounded at God’s grace and greatness!

Sermon.976 “The Wonder of God” From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, Sunday, June 3, 2001 Psalm 139:1-18 Lightning was flashing, thunder war roaring, black clouds looked angry; and the train was traveling fast! The tension and fear among the passengers was evident; however, one little ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

From Broken Hearts To Burning Hearts

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 27, 2020

They started their journey to Emmaus with broken hearts, but it wasn't too long before the disciples' hearts began to burn with promise and joy.

April 26, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Pastor Mary Erickson Luke 24:13-35 From Broken Hearts to Burning Hearts Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. They started their journey to Emmaus with broken hearts. But it wasn’t too long ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas Around The World

Contributed by James Jack on Jan 8, 2010

Because of God's love, Jesus came to save people from every nation on earth.

“Christmas Around the World” – John 3:16 I’ve never hidden my strong dislike of Santa Claus. I mean I’ve never met the bloke, so it’s nothing personal, but I don’t like what he stands for. Perhaps, deep down, it’s because every year at school I ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Anglican

An Atmosphere Of Evangelism

Contributed by Johnny Carver on May 22, 2001

This message deals with creating the atmosphere of evangelism so as to reach the unsaved.

Scripture: Matthew 9:36-38 Title: ¡§An Atmosphere of Evangelism¡¨ Introduction: As Jesus looked out across the multitudes He referred to them as sheep without a SHEPHERD. Jesus was moved with COMPASSION. No doubt His heart was heavy with the danger that faced these unsaved people. Jesus also ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:36-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Steadfast Hope" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2002

A. The depths of despair (vss 1-2); B. God’s forgiveness (vss 3-4); C. The process of waiting and hoping (vss 5-6); D. Motivation to tell others (vss 7-8).

Psalm Steps> “Steadfast Hope” -Psalm 130 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Introduction and Outline Psalm 130 is a literal Song of Ascents—it climbs from the abyss of depression to the high ground of steadfast hope. In this brief penitential psalm we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 130:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

Booted? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 10, 2019

It is an epic adventure that captures our imaginations. Toys come alive and in their story we find your story!

Your Story Pt. 1 - Booted? I. Introduction They seem lifeless. Motionless. But then we watch the documentary called "Toy Story" and the truth is revealed . . . toys come alive when we leave the room. Right? So, Toy Story introduces us to Andy's toys. Characters like Rex the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gift Of Hope Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Dec 3, 2002

Knowing the hope of God With Us through every circumstance of life

The Gift of Hope Nov 30 / Dec 1; 2002 Intro: A number of years ago researchers performed an experiment to see the effect hope has on those undergoing hardship. Two sets of laboratory rats were placed in separate tubs of water. The researchers left one set in the water and found that within an ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

My Identity Through God's Eyes Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Nov 3, 2008

We are God’s masterpiece! That tells us a lot about our identity!

TEXT: Ephesians 2:10 TITLE: How God Views Me (Identity part 2) SERIES: Identity TOPIC: Identity in Christ OCCASION: November 2, 2008 PROP.: We are God’s masterpiece! That tells us a lot about our identity! INTRODUCTION: Good morning! (The dangers of mistaken identity!) This past week, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, Jeremiah 29:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Password That Unveil Christmas

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Dec 10, 2009

Unveiling what this secret password is all about.

THE PASSWORD THAT UNVEIL CHRISTMAS (What Christmas is all about?) Randy Bataanon In far away cold country a number of years ago there was a young orphaned boy selling papers on a cold, freezing Christmas Eve afternoon. Toward the close of the afternoon the little boy went up to a policeman and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus, The King Who Brings Peace

Contributed by Jaco Bester on Feb 13, 2013

A reflection on Palm Sunday

“Jesus, the King who brings Peace…” Luke 19:28-44 Introduction: Throughout our Lenten journey this year we have been traveling with Luke as our companion. All our readings have been taken from his Gospel and today we continue our journey by turning to Luke 19:28-44, here we find ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Great Church Is An Evangelistic Church Series

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Apr 6, 2016

We need to think about how we present to our community. Sometimes words or terms mean things to us, but not to general people in the community.

A Tour Through Acts ~ part 9 A Great Church is an Evangelistic Church Acts 2:47b And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved. (Acts 2:47b) I was looking online at what churches have on their web page. I wanted to see just how the churches of that city were trying to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:47

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Created To Do Good Works

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 19, 2022

Apostle Paul states we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. We have been sculpted by the Master to serve in His kingdom so why then isn't every Christian serving?

Created to do Good Works Ephesians 2:10 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Great Works of Art The ability to take existing materials and either paint, sculp or build something spectacular is something a rare few creative genius’ have been able to accomplish. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Love Of Jesus On Display

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 31, 2019

The American Church has a bad image problem with the new generation, which is leaving in droves. Here are suggestions for fixing that image -- we need to become known for WHAT WE'RE FOR instead of being known for WHAT WE'RE AGAINST. We must be known as people of love & compassion.

THE LOVE OF JESUS ON DISPLAY John 8:1-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Gary Dearing told a story about his Air Force Colonel, who served as inspector general of his command, and paid particular attention to how personnel wore their uniforms. 2. “On one occasion the Colonel spotted a junior airman ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God