Sermons on Parental Sacrifice:

The Making Of A Man Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Nov 6, 2006

This series follows the life of Joseph as he enrolls in the "School of Hard Knocks". Learn how you too can be victorious no matter what life throws at you.

The Making of a Man… Series: Surviving the School of Hard Knocks June 18, 2000 Somebody sent this to me over the internet, and I thought it was pretty appropriate for Father’s Day. It’s called… REASONS TO BE A GUY… Phone conversations are over in 30 seconds flat. You know stuff about ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Husband & Wives, Heirs Together

Contributed by Philip Myers on Nov 8, 2006

Second sermon in a series of nine.

HUSBAND AND WIVES HEIRS TOGETHER (PART TWO) I Peter 3:1-12 V2 – chaste – virtuous, free from obscurity or impure thoughts. Respectful – regarding in high estimation or honor. V4 – hidden person of the heart Ephesians 5:22,25, 33 God wants the best for you. God’s plan of marriage; God’s wants you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dealing With An Imperfect Family Series

Contributed by Stewart Holloway on Nov 14, 2006

In one way or another, we all have imperfect families. This sermon introduces the series "Home Makeover for Families"

Sermon Opener: Drama by Judi and Dave: “Choices” from 52 Dramatic Moments, p. 57. Does that scene hit a little too close to home? Have you been there, done that, and have the scars to prove it? Maybe it was a terrible fight between you and your spouse. Maybe it was between you and your child. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:33

Denomination: Baptist

Gut That House! Give Your Problems To God Series

Contributed by Stewart Holloway on Nov 14, 2006

To makeover your home, you have to destruct before you can construct.

I’ve never remodeled a house but I have remodeled a church. Ten years ago I served as Minister of Music at my parents’ church in Louisiana. While I was there, we were in the process of relocating to another church facility owned by the congregation. Phase One of the building project involved ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Looking At The Plans Series

Contributed by Stewart Holloway on Nov 14, 2006

However, in order for God to be free to work, you need to be dreaming the right dream. You need to be envisioning the right plan. Not just any plan will do for God. You need a divine plan to build your home. That plan is God’s written word.

I love to look at building plans – especially of houses and churches. Whether it’s a floor plan or a full blueprint, I love it. My love for plans began when I was in fifth or sixth grade and my parents were planning to build their house. Mom and dad involved me in the plan selection process, and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Kitchen: A Place For Nourishment Series

Contributed by Stewart Holloway on Nov 14, 2006

What is the most important nourishment for the family?

When Olin and Claryce Merrett came in for the service Wednesday night, I gave my usual, “Hello,” and asked, “How are you doing, Olin?” Olin replied, “Pretty good, I guess. I’m still taking nourishment.” We know a lot about nourishment these days. You can hardly watch television or read a magazine ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Master Bedroom: A Place For Love Series

Contributed by Stewart Holloway on Nov 14, 2006

How do we stay in love from the honeymoon until the tomb?

For mine and Rebecca’s wedding anniversary this year, my parents gave us a card that read: An Anniversary Look at Dating vs. Marriage When you were dating . . . Now that you’re married . . . You always looked your best. You wear whatever is clean. Your manners were impeccable. You burp at the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Baptist

How'd They Do That? Series

Contributed by Stewart Holloway on Nov 14, 2006

How to have a great home.

Blessed are all who fear the LORD, who walk in his ways. You will eat the fruit of your labor; blessings and prosperity will be yours. Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within your house; your sons will be like olive shoots around your table. Thus is the man blessed who fears the LORD (Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

What Only A Mother Can Do

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 16, 2006

Mother’s Day Sermon that examines the qualities of an unnamed mother in Mt 15 and Mk 7

1. Title: What Only A Mother Can Do 2. Text: Matthew 15:1-18; Mark 7:24-30 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, May 14, 2006, Mother’s Day. Objectives: -for the people to understand the qualities of the unnamed woman that speak of her outstanding faith; for them to appreciate ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building Your Home On The Wrong Side Of The River

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Feb 3, 2006

Encouraging families to life in the will of God

PP0654 BUILDING YOUR HOME ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE RIVER! Numbers 32:1-4. Nu 32:1 Now the children of Reuben and the children of Gad had a very great multitude of cattle: and when they saw the land of Jazer, and the land of Gilead, that, behold, the place was a place for cattle; 2 The children ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 32:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Favorite Son, Hated Brother Series

Contributed by Duane Brown on Feb 11, 2006

introductory sermon to a series on the life of Joseph. Most of the sermon content was inspired from Chuck Swindolls "Joseph" book.

Jokingly they said; “I don’t get mad pastor, I just get even.” Sadly enough that little phrase that we used to laugh at has become more of a reality than we want to accept. How else can we explain so many lawsuits, road rage or the explosive reaction by those who feel they have been ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:1-24

Denomination: Holiness

The Good Father Series

Contributed by Douglas Dudley on Feb 13, 2006

WHAT IS A GOOD FATHER LIKE? HERE ARE SOME GOOD BIBLICAL SUGGESTIONS FOR ALL FATHERS TO FOLLOW.

THE GOOD FATHER TEXT- Proverbs 22:6 INTRODUCTION I told my Wednesday Night class that I have been preaching in Whitehouse for 5 years, and this is the 1st Father’s Day sermon that I have preached. The reason is I always take these 2 weeks in June for my vacation, but not this year. I hope you ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

El Verdadero Amor De Un Padre

Contributed by Richard Perez on Feb 24, 2006

Dia de los Padres

11 También dijo: Un hombre tenía dos hijos;12 y el menor de ellos dijo a su padre: Padre, dame la parte de los bienes que me corresponde; y les repartió los bienes.13 No muchos días después, juntándolo todo el hijo menor, se fue lejos a una provincia apartada; y allí desperdició sus bienes viviendo ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Remodeling: Dealing With Imperfect Families Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 12, 2005

Sermon 1 of 4: Lessons learned from remodeling.

Extreme Home Makeovers Remodeling: Dealing with Imperfect Families Psalm 127:1 Woodlawn Baptist Church September 4, 2005 Introduction (The idea for this sermon title and series came from Outreach Magazine) Do you enjoy home makeover programs on television? What about remodeling your own home? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Baptist

Weather-Proofing Against Life's Storms Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 29, 2005

Sermon 4 of 4: Facing the inevitable storms of family life.

Extreme Home Makeovers Weather-Proofing Against Life’s Storms Psalm 127:1 Woodlawn Baptist Church September 25, 2005 Introduction During World War II Winston Churchill spoke some powerful words that inspired his nation and has continued to inspire today. He said, "We shall fight on the beaches, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Baptist