Sermons on Participation:

Among Us

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 3, 2007

Realizing that Jesus stands among us can cause us to rejoice or recoil in fear.

Luke 7:7 – 11 Among Us Intro: One of my favorite TV programs is “Ghost Whisperer.” A young woman named Melinda Gordan can see spirits of dead people. The “spirits” are trapped here because they have some unresolved issue. I find fascinating the various reactions of people when Melinda tells ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Reminders To Christian Givers

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2007

The New Testament does not teach Tithing! If you are a tither, you are following the teachings of the Old Testament.

REMINDERS TO CHRISTIAN GIVERS 2 Corinthians 8:1-5 INTRO: The New Testament does not teach Tithing! If you are a tither, you are following the teachings of the Old Testament. If you are not tithing, you are not even up to the standards of the Jews. As Christians we are not commanded to tithe! READ ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Prepare, Practice, Play

Contributed by Paul Redwine on Jan 2, 2004

Christians are to be DOERS of the Word.

Prepare, Practice, Play, James 1:19-27 Paul Redwine, Northside Christian Church, July 13, 2003 Introduction At a sporting event, you can see that the fans participate in the sport in their own unique ways: The Casual Spectator -- watches the game for some entertainment The Tailgater -- The more ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living In A Topsy, Turvy World"

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 25, 2005

Where is God in a world that doesn’t make sense? God can be found intimately involved in the world, hidden by our preconceived ideas, and limited spiritual imagination.

Luke 16:19-31 “Living in a Topsy, Turvy World” INTRODUCTION I once read that Native Americas, the Sioux to be more exact, at one time in their history participated in what they called a Sun Dance. As part of the dance, men would allow themselves to be skewered through their pectoral/chest ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Be An Effective Father

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 23, 2005

A Father’s Day Message.

HOW TO BE AN EFFECTIVE FATHER Mark 5:21-24; 35-43 INTRO: I come to speak to you, not as an authority on the subject of fatherhood, but as a participant in the reality of being a father. Our world is in great need of fathers who will be effective. In order to be an effective ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

An Unsung Hero

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Aug 3, 2005

Lessons drawn from the story of Ananias of Damascus

An Unsung Hero Acts 9:10-19 INTRO.: The story of the conversion of Saul of Tarsus includes the name of an unsung hero of the faith. Saul’s encounter on the Damascus Rd. with the Lord is recorded in verses 1-9. Following three days of blindness on his part, we are introduced to Ananias, a disciple ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living In Laodicea

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Aug 11, 2005

We need to be living lives of hot love for the Lord.

INTRODUCTION -Hot water is useful for a drink -Add finely ground coffee beans or tea leaves -Cold water is a wonderful drink -Especially on a 90+ degree day -Warm, room temperature water is not a very desirable drink -Unless we are extremely thirsty -My question to you ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

High Privilege High Price

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 6, 2004

A Message on the Lord’s Supper.

High Privilege – High Price Feb. 16, 2003 Communion Service Sunday AM Verse: 10And we pray this in order that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and may please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, 11being strengthened with all power according to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Judgment Seat Of Christ

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Oct 31, 2004

To discuss the coming judgment and the place believers will have during it.

SBC Philippi pm 10/17/04 The Judgment Seat of Christ John 5:24-29 Primary Purpose: To discuss the nature of the coming judgment. The nature of the coming judgment is something we should think about as a believer. The good news is that for the believer, we have passed out of judgment and death ...read more

Scripture: John 5:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Sex, Lies And Videotape., Part 1.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Mar 28, 2004

3 part series to open up the actions of sex in society for descusion and the results of unrightiousness in America.For mature audiences.

Sex ,Lies and Videotape. Part 1. Looking at the state of the world and the Biblical response. Intended for mature audience. 1.Sex. The Bible tells us about the union between a man ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Marriage Ceremony

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Nov 8, 2005

A shorter, but Christ-centered, wedding ceremony that I perform for most couples I unite in marriage.

NOTE FROM THE AUTHOR: Many ministers prefer to take the opportunity of performing a wedding, and give a full blown sermon. I personally feel that is uncalled for in this situation. I believe that this is the bride and groom’s day, not the preacher’s - so with that in mind, I keep it simple and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-25

Denomination: *other

Enlargement

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 22, 2005

Enlargement gives us agreater capacity for God, and brings consequent blessings.

ENLARGEMENT Isaiah 54:1 - 5 "Sing, O barren woman, you who never bore a child; burst into song, shout for joy, you who were never in labour; because more are the children of the desolate woman than of her who has a husband," says the LORD. 2 "Enlarge the place of your tent, stretch your tent ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Creation Or Chance

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 31, 2009

The issue of the origin of humanity is either by creation from God or chance by evolution. Clearly we are created by God

Creation or Chance Selected Passages February 15, 2009 Morning Service Introduction Tomorrow our nation will celebrate President’s Day as a celebration of two of the greatest Presidents of our nation, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. However, another birthday seeks to overshadow these men. ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Kids In Worship...really?

Contributed by Sarah Keith on Oct 10, 2009

Worship must be included among the basic disciplines of childhood in order to help them understand the honor and respect that is due our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Can you imagine never teaching children the alphabet, and then expecting them to read as adults? Or expecting to have emotionally healthy children, but never giving them hugs or expressing your love to them? If these basic things are so important, then isn’t it equally important to teach children ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Christian Church

Discipleship--The Process Of Multiplication

Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 5, 2006

Making disciples is enlarging the church.

INTRODUCTION 1. Few Disciples—11 v. 16 2. Guards’ Report about Jesus’ resurrection 3. Rising number of enemies of the gospel Outline: For the church to enlarge the … I. DISCIPLES ARE WITNESSING TO POTENTIAL DISCIPLES, 19 (Acts 1:8) “Make disciples of every nation.” This process targets the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist