Sermons on Passion Of Father:

The Secret Of Contentment Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 9, 2018

In this last section of Philippians, Paul shared the secret of contentment that he discovered.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a wealthy Englishman who came downstairs one morning and heard his cook saying to herself, “Oh, if I only had a five-pound note, I would be so content with that!” 1. The wealthy Englishman, quickly considered the matter, and wanting to see the woman satisfied, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Your Calling? Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 10, 2018

Reviewing, renewing and resting in your calling

WHAT IS YOUR CALLING? Two Kentucky horse racing stable owners had developed a keen rivalry. Each spring they both entered a horse in a local race. One of them thought that having a professional rider might give his horse an edge in the race, so he hired a hot-shot jockey. Well, the day of the race ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Jesus Restores A Defeated Disciple Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 12, 2018

After denying Jesus 3 times in the Gospels, Peter the Failure becomes Peter the Fearless in the book of Acts. How did this remarkable change take place? This sermon focuses on Peter's dramatic restoration to God's service.

Jesus Restores a Defeated Disciple Sermon # 1 in After Easter Series: Close Encounters with the Risen Lord Chuck Sligh April 8, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Today, we will be looking at several passages of Scripture ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of An Indestructible Life Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 12, 2018

If you want to grow up as you grow old, depend on Jesus, your permanent, superior, and powerful High Priest.

An old Disney film, called The Kid, is the story of a successful, high-powered image consultant named Russ (played by Bruce Willis). Russ lives an empty life, but one day, Rusty (played by Spencer Breslin) shows up at his home. Over time Russ comes to realize that this kid is actually Russ himself ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Flawed People And A Flawless God Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 13, 2018

A flawless God often uses flawed people to accomplish His will

ENGAGE This last week I listened to a podcast that featured an interview with Carlos Whittaker, a well-known contemporary Christian recording artist and worship leader who was caught up in a battle with pornography that led to an inappropriate relationship that removed him from that ministry and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Which Path Should I Take? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Bobby Oliver on Apr 16, 2018

The paths of the righteous and the unrighteous both have company, direction, and a destination.

Which Path Should I Take? Part 1 Psalm 1:1-6 - The Book of Psalms is one of my favorite books in the Bible because it’s full of treasure and a wealth of information. - In it, we find every kind of emotion… - Anger, sadness, happiness, fear, surprise, trust, and many more… - It contains prayers ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Investing Your Allotment Of Grace Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 15, 2018

Message 29 in our exposition of Romans exploring the command to invest the grace given each one in ministry.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Investing Your Allotment of Grace” I. Receive the gift of righteousness II. Apply the Gift of Righteousness III. Place of Israel in the God’s Plan of Salvation IV. Live the Gift of Righteousness A. Dedicate your body and soul to God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Scandal Of Grace Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 14, 2015

We celebrate the salvation of the thief on the cross, but it seems a little unfair. And that is the Scandal of Grace

They held his hands firmly against the un-planed timber and placed the rough iron spikes over the junction of his wrists. The roman centurion lifted the mall and drove the first spike home with one swing. The man bucked and twisted in agony as the metal pierced his wrist like white hot fire, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-42

Denomination: Wesleyan

Deliverance And Salvation Are The Same

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Nov 19, 2015

Much confusion abounds about deliverance because of our church culture. Let's go back to the Scriptures...

Introductory thoughts and questions. This study comes your way because one of you requested it. Please keep those requests coming in, and if I feel it is a subject I can and/or should be tackling, I will. Deliverance is a good Bible word, so yes, we should study it. But as always, we must study it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of Praise Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 22, 2015

Before Jesus comes again to conquer all of his enemies, all of heaven praises God, thus demonstrating the power of praise. So worship the Lord and win the war.

We live in a dangerous world today, so I thought you would appreciate Mark Moring’s advice on how to stay safe. After doing some “extensive research”, he suggests the following. Avoid riding in automobiles because they are responsible for 20 percent of all fatal accidents. Do ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Is Good, Good Enough?

Contributed by Wayne Du Toit on Dec 4, 2015

When is being good not good enough? How would you define being Good? (Not being as bad as the person next to you?)

Listen: http://www.wayneamydutoit.com/Wayne/is-good-good-enough/ {Desire – to change, motivating factors / consequences / benefits} I have heard people say that that are “good” people. That if there is a God and He is a God of love that He would not throw them into hell, because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Parable Of The Generous Landowner Series

Contributed by Dan Raymond on Dec 7, 2015

Since when does it make sense to pay the guys hired at the last hour the same as those hired at the beginning of the day. This is the 1st of 4 sermon that consider the astounding mathematics of grace.

Introduction Aeneas’ eyes snapped open from his deep sleep. He could hear the desert winds relentlessly blowing the trees outside and whistle through the cracks and crevices of the house. Years of working as a day laborer in the vineyards taught him what these winds meant. It was the time of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Christian Church

God With Us - Hope Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Dec 8, 2015

We learn from the words of Isaiah to Ahaz that we need to adjust our focus, anchor our faith and anticipate our future.

GOD WITH US – HOPE Years ago a submarine was rammed by another ship and quickly it sank to the bottom of the ocean. The entire crew was trapped inside that submarine. Many boats rushed to the disaster, but no one really knew what the submarine crew went through in those few hours ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:7-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Peace Of Immanuel Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 17, 2015

Find guidance and gladness, relief and rest, when you let Christ reign in your life.

In 2001, the Richards family of Canberra, Australia, set the Guinness World Record for the most holiday lights ever on a private residence – 331,038 bulbs, to be exact. It was a record that stood for more than a decade. Then, in 2012, Tim Gay and his family from LaGrangeville, New York, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Joy To The World

Contributed by Marc Phillips on Dec 18, 2015

We should carry our Joy in everything we do. Our joy is a gift of the Holy Spirit and when we are less than joyful we are squashing that spirit. Joy to the World is not just for Christmas, but for all year long!

Scripture is shared from the NASB... We just sang Joy to the World as a praise song, and I think we did a pretty good job of it. I’d like to try this exercise together if you would indulge me for a moment. Let’s sing that first verse again, only let’s do it with a scowl or a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-13

Denomination: Church Of God