Sermons on Pastor Appreciation Month:

The Neurology Of Faith: Loving God With All Of Your Mind

Contributed by Mark Batterson on May 28, 2008

Ralph Waldo Emerson, “The religion that is afraid of science dishonors God and commits suicide.” Science and religion aren’t enemies. They are allies. In a sense, every ology is a branch of theology.

For other sermon resources visit www.theaterchurch.com or www.chasethelion.com _________________________________ Ralph Waldo Emerson, “The religion that is afraid of science dishonors God and commits suicide.” Science and religion aren’t enemies. They are allies. In a sense, every ology is a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why The G12? Series

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 21, 2006

There is only one vision for the Harvest: the Father’s vision.

Matthew 28:19-20 NLT 19Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. 20Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fresh Start

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Mar 15, 2004

A sermon for the 4th Sunday in Lent

4th Sunday in Lent Luke 15: 1-3, 11b-32 A Fresh Start   "Now the tax collectors and sinners were all drawing near to hear him. And the Pharisees and the scribes murmured, saying, "This man receives sinners and eats with them." So he told them this parable:" Luke 15:1-3, RSV. "And he said, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Lutheran

How God Works In Our Lives

Contributed by Jay Robison on Mar 22, 2005

Looking at when David first comes on the Biblical scene; we see God Works in our lives by Giving Us Spiritual Gifts, Natural Abilities and in our circumstances.

HOW GOD WORKS IN OUR LIVES March 10, 2005 Jay Robison 1 SAMUEL 16:13-23 David is one of the heroes of the OT, wrote many Psalms A great King, one who dropped Goliath in his tracks Great military man, wise leader, won many battles Before all of that though David was the youngest of 8 sons A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive? Who Me?

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 31, 2005

We desire, and expect God’s forgiveness when we ask. But it is so hard to offer that forgiveness to others when they sin against us.

Forgive? Who Me? Matthew 18:21-35 I remember this story about a famous person in American history, and for the life of me, I can’t remember who it was. Anyway, this person was asked one Sunday afternoon about the worship service he attended that morning. “What did the preacher preach about?” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Methodist

An Angel Visits Mary Series

Contributed by John Bright on Mar 22, 2021

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Luke 1:26-38 This sermon fell on the Second Sunday of Advent

Sermon: “An Angel Visits Mary” Luke 1:26-38 A sermon for December 6, 2020 Pastor John Bright Luke 1 “26 Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, 27 to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. The virgin’s name ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 4:16-20

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Cure For Spring Fever

Contributed by Jimmy Stewart on Mar 21, 2003

The spring is coming, and we will be apt to let our work for the Lord cease, due to the fact we have better weather outside.

Jesus Cure for Spring Fever Mark 1:30-31 In a few days you are going to experience a time of change in our world, with the change of seasons. People are going to begin coming out of their shell and be alive. They will be found on lakes everywhere hoping to catch “the big one”. Lawn mowers and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:30-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Do The Magi's Gifts Mean Today?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 2, 2021

The gifts that the magi presented to the baby Jesus have metaphorical meaning. What do they mean today?

The story about the three magi visiting the baby Yeshua is a problematic story. If such an event took place, why is it only found in Matthew's Gospel? The idea of three magi traveling from Persia to Judea is fascinating. The narrative says that they followed the Bethlehem star. Many people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Grumble Or Grow! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 10, 2012

When life gets hard, don’t grumble; grow! Don’t test the Tester; trust Him to bring you through the test a better person.

A lawyer, a doctor, and a preacher went deer hunting together when along came a big buck. The three of them all shot at the same time, and immediately the buck dropped to the ground. They all rushed up to examine the deer, but couldn't determine whose shot had actually killed it. They were in ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"demonstrating Gratefulness"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 21, 2020

This is a sermon from a series I preached in the book of Luke.

Title: Demonstrating Gratefulness Script: Lk. 17:11-21 Where: GNBC 1-29-17 Type: Series – Part II Intro: A story is told of a man who was lost in the woods. Later, in describing the experience, he told how frightened he was and how he had even finally knelt and prayed. Someone asked, “Did ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Empty Promises Of Easter

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 24, 2005

The world gives us promises full of emptiness: the Lord gives us emptiness full of promise.

The Empty Promises of Easter (Developed from a message originally preached by Steven Kellett) Luke 24.1-11 March 27, 2005 Cheater, IL FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A About four years ago, I bought a bottle of a medication that promised to give me something back that I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Endurance: How To Be Smiling In The End Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 23, 2009

Endurance is a supernatural power in the life of believers.

Endurance: How to Be Smiling in the End Psalm 90:10-12 Feb. 8, 2009 FBC, Chester Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Endurance: The capability of sustaining prolonged stressful effort. 1 The Thing: (Ben Grimm) Changed on a genetic ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Believer's Baptism

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 20, 2012

The Baptism of the Holy Spirit isn’t just for me, but all believers have this baptism

Chester First Baptist Church May 2, 2012 Dr. Mike Fogerson A Personal Testimony 1 1 He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. Psalms 91:1-2 (KJV) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

So, When Will You Be Happy??

Contributed by Pete Katz on Dec 7, 2011

Why christians should be living a joyous and victorious life and how to get it.

So, when will you be happy? Take time to ponder this question. Is it the time when you receive that promotion you’ve been working hard for? Is it the time when you get married to your dream man/woman? Is it when you get your own house and lot? When? Psalm 16:11 You will show me the path ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Masada Mystery Part 1

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 14, 2013

If you go to Israel, wilderness, near lowest place on earth, Dead Sea. There is a plateau mountain, that in Biblical times served as a royal palace, Masada

The Masada Mystery Pt. 1 May 19th 2013 Dr. Mike Fogerson 24 "Seventy weeks have been decreed for your people and your holy city, to finish the transgression, to make an end of sin, to make atonement for iniquity, to bring in everlasting righteousness, to seal up vision and prophecy and to anoint ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:24-26

Denomination: Baptist