Sermons on Peanuts:

Committed To The Son

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 25, 2006

1- Committed to His Position 2- Committed to His Life

INTRO. – ILL.- Sometime ago a woman who had just returned from a trip to Mexico called the Los Angeles police to report that a rattlesnake was loose in her overnight bag. Police went to investigate. They approached the bag, which the woman had heaved out of a window onto the sidewalk. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pure And Holy Son Of God Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 11, 2007

Stations of the Cross, Station 6

PURE AND HOLY SON OF GOD (MATTTHEW 27:39-44, LUKE 23:39-44) Three pastors went to the pastor's convention and were all sharing one room. The first pastor said, “Let's confess our secret vices one to another. I'll start - my secret vice is I just love to gamble. When I go out of town, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:39-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Privilege Has Its Membership Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 18, 2007

Jacob, Pt. 1

JACOB: WRESTLING WITH GOD AND MAN Jacob was a clever and crafty, colorful, calculative and complex character. Jacob is not our model, neither are his methods and marriages. In his quest for greatness, his motivation was indefensible, his mistakes were glaring and his misery dogged him. However, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus, The Prince Of Peace

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Dec 21, 2007

In this sermon you will consider the phrase, Jesus the Prince of Peace, taken from Isaiah 9:6.

In beginning I would like to share the story behind one of our favorite Christmas hymns, “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day.” At the time of it’s writing Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was happy in his life, enjoying a widening recognition, and elated over the election of Abraham Lincoln. He believed ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Pure And Holy Son Of God Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 26, 2007

Stations of the Cross, Pt. 6

PURE AND HOLY SON OF GOD (MATTTHEW 27:39-44, LUKE 23:39-44) Three pastors went to the pastor's convention and were all sharing one room. The first pastor said, “Let's confess our secret vices one to another. I'll start - my secret vice is I just love to gamble. When I go out of town, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:39-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Repentance

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Jun 28, 2007

According to the New Testament, there’s a difference between repentance and remorse.Part of the problem may be our mistake in thinking that sorrow and confession are enough to produce change. Another part is the misunderstanding of the process of change-

Repentance Many changes come naturally as we mature. Sometimes, though, negative habits form deep ruts, and it seems we can’t change, no matter how much we want to. Friends urge us to alter our course and warn us of dangers ahead if we don’t. We read in Scripture about God’s path of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church At Thessalonica Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 30, 2006

Lessons we can learn from those at the Thessalonian Church.

Warnings, Exaltations & Instructions: The Church at Thessalonica 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 A few years ago, I had the privilege of going to a Penguin’s game at the Mellon Arena with a few of my friends. As we waited for the game to begin, we decided to go to our favorite food stand to get the game ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church In Jerusalem Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 30, 2006

A reminder about how we need to seek God.

Warnings, Exaltations, & Instructions – The Church in Jerusalem James 4:7 - 10 Did you ever read the Bible and become jealous of the relationship between God and the people you read about in it? Let me give you a few examples. Think about Adam and Eve. Not only did God provide a garden ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living The Life.

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jan 12, 2007

Message on Christian character traits of conduct, unity and courage.

Phil 1:27 –2:4. “Living the life in 2007 ” . We all make New Year resolutions: hopes – dreams – expectations – what are yours for 2007? Lets be honest it doesn’t always work out – often the unexpected happens. Plans change - we may experience bereavement in 2007 – face ridicule in 2007 – our ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Fear In An Age Of Terrorism Series

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Feb 19, 2007

What are the effects of fear, and what is the solution to fear?

Let me give you a test. In your Sunrise Update this morning you’ll find some notes you can use to follow along with the message. And at the beginning of those notes you’ll find a list of 20 fears/phobias. Some, you’re probably familiar with. Others, you’ve probably never heard of. Take a look at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Wesleyan

New Year's Resolutions Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 5, 2008

Those who know the grace of God in salvation must make it their aim to please the Lord.

Scripture Introduction Imagine I have in my hand an Xbox cartridge. Would that be a good Christmas present for my kids? It is expensive, but it is not valuable. Why not? Because we do not have an Xbox. A great gift is not valued if it cannot be received. God wants to give us a gift this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lead Others To Know God

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jan 31, 2006

The Apostle Paul’s message to the men of Athens at the Areopagus gives us a model for sharing Christ with others. We start with their natural knowledge of God and transition to the revealed knowledge of God.

What is the “natural knowledge” of God? Since our “examination / confirmation Sunday” is just over a month away I hope that one of our confirmands can answer that question. What is the “natural knowledge” of God? The “natural knowledge” of God is what all people know about God from nature and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is Love, Really?

Contributed by David Mcgowin on Feb 9, 2006

You may recall the story of the Velveteen Rabbit...

What is Love, Really? 1 John 4:7-12 11/13/05 You may recall the story of the Velveteen Rabbit who wanted to know what it meant to be real. He was a new toy and wasn’t like many of the other toys in the nursery of the house. He was looked at as different because he was shiny and new and all the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Methodist

Do You Just Talk A Good Game?

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 13, 2005

Following Christ calls for realistic action and not just rhetorical rambling

(Based on a message by James W. Moore taken from his book Yes, Lord, I Have Sinned But I Have Several Excellent Excuses) TEXT: MATTHEW 23:23-28 TITLE: “DO YOU JUST TALK A GOOD GAME?” INTRODUCTION: A. Friday was Veteran’s Day 1. Recognize veterans ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Developing A Life Of Gratitude

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 13, 2005

A Thanksgiving holiday message teaching thanksgiving as a way of life

(adapted from a message by Darryl Dash entitled The Ultimate Lifestyle: Living Gratefully) SPECIAL DAY: THANKSGIVING TEXT: HEBREWS 12:28 TITLE: “DEVELOPING A LIFE OF GRATITUDE” INTRODUCTION: A. An older fellow came into the post office with a post card in his hand. He ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ