Sermons on Performing:

"Follow Thou Me"

Contributed by William Young on Aug 25, 2001

The Master’s Instruction carry with it specific Implications that we must follow

“FOLLOW THOU ME” John 21:18-22 Introduction: 1. This command was meant primarily to call Peter to another locality. 2. As evidence of this, John followed the two. 3. In later life, Peter gave it spiritual significance a. 1 Peter 2:21-24 4. It is in THAT LIGHT, that we shall consider the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:18-22, 1 Peter 2:21-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lystras Of Life

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: There is a way to keep walking back into the Lystras of life.

Thesis: There is a way to keep walking back into the Lystras of life. Intro.: 1. Illust. "May the road rise up to meet you; May the wind be always at your back; May the sun shine warm upon your face; The rains fall soft upon your fields; And, until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:18-20

Lessons From The History Of Israel Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE LESSONS OF HISTORY CAN HELP US ESCAPE THE FUTILITY OF CYCLES OF DISOBEDIENCE AND DISCIPLINE

BIG IDEA: THE LESSONS OF HISTORY CAN HELP US ESCAPE THE FUTILITY OF CYCLES OF DISOBEDIENCE AND DISCIPLINE (:1-8) INTRODUCTION - LESSONS OF HISTORY NEED TO BE SHARED WITH THE NEXT GENERATION A. (:1-4) Lessons of History Communicate a Positive Message 1. It is important to listen closely to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-72

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Gospel

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

Gospel means "good news." Several translations use the words "good news" in place of the word "gospel." The Living Bible says, "This Good News that came to you is going out all over the world and is changing lives everywhere." Isn’t it good to know we hav

THE GOSPEL TEXT: Colossians 1:6 INTRODUCTION: THE GOSPEL 1. Gospel means "good news." 2. Several translations use the words "good news" in place of the word "gospel." 3. The Living Bible says, "This Good News that came to you is going out all over the world and is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:6

Pride And Prejudice Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Jan 26, 2002

Two attitudes displayed in two sons, that kept each of them from receiving the joy God intended for them.

In 1884 a young man died, and after the funeral his grieving parents decided to establish a memorial to him. With that in mind they met with Charles Eliot, president of Harvard University. Eliot received the unpretentious couple into his office and asked what he could do. After they expressed their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Luke 15:11-15

Denomination: Other

Faith's Explosive Power

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Apr 27, 2004

How to live a peaceful, victorious life by believing the five dynamics of faith outlines in this message.

Faith’s Explosive Power Mark 11:20-25 GOD HAS GIVEN US DIRECTIONS FOR EVERYTHING RELATING TO OUR SPIRITUAL LIVES. Whether its evangelism, baptism, the Lord’s Supper, tithing, witnessing, or worshipping, God has given us a plan. Follow His plan and have success. Leave ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:20-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Qualifications Of Deacons

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 6, 2004

A message concerning the calling and responsibilities of Deacons.

The Qualifications of a Deacon July 13, 2003 1 Timothy 3:8-13 Sunday AM Intro: “Everything rises and falls on Leadership.” Setting: The Ephesian church had been blessed w/ great leadership. Acts 20 tells us it was founded by Paul who later turned it over to Timothy. During his time in Ephesus, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:3-15

Denomination: Baptist

Other Sheep Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on May 5, 2003

Jesus speaks of drawing other sheep into his fold, thus calling us to be an inclusive, welcoming church.

Sermon for 4 Easter Yr B, 11/04/2003 Based on Jn 10:16 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “I have other sheep that do not belong to this fold. I must bring them also, and they will listen to my voice. So there will be one flock, one shepherd.” ...read more

Scripture: John 10:16

Denomination: Lutheran

No Fear (The 3 Hebrew Children)

Contributed by Gregory Curtis on May 13, 2003

II Timothy 1:7 tells us that God does not give us a spirit of fear. How can we keep from fear and anxiety? Three teenagers show us in Daniel chapter 3...

NO FEAR II Timothy 1:7 "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but a spirit of power, of love, and of self discipline" Daniel 1:1-7 - Described as "young men" in verse 4. Probably 15-20 years old. - From wealthy, influential families. From stable, noble backgrounds. - Good looking, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7-8, Daniel 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Two Great Hopes

Contributed by Jerry Smith on May 20, 2003

This sermon shows the need to allow Jesus to transform us after He saves us.

Two Great Hopes 1 Peter 1:3 3Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, There are many hopes that Jesus has for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracle On Manger Street

Contributed by Johnny Bley on Dec 12, 2001

This sermon explains the four aspects of the miracle of Christ’s birth: virgin, becoming human, being savior, and belief.

The Miracle on Manger Street Luke 2:7 Most of us are familiar with the old movie, “Miracle on 34th Street.” It is the story of how Santa Claus was defended in court in New York. It is a cute story of how lives were touched and changed by a little old man in a red suit. Well, the “Miracle on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-20

Denomination: Baptist

Study3 - Revelation Series

Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 18, 2001

Study three of the Book of Revelation.

Desirable” VI. Ephesus The chief city of the province of Asia. Ephesus was the jewel of Asia. A beautiful thriving metropolis, which at times had one to two million people, gathered in its streets. The side of one of the mountains had a theatre, which seated twenty thousand people. She had a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Mary Was The First To Carry The Gospel

Contributed by David Whitten on Dec 23, 2001

The Christmas story is amazing. It tells of our heavenly father’s love that leaves awe struck. Why? How?... We weren’t the first ones to ask such questions. Mary too wondered How such a thing could be. Now I know you likely have read this scripture for

Mary was the First to Carry the Gospel dsw@ucc12-23-01 The Christmas story is amazing. It tells of our heavenly father’s love that leaves awe struck. Why? How?... We weren’t the first ones to ask such questions. Mary too wondered How such a thing could be. Now I know you likely have read this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Have To Have The Nerve To Ask Series

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Jun 19, 2004

Where we see a problem, God sees potential for a miracle. We just have to have the nerve to ask God to do the impossible.

“You Have To Have The Nerve To Ask” Text: John 16:23 - And in that day ye shall ask me nothing. Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name, he will give it you. Intro: Jesus tells us that whatsoever we ask the Father in His name, the Father will give it to ...read more

Scripture: John 16:23

Denomination: Charismatic

Antithesis

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jul 7, 2003

This is about the "pause that refreshes"--the importance of taking time alone with God.

Antithesis Just suppose in our hurried state of mind, we took the time to re-interpret Psalm 23 in order to make it fit our twenty first century lifestyle. It might come out something like this... The clock is my dictator, I shall not rest. It makes me lie down only when exhausted. It leads ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan