Sermons on Performing:

Teamwork Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 31, 2001

The 6th key to unlocking the door of revival is teamwork and when the team players understand the following statement then we will have another key to unlocking revival. “The Church (TEAM) does not exist for the member, rather the member exists for the ch

7 keys to Revival - Sermon 6 – Teamwork Cartoon – of church watching to much football. Opening Illustration: Movie Clip on Teamwork – From Remember the Titans. Movie is focused on bringing together different cultures and race and developing them into a team. The coaches do this by hard work and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1, Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Perfect Gift For Christmas

Contributed by Mike Hays on Dec 20, 2001

Many are searching for the perfect gift for their loved ones this Christmas, but God has a gift for us that will wear out or lose it power -- His mercies are new every morning.

The Perfect Gift For Christmas Luke 1:39-56 Time is running out. You only have a few days left to shop. I know you want to get the perfect gift for your loved ones this Christmas. As your pastor, I feel a special responsibility to help so I have searched the catalogs, Christmas flyers, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is God?

Contributed by John Covell on Oct 17, 2001

God says we need him and, even though we might not often think of it in these terms, we wish we didn’t need God. We don’t want to need God.

A few weeks ago, I was given a list of 75 questions asked by our elementary kids about God. One of them was, “Where is God?” A few astronauts have said that there must not be a God because they’ve been out in space, and they didn’t see him there. Some say God’s in the earth, he’s in the rocks, he’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Mark 5:24-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going All The Way! Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 10, 2001

As we study the early part of the book of Joshua today - I want us each to consider what it means for us to cross over ‘our’ spiritual Jordan AND go ALL the way with God (Real People - True Stories - part six)

"Joshua, Going All The Way...." Real People - TRUE Stories Part 6 TEXT: JOSHUA 1-4 [1:1-9] I am sure that most of us have heard the expression that Almost only counts in horse shoes and hand grenades. To almost hit your target with a grenade or to almost get a ringer, sometimes is good ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wardrobe Witness

Contributed by Nathan Robertson, Jr. on Dec 14, 2000

This is a paper on the role of clothes in the Christian witness from two of the early church fathers.

WARDROBE WITNESS One topic being raised in almost every area of society is what constitutes proper attire. There is an apparent relevance of attire in schools, workplaces, nightclubs, private beaches, and even churches. Some people have suggested that if students dressed in uniforms there would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:3-5, 1 Timothy 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Wardrobe Witness

Contributed by Nathan Robertson, Jr. on Dec 14, 2000

This is paper concerning the role the Christian Wardrobe plays in our Witness

WARDROBE WITNESS One topic being raised in almost every area of society is what constitutes proper attire. There is an apparent relevance of attire in schools, workplaces, nightclubs, private beaches, and even churches. Some people have suggested that if students dressed in uniforms there would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9, 1 Peter 3:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Disappointing Messiah

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

The Messiah many are looking for is quite different than the Messiah who came to us in Jesus.

The Disappointing Messiah John 12:12-19 Jack was raised in the church. He frequented Sunday school and worship services each Sunday with his family. He had learned all of the famous stories of the heroes of the Bible. He had heard of the times that God had intervened in the lives of His committed ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Crisis Of Belief

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

Without faith it is impossible to please God.

The Crisis Of Belief Hebrews 11:6 6And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. Hebrews 11:6 This is the third week of our "Sharing the Gifts" stewardship focus for this year. I am ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Please Let God Double Your Money & Your Joy

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 5, 2003

This is a sermon on giving to the work of the Lord.

Please Let God Double Your Money And Your Joy GNLCC 10/19/2003 Deuteronomy 28:1-14 Luke 12:13-21 Today, we’re going to talk about money. Money is one thing that can cause us to lose our minds. Jack Benny was a comedian in years past, and Jack prided himself on what a cheapskate he was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, Deuteronomy 28:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Romance The Stone! - 1 Peter 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 14, 2004

We as Christians should seek to romance the precious stone like we seek to romance the lovers in our lives.

Romance the Stone! I Peter Chapter 2 Part 2 of series on Peter Thesis: We as Christians should seek to romance the precious stone like we seek to romance the lovers in our lives. Scripture Text: 1 Peter 2:1-25 1Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Running On Empty Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 16, 2003

Following Jesus will cause us to feel overwhemled because we will want to meet other people’s needs, but when we give Jesus what we have, God multiplies its effect far beyond our expectations.

I know what some of you are thinking today. Some of you are thinking, "Only 17 shopping days left before Christmas." Others of you are wondering just how you’re going to get that Christmas letter out in time. You’re thinking, "Perhaps it should be a New Year’s letter instead." Let’s face it: This ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:31-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chasing After ...fame Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Jul 22, 2003

We chase after meaning in the same idols that the Teacher of Ecclesiastes did. Ultimately he found no satisfaction in acclaim & recognition ...nor will we.

American Idols: Contestant #2- "Star Wannabe" Ecclesiastes 1:11 We are continuing our quest to discover America’s #1 ‘Idol’ tonight! If you were here last week, you’ll remember that we interviewed "Ben A. Workaholic" who is our 1st contestant for the coveted title of "America’s #1 Idol" and he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9, Ecclesiastes 1:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A God Who Gives Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

The Christmas narrative is in danger of being relegated to a sweet story that is just read once a year. Some of us have heard it so much that we’re no longer moved by the magnitude of the Majesty becoming a man. We must never forget that this is holy hi

A God Who Gives As we prepare for Christmas, sometimes I wonder if we have allowed the Savior to be stolen from our celebrations. We’ve sterilized the spiritual and been inoculated by the familiarity of the nativity. “Merry Christmas” has been replaced with “Happy Holidays.” Have you noticed ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:26-38, Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From A Leper Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 3, 2003

We all have a deadly problem only Jesus can fix. When we admit our need and cry out for Jesus, stepping out in faith, we receive the power to accomplish the directions God gives us according to the Bible.

Lessons from a Leper Luke 17:11-19 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Have you ever had a totally lousy day? I read about a man who was sitting in a bar, looking at his drink. He stayed like that for half-an-hour. Then, a big trouble-making truck driver stepped up next to him, grabbed the drink from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Jews And Muslims Worshipping Christ The Lord

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 2, 2007

A review of the transformation of semitic fighting during the Millennial reign of Christ the Lord.

“In that day there will be five cities in the land of Egypt that speak the language of Canaan and swear allegiance to the LORD of hosts. One of these will be called the City of Destruction. “In that day there will be an altar to the LORD in the midst of the land of Egypt, and a pillar to the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 19:18-25

Denomination: Baptist