Sermons on Positive Relationship:

A Falling Out Series

Contributed by Jon Lipka on Jul 8, 2014

Through covenants, God establishes a relationship with man that cannot be broken even when fellowship is hindered, so that when man falls away, God offers a way back.

Today we start a sermon series “Falling in Love Again.” Lent is the prenuptial period leading up to the great wedding banquet that begins on Maundy Thursday, that is consummated on Good Friday, and is proven unbreakable on Easter Sunday. As we begin “Falling in Love ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

Broken Windows Series

Contributed by Stu Hodges on Jun 11, 2013

Little broken things in our marriages and our relationships are actually inviting more and more things and bigger problems.

I heard about a woman who woke up the morning of Valentines Day and said “Honey, I had the most amazing dream last night. I had a dream that you gave me a beautifully wrapped box and inside the box there was a stunning diamond necklace. What do you think that means?” The husband just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Honor Your Father And Mother Series

Contributed by Michael Sawyer on Nov 16, 2013

This covers the commandment to honor our father and mother. Rather than looking from a legal standpoint or even looking at how they could do better as parents, the Bible is telling us that we are responsible for giving honor to those God has put over us.

Honor Your Father and Mother Exodus 20:12 "Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. With the start of the fifth commandment, we move from a framework of relationship to God and start to focus on the relationship we have ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

Draw Me Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 18, 2013

The SoS shows the development of a romantic-intimate relationship between the bridegroom & his bride.

The Secret of the Stairs Series “Draw Me” July 17, 2013 Introduction A The Song of Solomon is directed towards those who are already saved & have an understanding of Romans 6:11. Romans 6:11 (NASB) 11 Even so consider yourselves to be dead to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:4

Denomination: Baptist

An Overall View Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 18, 2013

Seeing our Lord as a bridegroom who is seeking the attention/affection of His bride helps us better understand the principles to get to know Him better - grow into spiritual maturity.

Secret of the Stairs Part 2 “An Overall View” 8/7/13 A Seeing our Lord as a bridegroom who is seeking the attention/affection of His bride helps us better understand the principles to get to know Him better - grow into spiritual maturity. 1 We’ll know/better understand His voice, ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 7:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Single Eye Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 18, 2013

Doves are similar to pigeons, but the dove has a very unusual quality - single eye. A dove doesn’t have side vision... why they are referred to as “love birds.” When it sets it’s gaze upon another dove it sees nothing else - it’s not easily distracted.

Secret of the Stairs Pt 3 A Single Eye Aug. 21, 2013 A In about a week, dove season will come here in Illinois. 1 Doves are similar to pigeons, but the dove has a very unusual quality - single eye. a A dove doesn’t have side vision... why they are referred to as “love ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:15

Denomination: Baptist

Activating A Sustainable Prayer Life Series

Contributed by Era Eternity on Oct 28, 2021

Knowledge is a revealer of secrets. Seek true knowledge, for until you know you'll remain ignorant. Ignorance is a careless attitude of life. ...those who know their God - will be strong and do exploits..(Daniel 11:32b). Knowledge is life

Key Text: Luke 22:31-32 [31]And the Lord said, “Simon, Simon! Indeed, Satan has asked for you, that he may sift you as wheat. [32]But I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail; and when you have returned to Me, strengthen your brethren.” _________________________ From our key text ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:32-37, Luke 18:1, Proverbs 23:26, Job 22:21, Matthew 26:40-41  (view more)  (view less)

Uncharted : Abraham's Call Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 30, 2021

Walking with Christ begins a journey that is uncharted. This series deals with many areas we find out selves in the process.

Title: Uncharted: Abraham’s Call Theme: Showing how Abraham began the journey with God. Text: Genesis 12:1 – 9 Introduction Genesis 12:1 Now the Lord said to Abram: "Get out of your country, From your family And from your father's house, To a land that I will show you. The story of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9, 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Church Of God

The Connections Of Father, Son, And The Disciples Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 13, 2022

This passage is flooded with information about the connections between the Father, the Son, and the disciples. What specifically can we learn from it?

- [Probably best to do on a Wednesday evening – lots of points.] - This passage is dense. Lots going on. It’s deep and complex. - One of the things worth pulling from this passage: there is an almost overwhelming about of information on the connections between Father, Son, and the disciples. - ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-26

Denomination: Baptist

Family Relatioships

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 13, 2021

This passage of scripture follows the one that spoke of what we should PUT ON and PUT OFF in our Christian lives. There are some things that are in our spiritual wardrobe, that are unbecoming to us to wear as Christians.

Illus: It is unbecoming for any man to wear a pair of orange pants with green stripes, and a purple shirt with polka dots. If a man insists on wearing such an outfit, people are going to laugh at him behind his back. Today a lot of folks are laughing behind the backs of some Christians. Paul ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Contact Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 23, 2022

Ladders are useful tools in our daily life. However, if you haven’t learned the “Ladder Lessons”, then you won’t take advantage of their ability to take us to new heights.

I. Introduction I know ladders are not uncommon or awe inspiring. They are simply an everyday tool that we use to reach heights that we would otherwise be unable to reach. So, there is nothing really mind blowing about that. However, because they are so common and because most of you have used a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:8, 1 Chronicles 23:28-31, 1 Peter 2:5, Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Prophet Malachi

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 27, 2022

A mirror is a very revealing thing. It generally shows whatever is in front of it . . .freckles, wrinkles, warts, dirt and etc...

However, many of us have gone to a place like the State Fair and they would have the Mirror house as one of the side shows. In the mirror house they had all kinds of mirrors. • Some of these mirrors would make us look short when we were tall. • Some of these mirrors would make us look skinny when ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

Nobody's Perfect: The Story Of The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Marty Baker on Feb 14, 2022

We all make mistakes. All of us have areas that we struggle in. It's easy to be defined by one mistake in life. One mistake does not define you. God is bigger than your mistakes.

Everyone’s Welcome, Nobody’s Perfect, Anything’s Possible #2 Nobody’s Perfect Dr. Marty Baker / Luke 15 / February 13, 2022 Good morning. Welcome you to Stevens Creek Church. I am so glad that you are here. I want to welcome those in our South Campus, our Dream Center Experience and in our new ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Steps To A Better Life: The Ten Commandments, Part #2

Contributed by Marty Baker on Feb 14, 2022

The Ten Commandments teach us to love God and love people. We are not saved by them, but we are kept safe by them.

Part #2 Steps to a Better Life A Study of the Ten Commandments Welcome to the Stevens Creek Church. We are glad to have you here and I especially want to welcome our South Campus and our online campus. Let me know that you are watching … share it on social media. We are so glad that you are ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Bringing God Pleasure

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 20, 2022

Every day when we get up, we have choices to make. One of those choices is “How will I conduct myself today?” In "Bringing God Pleasure" Pastor Jonathan addresses specific choices we can make that will bring God pleasure throughout the day.

Launch Verse – Isaiah 46:9-10 INTRODUCTION • The Scriptures talk a lot about what brings pleasure to God. o Every day when we get up, we have choices to make. One of those choices is, “How will I conduct myself today?” • Isaiah 46:9-10 – Remember the former things long past, For I am God, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 46:9-10, Hebrews 10:6, Isaiah 53:10, Isaiah 42:1, Colossians 1:19, John 3:16, Ezekiel 18:23, Luke 15:7, Philippians 2:13, Psalm 84:11, Psalm 37:23, Psalm 35:26-28, Psalm 149:4, Psalm 17:7-9, Psalm 22:8, Deuteronomy 3:22, Psalm 46:1, Psalm 144:2, Psalm 16:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God