Sermons on Power Grab:

Funeral Eulogy Sermantha Gillespie

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 21, 2002

This the funeral service for my wife’s mother. She died knowing the Lord.

Sermantha Mary Dubose Gillespie Death first appeared in the Garden of Eden when Adam and Eve disobeyed God. It was a frightening concept to them and has been for most of humankind ever since. But even before Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Communicating Christ Effectively

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 4, 2002

Paul had four qualities that enabled him to effectively communicate Christ which we also need.

COMMUNICATING CHRIST EFFECTIVELY Acts 17:16-34 INTRO.- ILL.- A stranger entered the church in the middle of the sermon and seated himself in the back pew. After a while he began to fidget. Leaning over to a white-haired man at his side, evidently an old member of the congregation, he whispered: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Growing In Grace

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Mar 12, 2002

"Growing in Grace" is a practical step by step topical teaching that encourages growth in a ’how to’ manner. Full of crisp, relevant contemporary language and illustrations. A transition to communion is included at the close.

"Growing in Grace" II Peter 3:18 Pastor Bob Hunter Intro: As many of you know our newborn baby is 10 days old now. And it’s really quit amazing, because we can already see some growth taking place. When a newborn baby arrives, a small amount of initial weight loss occurs. In the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Holiness

The Outreach Factor

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 16, 2002

The Christian needs to understand that we must reach out to our society because it is a matter of life and death. We cannot sit back and let the vices of the world destroy the people in our community.

The Outreach Factor Jared DEA director of Polk County will share on the problem with drug use and abuse in our county. Thesis: The Christian needs to understand that we must reach out to our society because it is a matter of life and death. We cannot sit back and let the vices of the world ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17, Matthew 9:35-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Is A Hold Up Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 18, 2002

We are to support one another.

THIS IS A HOLD UP Galatians 5:25-6:5 S: Encouragement and support Th: Grace-Full Living Pr: WE ARE TO SUPPORT ONE ANOTHER. ?: How? KW: Ways TS: In our study of Galatians 5:25-6:5, we will find four ways we can support one another. The _____ way we can support one another is… I. LIVE IT UP ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Wise Up About Sharing Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jun 18, 2002

Four reasons why it is wise to share what we have with those in need around us.

Note: This sermon was introduced with a drama sketch called "The Offering" People share what they have for very different reasons, as we saw illustrated in the drama. Some people share what they have out of guilt. Others share what they have to be seen by others. But still other people give out of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:21, Luke 6:27-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The First Christians Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jun 28, 2002

This sermon looks at three characteristics of the church in Antioch that teach us about church growth.

The First Christians Acts 11:19-29 June 30, 2002 Intro: A. [illustration] John Bisagno former Pastor of Houston’s First Baptist Church tells the story of his coming there to candidate for the position of pastor many years ago. He said that as he entered the auditorium it was dimly lit, with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Gospel Is God's Favorite "Joke,” To Tell Humankind.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jul 6, 2002

July 14, 2002 -- EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST --Proper 10 Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 Color: Green Matthew 13: 1-23 Title: “The Gospel is God’s favorite “joke,” to tell humankind.”

July 14, 2002 -- EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST --Proper 10 Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 Color: Green Matthew 13: 1-23 Title: “The Gospel is God’s favorite “joke,” to tell humankind.” The Parable of the Sower 13 That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat beside the sea. 2Such great crowds gathered ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23, Romans 8:1

Denomination: Lutheran

What The Church Should Be

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 13, 2002

The apostle Paul describes what the church should be in the book of I Thessalonians.

WHAT THE CHURCH SHOULD BE INTRO.- ILL.- The sermon was longer than usual on this particular Sunday morning. Little Johnny was getting more restless by the minute. Finally, in what was supposed to be a whisper, Johnny blurted out, "IF WE GIVE HIM THE MONEY NOW WILL HE LET US LEAVE!" ILL.- That’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is God's Will For My Life? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 25, 2002

Many have asked the question, “What is God’s will for my life?” and when God has answered they have chosen to ignore it, denied it’s God or even been to afraid to do it. But our relationship with God is the determining factor of whether we do God’s will o

What is God’s Will for My Life? - Part 1 Thesis: Many have asked the question, “What is God’s will for my life?” and when God has answered they have chosen to ignore it, denied it’s God or even been to afraid to do it. But our relationship with God is the determining factor of whether we do God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"homeward Bound"

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Aug 1, 2002

The parable of the Prodigal Son is perhaps the most famous of all of the Lord’s parables. But are we truly understanding the full significance of this amazing message of love and mercy?

“Homeward Bound” In the United States today, it is estimated that between one and two million teenagers run away from home every year. Of course, there are many different reasons why these children choose to leave their homes. Many are simply the products of very ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Choice Of A New Generation

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002

We all need to recommit ourselves to the choice of serving God.

Introduction: I heard about a husband who really enjoyed the meat his wife had served for dinner one night. He asked her, "What did you marinate this in?" Well, his wife immediately went into a long explanation about how much she loved him and how life wouldn’t be the same without him, and so ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Investing In Eternity

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 15, 2003

Jesus taught us to invest our finances wisely for His honor and glory and for the good of those we love.

Matthew 6:19-21 Investing in Eternity Introduction For the past several weeks, we’ve been considering some things the Bible has to say concerning personal finances, that is, the money God has entrusted to you and me. We’ve considered giving, stewardship, debt, and today we are going to talk about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21, Colossians 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Leaders Make A Difference Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Feb 16, 2003

The first in the Lessons in Leadership series this message illustrates the perserverance needed in every leader’s life.

Lessons in Leadership Part One: “Leaders Make a Difference” Professor: Noah, the son of Lamech ©Larry L. Thompson (2003) Text: Hebrews 11:7 (NIV) “By faith Noah, when warned about things not yet seen, in holy fear built an ark to save his family. By his faith he condemned the world and became ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Baptist

God's Word About Sex, Divorce, & Singleness Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Mar 7, 2003

The purpose of this sermon is to teach God’s Word about these areas and inspire obedience to it.

1 Corinthians God’s Word About Sex, Divorce, & Singleness 1 Corinthians 7 March 9, 2003 Intro: A. [Citation: Ben Merold, Pastor of Harvester Christian Church, in St. Charles, MO.} Ben Merold, Pastor of Harvester Christian Church in St. Louis, Mo., tells of two Christians, a man and a woman, who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational