Sermons on Power Of Praise:

How To Hate Sin

Contributed by Craig Cramblet on Nov 22, 2004

Adapted from a Puritan message from the 1800’s, this contains a pointed and practical challenge to God’s people to "hate what is evil."

“Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.” Romans 12:9 “When you have finished committing sin, sin is not finished with you. The first cost is high, but it is only the down payment. You keep paying in your conscience, in your body, in the suffering you produce for your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do We See God In Little Situations?

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Nov 28, 2004

God is everywhere, but we don’t always see him in our everyday lives.

Do We See God in Little Situations? A good part of our failure as followers of Christ lies, it seems, in our inability to see our mighty Savior as One who is interested, and capable of helping, in the little situations of everyday life. Our thoughts of Him, in relation to our need, are on such a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Exiles In The Corporate World Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 30, 2004

Daniel is our example of how to live as exiles in the marketplace.

Singing the Songs of the Lord in a Strange Land November 14, 2004 Daniel 4 Exiles in the Corporate World Read the Story What the story teaches us, from Nebuchadnezzar’s point of view is pretty simple – Pride comes before a fall. Nebuchadnezzar fails to recognize that he has been placed where ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: *other

Advent - Guess Who's Coming For Dinner?turning Advent Into Adventure.

Contributed by John Gullick on Dec 8, 2004

A sermon about preparing oneself for the coming of Christ at Christmas and into our lives in General.

Some years ago there was a popular wall hanging that hung in many homes it said. Christ is the head of this house, the unseen guest at every meal the silent listener to every conversation. Guess who’s coming for dinner. In 1967 there was a acadamy award winning movie called guess who’s coming ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

No Neutrality

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 10, 2004

There are no spiritual mugwumps. You are one one side or the other. Do you know which one?

No Neutrality As a retired soldier and a bit of a history buff I know a little about warfare. I also know that in every war there are people who do not want to get involved for various reasons. They may be theological or political pacifists or just folks too young or too old to participate. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:30

Denomination: Baptist

The Family Tree Of Jesus Part 2 Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

· Ruth represents the friendless ones who are victims of prejudice and poverty · Bathsheba represents those who have fallen into sin and must live with its consequences

The Family Tree of Jesus Ruth and Bathsheba Matthew 1:1-17 Scripture Reading: Ruth 1:8-18 INTRODUCTION: Last week and this week, we’re looking at the lives of 4 women who are listed in Jesus’ family tree. Why were these specific women named in Matthew chapter 1 as ancestors of Jesus? ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:8-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Family Tree Of Jesus Part 1 Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

· Tamar represents those who are forsaken and lonely · Rahab represents those who are fearful of the future

The Family Tree of Jesus Tamar and Rahab Matthew 1:1-17 INTRODUCTION: The Christmas season is upon us. For most of us that means Christmas cards, Christmas shopping, Christmas cooking, and, of course, Christmas trees. You might be surprised to discover that there was a Christmas tree ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Giving With Attitude

Contributed by Fred Mueller on Dec 16, 2004

A sermon asking the church to examine its attitude toward giving.

Hillsborough Reformed Church at Millstone Preached at South Branch Ref. Ch. As Guest steward Pentecost XX October 17, 2004 Mt. 6:19-21, II Cor. 9:6-15 “Giving with Attitude” This morning I would like to talk to you about a few of the Bibles principles of stewardship. For some, they may come as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Santa Clause - Christmas At The Movies Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 20, 2004

Scott Calvin (Tim Allen) "put on" the Santa suit and it changed his life forever. The Bible tells us that we "put on" something as well that changes our lives.

Show film clip from “Santa Clause” - Where Tim Allen is in the Doctor’s Office receiving a check up and complains about the changes that have taken place in his life – about an hour into the movie) OPEN: A couple of nights ago, my daughter came downstairs in tears. Her brother had informed her - ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Was God Thinking?

Contributed by Scott Miller on Dec 21, 2004

Why did Jesus come to earth the way he did?

Have you ever heard stories on the news that made you go huh? Stories of people doing strange and somewhat peculiar, if not downright stupid, things? Those things that make you think maybe Darwin wasn’t totally wrong, but that there are members of society evolving in the opposite direction? People ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:2-5

Denomination: Holiness

Secrets Of Being An Overcomer

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 26, 2004

How Christians can be more successful in overcoming the tactics of Satan in daily life.

August 1, 2004 Impact #5 Iliff and Saltillo UM “Secrets of Being an Overcomer” Joshua 8:1-8, 30-35 and 9:3-15 INTRODUCTION: The book of Joshua describes how God’s people possessed the land He had given them. It tells of victories as well as defeat. It is a book of history, and it is ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Freedom From Hopelessness Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 28, 2004

To overcome a seemingly hopeless situation, you need to (1) get to the right person, (2) assume a right posture, and (3) maintain the right perspective.

We thank God for Jesus Christ - who frees us from SIN and everything that comes with it. Our burden of guilt, of hopelessness, and a meaningless life - and we are no longer BOUND. This FREEDOM gives us renewed purpose for life, we experience a different kind of peace and joy in this freedom. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Freedom From Hopelessness Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 28, 2004

To overcome a seemingly hopeless situation, you need to (1) get to the right person, (2) assume a right posture, and (3) maintain the right perspective.

We thank God for Jesus Christ - who frees us from SIN and everything that comes with it. Our burden of guilt, of hopelessness, and a meaningless life - and we are no longer BOUND. This FREEDOM gives us renewed purpose for life, we experience a different kind of peace and joy in this freedom. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Is Death The End? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 30, 2004

Is there hope for eternal life.

INTRODUCTION • Picture if you will a young couple. They have been dating for a long time. The man is thinking about asking this young lady he has been dating to marry him. The young lady is wondering if the young man is ever going to ask the question. • Finally the question is asked, “Will you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship 24/7

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Aug 2, 2004

Christianity is more than what we do in a church building on Sunday morning. It needs to be lived 24/7.

WORSHIP 24/7 John 12:1-11 INTRODUCTION: A. How would you describe your relationship and your commitment to Jesus Christ right now? It would be great if we were all 100% committed to Jesus Christ. It would be great is we would all commit ourselves to the vow which says... VOW:"I will do ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ