Sermons on Power Of Speaking In Tongues:

Use It Or Lose It

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 15, 2008

A sermon about using the gifts of God for God’s Kingdom.

Matthew 25:14-30 “Use It Or Lose It” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace UMC, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org Author Dan Kimball is quoted as saying: “You can’t do nothing. Whatever it is that you try, at least you will be able to stand before Christ one day and say ‘We gave it our best ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: United Methodist

At The Heart Of Thanks (Thanksgiving)

Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 20, 2008

At the heart of thanks is God’s grace encapsulated in a right understanding of ourselves in relation to God; humility.

“At The Heart of Thanks” I Chronicles 16:24-36 Introduction There was once a man who set out to have a well dug in his own house that he might draw water from it whenever he wished to drink. The experience of this man’s well, reminds me of what I perceive to be the rather encumbered faith of so ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:24-36

Denomination: Christian Church

Servanthood

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Nov 20, 2008

Qualification for leadership is based on dependance on Christ.

Servanthood 2 Timothy 3:1-7 Paul is writing to his younger friend serving in ministry. Timothy is not serving directly as a Pastor of a church like today. He is a combination of missionary, envoy, evangelist, preacher, teacher, overseer and recruiter. He was selected as a traveling companion ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Congregational

A Christmas Catalog

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Nov 24, 2008

The Word of God is a gift catalog and contains a list of priceless items that every person should avail themselves of.

A CHRISTMAS CATALOG Isaiah 9:6,7 MOST HOMES HAVE AT LEAST ONE CATALOG, if not more. They come regularly. They come often. They come without request. But when the advent season arrives, they descend upon us in droves. Every trip to the mailbox ends with an armload of these slick winter ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Amazing Feet Of Christ Your King

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 25, 2008

The Amazing Feet of Christ Your King 1) Once pierced; 2) Now prevailing; 3) Soon parading

Did you know that you can get insurance on your legs and feet? Yeah. Lloyds of London, one of the world’s largest and oldest insurance companies, will insure your lower limbs if you want. And that is what runway models, professional dancers, and premiere soccer players want. Some models won’t ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Get To Work!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 1, 2008

Get to Work! 1) Anticipating Jesus’ return 2) Focusing on your God-given tasks

How do you stir a sleeping giant? I suppose it depends on who or what that giant is. If the giant is a grizzly bear, the answer is: you don’t. It’s best to let such sleeping giants lie. But what if the giant is the Christian church? The author of a religious article recently commented that the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:32-37

Denomination: Lutheran

All I Want For Christmas Is...gold! Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Dec 5, 2008

What Birthday gift will you give Jesus? You would be wise to bring GOLD!

All I Want for Christmas is...Gold Matthew 2:1-11 When do you start your Christmas Shopping? • The Day After Christmas • The 4th of July • The Day School starts • Black Friday • ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas Matthew 2:1-11 1 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Silent Night, Holy Night Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Dec 9, 2008

Examining and applying the message of the Carol through the light of Scripture that all our nights may be appropriately silent and holy.

“Silent Night, Holy Night” Christmas Caroling In The Word – Message 2 Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, 12/7/2008 AM INTRODUCTION: Europe in the early 1800s was a place of great war, turmoil and upheaval. Even after the Napoleonic Wars officially ended in 1815, it’s effects continued ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Questions

Contributed by Sam Tollison on Dec 11, 2008

Some questions to explore this season.

Christmas Questions I. <VIDEO: “Why We Celebrate Christmas” II. <Evangel Article> PE: What is Christmas? Callie: It’s God’s birthday. Lexi: It’s Jesus’ birthday. Lauren: And it’s when Santa Claus comes to our house and brings us presents. Abby: It’s because Jesus was born. But He isn’t born ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Always Open!

Contributed by Lew Slade on Dec 22, 2008

What does it mean for us that the "Stone was rolled away"?

Always Open Have you ever set out on a journey not knowing what was in store? I remember when I was very young our family would catch a bus each year for our summer holiday. I had no idea where we were going or what it would be like when we got there. I suspect that some of the younger ones here ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

How To Miss Christmas

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Dec 22, 2008

A mini-sermon i shared on a Sunday night after a last minute change of plans, plenty of room for expanding and improvement.

How to miss Christmas Luke 2:1-12 Intro: Ask for important figures relevant to the Christmas story (write down responses) We forget a prominent figure in the birth of Christ was Herod. In fact they dynasty began by Herod the Great covers 4 generations of rule in Israel and we are witness to 4 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Does God Have Your Ear?” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 22, 2008

Whoever you listen to has you.

1. The book of Romans is a wonderful gospel of Grace. • It’s God’s letter of freedom & liberty to us. • As we study it together we’ll see the work of God’s Holy Spirit infusing grace & love throughout our lives! • It opens in v1 with Paul a BONDSERVANT… Paul is how we know him after His ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heroic Leadership From Fathers Series

Contributed by James Bohrer on Dec 24, 2008

A Peter Marshall sermon adapted to my congregation and today.

How many young boys imagination are swept away by heroes. How many boys play at Superman, Batman, and Spiderman and even Han Solo or Luke Skywalker? I remember wanting to be Spiderman and Captain America. Last night Josiah received a great thrill when we finally busted out his Batman bed ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"The King Has Come"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 24, 2008

Jesus is coming again.

“The King Has Come!” December 28, 2008 “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel.” Isaiah 7:14 Christmas is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Holiness

What Jesus Said About God's Provision Series

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Jan 16, 2009

Jesus said that if we get our priorities straight, God would handle the rest.

“Jesus Said” What Jesus said about the Father “His Provision” Michael Wiley January 18, 2009 Introduction: A great philosopher once said: Here is a little song I wrote You might want to sing it note for note Don’t worry be happy In every life we have some trouble When you worry you make it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ