Sermons on Power To Live:

Wwjd In Worship - Meeting Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 22, 2005

How would Jesus worship in this congregation if He was part of our church?

OPEN: A man walked into a gift shop that sold religious items. Near the cash register he saw a display of caps with “WWJD” printed on all of them. He was puzzled over what the letters could mean, but couldn’t figure it out, so he asked the clerk. The clerk replied that the letters stood for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Excellence - The Series Introduction Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 31, 2003

According to the Department of Labor web site, Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the cont

SERMONIC THEME INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: From time to time we have missionaries in our home. When these times come, the Nelson’s have a decision to make. Either we are going to clean the house and welcome them with excellence or we can just leave it as it is – and that is a frightening ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

Cleansing Of Jerusalem

Contributed by Paul George on Sep 16, 2003

In this chapter we have some promises relating to the Church age.

In this chapter we have some promises relating to the Church age. The promise of the remission of sins (verse 1), of the reformation of manners (verse 2) and particularly of the convicting and silencing of false prophets (verses 2-6). A prediction of the sufferings of Christ and the dispersion of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 13:1-9

Denomination: Holiness

"Blessings And Curses" - I

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jun 1, 2004

This message deals with the blessings and curses of God as given from Mt. Ebal & Mt. Gerizim. Beware of God’s CURSES ... Be ready to receive God’s BLESSINGS.

“Blessings & Curses – I” INTRODUCTION: Read Deut. 11:26-28 I like to have things spelled out for me if someone ask me to do a job … what is the RIGHT WAY, WRONG WAY. Have you ever had a job to do, and no one told you WHAT to do, or HOW to do it? There are 2 ways it can turn out … a BLESSING or ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 27:15-18, Deuteronomy 11:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Apostle Peter Confronts Prejudice

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Mar 17, 2003

From time to time it’s good to ask the Lord to earch our heart to see if there is any sin of prejudice there.

The Apostle Peter Confronts Prejudice Acts 10:1-35 A Christian is one who is walking in all the light of God. Acts 10 we have the story of two Leaders, one a Roman leader and one a Jewish leader. One was looking at life through the lens of a God fearing Gentile and one through the lens of a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-35

Denomination: Free Methodist

God's Antidote For Fear

Contributed by Don Jaques on Mar 24, 2003

What should I do when I’m afraid? 1. Cast your cares upon God. 2. Take refuge in Him. 3. Replace anxiety with thoughts of God. 4. Keep on eye on eternity. 5. Listen to God’s Word.

MAIN IDEA: God’s word provides hope for those who are fearful. OBJECTIVES: The listener will be encouraged by God’s Word and leave having been given hope for times of fear. INTRO: As a child it was my job to take out the trash. Every week from the time I was about 6 years old I had to trudge out ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-5, Psalm 55:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Turning Outsiders Into Insiders

Contributed by Jim Twamley on Mar 25, 2003

Becoming a part of a new church is about developing an entirely new network of relationships and emotional connections. That’s a big step for people; they move into it cautiously, especially those who have been disappointed by churches in the past.

Today, I want you all to put yourselves into the shoes of an unchurched visitor to (insert the name of your church). Becoming a part of a new church is about developing an entirely new network of relationships and emotional connections. That’s a big step for people; they move into it cautiously, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25, Hebrews 10:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Characteristics Of Comforters

Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 5, 2002

Discover four characteristics that make you unforgettable in the mind of others and in the mind of God

This morning, we will look at the book of Job, chapter 2. Job, as we saw several weeks ago, is an epic poem. An epic poem is a heroic story recorded in poetry form Although the book of Job deals with the problem of suffering, we will not find easy answers to the problem of suffering. ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-13

Denomination: *other

What To Do When... You Are Confused Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Aug 8, 2002

Life is an ever changing mix of good times, and bad times, and in the mix we take our focus off of God. This series will show you how to keep your eyes focused on God no matter what is going on.

What to Do When… part 1 “When you are confused” Story – when I was little I had a bad habit of sleep walking. One night I guess I got really confused and I walked into our spare bedroom and thought it was the bathroom… this might not have been a big deal accept I was having a dream that I was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Is And Who Is Not Welcomed By God Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Sep 12, 2002

A teaching message on Luke 18:9-14.

Luke Series #79 September 15, 2002 Title: Who is and Who is Not Welcomed by God Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com <mailto:pastorsarver@yahoo.com> Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info <http://www.newlifeinchrist.info> Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. This morning we are in Chapter 18 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What You Need, God Has

Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Sep 13, 2002

Jesus knew the disciples would face trials, persecution, and death. He knew they would have grief. So he comforted them. And Jesus comforts us as well when we are having problems and face grief.

Series: “What To Do” See also I Don’t Know What To Do; But I’m Disappointed; But I Just Can’t Win; But Life is Too Hard; What You Need, God Has) As I choose this passage to preach, I knew that these three verses were the three from the entire 16th chapter of John that I would concentrate on. In ...read more

Scripture: John 16:32-33

Denomination: Methodist

The Importance Of Integrity

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 16, 2002

This sermon addresses the role of of intergity for Christians.

THE IMPORTANCE OF INTEGRITY Text: Proverbs 10:9 You are in the grocery store and the cashier has given you $10.00 too much in change. Aware of it, do you grin to yourself and say "Good, I can use the extra cash." Or, do you give it back? This is called a moral dilemma. You find someone’s ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:9

Denomination: United Methodist

Master, It Is Good To Be Here

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 9, 2003

TRANSFIGURATION(C) - Master, it is good to be here to see the glory of Jesus and to learn of Jesus’ mission.

MASTER, IT IS GOOD TO BE HERE Luke 9:28-36 March 2, 2003 LUKE 9:28-36 28About eight days after Jesus said this, he took Peter, John and James with him and went up onto a mountain to pray. 29As he was praying, the appearance of his face changed, and his clothes became as bright as a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Do You Really, Really Love Jesus?

Contributed by Ray Scott on May 20, 2003

Jesus asks Peter if he REALLY, REALLY loves Him, but all Peter can say is that he is very fond of Jesus; the pivotal question in our life that Jesus asks is "Do you love Me?" and "How much?".

“Do You Really, Really Love Jesus?” We continue in our series on the post-resurrection appearances of Jesus. INTRODUCTION: (My thanks to Tom Lawson for the introduction idea) I love my wife, Harriet … Do you believe that I love her? o There are times that I don’t enjoy being with her … but I ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 22, 2002

Jesus in His great love for us, has given us the spiritul gifts necessary to serve Him wholeheartedly.

1. There continues to be a lot of confusion and misunderstanding surrounding the wonderful spiritual gifts of God. a. Yes… there’s been serious abuse and misuse b. And yes… that’s made people ignore and avoid them… c. There’s are tons misinterpretations & misrepresentations. BUT NONE of that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16, Ephesians 2:8-10, Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational