Sermons on Prayer Confession:

Keeping An Open Heart Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 6, 2004

Continue hearing what the Lord has to teach us about HOPE.

Introduction: Continue in hearing what the Lord has to teach us about hope. As a means of review and introduction…I want to begin by distinguishing three types of hope. Those based on… · Promises (of God) – “He will…” (Anchor) Began on Easter Sunday… the resurrection of Jesus Christ is our ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Our Dream Roads Take Strange Turns Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

Reaffirming God’s presence and power in our lives

Good news and bad news… Bad news… comfort can kill you. Researchers at the University of California at Berkeley did an experiment some time ago that involved introducing an amoeba into a perfectly stress-free environment: ideal temperature, optimal concentration of moisture, constant food supply. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Thrilling Transformation Of A Tragedy

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 17, 2004

The biblical account of a man born lame gives us a vivid illustration of the spiritual transformation that takes place when a lost sinner accepts the free gift of salvation by faith.

The Thrilling Transformation Of A Tragedy Text: Acts 3: 6 & 7 Intro: It seems that our world is full of tragedy. We hear countless stories every week of tragedies that have taken place all over the planet. So many in fact, the disaster has to be pretty extraordinary to hold our attention ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Life: The Greatest Olympics

Contributed by John Ingham on Aug 19, 2004

Encouragement to enter and finish the Christian Race in the closing days of time.

Life: The Greatest Olympics Hebrews 11:39 –12:2 Preached by John Ingham –August 2004 INTRODUCTION: 1.There is nothing quite like it. Have you ever been in a large stadium full of people cheering for a team or even more…for you as you were participating in a sporting event? How the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Boldly Grow

Contributed by Clarence Peters on Aug 24, 2004

Spiritual growth is ignited by passion, fuelled by the power of God, and sustained by self-discipline.

Central Verses: 1:6-7 Behavioural goal: The listener will set a growth goal for the coming months and pursue it. Last Sunday many of you heard a message from Psalm 90 on making your life count. I want you to think way back to that time to reflect for a moment. Did it make any difference in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-18

Denomination: Mennonite

Inward Outward And Upward Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 25, 2004

The Apostles Creed - I believe in the Holy Spirit

I wonder what you think of when someone mentions God. You may think about God the Father, the creator of the universe, the one who watches over everything we do, who protects us, who sets the standards by which we live, who in his love sent Jesus to live and die and rise again for us. Or you might ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-16

Denomination: Anglican

Finding God In Your Devastation Series

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Aug 27, 2004

Even in times of extreme devastation we can find soul satisfaction through focusing on God. David shows us how in this Psalm.

FINDING GOD IN YOUR DEVASTATION PS 63 I. IMAGINE THIS SITUATION You are startled in the middle of the night with the ringing of your phone. Your heart is pounding as you think “Something must be awfully wrong. On the other end of the phone is the familiar voice of a trusted family friend. His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-11, Psalm 63:1

Back To School For Saul Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 2, 2004

After his conversion, Saul was sent by God to 3 schools in order to become the Apostle Paul: ARABIA--SOLITUDE, DAMASCUS--SUFFERING, JERUSALEM--SEASONING. Powerpoint at website.

Back to School Acts 9:21-30 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BackToSchoolForSaul.html ILL.- Teacher to student, “What are you – animal, vegetable or mineral?” The boy replied, “Vegetable. I’M A HUMAN BEAN.” ILL.- It was the little girl’s first day at school and the teacher was making out her ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

Work Hard Or Hardly Work?

Contributed by Kevin Barron on Sep 5, 2004

This sermon uses the Labor Day holiday to explore how God works for us, in us, and through us.

 WORK HARD OR HARDLY WORK? HEBREWS 13:20-21 LABOR DAY SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 2004 OSCEOLA, AR CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE INTRO. Labor Day is tomorrow and one of the first things I think ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:20-21

Denomination: Methodist

Go Forward

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Sep 8, 2004

Notice the last 2 words of verse 15, when Moses went to the Lord and asked Him what He wanted him to tell the people, the Lord said, tell them ¡§GO FORWARD.¡¨

TEXT: Exodus 14: 10-15 TITLE: ¡§GO FORWARD¡¨ Notice the last 2 words of verse 15, when Moses went to the Lord and asked Him what He wanted him to tell the people, the Lord said, tell them ¡§GO FORWARD.¡¨ I wonder if I were to ask you what was the will of God for your church or for you as ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Introduction To 1 Peter Series

Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Sep 13, 2004

A general introduction to the book of First Peter

August 29, 2004 First Church of the Brethren H. Kevin Derr 1 Peter 1:1-9 “Introduction to 1 Peter & the Greeting” Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To God’s elect, strangers in the world, scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia, 2who have been chosen according to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-19

Denomination: Brethren

Stick To One Model

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 1, 2004

A sermon on sexual immorality from 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Sermon for 2/29/2004 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 Introduction: More and more people seem to forget Henry Ford’s sage advice when asked about his rule for marital bliss and longevity on his 50th wedding anniversary. He replied, “Just the same as in the automobile business, stick to one model.” Stick to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, Hebrews 13:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Close To The Cross, But Far From Christ? You Don't Have To Be.

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on Mar 1, 2004

During those last days of Christ, there are many who were close to the cross, yet chose to be far from Christ. Asks the questions, "How close am I?" Powerful closing illustration: True Story

Title: Close to the Cross, But Far From Christ? You Don’t Have to Be! 03/2004 West Side Text: Matthew 27:29-56 and Luke 23:26-29 A.M. Service Purpose: Asks the question: How Close Am I? ******************************************************* Introduction: A. Open with personal comments about Mel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:29-56, Luke 23:26-29

Denomination: Nazarene

Venus And Mars In The Beginning Series

Contributed by Keith Manry on Mar 2, 2004

Part 1 in a series entitled "Love Sex and Lasting Relationships". Part 2 - "What Women Wish Men Knew About Women"

There are few subjects in life that ignite as much passion and longing within us as our desire for love, our interest in sex, and our hope for lasting relationships. No matter who we are, what background we come from, how intelligent we are, or how old we are, we all long to be loved. Every one of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Methodist

What Do You Get When You Receive Christ?

Contributed by David Bubb on Mar 8, 2004

Satan has done his best to blind the eyes of every single person who does not know Christ. Why? Because he does not want to them know what they are missing by not serving Him.

Subject: What Do You Get When You Receive Christ? Scripture Reading: John 1:6-13 If the truth were known today, our community is filled with people who are fed up with life. For many life has become one vicious cycle. People have lost the meaning for living and are barely existing. Going ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-15

Denomination: Holiness