Sermons on Premature:

Pray For One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 13, 2023

Prayer is our privilege and responsibility as disciples of Jesus. Praying for one another can make such a difference in each other's lives.

A. The story is told about three men who were hiking one day and unexpectedly came upon a large, raging river. 1. They needed to get to the other side, but had no idea of how to do so. 2. The first man prayed to God, saying, “Please God, give me the strength to cross this river.” a. Poof! God ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, Ephesians 6:18, Acts 12:1-18, Matthew 7:7-11, Philippians 4:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Be Rescued From Ruin Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Feb 2, 2003

In this message, we’ll see how we can all be guilty of breaking God’s first commandment and how breaking the commandment actually brings ruin to our lives. We’ll also learn how to live out this command and be rescued from ruin.

Have you ever wondered, “Why do I find myself in mess after mess after mess?” Several weeks ago, I shared with you that God uses troubles… to protect us. Maybe you’re headed in a wrong direction or find yourself in a place you shouldn’t be in. God will arrange some trouble to come to remove us ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Our Creator God Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2003

I have three purposes this morning: 1. To declare a biblical basis for our God as the Creator. 2. To help you gain courage to do what is right. 3. To motivate you to be involved

Our Creator God The people who started college this past fall… Have no meaningful recollection of the Reagan era They were 11 when the Soviet Union broke apart and do not remember the Cold War They are too young to remember the space shuttle blowing up Their lifetime has always included AIDS ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Construction By Suffering Series

Contributed by John Walls on Jun 28, 2004

See what the Lord is doing in us when we suffer

WHY DO CHRISTIANS SUFFER? Message # 3 THE CONSTRUCTION BY SUFFERING Jeremiah 18:1-6 Introduction: There is very little of value that has not had pressure or suffering. A diamond is a piece of coal that underwent lots of pressure. You cannot imagine a young man putting a piece of coal on a young ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Finishing Strong Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Aug 13, 2004

Part 3 of 3 in the series "Going for the Gold." The third characteristic of a world-class Christian is focus.

FINISHING STRONG Going For The Gold: How to be a World-Class Christian Hebrews 12:2-3 August 15, 2004 Introduction: This weekend marked the beginning of the Olympic games in Athens. World-class athletes from all around the globe have gathered to go for the gold. During this time we have been ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2-3

When God Ran

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 20, 2002

Many Christians need to remember to keep their focus on Christ and not forget the day when God ran to us and embraced us.

"When God Ran" Have ushers pass out envelopes! Play song” When God Ran” during communion. Text: Luke 15:11-32 11 Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, `Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them. 13 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Killing Me Softly

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 17, 2006

Sanctity of Life Sunday-- Q & A on stem cells, cloning, euthanasia, and physician-assisted suicide. Link included to formatted text, and PowerPoint Presentation.

God Love ‘em, pt. 2: “Killing Me Softly” Sanctity of Life Q & A Gen. 2:7 Q. What is a stem cell? A. A stem cell is a cell that has the potential to develop into different types of cells. Stem cells are the basic building blocks of the human body. In embryos, these master cells develop into the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Upside Down Kingdom

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Apr 9, 2001

Four characteristics of God’s upside down Kingdom to remind ourselves of on Palm Sunday.

Palm Sunday is the Christian community’s celebration of Jesus Christ’s triumphal entry into the city of Jerusalem. It’s a time when we reflect on Jesus as our King. But sometimes we talk about Jesus as our king without pausing to think about just what kind of Kingdom it is that Jesus is king ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Make Or Break A Dad

Contributed by Steve Malone on May 23, 2001

In this message we will look at Luke 15 and we will see the ways we make and break our dads (also how we make and break our heavenly Father).

"HOW TO MAKE OR BREAK A DAD" TEXT: LUKE 15:11-24 INTRODUCTION TODAY IS FATHER’S DAY, HAPPY FATHER’S DAY TO ALL THE DADS OUT THERE. LET’S BE HONEST THOUGH FATHER’S DAY IS JUST NOT AS BIG AS MOTHER’S DAY. THAT’S NOT SOUR GRAPES, THAT’S THE TRUTH. ON MOTHER’S DAY THERE IS A HIGHER ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making Peace In The Midst Of Conflict Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 24, 2004

“You’re blessed when you can show people how to cooperate instead of compete or fight. That’s when you discover who you really are, and your place in God’s family.”

Making Peace in the Midst of Conflict Conflict is everywhere, isn’t it? In a classic Winston Churchill comeback, Lady Astor once said, “If you were my husband, I’d put poison in your coffee.” Churchill responded with his cutting wit: “If you were my wife, I’d drink it.” We laugh at this sarcasm, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

Houston We Have A Problem

Contributed by Jeremy Farmer on Mar 10, 2004

Scaring the gates of hell with the WorldChanging power of Jesus Christ

I’m so sick and tired of being in a position where I just go to church. I’m so ready to bust out and be a WorldChanger Christian. This chapter designated is to show Job how much bigger than everything God is. Tonight, God wants us to take a look at some of these characteristics that a World ...read more

Scripture: Job 41:1-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christ's Style Of Counseling

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

Christ’s Style of Counseling

Christ’s Style of Counseling John 15:1-7 Case Study - Recently, one of the students at our seminary asked me, "How should I counsel my Father who is about ready to take a second wife? He wants to have enough male children that he will be properly remembered and honored. My Mother is ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Homosexuality Series

Contributed by Chris Edmondson on May 28, 2007

A Biblical and logical look at arguments against Hmosexulaity and how the Christian should respond to those who choose this sinful lifestyle.

Homosexuality Hot Potatoes that Make People HOT!!, Part 2 It goes without saying that this is not the easiest topic to talk about. For most people, just hearing the word homosexual makes them very uncomfortable. Not only is this an uncomfortable issue, but is also highly emotionally charged. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:24-26

Denomination: Baptist

When Someone You Love Is Unlovable Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 13, 2007

The actions we must take to change our attitude and perhaps change the sandpaper people in our lives.

WHEN SOMEONE YOU LOVE IS UNLOVABLE Part 1 of 6 in the Series, "When Relationships Disappoint You – How to Find God’s Peace in the Pain" We’re beginning a new series today that, just like all of our other series here at Pathway, is meant to be a resource for tapping into the valuable and practical ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3

Denomination: Baptist

One Woman In The Presence Of A King

Contributed by Wayne Solomon on Jun 7, 2008

Queen Esther’s experience before the king for the saving of her people. We need to be aware that we have a mission and as daunting as the task may be if we would stand in the presence of the King of kings we can stand up for the King anywhere.

Maranatha Tabernacle Church of God 381 Manton Avenue, Providence RI 02909 Sunday October 8th 2006 10:00am and 11:30am One Woman before a King In the year 586 BC Nebuchadnezzar Emperor of the Babylonians (the Iraqis) invaded Jerusalem, destroyed the temple and captured more than 10,000 young Jews. ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God