Sermons on Preparations:

Drawing The Line In Today's World

Contributed by Grant Sisson on May 2, 2010

Christian soldiers discipline themselves for spiritual warfare by "drawing the line" in smaller battles.

Sacrifices Required to “Obey God Rather Than Man” Grant S. Sisson Written April 30th, 2010 I have always been so very proud to be an American. I remember the day I was first eligible to vote. I have participated in many elections over the course of my lifetime. I have never ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-23

Are You Ready?

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jun 15, 2009

Being ready for the return of Christ. The parables of Jesus in Matthew 25 give us a model for being ready. First Sunday of Advent, Year B

It’s hard to believe that Christmas season is upon us again. The craziness has begun. I was reading in the paper the other day that a Wal-Mart employee out in New York was killed by injuries sustained while trying to prevent a mob from entering the store at 5 am the Friday after Christmas. A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9

Denomination: Methodist

Engaged Participation In Worship Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 4, 2009

We cannot come to worship unprepared. Silent prayer, fasting and confession are recommended.

Monday of Fourteenth Week in Course July 6, 2009 Sacramentum Caritatis The House of God and Gate of Heaven is, fundamentally, Jesus Christ. The woman with the hemorrhage found that out through her experience of the healing touch of His garment. The little girl experienced it through her ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-26

Denomination: Catholic

Part 3 - Matthew 9:14-17 - Surprise! I'm Already Here! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Mar 21, 2010

Why are people still turning up to Jesus as John's disciples and wanting TO KEEP ON PREPARING THE WAY. Jesus has come. The Bridegroom has arrived. Get with the plan, people! He's here. All that is left is to celebrate the wedding!

Part 3 - Matthew 9:14-15 - SURPRISE! I'M ALREADY HERE! My youngest grandson had his first birthday recently. My daughter wanted to make it special for him and she invited all her friends with young children to come. SHE SPENT WEEKS PLANNING THIS PARTY. We spent a good week just setting it up. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Recharge

Contributed by Ken Crow on Jul 10, 2011

Our walk in victory is totally dependant upon the fully charging daily of our spiritual life.

RECHARGE Pastor Ken Crow Romans 12:1-2 King James Version (KJV) Romans 12 1I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2And be not conformed to this world: but be ye ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Church Of God

Extra Ordinary Jesus - Preperation Series

Contributed by Nicky Evans on Jul 27, 2011

Part 4 of our study looking at the extra ordinary man, Jesus. This week we shall look at the preperation for His birth

How many of us here have had children? If we haven't had children, how many of us have been close to someone who has had children? Maybe a sister or something? Now, can you remember what it was like from the time you found out about the pregnancy to the time the baby was born? I know for us, when ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Helmet Of Salvastion Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 5, 2012

The soldier's helmet is one of the last pieces of armor to put on, but it is vital in keeping him safe.

Helmet of Salvation Ephesians chapter 6:10-6:18 Introduction- We are winding down the series putting on the full armor of God. We have looked at several of the body ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Perseverence Pays Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 31, 2012

Faithful perseverence is the key to surviving our trials.

Runner’s World (8/91) told the story of Beth Anne DeGiantis’s attempt to qualify for the 1992 Olympic Trials marathon. A female runner must complete the 26 mile, 385 yard race in less than two hours, forty-five minutes in order to compete in the Olympic Trials. Beth started strong but ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Extra Mile !!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Mar 3, 2012

In this Lenten season, to focus upon "the Extra mile" our Lord went in the three phases of His life.

The Extra Mile Now old habits die-hard! Having been an executive in a State-owned Oil marketing company for 13 years in India, (before coming into full-time spiritual service), even today I cannot restrain from reflecting on any extra-ordinary event ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:41

Denomination: *other

Special Births Connected To Christmas: Samson, Samuel, And John: The Naziri Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 20, 2012

There are only three men in Scripture who were under a Nazirite Vow from birth: Samson, Samuel, and John the Baptist. They show us a pattern that is fulfilled in the birth and ministry of Jesus. Though they were in the limelight, they really prepared the

Special Births Connected to Christmas: Samson, Samuel, and John: the Nazirites Judges 13:3-5, I Samuel 1:11, Luke 1:13-17 1. My favorite Christmas joke: he wanted a new car for Christmas, she wanted a fur coat. They compromised: they bought the coat, but kept it in the garage. 2. One child ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:3-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Passover Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

Teaching us about the kind of people we need to be.

Palm Sunday John 12: 12- 23 Poor old granny was getting on in age and she decided that she had enough of the hustle and bustle of Christmas shopping but she still want ed to do something for her family. So, rather than buy her kids, grandkids, nieces and ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-23

Denomination: Baptist

Advent: Slow Down! Sharpen Your Axe.

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 28, 2010

A short talk for the start of the busy Advent season. This talk uses one of may favourite stories to encourage people to rest, stop, slow down in the midst of a busy time to rest.

Jesus said, “Come with me … to a quiet place and get some rest” (Mark 6:31). One of my favourite stories is about the world wood chopping competition. Now the champion was a bit older than he used to be – well, who isn’t – but he was still the champion. Everyone ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:31

Denomination: Anglican

A Quiet Mind Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 19, 2011

The season of Lent provides for us a time of renewal, commitment or recommitment, repentance and prayer.

Ever since 325 AD, we celebrate Easter on the first Sunday that occurs after the first full moon following the vernal equinox (March 21st.) As you know, the date of Easter changes from year to year and this is why. Easter will always be recognized between March 22nd and April 25th and only ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-4

Denomination: Christian Church

Get Dressed For Battle!

Contributed by Dwight Hord on Jan 24, 2011

This message is intended to bring the realization and importance of being Spiritually ready and equipped for spiritual battle.

GET DRESSED FOR BATTLE TEXT…EPHESIANS 6:10-18 Intro. As military troops prepare for battle, they are given equipment to not only help them fight in battle, but also to survive injury or death. In Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, Paul gives instructions (not suggestions) to suite-up ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Concerns From The Cross-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 19, 2011

2 of 2. As Jesus hung on the cross, He voiced concerns of great significance. At the juncture of life & death, our greatest concerns are prioritized. What are significant concerns for Jesus? 6 Significant Concerns of Jesus from the Cross.

CONCERNS From The CROSS-II Mat. 27:33-54; Mk. 15:21-39; Lk. 23:33-49; Jn. 19:17-30 MATTERS of GREATEST SIGNIFICANCE Significant Concerns of Jesus As Jesus hung on the cross, He voiced particularly important concerns. At the juncture of life & death, matters of greatest significance become our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46-50

Denomination: Baptist