Sermons on Presents:

Godly Expectation

Contributed by Mark Baker on Jan 1, 2006

the difference between faith and hope and how they work together to fulfill God’s purpose.

Expectation is something we all need to have if we want to see God’s promises fulfilled. It is really another way of saying hope. When many think of hope they think along the lines of I hope I inherit a million dollars, or I hope I get that job that I applied for, or I hope it doesn’t rain ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:5-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why I Love The Church

Contributed by Dwight Jones on Aug 6, 2005

I love the church because...

Why I love the Church Matthew 16:15-18 (KJV) He saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? 16And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God. 17And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Best Reason To Give Thanks

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Oct 11, 2007

Give thanks because God’s love for us is eternal. It didn’t have a beginning and it will not have an end.

Two attitudes toward thanksgiving: • Blessings are seen as coming from US, not GOD. Bart Simpson’s Thanksgiving prayer: “Dear God, we paid for this stuff ourselves, so thanks for nothing.” Prayer by the character Charlie Anderson (Jimmy Stewart) in the movie Shenandoah: “Lord, we cleared this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:34

Denomination: Baptist

One Nation Under God

Contributed by Paul Hammons on Mar 13, 2007

Did you know that on every form of currency that we have in the USA we have the words “In God We Trust” imprinted on it. Within our nations Pledge of Allegiance we sing the words, “One Nation UNDER GOD.” Many years ago I believe that was true, but, today

One Nation Under God; Psalm 33:12 Did you know that on every form of currency that we have in the USA we have the words “In God We Trust” imprinted on it. Within our nations Pledge of Allegiance we sing the words, “One Nation UNDER GOD.” Many years ago I believe that was true, but, today we need ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Look Up, Grow Up, Spruce Up

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Apr 14, 2003

The last days church will be a great one!

1 Look Up, Grow Up, Spruce Up In Rochester, NY, there is a local radio sports show that is a call up program. Some callers are regulars and they have nicknames one that has always stuck out to me is a guy who call’s himself, "Mr. Negativity." I guess he always looks at things from the negative ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:26-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stumbling Block Vs Steppin Stone?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 13, 2003

It may take a crucified individual to take a crucified church to the feet of a crucified Savior.

STUMBLING BLOCK VS STEPPING STONE --- MORE THAN A CONQUEROR? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 2 Timothy 2:3 Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. 2 Timothy 1 :12 For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3, 2 Timothy 1:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Q & A Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 26, 2009

Answers to questions about death, judgment, heaven, and hell.

[The questions below were submitted by people at Forest Hills Fellowship Baptist Church.] 1. Does the Bible prohibit cremation? Answer: NO Burying the body was the standard practice of the Israelites in the Old Testament and Christians in the New Testament. However, the Bible does not contain a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Servant Leadership Charecterestics

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jan 31, 2009

What are the charecterestics that make us a true servant leader?

Servant Leadership Characteristics The following set of 10 characteristics are viewed as being critical to the development of servant-leaders. These are based on the study by Mr Larry Spears, while he was the CEO of Greenleaf Center of Servant Leadership, USA. I have used Mr Spears’ ideas with ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do Not Lose Heart

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 28, 2009

We do not lose heart because (1) we are inwardly being renewed, even though physically wasting away. (2) we have an eternal glory that far outweighs our momentary troubles, and (3) we can fix our eyes on what we cannot see - the eternal destiny God has p

We like to buy things that can last for a long time. • When buy plastic cups because they are unbreakable. We buy Energizer batteries because they last longer. We buy shoes that are long-lasting. • How we wish life is just like that – that we will be able to stay physically strong and healthy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 2 Corinthians 4:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Priority Of Justice And Righteousness

Contributed by Leonard Davis on May 29, 2009

The failure of Israel to make a connection between their religion rituals and their daily lives should serve as a warning for us in the church today that justice and righteousness are still priorities with God and judgment results with these are absent.

THE PRIORITY OF JUSTICE AND RIGHTEOUSNESS Every now and then we come across stories that are both humorous and sad. During World War II in the Pacific Theater our forces set up a base on the island of New Guinea. We built an airport with runways, a tower, lights along the runways, and the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Of Whom Are You A Reflection?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 16, 2009

Christians are to be a reflection of Christ. Are you reflecting Him?

OF WHOM ARE YOU A REFLECTION? 2 Corinthians 3:17-18 Introduction: A small child asked his father, "Dad, what is a Christian?" The father replied, "A Christian is a person who loves and obeys God. He loves his friends and neighbors, and even his enemies. He prays often, is kind, gentle, and holy, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

God's Spirit Continues To Manifest Jesus As The Christ

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 20, 2009

A sermon for The Transfiguration of Our Lord, Series B

The Transfiguration of Our Lord, February 22, 2009 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, on this last Sunday in the season of Epiphany, we recall how Peter, James and John were given a glimpse of your ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Stand Firm In The Lord, Dear Friends!

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 11, 2009

Lent 2(C) - Stand firm in the Lord, dear friends! Too many think only of earthly things. But our citizenship is only in heaven.

“STAND FIRM IN THE LORD, DEAR FRIENDS!” (Outline) March 8, 2009 -- LENT 2 -- Philippians 3:17-4:1 INTRO: Our faith is our firm foundation. God’s valuable gift to us and for us is our faith that stands firm on the very Rock of our salvation. This firm faith founded on Christ endures ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Living As A Worshiper Series

Contributed by Chad Garrison on Mar 30, 2009

God has called us to be constantly fanning the spiritual flames inside us, and it is up to us to train ourselves to make the Spiritual Disciplines part of our routine, or lifestyle.

Spiritual Disciplines Living as a Worshiper As we progress in the Spiritual Disciplines, it is important to note that no act of spiritual growth happens unless we truly “Draw Near to God”. I think this is important to note because in the midst of the all the struggles and strife we face today, God ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Denomination: Foursquare

Sacrificer Or Survivor?

Contributed by Leonard Davis on Jul 21, 2009

The greatest contributions to the world are made by the greatest sacrificers.

SACRIFICER OR SURVIVOR? Life has many “ups” and “downs.” We would rather have the “up” experiences rather than those that can be described as “downers.” Sometimes we think of the “up” times as successes and the “down” times as failures. However, it is how we respond and react to the “ups and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist