Sermons on Preserves:

How Important Is Your Marriage To God?

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Jul 20, 2004

When we see how important our marriage is to God, how can it be any less important to us?

Home Improvement: How Important is Your Marriage to God? Selected Scriptures I. Introduction A. It’s comes as no surprise to any of us here today that the institution of marriage in America is in deep trouble. 1. one out of two end in divorce– 50% 2. great number of unmarried couples living ...read more

Taming The Tongue

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 20, 2004

The tongue has been given the title strongest muscle in the Body! Why then don’t we have the "strength" to control it?

Taming The Tongue The tongue of the human body is a very specialized organ. It is used for two distinct purposes. One is for eating. In eating the tongue is used in tasting as well as (did you know digestion). In digestion the tongue crushes food against the mouth, and also moves the food ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2-12, Proverbs 13:3

Denomination: Baptist

God's Plain Pathway

Contributed by Rajani Lobo on Mar 25, 2005

God uses different ways in which He brings us and breaks us so that we can walk in the plain pathway!

God’s Plain pathway by Pastor Bryan Coelho Eccl.7: 13; Acts 13:8-10 Joel 3:14 says that Multitudes of people are in the valley of decision. Many of us are in the valley of making decisions everyday of our life. But Eccl 7:13 –can we bend the arm of Omnipotent God? God has a very unique plan ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:13

Denomination: Baptist

Motivation?? Part I

Contributed by David Richardson on Apr 15, 2005

What’s your motivation? Where do your interests lie? Are they transparent? What is your motivation? Why do you do what you do? Is it for Jesus and Him crucified or is it to see your own self lifted on high? What is your motivation?

Title: Motivation? Scripture: Acts 21:30-40, 22:1-30 Introduction: What’s your motivation? What compels you to get out of bed in the morning? A desire not to be late, or a desire to get a head start on the day? What compels you to eat? Is it hunger, taste, or the price you paid for the meal? When ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Hinduism & 2nd Chances Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 16, 2003

Our “rebirth” is spiritual. We are born-again, not of flesh, but by the Holy Spirit. We don’t need another chance. This life isn’t a dress rehearsal for another life!

“Hinduism & 2nd Chances” Scripture> I Cor 8:4-6 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Hinduism is one of the oldest and most complex of all religions, and it takes many forms. It did not have a precise beginning or single founder but evolved over a period ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:4-6

Denomination: Congregational

Faithfulness

Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 12, 2003

Three aspects of faithfulness

Faithfulness Ps 12:1 Help, LORD, for the godly are no more; The faithful have vanished from among men. Matt 25:14-22… "Again, it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his property to them. 15 To one he gave five talents of money, to another two talents, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 12:1, Matthew 25:14-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Trust Factor

Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 14, 2003

Do not allow the enemy to cloud the Holy Spirits thoughts in your life. When you do fall into a trap think clearly. Remember it is your choice to make a decision to trust god

The Trust Factor Ps 33:18-22 … But the LORD watches over those who fear him, those who rely on his unfailing love. 19 He rescues them from death and keeps them alive in times of famine. We depend on the LORD alone to save us. Only he can help us, protecting us like a shield. In him, our hearts ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:18-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A New Thing

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Aug 2, 2003

God is continually doing new things in our lives. With God we find that He has always been creative and creating and as the scripture says Hebrews 13:8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. That means He is still creative and doing new t

“A NEW THING” God is continually doing new things in our lives. With God we find that He has always been creative and creating and as the scripture says Hebrews 13:8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. That means He is still creative and doing new things! Let’s examine a few ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 48:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"He Gave Thanks... He Blessed And Gave..." Series

Contributed by Frederick Davison on Aug 3, 2003

A Eucharistic Sermon on the Feeding of the Four Thousand

“He Gave Thanks… He Blessed and Gave…” Genesis 2.7-17; Romans 6.19-23; St. Mark 8.1-9; Psalm 34; TLH 312 the Sunday Sermon preached at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church—UAC for the Seventh Sunday after Trinity August 3, 2003 by the Rev. Frederick E. Davison, Pastor + + + Grace, Mercy, and Peace ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Impact Of The Gospel

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Aug 23, 2003

What will be the impact of the gospel in your life?

1 Thess. 1:1; Acts 17:1-10 The Impact of the Gospel Introduction A. Judging from his comments in the New Testament, the apostle Paul had an obvious deep affection for the church at Thessalonica. It is evident from the start of this letter that the believers there didn’t just talk about the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Whatever Happened In Jerusalem?

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 15, 2004

How on earth did Christianity ever make it to the world stage

Greshams 17-01-04 Introduction Have you ever stopped to wonder why we have over 600 churches here in Norfolk, dedicated to a Jewish carpenter who died two thousand years ago, Jesus Christ Doesn’t that strike you as a bit odd? For many people today the words ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-22

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus And The Jews Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jan 23, 2004

A brief, simple, look at the place of the Jewish people in God’s plans

Jesus and the Jews. Matthew 8:1-13. WBC 1 Feb 2004 pm Looking at ‘the Words of Jesus’. Tonight- Jesus’ words about His people, the Jews, and their place in God’s plan 1. SPECIAL PEOPLE OT- seen as special and chosen people. Chosen and beloved on behalf of Abraham and because, of all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Can America Return To God

Contributed by Mark Beaird on May 2, 2003

How can we turn this nation back to God? Can it even be done? Yes! We can make a difference!

CAN AMERICA RETURN TO GOD? By Mark Beaird Text: I Chronicles 7:14 "Nothing Happened Today" by Morris Chalfant Britain’s King George III wrote the day’s activities in his diary: "July 4, 1776--Nothing happened today." Nothing happened? America was born that day, King George. Her birth ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, 2 Chronicles 2:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Will You Give Christ This Christmas?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 5, 2003

The gifts of the Magi were appropriate for they spoke of Who Jesus Christ was and is. What gift will you give Christ this Christmas?

WHAT WILL YOU GIVE CHRIST THIS CHRISTMAS? MATTHEW 2:1-12 Christmas is often seen as that time of year for the giving of gifts. People frantically try to find that perfect gift for that special person that will express their feelings and relationship toward one another. The origin of the gift ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Legacy Of Love

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jun 3, 2003

Outside the bounds of Jesus’ love, there is a hunger that is never satisfied because it longs for true joy and happiness and yet it never gets fulfillment.

JESUS’ LEGACY OF LOVE Text: John 15: 9-17 "An ancient clay tablet inscribed about 4000 B.C. tells of a mystic who believed that the secret of life could be discovered by going without food, he died. Those who attempt to live without love meet the same fate". (Herb Miller. Actions Speak ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: United Methodist