Sermons on Primary:

What Do You Want?

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 19, 2003

The question was asked by Jesus to his first two disciples and still needs to be answered by those who seek to follow him.

The Palestinian sun beat down on the two friends as they listened to John exhort the crowds to repentance. For the past few weeks they had followed John every where he had gone, listened to his message, and watched the crowds reaction. At first they were sure that he was the one that the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Bible

Contributed by George Rennau on Aug 25, 2003

I have found That in times when I lacked wisdom Gods word answered my questions, and gave me direction

Title The Bible The political convention was in chaos. Each delegation wanted something different. Some favored states rights, others wanted a stronger central government. Larger states wanted greater representation, and small states wanted an equal voice. Debate dragged on and on. Finally the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Extreme Makeover: Master Bedroom Series

Contributed by David Slone on Sep 18, 2004

Second in a series on what God might want to do in our homes to make us more like Him. Master Bedroom deals with our marriage committment.

Project Master Bedroom RENOVATING YOUR MARRIAGE COMMITMENT EPHESIANS 5:15-33 Opening Why talk about the marriage commitment? A few facts: There are over 18 million single parents in the Us alone who have children under 18 in the home 46% of all marriages involve one spouse who has been ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-33, Ephesians 5:20-33

Denomination: Baptist

Transforming Community

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 30, 2004

Sermon 3 of 6 on the Acts 2:47 church - 24/7! We are called to be salt and light. I used several different Sermon Central sources for illustrations, ideas and comments.

2:47 – 24/7 Transforming Community Transformers change things. That’s what they do. When my girls were growing up I wanted to buy them "Transformers" instead of dolls. Donna wouldn’t let me for reasons that I don’t remember now. I’m sure her reasons were good - I just don’t remember what they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Moment After You Die

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 11, 2004

This sermon was written for our annual Heaven Week celebration

One Moment After You Die Luke 16:19-31 October 3, 2004 Heaven Week Service Introduction A man had a friend who enlarged his business. His sales had increased to the point that a larger warehouse and sales office were needed. Even though the move was a rather complicated and burdensome process, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Church Of God

Upchuck But Not Upbeat Series

Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Oct 13, 2004

You don’t have to like it: Just do it!

JONAH: UPCHUCK BUT NOT UPBEAT I’ll do it but my heart is not in it! Jonah Chapter 3 & 4 It’s the fish that attracts the most attention in Jonah. But there are several other miracles too. First, the storm—unlike any other storm; After the fish… and Jonah’s survival… we find the shade tree… then ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Oct 21, 2004

As the bread of life, Jesus’ highest concern is our spiritual nourishment, not our physical appetites.

Who Is This Jesus? 6. The Bread of Life John 6:25-60 October 16/17, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: As the bread of life, Jesus’ highest concern is our spiritual nourishment, not our physical appetites. Background: Jesus taught a large crowd of people on the eastern shore of the Sea of Galilee, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-60

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Havin' Church

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Nov 8, 2004

Corporate worship is up to you. We must not harden your hearts. Worship is the sharing of joy and the humbleness of our place.

Havin’ Church Psalms 95:1-95:11 For every person in this room there is probably some different idea or memory about what a worship service is like or should be like. -This morning our special guest Heather, has helped us in this service to be a little different than we normally do. There are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Congregational

What Is Spiriutal Warefare? Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Nov 10, 2004

What is spiriutal warefare?

What is spiritual warfare? Ephesians 6:12, “For we are not fighting against people made of flesh and blood, but against the evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against those mighty powers of darkness who rule this world, and against wicked spirits in the heavenly realms.” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gifts Worthy Of A King

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Dec 27, 2003

1st Sunday after Christmas, 2003 -- A study of the gifts brought by the Wise Men and how we can today symbolically offer those same gifts to Christ.

Gifts Worthy of a King 1st Sunday after Christmas, 2003 Scripture Ref: Matthew 2:1-12; 28:18-20 Hebrews 12:28 Additional References: “We Three Kings of Orient Are,” John Henry Hopkins, Jr. The Bible Knowledge Commentary New Bible Dictionary 1. Introduction a. Of the many decorations we use ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Matthew 28:18-20

Proper Introductions

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 19, 2004

We are introduced to the Almighty God of the Universe. We are introduced to a man named Abraham and something called faith. We are also introduced to the idea of

PROPER INTRODUCTIONS GENESIS 15:1-21 INTRODUCTION The Christian Education Ministry is focusing on twelve books this year for our church to study. This month, is Genesis. I would like to highlight one passage each month in the different books to help you in your reading and to keep you motivated ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21, Matthew 26:26-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Obedience And Submission

Contributed by Bruce Morrison on Feb 9, 2004

A not too popular subject, but one that is essential to successful Christian living, family living, and congregational living.

Obedience and Submission Introduction We live in a permissive world, a world where the absolutes of God hold diminished influence. This should not surprise us for the Bible tells us that lawlessness will characterize the days that precede the Second Coming of Christ. Believers in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus' Life Management Map

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 18, 2005

A sermon on the Great Commandment; 1. Love the Lord. 2. Love yourself. 3. Love others. (Portions taken from an article by Lucinda Norman in Lookout Magazine http://www.lookoutmag.com)

Sermon for 4/17/2005 Mark 12:30-31 Jesus’ Life- Management Map Introduction: When I was in high school, the #1 thing that I enjoyed was Bible Bowl. My life management map would have been Bible Bowl at the top, and school and other things below this. When Crystal was in high school, the #1 thing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Need Some Troublemakers [disciples - Apostles]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 12, 2005

Only in a good way! The disciples rocked their world with their unordinary INTEGRITY, INTENSITY, and INVOLVEMENT they practiced. Link included to Formatted Text and Powerpoint Template.

We Need Some Troublemakers Acts 17:1-9 [Hundreds of free sermons and Powerpoints at website...link at bottom!] Introduction A. What we need in this church are some more troublemakers! - Troublemakers? - Yes, Troublemakers! - That’s what the enemies of the church called the Christians at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Parenting: A Call To Real Youth Ministry Series

Contributed by Mark Magee on Aug 16, 2004

Today, as we continue our Home Improvement sermon series, I want to focus on the topic of Parenting and I want to help raise the bar.

Stormie Omartian has written books called, The Power of a Praying Parent, The Power of a Praying Wife & The Power of a Praying Husband. In the Power of a Praying Parent she opens the book sounding like Dickens — "It’s the best of jobs. It’s the most difficult of jobs. It can bring you the greatest ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ