Sermons on Productive Rest:

God Gives Us The Greatest Invitations! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 8, 2022

We will never receive a greater invitation. How should we respond? We must... 1. Come to Jesus Christ. 2. Serve together with our Savior. 3. Learn from our Lord. 4. Receive God's rest.

God Gives Us the Greatest Invitations! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 11:28-30; Hebrews 3:7-19; Hebrews 4:1-2 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared March 8, 2022) MESSAGE: *Think about the greatest invitation you could ever receive. For many people it would be an invitation for the best seats at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Hebrews 3:7-19, Hebrews 4:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Salt Of The Earth Series

Contributed by Spencer Miller on Jun 15, 2013

When Jesus says, “You are the salt of the earth” He is speaking of our conduct and character while yet living in this sin-cursed world. He is saying we are different or we ought to be different and live different than the rest of the world.

“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.” (NIV.) Introduction Salt is a very precious commodity, especially during ancient times. It was so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

How To Manage Conflicts

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Why Try to Manage Conflicts? - Some conflicts are beyond our ability to resolve so learn to do what is within our area of responsibility and leave the rest of pressures to the Lord’s control

1. Why Try to Manage Conflicts? - Some conflicts are beyond our ability to resolve so learn to do what is within our area of responsibility and leave the rest of pressures to the Lord’s control. (I Pet. 5:7,8) 2. Every conflict situation has thc potential for making us bitter or better (Heb. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The All You Can Eat Buffet

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Feb 22, 2001

We treat the faith like an "all you can eat buffet." We take what we want, and leave the rest. But can we really ignore whole servings of the Word of God?

by the Rev. Dr. W. Maynard Pittendreigh Sunrise Presbyterian Church Miami Florida September, 2000 When I was in college, there was a restaurant that we loved to go to. It was an all you could eat type of place, which explains why I look the way I look today. We would go and ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Birth Of Christ

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 23, 2005

No event in human history has so changed the world like the incarnation of our dear Lord. One man said that the door to undertanding the history of the world rested on hinges attached to a stable in Bethlehem.

From the desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA THE BIRTH OF CHRIST Matthew 1:18-25 Intro: I want to preach this morning on the Birth of Christ. Verse 18 says, “Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise.” Then the Scripture goes on to tell us how he was born. That ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of The Risen Christ To His Disciples

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Apr 11, 2005

This sermon is about the ministry of the risen Christ to his disciples who brought into their hearts 1.REASSURANCE 2.REST 3.REJOICING 4.REBUKE 5.REVELATION 6.RESTORATION 7.RESPONSIBILITY

THE MINISTRY OF THE RISEN CHRIST TO HIS DISCIPLES ************************************************* OUTLINE 1.REASSURANCE 2.REST 3.REJOICING 4.REBUKE 5.REVELATION 6.RESTORATION 7.RESPONSIBILITY THE MESSAGE THE MINISTRY OF THE RISEN CHRIST TO HIS ...read more

Scripture: John 20:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Best Comes Last

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 3, 2007

THE BEST COMES LAST - The week ends with the weekend - Dinner ends with desert - The day ends with rest - At the end of the year is Christmas - Cross bearing is followed by crown wearing - Disowned by the world and owned by the Lord

- Wine symbol of joy in scripture Jdg 9:13 And the vine said unto them, Should I leave my wine, which cheereth God and man, and go to be promoted over the trees? Ps 104:15And wine that maketh glad the heart of man, and oil to make his face to shine, and bread which strengtheneth man’s heart. Pr ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Message Of The Empty Tomb Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 1, 2010

The women who followed Jesus discovered that the tomb was empty. Peter and the beloved disciples confirmed their discovery. For the rest of their lives, these people discovered how the empty tomb opened up God's kingdom to them.

John 20:1-18 “The Message of the Empty Tomb” INTRODUCTION Occasionally a Good Friday situation slips into our lives. These are situations that appear to be hopeless and beyond God’s power—times when we wonder if there will ever be life after death. For some Good ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

A Worry Free Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 9, 2009

During tough times worry can sometimes mar our thanksgiving celebrations. Jesus reminds his followers that they can always rest in his care and give God thanks for his grace.

Matthew 6:25-33 “A Worry Free Thanksgiving” INTRODUCTION It’s been a tough year for just about everyone. The economic recovery has started, and even though we’ve been told it won’t end overnight, it can’t come fast enough for us. Most of us have had to downsize our spending and pay off some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-33

Denomination: Lutheran

Kindness @ Christmas

Contributed by Matthew Hylton on Apr 10, 2009

The kindness that is to be showed should not be any different at Christmas then it is throughout the rest of the of the year. We look at the kindness that was shown at Jesus’ Birth. We will see the birth of Christ in a different way then what we normally

KINDNESS @ CHRISTMAS TEXT: Luke 2:1-7 NKJV INTRO: As I said last week, These past few weeks God has been getting us ready for the new year. Every message has been a springboard or launching pad for what God is doing in our midst. God is preparing this corporate body of people to move forward in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Benediction To The Beloved Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 25, 2017

Concluding his letter, Paul offer a final word of grace. He encouraged worship of the Lord, fellowship together, and resting in the Lord's grace. We need to embrace these aspects for a vibrant Christian life.

A Benediction to the Beloved Philippians 4: 20-23 As you study Paul’s epistle to the Philippian church, it quickly becomes evident that they are very dear to his heart. They were his crown of rejoicing, and he longed to come to them once again if the Lord allowed. Having shared much with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

He Will Not Fail Them Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 20, 2016

That is the rest of the story. You are not destroyed for your sins. Your Shepherd took that punishment. Your guilt is removed forever. The glory of the Lord will not depart from you because the Holy Spirit will not leave you.

Psalm 78:65-72 He Will Not Fail Them 12/31/06 D. Marion Clark Introduction The application of Psalm 78:1-8 was the following exhortation: “We must be careful not to exhibit complaining spirits before our children. Do they see that in us? What will your children hear from you today ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Resurrection...really? Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Apr 24, 2011

Christianity rests on the amazing story of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. How can we be sure this resurrection really happened? What are the other possibilities and are there any facts that support the reality of the resurrection of Jesus Christ?

The Resurrection…Really? Fables that Deny the Resurrection The “Stolen Body” Fable The “Didn’t Really Die” Fable The “Wrong Tomb” Fable Facts that Support the Resurrection The Empty Tomb The Effects on the Lives of the Disciples The Existence of Christianity today Video - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take God’s Word For It

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 7, 2010

All we have to do is believe and rest on His word and He said He would take care of everything for us. Sounds easy, it is, just that easy, if you will let it be!!!

Take God’s Word For It Matthew 4:4 NKJ 4…He [Jesus] answered and said, “It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.’” Matt 4:4 MSG 4Jesus answered by quoting Deuteronomy: "It takes more than bread to stay alive. It takes a steady ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson From The Fall Of David

Contributed by Segun Omole on Dec 12, 2013

idleness opens you up to temptation. Don't seek rest when you're supposed to be fighting. Too many spiritual kings are sleeping when they're meant to be at war

Lessons From the Fall of David 2 Samuel 11 - Vs 1- at a time when Kings went to war David stayed back at home- there's a time to be at war as a christian. Be sober be vigilant..Don't be sleeping when you're meant to be fighting..idleness opens you up to temptation. Don't seek rest when you're ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal