Sermons on Productive Rest:

#2dare To Read The Bible Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 10, 2002

We discuss deeper--- some of the sidetracks that lead away from Bible reading.

#2 Dare to read the Bible By WadeMartin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Psa. 119:105 Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Matt 22:29 Jesus answered and said unto them, YE DO ERR, NOT KNOWING THE SCRIPTURES, NOR THE POWER OF GOD. 2 Tim. 4:3 For the time will come when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Psalm 119:105

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dealing With A Spiritual Identity Crisis

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Jul 8, 2001

Examines the contrasts between who the world says we are and who Christ says we are.

DEALING WITH A SPIRITUAL IDENTITY CRISIS 1 PETER 2:9 We live in a world that is full of people who are lost… We live in a world where many believe that they simply don’t fit in… We live in a world were many people are searching for a sense of belonging to someone or something… We live in a time ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, Revelation 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wind In The Treasury Series

Contributed by Ken Alford on Aug 17, 2001

GOD READILY HAS A STORM IN RESERVE FOR ACCOMPLISHING HIS WILL. Here are three winds from the treasury of God.

Storms of the Scriptures #2: June 3, 2001 -- AM THE WIND IN THE TREASURY Psalm 135:5-7 INTRODUCTION: (1) The potency of prayer hath subdued the strength of fire; it has bridled the rage of lions, hushed anarchy to rest, extinguished wars, appeased the elements, expelled demons, burst the chains ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 135:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Mind Of Christ

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 11, 2001

We are called to have the mind of Christ

INTRODUCTION Blessed are they who are too tired and too busy to go to church on Sunday, for they are my best workers. Blessed are they who are bored with the minister’s mannerisms and mistakes, for they get nothing out of the sermon. Blessed is the church member who expects to be invited ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Nation In Mourning

Contributed by L. Durham on Sep 14, 2001

A sermon addressing the Sept. 11 tragedy.

A Nation in Mourning Biblical Text: 1 Thess. 4: 13-14 “But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14

Sermon On The Mount Lesson10

Contributed by Bill Prater on Jan 1, 2001

Lesson 10

In the previous verses the Lord presented the principles and qualities that make a Christian distinctive. Beginning with verse 13 He goes on to give a striking picture of what it really means to behave as a Christian. In describing the Christian as the salt of the earth, Jesus provides a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Food For The Journey

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 29, 2002

Our success and fulfillment is in our service and Jesus, the bread of heaven, gives us the food that we need for the journey.

FOOD FOR THE JOURNEY Text: First Kings 17:19 "The familiar orange box and the slogan "The Breakfast of Champions" have become more than just advertising symbols. They have become a metaphor for sports greatness and success. Many athletes, at the pinnacle of their success, have shared their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:19

Denomination: United Methodist

Will The Real Christian Please Stand Up?

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jun 29, 2001

This message encourages Christians to take a stand as a witness so this world can see there are real Christians that are unafraid to let their faith become visible.

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-18 Title: “Will the Real Christian Please Stand Up?” Introduction: There was a game show on the television many years ago called, “To Tell the Truth.” Three people would be questioned on the show by a panel of four people to determine who was really what they said they ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Breakfast With The Risen Lord

Contributed by Mark D. Stetler on Mar 23, 2003

I. They didn’t know it was Jesus II. They didn’t have any fish to eat III. They learned that it pays to obey IV. They ate breakfast with the risen Lord!

Breakfast with the Risen Lord! John 21:1-14 Intro Breakfast, Cracker Barrel, Country Boy Favorite, Uncle Herschels.....I love breakfast food anytime! Background There are 7 disciples that are part of this fishing-breakfast buffet story. 2 of them are unnamed! The five that were named are Simon ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Church Of God

It's All About Relationship

Contributed by Marianne Unger on May 14, 2003

The call to abide in Jesus Christ and the fruit of our response.

John 15:1-8 It’s All About Relationship If there’s one passage of scripture that you memorize and make your own this year, let it be from today’s gospel. Jesus is saying to you… Each one of you here today… Sitting in these pews and to each of our shut-ins, who will be listening to this message… As ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: *other

In The Fullness Of Time

Contributed by William Ellis on Aug 25, 2005

Is time full In our situation? Are we trying to “force feed” time before God has ordained it to be full? What are the repercussions of moving before God says move? Am I in tune enough with God to know when time is full?

IN THE FULLNESS OF TIME Intro: We buy watches and alarm clocks; we even are here tonight because it is time for church We have heard many people in church talk about the signs of the times… Today we stand on the crossroads of the destiny of this church. God’s timing is of the uttermost ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Standin' In The Need Of Grace

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 20, 2005

It’s easy for us to focus on ourselves and our alleged abilities. It’s far better to realize that we are constantly in need of the sustaining presence of God’s grace.

Passage: Judges 6:25-32 Intro: There is an old spiritual that we all know. Very simple. 1. “It’s me, it’s me oh Lord, standin’ in the need of prayer” 2. this is not a song celebrating selfishness, but the recognition of need 3. its amazing how easily pride worms into our hearts, how we begin ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:25-32

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Purifying Fire Of Trials Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 19, 2006

Our lives are orchestrated by God to refine us.

The Purifying Fire of Trials (I Peter 1:6-9) 1. Life is filled with difficult to answer questions. Why do toasters always have a setting that burns the toast to a horrible crisp, which no decent human being would eat? If the professor on Gilligan’s Island can make a radio out of coconut, why ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Be Useful To God

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 26, 2005

We are charged with cleansing our daily walk and bad habits. God will not do for us what He has commanded us to do for ourselves.

HOW TO BE USEFUL TO GOD Nevertheless, the firm foundation of God stands, having this seal, "The Lord knows those who are His," and, "Everyone who names the name of the Lord is to abstain from wickedness." Now in a large house there are not only gold and silver vessels, but also vessels of wood and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Believers Are The Lord's Crown Of Splendor

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 5, 2005

CHRISTMAS 2(B) - Believers are the Lord’s crown of splendor as the church is clothed with righteousness and then this righteousness is to brightly shine.

BELIEVERS ARE THE LORD’S CROWN OF SPLENDOR (Outline) ISAIAH 61:10-62:3 - January 2, 2005 - CHRISTMAS 2 INTRO: The basics of life, in the Lord’s eyes, are simply food and clothing. Having food and cloth-ing we are to be content. In our nation not very many are too concerned about food ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran