Sermons on Productivity:

"The Right Connection"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 12, 2002

When Christians remain in fellowship with Christ, we produce the fruit of the vine.

John 15:1-8 Galatians 5:16-26 “The Right Connection” By Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Shortly after I was saved, I was hanging out with my teenage friends, and a group of them were being really mean and bullying to a kid who happened to have a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8, Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: United Methodist

"The Right Connection (Revised)"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 12, 2002

What it means to remain in Christ.

John 15:1-8 Galatians 5:16-26 “The Right Connection” By:Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Shortly after I was saved, I was hanging out with my teenage friends, and a group of them were being really mean and bullying to a kid who happened to have a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26, John 15:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

The Life And Times Of A Fallen Hero, Samson

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 15, 2002

This is an inductive sermon done in a narrative form, with the application at the end. These are hard for me, Enjoy the effort.

NARRATIVE OF THE LIFE OF SAMSON I. THE CIRCUMSTANCES OF HIS BIRTH. 1. Israel had done evil in the sight of God and was under the domination of the Philistines for 40 years. 2. This was a usual cycle for Israel. EXPLAIN a. Sin b. Servitude c. Sorrow d. Salvation 3. The nation needed a savior ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do Have Religion Or Relationship?

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Nov 18, 2002

This message examines the dangers of just going through the motions of religion without any relationship with the Lord.

Apr-01 Revised Nov-02 DO YOU HAVE RELIGION OR RELATIONSHIP? 2 TIMOTHY 4:3-5 Our text paints for us what I believe is a very accurate picture of the times that we live in… It gives us an example of what we are seeing everyday around us… Even though Paul here is specifically speaking to Timothy, a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Working For A Living

Contributed by Joe Harding on Nov 19, 2002

OUR WORK ETHICS REVEAL OUR GOD

WORKING FOR A LIVING EPHESIANS 6: 5-9 NOVEMBER 17, 2002 INTRODUCTION: One man told his friend: I lost my job because of illness and fatigue. Second man: Really, how awful! First man: Yeah, my boss got sick and tired of me! I am told that when President Bush was governor of Texas ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

Naming Jesus, Knowing Jesus Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Oct 25, 2002

Naming Jesus is no substitute for knowing Him.

Naming Jesus, knowing Jesus 27/10/02 am WBC Acts 19:8-21 Introduction You know- when Jesus does something in you- you just - can’t get it out of your head - can’t stop speaking about it… o comes out in every sermon Last week I was struck about this image of ‘getting closer to Jesus’ …. Desire ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:8-21

Denomination: Baptist

True Verses False Wisdom Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Nov 4, 2002

Part 14 in a series in the book of James

A Life of Works Produced By Faith Part 14 “True Verses False Wisdom” Date: November 3, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: James 3:13-18 Introduction We continue our study in the book of James picking up in chapter 3. We have said over and over again, I believe it is worth repeating this ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Why Bad Things Happen To God's People"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 9, 2002

Painful things have happen since the beginning - but why?

“WHY BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOD’S PEOPLE” By: Dr. Dennis Deese Genesis 4:1-8 Bad things happening to God’s people is not anything new. To the contrary, they have been happening since the very beginning of man’s decision to sin. Next to being separated from God (Genesis 3:24), Adam and Eve, a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8

Deny, Take Up, & Follow Series

Contributed by Robert Clark on Mar 16, 2003

What it means to deny ourselves, take up our Crosses and Follow our Lord Jesus Christ.

Mark 8:31-38 Jesus Predicts His Death 31He then began to teach them that the Son of Man must suffer many things and be rejected by the elders, chief priests and teachers of the law, and that he must be killed and after three days rise again. 32He spoke plainly about this, and Peter took him aside ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Methodist

"Commitment To Serve" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 21, 2003

God has gifted you for the purpose of serving.

Impact Series #4 Commitment to Serve Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches November 10, 2002 Commitment to Serve I Peter 4:10-12 Eccl. 9:10 INTRODUCTION: In our impact sermons we have been talking about Commitments that will change your life. First was the Commitment to Jesus Christ, next was the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-12, Ecclesiastes 9:10

Denomination: Methodist

"Overcoming A Critical Spirit"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 23, 2003

We can overcome a critical spirit with God’s help.

Iliff and Saltillo UM churches August 18, 2002 “Overcoming a Critical Spirit” James 4:1-12 Introduction: Grandma used to say, “If you can’t say something good about somebody, don’t say anything at all.” How many have heard that saying? Yet, why do we find it so hard to live up to that old ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12, James 4:1

Denomination: Methodist

"Final Words Of Wisdom"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 17, 2002

David could have referred to many different subjects at the end of his life but his topic was God. There is no doubt in my mind that had he spoke about any other subject other than the Lord the Holy Spirit would have penned that as well. In fact, if you

“FINAL WORDS OF WISDOM” (The Leader’s Agenda) I KINGS 2:1-4 David could have referred to many different subjects at the end of his life but his topic was God. There is no doubt in my mind that had he spoke about any other subject other than the Lord the Holy Spirit would have penned that as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:1-4

The Perfect Provider

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Aug 26, 2002

Discover the nature of God’s provision in His revelation of Himself as "Jehovah Jirah"

The Perfect Provider Genesis 22:1-14 INTRO: 1. ILL. A pastor had received a offering for the poor and had in mind who he was going to give to. Went to her house. It appeared she was home. Windows opened, flower pots set out. Knocked and knocked, but no answer. Next morning she answered the door, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ow! That Hurts!

Contributed by Chris Talton on Oct 27, 2003

In order to get Christians to increase in their fruitfulness for Him, God cuts things out of our lives.

Oct. 26, 2003 John 15 “Ow! That hurts!” Introduction Indian Jones and the Last Crusade is one of my favorite movies—it’s great entertainment but it packs a powerful punch of a message about finding happiness and joy. In the climactic scene of the movie, Indiana Jones is grasping ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

All Saints Sunday Yr B

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Oct 28, 2003

Sermon for All Saints Sunday, Yr B, based on John 11:32-44.

Sermon for All Saints Sunday Yr B 2/11/2003 Based on Jn 11:32-44 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson William Willimon tells of his friend Stuart Henry who accompanied a father and his little son on their first visit to Duke Chapel. They walked up and down the aisles, heads upturned, amazed at the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-44

Denomination: Lutheran