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Don't Be Careless

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Dec 4, 2007

Careless communion means spiritual weakness; let us take due care.

1st Corinthians 11:27-32 “Don’t be careless at the Table” Careless communion means spiritual weakness; let us take due care. Sunday morning Sermon 11.18.07 Intro: (Start with Text and Title) We can be careless with many things in life -- and life will still go on. You could be careless with your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:27-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Successful Life

Contributed by Matthew Mobley on Mar 28, 2008

Jesus’ description of a successful life is different than that of most folks.

Bishop Will Willimon is the resident bishop for the North Alabama Conference of the United Methodist Church. But before he was elected bishop in 2004, he was dean of the chapel at Duke University – one of the most prestigious universities in America. He tells this story from his days at Duke about ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Methodist

Don't Stop Thinking About Tomorrow

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Oct 10, 2007

We all need to have vision in our lives. We need to have vision for ourselves personally. But, just as importantly, we need to have vision for ourselves collectively as a congregation.

History books often refer to World War I as “The war to end all wars.” We all know how untrue that is. There was of course World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan, and Iraq twice plus numerous other skirmishes that our troops have been involved in. That doesn’t even begin to mention the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

Super Glue

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Nov 1, 2002

The glue which holds us together is Jesus himself – not just Jesus as a philosophy of life but Jesus as a fleshy reality and Jesus as eternal life.

- - - - - - - - All scripture quotations are from the New Living Translation of the Bible. - - - - - - - - I have in front of me several types of glue – bonding agents. Elmers household glue is the most common. Very versatile – non-toxic, too. It dries kind of slowly, has limited bonding power. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: *other

Being A Good Steward Of My Talents Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 15, 2007

A sermon about being a good steward of our what has given us to serve Him with.

As we think about being good stewards of our talents, I want us to first consider what the Bible says about the priority of ministry. In other words, why should you be interested in finding a place of service within the life of the church? Let me share ten reasons why you should be interested in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

This World Is Not My Home Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 22, 2007

Money has the power to shackle us to this present world. Our tithes and offerings have the power to power to shackle us to God in faith.

OPEN: A preacher named Ray Stedman traveled across the country for a week of meetings. The only problem was, his baggage didn’t make it. He needed a couple of suits so he went down to the local thrift shop. When he told the salesman, "I’d like to get a couple of suits," the man smiled, led him ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Presented At The Temple

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 8, 2007

Tf what’s happened with his birth we also need God’s word to enlighten us, to fill out for us these events with the rich understanding of God’s plan for the world.

One of the good things about Christmas is catching up with people you haven’t seen for a while, maybe even since last year. Well, this year I’ve had lots of conversations with people who want to know what’s happening about the merger with St Michael’s. They all want to know how things are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Anglican

Woman At The Well - Stages Of Relationsips

Contributed by Michael Worker on Jun 22, 2007

This sermon uses the illustration of the Woman at the well to show how christian friendship and community is developed

On the way to Galilee Jesus passed through Samaria. It was noon when He reached the beautiful Vale of Shechem. At the opening of the valley was Jacob’s well. Wearied with His journey, He sat down here to rest while His disciples went to buy food. The Jews and the Samaritans were bitter ...read more

Scripture: John 4:9-26

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

As We Go About Our Life, Make Disciples

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on May 20, 2008

The Great Commission is Jesus main instruction to all disciples. This sermon highlights that the main instruction of the Great Commission is that as we go about our life we are to make disciples.

The main text for today’s thoughts is Matthew 28:16-20. Lets hear it again. 16Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Lutheran

No Worries

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 21, 2008

We can fully trust God who created us and cares for us.

Title: No Worries… Text: Matthew 6:24-34 Thesis: We can fully trust God who created us and cares for us. Introduction Let’s look at a clip to start us thinking as we begin. (Play Clip: worshiphousemedia.com Clip: Matthew 6: Do Not Worry) That clip is a powerful reminder that God wants us to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:25-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discover How To Build Your Life

Contributed by Michael Luke on May 23, 2008

Instructions from Jesus on how to build your life - used on Sunday we honored our graduates

SPECIAL DAY: HONORING OF GRADUATES TEXT: MATTHEW 7:24-29 TITLE: “DISCOVER HOW TO BUILD YOUR LIFE” OPEN: A. In just a few short weeks, the Class of 2008 will be graduating --We’re glad that each of you are here this morning and that we get the opportunity to honor your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stop Minding Your Own Business

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 15, 2011

Christians need to stop minding their own business and start minding our father's business.

Stop minding your own business Luke 2:40-2:49 I was thinking about a phrase that I remember hearing people say a lot when I was in high school I guess I heard it in lots of situations. It just seems that I don’t recall hearing it as much in more recent times… “Mind your own ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-50

Denomination: Congregational

Building Something That Lasts Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 30, 2012

Eternity, encouragement, growth

BUILDING MATERIAL THAT LASTS 1 Cor. 3:14 August 8, 2010 INTRODUCTION: Do you remember the story of the three little pigs? It's my grandson Peyton's very favorite story…I've read it to him so many times…he finishes the sentences. It’s the story of three little pigs who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:14, 1 Corinthians 3:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Of The Second Chance

Contributed by Jason Seger on Feb 18, 2012

We can learn from Jesus' actions how to respond when we are confronted with the sins of others.

God of the Second Chance Scripture Text: John 7:53 – 8:11 Introduction: How many of you would be honest enough to say that you gave blown it in the past? Sure, we all have because we are all sinners? Now, when you blow it, how great does it feel to get a second chance? Whether ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Being A Gamechanger Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Aug 9, 2010

The first in a 4-part series of messages on the challenges of the 21st Century Church in America. The Lord needs some gamechangers today.

Meeting The Challenge Being a ‘Gamechanger’ 2 Chronicles 24:1-14 * At the end of August this year a movie will be premiered which carries the title, “Nick Saban: Gamechanger.” This will be a documentary on the life of the Alabama Football coach. In the trailer for this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 24:1-14

Denomination: Baptist