Sermons on Prompt Obedience:

Tithing

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Feb 12, 2013

God appears to have established a set of laws that were recognized by Abraham long before the giving of the law to Moses and Abraham must have known that the tithe was due to God.

Tithing Matthew 6:21 - For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Tithe means one tenth, or a tenth part of the whole. In its broadest sense, it means a tenth of one’s income contributed to a local church. There are many Christians today who do not practice tithing because ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:4-5

Denomination: Charismatic

"Oh Happy Day"

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 19, 2013

The way we live and lead our lives is very important, There should be something about us that should be inspiring, that says to a person, I don’t know what it is about them, but whatever it is, I want what they have.

Oh happy day Oh happy day, when Jesus washed my sin away, you know the movie "sister act" probably gets a lot of credit for making that song popular and it did, When God was all but removed from public buildings,. High schools all across America, sang about the Love of God! It was a great ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, Jeremiah 29:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Beginnings; Old Themes

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Feb 26, 2013

It is difficult but essential to put the Greatest Commandment into practice when life's circumstances are difficult.

I am very pleased to report that we had a great family vacation, and I hope you will be pleased to hear that I am back at work ready to tackle a new season of ministry together. In many ways it does feel like a new season, and I want to talk about that a little more in a few moments. But first I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-39

Denomination: Baptist

"How Big Is Your Problem?"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jan 18, 2011

Three suggestions to help you overcome your problems.

“How Big Is Your Problem?” January 23, 2011 Numbers 13: 1-2; 17-33 1 The LORD said to Moses, 2 “Send some men to explore the land of Canaan, which I am giving to the Israelites. From each ancestral tribe send one of its leaders.” 3 So at the Lord’s command Moses ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-33

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus Call To His First Apostles

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 22, 2011

The call of Andrew, Peter James and John reflects the Great Commission

Jesus Calls His First Disciples In this morning’s Gospel reading we read of Jesus’ encounter with Peter and Andrew and James and John – and with his call for them to follow him. Jim Eliot, an American missionary who was killed on 8th January 1956 taking the Gospel to the Waodani ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Anglican

What Are The Consequences Of Me Doing Nothing?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 28, 2011

A look at the third servant's complaint that the master is a harsh man.

A Tense Moment: Standing before the master with empty hands. - Luke 19:20 - After handing back to his master what he was given, the servant stands with empty hands. He has nothing more to give. He has done nothing productive with the mina entrusted to him. It is a tense moment, worthy of our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Fan Or Follower - Which Jesus Am I Following? Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jan 31, 2011

What do we expect when we follow Jesus? Do we expect Him to meet our physical desires? Do we expect that He must make sure we understand everything and that He makes it easy for us? There are some who want to follow that “Jesus.” But that is not what

Fan or Follower Which Jesus am I following? John 6:30-69 Slide Expectations Have you ever been disappointed? Of course you have. We all have at times. But have you thought of why you were disappointed? Maybe someone didn’t do what you thought they would do. Or maybe, things did not turn out ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-69

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Now Is Not The End Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 5, 2011

Part 4 focuses on Joseph's revelation to his brother and his understanding that God had established him to save the lives of his family as part of His promise to Abraham.

Now Is Not The End Part 4 Scriptures: Genesis Chapter 42-50; Exodus 13:19 Introduction: This morning I will complete this series I’ve titled “Now Is Not The End”. During the past three weeks we have followed Joseph’s trials and tribulations as he was sold into ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sacrifice Of Abel Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 12, 2011

Abel worshiped in faith, and so should we.

Ss Cyril & Methodius February 14, 2011 The Spirit of the Liturgy For a few months now we have been considering, with our Holy Father, the spirit of the liturgy. And so it is fitting that we hear today, and on Valentine’s Day, this marvelous lesson from Genesis, the story of accepted Abel ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-25

Denomination: Catholic

"What Did You Expect?"

Contributed by Scott Nichols on Feb 19, 2011

The story of Naaman in 2 Kings 5 is a powerful reminder that God is not limited by our expectations.

Naaman was past upset; past mad; past even furious - he was working on a complete emotional meltdown. Like a cartoon character - the steam seems to literally be pouring out of his ears. He stomps - he stammers - he shouts: "I thought that he would surely come out to me and stand and call on the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Doing What God Wants Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Dec 7, 2010

Learning how to be the church in today's world through learning from the book of Acts.

[2] Has God ever asked you to do something that was really hard? You knew God wanted you to do something, but you had a difficult time following through. Even though you knew it was the right thing to do; that it was God’s thing to do; but you just couldn’t do it? [Seeing car with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Baptist

A Tale Of Two Cities Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 20, 2010

This passage provides a clear contrast between the citizens of Mount Zion and the citizens of Babylon in their citizenship requirements, lifestyle and final destiny.

It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair… So ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Be Faithful As He Is Faithful

Contributed by Patrick Oelund on Dec 29, 2010

We have been entrusted the mysteries of God. God has called us, and those who have been given a trust must prove themselves faithful

Be faithful as He is faithful Patrick Oelund 1Cor 4:1-2 We have been entrusted (stewards) the mysteries of God A gift, ministry, our calling etc. Those who have been given a trust (become stewards) must prove themselves faithful Faithfulness is one of the main characters of God (1Cor 1:9). The OT ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

’tis The Season To Walk With God Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 3, 2011

In this message, let’s think about three men who walked with God. 1- Enoch’s walk of evangelism 2- Noah’s walk of obedience 3- Abraham’s walk of faith

INTRO.- ILL.- Some guy said: We work out too much. We waste time. A friend of mine runs marathons. He always talks about this "runner’s high." But he has to go 26 miles for it. That’s why I smoke and drink. I get the same feeling from a flight of stairs. ILL.- Deciding to take up jogging, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What A Big Catch Of Fish!

Contributed by Diana Ball on Jan 4, 2011

Jesus was still teaching the disciples lessons - even after the tomb. Here, he teaches a lesson using a miraculous catch of fish.

VERSES 1-3 Jesus was still trying to teach the disciples a lesson, even after His death. Jesus was going to leave the disciples in charge of His work and His mission here on this earth. After the events of Christ’s death, some believe that Peter returned to fishing because he felt ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Nazarene