Sermons on Prospective:

Entrusted And Faithful

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 26, 2007

We have called and entrusted to be a living witness. We are called to represent our Lord in a personal way.

Entrusted and Faithful 1st Corinthians 4:2 Five things a man must learn to do, if he would make his record true: To think without confusion clearly To love his fellowmen sincerely To act from honest motives purely To trust in God and heaven securely. To proclaim our release & freedom ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:2

Denomination: Church Of God

Commitment To The Church #4 Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Apr 2, 2008

Each of us here is needed. Every contribution we extend for the building of the body of Christ is very important.

Series Subject: Commitment to the Church Theme: Serving God Through Giving Pt.1 Text: 2 Cor.8: 1-15 Introduction A. Last Thursday, we have witnessed the strong bond of the believers in this city; they came together in one accord, united to proclaim that Jesus is the Lord and the King of General ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Commitment To The Church #5 Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Apr 2, 2008

Many pastors were being misunderstood and criticized by the people when they preached on giving. But what does the Bible say about serving God through giving? God’s people must know, understand and give to the church based only on what the Word of God tea

Series Subject: Commitment to the Church Theme: Serving God Through Giving Pt.2 Text: 2 Corinthians 8: 1-15 Introduction A. The word of God has reminded us of the truth that each believer is called, needed, gifted, equipped, and plays a significant role to help build up the body of Jesus. That’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On The Brink Of A Miracle

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Feb 22, 2008

Sometimes a dream looks dead, but God is able to bring the dream alive through a miracle.

We Are on the Brink of a Miracle! Zechariah 4:1-10 5 Then the angel that talked with me answered and said unto me, Knowest thou not what these be? And I said, No, my lord. 6 Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mountain Shopping Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 22, 2008

A study of Joshua the man is not complete without looking at his friend Caleb. 40 years earlier they were young men, and 2 of the 12 spies sent to check out the land of Canaan. Now comes their reward. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Mountain Shopping Joshua 14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/MountainShopping.html Ironic it is to talk on this subject from central Illinois. I was raised where you could spot a mountain in nothing flat. Here, ‘flat’ is the key word. But God made the mountains, God moves mountains, and so does ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Peace-Makers Part I Series

Contributed by Bobby Bodenhamer on Dec 9, 2008

Utilizing this Beatitude of our Lord, may aim is to draw the congregation closer to what Christmas is all about in the birth of our "Peace-Maker".

Blessed are the Peace-Makers Part I Matthew 5:9 "Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God." Isaiah 9:6 "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: *other

Christmas "P's"

Contributed by Blake Inscore on Dec 12, 2008

The are five powerful words that all begin with the letter "P" that can help us better understand the story of Christmas.

Christmas P’s Luke 2:1-20 Introduction: Last week we looked Christmas from somewhat of a non-traditional viewpoint by seeing the Christmas isn’t “A” word it is “THE WORD” Jesus Christ. Today I want us to look at the Christmas story as told in the Gospel of Luke, and after we read it together I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Hero's Part 4 Series

Contributed by Greg Cooper on Oct 26, 2007

AN AVERAGE PERSON WITH AN ABOVE AVERAGE VISION

Title: An Above Average Vision Text: Hebrews 11:11 Intro: Here in this text we find an elderly gentleman that is faced with a problem in his life. Abram is about 85 and has no heirs. He has a slave that was born in his house but no blood heir to carry own his name. Abram begins to talk to God about ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The True Hope Of Christmas Never Fades Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 29, 2008

This message examines how we can keep the joy and hope of Christmas every day of our lives.

In the days leading up to Christmas our expectations are high and a sense of joy fills our hearts. We often are much like children in the fact we dream of Santa Claus and his glittering gifts of joy and peace. But what happens after Christmas? Well the tree dries up, the decorations are taken down ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Redeem The Time

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jan 8, 2009

A fresh look at time

Paul tells the Ephesians in verse 15 that they need to be wise concerning their ways, and then in verse 16 he tells them that they need to be wise concerning their days. At the beginning of a New Year, I think it would be good for us to consider the importance of time since it is what days are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Operation Of God

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jun 28, 2008

Jesus Christ is the Great Physician, He does heart operations every day, He always gives His patients a better life.

THE OPERATION OF GOD COL.2:12 Most of us know of people who have had some type of a heart operation and it usually helps these folks live a better life, in fact my dad; Paul Brown had a triple bypass operation and he was no longer short of breath, it helped him ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:12

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Know "So Sweet" Is The Grace Of God?

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jul 1, 2008

If we would "taste" God’s Grace, we would have nothing to boast, but have eveything to praise Him!

Some years ago, when I was alone in the house, I suffered a severe case of bronchial asthma. I could not breathe! I could not inhale any amount of air! Have you wrestled with such trauma – to be deprived of air, or unable to breathe? Have you reached the point in your life that nothing was more ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of A Father

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 16, 2008

Although the main focus of the Prodigal Son parable is the ungracious brother, the assumptions made about the Prodigal’s father are enlightening.

The Heart of a Father (Luke 15:11-32) 1. Father’s Day -- what can we say? 2. Sermon Central took a poll, and this would be mostly of pastors. The question and results are as follows: What do you expect for Father’s Day? A big deal 3% Simple card/gift 42% Nothing 35% Surprise ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Message Of Jonah Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 20, 2010

Nineveh repented at the preaching of Jonah; have we repented at the preaching of One (Jesus) who is much greater?

The Message of Jonah Judging Nineveh part 1 01/11/09 AM Text: Jonah 1:1-4:11 Introduction This morning we are going to begin a two part message that is essentially a case study of the righteous judgment of God. 1 Timothy 3:16 tells us that all scripture in profitable to us and there are many ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"What Are The Odds?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 12, 2012

A sermon about trusting in God.

John 6:1-21 “What are the odds?” On August 31, 2005, the FEMA Regional Director emailed the Director regarding the situation in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina. He wrote: “Sir, I know that you know the situation is past critical. Here are some things you might not ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist