Sermons on Pulpit Committee:

Thoughts On Building Temples

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 5, 2000

We were moving into a building project in Brisbane and this was a look at David’s instructions to Solomon to build the temple

HE WALKED ACROSS THE DUSTY STONY GROUND, KICKED A ROCK AND BENT AND DREW IN THE DIRT. HE LOOKED AROUND AT THE DESOLATE LAND SCAPE AND DOWN AT THE CITY BELOW AND WONDERED IF HIS DREAM WOULD EVER BE A REALITY. WOULD IT REALLY HAPPEN, SOMEDAY WOULD THE PEOPLE OF GOD WORSHIP ON THIS GROUND? WOULD ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 22:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Forgiveness -- The Epitome Of God's Love For Us Series

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 16, 2024

God's forgiveness heals, forgiveness restores, and forgiveness returns lost souls Home.

While I was on the faculty at Trinity College Theological School, I had the privilege of being invited to serve on the Human Ethics Committee of the Royal Melbourne Hospital. As we know, the Royal Melbourne Hospital is the teaching hospital of Melbourne University. It is directly attached to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Wise Advice Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 30, 2008

Jethro’s advise wasn’t just good for Moses in his day, it’s also good for Christians today. What lesson can we learn from this ancient man of God.

OPEN: Back in the 90’s there was a president of was a president of Harvard University named Neil Rudenstine. Now, one of the major roles of college president is to raise money for the institution so they can pay the salaries and other financial responsibilities of the organization. And Neil ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:1-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Thessalonians 1 Of 12 (1 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 6, 2022

In his book, “Harvest of Humanity,” John Seamands tells the story of a German soldier that was wounded in training.

He reported the injury to his officer and he was commanded to go to the local military hospital. When he arrived at the hospital he parked his car and entered the magnificent building. Immediately he saw two doors clearly marked. • The sign on one said, “For the slightly wounded,” and the other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-27

Denomination: Baptist

23rd Anniversary "Our God Is An Awesome God"

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 13, 2012

This is the sermon we preached on our 23rd anniversary as pastors of the church. It chronicles God's blessings upon us.

Our God is an awesome God. God reigns from heaven above, with wisdom power and love our God is an awesome God. Today we celebrate 23 years of love and of ministry together as pastors and congregation. If someone were to ask us to sum up our experience together, it would have to be , ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:14-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fear Not, Be Prepared Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Nov 23, 2003

Sermon for First Sunday in Advent, Year C, based on Lk 21:25-36

Sermon for I Advent Yr C, 30/11/2003 Based on Lk 21:25-36 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson In the history of the Church, far too much time has been wasted on trying to know when Christ is coming again; and the unfolding of events leading up to his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Hosea-The Hurt Of God- Series Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 1, 2005

Exposition and Application of the Book of Hosea

By Pastor Bob Marcaurelle Hosea-The Hurt of God Sermon 1 Hosea 1:1-2 THE TIMES AND TEARS OF HOSEA Picture ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Asking Abd Receiving Wisdom Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005

James tells us if we lack wisdom "let him ask of God, who gives to all men generously." This sermon treats the text in an expository manner.

ASKING for and RECEIVING WISDOM. James 1:5-8 {5} But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all men generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him. {6} But let him ask in faith without any doubting, for the one who doubts is like the surf of the sea driven ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: *other

Planting Seeds

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 25, 2023

It is hard to plant seeds for discipleship that you may never see grow. Jesus did it for 3 years. If he can do it we can do it

Planting Seeds John 12:20-26 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 12:20 Now there were some Greeks among those who were going up to worship at the feast; 21 these then came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida of Galilee, and began to ask him, saying, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” 22 Philip came and ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: United Methodist

Different Bible Translations Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 15, 2022

Questions Often Asked Concerning Different Bible Translations

Questions Often Asked Concerning Different Bible Translations 1. The last question, "How do I choose a Bible translation?" is essential and the reason for asking and answering the other three. (Page 1) 2. What is the most exact English translation available in the world? The New American ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Preach The Word Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 27, 2011

To qualify as worship, our corporate religious activities must include sound preaching. To fail to include this vital aspect of worship is to condemn our congregations to an insipid presence in the midst of a hostile world.

“I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom: preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching. For the time is coming when people will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Stewardship

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 25, 2005

One of the things in Christian circles that tends to be done in a careless manner is the handling of money. The apostle Paul in this passage organizes the collection of funds for the saints in Jerusalem so that it will be managed honestly and faithfully.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A man had a heart attack and was rushed to the hospital. He could receive little company and was to avoid excitement. While in the hospital a rich uncle died and left him a million dollars. His family wondered how to break the news to him with the least amount of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

Guideline #7: Every Member In Ministry Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Nov 3, 2003

Being a Christian means being a minister.

SERIES: “GOD-GIVEN GUIDELINES FOR GROWING A GREAT CHURCH” TEXT: EPHESIANS 4:7-16 TITLE: Guideline #7: “EVERY MEMBER IN MINISTRY” (bulk of material from Bob Russel’s When God Builds A Church) INTRODUCTION: A. Sometimes it’s extremely difficult to get a well-established church to get moving ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing A Place For The Preacher

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 11, 2007

A Sermon about Allowing the Man of God a place in your life! After our World Missions Conference!

PREPARING A PLACE FOR THE PREACHER II Kings 4:8-37 Introduction: I want to say first of all – I’m so proud of my Church The People of this Church Showed off this week An Unbelievable Job that you all did I love Preachers I love Missionaries AND I BELIEVE THAT YOU DO TO I was thinking Friday – ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-37

Denomination: Baptist

Sovereign Over Circumstances Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 21, 2008

God orders everything for his glory and for saving his people.

Scripture Introduction Back in January we resumed our study in John at chapter seven. Since then we have moved verse by verse, arriving now at the end of chapter eleven. (Next week, Lord willing, we will begin a summer series on the Dynamic Church.) Here is a convenient place to pause, because we ...read more

Scripture: John 11:45-57

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed