Sermons on Reality:

The Temple Of God Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Nov 28, 2005

We are God’s temple. Our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit. What God expects us to be being the Temple of His Presence?

Theme: THE TEMPLE OF GOD MUST BE Text: Matt. 21:12-16 Intro. A. Greetings… B. In his letter to the Corinthians, the apostle Paul said that our “body is the temple of God.” This is one of the most wonderful pictures given in the Scriptures depicting our relationship with God. We are His temples. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Healed In The Name Of Jesus Series

Contributed by John Brewster on Oct 20, 2006

Total healing also means total restoration and permanent change from your present condition. Don’t find yourself giving into a spirit of panic when facing a crisis.

BE HEALED IN THE NAME OF JESUS PART 1 Acts 10:38 (NKJV) how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, who went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with Him. Jesus healed a broad range of illnesses - in fact, He healed ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where's The Kingdom

Contributed by Shane Hart on Apr 27, 2006

A look at the Kingdom of God and what and where it is.

Tonight we will continue our series on “What, Where, Why, When?”, while I attempt to answer your questions about God, the Bible, and the church. Let’s go straight to our email question for this evening Email: Hi Pastor Shane, Luke 17:20-21 specifically, can you expound on verse 21b (For indeed, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:20-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Smoke & Mirrors

Contributed by James May on Apr 18, 2001

Satan has many tools of deception and he knows how to use them against saint and sinner alike.

SMOKE AND MIRRORS James 1:22 -25 “But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass: for he beholdeth himself, and goeth his way, and straightway ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Overcome Sin

Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 21, 2003

A message on Obedience.

HOW TO OVERCOME SIN Psalms 19:12-14 INTRO: All of us have a problem with sin. The question is, “How do I overcome sin in my life?” Let me give you some little principles—very basic, very straightforward. If you live by the Spirit, He gives the power to overcome the deeds of the flesh. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Go And Do Likewise

Contributed by Matthew Eyerman on Oct 3, 2004

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time -- Year C

Matthew Eyerman July 11, 2004 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time I. Introduction 1. the Park District has done redone Meyering Park a. named after one of our members b. a WW II veteran 2. lots of new park equipment 3. one piece missing: the seesaw II. Connection 1. what makes this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:37

Denomination: Catholic

Who Do You Submit To: Consensus Or Authority? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Nov 18, 2008

This message examines the basis for how we make moral decisions.

The postmodern worldview has plunged our culture into an authority crisis. This crisis is not confined to the area of religious faith but is visible in every single area of life. Parental authority, marital authority, political authority, academic authority, and ecclesiastical authority are all ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Mission From God

Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 2, 2015

As Christians, we are also on a mission-a mission from God. That mission is expressed throughout the Bible, including the Beatitudes. This mission statement is a rulebook or a map for our Christian life. The Beatitudes are the good news of grace.

Those of you who have watched TV crime shows such as “CSI” or “Columbo” know that the main character is always on a mission-namely, to solve a crime. Also, anyone who has gone on a trip has also been on a mission-namely, to get to their destination. As Christians, we are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Ash Wednesday

Contributed by Douglas Stull on Nov 7, 2015

This sermon answers three questions; 1. What is Ash Wednesday? 2. How do you observe Ash Wednesday? 3. Spiritual value?

What Is Ash Wednesday? A. What Is Ash Wednesday? If your experience is anything like mine, you’ve not asked this question nor even cared about the answer. 1. When Mel Gibson released the epic blockbuster movie “the Passion of Christ,” on Ash Wednesday in 2004, suddenly ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:19

Denomination: Brethren

He Is Not Here...then Tell Me Where

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 29, 2014

You have been looking in all the wrong places but He is not here.

“He is not here…then tell me where” By Bishop M.L. Maughmer, Jr. HE IS NOT HERE, FOR HE IS RISEN If Christ was still there:- His Divinity is Disproved - He is a fraud in His person, his position, his practice, and his pronouncements. If Christ was still there:- His Death is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-6

Denomination: Apostolic

Moments Of Hope

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 16, 2014

We have hope no matter what we face in life

Moments of Hope Romans 8:31-37 August 31, 2014 Morning Service “Man can live about forty days without food, about three days without water, about eight minutes without air...but only for one second without hope.” ¯ Hal Lindsey Everyone is in need of hope. The world would fall apart ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-37

Denomination: Church Of God

Turn Around

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Jan 29, 2015

The need for and meaning of repentance

Before I moved to Oregon I use to consider myself a fisherman. I got my license each year and spent many afternoons and days off with a string in the Walker River or Lee Vining Creek. One of the few times I fished here was in my first few years and I went out to the Sandy near Troutdale. Steelhead ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dream Suicide

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 17, 2014

How many commit Spiritual suicide in their lifetime and never bounce back.

Dream Suicide Genesis 39:7-10TM Have you ever wondered why opportunity knocks once – yet temptation bangs on the door constantly? Philip Yancey, in his book "Reaching for the Invisible God" describes the way God get’s blamed for things in this way. "When Princess Diana ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grace To Face The Past Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 22, 2013

God gives the grace to face the issues and problems of the past

We all have regrets, according to Dr. Richard Kinnier of Arizona State Univ. The most common regret was not being a better student, not studying more. Other common regrets include not being more assertive, not having more self-discipline, not taking more risks, not spending quality time with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

Worship Releasing Destiny - Exodus Part 5 Series

Contributed by Dan Carroll on Jul 28, 2011

The story of Moses shows us how God can use us--through surrender of our identity, our tools, and our weaknesses to Him.

INTRODUCTION • There is nothing more important than worship. • All God does begins with worship, not activity. • It is deep relationship with God. • It is allowing God to dig into us at the deepest levels and transform us. I. REPOSITIONING FOR RELEASE • The story ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational