Sermons on Rebuilding:

Worship Themes

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Apr 30, 2002

Themes developed in worship psalms tend to focus on who God is, on what He has done, and on the wonder of His love for His people.

WORSHIP THEMES PSALMS 99–106 “Praise the LORD! Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His love endures forever” (Ps. 106:1). Themes developed in worship psalms tend to focus on who God is, on what He has done, and on the wonder of His love for His people. Overview Israel worshiped the LORD as ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preparing For Vision

Contributed by Todd Randolph on Oct 12, 2001

Getting your church and yourself ready to receive God’s vision.

On day six of the ill-fated mission of Apollo 13, the astronauts needed to make a critical course correction. If they failed, they might never return to Earth. To conserve power, they shut down the onboard computer that steered the craft. Yet the astronauts needed to conduct a thirty-nine-second ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The First Of The Signs

Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 18, 2004

“This beginning of signs Jesus did in Cana of Galilee, and manifested His glory; and His disciples believed in Him” John 2:11.

Theme: The first of the signs Text: Is. 62:1-5; 1 Cor. 12:4-11; Jn. 2:1-11 Weddings are and have always been considered a major event. Human history began with a marriage ceremony in the Garden of Eden and human history will end with the marriage ceremony between the bride and groom. Jesus also ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-5, John 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Having A Right Spirit

Contributed by Tyrone Garay on Dec 21, 2000

the need to have a right spirit in all that we do, keeping our lives free from bitterness and unforgivness, the power of a right spirit and keeping our motives in check

Renew a Right Spirit within me… Ps 51:1-10 51:1 Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy lovingkindness: according unto the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions. 2 Wash me throughly from mine iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin. 3 For I acknowledge my transgressions: and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reclaiming The Wastelands

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 26, 2005

Every person has various wastelands in their lives that Jesus wants to reclaim for His glory

Reclaiming the Wastelands 2 Chronicles 7:14 November 13, 2005 Morning Service Introduction Just outside of Crooksville Ohio, there was a large plot of land for sale, close to 100 acres, 94 to be exact. (If memory serves me right). The price was an unbelievable $500 per acre and that made the whole ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Church Of God

Nehemiah's Prayer

Contributed by Glenn Branham on May 11, 2005

Nehemiah’s prayer is instructional for today’s believer. It instills lessons of compassion, extended prayer, and is encouraging as to the power of prayer to effect change.

"Nehemiah’s Prayer" Neh. 1:1-2:6 Intro: Sometime last year while reading for my devotions, the passage for the day was this one in Nehemiah. I struck me hard. I made a note in the margin of my Bible and determined to get back to it when I had an opportunity. Tonight I have such an opportunity. ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hosanna In The Highest

Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 28, 2006

Jesus is SALVATION IN THE HIGHEST: here to be experienced, to be worshipped, to be honored and to be celebrated.

A little boy missed out on church one Palm Sunday. His mother stayed home to watch over him. When dad came home, there he was, sick on the couch. When he noticed dad come in with a huge palm branch in his hand, he was curious and asked, "Dad, what’s up with that palm branch?" His dad said, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:7-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It's All About Him Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 21, 2006

What is the meaning of life? It’s all about Him!

INTRODUCTION • If my count is correct, I have just completed the 25th funeral since moving to Auburn in September of 2000. • I have had the honor of being a part of so many families who have said good bye to their loved ones. • For me a death always begs the question concerning the meaning of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making All Things New Again

Contributed by Richard White on Dec 31, 2005

New Years is a time of revival and resolutions. Now is the time to make a difference

ALL THINGS NEW AGAIN Rev. 21:1-5 How was 2005 for you? Are you glad they are over? We said goodbye to some very dear people last year. Saints whom we will miss. Yet we also saw new babes in Christ born again. We saw people brought back from sickness and injuries, we saw saints renew their life ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now Is The Time Of God's Favor

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 26, 2006

Epiphany 3(C) - Now is the time of God’s favor and the day of salvation since the Lord provides his divine freedom so that our lives can proclaim God’s forgiveness.

ISAIAH 61:1-6 - Epiphany 3 - January 22, 2006 (Outline) INTRO: Today the Lord is going to try to teach us how to live in the present, the here and now. In our society the present is often overlooked. In our lives we may be too busy living to pay attention to the present, as we ought. At times ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Breaking The Bad Biting Habits Of Believers Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 12, 2005

Christ gives the Christian the freedom to love others truly.

Breaking the Bad Biting Habits of Believers Gal. 5:13-16Aug. 7, 2005 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: In his book, Rebuilding Your Broken World., -- Gordon MacDonald states. In early 1988 Charles and Diana, Prince and Princess of Wales, and some friends took a skiing ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Dangers Of Being In The Middle Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

A look at what we can get out of the letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation.

In Luke 18:17 Jesus says, “I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” This refers to the fact that God desires us to have child-like attitudes of trust in Him. An attitude that shows our desire to trust Him even we don’t ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Vital Resource Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 27, 2008

Examines the importance of the Bible in growing our faith. 2nd in series on faith.

THE VITAL RESOURCE For the past two weeks we have talked about pleasing God. We have talked about the importance of faith in the life of a believer. The Bible has a great deal to say about faith. - Hebrews 11:1-10 If you remember, two weeks ago we studied this chapter together. As we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Looking For This Christmas?

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Dec 13, 2008

A message designed to make listeners aware that God wants to reveal himself to them this Christmas in a way that just might surprise them.

Before reading today’s text I want to give you a little background or context. The passage takes place on the Temple grounds about 40 days after Jesus’ birth. Joseph and Mary have gone to the Temple for a couple of reasons. First, it was customary for a family to dedicate their first born son to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-38

Denomination: Methodist

The Four Horses Of The Apocalypse

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 31, 2008

A look at the four horsemen of Revelation.

The Four Horses of the Apocalypse Rev. 6 Oct. 12, 2008 FBC, Chester Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction I The rider of the white horse A Some say this rider/cavalier is Jesus by comparing 6:1-2 to 19:11-16. Then I saw when the Lamb broke ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-2

Denomination: Baptist