Sermons on Receiving The Gift Of Tongues:

"The Christian And Thankfulness" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 19, 2003

True thankfulness to God, is the fruit of accurate knowledge of what God has done, is doing and will do, so far as is revealed in His word. (#2 in The Christian Victor series)

“But do not let immorality or any impurity or greed even be named among you, as is proper among saints; and there must be no filthiness and silly talk, or coarse jesting, which are not fitting, but rather giving of thanks. For this you know with certainty, that no immoral or impure person or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-5, Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Orthodox

#4- The Victory In Life Series

Contributed by David Mains on Sep 22, 2003

Fourth in David Mains’ series on John. Everyone responds to their conversion experience differently. Some lift their arms like Rocky Balboa climbing the stairs to the strains of “Gonna Fly Now!” Others weep like Mary who tearfully went to the tomb loo

In 1976 the news story of the year was the death of China’s leader Mao Zedong. In the Montreal, Olympics that year fourteen year old and 86 pound Nadia Comaneci of Romania scored seven perfect 10’s. Then there was a major uprising in Soweto, South Africa, when police fired on a peaceful march of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ordinance Of Headship And Submission

Contributed by Bruce Morrison on Sep 23, 2003

Success or failure in husband/wife, parent/child, pastor/congregation, relationships depend on the observance of this ordinance.

The Ordinance of Headship and Submission Bible Text: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16 The meaning of “Ordinance” "Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ. Now I praise you, brethren, that ye remember me in all things, and keep the ordinances, as I delivered them to you." 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ready To Eat?

Contributed by Charles Newman on Jul 24, 2004

God is coming soon. He has invited all to the wedding feast. Do you have the proper wedding attire on? Will Christ find you dilligently working to advance His kingdom or will you be investing in things that will one day turn to dust?

Are You Ready to Eat? Ah, the wedding feast. I love weddings. Doesn’t anybody need to get married around these parts? I’m available to do the ceremony. One of the best parts of a wedding is the food. It seems that most don’t spare any expense in preparing the food for a wedding. It is as though ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Give Up To Go Up Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Jul 31, 2004

Part 1 of 3 in the series "Going For The Gold." The messages is about what it takes to make the sacrifices necessary to become a world-class Christian.

GIVE UP TO GO UP GOING FOR THE GOLD: How to be a World-Class Christian Hebrews 12:1a August 1, 2004 Series Introduction: This month the Olympic games will be returning to their origins in Athens, Greece. Once every four years the best athletes from all around the globe gather for competition. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

Trusting God Knows Me Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Feb 28, 2005

One of the amazing things to discover in life is that God knows who you are. Today, we’re going to examine several things He knows about you.

“Trusting God Knows Me” Jeremiah 1: 4-5 February 6, 2005 Intro: Have any of y’all seen the show “Wife Swap”? Probably some of you are thinking, “The only thing this preacher does is watch reality TV shows all the time!” Actually I take Sundays off. But I promise you the show “Wife Swap” isn’t ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Almost Is Not Enough

Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 9, 2004

AS WE STUDY THE EARLY PART OF THE BOOK OF JOSHUA TODAY, WE WILL SEE THAT OUR JOURNEY INTO OUR PROMISE LAND IS LIKE THE ISRAELITES JOURNEY IN 4 RESPECTS.

"ALMOST, IS NOT ENOUGH" TEXT: JOSHUA 1-4 INTRODUCTION [1:1-9] I am sure that most of us have heard the expression that Almost only counts in horse shoes and hand grenades. To almost hit your target with a grenade or to almost get a ringer, sometimes is good enough, sometimes it is all ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gone Fishin'

Contributed by John Nadasi on Jan 29, 2003

This is a fun sermon to preach! God’s call extends from the ordinary (apostles) to the extraordinary (Jonah). Many times God calls us through the subtlety of invitation as in this text. We are invited to go and do likewise.

Mark 1: 14-20 January 26, 2000 Paonia United Methodist Church How many of you watch the news? Have you seen the case being brought against McDonalds That eating their food makes you fat? Duh! Of course it does… that’s what makes it taste good. Thankfully, that case was dismissed this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Methodist

"Ananias: Vessel Of Courage"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 20, 2004

No one can predict what great things God will accomplish through even your smallest steps of obedience, courage and grace.

There was, in Damascus, a certain disciple named Ananias. I think he was a young man. Because in Joel 2:28 God said through the prophet that after He poured out His Spirit on all mankind, their old men would dream dreams and their young men would see visions. And here, in Acts 9:10, we’re ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-19

Denomination: Orthodox

The Purpose Of Testing Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Aug 27, 2007

As Christians today, we have to endure testing. But God doesn’t only call us to endure it, He calls us to have joy in it. He calls us to have joy in it because there is a purpose behind it.

1. Testing produces patience (3) 2. Testing produces perfection (4) 3. Testing wants wisdom (5) 4. Testing finds faith (6-8) JAMES 1:2 It’s back to school time, isn’t it? Teachers are excited. Parents are excited. Kids are excited. You can just feel the excitement in the air, can’t you? Well, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Three Strikes, You're Out! Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Aug 27, 2007

Israel missed each opportunity God gave them. Each time Amos interceded, God held off on afflicting them. Finally, He had enough—He afflicted them with almost complete destruction. God is faithful to respond to the intercessory prayers of His people.

1. The first pitch was a fastball of grace. 2. The second pitch was a fastball of mercy. 3. The third pitch was a changeup of affliction. AMOS 7:1-9 I think everybody here knows how much I enjoy sports. Mostly football, but I like other sports too. I like watching NASCAR. I’m a frustrated ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Sustaining Grace Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Aug 28, 2007

We are all subject to stumble. The good news of God is that He has provided several means for us to stand up and stand back up.

Introduction: I. I’ve got to tell you, I am really ticked off at myself right now. A. You may recall about a year ago, I made a commitment to lose weight. B. In fact, I made a commitment to myself to lose 100 pounds. C. I started out pretty well. 1. In a rather short period of time, about ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Methodist

Lost And Found Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Aug 29, 2007

Lessons from the parable of the lost sheep.

*Intro> A man telephone his business associate’s home and was greeted with a child’s whispered, “Hello?” The man asked, “Is your daddy home?” “Yes,” was the whispered reply. “May I talk with him?” “No,” the child replied. The man was surprised, but wanting to talk to an adult, he then asked, “Is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

"God Is The Only Savior" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 31, 2007

Sermon 10 in a study in Hosea

“Yet I have been the LORD your God since the land of Egypt; and you were not to know any god except Me, for there is no savior besides Me. 5 I cared for you in the wilderness, in the land of drought. 6 As they had their pasture, they became satisfied, and being satisfied, their heart became proud; ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 13:1-16

Denomination: Orthodox

The Plan Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Sep 5, 2007

We are to be a community of faith submitting to the Lordship of Jesus.

THE PLAN Matthew 16.18-19 S: Church C: God’s plan for us. Th: His power, His work – in us! Pr: WE ARE TO BE A COMMUNITY OF FAITH SUBMITTING TO THE LORDSHIP OF JESUS. ?: What do we need to understand? KW: Features TS: We will find in our study of Matthew 16.18-19 five characteristics of the church ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-19

Denomination: Baptist