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When Technique Eclipses Relationship-Part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 25, 2002

We incur certain liabilities when our relationship to Jesus is eclipsed by technique. Part 2 of a 3 part sermon.

WHEN TECHNIQUE ECLIPSES RELATIONSHIP-II—Revelation 2:1-7 Firstless Love A man who spends all his time at work—Neglecting his family in order to do it—Forgetting that his initial drive for the work is to meet his family’s need. Jesus reprimanded the Ephesian church because their first love for ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Fellowship-The Power Of Oneness Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 6, 2007

Fellowship, is the true power of oneness within the Christian family/church.

Intro A second grade teacher gave an assignment to her class for the students to bring an item from home that represented their religious background. She wanted to teach the kids about the diversity in the world about worshipping God. At show and tell time, they began to share what their ...read more

Scripture: John 17:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

This Is Church Not Theatre

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jul 22, 2008

The Corinthians had made the mistake of approaching worship like a smorgasbord. They were taking what they thought was the best and walking by what they really needed on their plates.

This is Church not Theatre 1 Corinthians 4:1-21 Today’s scripture passage is meant as a loving correction from a father to his children. St. Paul is writing to his spiritual children in Corinth a church that he planted and now he goes about watering it. Just like the parable of (The Sower) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christ Centered Relationships Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014

Philippians - Manual of Joy Christ Centered Relationships

Philippians - Manual of Joy Christ Centered Relationships 4:14-20 David Taylor Paul closes this letter by rejoicing over the sacrificial gift the Philippians gave him (1:5-6; 25-30). The Philippian church was part of the Macedonian churches mentioned in 2 Corinthians 8 and 9 that gave ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Come To The Fountain, Finding Contentment.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 3, 2013

Leaders who didn’t really know the Lord were setting idolatrous pattern for others (Hosea 4:6) Two evils, first, Israel abandoned the Lord, their only source of spiritual sustenance. Secondly, Israel turned to idolatrous objects of trust. Jeremiah com

Come To the Fountain, Finding Contentment. Jeremiah 2:11-13NASB Professional golfer Paul Azinger was diagnosed with cancer at age 33. He had just won a PGA championship and had ten tournament victories to his credit. 
He wrote, "A genuine feeling of fear came over me. I could die ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:11-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Faith Of Our Mothers

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on May 11, 2009

Faith must be LIVING or it is not faith at all. Faith must be SEASONED with love or it will not be SWALLOWED by our children!

Faith of Our Mothers 2 Timothy 1:5 2 Timothy 1:5 5 I have been reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also. (NIV) Some Things My Mother Taught Me My mother taught me CONTORTIONS "Have you seen the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Church Of God

The Danger Of The Familiar Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 28, 2010

Often our faith becomes stale. We can get so accustomed to things as they are and we become comfortable with our faith and in doing se we get stuck. This message challenges us to look at faith issues through fresh eyes.

“The Danger of the Familiar” Matthew 21:1-11 In the Episcopal church and also in the Catholic church they use phrases in the service that become very familiar to the congregation because they use these phrases over and over. In addition they also chant or sing the words. As a young ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting God When Times Are Tough

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jan 20, 2020

The season after Christmas can be blah. All the excitement is gone and we're left with the emotional crash after. This sermon speaks to how we can trust God when times are tough.

Trusting God When Times Are Tough: The Christmas Hangover Have you ever had a hangover? I hear they can be rough. You know the story… the night before, you felt alive. You even loved everyone. Then you wake the next morning, and you can't say for sure, but you might be dead. Once in a while, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-15, Matthew 2:19-23

Denomination: Episcopal

Brining The Bible To Life Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 16, 2017

The bible is meant to be a daily guide for life and connection to God, not a book to be pulled out once or twice a week.

1. Scripture, Appropriate I heard a story about a friend of the bride who was not able to attend the wedding, so he sent a card of greeting which was read at the reception after the ceremony. It should have included the reference 1 John 4:18 -- "There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 17:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Stinks! Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 20, 2017

There is much that stinks in this world, but Jesus' birth in a smelly manger reminds us that Jesus can be born in us. A brief sermon for Christmas Eve.

Christmas stinks! Or, so would say the Grinch who stole Christmas. You remember the Grinch? The slinky, green ogre of a character created by Dr. Seuss whose heart was too small to love and appreciate Christmas. We know the story. All the Who’s down in Whoville make the Grinch cringe with all their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Christian, Save Thyself! (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on May 4, 2015

Christian, you must take personal responsibility for your walk with Christ and for your spiritual health.

Christian, Save Thyself! (Part 2) 1 Timothy 4:13-16 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Sometimes we can get so involved in ministering to others that we forget to take care of ourselves spiritually, and we neglect our own spiritual health and well-being. 2. This can lead to frustration or, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:13-16

Denomination: Bible Church

Unshakeable In The Pursuit Of Your Destiny And Purpose

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 15, 2015

You can pursue your purpose without being shaken by trials and tribulations of life. Learn tools to help you in your journey of reaching your God given destiny!

You are here for a purpose, a reason, and will operate in your season. I don’t care if you were the product of wedlock or adopted or however you got here – since you are here you are not here just too waste space on the earth. You were not meant to go aimlessly in life trying to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knowing The Shepherd’s Voice

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Oct 1, 2020

President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Apparently, sometime after being president for a very long time, he got tired of smiling that trade-mark Roosevelt smile and saying the trade-mark Roosevelt things at all those White House receptions.

Knowing the shepherd’s Voice 1. 1 Samuel. 3: 1-3 2. John 10: 1-10 3. Ps: 23 Illustration President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Apparently, sometime after being president for a very long time, he got tired of smiling that trade-mark Roosevelt smile and saying the trade-mark Roosevelt things at all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-3, John 10:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon On Caducity

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 3, 2023

Caducity is defined as the infirmity or weakness of old age.

Jagadish “Jaggi” Vasudev, better known by the honorific title “Sadhguru,” an Indian yoga guru and proponent of spirituality once remarked: “Old age need not be misery. In many ways, old age can be a great blessing because the whole experience of life is behind you. When you were a child everything ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:31, Isaiah 46:4, Job 12:12, Psalm 92:14

The "be" Attitudes 03

Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 8, 2023

This message continues the series on the beatitudes, looking at "blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted

THE “BE”ATTITUDES SERMON ON THE MOUNT SERIES, 03 MATTHEW 5:1-3 (NIV) 1 NOW WHEN HE SAW THE CROWDS, HE WENT UP ON A MOUNTAINSIDE AND SAT DOWN. HIS DISCIPLES CAME TO HIM, 2 AND HE BEGAN TO TEACH THEM, SAYING: 3 "BLESSED ARE THE POOR IN SPIRIT, FOR THEIRS IS THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-5

Denomination: Baptist