Sermons on Reformation Sunday:

Big Ears Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Apr 27, 2004

Message series in book of James: “Extreme Makeover: What Really Looks Good to God” - A church that is in hard times gets a lesson through James on how to grow together as a community of faith with big ears.

Big Ears Message series in book of James: “Extreme Makeover: What Really Looks Good to God” Big word, an in word, in our culture these days is “makeover.” Tummy tucks, lipo-suction, nose jobs, home renos, remodelling of gardens, they are all the rage. Many TV shows that have this theme are ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

I Just Wanna Be A Sheep Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 3, 2004

A look at the 23rd Psalm and how the Shepherd cares for us and what the condition is.

It is probably the best known psalm in the western world and possibly the best known scripture period. It has been quoted and misquoted, it’s on plaques and mugs and posters, T-shirts and tomb stones.. It’s featured in the sacred and the profane. Most of us can quote at least a portion of it from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

"The Guarded Mind" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on May 9, 2004

Our minds must be guarded against error, and direct attack of the enemy, with sound doctrine (#22 in The Christian Victor series)

“And take the helmet of salvation,…” Well, we all know what a helmet is for. They protect the head. There are many reasons to wear a helmet. Work on a construction site, riding a motorcycle, going to war, preparing to tell your wife you just bought a brand new Jeep Grand Cherokee on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Orthodox

How To Be The Best Son Or Daughter In The World Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Dec 18, 2006

“Honor your parents,” the Bible says, “that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.” What does God mean? That the one thing that is most key to the success and health of the rest of our lives is our relationship with

How to be the best son or daughter in the world Today I’m talking to children in the Christian family, but that doesn’t mean you’re off the hook if you’re over 21! Last time I checked we’re all somebody’s child. If you have living parents, you’ll find something of value in this message. And, if ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Does My Faith Background Matter? Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jun 3, 2006

3rd in a 4 part series dealing with topics that tend to divide people from each other and God.

THE GREAT DIVIDE - PART 3 “DOES MY DENOMINATIONAL BACKGROUND MATTER?” JOHN 12:30-32 & 17:15-23 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever said something, oh so carefully, lay out just how things were, and how they worked, and why they worked, and then sat back satisfied? Then you heard someone repeat what ...read more

Scripture: John 17:15-23

Denomination: Christian Church

Sit Down And Be Counted

Contributed by Martin Odom on Dec 25, 2006

Men are always so busy doing things that we seldom stop to allow God to minister in our lives. This sermon encourages men to surrender themselves to Jesus so we may gain more than expected. This is a Men’s Day sermon I preached at my church.

SIT DOWN AND BE COUNTED JOHN 6: 1 -13 The gospel according to St. John is vastly different than all of the other gospels. While the other three are called the synoptic gospels, which simply means that they give a synopsis or summary of Jesus’ life, John is after something different. John ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

When The Church Prays Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 30, 2006

A look at what really happens when believers get down on their knees and pray.

When The Church Prays Acts 12:1-19 A Sunday School teacher was struggling to open a combination lock that was placed on the supply closet in the church. She had been told the combination, but she couldn’t quite remember it. Exasperated, she went to the pastor’s study to ask for help. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discipleship - The Sacrifice Of Self Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 30, 2006

What does it really mean to be a disciple?

Discipleship – The Sacrifice of Self Luke 14:25 – 35 Out west, there is a park called the Bridger Wilderness Area. This is a place that lives true to its name. The only shelters you will find are the tents that people bring in with them. The only restrooms you will find resemble bushes and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finish Line 3: Being Part Of A Good Team Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on May 11, 2005

This is the third message in my NASCAR-themed "Finish Line" series, focusing upon teamwork principles that must be understood and applied in the family of God. (04/24/05)

**Sermon Outline** Being Part of a Good Team Titus 3:12-15 A Little Review (From Week 2 - "Start Your Engines") 1. You must first have a personal encounter with Jesus. (vv. 11-12) 2. You must change some of your behaviors. (vv. 13-14) 3. You must seek a unique ministry of service that God ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

What Good Is God For

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 11, 2005

A follow up to the events that took place on 9-11-01, part of a memorial service.

“WHAT GOOD IS GOD FOR?” A Service of Remembrance September 11, 2002 Do you remember where you were one year ago today when the planes hit the tower? I was in a Bible study and someone came in and said that a plan hit the World Trade Center tower. I thought it was a little ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

All Sold Out Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on May 16, 2005

4th in long series on Joshua. It speaks of Rahab the prostitute, and why God picked her to help His people.

‘BE092902 PLAYING ON GOD’S TEAM 4 There’s No “I” In Team. (Opening SLIDE) When was the first time you saw the gift of tongues or prophecy in operation? Some of you without much church background don’t have a clue what I’m talking about! You’ll know more in 30 minutes. - Others of you have ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Truly Thankful?

Contributed by Travis Markes on Nov 12, 2007

A simple Thanksgiving message that focuses on two attitudes. The attitude of selfishness and the attitude of Thankfulness. The message closes out with the one thing that Christians should truly be thankful for and that is the Price that Jesus paid.

“ARE WE TRULY THANKFUL?” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Rudyard Kipling, author of “The Jungle Book”, at one time was so popular that his writings were getting ten shillings per word. [about $10!] A few college students, however didn’t appreciate Kipling’s writings; they lightheartedly sent him a letter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

Stand And Fight: Don't Lose Your Head Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on May 9, 2008

The helmet of salvation

Stand and Fight: Don’t Lose Your Head Sunday, August 5th, 2007 Beartown Road Alliance Church Now that summer is already half over, and softball season is done, I’ve begun to look forward to our basketball league that starts up every fall. We host the league out in our gym and have shown some very ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Many Types Of Gifts, Many Types Of Service Series

Contributed by Jerry Hillyer Ii on May 9, 2008

This is the introductory sermon in a short 4 week series on Service. Although it is about service, it is also not about service.

February 3, 2008 SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINES: SERVICE 1.1 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 Many Types of Gifts; Many Types of Service Introduction 1Now about spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be ignorant. 2You know that when you were pagans, somehow or other you were influenced and led astray to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hannah, A Godly Mother

Contributed by Bruce Allen on May 10, 2008

Hannah is a good example for all mothers who experience problems too difficult to face. Instead of relying on her own resources - Hannah turns to God recognizing that He was her only solution. May we learn from her story here in God’s Word.

Hannah, a Godly Mother 1 Samuel 1:1-2:1a [1:1] Now there was a certain man of Ramathaim Zophim, of the mountains of Ephraim, and his name was Elkanah the son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu, the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephraimite. [2] And he had two wives: the name of one was Hannah, and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist