Sermons on Reformers:

The Gift Of The Promise Series

Contributed by John Knight on May 2, 2002

First in series. The gift of the promise of the messiah.

The Gift Of The Promise Genesis 12:1-3 Introduction: Tis the season to give gifts Hustle and bustle of those around us Stores are full "Little Paws Adventures"? – Insights for Living-Chuck Swindol God has given us FOUR gifts by which we can understand the true purpose and meaning of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Holiness

Wrestling With Sorrow

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Nov 14, 2001

A Service of Lament in wake of Sept 11 disaster

Wrestling In Sorrow Bible Reading: Psalm 13 PREPARED BY KEN G EHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO Wrestlin g In So rrow p.1 1 How long, O LORD? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me? Why, God? When our need is so desperate, why does it seem ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Should We Respond To God's Long-Suffering

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How Should We Respond to God’s Long-Suffering(Rom. 2:4-6)

How Should We Respond to God’s Long-Suffering (Rom. 2:4-6) Illustration:The Greeks had a race in their Olympic games that was unique. The winner was not the runner who finished first. It was the runner who finished with his torch still lit. I want to run all the way with the flame of my torch ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Honoring Our Mistakes

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000

Keeping our commitments may be hard, but its the stuff character is made of. And God rewards faithfulness with a beautiful crown in glory.

1. I was working on an Associates Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology/community college; now, in the beginning of my second year, I felt the call to ministry...what should I do? Completed my degree... 2. Many times married couples second guess their decision of a partner ...if I had only ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Call For Disciples

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

what does it mean to serve God

The Call for Disciples Matthew 9 7/27/97 Intro: We saw last week the costs we need to pay in order to be Christ’s disciples. this week, as we look at chapter 9, we will see the attitudes we need to have in serving Christ. We see several miracles of Christ mentioned in this chapter. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hypocrites In The Church

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

dealing with hypocrisy

“Hypocrites in the Church” Matthew 23 2/8.98 Intro: Have you ever noticed how some people always have an excuse for not coming to church? I found a solution for this: No Cop-Out Sunday. Read Article. Probably the number one reason people give for not coming to church is “There are too many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Negative Expression Of True Religion

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 23, 2008

Jesus came into a world where Judaism emphasized the negatives of the religious life more than the positives. Jesus made an impact on the world then as he does now by his emphasis on a positive response to God and a positive response to the needs of othe

The Negative Expression of True Religion Titus 2:11-14 Intro Jesus came into a world where Judaism emphasized the negatives of the religious life more than the positives. Jesus made an impact on the world then as he does now by his emphasis on a positive response to God and a positive response ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

God's Glory In The Land

Contributed by Danny Nance on Mar 21, 2008

Independence Day message --- call to national revival.

God’s Glory in the Land Psalm 85:8-13 I love our country. Generations of my family have fought for her, worked for her, struggled to make ends meet in her. I love this land. But, I believe that there is something dreadfully wrong with her. There is a sickness that runs through her veins that will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of The Living God Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Nov 29, 2007

To be faced with the reality of the living God will engender revival in the heart. When we truly see God for who He is, we are left speechless and numb. Our only recourse is to fall on our faces and acknowledge both who He is and what we are.

The Reality of the Living God Griffith Baptist Church – 10/15/06 A.M. Service Text: Isaiah 6:1-9 Introduction: Most people are not given to change. Many of us are like the man who went to the psychiatrist’s office with a fried egg on the top of his head, a strip of bacon draped ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Career Change Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 5, 2007

God reveals himself to us in common, mundane times. When he does, we become aware of God’s holiness and our sinfulness and we are forever changed.

Luke 5:1-11 “Career Change” INTRODUCTION Where do we go to encounter God? This question has been debated and attempts made to discover the answer for centuries. Some people have followed the example of John the Baptist and traveled the deserts and wildernesses of the world. In the middle ages, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Diversity Within Unity Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 21, 2007

The church’s unity in "One Lord, One Faith, One Baptism, allows for great diversity in ministry.

John 17:20-26 “Diversity Within Unity” INTRODUCTION What does “One” look like? Ever since Jesus prayed the prayer recorded in today’s gospel lesson, this has been a vital question for Christians and for the Christian Church. Jesus prayed for the unity of his followers. The primary purpose ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Bound In The Spirit

Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Oct 28, 2006

GETTING THE JOB DONE THROUGH THE LEADERSHIP OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

BOUND IN THE SPIRIT TEXT: ACTS 20: VS. 17--24 TEXT: PAUL SAID I GO BOUND IN THE SPIRIT. HE WAS BOUND BY THE HOLY SPIRIT TO FINISH THE WORK THAT GOD HAD GIVEN HIM TO DO, REGARDLESS OF WHAT IT COST HIM.*** PAUL WAS A “DO-ER “ OF THE WORD AND NOT JUST A HEARER.** HIS JOB, JUST AS OURS IS WAS TO ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Purpose Of The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Dr. Thomas Norton on Jul 17, 2007

Understanding the purpose of God’s Word for Pastors and Christians

Have you felt lost and alone with little hope of understanding what you need to know and what you need to do? Where do you turn to under pressure and in distress when everything seems to be bearing down on you? We all are looking for answers on this planet with so many things that seem to be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Transformers!

Contributed by N A on Jul 23, 2007

Christianity is not a religion of information, but rather about a relationship with Jesus Christ that results in transformation. God wants us to be transformers!

TRANSFORMERS! OPENING JOKE: As the new pastor in town was walking down the street, he saw a little boy straining every muscle to reach the door-bell. He realized the little guy would never make it, although he admired the kid’s tenacity. So he walked up on the porch to help. "Here buddy, need some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: *other

Dad Where's The Ark

Contributed by William Ellis on Jun 15, 2006

We may be men...We may have children...but are we real Fathers?

DAD WHERE’S THE ARK? Intro: It’s good to be a man, isn’t it, men? • Phone conversations are over in 30 seconds flat. • A 5-day holiday requires only one suitcase. • When clicking through the channels, you don’t have to stall at every shot of somebody crying. • The only guy attacking you with a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Church Of God