Sermons on Refresher:

The Tameless Tongue Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 15, 2009

Since each of you will spend ten years of your life talking - it is of utmost importance that we submit our tongues to Christ and give Him control over their use

JAMES 3:7-12 NATURAL MAN’S TAMELESS TONGUE [Psalm 140 / Mt. 12: 33-37] If you have been to a circus, you have likely seen some impressive animal acts. A trainer enters a large cage filled with lions and tigers, putting them though routines that include jumping through hoops of fire. Bears ride ...read more

Scripture: James 3:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Jhhemtyd Part 5: Outward Appearance Vs. Inward Reality

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 30, 2009

Part five of this series on Jesus’ words to the religious leaders regarding their hypocrisy.

Jesus Hates Hypocrisy Even More Than You Do! Part 5 – Outward Appearance vs. Inward Reality Matthew 23:25-28 January 25, 2009 Me/We: I’m wondering something: in all our weeks of looking at the issue of hypocrisy as Jesus talks about it, has anyone gotten the idea that being a hypocrite is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28

Denomination: Wesleyan

He Leads Me In The Right Tracks.

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Apr 8, 2009

The Good Shepherd is the best guide for arighteous life.

Changing the Price Tags: Tony Campolo "Who Switched The Price Tags?" One year, my best friend and I devised what we thought was a brilliant and creative plan for mischief. We decided to break into the basement of the local five-and-dime store. We did not plan to rob the place (Sunday School boys ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3

Denomination: Wesleyan

How Important Is Worship?

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 1, 2007

This is a modern day parable about the importance of worship.

Introduction: One sunny Sunday morning, much like today, Henry Jones woke up with his wife standing over him, shaking him, and saying, “You have to get up, we have to get ready for church.” Henry responded by saying, “I don’t want to go to church today, “I want to stay in bed.” His wife ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord’s Time Of Blessing Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 27, 2007

God asks us to keep the long run in view when we consider what is occuring in our life. He works things out in His way on His time schedules. But God will bless His people with peace, productivity, & provision.

ISAIAH 35: 1-10 THE LORD’S TIME OF BLESSING Here is revealed the desired kingdom for which the nation has longed since God first promised it to Abraham. This is the state that mankind constantly longs for-a utopia in which peace and productivity prevail. This condition will not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Life-Changing Approach To "Thanksgiving"

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Oct 9, 2007

The day we celebrate "Thanksgiving" is significant but not nearly as significant as learning to live a thankful life. This "Thanksgiving" sermon teaches us to look at three aspects of life and "be thankful."

A LIFE-CHANGING APPROACH TO “THANKSGIVING” Are you one of those people who get stumped when the group leader asks everyone to share what they are thankful for? There are always the obvious things to be thankful for – food, a warm home, family. But you don’t want to sound simple-minded so you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Mennonite

You First Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Mar 12, 2007

Part of a series in Philippians, we are challenged to practice humility as Christ demonstrated.

Mark Hodges (SC.com) During the days when Mohammed Ali was a great boxer, he would go around in his arrogance and say, "I am the greatest." Humility was never his strong suit. One day, back in his prime, he was on an airplane and the plane was ready to take off and the flight attendant had ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Discover How To Build Your Life

Contributed by Michael Luke on May 23, 2008

Instructions from Jesus on how to build your life - used on Sunday we honored our graduates

SPECIAL DAY: HONORING OF GRADUATES TEXT: MATTHEW 7:24-29 TITLE: “DISCOVER HOW TO BUILD YOUR LIFE” OPEN: A. In just a few short weeks, the Class of 2008 will be graduating --We’re glad that each of you are here this morning and that we get the opportunity to honor your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Mother's Faithfulness (Mother's Day)

Contributed by Chris Surber on May 9, 2008

Today, Let us learn from the faithfulness of the women in Moses early life and the faithfulness of the women in our lives even as we celebrate them today.

A Mother’s Faithfulness, Exodus 1:15-2:8 Introduction Ian MacLaren, that great preacher of the Word of God, once visited a home and found an old Scotch woman standing in her kitchen, weeping. She wiped her eyes with the corner of her apron, and when the minister asked her what was the matter, she ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Bold Hospitality Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on May 27, 2008

In our series on Stewardship we focused on many issues, one of them being hospitality and its role in the life of the church. God is a hospitable God and in our imitation of him it makes logical sense to include hospitality in our personal ministries.

BOLD HOSPITALITY As we conclude our series on Stewardship we want to look at one final aspect of managing the good gifts God has given to us. Hospitality is an important part of ministering to others with what we have. If you watch Corner Gas, Canada’s only homegrown successful sit-com, you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Mennonite

Are You My Mother

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002

Mother’s day 2002

Are you my mother? Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ May 12, 2002 Have you heard about the next Survivor show they have planned? Six men will be dropped off on an island with 1 van and 4 kids for 6 weeks. Each kid plays two sports and takes music or dance lessons. There’s no ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming A Barnabas Or A Barnacle

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002

Encouragement

Becoming a Barnabas or a Barnacle, Acts 4:36-37 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ September 8, 2002 A man interviews some people for a secretary job. First enters a very beautiful woman and the boss asks her: - "What’s your name?" - "Lily", says the woman. - "Why Lilac?" asks ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:36-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Along In The Family

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002

modified from Rick Stacey MCC

Getting Along in the Family Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ July 7, 2002 The story is told of a little boy sitting on his front steps with his face cradled in his hands, looking upset. His dad came home just then & asked him what was wrong. The little boy looked up & said, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fellowship In The Gospel Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 1, 2002

Paul’s ministry, like ours was one which relied not just on the power of God, but on many fellow workers sharing the load in the fellowship of the gospel.

Rom 15:14-16:27 The King of Syria was having trouble in his war with Israel. Every time he set up an ambush, Elisha, the prophet, would warn the king of Israel. So the King of Syria decided to send an army to capture Elisha to put an end to this nuisance. The army arrived at Dothan where Elisha ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

"The Secret Of A Loving Heart"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Nov 24, 2003

In Luke chapter 7:36-50 Luke tells the secret of a loving heart.

The Secret of a Loving Heart Luke 7:36-50 # A man walks into a small antique shop in San Francisco. It’s mostly cluttered with knickknacks and junk. The man notices on the floor what looks like an ancient Chinese vase. On closer inspection it turns out to be a priceless relic from the Ming ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Free Methodist