Sermons on Refreshment:

Faith Of Our Forebears

Contributed by Peter Davis on Dec 28, 2001

As people of faith, we are not throwing away or shrinking back. But persevering and believing. For now the people of God will live by faith - trusting, hoping in that which is unseen; relying upon the one who made the promises.

Faith of Our Forebears Hebrews 11:1-40 Published in Pulpit Digest, Jan/Feb 1996. Ladies and gentlemen, on behalf of the management I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the Faith of Our Forebears Hall of Fame . We trust that you will enjoy your visit. If there is anything I can ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Call To The Church

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Feb 13, 2002

This is a sermon about agressive evanglelism.

A Call To The Church Matthew 16: 13-19; Romans 10: 8-15; Colossians 1: 12-14 From the southern most tip of Florida to the northern most point of Maine, from the shores of Virginia, across the great Mid-west plains unto the star-studded coast of California, our nation has built many prisons in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19, Romans 10:8-15

Denomination: *other

"We Are Not Just Forgiven; We Are Changed.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Feb 23, 2002

March 3, 2002 -- THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT Exodus 17:1-7 Psalm 95 Let us shout for joy to the rock of our salvation. (Ps. 95:1) Romans 5:1-11 John 4:5-42 Title: “We are not just forgiven; we are changed.”

March 3, 2002 -- THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT Exodus 17:1-7 Psalm 95 Let us shout for joy to the rock of our salvation. (Ps. 95:1) Romans 5:1-11 John 4:5-42 Title: “We are not just forgiven; we are changed.” Verses one to eleven, further develop Paul’s doctrine of justification. Paul has been making the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Friends In Low Places Series

Contributed by Wayne Dean Sr. on Aug 21, 2002

As follows of Christ we are commanded to go "into all the world" making disciples, and that may include some mightly "low places."

“Friends in Low Places”* by the Reverend Bennett Wayne Dean Sr.(The RevChief) Luke 10: 1-15; Mark 2: 13-17; (See also Matt. 11:19; Luke 5:27-28; 10:1-2); John 4: 1-18; 28; 39-41 This is another in the series of sermons based on popular music. It has been a somewhat controversial series, I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17, Luke 10:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

"Saint And Sinner"

Contributed by Bruce Hindenburg on Sep 3, 2002

From Saint to sinner. From "blessed are you," to "Get behind me Satan!" A look at the life of Peter, and his relationship with Jesus and how our lives might be mirrors of his.

September 1, 2002 Matthew 16:21-26 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. What a difference a day makes. I would imagine that at next weeks worship services and for sure on Sept. 11, and probably on Sunday the 15th of September, those words ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-26

Denomination: Lutheran

The Davidic Throne

Contributed by James Groce on Sep 7, 2002

The covenant God made with King David, that from David’s seed a righteous King would sit on the Throne of Israel and reign over Israel forever, was specifically applied to Jesus by Gabriel.

6 For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. 7 Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end, upon the throne of David ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

"I Am The Light Of The World" Series

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Oct 1, 2002

A message on the meaning of Jesus’ declaration of Him being the Light of the World.

September 22, 2002 “I am the light of the world” John 8:12 The Rev’d Quintin Morrow St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Fort Worth, Texas www.st-andrew.com The prologue to John’s Gospel begins with this staggering revelation: In the beginning awas the Word, and the bWord was cwith God, and the Word was ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Joy Of Work Completed

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 2, 2002

I think Labor Day should remind us that work is a blessing, & not a curse. So this morning we’ll look at work as a blessing & as a service. Finally, I’ll suggest that work is not enough.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH BROWNSVILLE, TX A. This is Labor Day weekend, & I come to it with mixed emotions because I’m not sure exactly what to do with this particular holiday. All year long we gear up for holidays. For Christmas we try to get in the spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2, Genesis 3:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What To Do When... Things Go Right Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Aug 15, 2002

Life is an ever changing mix of good times and bad times, often we take our eyes off of God in these times. This series will show you how to keep your eyes on God no matter what is going on.

What to Do When… part 3 “When things go right” Story – my good day: woke up feeling good after a good nights sleep. I for the first time in my life had an outfit that was less that 1 year out of fashion and it was hanging up waiting for me. I got to school and found out that to that point in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:12-15, Philippians 4:6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

In Worship As In Life, Part 3

Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 30, 2001

Biblical Ingredients from the Songs of Ascents to Prepare for True Worship of God.

Psalms 121, 123, 124, 126, 127, 131 (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit www.danachau.com for a free online course.) For two Sundays, we have been reminded that in worship as in life, preparation makes the difference between success and failure. Whether we are competing ...read more

Denomination: *other

"Baptismal Promises Never Lapse Or Expire.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 22, 2001

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost September 30, 2001 1Timothy 6: 6-19 Title: “Baptismal promises never lapse or expire.” Year C

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost September 30, 2001 1Timothy 6: 6-19 Title: “Baptismal promises never lapse or expire.” Chapter six, begins with exhortations to Christian slaves, regarding how to treat their masters verses one and two. It then treats of the Christian attitude toward ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Woman At The Well

Contributed by Steve Gladwell on Sep 30, 2001

A look inwards at our spiritual life.

A few weeks ago, Margaret was stood up here preaching a sermon based on the second beatitude. “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness for they will be filled.” In our reading today, we heard Jesus stating exactly how that filling takes place. “Everyone who drinks this water will ...read more

Scripture: John 4:14

Denomination: Baptist

Riding The Roller Coaster Of Faith

Contributed by Bruce Goettsche on Mar 18, 2002

Palm Sunday

"Riding the Roller Coaster of Faith" Palm Sunday 2001 ©April 8, 2001 by Rev. Bruce Goettsche Each year when it comes to Palm Sunday I try to look at the celebration from a little different angle. I do this because I know the way I am. Familiar stories tend to cause me to drift into a mode that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:9-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Samaritan's Mustard Seed Faith

Contributed by Charles Holt on Apr 3, 2002

The healing of 10 lepers and the Samaritan in particular illustrates Jesus response to the disciples request for increased faith. "If you have faith as a mustard seed . . ." Jesus said, the impossible will become possible.

A Samaritan’s Mustard Seed Faith Luke 17:6,11-19 By: Charles W. Holt Orange, TX email: cholt@gt.rr.com There is found in the 17th chapter of Luke a story of the healing of 10 lepers. In just a few minutes I will ask you to read the story with me beginning with verse 11 and continuing through verse ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:6-19, Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Slaughter Of The Innocents

Contributed by Jacob Golden, Jr. on Apr 24, 2002

A consideration of Matthew’s story about Herod’s slaughter of the children in Bethlehem following Jesus’ birth.

THE SLAUGHTER OF THE INNOCENTS Matthew 2:13–23 • Romans 8:18–25 Christmas 1 (a) • December ’95, ’98, ’01 I hope you had a good Christmas. We stayed home again. We didn’t go anywhere. Didn’t visit any relatives (though we had some visit us). Didn’t go see a movie (something we’ve sometimes done ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Methodist