Sermons on Refusing To Be Divisive:

Unity In Baptism, Body And Spirit

Contributed by Matt Stone on Sep 7, 2016

Paul calls the church to unity - because we share in one baptism, one body and one Spirit.

Paul writes in Colossians 1:19-20: “For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in [Jesus], and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross.” God’s vision, God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Most Important Choice You Will Ever Make.

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jul 19, 2015

Choosing to say yes to God's Forgiveness, and in return, understanding how to truly Forgive others.

The Most Important Choice you will ever make in your life...? Pastor Glenn Newton ~ July 19th, 2015 Introduction: This morning, the message I want to share with you has been on my mind and in my heart for a while….it’s always a part of what we do when we come together and share Gods ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17, Matthew 6:14-15, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Nazarene

"Stand By That Which Is Decided" -- Part 2

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Sep 1, 2017

This is the second of two messages about the legal principle of stares decisis, which means stand by that which is decided. This message is primarily scripture that the show how stares decisis the Bible really is.

A few weeks ago, I delivered a message that talked about a principle in the legal system that often governs the outcome of many courtroom cases. It’s called stares decisis. I gave the example of an attorney standing before the court, or judge, arguing her case. When an In the course of doing so, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-10, 1 Timothy 2:1-4, Romans 16:17-18, 1 Peter 1:14-16, Micah 6:6-8, 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, Proverbs 8:32-36  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“take Another Peace Of My Heart” Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 20, 2016

Only after we’re living the first six beatitudes can we become the seventh . . .“peacemakers.”

The Beatitude Summer Sermon Series “Take another PEACE of my Heart” Pt. 2 (Matt. 5.9) August 9, 2015 CFBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, speaker A I read an article about a mom & dad who were in a divorce hearing, along with their 4-year old daughter. 1 The husband & wife were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

Triumphant In Christ

Contributed by James May on Mar 22, 2004

We are made over comers by the Blood of Jesus and the word of our testimony. We are to spread the gospel like a sweet incense but only God can bring the fruit.

TRIUMPHANT IN CHRIST Sunday, March 21, 2004 – PM 2 Corinthians 2:14-17, "Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place. For we are unto God a sweet savour of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

That Ye May Be Blameless

Contributed by David Rogers on Oct 5, 2005

To often in our day to day life we forget about living for God and we do things that we should not do. This sermon reminds us of who we serve.

That Ye May Be Blameless 1 Cor. 1:1-9 1 Paul, called as an apostle of Christ Jesus by God’s will, and our brother Sosthenes: 2 To God’s church at Corinth, to those who are sanctified in Christ Jesus and called as saints, with all those in every place who call on the name of Jesus Christ our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Seeking God's Guidance In Conflict PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Seeking God's guidance in resolving conflicts, the importance of reconciliation, and the power of prayer.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into a message about seeking God's guidance in conflict, the process of reconciliation, and the power of prayer. You see, conflicts are an unavoidable part of life. However, as followers of Christ, we're called to handle them in a way ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Topics: Reconciliation

The Thing That Should Not Be - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Wes Taylor on Oct 9, 2017

During the Lord’s Supper, there’s something spiritual that is happening between you and me and Christ.

Outline and Manuscript: I. Understanding the Lord’s Supper II. How We Dishonor the Lord’s Supper Manuscript: As we learned last week, the Corinthians are segregated and selfish—and they’re not bothered by any of it. They hold public worship services and have the Lord’s Supper, but Paul says ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Master Passion Series

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Nov 23, 2022

Jesus is misunderstood by His family and accused of being demon possessed by the Scribes

Master Passion (11/27/22) Mark 3:20-35 Good Morning, Passion can be defined as an inclination or desire to do something a person likes to do or thinks is important. The Spanish poet and theater director Federico Garciá Lorca used the word duende (Dwen-day), or life force, to signify a deep ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Avoid Other's Affairs

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 13, 2019

A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 35: 1 – 27

2 Chronicles 35: 1 – 27 Avoid other people’s affairs 35 Now Josiah kept a Passover to the LORD in Jerusalem, and they slaughtered the Passover lambs on the fourteenth day of the first month. 2 And he set the priests in their duties and encouraged them for the service of the house of the LORD. 3 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 35:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jesus Gives Sight, To Those Who Want It (John 9:1-41) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 8, 2022

Jesus gives physical sight, and spiritual sight. By chapter's end, the only blind ones left are the Pharisees. Have to be open-minded, and know what you don't know.

At this point in the gospel of John, some of you are maybe feeling a little confused. John is not a very easy book. Jesus' words seem complicated-- they are "from above," as he is from above, and we struggle to climb up, and view things from above, and understand them from ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Elizabeth's Song Of Praise Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Dec 2, 2012

Elizabeth's song of praise teaches us that we can praise God for the blessings that he gives us in discouraging times in our lives.

One of the Christmas memories that our family enjoyed while our children were growing in Michigan as to take a night time dive looking at Christmas lights. Our friends Dave and Sue were a young married couple who did not yet have children and they would pile into our blue Chrysler min-van and tour ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:35-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love And Relationships

Contributed by Jason York on Oct 9, 2016

Breaks down and details our relationships between man and God

Champions for Christ Cowboy Church Message: Love and Relationships- October 9th, 2016 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abraham, A Man Challenged #5 Series

Contributed by Raymond Smith on Jan 19, 2008

Melchizedek, Priest and King

Abraham, a man of Challenge, Faith, Promise Melchizedek, Priest and King Reading: Genesis 14:18ff We have in our reading a figure that is very much a person of mystery. In the O.T. there are actually only two references to him, here in our reading and in Psalm 110:4, where David is speaking ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:18-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

"American Idol”

Contributed by Keith Tankersley on Jul 7, 2009

It has been said that the eye is the closest to soul and is the agent used to judge right from wrong. So if the eye & heart are in conflict, how can the body function properly.

“American Idol” Matthew 6:22-24 Theme; a picture of a Christian life in this world in the presence of God, actively submissive, and entirely dependent upon Him. Simply put, a picture of children in relationship to their father as they travel on this pilgrimage called life! * Chapter 6 broke ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:22-24

Denomination: Baptist