Sermons on Rejoicing In Heaven:

Life Is Like A Baseball Game

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 19, 2002

The Cal Ripken Jr. World Series of baseball has invaded Mattoon, IL, and life is somewhat similar to a baseball game.

LIFE IS LIKE A BASEBALL GAME I Cor. 9:25 "Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever." INTRO.- ILL.- In the popular 1994 movie "Forrest Gump," Forrest with an IQ of 74 said, "Mama ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Encountering The Holy

Contributed by Steven Dow on Aug 24, 2002

What the church needs more than anything else is a dramatic encounter with the holiness of God to arouse us from our sin induced slumber.

WORSHIP: ENCOUNTERING THE HOLY Isaiah 6:1-8 August 25, 2002 Introduction: Raccoons go through a glandular change at about 24 months. After that they often attack their owner. Since a 30-pound raccoon can be equal to a 100-pound dog in a scrap, a zoo keeper felt compelled to mention the change ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Bless Me

Contributed by Kevin Long on Aug 30, 2002

An analysis and application of Jabez’ prayer.

“BLESS ME” I Chronicles 4:9,10 9Now Jabez was more honorable than his brothers, and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, “Because I bore him in pain.” 10And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, “Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

How God Heals Your Hidden Wounds

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Sep 8, 2002

How do we receive God’s healing and strength? 1. Affirm the truth 2. Trust in God’s sovereign love 3. Forgive those who wounded you

(Note: The title for this message is from a Rick Warren series; however the sermon itself is original) In the 1960’s, during the Vietnam War, a new term was coined to describe soldiers who had been injured in battle, but who were still able to walk without assistance. They were called the "walking ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 109:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Know God's Word Sustains The Weary

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 16, 2002

Pentecost 17(B) - SEPTEMBER 15, 2002 - Believers know God’s Word sustains the weary because it was good enough for God’s only Son it is also more than good enough for God’s followers.

GOD’S WORD SUSTAINS THE WEARY ISAIAH 50:4-10 September 15, 2002 ISAIAH 50:4-10 4The Sovereign LORD has given me an instructed tongue, to know the word that sustains the weary. He wakens me morning by morning, wakens my ear to listen like one being taught. 5The Sovereign LORD has opened ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-10

Denomination: Lutheran

I Will Never Give Up

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Sep 18, 2002

This sermon talks about the need for persistence within the christian attitude.

The other day I got a chance to watch one of my favorite movies, and that is Rocky. It’s a real spiritual movie. As I watched it, I thought, why is it that people love Rocky so much. Was it for his accent? His intelligence? No, it was because of his heart. When Rocky would fight, it didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

I Can Do All Things, Even Build A Church

Contributed by Jeffrey Sackett on Sep 20, 2002

A sermon looking at the hazards and opportunities as we start a building program

“I CAN DO ALL THINGS, EVEN BUILD A CHURCH!” Acts 16:22-30; 2 Tim 3:12. Some of you might be wondering about the title of this message in relation to the Scripture passage. Normally, a message with this title would be associated with Philippians 4: 13 where at the end of a discussion about financial ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-30, 2 Timothy 3:12

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Renewal:women's Challenge To The Church

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 6, 2001

This sermon was preached on a Women’s Day Celebration and involes how God used Deborah and Jael to bring about His plans and purposes for the nation. My wife and I preached this sermon together.

Spiritual Renewal: Women’s Challenge To The Church Women’ Day 9:30 September 20, 1992 Text Judges 4 Ps19:1-7 Romans 8:31-39 TOBY .ls2 Speak to us O God, that which we need to hear this day concerning our spirittual renewal as your people ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:1-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Culturally-Relevant Church Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 11, 2001

Casting the vision for a culturally relevant, twenty-first century church

The Catalytic Church: The Culturally-Relevant Church Scripture Reading: Acts 17:16-34 Dave and Diane had just moved, because of Dave’s job, to the small town of Catoosa, Oklahoma. The young couple had been struggling in many ways before, but the move made things worse. Diane had no ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Came To Heal Us Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jul 18, 2001

A look at the facets of the healing Jesus offers.

Jesus Came To Heal Us What Jesus Came To Do - Part 4 of 4 John 5:1-15 When you look around at the people who attend church with you on Sunday, what do you see? Do you see impressive people, dressed in fine clothes who have it all together? Or do you see people in need of comfort; troubled in need ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mark #5: Uncommon Methods Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jul 19, 2001

This sermon encourages the desire for the church to change in order to meet the needs of the lost.

Ten Marks of a Prevailing Church Mark #5: Uncommon Methods 1 Corinthians 9:22 July 22, 2001 Intro: A. God uses many methods to communicate--not only through his Word, his Spirit, and the ministry of Christian friends, but also through more unconventional methods--like burning bushes, talking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Wants More

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Jul 20, 2001

Paul exhorts us to present (give,offer) ourselves in the service to God.

GOD WANTS MORE ROMANS 12:1 (As I reflect back on this past year…) I’m inclined to believe that the God we serve is a faithful God…? I’m of the persuasion and conviction that He is the sustainer and the maintainer of my entire life… He’s carried me through dangers seen and unseen… In fact, He’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Willing To Shout

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 5, 2001

This sermon involves Bartimaeus’ willingness to shout out because of a need in his life. We must be willing to shout or cry out to the Lord as well to get Jesus’ attention.

Are We Willing To Shout? NLF 7/29/2001 Joshua 6:8-20 Luke 17:11-19 Text Luke 18:35-43 Shouting is a natural thing we do to either get someone’s attention or to express our approval and excitement. We shout when we want somebody to take action, such as when they need to make a change. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:29-34, Luke 18:33-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Keys To Effective Interpersonal Relationships

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

Keys to Effective Interpersonal Relationships In Evangelism and Church Planting

Keys to Effective Interpersonal Relationships In Evangelism and Church Planting Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain what we can learn from Moses about accepting ourselves as God has made us. 2. The students will explain what Romans 14:15 teaches us about accepting ourselves and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Evangelize And Teach

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

How To Evangelize and Teach People About Evangelism - How To Teach Christians to Bring Others to Christ! TEXT - Luke 19:1-10

How To Evangelize and Teach People About Evangelism How To Teach Christians to Bring Others to Christ! TEXT - Luke 19:1-10 Learning Objective 1. The students will learn the principles, patterns, and methods for effective evangelism by analyzing how Jesus Christ brought Zacchaeus to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational