Sermons on Retreat:

"what Does It Mean To Be A Christian?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 17, 2019

A sermon about finding your identity in Christ.

“What Does it Mean to Be a Christian?” Luke 4:1-13 A friend of mine’s son—a gregarious little kid just shy of 4 years old—learned this Passage in Sunday school one morning. Later that day he asked his mother, “Hey mom, what do you know about the devil?” A little caught off guard, she turned ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

"Praying...not Preying! [part One]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 28, 2016

“Prayer without expectancy is unbelief in disguise” “Our Daily Bread” October 1, 2008 – Matthew 7:11

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, May 1, 2011 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter “Praying … Not Preying!” [Part One] John 16:23-33 A father took his young son to town one day to run some errands. When lunchtime came around ...read more

Scripture: John 16:23-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Happiness Through - Meekness (Beatitudes) Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Nov 2, 2020

There are only two men in the Bible called meek: Jesus and Moses. Neither of them was pushovers. The Greek word referred to a wild horse tamed or medicine that could tame a fever. Strength under control. Meekness is not weakness, it’s strength under control.

Happiness In An Unsettling World Steele Creek Church, Eastfield Campus Dr. Tom Bartlett – October 4, 2020 Matthew 5:5 Meekness OUTLINE Seeing the crowds, he went up on the mountain, and when he sat down, his disciples came to him. 2 And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying: 3 “Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5, Proverbs 15:1, Philippians 2:4-5

Denomination: Other

The Demands Of A Personal Ministry Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Feb 10, 2011

Jesus experienced great demands on His time. He never forgot what His purpose was in coming here. He came to seek, serve and save mankind.

Mark 3:7-12; Matthew 12:15-21 But Jesus withdrew with His disciples to the sea.7a And a great multitude from Galilee followed Him, and from Judea and Jerusalem and Idumea and beyond the Jordan; and those from Tyre and Sidon, a great multitude, when they heard how many things He was doing, came ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Indestructible Fortress

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 27, 2011

Christianity in general and our churches in particular are being pounded from without and within into facades of irrelevancy. . .

THE INDESTRUCTIBLE FORTRESS Matthew 16:13-18 Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Lifepointe Fellowship, Hutto, TX 6/26/11 AM INTRO: A DEFINING CHALLENGE Through twenty years of active and broad ministry, I think I have a pretty good understanding of what is happening in the American Church overall. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

God Of The Shakedown

Contributed by Chad Garrison on Aug 3, 2009

We will all encounter struggle and pain in our lives, but God is still GOD in these things, and will use them for growth in you and ultimately His glory!

God of the Shakedown 1 Kings 19 We’ve all had moments where the world seems to fall down around us don’t we? Some of us may be walking through a season like this right now. I want to thank Geri for her message last week again on the victory that we have in our savior. But why is it that as soon as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:8-18

Denomination: Foursquare

You And Your Co-Workers In The Vineyard Of The Most High, The King Of Kings Series

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Feb 21, 2022

relationships in the ministry and in our churches

Your co-workers in the ministry and you I have said it before, many Christians believe and know that working in a Christian organization is one of the most difficult things to do. Why, because you may have to look very hard and intently to find the demonstrated love of CHRIST. The atmosphere ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Soldiers Of Christ

Contributed by Les Buttolph on Nov 14, 2024

Nov 11 is Veteran's Day, and we are all veterans in Christ's Army. A comparison of His Army and our country's army.

Although tomorrow, Nov 11, is officially Veteran’s Day, we’re honoring our veterans who have or are serving in our Armed Forces, today. Nov 11 was originally celebrated as Armistice Day, marking the day the temporary cessation of hostilities of WWI, between the Allied nations and Germany, went ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17, 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Shield Of Faith

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 27, 2025

Talking about shields, arrows and faith (Sources noted throughout the notes)

HoHum: (Opening illustration from here: https://www.sagebrush.church/next-steps-week-2/next-steps-week-2-day-4/). A woman went into her kitchen to find a robber loaded down with a bunch of stuff he was stealing from her. Not having any kind of weapon to scare him off, she raised her hand and said, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16, Ephesians 6:10-18, Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:39-40, 1 John 5:4, Hebrews 12:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Focusing On Opportunities Instead Of Circumstantial Problems

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Why do so many people end up focusing more on their problems than the opportunities created by their circumstances? Perhaps, it has to do with the fact that our human nature tends to have a morbid sense of interest in tragedies. Even though the apostles c

1. Why do so many people end up focusing more on their problems than the opportunities created by their circumstances? Perhaps, it has to do with the fact that our human nature tends to have a morbid sense of interest in tragedies. Even though the apostles could have become discouraged by their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:21-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Clothes

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Sep 2, 2005

We need to learn to clothe ourselves with Christ, not with the things of this world.

-We all like to get new clothes from time to time -<Hamrick’s Shopping> -There are many reasons we often get new clothes 1. We like to look good -We desire the newest styles -We need to look modest -The fashion industry hates modesty -We need to base our appearance not on selfishness, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Wesleyan

Silencing Unbelief

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Apr 19, 2008

LOOKING TO JOSHUA FOR INSTRUCTION, DIRECTION, AND HOPE.

SILENCING UNBELIEF JOSHUA 6 INTRO: FALL OF JERICHO 1: WAIT ON GOD A) MANY TEXTS IN GOD’S WORD INSTRUCT US TO WAIT ON GOD B) TO STAND STILL C) TO BE SILENT POINT: IN THIS TEXT JOSHUA COMMANDS THE CHILDREN OF ISRAEL TO MARCH AROUND JERICHO IN TOTAL SILENCE. JOSHUA CLEARY HAD TO HAVE THE ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-20

Denomination: Other

When Jesus Goes To Church

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009

What does Jesus do when He goes to church? He changes things.

Mark 1:21-28 They went to Capernaum, and when the Sabbath came, Jesus went into the synagogue and began to teach. The people were amazed at his teaching, because he taught them as one who had authority, not as the teachers of the law. Just then a man in their synagogue who was possessed by an ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Return To Faithfulness

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 14, 2009

Hosea’s Message: • God hates the sins of His people • Judgment is certain; • God’s love is certain

Two Spanish expeditions had failed to establish a colony on Mexican soil April 21st, 1519, the Spanish explorer Hernando Cortez sailed into the harbor of Vera Cruz, Mexico. He brought with him only about 600 men, and yet over the next two years his vastly outnumbered forces were able to defeat ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 10:12

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Joyful In Any Situation

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Sep 23, 2009

"In everything give thanks". Sound impossible? Paul shares with us the secrets of being joyful in any situation we face in life.

“How To Be Joyful In Any Situation” “Give thanks in everything, for this is God’s will (for you) in Christ Jesus.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (CSB) Thoughts on Gratitude: 1. Gratitude is the attitude that keeps my life flying at a steady altitude regardless of the storm I’m in. 2. Being thankful is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist