Sermons on Role Model:

Remaining Faithful To God When He Feels Far Away

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jun 16, 2009

Advent sermon reflecting the life of Zechariah and Elizabeth and the need to keep the faith when it appaers our prayers are not being answered.

A mother was commenting one time about her children when they were little. She would always remind them on Christmas morning that it is Jesus’ birthday and he only received 3 gifts so don’t be disappointed in what lies under the tree. Then they all opened their presents. That next Sunday, while ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Methodist

"Dad's Right Hand"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jun 21, 2009

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that faith – in relationship reconciliation - recognizes that God’s ways are not man’s ways.

21 June 2009 Father’s Day U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fortress Chapel Contingency Operation Site (C.O.S.) Sykes Tall-afar, Iraq BIG IDEA: God’s plan is something people would have never dreamed of when it comes to relationship reconciliation. REFERENCES: Ephraim (The younger son means ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 48:8-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Torah-Torah-Torah

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Jun 27, 2009

Israel’s "Shema" is not only an exhortation for Jews to make God’s teaching an integral part of their lives, but it serves as a good reminder for Christians to internalize the Word as opposed to merely using it for "adornment."

I think I lasted three practices with the freshman high school basketball team. What good is a 4’ 10” guard with limited vertical leap, so-so jump shot skills, and only a slightly above-average ability to steal the ball? But I well remember those three practices. We would change into gym clothes ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: *other

The Promise Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Jul 13, 2009

Many people today are asking the question, “What is the definition of marriage?” At the same time they might wonder who sets the definition. Don’t you think that the One who designed marriage in the first place is the One who gets to set the definition?

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com The marriage debate is raging all over this nation. 31 states have amended their constitutions to define marriage as the union of one man and one woman. West Virginia isn’t one of them. West Virginia is one of the states who is relying on legislative Defense ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Joy And Grief Of Leadership

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Feb 5, 2010

The lesson is aboout the dynamic relationship between leaders and followers.

THE JOY AND GRIEF OF LEADERSHIP Hebrews 13:17 By Dr. Cleavon Matthews Sr. November 15, 2009 INTRODUCTION Leading and following are eternally etched into the fabric of human relationships. In countless ways, we are participants in this interconnected dynamic. No group or organization of people can ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trading Places Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 22, 2010

This life gives us a temporary opportunity to trade our old life for a new one in Christ - all because He traded places with us by dying on the cross.

Trading Places James 1:9-11 9 The brother in humble circumstances ought to take pride in his high position. 10 But the one who is rich should take pride in his low position, because he will pass away like a wild flower. 11 For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; its blossom ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dreams, Tears And A Song

Contributed by Malcolm Coby on Feb 22, 2010

We have dreams that are interrupted by situations that result in tears, but God gives us a song of hope and a pre-determined purpose.

Dreams, Tears and A Song Scripture Text: Psalm 137:1-4 Focus: HOPE, PURPOSE, and RESTORATION The hopes and dreams of people are often shattered by the unexpected or the undesired events of life. This is a word about the process of restoration. We have dreams that are interrupted by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ahkhareet Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 23, 2010

AHKHAREET is the Hebrew word for "that which comes after". Are you making decisions today in light of eternity?

AHKHAREET Edwin Thomas was a master of the stage. During the later half of the 1800’s in America there were few actors more successful than he was. At age 15 he starred in his first play, Richard III. He quickly established himself as a premier Shakespearean actor. In New York he performed ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:6-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Selflessness Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Mar 4, 2010

Christians choose to do things out of self-lessness

A matter of the heart – Selflessness We have been looking a Paul’s letter to the Philippians and how he just seems to exhibit an abnormal response to his current situation. The first week he opened the letter with prayers to God for the church in Philippi. How they had supported ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Congregational

A Life Of Discipline Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Mar 9, 2010

The empty tomb means that we are freed from the power of sin over our lives and we can live the kind of lives God originally intended right now in the present.

A Life of Discipline: Lent week 3 March 7, 2010 Intro: The season of Lent can sometimes feel like the opposite of the season of Advent, don’t you think? Advent, our preparation for Christmas, seems to be full of excitement and anticipation and joy and merriness, as we prepare to gather ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

New Beginnings - A New Year Message For 2010

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jan 1, 2010

Our God is a God of New beginnings, and he never gets tired of providing mankind with new beginnings

New Beginnings – A New Year message for 2010 Like other Christian festivals, the celebration of New Years Day in the West started before the church came into existence. At first, the Romans celebrated the beginning of the new year on March 1, not January 1. Julius Caesar instituted New Year’s Day ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus: The Greatest Preacher Series

Contributed by David Moore on Jan 29, 2010

This message shows how Jesus doctrine and deeds amazed those who heard Him. Emphasis is given to His primacy, power and passion in preaching.

Studies in the Gospel of Mark The Greatest Preacher Aim: To show that Jesus was a preacher with passion, and power. Text: Mark 1:21-28 Introduction: With all the preparations in place the Lord Jesus now throws Himself into His mission. John has pointed to Him as the Lamb of God, the father has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Reporting For Duty

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Nov 6, 2009

Our nation is engaged in a spiritual war and the church must rise up to re-establish the bible as the foundation of who we are as a nation.

November 8, 2009 Morning Worship Text: Joshua 6:7 – 7:25 Subject: Gideon Title: Reporting for Duty On Wednesday of this week we celebrate Veteran’s Day. I want you to stop for just a moment and think about all the freedoms that you have. I want you to think about the lines from the Declaration ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Overfhaul Your Priorities Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 13, 2009

We accomplish more of what is important and enjoy the blessing of God when we focus on God’s priorities.

Title: How to Overhaul Your Priorities Text: Haggai 1:1-15 Thesis: We accomplish the most important things in life when we focus on God’s priorities. Series: The Bible in 90 Days Whole Church Challenge Introduction I heard a joke this past week about a young man who was driving his BMW around ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Talented Tenth

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 16, 2009

The old Wshington-DuBois debate is mirrored in Jacob: his trouble was from his own foolishness as well as from others’ deceit. The way out was to receive God’s promise of greatness and to act now to offer concrete help to those coming after.

Almost exactly a century ago, American listened to a debate between two great thinkers, two men who had unquestionable credentials, first-rate minds, and powerful pens. Booker T. Washington and W. E. B. Du Bois. In September 1895, in a speech in Atlanta, Booker Taliaferro Washington advocated ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Baptist