Sermons on Run To Win The Prize:

Is It Bragging Or Praising?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 18, 2008

Is it Bragging or Praising? We are living in a day when many people are lovers of self rather than lovers of God. People love themselves but forget to love God and their neighbor. In this outline we share a few types of bragging and praising examples.

Is it Bragging or Praising? We are living in a day when many people are lovers of self rather than lovers of God. People love themselves but forget to love God and their neighbor. In this outline we share a few types of bragging and praising examples. I know myself that I rather hear praise ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:3

Work Of Minister

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 29, 2008

It is not enough to be busy; so are the ants. The question is: What are we busy about? Henry David Thoreau It is possible to be so active in the service of Christ as to forget to love him. P. T. Forsyth We can sometime forget who we work (serve) fo

WORK OF MINISTER It is not enough to be busy; so are the ants. The question is: What are we busy about? Henry David Thoreau It is possible to be so active in the service of Christ as to forget to love him. P. T. Forsyth We can sometime forget who we work (serve) for in the ministry. In this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-4, 1 Timothy 3:4-5

Walk Humbly Series

Contributed by Andy Payne on Jan 24, 2009

When we walk humbly with God, our life will demonstrate the characteristics that are evident in God himself. The evidence of our walk will be witnessed in our acts of kindness, mercy, compassion, justice and the like.

The moderator of a Presbyterian church in Melbourne, Australia, gave J. Hudson Taylor a flattering introduction. When the founder of the China Inland Mission stepped into the pulpit, he quietly said, “Dear friends, I am a little servant of an illustrious Master,” The late A. W. Tozer was once ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Studies In Revelation: The Rapture Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 12, 2011

This is a study of the Rapture in the book of Revelation. This is a controversial subject but takes a conservative approach to understanding the book.

Note: I used many sources to study this book, one of my favorites is Revelation: God’s Word for the Biblically-Inept by Daymond Duck and some out of different study bibles. Title: The Rapture Theme: To help us to understand the rapture more. Text: 1 Thes 4:13-18, Revelation 1:19 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Looking Back Or Ahead

Contributed by Donny Granberry on Apr 23, 2010

Your past cannot be your past until you let go of it.

Looking Back or Ahead Good morning and thank you for choosing to worship with us today here at Central. I trust and pray that you had a wonderful Christmas filled with the rich blessings of the Lord and you had a special day with family and friends. We are so thrilled to have each one of you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Change U - 2 Series

Contributed by Dave Browning on Dec 22, 2008

The second of two sermons on change in the circumstances, but not the vision or goals, of a church body. This sermon was prompted by a pastor transitioning out of the church.

He hasn’t been gone very long -- just a week, but if you’re not missing Rick, I can tell you that he is missing you. Continue to pray for him. And for us.... To tell you where we’re at in the process... - informal conversations - collecting information (survey) - we’ll expand the rings with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Legacy Of Love Series

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Jul 31, 2021

As Christians, we have the awesome responsibility, and the sacred privilege, to have our lives count for the greater glory of God.

A Legacy of Love Philippians 3:7-16 The mission to land a man on the moon began by President Kennedy sharing a vision in his inaugural address for achieving that ambitious objective by the end of the decade. In doing so, he stated that “we choose to do these things not because they are easy, but ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-16

Disciplined Living Sermon I: Comes Naturally To Mature Believers Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 3, 2020

In times of anti-Christian sentiment in our society, let us ask God to grant us the strength to exercise Christian disciplines to do the right things for the right reasons.

DISCIPLINED LIVING COMES NATURALLY TO MATURE BELIEVERS Long ago the psalmist said poetically what you and I have learned as the years have gone by: “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Wonders Of The Spiritual Realm Ii: The Wonder Of A True Friend Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Oct 3, 2019

Jesus our Lord has given His disciples an honorary promotion by elevating our status from servant to friend. What a Friend we have in Jesus! To have a friend, be a friend - as was Jonathan to David.

THE WONDER OF HAVING A TRUE FRIEND How does the honorary promotion that Jesus gave you make you feel? Remember: Jesus elevated your status from “servant” to “friend” (John 15:15) -- when you ...read more

Disciplined Christian Living Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 2, 2019

Disciplined Christian living comes naturally to mature kingdom dwellers who instinctively know right from wrong and act accordingly.

Long ago the psalmist said poetically what you and I have learned as the years have gone by: “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” The Apostle John put it more succinctly than anyone: “We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-8, Matthew 6:16-18

Christian Challenge Sermon Vii: Disciplined Christian Living Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 12, 2019

In times like these, disciplined Christian living comes naturally to kingdom dwellers who truly desire to follow in the steps of Jesus and therefore give priority to giving, praying, doing.

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE SERMON VII: DISCIPLINED CHRISTIAN LIVING Long ago the psalmist said poetically what you and I have learned as the years have gone by: “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Year-End Inventory 2025: Reflection And Renewal For God’s Glory

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 26, 2025

Before we rush into the next year, we must pause and look back. What did 2025 teach you about God, about yourself, and about the people around you? Did you walk faithfully with Him? Did you experience seasons of joy, sorrow, or doubt?

INTRODUCTION: As we approach the end of another year—2025—we are often filled with mixed emotions. Some of us are grateful for the victories we’ve experienced, others may have regrets and hope to leave the failures behind. The Bible encourages reflection. As written in Lamentations, we are to ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:40, 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Distractions At Easter”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 18, 2025

Life can bring distractions. the first distraction was created by the Pharisees 2000 years ago . a story by Charles Colson (I've used it before) a quote from Leonard Sweet Jesus A Theography

In Jesus Holy Name Easter 2020 Text: Matthew 28:2,11 Redeemer “The Distractions at Easter” Welcome to Easter! He is risen! He is risen indeed! But There many distractions. The first distraction happened 2000 years ago when the Pharisees paid he soldiers ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:2, Matthew 28:11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Church On Purpose Series

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jan 5, 2004

This is the first in a four part series called "On Purpose." God said by using these 4 principles the people of Babylon would succeed in doing whatever they planned.

THE CHURCH ON PURPOSE Genesis 11:1-9 INTRODUCTION: A. For the past several years we have had a yearly theme for the overall ministry of the church 1. 2002 - Aim Higher a. 2001 - Harvest b. 2000 - Whoever is thirsty, let him come. c. Others: What Would Jesus Do? Higher and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Value Industry Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 14, 2005

Christian parents need to model and teach a good work ethic.

The apostle Paul gives us a powerful word here about the value of industry. He says that the people of God should be known as an industrious people. Apparently, some of the folks at Thessalonica did not heed Paul’s instructions given here, because in 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13, Paul wrote again about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12

Denomination: Baptist