Sermons on Run Well:

Chicken Little And The Great Church Exodus From The City

Contributed by George Alves on Sep 16, 2003

We can point fingers as much as we want but the state of the city falls squarely on the shoulders of the church. Our retreat from the city has allowed the enemy too much victory. We are not called to success but to faithfulness. The sky isn’t falling!

Do you Remember the story of Chicken Little? The little chicken who became terrified that the sky was falling when an acorn fell from a tree and hit her on the head? Chicken Little convinced Henny Penny, Cocky Locky,and Goosey Poosey that the sky was indeed falling and they should go and report ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:11, Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Brethren

Cockroaches & Compromise

Contributed by Wes Richard on Sep 17, 2003

God warns against compromise in obedience.

Cockroaches and compromise Most of you know where we live. Nearly all of the houses around us are rentals, so people come and go. Rarely do we get to know our neighbors well --except when there is a problem. Last week was one of those times. We all joined forces to do battle with a common ...read more

Scripture: Judges 1:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

First Christian Church Has A Fantastic Future

Contributed by Michael Luke on Sep 23, 2003

Utilizing Jesus’ words following the Good Confession, we study the whys and hows of being a great church. Material in the first section comes from a sermon by Darryl Dash.

TEXT: MATTHEW 16:13-19 (Don’t read yet) TITLE: “FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH HAS A FANTASTIC FUTURE!” INTRODUCTION: A. Human beings are not very good at predicting the future --Just listen ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Experiencing Eternal Life

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 3, 2004

The reality of the Resurrection has deep transforming impact on our lives.

Max Lucado, in his book, “Six Hours One Friday,” tells the story of a missionary in Brazil who discovered a tribe of Indians in a remote part of the jungle. They lived near a large river. The tribe was in need of medical attention. A contagious disease was ravaging the population. People were dying ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rediscovering A Holy Fear Of God Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 4, 2004

Reminder that God is holy and a call to change our posture/attitude toward a holy and righteous God in light of that knowledge.

I want to turn our thoughts towards the holiness of God…. and in particular, how we as human beings engage a holy God… how we can rediscover a healthy and holy fear of God. The subject of holiness can be sensitive subject. Our experience may lead us to some confusing ideas about what it means to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Was Crucified, Died, And Was Buried Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 5, 2004

This sermon examines the crucifixion, death and burial of Jesus Christ.

Introduction As we continue our series in The Apostles’ Creed I would like to examine today what it means to believe that Jesus was crucified, died, and was buried. Please listen as I recite the Apostles’ Creed: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-66

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Confidence In Christ Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 6, 2004

The Power of Christ meant for Paul a confidence. For the believer the resurrection is a certain fact. It gives us confidence. This confidence in Christ is for all Christians. Not just a few, but all are meant to have this abundant power.

Just imagine something with me today. Let’s say that a few years ago that you went out and for a nickel a share bought fifty thousand shares of stock in a company that no one really thought would do any good. Some company they called the cellular phone company. And all of a sudden that stock that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Finding The Peace Of Christmas

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

A look at what lies at the Heart of God for Christmas

Christmas can mean so many things … For my kids… presents For many …. Family time… which may involve the warmth or challenge of being together. For many… a little break at the end of a busy year. What lies in the heart of God this morning? What is heaven celebrating? > PEACE Luke 2:14 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reckoning With Racial Division Part 2 - Healing The Wounds Of Our Heritage Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

Pursuing the priority of racial reconciliation and unity

We are continuing in our series this morning entitled HOLDING OUT HOPE IN A WOUNDED WORLD. A series allowing us to face the critical social issues in our common lives and to discover how the Spirit of God is imparting to us a great opportunity; an opportunity to rise above the temptations of either ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Do You See In Christmas?

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

Contemplating the timeless truths of Christmas

Most likely every one of us who have come together on this special morning have, in the past several days caught at least a glimpse of a familiar scene… that is, THE NATIVITY SCENE… some form of representing the birth of Jesus, God the Son… the savior of all creation. - Perhaps in your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:29-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Fellowship In The Church"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Aug 17, 2004

Used as a Homecoming message, this sermon examines the 3 objectives of the church: Doctrine, Fellowship, and Prayer.

“Fellowship In The Church” INTRODUCTION: TODAY, we’re going to take a POSITIVE look at the church. Too often, the church gets a “bad rap”. Some people might have a NEGATIVE view of the church. BUT … I don’t see it that way. Have you ever NOT WANTED to come to church? STORY: One Saturday ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Baptist

The Easter Message Is Of Utmost Importance

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Sep 2, 2004

Easter Sermon

1 Corinthians 15:1-11 1 Now, brothers, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and on which you have taken your stand. 2 By this gospel you are saved, if you hold firmly to the word I preached to you. Otherwise, you have believed in vain. 3 For what I received I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Mission Of The Reconciled Series

Contributed by William Yates on Sep 4, 2004

In this sermon we will examine the reconciling work of God in the life of the believer and what He has called all of us to be.

Colossians 1 18And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy. 19For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, 20and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:18-28

Do All Roads Lead To Heaven?

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Sep 9, 2004

My goal is to convince you that all roads do not lead to heaven, but that any spiritual road that is not paved with the blood of Jesus is only a road to hell! Any road that’s not covered with the gold of heaven is only covered with the fool’s gold of hell

“Do All Roads Lead To Heaven?” Romans 4:5-8 My goal today is to convince you that all roads do not lead to heaven, but that any spiritual road that is not paved with the blood of Jesus is only a road to hell! Any road that’s not covered with the gold of heaven is only covered with the fool’s gold ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Spirit Of Christ

Contributed by Robert Cox on Apr 13, 2007

It’s the same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead......

Firstly, I want to welcome everyone here this morning. Today is a very special day for Christians, probably THE day that is the single most important to our faith. Yes, all the events in the life of Jesus were important...the conception, the baptism, the ministry, the miracles, and yes, even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-25

Denomination: Pentecostal