Sermons on Sacramental Life:

The Single Life Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017

Advantages of being single: it can lighten your burden, expand your opportunities, and increase your blessings.

February 26th The Single Life 1 Corinthians 7:32-35 The advantages of being single: 1. Being single can lighten your burden 1 Corinthians 7:32-33 Burdens singles do not have: Conflicts with a spouse Compounded loneliness Unfulfilled expectations Increased responsibilities: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:32-35

Denomination: Baptist

Life's Not Fair Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 19, 2015

Solomon is troubled by the unfairness of life. But he was the king - why didn't he just legislate away injustice and punish all the wrong-doers and give away some his vast wealth to feed the poor? Why wouldn't that work?

OPEN: Awhile back there was an article that appeared in a Kentucky newspaper which read: "I used to think I was poor. Then they told me I wasn't poor, I was needy. Then they told me it was self-defeating to think of myself as needy, that I was culturally deprived. Then they told me 'deprived' ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Bread Of Life"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 27, 2015

Feeding the 5000 reminds us of how God provides in difficult situations.

John 6:1-15 “Bread of life” The story reminds us of how God provides • The feeding took place near the time of Passover. This meal commemorated the freedom from slavery which took place in Egypt. God provided away of escape from bondage • The feeding also ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 21, 2015

Regardless of how impressive or unimpressive our educational background is, there will always be people who will try to find ways to belittle our faith. We may face persecution or ridicule for our faith, but when we do, God will be there to protect us.

The events in Acts 26:24-27:8 occur just after Paul has been arrested for the last time. He had an opportunity to speak to King Herod, King Agrippa and the Roman governor Festus. Festus didn’t know anything about Moses and the prophets. Agrippa and Herod, on the other hand, were familiar with ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

A Life Of Influence Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 25, 2015

Influence, Lifestyle, Accountability, Transformation

FOLLOW THE LEADER – A Life of Influence 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 (pg. 825) August 30, 2015 Introduction: There is a huge difference between love and lust that this world will never grasp...Love always flourishes and grows when “the need and desires of the other person are put ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life At The Top

Contributed by Lori Broschat on Feb 29, 2016

Jesus' Transfiguration

LIFE AT THE TOP As any real estate agent will tell you, the most important element of selling a property is location, location, location. A terrific view, a good school, and a safe neighborhood are all crucial to making a home seem like a good fit. There are locations in the Scriptures that keep ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-43

Denomination: United Methodist

A New Life

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 11, 2016

Becoming a new creation in Christ.

A NEW LIFE II Corinthians 5:17 Let’s look at about seven “new things” that relate to or describe the new life. These are the things that happen to the one who is born anew. I. WE ARE NEW CREATURES IN CHRIST A. Note reforming or making over 1. He created us, then he creates us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

A Life For God Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 9, 2008

Peace should not be a goal of life. It is a by-product of a life lived in good conscience toward God and in service to the risen King!

Sermon for CATM – November 9, 2008 – Philippians 4:10-23 – A Life for God Today we finish up our course on Philippians. This has been a nine-week journey through a fascinating book, and we’ve had opportunity to reflect on this book and to worship, and for those who chose to take the course ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Light Of Life Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 9, 2008

He who gave sight to the blind desires to give you sight in the spiritual world. Jesus wants to light your way & lead you into life. Into your darkness of sin & uncertainty Jesus shines so that He may lead you into eternal life.

JOHN 8: 12-20 THE LIGHT OF LIFE Once again Jesus intensifies the heated controversy with the amazing claim that He is the Light of the World. They wanted other witnesses to His claim but had refused all the witness that the Father had already given. God expected them to heed the light He ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-20, John 8:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus For The If In Life

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 12, 2008

If you need a friend,If you heart is broken,If the doctor said I’m sorry. Jesus for the IF in life.

“IF” “Jesus for the IF in LIFe” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. 2nd Chronicles 7:13-14 “If I shut up heaven that there be no rain, or if I command the locusts to devour the land, or if I send pestilence among my people; If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:13-14

Denomination: Apostolic

A Life Of Trust Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 19, 2008

Trust begins in recognizing that we have been entrusted as managers of God’s resources.

A Life of Trust Brad Bailey – November 16, 2008 (Portions of the following were not shared due to time… but the notes have been maintained as a resource.) Continuing series… entitled Spiritual Insight for Insecure Times. I imagine each of us can sense something of the uncertainty in the air. • As I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Signs Of Life Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Nov 25, 2008

Who is Jesus to you? Is He your friend? Is He your healer? Is He the One who does great things for you? I hope He is. But He is also so much more. As we start our journey through the book of John my prayer is you will see Jesus for who He is and that you

This morning, I have to admit that I am very intimidated. As most of you know, I am deeply committed to what can be called systematic consecutive expository preaching. Preaching is expository when it actually preaches the text instead of jumping from it. It exposes the true and accurate meaning ...read more

Scripture: John 20:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Of Joseph

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 18, 2008

Taking a look at Joseph. What it must of been like to raise the son of God.

The life of Joseph Matthew 1:18-25 Disclaimer: This sermon was prepared with some of the resources available from Sermon central and private study. Introduction- As we begin the second week of Advent. I want to take a look at the life of Mary ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Nazarene

A Life Of Impact

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Dec 31, 2008

Living the life God planned for you, fulfilling the purpose you were created for, reaching those He created you to reach and radically impacting eternity for Him.

Impact. One second before you die...? What would you have to do to be remembered 10 years after you die? 50 years after? 100 years after? 1000 years after? Would you like to live that kind of life? How many of you want to: Live a meaningful life? Live a life of impact? Change this world for good? ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Bread Of Life

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 5, 2009

There is a Gospel call, a promise to believers, of a saving faith. It is a Heavenly gift, a gift of eternal life.

The Bread of Life Modified December 6, 2008 John 6:33-58 Monte T. Brown November 30, 1997 Sunday Morning Randall Road Introduction: There is a Gospel call, a promise to believers, of a saving faith. It is a Heavenly gift, a gift ...read more

Scripture: John 6:33-58

Denomination: Baptist