Sermons on Sacrifices:

Worship That Pleases God Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jul 18, 2011

The shepherds and the magi demonstrate the kind of worship that is pleasing to God.

Beginnings are really important. Just think about how many great literary works are known by their opening words. Let’s see if you can identify a few of them: “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times…” [A Tale of Two Cities] “All children, except one, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Calling Of Saint Who Series

Contributed by Timothy Andrew Stephens on Jul 21, 2011

God calls us to obedience. Sin reveals areas of our lives that have not been surrendered to Christ. When we give all of ourselves to christ we will be both whole and holy.

“The Calling of Saint Who” Tapestry of Worship – Saturday Night Encounter I Peter 1: 13 Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. 14 As obedient children, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-19

Like A Good Neighbor

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jul 29, 2011

Wise people relate to their neighbors with helpfulness, peace, justice, and kindness.

Title: Like a Good Neighbor Text: Proverbs 3:27-35; 4:21 Truth: Wise people relate to their neighbors with helpfulness, peace, justice and kindness. Aim: To encourage improvement of relationships with others by the practice of Christian virtues. Life ?: What godly virtues are we to model as ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:27-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Story - Sermon 9 Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 31, 2011

The story of the judges. Inspired by Frazee and Lucado.

A Few Good Men and Women Here Comes the Judge! October 31, 2010 - week 8 What’s the first word or thought which comes to mind when I say the word judge? Some of you have had experiences with these people which may not have been so pleasant. So, what’s the first word or thought when ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Donkey Talk Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 2, 2011

Why did God get angry with Balaam? All we are told is Balaam did what God told him but God still sends an angel to kill hiim. Why? And what lessons does God have for us in this story.

OPEN: YouTube Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ac2yP_DbHxc APPLY: We’ve all the story of Balaam’s donkey ever since we were little children. But this is an unusual story for a number of reasons… not the least of which is a talking donkey. So, what I want to do this morning is ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:1-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Foundation Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Aug 5, 2011

I am proposing that the foundation of your spiritual house and the church itself consists of prayer and worship, our part of the relationship with Jesus. Obviously without the blueprints, the Bible, you can’t even get started. That is the receptive mode,

We have over the past few weeks prepared the property and looked at the blueprints for building this spiritual house, and now its time to get started on the most important part of any building, the foundation. No building can stand without a good foundation. I am proposing that the foundation of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-24

Freedom In Christ

Contributed by Michael Luke on Aug 7, 2011

To be saved by Jesus is to be set free.

SPECIAL DAY: INDEPENDENCE DAY “FREEDOM IN CHRIST” ROMANS 8:1-17 OPEN Tomorrow, we celebrate the founding of our nation. There will be picnics and fireworks and other activities happening across our country. It’s a celebration of freedom called Independence Day. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Friends

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Aug 11, 2011

You build friendships by meeting the needs of others.

Title: Friends Text: Romans 1:8-13 Truth: You build friendships by meeting the needs of others. Aim: I’m promoting Dinner for 8 and encouraging them to initiate friendships. Life ?: To build our friendships, what basic needs are to be met? INTRODUCTION Stu Weber, in his book Tender ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

United In Worship Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 14, 2017

Message explores how our relationships with other people affects our personal and corporate interaction with God in worship.

02.19.17 Part 4 Intro How do we advance to higher ground in our worship? Last week we talked about five ways to enhance our public worship experience. Today I want to add a sixth to that list. It is too often overlooked. It is often not even associated with the worship experience. Yet Jesus said ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:23-25, Psalm 133:1-3, Matthew 18:19-20, Hebrews 2:11-12, Matthew 6:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

God Is Speaking Are We Listening - Malachi: An Overview

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 14, 2018

The Book of Malachi – God is Speaking Are We Listening - sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The uniqueness of the book of Malachi • (a). Malachi the man is a Mystery. • (b). Malachi dialogued with people. • (c). Malachi is written in prose and not poetry. • (d). Malachi is full of God words! • (e). Malachi is God’s last Old Testament word. (2). The Background to ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Day Jesus Got Good And Mad Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 24, 2018

What caused Jesus to get angry?

INTRODUCTION We’re going to be talking about anger in this message. When I was a kid, I enjoyed reading Marvel comic books. I can remember when they were only ten cents. Of course, Superman and Batman were my favorites. But I also remember reading about The Incredible Hulk. Cartoonist Stan Lee ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Simple Legacy Series

Contributed by Wes Humble on Nov 10, 2006

Leaving behind what Jesus left behind

Living the Simple Legacy Legacy: the word has almost become undesirable because we most often hear it used to describe something that politicians and especially get obsessed about. Most of us assume that there will never be a biography written about us so we don’t worry too much about our legacy. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: *other

Praise God With Our Whole Heart

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 15, 2006

Pentecost 18(C) - Believers want to praise God with their whole heart because our Lord God is faithful and our Lord God preserves us.

PRAISE GOD WITH OUR WHOLE HEART October 8, 2006 - PENTECOST 18 - Psalm 138 Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Blessed Saints in the Lord: As we heard this Psalm this morning, we probably picked up already the overriding theme of praising, giving thanks and worshipping the Lord. This is the meaning ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Accepting The Unlovely

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 20, 2006

Looking at who in our society we do not accept and would not offer to help

Accepting the Unlovely - Luke 7:36-50 Gladstone Baptist Church – 14/8/05 am – Children’s Service Boys and Girls, can you come down the front and as you come down, collect a worksheet and some pens from ______. Hi, everyone. It is good to see you today. I am going to need some helpers today, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

Straight Talk About Sex – What Does The Bible Teach About Sex Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 20, 2006

A Series for youth on sex and sexuality

Straight talk about Sex – What does the Bible Teach about Sex Gladstone Baptist Church – 28/8/05 pm Little Billy took his girlfriend downtown to get married. The marriage license clerk smiled and explained that they were both much too young. Little Billy asked, "Could you give us a learners’ ...read more

Denomination: Baptist