Sermons on Satisfying Completion:

Why The Holy Spirit Wants Us To Remember The Limits Of Success

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 23, 2001

Why The Holy Spirit Wants Us To Remember That Success in Human Terms is not as Important as Success in the Eyes of God

Why The Holy Spirit Wants Us To Remember That Success in Human Terms is not as Important as Success in the Eyes of God Illustration:The figure of the Crucified invalidates all thought which takes success for its standard. Paul wrote,"My message was not set forth in persuasive (enticing)words of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Appeals For Preachers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 14, 2001

Aim to meet the felt, perceived, and real needs of your audience through the ministry of the word of God. b). Aim to inform, persuade, and to inspire your congregation to commitment to Christ, to the church, and to service. c). Aim to eliminate peop

GOALS AND APPEALS IN PREACHING 1. The Goal of Preaching 2 Cor. 5:18-20 contains the summary purposes of preaching: a). To communicate the revelation of God contained in His word and relate it to the needs of the people. b). To beseech people to be reconciled to God. This means that the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thank You For The Turkey

Contributed by Joel Hoyer on Dec 5, 2005

A prayer of thanks to God for the turkey, following it from the egg to your table.

We probably all know Bart Simpson’s famous thanksgiving prayer: “Dear God, we paid for all this stuff ourselves, so thanks for nothing.” Well, we know better. In fact, I got to thinking about that. If Bart could have a prayer like that, what kind of prayer should we have over our turkey’s, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:15

Denomination: Lutheran

The New Math

Contributed by Anne Robertson on Oct 30, 2006

God’s power plus our resources equals the needs of the world.

THE NEW MATH TEXT: 2 Kings 4:42-44; Luke 9:12-17 In my school years, I discovered that I was very good with words. I read well above my grade level, and the first drafts of papers were usually the only ones I needed to do. Math, however, did not come so readily. I dreaded math classes, and as soon ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:12-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Fulfilled Life Series

Contributed by Stephen Elmer on Nov 5, 2006

Fulfillment In Life Will Only Come When You “Draw Nigh To God” Through The Lord Jesus Christ & Experience The Power Of His Endless Life!

Introduction: 1. Have You Ever Heard Of Living “The Fulfilled Life?” We Probably Have All Heard Of It – Since Just About Everyone Wants It! But What Makes Someone’s Life “Fulfilled”? It All Depends On Your Individual Goals & Desires In Life! Who Do You Think Lives A “Fulfilled Life?” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

One Stop Shopping

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 24, 2006

There is only one place I know where we can go for one-stop shopping and fill the void in a person’s heart and life. The place is actually a person – Jesus.

“One Stop Shopping” Isaiah 9:1-7 At our stage of life with 4 children and 14 grandchildren Carollyn and I try to keep our Christmas shopping simple. When our children were younger we would race from store to store trying to buy the latest toy for our children. Do any of you remember the Cabbage ...read more

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Liberating Truth Is Christ

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on May 6, 2006

Just how important is the truth? Is it possible to know it? How do we know if it’s the truth?

“To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, ‘If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.’ They answered him, ‘We are Abraham’s descendants and have never been slaves of anyone. How can you say that we shall be set ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

Signs Along The Way: An Urgent Warning Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 5, 2007

John the Baptist was not out in the wilderness pursuing fame or fortune. He was calling for repentance, a change in life style. Repentance is an about face from sinful behavior to a life that imitates Jesus, that produces "fruit". (Gal. 5) Sadducees and

In Jesus Holy Name December 9, 2007 Text: Matthew 3:1-12 Advent II - Redeemer “Signs Along The Way: An Urgent Warning” The Advent season places our feet on a journey to the manger in Bethlehem where God the Creator invaded our humanity. John Gugel, in his Advent devotional “Signs Along ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

A Disturbing Gospel Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 15, 2007

This sermon encourages believers to embrace the confronting nature of the gospel message. Jesus said that the gospel I bring is a gospel of conflict and separation. It will disturb family lines and family ties. It will separate the closest relationships.

Introduction: As Paul and his company respond to the Macedonian call, directed by the Holy Ghost, they entered into the district of Macedonia. Some historians say that Luke the beloved physician grew up and was educated in this area. This area was thriving metropolis, a trade center and sea port. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-24

Denomination: Methodist

Planting God's Flowers In The Devil's Dirt

Contributed by Mark Roper on May 16, 2008

Compromise is a cancer that destroys. We must stand up for what we believe.

PLANTING GOD’S FLOWERS IN THE DEVIL’S DIRT Topic: COMPROMISE Illustration: Don’t Negotiate With Satan A hunter raised his rifle and took careful aim at a large bear. When about to pull the trigger, the bear spoke in a soft soothing voice, "Isn’t it better to talk than to shoot? What do you ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Is "Church” A Dirty Word? Series

Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 19, 2008

"Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another - and all the more as you see the Day approaching." (Hebrews 10:25)

I’ve always felt a little guilty over church. I felt guilty when I didn’t attend; felt guilty when I did attend; felt guilty if I didn’t become a member; felt guilty after I became a member; felt guilty when I stayed at a certain church; and felt guilty when I left that church. Then the cycle ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Manna Live! Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 25, 2008

What is it? The symbolism of Jesus Christ, the Bread of Life. It’s how we live. Man alive! Many practical applications to daily Christian living. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint.

Manna Live! Exodus 16 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/MannaLive.html [read vv. 1-21; 31] It’s a beautiful symbol of Jesus, come down from above. Christ is the bread of life. It’s how we live. Man alive! The following passage drives it all home... John 6:32-35 32 Then Jesus said unto them, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 7, 2010

A sermon on 7 catch phrases or sayings of the church. Some talk about problems and some talk about solutions (Outline and some content adapted from Wally Seibel's sermon on Sermon Central called "Countdown to Church")

Sermon for 6/6/2010 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 HoHum: One time a preacher had a children’s minute with the children before the sermon. He called them upfront and he spoke about the ingredients required to make up a church, using a chocolate chip cookie as an example. He explained to the children ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Desire Of Our Heart

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 14, 2011

Jesus said, “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."

In 1934 America was in a depression that many of you lived through first hand. The stock market had crashed in 1929 and millions of workers were jobless. Creativity took over as industrious citizens tried to find ways to feed themselves and their families. There was a rather creative fellow from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Do Not Lose Heart

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 28, 2009

We do not lose heart because (1) we are inwardly being renewed, even though physically wasting away. (2) we have an eternal glory that far outweighs our momentary troubles, and (3) we can fix our eyes on what we cannot see - the eternal destiny God has p

We like to buy things that can last for a long time. • When buy plastic cups because they are unbreakable. We buy Energizer batteries because they last longer. We buy shoes that are long-lasting. • How we wish life is just like that – that we will be able to stay physically strong and healthy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 2 Corinthians 4:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible