Sermons on Scratch:

In God We Trust - One Nation Under God

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 27, 2007

From the Treasury Department, our founders of this nation just a few years ago made a statement of faith that is being jeopardized today. We need to get back to the basics, One Nation Under GOD, In GOD WE TRUST.

Independence Day - this 4th of July. We believe we are independent, but we know we are truly dependent on the LORD our God. Trusting fully in His Son Jesus. This past week as we were cleaning up in the basement, I stumbled across a scripture verse printed on a copy of a check so I looked it ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dog Training For Dummies Part 2 Series

Contributed by Craig Eidson on Jul 6, 2007

Training your dog can apply to how we train ourselves.

Perhaps you heard of the large two-engined train was crossing Canada. After it had gone some distance, one of the engines broke down. "No problem," the engineer thought, and carried on at half power. Farther on down the line, the other engine broke down, and the train came to a standstill. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Loves You

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Feb 10, 2008

A sermon for Lent 2 based on John 3:1-17, emphasising what it means for us to be loved by God.

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. 17For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.” John 3:16-17 Martin Luther calls this the entire gospel in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

The Christmas Story From One Ancient Guy

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Dec 21, 2007

The christmas story from the shepherd’s viewpoint giving hope for all people.

Would you give some time to an old man? I have seen lots of things in my life but what I am about to share, if I did not experience it myself, I am not sure if I’d believe it myself. But let me share about my background first. My life revolves around my work and let me tell ya, it can be quite ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Life Of Alertness Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Nov 26, 2007

Satan wants to destroy your faith through suffering, but stand firm in your faith because God is more powerful than Satan and will keep your soul safe.

For a weekly sermon by email: pastorjonathan@fhfbc.org My blog: http://pastorjonathan.blogspot.com/ Our website: www.fhfbc.org WHO IS THE DEVIL? Two first graders were walking home from Sunday School where the lesson had been on the devil. One of the boys asked, “Do you really believe all that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Heed Paul's Advent Admonition

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 11, 2007

Heed Paul’s Advent Admonition 1) Be united in faith 2) Be faithful in unity

“You better watch out! You better not cry! You better not pout! I’m telling you why...” For a number of good reasons that song isn’t in our hymnal but it does remind us that this is a season of watching and preparing. Last Sunday we were encouraged to watch for Christ’s coming. This Sunday we are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Deity Of Christ

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

The Trinity, Incarnation, Lordship of Christ and various heresies are discussed, along with the importance of sound doctrine.

The deity of Christ APOLOGIES- Scratching surface; hard thing is not how to find info, it’s what to select and cut to make digestible. 1. TRINITY & INCARNATION WHY the Trinity/Incarnation? Huge subject, possibly the hugest. What could be bigger than GOD (i.e. the Creator of all men) becoming MAN ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Heads Up For The King Of Glory!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 17, 2008

Heads Up for the King of Glory! 1) He is our Creator 2) He is our Saviour

“Heads up!” That’s something you might hear at a baseball game when a sharply hit foul ball comes careening your way. It’s a warning that could keep you from getting seriously hurt. “Heads up!” can also be an encouragement to stay alert so that you don’t miss something interesting like a moose, or ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Next 40 Days...

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 26, 2008

A chronological overview of what happened after Jesus arose, whom He appeared unto, and what He said before leaving earth -- His passion truly wasn’t the end, but the beginning! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint template.

The Next 40 Days... The Post Resurrection Appearances of Christ http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Next40Days.html This Gospel of Jesus Series isn’t complete just because we’re thru Jesus’ Passion story. It will be 40 more days before He leaves earth, and even then He’ll appear in visions to a few ...read more

Scripture: John 21:25

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Empty Tomb Is Life Changing

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 3, 2008

Easter / Resurrection Sunday (B) - Jesus’ empty tomb is life changing. See how people come to the empty tomb. See how the people leave the empty tomb.

JESUS’ EMPTY TOMB IS LIFE CHANGING (Outline) March 23, 2008 – EASTER SUNDAY - John 20:1-8 INTRO: Christ is risen! He is risen, indeed! Alleluia! This simple statement of fact is the bold confession of our Christian faith. Jesus’ empty tomb stands in contrast to the graves of everyone ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Part 3 - Everyone Needs A Little Help From Their Friends. Series

Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 2, 2009

I want them to know that it is God’s plan for disciples to be actively involved in a small group so he can transform their lives.

Today is the last message in a series “Three Secrets for a Better New Year.” Our hope has been to share some insights from the Scriptures that if affirmed and practiced would make someone’s 09 superior to their 08. And today’s message is no different, other than to say that this secret, has the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Methodist

Lost Sheep And Coins Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Feb 16, 2009

THE SET UP FOR UNDERSTANDING GOD’S HEART FOR THE LOST IS THE NATURE OF THE RESCUE.

Lost Sheep and Coins Luke 15 February 15th, 2009 INTRODUCTION Last week news reports carried the story of 150 ice fishermen that were trapped on an ice floe when it broke away for the shoreline. Members of the US Coast Guard walked across the frozen Lake Erie as they attempt to reach ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:3-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

God's Grace Is Truly Amazing!

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 11, 2008

Pentecost 7(B) - God’s grace IS truly amazing because God chose me as his own child then God redeemed me with his blood and God sealed me with his Holy Spirit.

GOD’S GRACE IS TRULY AMAZING! (Outline) June 29, 2008 -- PENTECOST 7 -- Ephesians 1:3-14 INTRO: “Amazing grace, how sweet the sound – that saved a wretch like me!” God’s grace is amazing, truly amazing. We are all in the very same condition in this life. All of us are sinners. All ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Daniel: Always Trust God, No Matter What!

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 25, 2009

This children’s sermon on Daniel in the Lions den, was written for an elementary age audience at church camp.

Daniel: Always trust God --- No matter what! Daniel 6:1-28 Today I’m going to talk to you about a man in the Bible named Daniel. Have you heard of him? What do you know about Daniel? If Daniel could be here right now, I know what he would say to you. He would say this: Always trust God – no ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus: The Life Of The Party Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 1, 2009

This message looks at Jesus’ life and how ministered through social engagements.

Our text opens with Jesus and His disciples receiving an invitation to attend a wedding celebration in Cana of Galilee. This event often leaves us scratching our heads. We picture Jesus as being a man on a mission, focused and always serious. We have a very difficult time picturing Him having fun ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ