Sermons on Seamless Tunic:

Can I Get A Refill?

Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Dec 30, 2015

Christ's first recorded miracle, the turning of ordinary water into extraordinary wine, becomes a picture of Christ bringing joy in the midst of sorrow.

One of my favorite movies of which I will boldly, blatantly and unashamedly admit is the sequel “Bad Boys II.” It is a funny/amusing/somewhat comical/quite insightful movie whether you like or not with Martin Lawrence (of which I am a die hard fan/admirer/aficionado) and Will Smith and ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

I Need A Refill

Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Feb 17, 2014

As Jesus turns water into wine as a symbol of bringing joy, He specializes in re-filling life's empty places.

Re-Filling Your Empty Life by Kraig Pullam John 2:1-2:1 One of my favorite movies of which I will boldly, blatantly and unashamedly admit is the sequel “Bad Boys II.” It is a funny/amusing/somewhat comical/quite insightful movie whether you like or not with Martin Lawrence (of which ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Hard Truth

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Sep 4, 2005

Truths are hard because they are hard to grasp, hard to accept, or hard to practice, or live out. They’re hard to practice because the hard truths of scripture require something of us.

The Hard Truth TCF Sermon September 4, 2005 I could very easily title this morning’s sermon, Lessons from LouAnn. That’s because several weeks ago, the inspiration for this morning’s message came from Lou Ann Goodbary. Do you all know LouAnn? LouAnn has been here at TCF longer than most of us, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Donation: The Reward Of A Succesful Steward Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 24, 2004

It is not our duration of life but our donation to life that counts. Giving has nothing to do with assets. Giving has everything to do with attitude.

Scripture Today we come to the conclusion of a series of messages on The ABCs of Stewardship. For the past four weeks we have been talking about stewardship, and today I want to talk about “Donation: The Reward of a Successful Steward.” The material for this message comes from Dr. John Maxwell. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:20-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Building Bigger Hearts Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Apr 7, 2003

Contentment doesn’t come from our circumstances. It comes from the heart. And that’s where the root of the problem really lies. Not in our wallets, but in our hearts.

My son, Evan, plays for the 10year old North Royalton travel team. The other day, the players received their uniforms. They are beautiful – very nice. And the hats! They are purple with a gold NR embroidered on the front. And they are fitted. Evan even has his number embroidered on the back ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Surprising Results Of Fear And Faith

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Oct 24, 2003

We have gotten used to fear as a part of our daily lives. But it is a monster, ready and willing to destroy our effectiveness as believers, and steal our joy. Let’s see what Paul has to say about it in the context of this familiar passage about prayer.

How many of you have memorized that passage, at some point maybe even have quoted it? Good. You know what they say about familiarity though, don’t you? Familiarity can breed a lot of contempt and this particular passage is a familiar one. You’ve heard it many times. And sometimes the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Second Mile Marathon Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Feb 13, 2012

God is honored, and His glory proclaimed, when we go above and beyond what the world expects. Jesus challenges all of us to live life as "second mile marathoners." Are you up to the challenge?

The Second Mile Marathon - Matthew 5:38-42 - February 5, 2012 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #16 One summer evening in Broken Bow, Nebraska, a weary truck driver pulled his rig into an all-night truck stop. He was tired and hungry. The waitress had just served him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: *other

Getting Fit: Discipline Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 2, 2011

It takes discipline to be a disciple because spiritual growth is intentional, not automatic.

Getting Fit: Discipline 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Rev. Brian Bill 1/2/11 This past week our family had the opportunity to spend time with our nephew Ashton, who has been in Army Basic Training for the past nine weeks. To say the least, he is a changed man. Before I go much further, if you have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Draw Near - Part One

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 12, 2011

The Longing Of God’s Heart Is For All Of Us To Draw Near To Him With A Fully Surrendered Heart.

Open: Start by singing "I Surrender All." All to Jesus I surrender; all to him I freely give; I will ever love and trust him, in his presence daily live. I surrender all, I surrender all, all to thee, my blessed Savior, I surrender all. All to Jesus I surrender; humbly at his feet I ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Happy Blessings Of Revelation Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 30, 2010

When we decide to die for Christ we receive the promise of eternal rest and peace from all the persecution that the world has inflicted on us. We get the blessing of having our righteous deeds follow us to Heaven.

“Series Revelation” Review of the book of Revelation: This writing unveils to us Jesus Christ – “The Beginning and the End” This book presents 7 churches, 7 seals, 7 resurrections of a Beast-like Kingdom, 7 trumpets, and 7 reasons why we as Christians should “Be Happy” through false prophets, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"God Loves A Giver - Sometimes Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009

What a God honouring giver looks like

“God loves a giver - Sometimes - Luke 12:13-34” Gladstone Baptist Church – 7/5/06 am (Much of this material is sourced from Randy Alcorn’s book. “the Treasure Principle”) Hearing sermons about money makes us uncomfortable. I want to start a short series today on Stewardship. And I can just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Baptist

When God Says No Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Apr 5, 2011

When God says "no" it's because He wants what's best for us.

Two weeks ago we looked at the story of Jonathan and his armor bearer charging the Philistines. It was one of those times in scripture when God said not just yes but maybe. Why did God say maybe? Because he wanted Jonathan to pick a direction and go. God was waiting for someone to choose to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 27 - The Believer’s Present Relation To Satan: Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 7, 2018

The closing portion of Paul’s letter contains his account of this conflict of the Christian with the forces of evil.

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 2/11/18 Lesson 27: The Believer’s Present Relation to Satan: Spiritual Warfare (Ephesians 6:10-20) 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Genuine Disciple Series

Contributed by Troy Walliser on Nov 10, 2020

As we SUBMIT to God we can watch Him CHANGE the world around us.

Genuine Disciple Acts 9:36-43 Have you ever had a nickname? When I was growing up I had several nicknames: Child – Troy-Boy, Junior High – Wally; High School - Wal-man. On our mission trip last week Sarah Smith called me Roberto Budweiser, but that's another story. I’m sure at some point in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Nov 12, 2020

The text we’ve been dealing with over the last three lessons teaches what God has required of the older men and women of the church...

The text we’ve been dealing with over the last three lessons teaches what God has required of the older men and women of the church. Titus 2:1 But as for you, speak the things which are proper for sound doctrine: Titus 2:2 that the older men be sober, reverent, temperate, sound in faith, in ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible