Sermons on Seasonally:

"What Is Sound Doctrine?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 16, 2004

How to distinguish understand God’s truth in an age with so many false doctrines and prophets.

2 Timothy 3:14-4:5 “What is Sound Doctrine?” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org I was sitting in a repair shop lounge a few weeks ago waiting for my car to be fixed…and oh…the bill… …but that’s another story. Anyhow, the ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

"Taking A Trip Out Of God's Will--Where Does It Lead?"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 20, 2003

God gives us choices so that our life can lead to a good journey and ending, blessed and productive.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches June 22, 2003 “Taking a Trip Out of God’s Will--Where Does it Lead?” Psalm 1:1-6 INTRODUCTION: How many of you have heard people say, “I didn’t have any choice in the matter?” Maybe you have made this statement yourself, “I didn’t have any choice.” When you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

"Let There Be Peace On Earth"

Contributed by David Washburn on Dec 8, 2002

True peace does not come through contented circumstances, but through a relationship with God

As I was bringing our children to church Wednesday night, they were taking note of all the homes that were lit up and decorated for Christmas. They remarked at how they liked the decorations and the effort folk put forth at Christmas time. They also said, “People are different this time of year. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Prepare For Christmas By

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 12, 2002

Don’t let yourself get too distracted this Christmas. Remember who you are, and what it means to be a witness for Christ.

John 1:6-28: PREPARE FOR CHRISTMAS BY “LOOKING THE RIGHT WAY” What is the number one cause of car accidents today? There are lots of causes. Obviously, weather and drunk driving are causes. Cell phones. Eating. Adjusting the radio or CD player. Some people shave, or do their hair, or read, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-28

Denomination: Lutheran

In A Cave Licking Your Wounds?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 13, 2002

It is easy in ministry to find a safe spot and hide and just spend your time licking your wounds. You must arise and quit this.

IT IS ENOUGH? LICKING YOUR WOUNDS? NAW, GET OUT OF THE CAVE! TEXT: 1 KINGS 19:4 But Elijah went a day’s journey into the wilderness, and came and sat down under the juniper tree: and requested for himself that he might die; and said IT IS ENOUGH; now O Lord, take away my life; for I am not better ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4, 1 Kings 19:9-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Wise Men Seek To Know Him

Contributed by James May on Dec 22, 2002

The wise men sought to find Jesus. King Herod sought for Jesus. Why did they seek him and did their search have a life changing effect on them?

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Approaching God" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Nov 21, 2003

How do we go about coming into His presence with thanksgiving?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches November 23, 2003 Thanksgiving Sermon “Approaching God” Psalm 95 Introduction: It is not always easy to approach God. Often our lifestyles have become so crowded with other priorities that we can’t seem to get around to thinking about God and how He wants to be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

The Innkeeper

Contributed by James Buchanan on Dec 1, 2003

The third in a series on The Three People Missed at Christmas. This focuses on a personage of the innkeeper, who was so close to the Savior, but missed the boat.

Have you ever missed the boat? Have you ever gotten so wrapped up in things that you have missed out on the main reason for doing what you do? The rich industrialist from the North was horrified to find the southern fisherman lying lazily beside his boat, smoking a pipe. "Why aren’t you out ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Advent Through The Eyes Of A Prophet Pt. Ii

Contributed by Joe Harding on Dec 7, 2003

WE MUST BE PREPARED FOR OUR LORD WILL RETURN TO THIS EARTH SOME SWEET DAY!

ADVENT THROUGH THE EYES OF A PROPHET PT. II: PREPARE THE WAY ISAIAH 40:1-11 2ND SUNDAY IN ADVENT DECEMBER 7, 2003 INTRODUCTION: Twas’ the night Jesus came Twas’ the night Jesus came and all through the house, not a person was praying, not one in the house. The Bible was left on the shelf without ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Why Sing Carols? Series

Contributed by Tom Doubt on Dec 23, 2003

Carols are an expression of joy that resides in our hearts, with a rhythm of God’s love, a radiance of God’s glory, surrounded by His caring arms, and gift wrapped in His plan for us.

Dr. Tom Doubt, Senior Pastor Four Mile Creek Baptist Church Richmond, VA December 21, 2003 WHY SING CAROLS? Psalm 138 BACKGROUND: A. On these Sundays prior to Christmas we have been looking at the “C”s found in Christmas. 1. First “C” was the Coming, the prophecy that a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Why Worship?

Contributed by Jason Frazier on Nov 9, 2001

It explores what the Bible says about worship & why we should worship God.

TEXT: Deuteronomy 6:1-15 “Why Worship?” All across the globe this morning, people have gathered together in buildings like this one. Some arrive in formal clothes; others arrive in more casual attire. Some arrive in Lincoln Continentals; others arrive in Yugo’s or Gremlins. Some meet in a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

#2habakkuk's Lesson On The Waiting Room Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 5, 2003

We study the lesson Habakkuk has to teach the church about waiting.

THE WAITING ROOM IS PART OF DAILY LIFE! THE LESSON OF HABAKKUK... Part #2 DEALING WITH HUMAN PROBLEMS TAKE TIME! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com 1. Waiting and Patience -- the dirty words? ; 2. Habakkuk’s Waiting Room; 3. Danger of waiting and spiritual rust; 4. The five levels of ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-18, Habakkuk 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Hope Of Christmas

Contributed by Ray Searan on Dec 26, 2002

Here is a great Christmas Message

The Hope of Christmas Subject: Christmas Hope Text: Isaiah 9:6, 7 Theme: Introduction: Isaiah 9:6, 7 is a prophecy of the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ. At the time Isaiah prophesied these words only darkness, gloom, and despair appeared to lay in store for the Nation of Israel. Darkness as black ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Increase Our Faith - Part Two Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 17, 2003

We have decided that we should not limit the glory of the Lord with our unbelief.

This morning I want to continue the emphasis on FAITH. You can find our Key Verse in your bulletin.Luke 17:5 And the apostles said to the Lord, "Increase our faith."As a body of believers, we’ve recognized the need for us to begin to allow the Lord to "Increase our faith."The Lord has greater ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:17-20, Luke 17:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Building Lasting Family Memories"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Oct 28, 2004

What influence does family activities have on our present and future? How do family activities shape us in a positive or negative way?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches October 31, 2004 “Building Lasting Family Memories” Ephesians 6:1-4 Proverbs 22:6 INTRODUCTION: We are surrounded by many influences that try to shape our decisions into worldly life forms. Sometimes positive experiences get crowded out by the busyness of life--by ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Methodist