Sermons on Secret Agendas:

The Extravagance Of Christian Love

Contributed by Mason Booth on Mar 16, 2002

What does Christian love look like?

If interested please e-mail at MasonBooth@aol.com for a powerpoint presentation The Extravagance of Christian Love I. Introduction A. Mark 14.3-9 B. Society’s Understanding of Love II. The Cost of Love A. This type of love is extravagant B. This type of love is sacrificial C. This type of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Methodist

Paul's Understanding Of The Ministry Of The Church Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 14, 2004

The 5th message of 13 in an expository series on the book of Colossians.

Paul’s Understanding of the Ministry of the Church Colossians 1:23b-29 23bThis is the gospel that you heard and that has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven, and of which I, Paul, have become a servant. 24Now I rejoice in what was suffered for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:23-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About Serving Christ Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Dec 1, 2006

What does it mean to serve Christ? Paul talks about servant-leadership in this passage and calls for humility among those who think they are wise and brilliant enough to lead the church.

THE TRUTH ABOUT SERV ING CHRIST Whenever a title like this is used several thoughts go through our minds: “You mean there is something false about the way we serve?” “There’s a ‘truth’ I didn’t know about?” “Is this something new?” To set your minds at ease I must confess that this is nothing new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Mennonite

The Unique Physique Of The Meek Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 19, 2008

If we will trade in our own demands and expectations for Christ’s meekness, we will discover a strength that can change this world.

Living in the Father’s Favor: The Unique Physique of the Meek Matt. 5:5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth Intro: As we continue our study of the beatitudes or the blessings, hopefully we will see that the character Jesus calls us to reflects a higher standard than many will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In Christ Alone

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

Paul, Pt. 22

IN CHRIST ALONE (COLOSSIANS 2:1-10) A scientific convention was held at a lakeside resort. After the first day’s proceedings, a mathematician, a physicist, an astronomer and a molecular biologist hired a boatman to row them around on the lake. As they sat in the boat, they discussed string theory, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

In Christ Alone

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009

Paul, Pt. 23

IN CHRIST ALONE (COLOSSIANS 2:1-10) A scientific convention was held at a lakeside resort. After the first day’s proceedings, a mathematician, a physicist, an astronomer and a molecular biologist hired a boatman to row them around on the lake. As they sat in the boat, they discussed string theory, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rising Above

Contributed by Irvin Mizell on Nov 2, 2010

This is an article of direction for the heart of torment

Rising above As the pastor of a church, I see many needy souls of varying degree. And as I ponder the overall condition of mankind it occurs to me that there are some basic ingredients that drastically change the inner character of a person. What baffles me is the reluctance I see in many people ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Now To Him Who Is Able Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 17, 2014

What did God do for which He deserves praise and glory? 1- God established us in the faith 2- God revealed His mystery to all

INTRO.- ILL.- Frank was the manager of an upscale men's wear store in a wealthy section of town and was interviewing Larry for the recently advertised salesman role. Frank looked at Larry's resume and noticed that Larry had never worked in retail before. Frank mused, "For someone with no retail ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:25-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Sovereignty, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 5, 2006

God is in control!

These verses speak of God’s Sovereignty – “all things to work” (v.28a) not just isolated incidents! Explanation: God has promised to take your promotion as well as you demotion, your prosperity as well as your poverty, your tragedy as well as your victory, and use it to accomplish something “good” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29

Hey, Bro!

Contributed by Johnny Knight on Jan 27, 2010

The most macho of men in the world are those with whom a woman can know she is safe, respected, and treasured to be protected from anything that could spoil her. Every sister needs that kind of brother.

Hey, Bro! Text: 1 Timothy 5:2 The Word of God in 1 Timothy 5:2 is God’s roadmap for relationships between young men and women. He says, "Treat the younger women as sisters, with absolute purity." That’s not how our culture tells young men to treat young women. It’s more like "treat the young women ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Against All Odds, Obey God

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 21, 2018

Men would try to stop you from diligently serving God but never give up. Always be obedient to the God who has called you to a life of victory.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: AGAINST ALL ODDS, OBEY GOD Acts 5:26-32King James Version (KJV) 26 Then went the captain with the officers, and brought them without violence: for they feared the people, lest they should have been stoned. 27 And when they had brought them, they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:26-32

Denomination: Charismatic

Living Supernaturally

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Feb 12, 2013

God wants us to learn to live in a way that is unaffected by natural circumstances. This does not come automatically, but takes time and practice.

Living Supernaturally God wants us to learn to live in a way that is unaffected by natural circumstances. This does not come automatically, but takes time and practice. Living supernaturally means * Where there is death, you will live * Where there is sickness, it will not touch you * Where the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:10

Denomination: Charismatic

Do Not Worry Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jan 1, 2023

Do Not Worry

What you fear the most is where you trust God the least. (Craig Groschel) [The Way of Jesus] Verse 19-21: Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth…but lay up for yourself treasures in heaven…for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. 1) Jesus is talking about missing the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Preaches In Synagogues Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 15, 2013

An analysis of the preaching of Jesus in Luke 4:42-44 will teach us the necessity of responding to Jesus' preaching.

Scripture Luke began the public ministry of Jesus when Jesus was in the region of Galilee. The basic question that Luke asked and answered was: “Who is Jesus?” Luke began by giving a summary of Jesus’ ministry in Galilee (4:14-15). Next, he gave an example of Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:42-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Discouraged Covid-19 Disciples

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Apr 28, 2020

During this difficult "shelter-in-place" time, we have had hopes, dreams, plans, anticipations but mostly disappoints. During this global pandemic, the most common thing we have in common is DISAPPOINTMENTS. But disappointments do not have to lead to DISCOURAGEMENT.

During this difficult “shelter-in-place” time, perhaps we had hopes, dreams, plans anticipations but surely disappointments. We had hoped to have a Sunrise Service at the cemetery. We had hoped to have a special Easter service at the church. We had hoped to have our family ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-15, Acts 1:4, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist