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  • "Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Jesus' Wish List" Series

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 13, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,203 views

    A sermon about materialism.

    Matthew 25:31-46 “Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Jesus’ Wish List” (based on Mike Slaughter's Book) I remember being about Mary Ellen’s age and trying to remember what I had given my sister Lisa the previous Christmas. Not able to recall, I went and asked ...read more

  • Steps For Exercising The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024
     | 497 views

    We should make sure they are from the Holy Spirit and not our own will and determination. If we don’t have the fruit of the Spirit, but have the fruit of the flesh, then we really need to question, the source of our “gift.”

    Opening illustration: Have you ever felt torn in two or more directions when considering how to serve in your church or what job to take? Since you probably can’t do everything you’re asked to do, how do you decide which opportunities for service are best suited for you? Many will be able to relate ...read more

  • Can I Get A Witness? Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Dec 14, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 839 views

    The sermon discusses John the Baptist's role as a witness to Christ's light, emphasizing our similar calling to point others to Jesus, with the advantage of a fuller understanding of His divine nature.

    Hello Church! Today our passage comes from the Gospel of John. Now, there are two different “John’s” we’re going to discuss today. The first one is John the Baptist. Some of us are familiar with this guy. He was the forerunner of Jesus who baptized people in the wilderness for forgiveness of their ...read more

  • Wanted! True Worshippers

    Contributed by Dixon Olu. David on May 18, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 11,253 views

    God is in search of people who will worship Him in truth. Are you really one?

    Topic: WANTED! TRUE WORSHIPPERS? Text: John 4 : 20—24, Jer. 26: 3-11 OUTLINES Introduction 1. Ignorant Worshippers 2. Adamant Or Unyielding Worshippers 3. Deceptive Or Hypocritical Worshippers 4. Angels’ (or) Devils’ Worshippers 5. Vain Worshippers 6. Self-Willed Worshipper 7. True ...read more

  • Imitating Christ (Part 4) Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 18, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,026 views

    Becoming like Christ is is our ultimate goal. Go ahead and put on Christ. At first it may feel unnatural or uncomfortable, and maybe you may think, “Who am I trying to fool?” But everyday just keep putting on Christ and everyday you will grow to look more

    Opening illustration: It is a story about a man who was born with an awful facial deformity. He grew up alone and lonely. When reaching adulthood, he decided to move from his town to begin a new life. On his way he discovered a beautiful mask that fit his making him look handsome. At first the mask ...read more

  • Spiritual Gifts - What Are Yours?

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Aug 4, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,594 views

    Spiritual Gifts are a biblical concept and a Fundamental Belief of our church, and yet most of us don’t know what our Spiritual Gifts are – to the peril of the body.

    August 05, 2023 Today we are talking about Spiritual Gifts. Clear back in the book of Exodus, God told Moses that He was going to gift certain men in Israel with the gift of craftsmanship for the construction of the Tabernacle: • Exodus 31:1-5 - Then the LORD said to Moses, 2 "See, I ...read more

  • Sermon On Courage

    Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 10, 2021
     | 2,262 views

    Courage is defined as the ability to control your fear in a dangerous or difficult situation.

    Maya Angelou, an American poet, memoirist and civil rights activist once remarked: “Courage is the most important of all the virtues, because without courage you can't practice any other virtue consistently. You can practice any virtue erratically, but nothing consistently without courage.” 2 ...read more

  • A Single Verse Series

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Oct 21, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,802 views

    In a single verse, Paul makes a personal declaration of his faith, his service to Christ and the assurance of God’s eternal promise.

    A SINGLE VERSE 03/16/03 AM Text: Philippians 1:21 Introduction In a single verse, Paul makes a personal declaration of his faith, his service to Christ and the assurance of God’s eternal promise. As we consider this verse, let us reflect on our own lives and determine where we stand in light of ...read more

  • Our Spiritual Birth Certificate PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,084 views

    The importance of abiding in Jesus, walking in the Spirit, and emptying ourselves of our own will to be filled with God's will for His glory.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ! It's a joy to be with you all today, diving into the word of God. We will be focusing on two passages of scripture today: John 5:17-47 and 1 John 5:13. [Read passages] These passages remind us of the importance of abiding in Jesus, walking in the ...read more

  • The Penetrating Influence Of Character PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 15, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 981 views

    This sermon explores our Christian calling to be influential as salt and light in the world, and the consequences of failing to live up to this mission.

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to gather with you today, as we continue to bask in the unfathomable grace of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We come to this place, not as mere spectators, but as partakers of the divine mystery of faith. We are not here by accident, ...read more

  • Guess Who's Coming To Dinner? Series

    Contributed by Larry Sarver on Jun 11, 2002
    based on 100 ratings
     | 22,648 views

    A message on how judgmentalism, pride and selfishness are unwelcome at God’s table.

    Luke Series #67 June 02, 2002 Title: Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner? Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. This morning we are continuing in Chapter 14 of the Book of Luke in our verse-by-verse teaching series out of ...read more

  • Qualities Of An Elder, Pt. 2 Series

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Mar 4, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,838 views

    pt. two on the qualities of an elder

    Character of an Elder, pt. 2 This week a cherished family member passed away. To some of you, he was dad, grandpa, or husband. To many of the rest of us, he was family under the Fatherhood of God. I learned and saw a lot about Don Nelson Friday and Saturday, as memories and photographs were ...read more

  • The Joy Of Loving

    Contributed by R. Escoanyelin Ortiz on Jan 2, 2012
     | 3,633 views

    THE NATURE OF LOVE IS THE JOY OF GIVING

    THE NATURE OF LOVE IS THE JOY OF GIVING. GOD LOVES TO GIVE. HIS CHILDREN SHOULD BE LOVERS OF GIVING. WE NEED TO UNDERSTAND THE NATURE OF LOVE WHICH IS THE JOY OF GIVING. 2 CORINTHIANS 9:7 DECLARES: GOD LOVES A CHEERFUL GIVER. SOME OF US MAYBE GIVERS, BUT NOT CHEERFUL ONES. YOU SEE, THAT IS HOW GOD ...read more

  • The End Of Another Year

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 60,721 views

    What if I viewed the end of this year like the end of my life? The sweet memories, the regrets, the lessons learned, the highs and lows. Here a few thoughts of personal inventory guided by Philippians 3:7-15.

    I recently watched a helpful helpful video comparing the end of a year to the end of life. It got me to thinking personally. What if I did the same. The sweet memories, the regrets, the lessons learned, the highs and lows. Here a few thoughts of personal inventory guided by Philippians ...read more

  • The Garments Of Righteousness

    Contributed by Billy Noel on Dec 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,034 views

    The garment of Righteousness protects us from the tactics of the evil one

    The Garment of Righteousness Ephesians 4: 17-32 Syrianna……Arabs Righteousness Position-State of being Rom.4:6 David says the same thing when he speaks of the blessedness of the man to whom God credits righteousness apart from works: 7 “Blessed are they whose transgressions are forgiven, ...read more