Sermons on Seminary:

Can God Use Me?

Contributed by Richard Goble on Dec 2, 2007

Jesus restores and reaffirms us when we fail, making us fit for the Master’s use.

Title: Can God Use Me? Text: John 21:15-19 Introduction: Annie Armstrong It is said that Annie Armstrong never tired of serving God and serving people. In 1893 because of her belief in the powerful hand of God to change lives and our world she wrote over 18,000 letters many by hand. She was the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Ministries Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on May 28, 2005

Continuing series on the Holy Spirit

Sermon Series: ¡§God, The Holy Spirit¡¨ Sermon #2 ¡§Ministries of the Holy Spirit Text: I Corinthians 2:10-13 OPENING JOKE: ¡§The Holy Spirit is Better¡¨ A nice elderly woman was leaving church after the Sunday services. As she was in the back she shook the hand of the pastor and said, ¡§That ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tossing The Junk Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 13, 2005

Holding on the right things and getting of the wrong things keeps life simpler and more fulfilling. This is the discipine of Christian discernment.

Tossing the Junk Philippians 1:9-11; 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22; Romans 12:9 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: It was one of those scenes you only see on television. For Rick’s sake, I was glad no cameras showed up. I knew Rick had some ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Not Over Yet

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

An Easter message that points to the resurrrection and return of Christ as the vindication of his Lordship.

It’s Not Over Yet Acts 2:22-24, 36-38 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: We had it won. I was sure of it. It was the eighth inning of the sixth game of the National League Playoffs. The Cubs had a 3-0 lead. The team was five outs from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ready And Waiting Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

An exposition of Matthew 24 and Jesus’ teaching regarding the end of history.

Ready and Waiting Matthew 24:1-4, 36-51 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: A lot of folk thought that I had lost my mind. It probably wasn’t the first time. It probably won’t be the last. People were sure of it when I announced that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What To Do Til Jesus Comes Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

The Parable of the Talents calls for faithful services until the end when Jesus returns.

What To Do ‘Til Jesus Comes! Matthew 25:14-30 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: The veteran guides at the tourist park in the Alps say they have seen it happen time and time again. The day almost always begins the same way. This old ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Judgement Day Surprises Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

Jesus’ story of the Sheep and the Goats surprises us with a view of life from heaven’s perspective.

Judgment Day Surprises Matthew 25:31-46 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: A drunken man flagged down a bus late one night. He staggered up the aisle, and flopped down right next to an older woman who was clutching a Bible. She looked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Is Too Precious To Waste Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

Beginning of the Forty Days of Purpose series; why knowing our purpose is so vital

Life Is Too Precious to Waste Ephesians 5:15-18 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Life is too precious to waste! It is! But you can! Life can be wasted. We all know that. We see it happen. We talk about it. A talented, bright, energetic young ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Beginning Point Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

The opening words of the Bible provide the defining point of the faith.

The Beginning Point Genesis 1 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Great books always have great beginnings. Good writers know the opening lines can hook or lose the reader. The first words provide the first impression and often set the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Just Like A Dad Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 21, 2005

Paul outlines important principles of Christian leadership and the job description of every godly father.

Just Like A Dad 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12, 19 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Today we honor our dads and by extension all of the men who play such important roles in the lives of our church and families. Being a dad has its challenges. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stewardshp:the Collection

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 28, 2006

stewarship sermon - stewardship is hard, but what is faith without risk?

It is some what surprising what an international outlook Paul has as he writes to the Church in Corinth. He mentions Galatia, Macedonia, Achaia, Ephesus, Jerusalem. Even though most of Paul’s readers had never left their own city they understood that they were part of a world wide church body in no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lost And Confused Series

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jun 12, 2006

Confusion sometimes stalks us. Comfort comes from Psalm 55. "Even while thousands are lined up against me, God hears it all...Pile your trouble on God’s shoulders, he’ll carry your load" (55:18,22).

Lost and Confused Psalm 55:1-14 (12-13) June 11, 2006 This is the second in a series of sermons about being lost. I would invite you this morning to remember a time when you were lost. I know you pretty well, and I don’t think that any of you have ever been lost on a desert island…at least no ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Commitment Of A Servant-Leader Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Aug 22, 2007

A great number of people called themselves Christians who want to be served than to serve. There are many who aspire in leadership but very few will aspire to servant-hood.

THE COMMITMENT OF A SERVANT-LEADER Luke 9:57-62 (I preached this message during my employment at Philippine Missionary Institute) Illustration: S. I. McMillen, in his book "None of These Diseases," tells a story of a young woman who wanted to go to college, but her heart sank when she read the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Understand

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Mar 23, 2012

The three words "I Am Thirsty" speak volumes to us today.

I Understand John 19:28-29 Intro: Easter is almost here. Two more weeks and it will be upon us. We have spent the last several weeks looking at the cross of Jesus and the last words of our Savior on that cross. This morning we are going to look at the shortest saying as they are called. . I want ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

Are You An Unforgiven Slave

Contributed by David Rogers on Mar 30, 2007

A sermon about the importance to forgiving

Are You An Unforgiving Slave Of Jesus Matthew 18:21-35 Prayer Introduction Recently, one of the most severe storms in many years pounded our five little acres. It came out of the northwest embedded in dark, angry clouds. We saw it approaching in the twilight and could hear its snarl off in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist