Sermons on Sensation:

Called To Be The Salt Of The Earth

Contributed by John Hamby on May 31, 2005

Five Qualities in which Christians are to be Like Salt.

“Called To Be the Salt of the Earth” Matthew 5:13 “A Peanuts cartoon, showed Peppermint Patty talking to Charlie Brown. She said, "Guess what, Chuck. The first day of school, and I got sent to the principal’s office. It was your fault, Chuck." He said, "My fault? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Leave A Legacy (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Marcus Naugler on Nov 23, 2001

It is no question that God will provide leaders for the next generation - The question is, will you have a part in raising up those leaders?

Leaving A Legacy – Adapted from The Search For God’s Own Heart by Andy Cook (Ch. 15) (Part 4, Building a Stronger Family) Text: II Samuel 21:15-22 (pg. 232 in pew bible) God gives each generation the opportunity to raise up new leaders for God’s people. Since we know that God will have leaders ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:15-22, 2 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Is It Essential That We Leave All Things In The Hands Of Our Sovereign

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 1, 2002

Why Is It Essential That We Leave All Things in the Hands of Our Sovereign God? – Rom. 11:33-36

Why Is It Essential That We Leave All Things in Hands of Our Sovereign God? – Rom. 11:33-36 Every day the news is filled with incomprehensible stories of tragedies which causes some people to ask the question, “Why does God allow so much suffering in the world?” The terrorists attack on the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:33-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Relax, Will Ya? Series

Contributed by Paul Kuzma on Jan 2, 2002

A key to longetivity and effectiveness in life and ministry is finding real relaxation. Here are 3 ways to find what you need.

I. INTRODUCTION A. READ The Devil’s Convention. B. Stress-Free Holidays is just the cover for the season because the holidays are so hectic. 1. But these messages – last week, today, and thru December – are applicable to whatever season or depth of busy-ness is overwhelming you. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Foursquare

Blessed Are Those Who Hunger And Thirst For Righteousness Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Jul 14, 2007

A hunger for righteousness is a heart for God.

Matt 5.6 ’Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.’ ILL: Have you ever spent time fasting? I think some of the youth are thinking about doing the 40 hour famine in a few weeks. If you’ve done it before, how much are you actually thinking about the message ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Baptist

We Are A Team With Jesus As Our Leader

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jul 17, 2007

how we need to let God lead us to rach out and touch people with the Gospel.

WAYS TO HELP YOUR NEW PASTOR by Carroll R. Gunkel 1. Recognize that he will be different from the former pastor and in that, difference there will be new ideas. 2. Remember that your pastor feels called of God to a high and holy task; he is a man of dedication. 3. Be honest with your new ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-29

Denomination: Wesleyan

Walk The Talk Series

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 5, 2011

It's time to get up and begin to fight...not the other church's...or each other...but to declare war on the kingdom of darkness.

WALK THE TALK JAMES 4:13 17 Read James 4:13 17 Today James tackles a real difficult, touchy subject...the sin of being presumptuous. Webster says that to be presumptuous means to display an excessive self confidence, and then to take liberties because of that overdose of self confidence. And the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Riding The Spiritual Roller Coaster Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 9, 2008

The book of Judges reveals the spiritual roller coaster that Israel rode through 300 years of history. We can repeat their mistakes if we are not careful.

Riding the Spiritual Roller Coaster Judges 2:6-3:6 Essential 100 Series February 10, 2008 Morning Message Introduction Have you ever ridden a roller coaster? There are some that I love and some that I hate. I loved the Batman Knight Flight at Six Flags and I hated the Tomb Raider at King’s Island. ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Person Of The Holy Ghost Partiii Series

Contributed by Bob Zinga on Aug 18, 2007

Who is the Holy Ghost?

THE PERSON OF THE HOLY GHOST Once you are saved, you have received a new life. John 10:10 (King James Version) The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. However, it is very important ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Loving Patience Of God Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2009

God’s patience far surpasses what we call patience

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: January 2004 Date Preached: January 2004 Church: OZHBC (PM) Wednesday FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Study in Jonah Title: The Loving Patience of God Text: Jonah 2:10-3:9 Introduction: When you hear the word ‘patience’ what does it mean to you? ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Gaining The Smile Of God

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 20, 2009

What is it that makes God frown and smile? This message offers some thoughts.

Gaining the Smile of God Gen. 6:1-9 * A couple of weeks ago Christy and Piper accompanied Deboria to Florida to check and take care of Deb’s parents. As you know, they are presently in a rehab center. As they visited the rehab center, little Piper was all over the place talking, smiling, and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Behind The Story

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 3, 2010

The truth is there is a story behind the story of the entire Bible. It is the story of God and His love and His desire for all to have salvation.

The Story Behind The Story 10/12/08 PM Text: Various INTRODUCTION: Introduction: Last Sunday I preached a lesson drawn from a story that many are familiar with, one that I pointed out is taught beginning in the youngest of bible classes; the story of Noah. But the lesson went behind the story of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Simple Conversation Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Apr 16, 2009

Approaching Easter to define the difference between relationship and fellowship and what God offers to us.

Simple Conversation: Leading to the Sunday of our lives: John 15 9 "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. 10 If you obey my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have obeyed my Father’s commands and remain in his love. 11 I have told you this so that my ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Standing Strong In The Face Of Uncertainty Series

Contributed by Michael Carbaugh on May 3, 2009

In the face of uncertainty, Daniel remembers three truths that allow his faith to stand strong which leads to God receiving great praise.

One thing is certain…nothing ever stays the same. I was on facebook this past week and I was noticing the updates posted by a friend with whom I went to college. She now lives in Maine and she posted the comment…the sun is out. A few minutes later she posted another comment that said…the sun ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: Baptist

Minding The Times: An Exposition On Postmodernism, Part 1

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on May 29, 2009

Minding The Times: An Exposition On Postmodernism, Part 1

One might say the future is here --- and we might want to send it back for a refund. Having waited years and wondering at times whether mankind would even survive to see the day, the world now finds itself on the other side of a new millennium. In some ways, it is everything optimistic futurists ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible