Sermons on Sent Out:

David And Goliath

Contributed by Ian Lyall on Sep 27, 2006

The contest between David and Goliath is a type of the battle between the Believer and Satan. David was prepared to go out on a limb for God. Are we?

We all know well the story of David and Goliath; it’s one we grew up with from Sunday School. It’s a story which catches a popular vein. It’s the story of the underdog winning, winning against the seeming odds. We probably all have some feeling for the underdog, say in a sporting event, and enjoy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-51

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Word Of God Is Living

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 14, 2006

Preaching is not the task of “making” scripture come alive; rather it’s “drawing out the life” that’s already in it.

INTRODUCTION A. Look Closely At Hebrews 4:12-13 “For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. And there is no creature ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Taming The Tongue Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 19, 2006

Taming the tongue is a challenge for all of us as James points out. In this sermon I give some helpful strategies for controlling the tongue.

Introduction: A. If your tongue has ever gotten you into trouble, then please raise your hand. 1. Turn to your neighbor and say, “I’m not surprised!” 2. We are not surprised, because it happens to all of us. 3. All of us have had the experience of saying something, and then wishing we had not said ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Covered?

Contributed by Glenn Narvaez on Jun 19, 2006

This message speaks of the importance of Covering. Covering serves as our protection. Find out how to be covered and enjoy God’s protection.

ARE YOU COVERED? Prepared by Ptr. Glenn Narvaez-2004 Covering speaks of our protection from many dangers such us wrong decisions and etc. God provided these covering to protect his people. 1. GOD  "Because he loves me," says the LORD, "I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Learning From Leah

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 31, 2006

Out of Leah’s offspring came the Ancient of Days! Sometimes it’s the present hardships in life that drive us to Jesus!

Learning from Your Hurts Text: Genesis 29:16-19, 26-35 Leah wasn’t much to look at, but God’s hand was upon her and that’s all that matters! She was different, and she knew it. As we read we see that Jacob loved and adore Rachel. Imagine for a moment, being in a house where you are always ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:16-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Fish Don't Look At The Bottom Of Your Boat"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Nov 13, 2006

Fish are not checking out the potential beauty of the bottom of the boat and deciding by this measure by whom they would prefer to be caught. They are drawn in by what is on the hook?

Title: “Fish don’t look at the Bottom of the Boat.” Introduction: Jesus told his disciples that if they would follow him, than he would make of them “Fishers of Men.” In this text, Jesus is on a fishing expedition. You might find the title of this message a bit strange, so let me do my best to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

New

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006

God isn’t interested in patching up your old life. He wants to make a new creation out of you.

New Matthew 9:14-17 This week I had breakfast with our youth intern. Joe proudly announced that he and Cheryl are expecting their first child and that the due date is in February. As we talked, our conversation turned to all of the new things that will be happening in their lives over the next ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-17

Denomination: Holiness

How To Make Sense Of My World

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 9, 2006

Making sense of a world gone of out whack by finding rest in the Lord, who is creator and who brings order from chaos

HOW TO MAKE SENSE OF MY WORLD After watching the movie Cinderella, five-year-old Sarah started using her pinwheel as a magic wand, pretending she was a fairy godmother. "Make three wishes," she told her mother, "and I’ll grant them." Her mom first asked for world peace. Sarah swung her wand and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Four Kinds Of Church Members

Contributed by Selvan John on Feb 4, 2008

This sermon examines the kind of church members we are...what kind are we tired, tiresome, retired, tireless...? Check out!

This is just an insight for anyone who considers being part of a church & calling themselves as church members. Don’t stop go on and read-you might be one in the category I describe - for the first time church goers or followers of Christ were called as Christians at Antioch Acts11:26 since then I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Or Who Are You Following

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 5, 2007

Priorities are important in life. We need to think critically about what our priorities should be and work to live them out.

I want to start off tonight by asking you guys to get into pairs and discuss the following question. “What are the top five priorities in my life?” ***Take a few minutes to share responses with the large group*** This issue of what are our priorities is such an important question for all of us to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Continuing In Revival

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 5, 2007

What do we expect to happen after the revival services have ended? This is a follow-up message coming out of revival.

CONTINUING IN REVIVAL Acts 3:1-26 INTRO: What do we expect to happen after the revival services have ended? Is it back to business as usual? or, do we expect God to continue to do some great things in our lives and our Church? For some, you are glad that the revival services have ended. You ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Followers Of God

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Jun 10, 2007

In our scripture, we have the command given, but also the example of the Lord. Before we step out the cost is made clear.

FOLLOWERS OF GOD Ephesians 5:1-2 I. THE COMMAND II. THE COMPARISON III. THE COST FOLLOWERS OF GOD Ephesians 5:1-2 1 Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children 2 and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Sojourner Series

Contributed by Edward Walker on Apr 20, 2007

Learning from the life of Abraham--discovering five life-principles that invite the blessings of God to be poured out onto our lives.

Introduction 1. Illustration: The other day my wife and I went to the hospital for an appointment concerning Angela’s pregnancy. We had to park a long distance due to building construction. By the time we got to the information desk Angela was exhausted and was having contractions. The attendant ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The House Of Prayer

Contributed by Ronnie Knight on Apr 23, 2007

We may be the most orthodox in belief; we may be the most inspirational in our music, but with out prayer we have no power.

The House of Prayer Introduction: Jim Cymballa, pastor of Brooklyn Tabernacle, told his small congregation that “if they called upon the Lord, He had promised in His word to answer, to bring the unsaved to Himself, and to pour out His Spirit among them. If they did not call upon the Lord, He had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:13

Denomination: Baptist

Times They Are A Changing

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on May 8, 2007

God can make hard time come out fot the good. God can use unbleievers to establish a safe place.

Times they are a changing Acts 18:12-23 Have you ever had some event that changed your life? When you think about it, all kinds of things can change out lives. Going from middle school to high school, getting out of school, getting a job. How about getting married? That was a biggie. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:12-23

Denomination: Congregational