Sermons on Serenity:

The P.e.r.k.s. Of Christ

Contributed by Shawn Kelly on Nov 2, 2008

There are perks to becomming a Christian...and they are all good.

THE P.E.R.K.S. OF CHRIST JOHN 17: 13-19 There was a group of students in Texas taking a psychology emotional class and the professor wanted to know, what the opposite of happy was….one student raised their and said “sad“…. Then the professor asked…”what’s the opposite of depression“…“elation” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:13-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Believe God

Contributed by Richard Hosea on Oct 12, 2006

Our belief not only affects us but everyone around us.

I Believe God Acts 27: 19-26 Have you ever heard someone say, “It does not matter what I believe it will not make any difference to anyone else?” Or have you ever heard some one say “it doesn’t make any difference what I believe as long as I believe something?” Both of those statements are dead ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

A Great Invitation Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 13, 2006

Jesus said that though many won’t respond, we still need to extend His Great Invitation--Decision leads to Development and Discovery. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Template.

A Great Invitation Matthew 11:16-30 Children love to play games. And in vv. 16-17 the Lord gives an illustration of children playing games. v. 16-17 “This generation” is the people of the Lord’s day who rejected Him…but it also speaks of humanity in general, inc. our generation. What games did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-30

Denomination: Baptist

Called

Contributed by Billy Kangas on Jun 21, 2007

Epesians 1:4 “Long before he laid down earth’s foundations, he had us in mind, had settled on us as the focus of his love, to be made whole and holy by his love.”

When I was born my parents named me William Erick Kangas and that was that. From that point on that was my name. I had no say in it I had no input I had no way to argue. I grew up being William Erick Kangas and I will probably die being William Erick Kangas. That’s what I am Called and that’s what ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Encouraging Words Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 9, 2007

Shows the importance of encouraging words in the family. This includes things said and unsaid.

Encouraging Words Theme: To show the importance of using encouraging words in the family. Text: James 3:3-6 Introduction James here speaks of the power of the tongue. Whereas a small bridle controls a horse and a small rudder controls a ship it is no surprise that a small tongue, a part of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:3-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Only Jesus, For Us

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Mar 3, 2007

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday in Lent, Series C

2nd Sunday in Lent, March 4, 2007, “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, how easy it is for us to falter and fail to live our lives according to your will. Even when we strive with the best of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Lutheran

The Greatest Mother Of All

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Apr 27, 2007

Five godly qualities which Mary possessed that mark her off as perhaps the greatest mother of all time.

The Greatest Mother of All Luke 1:46-49 The producers of the TV program, “The Simpsons” have gone too far in my estimation. In a recent broadcast, they portrayed Mary, the mother of Jesus as someone who intervenes in a fight by beating up all the combatants. She settles the melee by using ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-49

Denomination: Wesleyan

God's Law And Grace Are Revealed In The Nativity

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Dec 19, 2006

A Christmas Eve sermon, written in poetry

Christmas Eve December 24, 2006 Luke 2: 1-20 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, Creator of the universe and author of life on this planet we call earth, we gather in your presence this holy night to lift ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

My Soul Is Satisfied

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 16, 2007

This Psalm, like chapter 62 probably belongs to the time of Absolom’s rebellion. The theme of this psalm is satisfaction. David with his loyal followers had left Jerusalem by the Jericho road. The Jericho road led through the northern part of the wilder

MY SOUL IS SATISFIED--PSALM 63 Introduction: The Writer and Occasion is stated in the Superscription It says “A Psalm of David when he was in the wilderness of Judah.” This Psalm, like chapter 62 probably belongs to the time of Absolom’s rebellion. There are several reasons why this is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Mother's Day Message

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on May 8, 2006

This is a mothers day sermon that gives special tribute and honor to God’s special women, MOTHERS.

Honoring Mothers Scripture Reference: Psalm 127: 1-5 ’Except the LORD build the house, they labor in vain that build it.Except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain. It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows, for so he giveth his beloved ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Let The Spirit Of God Infuse You With Love

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 25, 2005

If only we could make the world believe that we loved them, there would be fewer empty churches, and a smaller proportion of our population who never darken a church door. Let love replace duty in our church relations, and the world will soon be evangeliz

Let the Spirit of God Infuse You With Love (I Cor 13:4-8) We all need a fresh infusion of God’s love for without it we become apathetic, angry and self-absorbed. We live in a world that is crying out for love, acceptance and any measure of kindness. Illustration: A Great Motivator Love reaches ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding God In Narnia: Meet The Cast - Mr. & Mrs. Beaver Series

Contributed by Marty Boller on Nov 8, 2005

#3 of 8 Narnia teachings. Geared to help you draw out and apply the powerful scriptural truths found in C.S. Lewis’ classic: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe.

So…are you enjoying our journey through Narnia thus far? Last week Sandy, our Narnia tour guide, gave us a brief overview of the land of Narnia. As you may be learning, Narnia is a far & distant land. First imagined in the mind of CS Lewis, it has now been visited by millions of readers since ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Best Downloads For The Ipod Of Life Part 1

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 3, 2005

When we truly love God our entire being is focused on giving ourselves to Him.

The Best Downloads for the iPod of Life Pt. 1 Matthew 22:35-40 Sept. 25, 2005 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: One of them, a lawyer, asked Him a question, testing Him, 36 "Teacher, which is the great commandment in the Law?" 37 And He said ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:35-40

Denomination: Baptist

Eye Witness News 4 - Bethlehem (Advent 4, 2009) Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Jan 2, 2010

This series approaches the Christmas Story by examining the lives of those present from a very historical perspective. This is week four focusing on the little town of Bethlehem.

Luke 2:1-7 NIV In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2 (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3 And everyone went to his own town to register. 4 So Joseph also went up from the town of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Real Jesus

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 30, 2010

The greatest need we have is to see Jesus for who He really is!

Intro: 1. There is an old TV show called To Tell the Truth, three mystery guests were presented to a panel who asked questions to find out who among them, was the real person they were all claiming to be. Two of them were obviously imposters. Finally at the very end they would say, “Will the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1

Denomination: Baptist