Sermons on Serving The Lord In Obscurity:

A Picture Of Pride Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 17, 2012

This sermon from Daniel chapter 4 deals with King Nebuchadnezzar's dream about a tall tree and his pride which caused the dream to be fulfilled.

DANIEL 4, A Picture of Pride CHCC: October 7, 2012 INTRODUCTION: The last couple of weeks we’ve been learning about King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon from Daniel chapters 2 and 3. Now we’re finishing up the story of this King in Daniel chapter 4. King Nebuchadnezzar had developed ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Meat And Potato Christians

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Oct 27, 2012

The writer of Hebrews tells us that we must move beyond the basics of salvation in order to become mature Christians.

Intro: On his sixteenth birthday a son approached his father and said, "Dad, I’m sixteen now. When I get my license, can I drive the family car?" His dad looked at him and said, "Son, driving the car takes maturity, and first, you must prove that you are responsible enough. And one way you ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Our Joy And Our Crown Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 29, 2012

People, connection, joy, reward

OUR JOY AND CROWN 1 Thess 2:13 -20 (p835) October 21, 2012 Deacon’s Sunday INTRODUCTION: As I prepared for this Sunday I did as I usually do…I read the text, reread it, usually in The Message translation…and then I prayed for spiritual insight and read it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Framed - Pt. 1 - Mind Games Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 1, 2012

You are shaped by these forces. They determine your outlook, actions, and habits. Are you framed correctly?

Framed Pt. 1 – Mind Games There are many influences that have bearing on who you are. Your environment. Your education. The region in which you were raised. However, I believe that when it comes to defining you and determining the type of individual you will be there are a couple of factors ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Fire And The Calf

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 7, 2012

God told Joshua the reason He would not answer their prayers or protect Israel was because "there is sin in the camp". I believe that is true for the church and Christians today. If you're afraid to preach sin... don't look at this one.

Sin in the Camp Joshua 7 Today I want to talk to you about something very serious… sin in the camp. I believe this is one of the biggest problems in the world today... sin in the camp.... Sin in God’s people I think most Christians do not take this very seriously because they say to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

"The Bridge To The Future" Series

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 5, 2012

A sermon about meaning found in God's love, God's future.

1 Corinthians 13:1-13 “What Gives Life Meaning?: The Bridge to the Future” Last year an article in USA Today analyzed a surge in a group of Americans whom they termed the “spiritually apathetic.” They aren’t atheists. Instead, according to the article, “They ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

A Prostitute And An Unbeliever Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 12, 2012

Courage, redemption, providence

AMAZING BITHS A Prostitute and an Unbeliever Matt 1:5 (P 681) December 9, 2012 INTRODUCTION: Have any of you seen those “ancestry.com” commercials. I love this one that features Santa Clause. (Show video) Maybe some of you have great stories about famous ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 14, 2012

We have an AWESOME gift we should praise God for everyday.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • What are you hoping to receive for Christmas? The time is almost at hand. • Remember the movie, “A Christmas Story”? Ralphie always wanted his Red Ryder BB gun. • SLIDE #2 • Ralphie got what he had always wanted. • There are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Debt Trap Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 12, 2012

All of us at one time or another have taken on excessive, unnecessary debt. As a result we are caught in a trap that is very difficult to escape. This message shows us a way out.

“Escaping the Debt Trap” 1st Timothy 6:6-10 This morning I want to begin with a question…in fact several questions. First of all where do you go when you need financial advice? Who do you talk to when your finances are in trouble? The 3rd question I want you to answer by a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Boundaries Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 12, 2012

Sex is not just physical. It is also emotional..In fact it is spiritual. It’s much more than a physical thing. And when we cross certain lines in our desire for intimacy, our sexuality there are things we can carry with us for the rest of our lives.

Flee Baby Flee! 1st Corinthians 6:18-20 If there is one message Hollywood has successfully sold to the public it is this… if you are going to market a product … if you want to raise the image of your company or raise your personal self image… if you want to be successful then ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Escaping The Debt Trap Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 6, 2012

Did you know…  The average family in America carries 9312.00 in credit card debt.  17% of families in America do not have enough money to be able to go just 7 days without a paycheck.  6 out of 10 people will retire with less

“Escaping the Debt Trap” 1st Timothy 6:6-10 This morning I want to begin with a question…in fact several questions. First of all where do you go when you need financial advice? Who do you talk to when your finances are in trouble? The 3rd question I want you to answer by a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Harry J. Colegrove on Sep 7, 2012

Lessons learned from the Baptism of Jesus wrapping up with a brief lesson on the Baptism in the Holy Spirit

Gospel of Luke 3:21, 22 We are in a message series on the Gospel of Luke The word “gospel” literally means “good news” So, you could say that this series is about “The good news of Luke” What exactly is this good news? Simply put, it’s the life story of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:21-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Come And See #1: Jesus Is... The Word Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 23, 2012

In the Gospel of John, we are invited to “come and see” what Jesus is like. John reveals Jesus to us through His seven “I am” claims, seven miracles, and seven sermons.

COME AND SEE #1: JESUS IS… THE WORD JOKE: A hunter walking through the jungle found a huge dead elephant with a pigmy standing beside it. Amazed, he asked: "Did you kill that?" The pigmy said, "Yes." The hunter asked, "How could a little guy like you kill a huge beast like that?" "I killed ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: *other

Give And Get - Modern Family - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 9, 2012

We are a long ways from the days of “Leave it to Beaver” and “The Brady Bunch”! What does God have to say to the “Modern Family”?

Modern Family Pt. 1 – Give and Get I hate to be the bearer of bad news but “Leave it to Beaver” has left, Mayberry is a distant memory, and the Waltons have said, “goodnight!” The day we live is different. The climate has changed. This modern age has impacted and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Woman Who Nursed A Grudge Series

Contributed by Steven Angus on May 20, 2013

Third sermon in series studying characters involved in the beheading of John the Baptist. This sermon looks at Herodious and the effects of bearing a grudge.

Herodias: The Woman Who Nursed a Grudge Psalm 14:1-7; Ephesians 3:14-21; Mark 6:14-19 (NIV) Tragically, the names Aurora, Colorado, James Holmes, and Batman will always be connected. Slightly over a week ago, James Holmes age 24 went on a shooting rampage in a movie theater leaving 12 dead and 58 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: United Methodist