Sermons on Seven Vials:

Kinsman Redeemer Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002

Part 4 of 4 of the series, Ruth: A Woman of Faith. The Old Testament practice of a kinsman redeemer is a wonderful type of our Redeemer, Jesus Christ! 

KINSMEN REDEEMER Ruth 4 Read at the beginning of the service: Ephesians 1:7 (NIV) 7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace INTRODUCTION Today we conclude our series on the book of Ruth (give a recap of what we’ve talked ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22, Ephesians 1:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Saturday Is Not The End

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Apr 13, 2001

What a horrible Saturday Jesus’ disciples had, not understanding that Sunday, and His resurrection, were just ahead!

Saturday is not the End April 14, 2001 Saturday can be quite an ‘in between day’ for people. As they live their lives, it’s the day between the end of the five-day working week, and Sunday- the real day off. It’s often the day for errands to be done and for catching up on everything that wasn’t ...read more

Scripture: John 11:21-26, Matthew 28:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Faith In His Children

Contributed by James May on May 30, 2001

God has more faith in us than we have in ourselves and He allows Satan to test us to prove that God’s faith in us is justified.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Restoring The Spirit Of Adventure

Contributed by John Long on May 20, 2003

God is working in this church, not because we’re special people, but because we’ve chose to be obedient to His call. That’s our choice. I invite you to become a total part of this family of faith and move ahead with us. We don’t know what the future holds

Restoring the Spirit of Adventure Genesis 6:1-8 and 22 (John 10:10, Hebrews 11) One of our church members shared with me at one time and she said “I am 100%+ in favor of TIBC moving forward. I have been gravely concerned for several years about the way we have seemed to move only on those projects ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8, John 10:10

Denomination: Baptist

Behold, I Am Coming Soon! Series

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 5, 2003

EASTER 7(C) - Believers are reminded that Jesus is coming soon which means we are to prepare now and welcome Him soon.

BEHOLD, I AM COMING SOON! REVELATION 22:12—17, 20 JUNE 1, 2003 REVELATION 22:12-17,20 12"Behold, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to everyone according to what he has done. 13I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:12-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Investing For Eternity

Contributed by David Limiero on Jul 30, 2002

The Dow is Down! What would have happened if your had invested in the "Naperville Christian Church Spiritual Index" instead? A fun stewardship message that focuses on the value of eternal investments.

Investing for Eternity Naperville Christian Church David Limiero, Lead Minister July 28, 2002 *How Are Your Investments Doing? (Part 1)* Remember the old hymn "All to Jesus I Surrender"? (sing/speak the words of verse 1) Well I’ve taken the liberty to re-write the words from the standpoint of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Reassurance During Troubled Times Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Aug 24, 2002

We will see God reassure Moses during our walk through the end of Chapter 5 and throughout most of Chapter 6 of Exodus. God also will call Moses as HE calls you and I to reassure those around us and to call them to God’s will.

God’s Reassurance During Troubled Times God reassures us we are in HIS will God calls us to reassure those around us DBF Sunday Sermon, 8/25/02 You know it is good to be back. We went upriver for 5 days to get much needed meat for living in Bristol Bay. It was a glorious time of fellowship with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Someone's Knocking

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 8, 2002

When we read Rev. 3:20 we need to ask: 1. To whom is he speaking? 2. What is his purpose? 3. What should be our response?

I recently finished reading Dallas Willard’s book The Spirit of the Disciplines: Understanding How God Changes Lives. Willard is the kind of writer that leaves you saying, "That makes so much sense." But I was struck by an illustration he used toward the end of the book regarding William Holman ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Methodist

Lord's Prayer 3 Series

Contributed by Steve Gladwell on Sep 8, 2002

Looking at why we should forgive.

Lord’s Prayer 3 Forgive us our sins as we forgive others Which came first, the chicken or the egg? People have been debating that question for years and as far as I know, they have still failed to come up with an answer to it. Fortunately, as we look at the subject of forgiveness today, we are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Paul, The Pastor (His Farewell Address) Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003

Modern church leaders have often neglected the duties of overseeing the spiritual welfare of individuals and families. Sadly, biblical pastoral oversight is set aside for more promising programs. Instead, programs, facilities, and finances are impersonall

INTRODUCTION Savage Wolves: PT BARNUM - THE CIRCUS SHOWMAN - He delighted in showing an exhibit: THE HAPPY FAMILY - Lions, Tigers, and a little lamb. One asked if they had problems, Barnum said “Aside from replacing the lamb from time to time, there’s no problem.” We all know that there are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:16-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Lessons Learned From The Storm" Series

Contributed by Tim Bond on Apr 30, 2003

God allows storms in our life so that we can experience the power and the presence of Christ.

One of my favorite stories is about Chippie the parakeet. Chippie was a happy little bird, content every day to sit on his perch, swinging and singing to his little heart’s content. One day Chippie’s owner took the initiative to clean out his cage. She took off the attachment from the end of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An End To Childish Ways Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 4, 2003

(For Senior Adult Sunday) Children ask for things for themselves, think in limited terms, and believe they can escape responsbility. Mature people think in terms of love.

“If I have prophetic powers, and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing. If I give away all my possessions, and if I hand over my body so that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.” And if I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Power Over Life's Storms

Contributed by Tim Bond on Feb 4, 2002

God allows storms in our life so that we can experience the power and the presence of Christ.

One of my favorite stories is about Chippie the parakeet. Chippie was a happy little bird, content every day to sit on his perch, swinging and singing to his little heart’s content. One day Chippie’s owner took the initiative to clean out his cage. She took off the attachment from the end of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"God Provides.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Feb 23, 2002

March 3, 2002 -- THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT Exodus 17:1-7 Psalm 95 Let us shout for joy to the rock of our salvation. (Ps. 95:1) Romans 5:1-11 John 4:5-42 Title: “God provides.”

March 3, 2002 -- THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT Exodus 17:1-7 Psalm 95 Let us shout for joy to the rock of our salvation. (Ps. 95:1) Romans 5:1-11 John 4:5-42 Title: “God provides.” This story of the miraculous provision of water in the midst of the desert follows on a similar story of the miraculous ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

"Presence And Awareness Are The Twin Keys To Blessing, Righteousness And Pe

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 18, 2001

Year A. 4th Sunday of Advent Psalm 24 December 23, 2001 Title: “Presence and awareness are the twin keys to blessing, righteousness and peace.”

Year A. 4th Sunday of Advent Psalm 24 December 23, 2001 Title: “Presence and awareness are the twin keys to blessing, righteousness and peace.” The Ark of the Covenant, said to have been built by Bezalel for Moses in the desert of Sinai according to Exodus 37: 1-9, symbolized God’s presence in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran