Sermons on Shine Before Men:

How Great Is Our God (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jul 2, 2012

How great is our God? This four-sermon series is all about the greatness and glory of our God! In part 3, this topical sermon highlight three "weaknesses" of God that make him even greater!

HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD (PART 3) Scott R. Bayles, preacher Blooming Grove Christian Church: 4/29/2012 In Chris Tomlin’s contemporary hymn, How Great is Our God, the second verse begins, “Age to age he stands and time is in his hands…” Don’t you wish that were true for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:25

Denomination: Christian Church

It's All Or Nothing

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 3, 2011

If you were going on vacation would you be satisfied with getting halfway there? If you left a job half finished do you think your boss would be satisfied? If you gave it 50% would you be considered a real team player? Going halfway, giving it 50% doesn’t

It’s All or Nothing INTRODUCTION: If you were going on vacation would you be satisfied with getting halfway there? If you left a job half finished do you think your boss would be satisfied? If you gave it 50% would you be considered a real team player? Going halfway, giving it 50% ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ's Prayer For The Church

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 6, 2011

The importance of unity within the church and other churches and denominations.

We had an interesting situation last Sunday. A person from another church visited us. But this person was not here to enjoy our fellowship, rather they came to convey a message and convert us. This person handed out papers stating that a certain denomination was the only true church, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Broken Speech

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 11, 2011

God doesn't simply forbid swearing falsely, he forbids speaking falsely, which grows out of living falsely.

I’ve been racking my brains all week to find a lead-in to this week’s commandment without referring to politics. But I keep coming back to it like a moth to a candle. At least we’re no longer right in the middle of actual accusations of perjury... but the question of truth vs. ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Present Perfect

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 11, 2011

Our behavior should reflect our relationship with the perfect God, rather than our relationships with imperfect people.

Once upon a time, long long ago, in a galaxy far far away, that passage from Matthew changed my life. Well, it wasn’t another galaxy, exactly, but it was certainly another world. And it certainly feels like a longtime ago. I started working for the Pillsbury Company over 30 years ago. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sower And The Seed Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Jun 13, 2011

Parable of the sower and the seed, what soil are you?

The Sower and His Seed We are back in our series through the Gospel of Luke after taking a few weeks off to do some spiritual remodeling. This series was originally designed to go through the end of the year but recently I realized that would require skipping over a lot of really good material, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: *other

On Fire

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Jun 15, 2011

The Spirit of God lit the church on fire by baptizing them with fire from above. God gave the church power to extraordinary things; and they impacted the world for all time.

INTRO I read an interesting story from last summer I thought would be a great lead-in for this morning’s, message. The article’s title reads, “Fireworks Blamed for Church Fire.” The story begins, “Fireworks were blamed for a fire that tore through a church in Brush ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Something In Your Eye Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jun 17, 2011

How do we relate to people who are outside our church group? It is easy to judge and keep away - but Jesus calls us to a different attitude. We are to be those who keep building relationships no matter what.

Message What comes to mind when you look at these pictures? (Show a series of photos which would cause people to make some sort of judgement) Ok, keep whatever thoughts you have in mind and let’s read our Scripture passage. Read Matthew 7:1-12 That’s a crunch-time passage isn’t it. Do not judge ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Best Offense Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 26, 2011

As terrifying as the monsters are that beset the faithful, God has given us an impregnable defense.

Are any of you wondering how on earth I am going to get from an army of invading locusts to Mother’s Day? I asked a colleague that question while I was up in NY last week at a conference on domestic violence, and she said, “That’s easy. It’s when your teenage boys bring ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 9:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Liberals Unmasked

Contributed by Jb Hall on Jul 1, 2011

This sermon explains the origin, nature, and purpose of modern day liberals.

Liberals Unmasked Romans 1:18 – 32 Preached by: JB Hall Introduction: Today, politics deeply divides Americans; and with the media so fascinated with the centers of power (not only wanting to report on them, but to help shape the political landscape), the debate over liberal vs. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

Healing, "God’s Delivered Promise"

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jul 12, 2011

When someone doesnt believe, that God is still in the Healing Business Today, it diminishes what Jesus did that day on the cross! Has anyone ever seen, The Passion of the Christ. Is there any doubt, as to whether Jesus did enough?

Healing, Gods Delivered Promise! When Jesus died on the cross, it accomplished many things for us as believers, it opened the door to eternity for us. When we accepted Jesus as our Lord and Savior, we became entitled to every benefit, His finished worked on the Cross brought with it! That God ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Friend Day

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Jul 20, 2011

To share the importance friends.

Everyone needs friends. What is a friend? Friends are people with whom you dare to be yourself. Your soul can be naked with them. They ask you to put on nothing, only to be what you are. They do not want you to be better or worse. When you are with them, you feel as a prisoner feels who has been ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:10

Denomination: Other

When God Doesn’t Make Sense

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 20, 2012

There are some Biblical realities that we need to come to grips that will help us answer the question of where is God when life hurts?

Last Sunday I received a phone call from a man wanting to test drive our 2002 Ford Excursion that we had for sell. It was parked in Augusta and I told the man that I could meet him in about 15 -20 minutes. I met the man and he seemed like a really nice fella that wanted to surprise his wife with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10, Romans 7:6

Denomination: Other

Fan, Follower Or Disciple?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 23, 2012

What are you? Fan, Follower or Disciple! The cost of being a disciple is very high so are the stakes. If you are so, then for starters are you being Christ’s hands, feet, ears and hands? Are you …?

Opening illustration: Watch a video clip on Follower or Disciple. Introduction: In Luke 9: 23 it says, “If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself, take up his cross daily, and follow me.” I think many of you will usher this word, because you are ready to move to a different level of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Understand

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Mar 23, 2012

The three words "I Am Thirsty" speak volumes to us today.

I Understand John 19:28-29 Intro: Easter is almost here. Two more weeks and it will be upon us. We have spent the last several weeks looking at the cross of Jesus and the last words of our Savior on that cross. This morning we are going to look at the shortest saying as they are called. . I want ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Baptist