Sermons on Shines:

Win The War, Not The Battle Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 20, 2007

Saul, Pt. 3

WIN THE WAR, NOT THE BATTLE (1 SAMUEL 13:5-15) There are many tests in life: death of loved ones, getting the pink slip and losing a stable job, to name the most stressful. One of the most stressful periods of my life was when I returned to full-time continuing theological education. My savings ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:5-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Servant Teaches Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 8, 2010

Jesus teaches about what it means to be a disciple.

SERIES: WALKING WITH JESUS (Series adapted from Wiersbe’s Bible Exposition Commentary) “THE SERVANT TEACHES” MARK 3:13-4:34 OPEN When we started this series several weeks ago, we noted that Mark’s emphasis was on what Jesus did – the work résumé of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming A Timex Christian Servant Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 22, 2010

In this sermon, we discover what kept the apostle Paul ticking even though he took a licking. Four "f"s kept him going - foundation, force, faith, and focus.

Introduction: A. I like the story told of the boxer who went to his corner after getting knocked down in the first round. 1. His trainer patted him on the back and said, “Great round. Now go back out there and get him. He hasn’t laid a glove on you.” 2. The boxer was a little confused by that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living For The Pleasure Of God Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jun 5, 2009

Philippians 2:12-16. What does it mean to work out your salvation? Find the answer in the words of the Apostle Paul.

AGAIN I SAY REJOICE LIVING FOR THE PLEASURE OF GOD PHILIPPIANS 2:12-16 INTRODUCTION - I mentioned during one of our looks at Philippians Chapter 1 that I have a general dislike of clichés. But I’m going to begin our look at Scripture this morning with a question that has been elevated, in my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

"Being Fishers Of Men”

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 29, 2009

In Jesus’ invitation to “Follow Me, and I will make you become fishers of men.” we find that there is one command, one promise and a lifelong process.

“Being Fishers of Men” Mark 1:17 Today’s message is about Jesus’ invitation to become fishers of men.I love to fish! Anyone who has fished with me will tell you I am not a very good fisherman, but I still love to fish. I also love fish ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:17

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Everywhere

Contributed by David Flowers on Jul 3, 2009

What is God’s Kingdom? How do we identify it? This one-off message (departing from the Waking the Dead series) examines the Kingdom of God.

Kingdom Everywhere Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers April 24, 2009 If you read the gospels, you will see that Jesus was constantly referring to the Kingdom of God, or – in Matthew – the Kingdom of Heaven. Jesus spoke of this kingdom as an actual thing. You don’t need a preacher to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:18-21

Denomination: Free Methodist

Breakthrough Spirituality Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 17, 2009

Have you ever felt like a spiritual hypocrite? Good news… Jesus understands… and he came not to condemn us… but to call us out… from outward religion to real life and relationship with God.

Breakthrough Spirituality Brad Bailey – February 25, 2007 (Much of the ‘commentary’ notes used in prep for this message are from or adapted from Don Williams, KingdomRain website study on Gospel of Mark Such commentary was never read but merely serves as ideas that were drawn on and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ's Power Dwells On The Weak

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jul 22, 2009

So often our lives seem weak and frail. Has God failed us? Not at all! Through the Apostle Paul, learn of God’s power and grace that is at work for you. Parts: A. Lord Jesus, use my weakness for your sake. B. Lord Jesus, your grace never falls short.

Text: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 Theme: Christ’s Power Dwells on the Weak A. Lord Jesus, use my weakness for your sake B. Lord Jesus, your grace never falls short Season: Pentecost 7b Date: July 19, 2009 Web page: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Beneath His Wings Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 26, 2010

Part 3 focuses on how we spread our wings to bring others to Christ.

Beneath His Wings Part 3 Scriptures: Philippians 2:5-8; Matthew Chapters 5, 6, 7 Introduction: This is part three of my series “Beneath His Wings.” In part one I focused on how as Christians we are under the wings of Christ. Our foundational Scripture came from Psalm 91 where the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Undeniable Mark Of A Champion

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 9, 2010

What separates mediocre performance from championship performance? Where do we get our endurance? The secret is in the Power Source!!!

The Undeniable Mark of a Champion 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 1Therefore, since we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we do not lose heart. 2But we have renounced the hidden things of shame, not walking in craftiness nor handling the word of God deceitfully, but by manifestation of the truth ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Save Us...we Have The Victory

Contributed by Richard Francis on May 10, 2009

Still fear the credit crunch, redundancy, illness, rejection, pain all these things might come, but through the storm through it all remember God is Good, God will not forsake you and leave you and Jesus has paid the price, the Victory is yours, its fact

Verse 1 - 4; This is a celebration song of victory so let Gods word stir up a victory dance in your heart today It is done we have won the followers of Christ should be singing and celebrating, yes even in these times of gloom, especially in these times for what is it to us? Give thanks to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord, My King Series

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Jun 2, 2009

The absolute supremacy of Christ means we are safe in his arms.

We all like to feel safe and secure. When I was a young lad, I had this dream that has stayed with me for 45 years. I dreamt about a large house with a flight of external stairs. For some reason I was scared, I couldn’t work out why. Then I felt compelled to climb the flight of stairs—step by scary ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Giving Glory To God Series

Contributed by Eric Lenhart on Aug 12, 2010

Glorifying God with our lives.

Giving Glory to God (Acts 3:1-10) Introduction: “A newspaper ad read: ‘Lost – One Dog. Brown hair with several bald spots. Right leg broken due to auto accident. Rear left hip hurt. Right eye missing. Left ear bitten off in a dog fight. Answers to the name, ‘Lucky’” (Michael Hodgin, 1001 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Praise God Part 1 Series

Contributed by Matt Keller on Sep 10, 2010

This series is entitled “discovering our treasure in Christ” because I’m convinced that very few Christians actually realize who we are in Christ and what God has given to us through His precious Son. Every Christian possesses a vast amount of spiritual

This series is entitled “discovering our treasure in Christ” because I’m convinced that very few Christians actually realize who we are in Christ and what God has given to us through His precious Son. Every Christian possesses a vast amount of spiritual riches, yet we live like ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Study In Revelation 12 A Picture Of Things To Come Series

Contributed by James Lee on Oct 23, 2009

Study of Revelation, using "the Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible" as a guide. Includes work sheet for participants. boxes & underlined blanks may be missing

STUDY IN REVELATION 12 The Picture of Things to Come Revelation 4: 1-11 In Rev. 1: 19 Jesus told John to “write what you’ve seen, about the things that are, and what is to come.: So far we have looked at what he has seen (the vision of the glorified Christ). We have looked at that which is, (the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist