Sermons on shortcoming:

Intimate Value Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 6, 2014

The only thing with lasting value is a personal, intimate relationship with Jesus Christ, and the most important aspect of our lives is fostering that relationship.

Intimate Value Text: Phil. 3:1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Everything in this world has two aspects - how it looks at the moment, and how it will look in the time to come. The easy way may look inviting at the moment, and the hard way daunting. 

The only way to get our values ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Treasures In Earthen Vessels

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Sep 1, 2014

The reason why God brought us to this earth is because He has a special assignment for us. To fulfill your purpose; to carry out the assignment or the role God has for you, He has put certain treasures in you.

Introduction GOD WANTS TO USE YOU The Bible in Ephesians 2:10 tells us that God has prepared in advance good works He wants us to do. What this means is that even before we were born, God had in mind a work, an assignment, a role for every one of us which He brought us to this earth to fulfill. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7, 2 Corinthians 2:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Enoch And Elijah The Two Witnesses

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 29, 2015

To show the two lampstands/olive trees that stands before the LORD GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you know the two witnesses? Yes. bible is pointing to Enoch and Elijah II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the two lampstands/olive trees that stands before the LORD GOD. IV. TEXT: Revelation 11:4 (Amplified Bible) These [witnesses] are the two olive ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Samson And His Mid-Life Crisis Series

Contributed by Rev. Clarence Eisberg on Oct 27, 2015

The amazing thing about the story of Samson and Delilah is that it comes at the height of his career. The key to the story is found in the last verse of Judges 15. “Now Samson led Israel for twenty years in the days of the Philistines.” (15:20)

“Samson and His Mid-Life Crisis” The story of Samson and Delilah, found in Judges 16, is the story of a man who having reached the pinnacle of his career and having accomplished everything a man would want to accomplish, in one sudden, violent turn went from the top right down to the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Cultivating Christian Love Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 3, 2014

This summation section delineates how Christians ought to live so that they will be enabled to love the life they live. In order to love the life we live Peter gives us a pattern for Christian conduct. These graces of beauty & duty are the concern of eve

1 PETER 3: 8-12 [Renewing Hope Series] CULTIVATING CHRISTIAN LOVE [Psalm 34 / Romans 12:17-21] In this summation section before us, the Bible delineates how Christians ought to live so that they will be enabled to love the life they live (v.10) (CIT). In order to love the life we live Peter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of Mary

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 26, 2013

Mary's song reveals that a humble Savior delights in working through a humble servant.

This year, two radio stations in central New York switched over to their all Christmas music formats in early October. By the first part of November, many other radio stations across the country had also followed their lead and began playing Christmas music 24 hours a day. Now, like many of you, I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Easter Gifts

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 13, 2017

In our passage Jesus passes out some wonderful Easter Gifts - 1. Peace 2. Assurance 3. Commission 4. Holy Spirit 5. Ability to Heal and Forgive

Scripture: John 20:19-29 (cf. 19-23); 1 Peter 1:3-9 and Call to Worship (Psalm 16) Theme: Jesus' Easter Gifts In our passage Jesus passes out some wonderful Easter Gifts - 1. Peace 2. Assurance 3. Commission 4. Holy Spirit 5. Ability to Heal and Forgive INTRO: Grace and peace from ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31, Psalm 16:1-11, 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Is Everything Alright?

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 15, 2016

Many People Have Had Divine Opportunities That They Have Blown. Either they did not realize the significance of what they had or they knew but took it for granted. Gehazi the servant of Elisha is one of such examples. He trampled on a divine opportunity.

IS EVERYTHING ALRIGHT? 2 KINGS 5:14-27: 14 So he (Naaman) went down and dipped himself in the Jordan seven times, as the man of God had told him, and his flesh was restored and became clean like that of a young boy. 15 Then Naaman and all his attendants went back to the man of God. He stood before ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:14-27

Denomination: Charismatic

Confidence For Worship Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 14, 2017

Our acceptance before God in worship is based on the sacrifice Jesus made at Calvary in our behalf. While we daily seek to please God in all we do, our confidence before God is in the cross.

3.12.17 Intro I thought I was finished with our series on worship. But this week the Lord has dealt with me about something that is essential for entering into the fullness of worship that we have talked about. As you recall, in the last message we saw worship as more than a one-way declaration of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:8-22, Hebrews 9:11-13, Hebrews 10:19-22, Exodus 30:17-21, Psalm 24:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

When Kingdoms Collide: God Or Government? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

A good ambassador doesn’t hide out at the embassy and study the U.S. Constitution; he goes out into his assigned country and meets with its citizens. He delivers the message from his boss.

INTRODUCTION In our country we have hundreds of courts where thousands of lawyers are asking questions of witnesses. Most of them are pretty sharp characters. But in every one of these courts, there is a court reporter taking down everything being said. Because of that we have a record of some ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Such Is Life

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 29, 2016

Dr. Tow looks at Jacob's journey in Genesis 35 and offers some comparisons as we encounter conflict, loss and much more in our own journeys.

Such Is Life 06-21-15 (www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) Life is a journey; for every one of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-29

Denomination: Charismatic

Traveling Songs With The Lord

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Mar 8, 2016

A message centered on Psalms 126 It is a song that has three major movements - a. Verses 1-2 Praise the LORD for all He has done b. Verse 3 - praise the LORD here and now c. Verses 4 - 6 challenges us to create a world of joy and fruitfulness

Scripture: Psalms 126; Isaiah 43:16-21 and John 12:1-8 (Lent Five) A message centered on Psalms 126 It is a song that has three major movements - a. Verses 1-2 remind us to praise the LORD for all He has done for us b. Verse 3 reminds us to praise the LORD in the here and now c. Verses ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

Building A Winning Team Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 22, 2016

God's blueprint for His church includes something that makes no sense. God builds His church with losers. The rejects of society. The people no one else wants. Why would He do it that way?

OPEN: In the first part of the 1900s, New York City had two major league baseball teams. One was called the New York Yankees (obviously) But in the early 1900’s what was the name of the other team? (NY Giants) In 1957, the Giants decided they liked the climate better in San Francisco… ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Freedom's Restoration Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 16, 2017

If we as a church want to be known as a place of healing for broken people, we restore them spiritually, gently, humbly, and lovingly.

Tell me: If you were caught for drunken driving, and the headlines in the Lyons News said, “So-and-so Arrested for Drunken Driving,” would you go to church the next Sunday? Most people would say, “No,” because they’d be too embarrassed to face their Christian friends. But why not go to church ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical Free

He Knows Me Series

Contributed by Adam Weber on Mar 17, 2017

It is easy to get caught up in the pressure of striving to please others, but our lives are actually meant to be lived in worship of God, not seeking the approval of man. In Christ we are fully known and fully loved, something no one else could ever offer

Well… I just wanna welcome everyone here to Embrace… Whether you’re in Tea… or at St. Croix… Whether you’re… in Downtown Sioux Falls… or at Sertoma. Whether you’re in Salem, South Dakota… or at the McCrosson Boys Ranch. Whether you’re at 57th Street… ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24