Sermons on Should Be Forgiven:

Practical Work Ethic Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Jan 10, 2007

Paul moves from the words of encouragement to Timothy in Chapter 1 to words of wisdom in a credible work ethic that all Christians should strive to maintain.

Practical Work Ethic 2 Timothy 2:1-26 I. Work’s Zeal (v. 1-7) a. Enduring Hardship (v. 3-4; 2 Corinthians 4:10) b. Maintaining Integrity (v. 5; 1 Corinthians 9:25-27) c. Brings “first” fruits (v. 6) II. Work’s Motivation (v. 8-13) a. Jesus is alive (v. 8) b. God’s Word is active (v. 9; Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Our Obstacles Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Jan 31, 2007

Part three in the expository series from Joshua. The focus is crossing the Jordan and the example we should follow when facing the same barriers in life.

THE CANAAN CONQUEST – PART THREE OVERCOMING OUR OBSTACLES: FACING OUR JORDAN Joshua 3:1-6; 14-17 - ©Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2007) Introduction: Because of their unbelief, Israel was sentenced to wander in the wilderness for 40 years. Those years have now expired and the children of Israel are ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Responsibilities Of Children In The Family Setting Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on May 30, 2007

Children need to be instructed on their resposibilities within the family. This message is designed to help both parents and children to know how children should interact with parents.

THE BIBLICAL FAMILY: The Responsibilities of Children Ephesians 6:1-3 & Colossians 3:20 INTRODUCTION A. You know, God pretty well has this old world figured out. 1. The Bible says, “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” 2. If we were to continue to read through the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3, Deuteronomy 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Dream On!

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jun 12, 2007

Are dreams more than just wishful thinking? Can God use our dreams? Here’s some dreamers we should ask!

Dream On! Ephesians 3:20-21 Ephesians 3:20-21 20 Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. (NIV) What good ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20-21

Denomination: Church Of God

What Are You Looking At ? Series

Contributed by Randall Lavere Ii on Oct 20, 2006

2nd in a series of 2. Rather than focus on the problems of life, we should look unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith.

What are you looking at? Hebrews 12:1-3 Continue dialogue from Zaccheus. He rose above the rest of the crowd, and made the extra effort to see Jesus passing through. We talked about getting into position to receive the blessings from God, and how the timing in life is everything. (Marvin & ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Charismatic

Making Every Relationship A Team Effort Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Nov 9, 2006

Series based on The DNA of Relationships by Dr. Gary Smalley. Every relationship should be a team effort. Every person’s opinion needs to be valued.

MAKING EVERY RELATIONSHIP A TEAM EFFORT A. Today is the conclusion of our series of lessons on The DNA of Relationships based on the book by Dr. Gary Smalley. Today’s lesson is on Making Every Relationship a Team Effort. ILLUSTRATION: A man had been feeling SLUGGISH and rather SICKLY. After ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shepherding The Flock Of God Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 9, 2007

1) What are the issues in shepherding? 2) Who must be shepherded? 3) How must shepherding be done? 4) Why should shepherds serve?

According to several confirmed sources across denominational lines: Today: in regards to: Pastors: -Fifteen hundred pastors leave the ministry each month due to moral failure, spiritual burnout or contention in their churches. -Four thousand new churches begin each year, but over seven thousand ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Other

What Is Precious To God

Contributed by Mark Baker on Jul 2, 2007

God highly esteems our faith, it is precious and valuable to Him, so if it is precious and valuable to Him we should consider it precious and valuable as well.

We often look at things a certain way, or we may form opinions based on our own experiences. But we must know and realize God knows all things and looks at things differently than we do. He has all knowledge and the wisdom to properly use that knowledge. The things He considers important we may ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Creed

Contributed by Tony Grant on Nov 10, 2005

My creed is that which I love. The Apostle Peter tells us that our creed should affirm that God sent Jesus for our salvation.

Creed April 3, 2005 • Acts 2: 22-32 22 "You that are Israelites, listen to what I have to say: Jesus of Nazareth, a man attested to you by God with deeds of power, wonders, and signs that God did through him among you, as you yourselves know-- 23 this man, handed over to you according to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Secret Ingredient Series

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Mar 19, 2006

God’s mission without God’s methods is a recipie for disaster. Note: You should have a Hershey’s chocolate bar for this sermon.

Milton Hershey started out by learning to be a printer. He lived just north of Lancaster, PA, and worked on a German paper. But soon, he realized how much he hated the work. So one day, he threw his straw hat into the press, and promptly got himself fired. And so, needing a job, his mother got ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:11-22

Denomination: Baptist

Godly Leadership

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 23, 2006

Crisis had hit the church. This Gentile thing was getting out of control. Soon the church would be swarming with these "foreigners." What should we do?

Passage: Acts 11:1-18 Intro: In 1972, I had the opportunity to stand in front of the Berlin Wall PP Berlin Wall 1. This wall separated the people of West Berlin from the rest of East Germany, which was communist. 2. this piece of barbed wire is from that wall (I picked it up in 1972 PP ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Good Manners And Right Conduct

Contributed by Rogelio Dy Cezar on Aug 31, 2006

So Christian should observe good manners and right conduct wherever we are, so that people will know that we are indeed children of God.

Text: 1 Timothy 4: 11-12 INTRODUCTION: 1. All Christians are obliged to teach good manners and right conduct to all believers as commanded. (v. 11) 2. Christians must be good examples worthy to be imitated by all men. 3. In short, Christians should act as models in society. 4. That is why Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:11-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Discovering Your Spiritual Gifts Part 1 Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Sep 12, 2006

All believers should discover and use the spiritual gifts God has given them. Spiritual gifts are given for the benefit of God’s Kingdom.

What is the best gift you’ve ever received? For me, I’ll never forget Christmas when I was in 4th grade. When I went out to the living room – leaning on it’s kickstand was a beautiful silver univega ten-speed bicycle. I’d been dreaming of it and finally I had it! I can still remember going for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Putting Grace In The Generation Gap Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Aug 7, 2006

This is the third in a series of sermons based on Paul’s letter to Timothy as a guide to how the church should behave. This message explores the generation gap in churches.

Tomorrow is the birthday of my lovely wife of 16 years. A difficult time in the Monck household as Debbie rapidly approaches the big 4-0. Reminds me of the story where Johnny asked his grandmother how old she was, and she said, "I’m 39 and holding." Johnny thought about that for a minute, then ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1-2

Denomination: Wesleyan

Don't Be Foolish

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 18, 2006

How we use our time reveals the priority God has in our lives. We should be careful to always seek first the will of God.

Don’t Be Foolish – Ephesians 5: 15 - 20 Intro: I’m not real fond of country music. Perhaps it’s because my dad and his brothers had a country band that practiced at our house --- The one thing I do like about country music are the titles for the songs. Here are a few I remember reading in a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed