Sermons on Sinful Human Nature:

Our Hope Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 31, 2007

As Christians, we have a hope that no one can take away.

Our Hope Text: 1 Peter 1:3-5 Introduction 1. Illustration: We don’t have to go too far to find proof that our friends and neighbors need hope. People are drugging themselves, drinking too much, working too much, spiraling into depression, killing themselves and wanting to be euthanased all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Methodist

Learning To Stand

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 1, 2007

Learning when to stand still and when to move forward is exemplified by Moses in this scripture.

June, 2007 Learning to Stand Exodus 14:10-13 INTRODUCTION: Learning when to stand still and when to move forward is one of the greatest challenges for us today. We live in an instant society where we are trained for action--for decision making--especially in the workplace. We are used to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-13

Denomination: Methodist

Launch Out Into The Deep Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Jun 11, 2007

This sermon is to challenge us to trust the Lord with the challenges of life.

LAUNCH OUT INTO THE DEEP Luke 5:1-6 My brothers and sister there are times in our lives when we must learn to launch out into deep waters. As we are in a world that has moved onto greater technology and advancements, it was done simply by taking risk and living ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"The Word Of Affection" Series

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Jun 12, 2007

Christ spoke profound words upon the cross; Words that indicate what our attitude and ability should and can be

• As Jesus hung upon the tree of iniquity, taking upon Himself the sins of the world, He used SEVEN profound words • These words, all with specific purpose and meaning, can be applied to our lives as we go about life on earth • These words, carry all the authority and power that God had bestowed ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

I See What You're Saying

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Jun 23, 2009

How consistent are we in the messages that we send? Paul cautions Timothy (and us) to be careful with our words as well as our deeds.

Father’s Day 2009 I See What You’re Saying 1 Timothy 6:11-16 June 21, 2009 Happy Father’s Day to everyone but especially to all the fathers. This week we will take a break from our series on The Parables of Jesus to hear a special message for fathers but also for everyone who might be seeking to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-16

Denomination: Church Of God

The Plumb Line

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jul 11, 2009

Amos uses the Plumb Line as a metaphor to explain that both nation and the religious establishment are under judgment for being "out of line"; unrighteous.

The Plumb Line by Charles Scott, Church of the Good Shepherd, Indianapolis Trinity 5 —Proper 10B July 12 2009 The Plumb Line Old Testament Reading Amos 7:7 THIS IS WHAT the Lord God showed me: behold, the Lord was standing beside a wall built with a plumb line, with a plumb line in his ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:7-17

Denomination: Anglican

Discovering Our True Purposes As Planned By God

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jul 11, 2009

This sermon helps us identify and consider what our purpose is first as a community of faith and secondly as individuals.

One of the most helpful things for us in life is to have a clear understanding of our purpose in life. A purpose gives us clarity of why we do some things and not others. A purpose helps us understand who we are and where we are going. A purpose helps us prioritise and determine what is helpful ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Rich Man And Lazarus Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Jul 13, 2009

While judgment, salvation, discipleship, and the kingdom are elements of this story, this parable is about wealth. Jesus is concerned with the neglect of the poor because people are selfish with their wealth.

The Parables of Jesus The Rich Man and Lazarus Luke 16:19-31 July 12, 2009 Now we turn to the parable of the rich man and Lazarus. It is true that this is parable about discipleship as well as the future kingdom. But it is a parable specifically about money. How discipleship impacts our use of our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Church Of God

Christian Love - A Higher Calling

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Jul 17, 2009

Jesus said - If you love those who love you what reward will you get? In our sermon today we explore Christian loves higher calling as we see: 1. The Rule of Christian Love 2. The Reason For Christian Love 3. The Reward For Christain Love

“CHRISTIAN LOVE” “A Higher Calling” Mt. 5:43-48 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: (READ PASSAGE) • One of the most difficult things about love is that it leaves us vulnerable. When we open our hearts to anyone or anything, when we let something in, we have also opened ourselves to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:43-48

Denomination: Orthodox

Genesis 38 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 6, 2009

verse-by-verse

When you were a kid did you ever run away from home? Maybe one of your kids? I read a story about a 5-year old who decided to run away. His neighbor lady saw him go, as she worked in her garden. There he trudged down the sidewalk, past her house, hauling a little suitcase in his red wagon. He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis 47 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 6, 2009

verse-by-verse

This week we’ll be back into the story of Joseph. Let’s recap a little bit. At the age of seventeen Joseph was loved by his father but hated by his brothers. So they came up with a plan to get rid of daddy’s favorite child by selling him to slave traders headed to Egypt. That’s where we pick up the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Exodus 5 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 11, 2009

verse-by-verse

Have you ever thought about just how transparent Moses was about himself when he wrote the book of Exodus? Under the inspiration of the Spirit, Moses wrote about everything surround the deliverance of the Jews from Egypt. He shared the good the bad and the ugly. Many times in the book he shared his ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Have The Right To Be Angry? Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jul 1, 2010

Do we always have the right to be angry? Why do we get angry over the wrong things?

Text: Jonah 4:1-11 Title: HAVE YOU ANY RIGHT TO BE ANGRY? Introduction Today we are finishing up our series LIVING WITHOUT REGRETS based on the book of Jonah. As we look today at Cchapter 4 we are going to see a side of Jonah that’s very un-Jonah like. • Jonah’s name means DOVE ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dare To Go Deeper

Contributed by Babatunde Olugboji on Jul 7, 2010

This sermon is about ensuring that you go deeper in your relationship with Christ

Dare to Go Deeper Ezekiel 47:1-12 Introduction The Book Ezekiel is a replete with visions and at the centre of the vision in this passage is that resource we can’t do without: water. Water is the secret of a full spiritual experience (See John 7:37-39) and is often the symbol of the word of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 47:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

America

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 13, 2010

America has been blessed by God in its creation and even today, but the future is looking dim for America.

America Past, Present, and Future Psalms 33:12 Introduction As we celebrate our Independence today, we often think about fireworks, picnics, maybe going to the lake, or just spending some quality time with family. But today I want you to focus in on what God has done and is continuing to do for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Baptist