Sermons on Skilled:

Until We Pray-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 8, 2014

1 of 5 Jesus presented a model to guide His disciple's praying. Our country is not truly free until it seeks God's face. We are not praying & we are not free until we embrace...

French writer Alexis de Tocqueville(author of ‘Democracy in America’(appearing in two volumes: 1835 & 1840), after visiting America in 1831, said, "I sought for the greatness of the United States in her commodious harbors, her ample rivers, her fertile fields, & boundless forests--& it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Process Of Producing Spiritual Fruit Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 17, 2014

This message looks at what we need to do in order to bear spiritual fruit for Christ.

THE PROCESS OF PRODUCING SPIRITUAL FRUIT PHILIPPIANS 1:9-11 INTRODUCTION: WE OFTEN TALK ABOUT THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT: GALATIANS 5:22-23 BUT THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IS LOVE, JOY, PEACE, PATIENCE, KINDNESS, GOODNESS, FAITHFULNESS, 23  GENTLENESS, SELF-CONTROL; AGAINST SUCH THINGS THERE IS NO ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

On The Potters Wheel

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 20, 2014

The world may say we are ruined, but God can take broken and hurting and make it beautiful and healthy.

On the Potter wheel Jeremiah chapter 18:1-18:6 Introduction- Turn in your Bible to the book of Jeremiah chapter 18:1-18:6. This is a classic passage in the Bible where God reveals how He deals with human lives. God is the potter and we are the clay. We are on the wheel and God is shaping us ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

Is It Fair? Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Sep 20, 2014

An interwoven set of stories reflecting on the parable of the eccentric employer

We are in the one hundredth anniversary of the first World War at the moment, so I would like to take you back to an event that happened in the middle of it. When Emperor Franz-Josef I of Austria died in 1916, his was the last of the extravagant imperial funerals. A processional of dignitaries and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Anglican

Moses - 3 Questions To Answer Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Sep 28, 2014

Everyone must answer three major questions in our lives. Who am I? What am I here for? What can stop me?

Title: Moses’ Life Mission and His Five Big Excuses Theme: Text: Exodus 3 - 4 Introduction When we think of Moses we often times think of this mighty man of God standing on the mountain and holding the 10 commandments. Or maybe you have the image of him with the rod held over the red sea ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Repentance #1

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 23, 2013

A sermon on the importance of repentance in the gospel (adapted from Richard Owen Roberts book, Repentance: The First Word of the Gospel, chapter 1)

HoHum: In John Steinbeck’s story, The Wayward Bus, a dilapidated old bus takes a cross country shortcut on its journey to Los Angeles, and gets stuck in the mud. While the drivers go for assistance, the passengers take refuge in a cave. It is a curious company of people and it is obvious ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:45-49

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Acts 6-7 - Stephen, The Greatness Of A Godly Man Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 2, 2013

Stephen is the embodiment of godliness. Let us be humble enough to serve. Put the needs of others before self. Stay faithful to God no matter what.

There was a need in the church. With the growing number and increasing needs, one aspect of the ministry was neglected. • In the daily distribution of food, some widows were being overlooked. • They needed some people to oversee the “daily distribution of food” (6:1) ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Children Of God Without Fault

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a child of GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate some characteristics of children of GOD as found in these verses Philippians 2:14-16 IV. TEXT: Philippians 2:14-16 (Amplified Bible)

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a child of GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate some characteristics of children of GOD as found in these verses Philippians 2:14-16 IV. TEXT: Philippians 2:14-16 (Amplified Bible) Do all things without grumbling and faultfinding and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

I May Be Complacent - But I Don't Really Care Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jun 24, 2013

How to deal with complacency.

I May Be Complacent - But I Don't Really Care There was a Canada goose flying across the farmland of Kansas on a fall day. For whatever reason it had gotten separated from the rest of its flock. But as the goose flew it spied the pond of Farmer Jones. Farmer Jones had Toulouse geese in his pond. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 14, 2014

Peace is rare in this world. Only Jesus can bring true peace. We need to work with him to bring peace where we are.

Israel was a divided nation during Isaiah’s life … and the two kingdoms were under threat of foreign invasion. That threat became a reality in Isaiah’s lifetime. By 722 BCE the Assyrians had conquered the northern kingdom and ten tribes (of the 12) had been relocated and scattered ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

No Peace Or Know Peace?

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 27, 2014

Peace is illusive, yet God offers it to us on the basis of an assertive faith.

1. "Peas, perfect peas"; "All we are saying is, 'Give peas a chance.'" 2. Some funny church signs: * "Tonight's sermon: Hell. Come early and hear the choir practice." * "7 Days without prayer makes one weak." * "Don't let worry kill you; let the church help." 3. Philippians 4.7-9 Barclay: "To ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Say What! Series

Contributed by Robert Fa’atoia-Collins on Mar 1, 2014

Make things right with God and be faithful to Him

As you reflect back on 2013, I'm sure there are times in your journey that you will somehow say to yourself; Did I do that? or in the words of our heading; SAY WHAT?! Yes we are all guilty of that and we want to change and not repeating our stuff ups of 2013. Whatever you've done let me remind ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:18-27

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Trick Or Treat?

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 6, 2014

AJ was born on Halloween and described as a "Treat" according to his mother (or so he said). He passed away with a heart attack after shoveling snow. He was a real people person and leaves a huge gap in the lives of people who knew him.

Family Enters and is Seated Be with Me Lord I Stand in Awe Welcome by Perry Greene We were all shocked to hear of the passing of AJ Clements. We have gathered here, as is our custom, to conduct a service to remember AJ; to comfort his family; and ultimately honor God. 25 Jesus said to her, "I am ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

5 Character Qualifications For Deacons

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 12, 2014

A sermon talking about church leadership especially deacons (Material adapted from Alexander Strauch's book, The New Testament Deacon)

HoHum: The little church suddenly stopped buying from its regular office supply dealer. So, the dealer telephoned Deacon Brown to ask why. "I'll tell you why," shouted Deacon Brown. "Our church ordered some pencils from you to be used in the pews." "Well, interrupted the dealer, "didn't you receive ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Can Be Tough Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 18, 2014

life will be challenging but the Holy Spirit will guide you

Here's something you don't hear often in evangelistic invitations: God loves you and has a difficult plan for your life! That's exactly what Jesus says. John 15:18-19 - If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. 19 If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As ...read more

Scripture: John 15:20-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational