Sermons on Space:

Pressing On (Determination)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 11, 2007

This is a sermon focusing on staying the course despite rejection and obstacles.

Luke 13:31-35 At that very hour some Pharisees came, and said to him, “Get away from here, for Herod wants to kill you.” And he said to them, “Go and tell that fox, ‘Behold, I cast out demons and perform cures today and tomorrow, and the third day I finish my course. Nevertheless I must go on my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Do I Know?

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 30, 2005

We’re not alone in the universe; God has made us to know Him, and we can. 6 proofs, and some misperceptions.

“How do I Know?” Psalm 145 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts In the comic strip BC, a caveman is having a crisis of faith. “God, just show me You exist, and I’ll believe!” he cries. Suddenly there’s an earthquake, a volcano erupts, lightning strikes, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:1-21

Denomination: Congregational

A "Mary” Christmas…for All

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

Christmas Sermon

As I’ve expressed in past year…I have a special more than at any other time I find during this season. I sense God’s presence in the world…and with it, the significance of my own presence. Traditions: Our opportunity over these recent years to bless others on the Promenade through…has become a new ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gift Of Time Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

Part 2 in stewardship series

THE GIFT OF TIME Giving with a Purpose-Part 2 Sunday, January 14, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee Introduction The paradox of our time in history is that.... We have taller buildings but shorter tempers, wider freeways, but narrower viewpoints. We spend more, but have less. We buy more, but enjoy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

God’s Purpose & Promise Series

Contributed by Richard Vartenisian on Mar 4, 2015

Our inheritance in Christ

God’s Purpose & Promise Ephesians 1: 9-14 Eph 1:9, 10 And he made known to us the mystery of his will according to his good pleasure, which he purposed in Christ, 10 to be put into effect when the times will have reached their fulfillment-to bring all things ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Notion Of An Awakening - #1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 5, 2013

This series of messages was part of the preparation for our SAW (Spiritual Awakening Weekend). May it be used by others.

The Notion of an Awakening Aiming At An Awakening - #1 of 12 Jerry Watts Deuteronomy 30:15-18/Romans 13:11 * On Monday I was praying about the upcoming SAW weekend with its logistics, promotion, buildup, expectations, and more. I worked on the announcement (screen), prayer emphasis, message ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

God's Grace In The Ups And Downs Of Life Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 26, 2012

Throughout our lives, we encounter both triumphs and tragedies. Victories and struggles. In all of them, God’s grace is constant, as we will see through the child God gives Sarah, the comfort God gives Abraham, the water God gives Hagar, and the Salvatio

Events can change IN A MOMENT. Our emotions can go from the top of the world to the bottom of the barrel in flash of time. The year was 1986. By now, the launch of the Space Shuttle was news but not like it was during the first few launches. This launch was different because for the first time ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Raising The Level Of Expectation Series

Contributed by Michael West on Dec 20, 2008

If you will change your thinking, God can change your life. Here’s the question—Are you willing to change your thinking? Will you take the limits off what God can do in your life? Will you start believing for bigger and better things? Will you raise the

Sunday January 23rd, 2005 Series: Raising the level of Expectation part V Sermon: Proverbs 3:5-7 If you will change your thinking, God can change your life. Scripture: God is a just God and He knows when you aren’t being treated right. He knows when things aren’t going your way or when you are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gensis 13 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Apr 23, 2008

Genesis verse-by-verse

Genesis 13 Has there ever been a problem come up in your life where the solution to the problem was going to be incredibly difficult? And the difficult solution to the problem was the only solution to the problem so you had no choice in how to fix things. [Disposing dead, rotten story.] Well ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:8-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Nature Of God Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jan 21, 2008

James reminds us of God’s trustworthy nature

Two brothers were left alone in the kitchen. The older brother pulled the egg carton out of the refrigerator. He pulled the eggs out of the refrigerator and told his little brother, “I’ll give you five dollars if you let me break three of these eggs over your head.” The little brother said, “You ...read more

Scripture: James 1:16-18

Job Ponders The Power Of God - Job Chapter Twenty Six Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Feb 3, 2008

This is a study into Job chapter twenty six.

Job here speaks again. A simple outline of this chapter is: Job 26 - Job reproves his friends. (verses 1-4) There is no hiding for the dead (verses 5-6) Job ponders the power of God. (verses 7-14) 1 But Job answered and said: 2 "How have you helped him who is without power? How have you ...read more

Scripture: Job 26:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Faithful Are All Saints

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Oct 31, 2008

A sermon for All Saints Sunday, Series A

All Saints Sunday, November 2, 2008 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, for all the saints, redeemed by the death and resurrection of your Son, Jesus the Christ, we give you thanks. For all those ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Lutheran

Gates Of Heaven

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Feb 24, 2008

Jacob wrestled with issues of faith. Would he take the God of his father and grandfather to be his God? As Jacob was running from his brother Esau, God opened up to him the gates of heaven.

Introduction Look at story of Jacob’s dream- general sense/what is God saying/doing in the earth now, here at COTR. Jacob’s Dream Gen 28:10-22 Gen 28:10 (who were Abraham, Isaac, Esau?) Jacob- on a journey by himself, alone, apart from family, running for his life. Jacob- deceiver- facing the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Charismatic

Sending Beautiful Feet

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jul 17, 2008

Exposition of Romans 10:14-17 related to the commissioning of our first international mission team

Text: Romans 10:14-17, Title: Sending Beautiful Feet, Date/Place: NRBC, 7/20/08, AM A. Opening illustration: talk about Erika thinking Maine was at the ends of the NA continent, recount our commissioning service with NAMB in Atlanta in 2003, and how there were many couples who would be leaving soon ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Mission Possible: Does Every Bomb Really Have An L.e.d. Readout? (4 Of 6) Series

Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Jul 27, 2008

Fourth in series: Focuses on how a Christian must balance URGENCY with PATIENCE.

DOES EVERY BOMB HAVE AN L.E.D. READOUT? 22 And convince some, who doubt; 23 save some, by snatching them out of the fire; on some have mercy with fear, hating even the garment spotted by the flesh. Jude 1:22-23 (RSV) In many movies, our hero is on a race against time. And at least in action ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal