Sermons on Special Functions:

Do Furry Friends Wait For Us

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 29, 2017

Pets and animals are God's special gift to us. Are they in heaven?

Do Furry Friends Wait For Us Are There Animals In Heaven? There is place of which nearly everyone believes exist, a place of which the beloved John wrote about. "Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away..." (Revelation 21:1) ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:6-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Prayer Is For You

Contributed by Darrell Williams on Nov 8, 2019

Our prayers should shift from something selfish to something special.

In the movie, "Stomp the Yard," a young man finds that the moves he learned on the street may help him make a better life for himself in this youth-oriented musical drama. DJ Williams is a 19-year-old growing up in Los Angeles; while DJ is at heart a good kid and a gifted street dancer, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessing Of Unity

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 27, 2021

Come together for worship and for war, and be satisfied, be special, and be successful for the glory of God!

Mike Atkinson tells the story of a man, who was stranded on a deserted island in the Pacific for years. One day a boat came sailing into view. The man frantically waved and got the skipper's attention. The boat landed on the beach, and the skipper got out to greet the stranded man. After a ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-21, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Conversation With God

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 14, 2023

Moses had a special relationship with the Lord. Do we seek this?

A Conversation with God Exodus 33:12-23 Moses was an extraordinary person who lived in extraordinary times. The nation of Israel was in great danger. Unlike the situation that Modern Israel faces today, it was not the invasion of its territory by its neighbors. It was under threat by Yahweh ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Living Hope- A Study Of 1peter

Contributed by Steven Devroy on May 15, 2024

Peter was called and chosen for a special purchase and plan that God had for him.

Opener: Welcome and good morning everyone! So blessed to see everyone here today! This morning we are starting a new sermon series on the book of First Peter. This study will lead us into studying how to suffer well for our faith in the Lord. You may have heard, recently, NASA landed the rover ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-19, John 15:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Babe Of Bethlehem: Changing Lives Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Dec 21, 2015

What did Jesus specialize in when He walked this earth? If you ask this question to a group of people, you may get a variety of answers. Here is the answer: He specialized in changing lives!

The Babe Of Bethlehem: Changing Lives Luke 2:8-20 Introduction: 1. What did Jesus specialize in when He walked this earth? If you ask this question to a group of people, you may get a variety of answers. Some may say, "Healing people, teaching the Bible, fulfilling prophecy, doing good deeds, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Bible Church

Operation Preparation

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 25, 2010

There is a preparation needed if we are going to experience a conquest

Admin OptionsFeature Edit Discussion Close Discussion Add Tags Cancel Delete Discussion Intro: 1. The code name of what's commonly referred to as D-Day, June 6, 1943, when the Allied forces landed on Omaha Beach bringing the beginning of the end of the war in Europe was "Operation ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Of The New Testament - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Feb 6, 2018

Part 1 - Introduction to a 13-part series on the origin, functioning, authority, and problems of the church of the first century; and the question of whether--or in what ways--we are to be like the earliest Christians.

This 13-part series of classes has been many years in the making. About 25 years ago I began in earnest to examine the features, character and characteristics of the church as it existed in its earliest years. As I sometimes do, I kept my notes all along the way, and this series of classes is to a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4, 1 Timothy 4:1-3, Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

More Than Enough Church Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 24, 2005

Many churches function on a "survival mode" mentality, rather than a faith based plan. How can you tell the difference?

OPEN: About 100 years ago, Edgar Guest wrote the following poem: "Somebody said that it couldn’t be done, But he with a chuckle replied "maybe it couldn’t", but he would be one who wouldn’t say so till he tried. So he buckled right in with a trace of a grin on his face. If he worried he hid ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-5, Isaiah 54:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Anatomy 101

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 25, 2007

The Apostle Paul addressed the proper and healthy functioning of the Body of Christ by talking about the three "D’s" - Design, Diversity, and Display.

Anatomy 101 I Corinthians 12:12-31a January 21, 2007 Our bodies are truly wonderful things, yet they can also be the source of some really gross smells, noises, and other stuff. I think that I have told you before that I spent seventeen days in the hospital at Mayo Clinic back in 1996. My time ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Methodist

Stewardship Of God's People: His Sheep

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 14, 2007

A look at the shepherding function in the local church. It is not just ordained pastors who have a responsibility. Every seasoned believer is part of this process.

Stewardship of God’s Sheep; His People Pastor Eric J. Hanson October 15, 2006 Introduction As I began to prepare the message, the Holy Spirit moved me in a different direction. He showed me that within the life of each local church, there is another type of broad and overarching stewardship, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Invitation To Partnership

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Apr 5, 2006

Paul felt a sense of joy and comfort with the Church in Philippi. We can experience that same joy and comfort by functioning as partners in ministry.

April 5, 2006 Text Phillipians 1:3-5 3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first until now. Partnership ------ what a great concept ----- The very idea of a good partnership ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-5

Denomination: Lutheran

The Abuse Of Tongues

Contributed by George Rennau on Sep 26, 2006

If God can’t trust us to function in this most basic gift correctly he is not going to give us anything more...

THE ABUSE OF TONGUES I Cor. 14:1-25 As Pentecostals we tend to look upon 1 Cor 12 and 14 as instruction for Pentecostal worship The reality is that it is really correction not instruction. The problem that needed correction was their unbridled use of tongues in church which is specifically ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living Sacrifices—transforming Minds, Transforming Lives Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024

This passage not only challenges us personally but also lays a foundation for how we function as the Body of Christ, especially in the end times.

Living Sacrifices—Transforming Minds, Transforming Lives November 20, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Romans 12:1-8 Tonight, we’re diving into one of the most powerful passages in Scripture, Romans 12:1-8, which calls us to present ourselves as living sacrifices. As we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Brethren

"The Gospel Or The Glitter: Exposing The Strange Fire Of Bethel, Hillsong, And Elevation” Series

Contributed by Wayne Golliday on Mar 24, 2025

The modern worship movement—led by Bethel Music, Hillsong, and Elevation Worship—functions as a golden calf, blending emotionalism with doctrinal corruption.

I. INTRODUCTION: THE SPIRITUAL SEDUCTION OF STRANGE FIRE Text: Leviticus 10:1–2 Thesis: The modern worship movement—led by Bethel Music, Hillsong, and Elevation Worship—functions as a golden calf, blending emotionalism with doctrinal corruption. Explanation: The term 'strange fire' ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3