Sermons on Speed Dial:

In Christ We Are A New Creation

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 1, 2012

In Jesus we are made new, and we are made on purpose for a purpose - to be ones through whom God's message of love and reconciliation is delivered. People look through our lives to see if they can see Him.

How do you feel about the coming year? Maybe you’re looking ahead at 2012 with some stress as another year full of things that you have to do whether you want to or not. The cartoon character Calvin from Calvin and Hobbes once said, “God put me on this earth to accomplish a certain ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fruit Of The Spirit Is Peace Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 4, 2012

Fruit of the Spirit is Peace. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The source of peace is God. (3a) (2). The discipline of peace is a steadfast mind (vs 3b) (3). The secret of peace is a heart filled with trust (vs 3c-4) SERMON BODY: Reading: Isaiah chapter 26 verses 3-4 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:1-6

Denomination: Brethren

Real Change Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 3, 2011

If we were doomed to live the same life over and over again for eternity, would we choose the life we are living now? If not, then how can we make real change? We do it when we submit to God’s discipline. Then with Christ’s help, admit and quit our sin.

William Alexander, in his book The $64 Tomato, asks the question, “If you were doomed to live the same life over and over again for eternity, would you choose the life you are living now?” It’s a thought-provoking question, but not so much as the implied follow-up question: “If the answer is no, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 44:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Seeking The Kingdom

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 17, 2012

Jesus described the pursuit of the kingdom thru the parables of the Hidden Treasure & the Pearl of Great Value. Participation in the kingdom of heaven is sought by the saints of God. But Why? We seek the kingdom for its...

SEEKING & ENTERING The KINGDOM—Matthew 13:44-46 Attention: Career search vs. Job search. Investment Broker/Knows Value-Investment Potentials-Affordability Need: —Lax/Indifferent/Mediocrity reigns/Just ‘get by’/So-So. —Busy(own lives to lead)/Push God out in order ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Up To Something Good In My Life!

Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on Aug 5, 2013

God wants to restore your right relationship with Himself worse than you do

(I started with "Building Up What Was Broken Down" Sermon shared by Chris Medina. A good deal of his form and a version of his points remain. The Body of this sermon is totally different. A bit more contemporary. TITLE: God Is Up To Something Good In My Life! 08-05-2013 TEXT: Ezra 3:1-13In early ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thermometer Or Thermostat?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 15, 2016

Topical Sermon focusing on how Christians can either live like a spiritual thermometer (passive/reflective/mimicking the world ) or a spiritual thermostat (active, a change agent, surrendered to the will and guidance of the Holy Spirit)

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22 and Daniel 3:8-30 Title: Are you a Thermometer or a Thermostat? Topical Sermon focusing on how Christians can live like a thermometer or a thermostat. INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and from Jesus Christ His Son who came to take away the sin ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Nazarene

Lethal Language Series

Contributed by Steve Bond on Feb 15, 2017

Ephesians 4:31 says to “get rid of brawling and slander.”

Introduction Three weeks ago we began our current series and Josh talked about getting rid of the self-destructive lies that many of us think about ourselves. When we think that “we’re not good enough” or that “we’re not pretty enough,” or that “we’re not loved or valued or important,” we play ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Oh, How I Love Jesus

Contributed by Steve Taylor on Mar 25, 2017

They were people just like you and me putting their faith into practice. They were super people with super character, but they didn’t have special powers to live better lives or do incredible things. They are our examples, and warning signs, on how we are

Growing up as a child, just about everyone has had, or still have, superheroes. These superheroes had the ability to do the impossible, to fly far into the sky, to control the storms, to have incredible strength, x-ray vision, and even save the world. When I was growing up, I loved superman. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:16, Matthew 17:20, Romans 1:8

Prevent Being Out Of Order

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

With the motivation of love man can turn problems into blessings and bring order out of chaos, and harmony out of discord. By cooperation men can make plans where everyone comes out a winner.

After World War II there were five army dumps in France full of machinery. It was too good to throw away, and yet not good enough to hall back to the United States. It was a major problem. The Quakers saw an opportunity for service, and so they offered the United States Army 200,000 francs for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6

The Feeling Fine

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Everything we do aids the health of body, mind and soul. It all ties in to the two great commandments of loving God with your whole being and your neighbor as yourself.

A farmers son, who was about to begin his studies at medical school said, "Dad, when I get to be a doctor, I think I'll specialize in obstetrics." The old man shook his head and responded, "Likely you'll be just wasting your time son. Chances are, soon as you begin making ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-8

Logic, History, Mathematics, And Science: Investigating Truth Claims Of The Christian Faith

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

So today I'd like to build a case. Let's see how we can approach the truth claims of Christianity from an interdisciplinary approach.

So today I'd like to build a case. Let's see how we can approach the truth claims of Christianity from an interdisciplinary approach. I like to look at Christianity from several different angles. Those angles are logic (specifically logical fallacies), history (tests for historicity), ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:25-27, 1 Timothy 1:10

Denomination: Salvation Army

It’s The Times In Between

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Apr 25, 2021

Take note here as how we read the entrance to self effort! This is when David is only relying on David! How many can relate to the words David is using to describe the condition of his life?

It’s the Times In Between... 1 Samuel 21:10-15 NKJ 10 Then David arose and fled that day from before Saul, and went to Achish the king of Gath. 11 And the servants of Achish said to him, “Is this not David the king of the land? Did they not sing of him to one another in dances, saying: ‘Saul has ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3, Psalm 56:1-13, 1 Samuel 21:10-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Provoked To Produce

Contributed by Sean Dees on May 2, 2021

Today I have come to defend one of these “mean girls” and show that her actions were meant for good and not evil.

Intro: This narrative is one of those that we all know; in fact it is so well known it is has become identified with the theme of prayer and baby dedication. Elkanah and Hannah’s story carry a very familiar situation similar to the Patriarch Abraham and Sarah. Both were married to their true loves ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:4-17

Kingdom Relationships Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 20, 2019

In dealing with your anger, don’t commit murderous acts, don’t think murderous thoughts, and don’t speak murderous words. But if your anger has hurt someone, seek reconciliation and seek a resolution as soon as you can.

Several years ago, the Arizona Republic carried a story about Steve Tran of Westminster, California. He activated 25 bug bombs in his apartment to get rid of some unwanted guests, the cockroaches that shared the space with him. He closed the door thinking he had seen the last of them. But when the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26, Ephesians 4:26-27, Matthew 10:28, Mark 9:48, James 3:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

We Know

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 25, 2019

Know Jesus and know that you are the forever protected, listened to and loved child of God.

It’s hard to believe. It’s the end of July and before you know it football season will be upon us. We get to watch the Chiefs play, and hopefully they’ll make it to the Superbowl this time. They have a very promising young quarterback, who uses the same word to start each play, he and all the other ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free