Sermons on Spending Time:

A Living Sacrifice

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 24, 2012

We are to be totally sold out followers of Jesus Christ.

A Living Sacrifice April 27, 2008 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We are to be totally sold out followers of Jesus Christ. Focus Passage: Romans 12:1-2 Supplemental Passage: Introduction: 1. General Observations: a. This passage is urgent: beg, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Being Alert To What God Is Saying Series

Contributed by Andrew Drury on Mar 26, 2015

It describes how the life of Elisha is ap[plicable to us

This is the 15th and penultimate sermon in series on Elisha. The episodes are particularly bloodthirsty – as they are in scripture, we cannot avoid it. We will look at: 1. Listening before we speak 2. The people we speak to 3. The consequences 1. Listening before we speak God ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Not Such A Silent Night

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 24, 2020

If your Christmas isn't coming together the way you would like, remember that our God is a God for the rough times, too. Look what Mary went through on the first Christmas.

If a good fairy appeared and said you could make a list to put together your perfect Christmas, what would you put on your list? Every year around Christmas time we get several chances to watch various versions of Charles Dickens’ classic story about Ebenezer Scrooge and the various spirits of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Experiencing The Presence Of God.

Contributed by Dr. Stafford Miller on May 14, 2001

FOR MANY PEOPLE LIFE IS A RACE. TO BE WON.. But for the believer, LIFE IS A JOURNEY, with experiences permited to enhance our faith in God, in order to make us grow or maybe to compact us.

OUR THEME FOR TODAY IS EXPERIENCING THE PRESENCE OF GOD..EXODUS 33:14-15 INTRODUCTION;; IT IS GOD’s DESIRE THAT WE ARRIVE AT A PLACE THAT GOD HAS DESTINED FOR US.. FOR MANY PEOPLE LIFE IS A RACE. TO BE WON.. But for me LIFE IS A JOURNEY: TO EXPERIENCE TO ENHANCE OUR FAITH.. GOD PERMITS ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-24, Exodus 19:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

A Question About Evangelism Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Jul 26, 2006

This is part of the series Questions Jesus Asked in this message Jesus asks a question about the evangelism. Her we see the plan, the problem and the priority of sharing our faith.

Introduction: Video Clip – Evangelism Linebacker (Sermon Spice). That is one way to evangelize, but it may not be the best way to evangelize in our culture today. The Evangelism Linebacker had a simple message EVANGELIZE OF ELSE! Why is evangelism such a priority? SIMPLE lost people matter to God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building Better Marriages

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Jun 2, 2006

This sermon looks at 4 building blocks to better Marriages: Covenant Relationship, Commitment, Caring, and Celebration.

Building Better Marriages Matthew 19:1-12 How many people have you known who have been divorced? How many happily married couples do you know? What can we do to Build Better Marriages? Getting back to the Master’s Call for Marriage – Matt. 19: (notes from the text about marriage and the need ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-12

Denomination: Adventist

What Kind Of Disciple

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on May 3, 2007

The closer we are to Christ, the closer a disciple we are.

INTRODUCTION -Q: What do you think of when you think of the disciples in scripture? -We likely think of twelve guys -Q: What was Jesus’ last command to his followers? -Matthew 28:19 -It wasn’t a matter of making converts -That’s God’s job -Our job is to take those that He has changed and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Wesleyan

Psalm 16

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 20, 2011

A study of Psalm 16 showing how we must confess who God is, be content in His provision, and look forward to the reward and protection that He gives His people.

Psalm 16 - This is a specific song of David that is written - Hebrew word that is used to describe this is "miktam" -- Literally a literary or musical term, refers to its content - When we are discouraged we can rejoice in the Lord - When we are feeling depressed we can sing to the Lord - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Counterfeit Or The Original"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 25, 2011

There are many imposters in this world but only one original, who or what are you following?

Since the beginning of time there has always been people who make counterfeit’s of the original. The original always costs more money where the counterfeit can be bought at a fraction of the price. But the counterfeit usually has a big drawback. It isn’t made as well, doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: John 10:3-5

Your Mind Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 18, 2021

This series identifies areas in your life that need to be balanced. This is the 2nd sermon in the series, Balanced Living.

Series: Balanced Living [#2] YOUR MIND 1 Peter 1:13 Introduction: We are going to continue our Series on Balanced Living tonight. Over the next several weeks, we will be looking at different areas of our lives. Tonight, we are going to look at how to stay mentally fit. 1 Peter 1:13 Peter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Christians Or Chameleons ???

Contributed by Kenneth Burisek on Jan 13, 2007

So many christians today try to have both God and the world---this sermon warns of the dangers of trying to have it both ways---presented in country style !!!

Sermon---Are we Christians or Chameleons ??? by Pastor Kenneth Burisek The Ole’ Country Church Medford, Wisconsin Romans 12:2 * Chameleon---a lizard that changes color---a tree-dwelling lizard with long thin legs---a strong curled tail---a long sticky tongue---and the ability to change ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rollercoaster- Introduction Series

Contributed by Steve Akins on Oct 5, 2006

In the coming weeks, we want to take a closer look at emotions like grief, anger, depression, fear and anxiety--and learn how the Bible says we can be delivered from be held hostage to these emotions and moving into an emotionally healthy life.

Introduction This morning we begin a series entitled: “Rollercoaster.” In the coming weeks, we want to take a closer look at emotions like grief, anger, depression, fear and anxiety--and learn how the Bible says we can be delivered from be held hostage to these emotions and moving into an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Honoring God - Lord's Prayer Week 3 Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Nov 29, 2006

After entering into relationship with God in prayer we must honor God for who he is and what he has done. We honor God through praise of his name, and our actions.

This week I pulled some actual prayers of kids off the internet: Debbie, age 7, prays Dear God: Please send a new baby for Mommy. The new baby you sent last week cries too much. Dear God: Who did you make smarter? Boys or girls? My sister and I want to know. Jimmy, 6 Dear God: How many angels ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Nothing But Christ

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Dec 15, 2008

If your goal is truly to serve the Lord and come to an ever increasing knowledge of Him...the Holy Spirit is here to take you on that most exciting journey...right to the throne of God...to His table where He will draw you closer to Him than you ever drea

NOTHING BUT CHRIST EPHESIANS 2:6 New Years resolutions ? Some say they are nonsense...just for breaking...but I believe there may be some validity in the basic concept. There is an old song that has a particularly special meaning. It says, "Jesus has a table spread, where the saints of God are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:6

Devoted To Jesus

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 9, 2009

A lot of Christians give preference to someone or something in their lives over what should be the most important thing in their life, Jesus. So in effect, they don’t make Jesus their life but rather have just added Jesus to their lives. But when you deci

Devoted to Jesus Matthew 4:18-20, 9:9 Isobel Kuhn was an author and missionary to China, and was married to John, a man just as strong willed and stubborn as she was. The two had many conflicts throughout the years of their marriage. One had to do with their cook who prepared their meals. John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Methodist