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  • Some Call It Treason

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 7, 2010
     | 2,974 views

    A communion sermon challenging the congregation to spiritual fidelity

    SOME CALL IT “TREASON” Rev. 5:1-14 Sermon Objective: A communion sermon challenging the congregation to spiritual fidelity REV. 5:1-14 1Then I saw in the right hand of him who sat on the throne a scroll with writing on both sides and sealed with seven seals. 2And I saw a mighty ...read more

  • A Topical Sermon. Series

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Nov 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,545 views

    I believe the ELCA congregations who are in rage over our Chruch’s assembly decision to endorse homosexuality, need to take time beofore acting - but act we must.

    24th Sunday after Pentecost, November 15, 2009 Grace be into you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we give you thanks for all your many blessings upon us, especially the gift of your Son, Jesus the Christ, your incarnate and ...read more

  • Overcoming Life's Obstacles SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 569 views

    A message that highlights four obstacles we need to overcome to progress in life.

    Gates play a significant role in both the natural and spiritual realms. Just as physical gates provide security and protection, spiritual gates are used by God and the enemy to secure and fortify our lives. While God uses gates to release blessings and goodness, the enemy uses gates to introduce ...read more

  • Which Branch Do You Want To Be?

    Contributed by Ian Bullock on Apr 28, 2021
     | 3,929 views

    As we think about Jesus being The Vine, this sermon challenges us to think about our relationship with Christ and how we move into closer relationship through our lives.

    In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. One thing that I am not is green-fingered, I know how to mow a lawn, and how to pull up weeds, although if I’m being honest they are more likely to be flowers, and I know that roses should be pruned. I don’t know why this is the case, I just ...read more

  • Being Tested

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 30, 2022
     | 3,376 views

    Life will always test us. We can't escape it. But in all of our tests in life we have to include the testing of our faith. In order for our faith to be strengthened it has to be stretched.

    When I was a teenager, I used to deer hunt on a lease in Leakey, Texas. These are not mountains by any chance. But even in the Hill Country of Texas it can be challenging to get to a hunting spot on the side of one of those hills. I got the notion one time to climb to the top of the hill. What ...read more

  • God Is Faithful

    Contributed by Larry Grant on May 5, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 694 views

    Why are "These Things" recorded in history? – Because God chose you! It was written for You! But know this - Salvation is not a barrier to Temptation!

    1 Corinthians 10:11-13 God is Faithful May 5, 2024 Chapter 10 begins with the note, “Brethren, I would not that ye should be ignorant, how that all our fathers were under the cloud, and all passed through the sea; And were all baptized unto Moses in the cloud and in the sea; And did ...read more

  • Jesus Christ And His Teachings Never Change

    Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,325 views

    We face troubling times, not the least of which is the challenge of raising our children as Christians in a world crazed by hedonism, secularism and lack of moral and ethical moorings. There is stability to be found in Jesus.

    (If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) In Hebrews 13:8, we read, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” This is one of the most powerful verses in all the Scriptures, and one that most ...read more

  • Growing Up: A Challenge To Become A Maturing Church

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Oct 20, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,682 views

    Making a few comparisons between an immature church and a maturing church, and see where we think we fit in.

    INTRODUCTION: In just a few days, Christ the King Oak Harbor will turn five. To those who have been here since the beginning, that may seem amazing. It seems hard for me to believe that in just a few months I’ll celebrate my fourth anniversary as pastor here. Birthdays give us a chance to ...read more

  • Short Challenge: Keeping Our Eyes On Christ Series

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,661 views

    A short encouragement on how to practically keep our eyes on Christ.

    Short Challenge: Keeping your eye’s on Christ! Can’t stay stagnant in life – you’re always going up or down. Jer.30:21 – “…who is he who will devote himself to be close to me?” Heb.12:1-2 – “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that ...read more

  • The Church On Earth: What's Wrong With The Church?

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021
     | 1,707 views

    How many times have you listened to sermons, read articles, or read books which inevitably point to the "failings of the church?" It seems like a constant theme.

    How many times have you listened to sermons, read articles, or read books which inevitably point to the "failings of the church?" It seems like a constant theme. The church isn't doing this, the church isn't doing that! The church is failing because of this; the church sucks ...read more

  • Short Challenge: Remembering Our First Love Series

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,499 views

    A short, practical encouragement on remembering our first love, Jesus.

    Short Challenge: Remembering our first love. Rev.2:2-4 – “I know your deeds, your hard work and your perseverance. I know that you cannot tolerate wicked men, that you have tested those who claim to be apostles but are not, and have found them false. You have persevered and have endured hardships ...read more

  • Go Church!

    Contributed by Greg Nance on May 30, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,483 views

    We have a job to do as God's people. Today we face challenges that remind us that this is serious business.

    Matthew 16:13-20 Jesus promised to build His church. He promised that the gates of Hades would not be able to stand against His church. He built His church on rock. Ray Vanderlaan’s video series: That The World May Know, has an section on this passage in Matthew 16 where he gathers with ...read more

  • Challenged By Chariots Of Iron(Part 1 Of 3)

    Contributed by Charles Holt on Apr 16, 2001
    based on 45 ratings
     | 10,607 views

    Study deals with the fear of Ephraim and Manasseh faced with chariots of iron in their conquest of Canaan with applications to the Christian’s life.

    A Bible Study by Charles W. Holt email: cholt@gt.rr.com CHALLENGED BY CHARIOTS OF IRON(Part 1 of 3) Scripture reading: Jeremiah 12:4 Scripture Text: Joshua 17:14-18 The expression, "chariots of iron" is very descriptive. Its symbolic importance will be heightened when we place it within the ...read more

  • What Is Your Calling? (Part 10) Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 10, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,554 views

    The life of our Lord is a constant testimony to His desire to please the Father, more than anyone else. Thus, His actions and His words are always governed by the will of the Father. Think about what did Christ’s calling mean? THE CROSS ... Are you ready?

    Opening Illustration: A missionary couple who had been gone from the US for years on end were finally coming home. They had faithfully served God and ministered among the poor, and had seen many lives brought into the kingdom of God. When they got off the airplane, there was a crowd of people ...read more

  • Don't Become Distracted By The Noises PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 530 views

    This sermon encourages us to trust God in our darkest hours, using the example of Peter walking on water towards Jesus in Matthew 14:29.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. It is indeed a blessing to gather together in the house of the Lord, bound by our shared faith and united in our devotion to the One who loved us first. As we gather here today, let us remember the words of the great preacher Charles Spurgeon who once said, "To ...read more

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