Sermons on Spiritual Emulation:

Paul's Incredible Example Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 13, 2007

Paul was able to say, "follow me as I follow Christ". What is there about Paul’s example that we can learn from? Are you able to say that your example will lead others to Jesus?

“Paul’s Incredible Example” Introduction: Mickey Mantle, an almost mythical baseball star who feared he had failed to fulfill career expectations because of alcohol abuse and whose recent years were haunted by self-recrimination, died of cancer. He was 63. The former New York Yankees center ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Fly High" Acts Pt. 26 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 11, 2007

Paul’s journey reveals how to sink a ship (a life, a family, a ministry) in three easy ways. Don’t listen to sound advice, allow discontentment to take root in your life, and think that you are exempt from the forces of nature.

Fly High – Acts pt. 26 Opening Illustration on the lighter side of life: See video clip from AHA.COM what not to do when you get stuck in the snow! Thesis: Paul’s journey reveals how to sink a ship (a life, a family, a ministry) in three easy ways. Don’t listen to sound advice, allow ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Are You Listening To? Series

Contributed by Susan Blader on Nov 1, 2006

As we face decisions in life, we need to learn how to be discerning and ultimately seek communication with God rather than directives.

Who Are You Listening To? A sermon on Isaiah 30:21and Proverbs 16:29-30 As we begin each day of our lives, we all have decisions to make. Some are easy and some are difficult. And there are many voices competing for our attention and our loyalty. As soon as I rise each morning, often before I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:21

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

How Much Does It Cost

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 7, 2006

The sermon deals with the cost of following Jesus. See it or download it to your computer or mp3 player at www.glenvillenewlife.com

How Much Does It Cost 11/5/2006 Ruth 4:1-6 Luke 14:25-35 How many of you went shopping this week. How many of you were able to find some good bargains? How many of you put something back on the shelf because of the price tag on it? I have a theory that there are three basic kind of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Up From The Scum Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 13, 2006

Examines what we will need to let go of if we allow the theory of evolution to shape our thinking

Intro: 8 out of 9 school board members in Dover, PA were voted out last November. It would have been 9, but only 8 were up for re-election. It’s kind of a national tradition that being a school board member is a thankless job. But when was the last time people lined up to take the place of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dirty Little Secrets Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 13, 2006

Deals with the dangers and some helps regarding pornography

1. Title: Dirty Little Secrets 2. Text: Proverbs 7:21-27; Matthew 5:27-28; Job 31:1; et al 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, Sunday, Feb. 25, 2006, 6th in the series “A Clear and Present Danger” 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand the dangers and prevalence of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:21-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Original Ghost-Buster Ii

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Nov 13, 2006

The enemy of our souls is out to destroy us. How can we defeat him? Find out from a man possessed.

The Original Ghost-Buster II November 12, 2006 Last week I spoke to you about a ruthless, cruel underworld system that wars against everything we value… our families, our health, our joy, and especially our eternal destinies. It’s an invisible system, but it’s no less real. And just because you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Praise God With Our Whole Heart

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 15, 2006

Pentecost 18(C) - Believers want to praise God with their whole heart because our Lord God is faithful and our Lord God preserves us.

PRAISE GOD WITH OUR WHOLE HEART October 8, 2006 - PENTECOST 18 - Psalm 138 Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Blessed Saints in the Lord: As we heard this Psalm this morning, we probably picked up already the overriding theme of praising, giving thanks and worshipping the Lord. This is the meaning ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Freedom – Set Free From Anger Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 16, 2006

Would you like to be set free from anger? We all have times when we become angry. How are we to handle our anger? Freedom from anger is found by knowing - A.N.G.E.R.:  Architect’s Design;  Necessary Warning Signal;  Guard agains

FREEDOM – Set Free From Anger • Ephesians. 4:26-5:2 (NIV) [26] "In your anger do not sin": Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, [27] and do not give the devil a foothold. [28] He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with his own hands, ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What God Wants Most Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2006

An effort to get the congregation to give more thought and understanding to what God desires in worship and to align their desires with His.

1. Title: What God Wants Most 2. Text: John 4, et al 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, October 17, 2006, 3rd in the series “Stand In Awe” 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand that God’s desires are to be at the center of our worship; to understand some of the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now Would Be A Good Time To Pray Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2006

Learning about appropriately making prayer a part of life by looking at the life of Hezekiah

1. Title: Now Would Be A Good Time To Pray 2. Text: 2 Chronicles 31-32, II Kings 18-20, Isaiah 36-38 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd. June 4, 2006, in the series “The Kings and I” 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand that God answers prayer; that prayer is a godly ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

3. The Power, The Sacrifice And The Victory Of The Lio Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 22, 2006

A Series on the Narnia Moview - Looking at Jesus’ power

“Discovering Nania – 3. The Power, the Sacrifice and the Victory of the Lion” Gladstone Baptist Church – 12/2/06 pm Over the last couple of weeks, we have been looking at the Story of Narnia and discovering that there is a hidden story behind it. CS Lewis himself acknowledges this … Less than ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Remembering Reggie Series

Contributed by Larry Pozza on May 24, 2007

The remembrance service for a pastor that passed away after a fight with cancer.

Reginald Bailey Funeral 1. Prelude – Anointed Gates Praise Band 2. Processional a. Family members march into the sanctuary 3. Welcome – Larry A. Pozza a. I would like to welcome you this morning to the memorial service of Reginald Dwayne Bailey affectionately known as Pastor Reggie. b. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Externally Focused: Unleashing The Church Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 29, 2007

We need to move our focus out of the walls of the church building and onto others. If we do that then the church can be unleashed to do what the church was called to do.

Externally Focused: Unleashing the Church Introduction: I believe God wants us as the Church to impact the world in which we live in. I believe that God wants all people to come to a saving knowledge of Him. I believe He has commissioned us with the responsibility to carry that message into the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Big Is Your God?

Contributed by Brandon Hatfield on Jun 1, 2007

This sermon will help your congregation begin to grasp the enormity of God by discussing a few of His characteristics

WGCC How Big Is Your God? Isn’t it amazing to see how things can change so drastically in a short amount of time? I mean you hear people talk about the good ‘ol days. A time when things were supposedly better than they are now, I assume people here in Illinois ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ