Sermons on Spiritual Immaturity:

You Are Able Said The Master

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 27, 2014

God expects us to use the resources He has entrusted to us. From the parable of the talents.

Joke - A wealthy man was on his deathbed. He called his 3 most trusted friends to his side: his attorney, his doctor, and his preacher. He said to them, “I know I’m not long for this world, and all I have to show for it is money. They always say you can’t take it with you. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Incomplete Sight

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Feb 8, 2014

The best things in life take time. Our relationships are like that. In order to have a meaningful and lasting relationship, we must spend time building that relationship. You can't get to know someone overnight. You must invest the time.

Mark 8:22-26 22 And they came to Bethsaida. And they brought a blind man to Jesus and implored Him to touch him. 23 Taking the blind man by the hand, He brought him out of the village; and after spitting on his eyes and laying His hands on him, He asked him, “Do you see ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-26, Mark 8:22-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Moment Of Intense Prayer Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 9, 2014

A sermon examining those times of intense prayer.

A Moment Of Intense Prayer Psalm 55:16-17 In October of 1871 D.L Moody had reached a place of a deep hunger for God. He was in agony of soul as he prayed and sought the power of God. At times he would roll on the floor in agony and in tears. One day while passing through New York on his way to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Masters Call

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Feb 9, 2014

What does it mean to follow Jesus? What does it mean to hear "the Master's call?" "Many are called but few are chosen,"

Mark 1:16-20 "And as He was going along by the Sea of Galilee, He saw Simon and Andrew, the brother of Simon, casting a net in the sea; for they were fishermen. And Jesus said to them, 'Follow Me, and I will make you become fishers of men.' And they immediately left the nets and followed Him. And ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Perfect Match Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Feb 10, 2014

Do you have a saving faith? Does your faith work?

“Faith That Works: A Perfect Match” James 2:14-26 Do you have a saving faith? Let me put it another way; do you have a faith that works? Listen again to verse 14: “What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Go Joe!! (Christmas 2013)

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 11, 2014

There is arguably no more comforting to the Christian than the fact that God is sovereign. Joseph, although a supporting actor in the nativity narrative, gives an incredible performance.

Go Joe! (Sermonette) Matt. 1.18-24 December 8, 2013 Chester, IL Chester FBC Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A There is arguably no more comforting to the Christian than the fact that God is sovereign. 1 Sovereignty is the supremacy of authority/rule. a Christians believe that their Master is Lord ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Nobody Likes A Wishy Washy God

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 11, 2014

Our society today acts like it prefers a wimpy, compromising deity, that will agree its sins are ok. But an honest appraisal of what we will respect and honor as God demands that God be exactly who the Bible portrays: the Holy & uncompromising God!

NOBODY LIKES A WISHY WASHY GOD 1 Sam. 15:29; Ex. 32:14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. JOKE. Two convicts were working on a chain gang. "I heard the warden's daughter up and married a guy down on cellblock D," the first con says to the other. "The warden's mighty upset about it too." "Why?" asks the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Call To Duty: A Memorial Day Message

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Feb 16, 2014

God's Calling to ministry compared to the call to service to American Veterans.

A Call To Duty Memorial Day Message Is 6:8 Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here [am] I; send me. <Prayer> It is gratitude that prompted an old man to visit an old broken pier on the eastern seacoast of Florida. Every Friday ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Bible Church

When God Says Move

Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Feb 17, 2014

One of the hardest struggles is knowing what God is telling you to do, when God is saying to stay and when He instructs you to move foward. The life of Moses gives a clear example of navigating through this arduous dilemma of life.

One of the hardest struggles is knowing what God is telling you to do/when God is saying to stay and when He is saying to move. Not knowing is this God, is this family pressure, yourself. Fasting and praying and still not hearing clearly from God while you are in the will and the way of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of Christian Involvement

Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Feb 17, 2014

A clear portrait of a believer who has purpose is found in the example of John the Baptizer. There we will find principles that help us see the importance of participating in God's agenda.

It is believed that in the average New Testament church in America, 20% of the people do a hundred percent of the work. Have you heard that before? That 20% of the people do a hundred percent of the work. People always say, ‘Why is that lady always doing something?’ Because you ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Persistence In Prayer Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Feb 22, 2014

Jesus tells us to pray and not give up-He already taught the content of prayer-Persistence in the Lord's Prayer is required if we are to see God work.

Luke 18 Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not lose heart, 2 saying: “There was in a certain city a judge who did not fear God nor regard man. 3 Now there was a widow in that city; and she came to him, saying, ‘Get justice for me from my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: *other

Can God Use You? Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Oct 31, 2013

Some of you will walk away today completely untouched or even offended by what you heard, others will be positively convicted. Either way you and I need to make a decision about how we want to be used. Like Saul, or like Paul?

The truth is God is using you. Whether you are a Christian or not, whether you know it or not, the sovereign God of the universe knows everyone and is orchestrating everything either by intervening or by taking his hands off. He uses all human beings to fulfill His purpose. The question becomes is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-31, Ephesians 4:25-28

A National Call To Pray! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 3, 2013

A National Call To Pray!. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Prayers to God (vs 1-5) (2). Confidence in God (vs 6-8) (3). Reliance on God (vs 9) SERMON CONTENT: Ill: • On May 27, the German High Command announced: • “The British army is encircled and our troops are proceeding to its annihilation”. The Prime ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:1-9

Denomination: Brethren

Finishing Well

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 4, 2013

We finish well when we fight the good fight, finish the race and keep the faith... just for the honor of doing well for the glory of God and the good of others.

Title: How to Finish Well! Text: II Timothy 4:6-8 Thesis: We finish well when we fight the good fight, finish the race and keep the faith… just for the honor of doing well for the glory of God and the good of others. Introduction The Word of God inspires us in Hebrews 12:1, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does The Bible Say About Real Men?

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 11, 2013

If you want to be a real man or woman, live your life knowing that you will eventually answer to God. We will answer for every thought we think, every word we speak and every action we take or omit.

10-11-04 What Does the Bible Say About Real Men? Genesis 1:1-3:21 When I began studying Adam and learning what it means to be a real man, I asked myself, "What will the women be doing while I am speaking?" Well, I have an answer for all the women this morning. You’ve worked hard all ...read more

Denomination: Baptist