Sermons on Spoils:

Submission To God

Contributed by Sam Peters on Mar 1, 2007

Too often we want to steer the ship. Only when we let God lead us to we arrive at the destination He plans for us.

Submission to God – James 3:13-4:12 Today we look at what may be the key in “Practicing Our Faith”. James deals with our yielding or submission to God. Let’s pick our way through this passage. There is much we could cover in great detail, but we’ll give you some thoughts to consider and much of it ...read more

Finding Focus For Your Faith Series

Contributed by Tom Osterkamp on Mar 26, 2007

There are so many things that can gain our focus, but Jesus should be the focus of our faith.

Finding Focus for Your Faith John 5:1-18 Intro: Many accidents are caused by people who are talking on their cell phones. They carry on conversations, and their focus is on the conversation instead of on the road ahead of them. So often we too, have our focus on something or someone instead of ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

When We Should Not Pray

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

There are times when we should not pray. When are those times? Let’s look at them.

WHEN WE SHOULD NOT PRAY Exodus 14:15 INTRO: The Sunday School teacher asked one of the boys in his class, “Do you say a prayer before you eat at your house?” “No,” the boy responded. “We don’t need to. My mother is a good cook!” In his somewhat misguided understanding, the youth man ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:15

Denomination: Baptist

Why True Love Waits

Contributed by Dr. Keion Parrish on Jun 9, 2007

Youth Sermon

YOUTH SERMON Why True Love Waits Scripture: Various Introduction: True love waits. Is that true? It sounds boring. Sexual abstinence isn’t a popular concept. We don’t want to wait on anything in our culture. But, I want you to understand that waiting ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

So Much Sand

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jul 22, 2008

In your walk with Jesus so far you know about His saving Grace and how your sins have been forgiven. That’s great news and it comes with an eternal promise of heaven as your resting place but what about your next step what follows salvation?

1 Corinthians 15:58 NIV Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. So Much Sand Its summer time and many of us have longed for the warm golden sand of the area ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why I Tithe Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 9, 2007

Shows the reasons I give tithes to the Lord.

Title: Why I tithe Theme: Text: Malachi 3:8-10, Matthew 6:19-21,33 Introduction As I prepared for this message I began to think about what I wanted to accomplish today. What main point do I want to bring across. If anything it is that I really believe in what I have said about stewardship. ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Church Of God

The Six Parental Duties

Contributed by Monte Brown on Nov 13, 2007

A Mothers Day message and how they play a key part of the lives of their children.

The Six Parental Duties Psalms 127:3-5 Monte T. Brown May 8, 2005 Mothers Day First Baptist Riverton Introduction Today have gathered here in this place to celebrate Mother’s Day and honor our mothers present and past. Mothers play a key part in the lives of all of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

When God Stops Coming To Church!

Contributed by James Owens on Feb 6, 2008

Is it possible for a Christian to give God an offering He doesn’t want?

“WHEN GOD STOPS COMING TO CHURCH!” TEXT: Malachi 1:6-10 “A son honoreth his father, and a servant his master: if then I be a Father, where is Mine honor? and if I be a master, where is My fear? saith the LORD of hosts unto you, O priests, that despise My name. And ye say, Wherein have we despised ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Joy: The Ability To See God Series

Contributed by Brad Fowler on Dec 1, 2007

Having the joy of the Lord is much more than being happy. In order for us to experience a life of joy we must understand what joy is and where it comes from.

8-12-07 Albion Church Series: The ABC’s of Christian Living Lesson: Joy- The Ability To Live In God’s Presence.” I. INTRODUCTION Good morning! We are continuing our series on The ABC’s of Christian Living. (Gal.5:22-23) “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Desire Determines Your Destiny

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Oct 3, 2008

The will to win is important but the prepare is imperative!

Your Desire Determines Your Destiny I Corinthians 9:24-27 Everyone wants to win! 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 24 You’ve all been to the stadium and seen the athletes race. Everyone runs; one wins. Run to win. 25 All good athletes train hard. They do it for a gold medal that tarnishes and fades. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Peace In Troubled Times

Contributed by Michael Trask on Oct 15, 2008

Addresses the world-wide financial crises and how to deal with it.

Your mind is a powerful thing isn’t it? A single thought can cause a smile to come sliding across your face; a single thought can wipe that same smile away. A Single thought, mulled over in the mind can disturb your days and ruin your nights. Our thoughts have a powerful influence over how ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Abraham And Isaac

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Nov 6, 2008

Lessons of faith from Abraham, Sarah, and Isaac

ABRAHAM AND ISAAC Genesis 18-22 INTRODUCTION 1. Sometimes we struggle with trusting others a. For some this is worse than for others b. We often doubt someone who lies often c. Sometimes we doubt those who have lied occasionally d. We doubt people we do not know sometimes e. And even sometimes we ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Divorce-Proof Marriages

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 10, 2010

We look for loopholes like the Pharisees did, but Jesus' words are striking! He wasn't interested in getting us out of marriage, but keeping us in them!

Passage: Matthew 19:1-12 Intro: Every person comes to this passage from a little different place. 1. divorced, not-divorced, considering marriage, friends or family who are divorced. 2. I did a lengthy project on this passage 30 years ago, and I did what most people do. 3. focused on verse ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Perfection Isn't Optional Series

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Jun 25, 2011

We must be perfect to enter Heaven

Why did Jesus ascend into Heaven, why didn’t He stay here on earth for ever? Wouldn’t it have been easier for us to be certain about our Christian faith if He had, if we could see Him and ask Him all those difficult questions that keep on cropping up about how to live the Christian ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-9

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Night Was Not Silent!

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Dec 10, 2009

Originally delivered at a high school convocation in 1995, another pastor recently asked me for these notes. Just as there was a lot of commotion surrounding the birth of God’s Son, we need to make a lot of noise about him today.

The Night was Not Silent! Luke 2:1-20; Genesis 3:14-15 Introduction: As we approach the celebration of the birth of Christ, the beautiful scenes depicted on countless Christmas cards swirl in our heads: A quiet winter’s night; a celestial spotlight from a star shining down on a lowly stable; a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ