Sermons on Spur:

God's Body Building Program Part 4 Series

Contributed by Greg Carr on Dec 3, 2013

What are the vital signs of a healthy Church?

When does a person become a part of God’s church? When that happens you are not automatically a part of a local church body. You are a part of the church as a whole. What does that mean, local church body? All around the world there are different kinds of churches, all of which have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Triumph Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 20, 2013

The gift of our testimony.

Revelation 12:10-12 (p. 867) December 22, 2013 Introduction: I think some of the most amazing words written is Scripture are found in John’s Revelation, and verses 7-9 of Revelation Chapter 12 are up there in the amazing category. “Then war broke out in heaven, Michael and his ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Want Whine Wit Dat Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 26, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 12: 1 – 8

John 12: 1 – 8 Want Whine Wit Dat 1 Then, six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazarus was who had been dead, whom He had raised from the dead. 2 There they made Him a supper; and Martha served, but Lazarus was one of those who sat at the table with Him. 3 Then Mary took a ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Shield That Covers Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Nov 5, 2015

The shield of faith is designed to fully cover us. But it requires attention and care.

As we continue our study on the spiritual armor, let’s recap what Paul has observed so far. The most impressive parts of the armor were made of brass, the breastplate and the shoes. The breastplate covered the soldier from shoulders to knees, front and back. The shoes were like boots, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Foursquare

Guidelines For Christianity: Blessed Are The Meek Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 26, 2015

Jesus wasn’t focusing on outward performance like going to church, giving, or serving. His concern was to mark out how a disciple should be on the inside.

When’s the last time you heard someone say, “If you want to succeed in life, try being meek?” Or, “If you want to rise to the top and get somewhere in life, display meekness along the way?” Unfortunately, meekness isn’t a valued quality in our day. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Baptist

Manifesting The Manifold Wisdom Of God

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Apr 3, 2015

When people come to the realization that God's divine plan requires self-sacrifice and service to Christ they rebel, and the true Christian becomes a serious minority.

Manifold Wisdom of God Illustration Statistics would have you believe that over 80% of Americans are Christians, and historians would have you believe that American colonial patriotic zeal was shared with over 80% of the colonist. Sometime what is shouted the loudest and the longest is assumed to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:8-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Do You Know Me? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 24, 2015

There is a difference between knowing Jesus and KNOWING Jesus.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today I want to talk about Jesus. Is Jesus the central part of your life, or is His simply on the periphery of your life? • What tangible difference does Jesus make in our lives? Is He even supposed to make any difference? • What it mean to have a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Deuteronomy: Claiming The Inheritance Series

Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 11, 2015

A sermon overview of Deuteronomy

Claiming the Inheritance Deuteronomy Deuteronomy 1:6 Tonight we are exploring Deuteronomy. There are 34 chapters in Deuteronomy. This book will teach us the importance of remembering God and His Word. We are told many times not to forget God or His Word. A specific reference is found in Psalm ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Church Series

Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 11, 2015

What should faith look like in a church body?

Faith Church Philippians 1:27-30 Many times over the years I am asked what kind of church do I want to pastor or what kind of church is Gap Creek. Sometimes that question is asked because to be a great church requires a lot of change. Most churches are unaware of what needs to change in order for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Communicating Love

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 14, 2015

Jacob made some terrible mistakes in the way he raised his children. And we can learn some valuable lessons from the mistakes that he made.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. Listen to Psalm 71:17-18. "Since my youth, O God, you have taught me, & to this day I declare your marvelous deeds. Even when I am old & gray, do not forsake me, O God, till I declare your power to the next generation, your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-10, Psalm 71:17-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Character Of A Disciple Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

What are the characteristics of being a disciple of Jesus Christ. This sermon seeks to answer that question

The Character of a Disciple 1 John 4:16-17 “Would you tell me which way I ought to go from here?” asked Alice. “That depends a good deal on where you want to get,” said the Cat. “I really don’t care where” replied Alice. “Then it doesn’t much ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

Determining A Standard Of Living Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016

Whether poor or rich or in the middle, all of us have to determine our standard of living. So who or what is determining your standard of living? Who or what is influencing your financial decisions and the life you’re living?

Determining a Standard of Living 1 Timothy 6:7-13 There was a story which appeared in the news about a woman who had won the lottery. Before winning, she worked long, hard hours but earned just enough money to cover each month’s bills. The years of toil and worry had taken a toll on her face ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:7-13

Denomination: Methodist

"Growth - The Evidence Of Life"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Sep 17, 2017

Four suggestions for Spiritual growth

“Growth – The Evidence of Life” September 17, 2017 2 Timothy 2:15 “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.” 2 Peter 3:18 “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

The Power Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 25, 2016

This sermon looks at the power of the resurrection on Easter morning and beyond

The Power of the Resurrection Matthew 28:1-10 and Philippians 3:10 On Feb. 27, 1991, at the height of Desert Storm, Ruth Dillow received a message from the Pentagon. Her son, Clayton Carpenter, Private 1st Class, had stepped on a mine in Kuwait and was killed. She wrote, "I can’t begin to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Christian Living Is A Team Effort

Contributed by Robert Webb on Mar 1, 2016

Bear one another’s burdens Bear his own load

Christian living is a team effort Can you recall a time in your life when you really needed some kind of help and someone was there to lend you a hand? Being a Christian requires that you put others before yourself. Christians are not hermits, we strive to enjoy the fellowship of the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ