Sermons on St Waltrude:

On The Edge Series

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Aug 13, 2005

We need to move to where we can see what God wants us to see and be as the Church.

Matthew 16:16-19 On the edge What are you looking for? Every one is looking for something. A new job, new house a new car or maybe a new boy or girl friend. We look and look. Christians are looking as well for something, sometimes it’s being more encouraging or smarter about scripture. We even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lest We Forget

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Sep 10, 2005

Some will forget 9/11 2001 but the church can never forget the Lords Table, what we need to remember.

1st Corinthians 11:23-26 On Thursday, September 20, 2001, President George W. Bush gave this much-anticipated speech, here are some excerpts. “On September the 11th, enemies of freedom committed an act of war against our country. Americans have known wars, but for the past 136 years ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

First Things First

Contributed by Larry La Douceur on Nov 6, 2005

Some form of the word “Seek” is used in the Bible over 150 times, therefore when we encounter a verse that clearly states we are to “seek first” something, that should clearly get our attention.

First Things First Introduction Matthew 6:33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. The bible in different ways tells us what we need to seek for and what we should not seek. Examples – Leviticus 19:31 “‘Do not turn to mediums or seek ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reward Of Faithfulness

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 12, 2002

The parable of the talents has more importance than we often understand. We used this sermon as a way of introducing gift centered ministries.

OPEN: We use numbers all the time without knowing their significance or their meaning. For example: How many feet in a mile (5280 feet). Do you know why? The term mile come from the Latin word "mille" - meaning 1000. To the Romans it was the distance a soldier could cover in 1000 paces - about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Danger Of Drifting Series

Contributed by Dale Higgins on Feb 28, 2003

There is a danger in the Christian’s life of drifting by and away from God’s best for us by simply neglecting His provisions in our salvation.

We come today in our study of the book of Hebrews to the first of five warning passages, exhortations or what I like to call WAKE-UP CALLS to believers. I can’t help but remember the Apostle Peter’s reason for writing 1st and 2nd Peter. He says, "Beloved (believers), I now write to you this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4, 2 Peter 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Blindness Series

Contributed by Paul Jesudoss on Nov 24, 2002

GOD OF JACOB OPENS THE EYES OF THE BLINDS.GOD OF THIS WORLD SATAN BLINDS THE EYES OF PEOPLE!BELIEVE JESUS&ANOINT YOUR EYES, IT WILL BE ENLIGHTENED!!

spiritual Blindness Ilus.In a little town a factory worker , lazy man never satisfied in his job, always seeks lame excuses to get holiday so many times he put the drops of liquid from a tree,that makes his eyes blood red telling his manager that he was suffering of eye sickness to get a days ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 146:5-8, John 9:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

What's Love Got To Do With It?

Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 2, 2002

Discusses Paul’s use of love as the yardstick for Christian living, then turns to several congregational issues to ask what the loving response would be.

Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany (Year C) 1 Corinthians 13, is a popular passage to use for wedding sermons, because of course the topic is love. Brides and grooms have often chosen this lesson because of the beautiful, poetic prose it contains. But Paul did not write this to the Corinthians so ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

"The King Is Coming" Series

Contributed by Danny Moss on Jan 5, 2002

This sermon reveals the preparations that we all need to make to welcome the coming King of Kings, and Lord of lords.

THE KING IS COMING Text-2nd Thessalonians 2:1-12 "Now we beseech you, brethren, by the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, and by our fathering together unto him, That ye be not soon shaken in mind, or be troubled, neither by spirit, nor by word, nor by letter ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Persistence In Prayer

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 17, 2001

God is looking for people who are persistent prayers; people who are prepared to be changed through prayer and people who have time for Him.

21-10-01 Briningham/Binham Luke 18:1-8 – Persistence in Prayer Father, we pray this morning that you will reveal more about the nature of prayer to us. We ask this in Jesus’ Name Amen. Story: At the turn of the century in Switzerland, a small ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

When We Need To Get Away From It All Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 13, 2003

Third sermon in the series, "Reality Prayer - How to Ask So God Will Answer".

We all want a place to go when we’re stressed or sad, tired or lonely, fearful or tempted, disappointed or discouraged - a place where we can unload our burdens and get some relief. When we feel insecure and inadequate we need a refuge - a shelter. We need a retreat. Prayer can transport us to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Peter's Description Of Love

Contributed by Walter Pankow on May 21, 2004

A description of what love is all about.

1 Peter 4:7-11. Exandi 1927. Volume 1. Page 55. The end is at hand. This truth is apparent to all, if we will but open our eyes, for it is a common, every day experience that of all the things we can see and feel nothing abides, but perishes under hand. The great floods of the Mississippi ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Glory To Be Revealed

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Christ's return will vindicate the faithful life we are now living in Christ.

Thesis: Christ's return will vindicate the faithful life we are now living in Christ. Intro.: 1. Illust. When I was a little boy growing up in Fredericksburg, VA the Second Coming of Christ was something that was very real to me. I'll never forget one hot, Summer Sunday night in June. As soon as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:12-13

Why Anglican Catholics Should Not Be Afraid Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Oct 20, 2001

A exploration of the gifts and fruits of the spirit in an Anglocatholic context: why we should not be shy of what the Holy Spirit has to offer us.

Sermon: 19th Sunday After Trinity, 21st October 2001 Text: John 16:1-11 Why Anglican Catholics should not be afraid of the Holy Spirit In the name of the +Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. I am a great fan of the cinema; it is a media which reflects the society for which it ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, John 16:1-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Ordination Sermon

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 8, 2007

Includes vows taken by the men being ordained, vows by their wives, by the Elders and by the congregation in attendance.

OPEN: Back in 1957 the 1st Brethren Church of Sarasota, Florida had a groundbreaking service. Ordinarily, a church will get a few shovels and certain people will turn over a few chunks of dirt. But recalling the words of Jesus, "Take my yoke upon you," this church decided to borrow an old one-horse ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 21, 2007

A series of messages on the ten commandments

THE TRUTH ABOUT TRUTH #5 “THE SABBATH” Exodus 20:8-11 * In preparing for this message, I was ready to begin with this statement- “this is the most maligned & violated of all commands.” Candidly- God arrested my heart & said, “Ok, hot shot--which is the least maligned command?” * So I reviewed all ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Baptist