Sermons on Stairway:

A Clear Call To A Complete Committal To Christ

Contributed by John White on Nov 23, 2006

In a day of easy believism and when it seems so easy for some to profess to be committed Christians, Paul calls us to a complete and unreserved committment to Christ..

A CLEAR CALL FOR A COMPLETE COMMITTAL TO CHRIST "I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Solving Big Problems In My Life Through Teamwork Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Nov 4, 2007

Three ways teamwork can help me solve my big problems.

As we continue our series today on Teamwork, “Together We Make a Difference,” we’re going to look at “Solving Big Problems in My Life Through Teamwork.” A lot of the problems I face in life, especially the bigger ones, often aren’t solvable on my own. Not only do I need God’s help but I also need ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Kiss The Son Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 25, 2015

Don’t listen to the voice of rebellion. Instead, listen to the Father’s voice of rebuke, the Son’s voice of resolve, and the Spirit’s voice of reason: Jesus is King. Worship, honor, and trust Him.

S. I. McMillen, in his book None of These Diseases, tells a story of a young woman who wanted to go to college, but her heart sank when she read the question on the application blank that asked, “Are you a leader?” Being both honest and conscientious, she wrote, “No,” and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Treasuring God's Miracles Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 4, 2012

Exodus 3& 4 are all about an amazing encounter with a persistent, awesome miracle-working God. But just what can we learn about this God?

“Treasuring God’s Miracles” Exodus 3:11-4:13 One of our Hope Church members said something to me a few days ago that was significant and wonderful. She was commenting on how over the last couple of years the General Fund giving was going down, but that it was amazing how expenses ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Can You See The Signs?

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 27, 2016

Tesla song-signs, signs, everywhere signs. There are signs everywhere; some literal and some spiritual. It pays to heed both kinds. Ace of Base song-I saw the sign and it opened up my eyes. Hopefully when we see the sign from God it will open up our eyes.

CAN YOU SEE THE SIGNS? INTRODUCTION: Tesla song Signs-signs, signs, everywhere signs. Ace of Base song I saw the sign-I saw the sign and it opened up my eyes. There are signs everywhere; some of them literal and some of them spiritual. It pays to heed both kinds; especially the spiritual. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Facing The Giants Of Your Life With Prayer Series

Contributed by Christopher Gregas on May 17, 2011

A message that encourages us to commit the great challenges and trials in our life to God in prayer.

“Facing The Giants In Your Life With Prayer” Text: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30 We all have probably heard the story of David and Goliath in I Samuel 17…how God used a brave young man full of faith to face a huge hulk of a man so that God could get the glory. With sling in hand, he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I'm So Lonesome I Could Cry Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 10, 2021

Loneliness is a universal experience. It is another emotion that God has given us for our wellbeing. Loneliness can alert us to our need to draw closer to God and to others. God's provision for the lonely is a spiritual family.

A. Once upon a time there were three friends who were stranded on a desert island. 1. They found a magic lantern containing a genie who granted them each one wish. 2. The first guy wished he was off the island and back home – Poof it was granted. 3. The second guy wished for the same – Poof it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:6, Isaiah 41:10, Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 28:20, John 14:16, Psalm 73:23-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Turing Trials Into Triumphs Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 7, 2021

The first subject that James addresses in his letter is how to face our trials. His suggestion is shocking: we should welcome our trials with joy. But his reason for the suggestion makes sense when you understand things from God's perspective.

A. In Max Lucado’s book, In The Eye Of The Storm, he tells a story about a parakeet named Chippie. 1. Chippie the parakeet never saw it coming -one second he was peacefully perched in his cage, and the next he was sucked in, washed up and blown over. 2. The problem began when Chippie’s owner ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4, Job 5:7, Job 23:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Law And The Lord

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

Christ was the event toward which the whole history of the Old Testament moved. Without the Old Testament we cannot know what it was that He fulfilled, and, therefore, the Old Testament is a vital part of the Christian faith.

Misunderstanding is a part of life, and much of the laughter of life is due to it. One little guy surprised his whole family one evening at the supper table by asking which virgin was Jesus' mother? Was it the Mary virgin, or the King James Virgin? He had misunderstood one word and was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

The Choices That Change Us Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 16, 2023

Message 8 in an expositional series through Paul's "second" letter to the church in the ancient Greek city of Corinth where he defends his apostleship and corrects serious doctrinal errors within this young church.

The Brule River, which is on the border between Michigan and Wisconsin, flows for roughly 44 miles with clear, sparkling water. It is inhabited by an abundant population of speckled, rainbow, and brown trout. At one point the Iron River, muddy and thick with sediment of ore and clay, merges with ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Carpet Made Of Coats Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Mar 27, 2002

An authentic biblical community will affirm Jesus’ identity. On Palm Sunday, those who recognized Jesus honored Him. We can do the same when we follow their example.

His Name Is Jesus – Part 4 March 24, 2002 Big Idea: An authentic biblical community will affirm Jesus’ identity. INTRODUCTION ILLUS - Picabo Street first joined the U.S. Ski Team when she was only 17. She went on to become the only American skier to ever win the World Cup downhill ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What To Do When In A Dungeon

Contributed by Dr. Stan Coffey on Oct 29, 2001

Jesus is with you through all your trials and tribulation

WHAT TO DO WHEN IN A DUNGEON Act 23:11 Dr. Stan Coffey Sometime ago I was in the Holy Land along with some of our members. We had the privilege to go places I had not been on previous trips. They had discovered since the last time I had been there the house of the High Priest, Caiphas and it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:11

Denomination: Baptist

"Unto Us, God's Gift - Jesus"

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Dec 23, 2008

WHAT IS THE BEST GIFT EVER GIVEN? The best Christmas present ever given, in all of the world, would have to be the LORD Jesus Christ, God’s Son for our Salvation! That is mankind’s greatest present ever!

Cornerstone Church December 21, 2008 “UNTO US, GOD’S GIFT - JESUS” Luke 2:8-14 WHAT IS THE WORST CHRISTMAS GIFT GIVEN AT CHRISTMAS? According ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

He Touched Me Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 27, 2009

If we want to meet the real needs of real people, then like Jesus, we must touch the untouchable, forgive the unforgivable, and befriend the despicable.

He Touched Me! (Mark 1:40 – 2:17) A soldier was wounded in a battle and ordered to the nearest military hospital. Arriving at the entrance, he saw two doors: one marked “For Minor Wounds,” the other “For Serious Wounds.” He entered the first door and walked down a long hallway. At the end of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Bringing Others To Jesus

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Oct 7, 2009

“Bringing others to Jesus is the most important ministry we can do as Christ’s disciples."

BRINGING OTHERS TO JESUS Luke 5:17-26 Proposition: “Bringing others to Jesus is the most important ministry we can do as Christ’s disciples." Objective: My purpose is to challenge God’s people concerning the importance of bringing others to Jesus today. INTRODUCTION: Illus: During one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Baptist