Sermons on Stance:

Once, For All!

Contributed by David Richardson on Jul 15, 2005

Paul has some thought provoking and compelling words in Romans six. Words that are designed to cut to the heart of the listener. Words that are well chosen to solicit a quick response from the heart of the Christian and the backslider.

Title: Once, for all! Scripture: Romans 6:9-14 9 For we know that since Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again; death no longer has mastery over him. 10 The death he died, he died to sin once for all; but the life he lives, he lives to God. 11 In the same way, count yourselves ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:9-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Article #4 - The Holy Scriptures Series

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Nov 7, 2006

Fourth in a series on the Nazarene Articles of Faith, this sermon looks at the how the Wesleyan Quadrilateral helps us to interpret Scripture.

Today, we come to look at the Article of Faith regarding Holy Scripture. Scripture has been important throughout human history, as it is the story which reveals God and His interactions with His creation. Scripture tells us of God’s Story, showing us His plan and His will. While it is not a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

Denomination: Nazarene

Mother Of Mine

Contributed by David Richardson on May 7, 2004

A godly Christian woman chosen by God that is kind and submissive to her husband and commended by those around her not only honors her father, mother, and her husband, but she is honoring God as well.

I. Introduction Depending upon who you are, where you were raised (north, south, east or west), how you were brought up, whether your family was low, middle or upper class, all of these may have had an impact upon what immediately goes through your mind when someone says Mother’s Day. For some, the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Faithful In The Face Of Persecution Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Nov 18, 2004

Learning about faithfulness through the examples of Paul and Barnabas

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 14:1-7 TITLE: “FAITHFUL IN THE FACE OF PERSECUTION” INTRODUCTION: A. At a retirement home in Florida, a group of residents were discussing their ailments: "My arms are so weak I can hardly lift ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stewardship Part 1 Time Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004

This is about time management.

How would you like to receive a check everyday? It would be the same amount as everyone else in the world. No matter how you spent it, you would get the same amount the next day and the next day. Wouldn’t that be nice? Well each and every one of us gets the same amount of time everyday. Each ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

God Is Love, So What? Series

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2004

We love because God first loved us, an introduction to 1 Corinthians 13 from 1 John 4.

Introduction God is love. It’s one of the unique claims of the Jewish / Christian tradition. Other religions have teach various truths about god. That he created, that he is just, that he is eternal. But only in the Jewish / Christian tradition do we have God is love. You look at the gods of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Holiness

Better Than A Bracelet

Contributed by Steve Brown on Nov 11, 2003

Speaks of the importance of memorizing Scripture and applying it to your everyday life.

Better Than a Bracelet Introduction: Scripture memorization is a powerful tool in our daily walk with our Lord. The reason it is such a compelling tool is because you can recall a passage that God has placed on your heart at a moment’s notice and use that passage to combat Satan’s attacks. One ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do These Stones Mean? Series

Contributed by Art Good on Aug 14, 2007

These stones speak to me of God’s grace. They are my pile of stones that remind me that God has worked powerfully in my life in times past, and He will do so again. These stones remind me of the thousands of stones God has moved in my life, of the thousan

How many early risers do we have here today? When you wake up you are ready to go! Wide awake! People who aren’t early risers can’t stand to be around you. When travel, I like to leave early! Excited to get where I’m going. Well, imagine dreaming and planning to go someplace your entire life. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Power Of Agreement Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 18, 2007

Part 3 focuses on what can happen when two come into agreement.

The Power of Agreement Part 3A Scriptures: Philippians 2:1-5; 13-15 Introduction A long time ago in a land not too far from here, there was this group of people who decided to leave their land in search of a place where they could have religious freedom. They packed up all of their ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Adding The Options Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Stratton on Nov 14, 2002

Learning how to become strong for the off-road times of life from 1 Timothy

“Adding the Options” I will never forget the first time that I ordered a car. Gayle and I had just gone to Moores Hill 1st Baptist Church a few months earlier. Everything went well there except for our Toyota Corolla hatchback. We had purchased that car from an Uncle and it had seen some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

"Methods All Christians Need To Use In Order To Remain Faithful To Their Id

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Feb 8, 2002

Year A. First Sunday of Lent Matthew 4: 1-11 February 17, 2002 Title: “Methods all Christians need to use in order to remain faithful to their identity as children of God.

Year A. First Sunday of Lent Matthew 4: 1-11 February 17, 2002 Title: “Methods all Christians need to use in order to remain faithful to their identity as children of God.” After his baptism Jesus overcomes temptations to misuse his God-given powers by consulting Scripture and following its ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Gifts This Christmas

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 26, 2002

A look at the various gifts that God gives to each of us.

God’s Gifts to Us December 9, 2001 Here they are I know you’ve been waiting for them, the top 10 real Christmas wishes. 10) A new SUV that would fit in my stocking 9) Two words: Batteries Included 8) No Payments until 2050 7) To Get Christmas Cards out by Easter 6) To complete Christmas shopping ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Wesleyan

Love God. Love People. Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 20, 2008

When Jesus was asked what mattered most to God, he said two things: Love God. Love People. This is the begining of series abou these two commands.

This sermon is taken from my latest book, “The Greatest Commands: Learning To Love Like Jesus.” Each chapter is sermon length, alliterated, and focuses on the life and love of Jesus. You can find it here: www.amazon.com/gp/product/1606471120 Love God. Love People. Scott Bayles, pastor First ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Christian Church

New Beginnings Series

Contributed by Grant Van Boeschoten on Feb 1, 2008

Isaiah 43:18-19 (NRSV) 18 Do not remember the former things, or consider the things of old. 19 I am about to do a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.

New Beginnings Grant van Boeschoten January 20, 2007 There are a lot of golfers out there who have convinced themselves that it is OK to cheat, they even came up with a name for it so that it didn’t sound so bad. It’s called a Mulligan, a do over, a second chance. Here is how it goes. You step ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Do Not Be Deceived - God Is Not Mocked Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 25, 2008

Part 2 focuses on what Paul teaches us in Galatians chapter six.

Do Not Be Deceived, God Is Not Mocked Part 2 Scripture: Galatians 5:25-26; 6:1-10 Introduction: In part one of this series I focused on the seeds that are being planted within us. I shared with you that God is sowing seeds within us every time we hear or study His word. The seeds that are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational