Sermons on Stand Strong:

Building The Future Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Jan 4, 2007

On the Road to Bethlehem is a series leading up to Christmas day. Based on a series by Jim Bradford this is a historical look at Bethlehem that helps us bury our past, build our future, and birth a miracle in our lives.

Part 2 - On the Road to Bethlehem Building the Future 3 part series… on the way to Bethlehem… Mark spiritual encounter points as we prepare out hearts for the entrance of Jesus in powerful ways into our lives as we approach this Christmas! Ruth Chapter 1 15-19 15 "Look," said Naomi, "your ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:15-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

If You Can Survive The Process, Progress Is Guaranteed Series

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Jan 8, 2007

Today, the first thing that we must understand is that there are stages to success. The problem with most of us, young and old alike, is that we go through these stages voluntarily blind-folded. We take on this attitude of know-it-all when in actuality, w

If You Can Survive the Process, The Progress is Guaranteed! - Sermon 2 of 4 Deuteronomy 8:18 - But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day. Sermon: Last week we ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:18

Denomination: Baptist

Living Gracefully: Grace Is Like That Series

Contributed by Lloyd Ludwick on Jan 15, 2007

This sermon seeks to help us visualize some important truths about Grace. I used it as a "Grace 101" type of message.

NOTE: I preached this sermon for the first time a few years ago. I have tried to track down A SOURCE (even if it wasn’t’ the original source) for the illustrations used "BIG IDEA": Passages like Ephesians 2 and Luke 14 remind us that God freely and continually gives His Saving Grace to anyone ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paid In Full

Contributed by James May on Jan 15, 2007

Jesus didn’t have to suffer in hell for us. He Paid the Price in Full with His shed blood on the cross of Calvary.

Paid In Full By Pastor Jim May There are a lot of preachers in the land today that are preaching doctrines that are not only unscriptural but can be quite dangerous to your faith if we aren’t careful to check them out according to the Word of God. Paul to Timothy in 2 Timothy 2:15, "Study to ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Three Men And A Baby Series

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Jan 15, 2007

The Magi - their openness and responsiveness to God’s leading is an example for us today.

Christmas is a wonderful time of year, don’t you think? The lights, the songs, the decorations… they all seem to add so much. And there are a lot of traditions and a lot of other things that have become a part of the whole Christmas experience. And there’s always such a build-up toward the big day, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Die Another Day Series

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Jan 15, 2007

How far is it from Bethlehem to Calvary... Geographically, Historically, and Spiritually? Will you make that journey?

Well it’s almost here, and almost gone. By the end of the day on Wednesday it’ll be over. The presents will be opened, the turkey will have been eaten, the carols will have been sung and for all practical purposes Christmas 2002 will be but a fond memory. And yet it is only 17 weeks until we ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Wesleyan

Why The Conflict:: Science And The Bible Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 16, 2007

Our faith in the God of Creation is NOT blind or without reason. As Believers we don’t need to fear looking at the evidence around us.

Why> Series # 5 Why> the Conflict: Science and the Bible Psalm 19 Scripture Reading: Psalm 19:1-6 INTRODUCTION: FISH WARS power point and comments. 1. Science and Faith are not Enemies Hebrews 11:1 says Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. This ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Too Crowded! Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Jan 17, 2007

Sermon #2 for a Christmas series entitled Shopping for a Savior.

“SHOPPING FOR A SAVIOR” SERMON #2: “IT’S TOO CROWDED” LUKE 2:8-15 It was the fall heard around the world. A mob of Wal-Mart shoppers rushing for a $29 DVD player trampled Patricia Van Lester and knocked her unconscious on Friday, November 28, 2003 the day after Thanksgiving. Her sister, Linda ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Living In A Secular World

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 21, 2007

How do we live in, and respond to, the culture in which we live? The examples of: Jonah, Esther and Daniel.

How do Christians live in, and respond to, the culture in which they find themselves? About a half century ago, H. Richard Niebuhr attempted to answer that question in his book Christ and Culture. He offered five possible responses to the question. First, he said that some Christians have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

When Life Isn't Fair

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jan 24, 2007

As a Christian how should I react? What should I say? What should I do when I am treated unfairly? The greatest test of the Christian life is ones attitude when LIFE DOESN’T MAKE SENSE. For many of us life has been very smooth: health, prosperous, happy.

When Life Isn’t Fair Book of Job As most of you are aware I attempt to have my sermons lined out months in advance. This morning I have something to say that has not been on the burner for that long. But I bring a message that I feel that someone here needs. I am not sure who that someone is and ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In The Name Of Pride

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Sep 18, 2007

One of the worst characteristics, or symptoms, of pride is that it feeds off others in order to fill its host. Pride builds us up only by tearing others down.

Other Scripture used: Ecclesiasticus 10:(7-11)12-18 Hebrews 13:1-8 Luke 14:1,7-14 Psalm 112 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Ten Commandments – The Truth And Nothing But The Truth Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Sep 20, 2007

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS – The Truth and Nothing But the Truth. Whose family are you a member of? God’s family speaks the language of truth.

• Exodus 20:3-17 (NIV) [3] You shall have no other gods before me. [4] You shall not make for yourself an idol. . . [7] You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God. . . [8] Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. . . [12] Honor your father and your mother. . . [13] You shall not ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Becoming A Great Christian

Contributed by Tony Rivers on Sep 29, 2007

Jesus tells us that in order to be great, we must be willing to become servant to all.

Jesus Explains His Kingdom Matthew 20:20-28 Introduction: Attention: At one point during my seminary days, my wife and I gave up our jobs in Walters, Virginia so that we could return to Southeastern Seminary and so I could finish my degree. The plan worked out beautifully. I was able to move ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

A Mere Man

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Sep 30, 2007

In God’s eyes, there is no such thing as a mere man.

Title: A Mere Man? Text: 1 Cor 3:1 – 9 MP: In God’s eyes, there is no such thing as a mere man As summer begins to wind down, I don’t know about you, but I find it so hard to concentrate – to keep my focus. I can tell you that in my other job right now, work that is usually overflowing and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Worthless Worship Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Oct 2, 2007

What makes our worship worthless and meaningless? How can our worship become a genuine encounter with God?

Encountering God – Part 6 - Worthless Worship Review What is worship? Encountering/responding to God’s heart toward us. Why worship? B/c we were created for this purpose. What do we need? A relationship with God through Jesus Christ. He acted on our behalf when we were still His enemies. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 29:13, Isaiah 29:9-16

Denomination: Baptist