Sermons on Standing Together:

Rugby, Reality & Religious Rivalry (Mark 9:31-34)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 4, 2007

You get the feeling with Jesus and the disciples that they’re never really on the same wavelength. Indeed, you get the feeling that if the group were there together at a fool...

Yesterday was a great day for this community. Yes, I’m talking about the Newtown-St George Rugby game at Telstra Stadium, where our team, trailing by 2 points with only five minutes to go, ran in two tries to win by ten and get themselves a spot in next week’s Premier League Grand Final. Being ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:31-34

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

He Found The Way Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Mar 9, 2001

God promised that He’s provide the way for Ahaz and Judah to put things together properly, and, true to His Word, He did!

He Found a Way March 10, 2001 A Communion Service How many of you have ever purchased something that you had to assemble? I’ve done a fair bit of that over the years. I’ve bought and assembled a couple of children’s bicycles- they look simple, but watch out! We’ve bought and assembled quite a ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Acts To All The World PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to stand firm in their faith like Peter and John, boldly proclaiming their identity in Christ, regardless of opposition.

Good morning, beloved family of Christ. It warms my heart to see each and every one of you here today, gathered in the name of our Lord, eager to hear His word and to grow in His love. We are here today, not by chance or by habit, but by the divine appointment of our Heavenly Father. Our gathering ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-22

Topics: Identity

Yes Dear! Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Feb 17, 2010

Abraham sinned the same way Adam did by not taking leadership and a stand against his wife's sinful idea.

Have you ever watched those movies, usually war movies when a young couple falls deeply in love and wants to be married, but off the guy goes to war promising to come back to her, and she promises to faithfully wait for him no matter what? Then she hears that he’s missing or killed and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

What's Your "More" For?

Contributed by David Flowers on Sep 22, 2010

In this stand alone message, Dave talks about the new journey of Wildwind and what "more" should mean to us.

What’s Your “More” For? Wildwind Community Church David Flowers 6/27/2010 Here we are. Wow. I changed my mind about John chapter 12. Really, it’s a great chapter, and since I didn’t change my mind until the sermon on it was already written, I can tell you next ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7

Denomination: Free Methodist

Like Lucy

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 4, 2011

It takes the church, coming together in unity, with a common vision, a common mission, relinquishing our individual rights, in order to see things happen for the Kingdom.

In one of the Peanuts specials, Linus is reclining on the floor watching television. Lucy walks in and says to him, “Change the channel right now.” Linus says, “I was here first, why should I change the channel?” Lucy holds up her hand. She said, “You see these five ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

We Remember Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

As we remember and honor the past, we can stand firm in the present and have hope for the future, trusting in God's faithfulness.

Today, I want to talk about something we all struggle with - forgetting stuff. I mean, how many times have you forgotten your homework, your phone, or even your friend's birthday? It happens to all of us, right? But there are some things that are super important to remember, and that's what we're ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-7, Joshua 22:26-27, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Topics: Past Memories, Present Faithfulness, Future Hope

Recognizing Your Personality Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Feb 15, 2007

Using Rick Warren’s SHAPE acronym to discover how God has created each of us with unique personalities to be used together in serving in the church.

If you haven’t been with us in the last couple weeks let me get you up to date. We are in a series called “Created to be God’s Masterpiece.” This comes from Ephesians 2:10 of the NLT, “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so that we can do the good things he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Methodist

Maybe We Need To Listen To Saint Paul Tell Us The Value Of Moaning Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 19, 2020

The Spirit of God will help each of us, if we ask, to pray that the Will of God is always done on earth as it is in heaven, and to work together so that is accomplished in our day.

Sixteenth Sunday in Course 2020 The Plague Year Homilies I suppose if you walked into our chapel to pray one day, and found somebody kneeling or bowing down and giving off profound and continuous moans, you’d either call the rectory or EMS. But let me just throw a few realities at you: the entire ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43, Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Catholic

Ru-Acc The Tongue

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 30, 2007

RU-ACC stands for rise up and choose Christ. This message deals with the wrong and the right ways to use our tongues.

RU-ACC The Tongue GNLCC 5-2007 Proverbs 6:16-19 James 3:1-13 I want you to act a couple of scenes with me. Suppose your teacher has said something that really has hurt your feelings in front of the class. You are so angry and you want to get back at her. You remember that her son was ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Firsts And Foundations

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 6, 2013

Starting a new year, it's good to consider where we stand. Is it on solid ground - on Jesus, or is it on something that cannot last.

January 6, 2013 Sermon- Firsts and Foundations It’s the first Sunday in January. I like firsts. I like beginnings. There’s always so much potential in a new start. There’s so much hope as a thing begins. Now the new thing doesn’t actually have to be brand spanking new. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choices At The Crossroads PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Emphasize the importance of trusting in God, making wise choices based on faith, and standing firm in our commitment to serve the Lord.

Good morning, church family! I'm excited to be with you today as we delve into God's Word together. We're going to be hanging out in the Old Testament, specifically in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Joshua 24:15. These passages remind us of the importance of trusting in the Lord, making wise choices, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Joshua 24:15

Topics: Spiritual Choice, Fork In The Road

Trust In Immanuel Series

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Mar 13, 2022

Our Saviour is Immanuel, God with us—in the present tense. And He will be, now and always. This name can give us confidence. For if God is with us, no one can stand against us, and nothing can keep us from his love.

When Dad and Mom receive the good news that a child is on the way, there’s a few things they’ll do. Paint the baby room. Take a birthing class. And pick names. Dad and Mom might want to choose a name with a family connection, and name the little one after Grandpa or a favourite aunt. Or perhaps ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 16:5-9, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Act Like Men Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 17, 2022

To act like men, who are part of the cure, stay awake, stand in the faith, be strong, and do everything with love.

Just a few years ago (January 15, 2019), Gillette launched an ad as part of a campaign to address a range of male misbehaviors. The two-minute spot, entitled “We Believe,” addresses bullying and sexual harassment, leveraging Gillette’s longtime slogan in encouraging men to be the best they can be. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

That Day! Series

Contributed by Winson Butler on May 25, 2004

What a day it will be! The day that Jesus comes. The Word of God presents three intresting things concerning this event. Let’s examine them together.

"That Day..." Dr. E. Winson Butler Matthew 24:36-42 kjv (pg 858 NT white pew Bible) Introduction I. illus. When Jeb Bush (now Governor of Florida) came to Jacksonville, FL during his campaign, he made a stop at the Jacksonville Landing. Unfortunately I was downtown during that time and traffic ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-42

Denomination: Baptist