Sermons on Staying Strong:

Good Grief Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 25, 2006

The Body of Christ needs to learn how to administer “Good Grief” in loss, in crisis and in trauma situations of life.

“Good Grief -- part 2” On the lighter side of life: TO ALL THE KIDS WHO WERE BORN IN THE 1930’s 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and 70’s! First, we survived being born to mothers who smoked and/or drank while they carried us. They took aspirin, ate blue cheese dressing, tuna from a can, and didn’t get tested ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Control Your Cravings Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jan 28, 2006

4th in a 5 part series from the book of James on making practical application to real problems.

RELIGION THAT REALLY WORKS - Week 4 CONTROL YOUR CRAVINGS JAMES 4:1-8 INTRODUCTION: Several summers ago the Cleveland Plain Dealer ran an article entitled "The Gold Circled Ring." It told about some Kent State University students that were arrested because of their involvement in a conspiracy ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-8

Denomination: Christian Church

Mommy 101

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jan 28, 2006

Sermon suitable for Mother’s Day

MOMMY 101 2 Timothy 1:3-5, 3:14&15 INTRODUCTION The first preacher that ever came to his town was stoned and left for dead by an angry mob. You see, Zeus was worshipped in that town. There was a temple erected for Zeus just outside the city gates and no one wanted to hear about Jesus. His dad ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You've Got Mail

Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Feb 3, 2006

God has spoken to us through Jesus Christ. He has sent us mail through Jesus who is the message and the messenger rolled into one.

Did I get any mail? This is one of the most common questions we find ourselves asking. I suppose all of us like to receive mail. We all like someone say to us, “You’ve got mail.” There is something rewarding and exciting about receiving mail, even if it is junk mail. If nothing else it, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Reach Out And Touch Him"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Feb 7, 2006

Jesus is waiting for us to just reach out and touch Him, like the woman with the issue of blood. Everybody has "issues" ... Jesus can meet them.

“Reach Out And Touch Him” INTRODUCTION: Read Mark 5:21-24 The story begins with a request by Jairus, a ruler of the synagogue, for Jesus to heal his daughter. Then, on the way to his house, they are interrupted by a sick woman … 5:25-34. Then, after dealing with this sick woman, word came that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Talk To Your Tears

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 8, 2006

Tears have a great purpose in your life. Sometimes pain is a very valuable gift.

Psalms 126:5-6 They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. [6] He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him. l. INTRODUCTION -- TEARS A. General -Even after having spent twenty years working in the medical ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Acquatic Judgment Of God Series

Contributed by Peter Chan on Feb 11, 2005

The Flood in Genesis is not a fairytale but a fact that should teach us not to be mistaken about God’s faithfulness in His promises to bless and to judge.

Introduction The question was asked, “Who in the Bible displayed financial wizardry?” The answer: “It was Noah. While the whole world was in liquidation, he kept his stocks afloat!” As I did a search on the Internet on “Noah’s Ark”, I came across a webpage where there was a colourful picture of the ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Da Vinci Code: Faith, Fact, Or Fiction?

Contributed by Hal Seed on Feb 16, 2005

Two years ago, author Dan Brown wrote a novel that debuted at the top of the NY Times bestseller list. The Da Vinci Code has sold over 10 million copies, it’s been translated into over 40 languages. It’s a book that has become a catalyst for all kinds of

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

"The Great Cover-Up” Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Feb 22, 2005

2nd in 3 part series on marriage.

“THE GREAT COVER-UP” (Understanding our Roles in Marriage) EPHESIANS 5:21-33 INTRODUCTION: (Video Clip - Mona Lisa Smile - Chp. 24:1:30:20 - 1:32:45 - 2:25) It is obvious that Ms. Watson, played by Julia Roberts and Joan, played by Julia Stiles, have very different views on the role of a wife. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Christian Church

Faith Opens The Door - 1 John 5 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 25, 2005

Faith is the key that opens the doors to many spiritual truths and divine experiences in our life.

Faith opens the doors! Thesis: Faith is the key that opens the doors to many spiritual truths and divine experiences in our life. Video Illustration: From backstage Volume 2 “Faith In the White House” Scripture Text: 1 John 5:1-21 1Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Secret Soldiers, Secret Traitors"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Mar 5, 2005

About two men who worked in secret. One for the Lord and one against.

This portion of Mark’s gospel reads like a novel of intrigue and suspense. With the Passover on the horizon, the religious elite are plotting to murder Jesus. A woman, identified in John’s gospel as Mary, anoints the head of Jesus with costly perfume and it makes Judas angry. Not because it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:10-20

Denomination: Orthodox

Keep Your Promises Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 2, 2005

Christ-followers need to be people of integrity who faithfully do what they say they will do.

(based on Southeast Christian Church’s series “Living a Life of Integrity”) SERIES: “WORDS OF WISDOM FOR KINGDOM LIVING” TEXT: MATTHEW 5:33-37 TITLE: “KEEP YOUR PROMISES” INTRODUCTION: A. A wealthy businessman lay on his deathbed. His preacher came to visit and talked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love Your Enemies Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 10, 2005

Christ-followers seek to model His character when others choose to harm or humiliate us.

(adapted from Southeast Christian Church’s series: Living a Life of Integrity"0 SERIES: “WORDS OF WISDOM FOR KINGDOM LIVING” TEXT: MATTHEW 5:38-48 TITLE: “LOVE YOUR ENEMIES” INTRODUCTION: A. A truck driver is sitting in a crowded roadside diner ready to eat his lunch. It’s not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Covet God's Approval Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 17, 2005

As Christ-followers, we should only be concerned about pleasing an audience of One.

(adapted from Southeast Christian Church’s series: “Living a Life of Integrity”) SERIES: “WORDS OF WISDOM FOR KINGDOM LIVING” TEXT: MATTHEW 6:1-4 TITLE: “COVET GOD’S APPROVAL” INTRODUCTION: A. I read about a person who went to a concert at a beautiful old art-deco theatre. At ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It’s About Time [management - Stewardship]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 20, 2005

God gives us no "rollover minutes". Weblink included to Formatted Text Version, Handout, and ready-made Powerpoint Presentation. This message will make you think about what’s really important, and gives practical solutions to our busy schedules.

It’s About Time Psalm 90 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/AboutTime.html Imagine there is a bank that credits your account each morning with $86,400. It carries over no balance from day to day. Every evening deletes whatever part of the balance you failed to use during the day. What would you do? ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-12, Psalm 90:1

Denomination: Baptist