Sermons on Steven Furtick:

How To Meet God's Expectations

Contributed by Steven Dow on Jul 9, 2002

This sermon teaches us about the greatness of God’s kingdom and the high expectations that go along with it.

WHAT DOES GOD EXPECT FROM ME? Matthew 13:31-33;44-50 July 14, 2002 Pastor Steve Dow INTRODUCTION: Too many Christians today take their religion too lightly. Commitment among Christians is at an all time low? The Bible commands us to give ten percent of our income to God and yet the average ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-50

Defining Ourselves By Our Burden

Contributed by Steven Witt on Jul 17, 2002

Discovering God’s heart through the burden of the Apostle Paul for the lost.

“Brethren, my heart’s desire and my prayer to God for them is for their salvation.” - Romans 10:1, NASB 1. Not Everyone Can Understand (“Brethren…”) · A non-believer cannot understand · A nominal believer cannot understand · A self-centered believer cannot understand · An immature believer ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1

Denomination: Baptist

Life Lessons Learned From A Wounded Wrestler

Contributed by Steven Dow on Jul 17, 2002

We’ve all wrestled with God and so we can learn some valuable lessons from Jacob, the Wounded Wrestler.

JACOB: LIFE LESSONS LEARNED FROM A WOUNDED WRESTLER Genesis 32:22-32 July 21, 2002 INTRODUCTION: Allow me to set the stage for you. Jacob had not seen his brother, Esau, in a long time and he was very apprehensive about their meeting. You see, many years earlier Jacob tricked his brother out ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32

How Relationships Are Done Here Series

Contributed by Steven Witt on Jul 24, 2002

“How Relationships Are Done Here!” - Working out Christlikeness within the relationships of a local church.

Christlikeness Displayed in the Church “How Relationships Are Done Here!” Colossians 3:12-17 I. God Does… 1. Chooses us (12) 2. Forgives us (13) II. We do Through His Power : 1. Put on a “heart of”: a. Compassion (12) b. Kindness (12) c. Humility (12) d. Gentleness ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Go Down With The Ship

Contributed by Steven Dow on Jul 26, 2002

This message will show you how to "walk on water" in the midst of life’s storms.

DON’T GO DOWN WITH THE SHIP! Matthew 14:22-33 July 28, 2002 INTRODUCTION: Two hunters came across a bear so big that they dropped their rifles and ran for cover. One man climbed a tree while the other hid in a nearby cave. The bear was in no hurry to eat, so he sat down between the tree and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

If Rock Could Talk Part 1

Contributed by Steven Pace on Aug 14, 2002

What if rock of the old testament could talk what would they say? This sermon looks at the significant of rocks in the Old Testament... I think you will like it

If Rock Could Talk Part 1 Luke 19:40-40 If Rocks Could Talk Part 1 Luke 19:40 A new year brings many thoughts to my mind. As we close in on the end of 2003 I started thinking about the verse and wondering, “If the stones of the bible could cry out what would they say? So today’s message I have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:40, Nehemiah 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

If Rocks Could Talk Part 2 New Testament

Contributed by Steven Pace on Aug 14, 2002

This is the New Testament Version of If Rocks Could Talk if you liked part one you will love Part 2. Ends with the Stone being rolled away

If Rocks Could Talk Part II New Testament Luke 19:40 The central text for this two part message in Luke 19:40 where Jesus was making the triumphal entry into Jerusalem and the Pharisees were trying to get him to quit down the crowed. Jesus answered them saying, “I tell you the truth if these keep ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:40

Denomination: Baptist

General Wedding

Contributed by Steven Pace on Aug 14, 2002

This is a good short wedding. I use it often and always gets great response

Wedding of June 3, 2002 Opening Words; We are gathered here today in the sight of God and in the presence of this company to witness the union of ____________ and ____________ in Christian marriage. May our Heavenly Father look down upon this event with his smile of approval. May the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

Complete Wedding

Contributed by Steven Pace on Aug 14, 2002

This is a complete wedding including unity candle with a twist... and marriage covenat signing at the end

Wedding of _________and ________ June 22, 2002 Prelude music Marching music Wedding March On behalf of the families of __________ and _____________ I thank you for coming today to witness this blessed occasion. The uniting of ______________________ and ______________________ in Christian ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

Non Believers Funeral

Contributed by Steven Pace on Aug 14, 2002

This was a funeral service for a new believer that sneeks in the full gospel

Song Obituary I would like to thank all of you on behalf of Allie’s family for being here today, I know that it means a lot to them. We’re here today to remember Allie’s life, and how his life touched each one of use that are here today. Some of you knew Allie for a long time. Some of you grew ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Jesus Home Series

Contributed by Steven Kellett on Oct 1, 2002

The healing of Peter’s Mother-in-law. Not only must we invite Jesus into our hearts, but also into our homes.

29And immediately after they came out of the synagogue, they came into the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John. 30Now Simon’s mother-in-law was lying sick with a fever; and immediately they spoke* to Jesus about her. 31And He came to her and raised her up, taking her by the hand, and the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Standing Firm In The Lord

Contributed by Steven Dow on Oct 3, 2002

Discover the six things that we must do in order to stand our ground on the spiritual battlefielf of life.

STANDING FIRM IN THE LORD Philippians 4:1-9 October 6, 2002 INTRODUCTION: Too many Christians are failing to stand their ground on the spiritual battlefield of life. We want our Christianity to be soft and easy. We want our spiritual development to be quick and painless. And so when ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

God's Blueprint For Ministry

Contributed by Steven Dow on Oct 9, 2002

From this passage we will discover God’s blueprint for effective ministry modeled for us by the apostle Paul.

God’s Blueprint For Effective Ministry Paul’s Ministry Manual 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16 October 13, 2002 Introduction: (v. 1) Too many churches today are doing ministry their way instead of doing it God’s way. In fact so many of us have been doing ministry our way for so long that we don’t even ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16

Cub Or Cardinal - Which Fan Are You?

Contributed by Steven Platt on Oct 11, 2002

A look at the differences between a St. Louis Cardinal Fan and a Chicago Cubs Fan. Yes it is biblical, yes it applies to our daily lives.

Editors Note: This sermon was preached in Western Illinois about halfway between St. Louis and Chicago. Because of our location, we have a split in each fan base. Teams may be substituted to fit your location. Title: Faith of our Fathers Text Hebrews 11:17-22 October, 06, 2002 Heb 11:17-22 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Broken But Not Beyond Repair

Contributed by Steven Glover on Oct 17, 2002

In the eyes of men we may be broken;however, in the eyes of Jesus we are not beyond repair.

Title: “Broken But Not Beyond Repair” Text: Isaiah 42:1-3; Matthew 12:14-21 Introduction: It would appear that a delightful word picture is found within our text. The great prophet Isaiah had been gathering the thin reeds, which grew so plentifully in the Jordan valley. The reeds were useful as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:14-21, Isaiah 42:1-3

Denomination: Baptist