Sermons on Stick:

God Uses Imperfect People

Contributed by James Buchanan on Jun 19, 2004

From the book of Judges, we see the story of Ehud and how God uses imperfect people (like you and I) to accomplish his purposes.

Now, this is not a true story—mind you, but an apocryphal writing in which the pope in medieval times was persuaded by some of his more conservative advisors to endure no longer the presence of Jews in the very heart and core of world Christianity. The Jews of Rome were evicted from their homes by ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:12-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Final Judgement

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jul 17, 2004

We all need to live each day fully for Him.

The Final Judgment Matthew 25: 31-46 25:40 LETTER FROM A PASTOR To My Dear Friend, Pastor Phil Blowhorn, I sure hope attendance at your church was better than my church. Mercy, pastoring ain’t always easy, now is it? We had us a bunch of sick folk, and them added to all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Wesleyan

One Nation Under God? Series

Contributed by Alex Perednia on Jun 22, 2003

As Americans, we should be thankful for our citizenship in this great nation under God. But, Christians have dual citizenship and have been incorporated into "one new humanity" in the church of Jesus Christ.

INTRODUCTION "One Nation Under God…" That phrase, One Nation Under God, which features so prominently in our Pledge of Allegiance has been the subject of much discussion and has become the scrutiny of many people over the last year. It all started last year when a self-avowed atheist by the name ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Abundant Life

Contributed by John Johnson on Jun 24, 2003

Jesus came that we might have life and have it more abundantly.

John 10:10 Many times the Lord Jesus used the expression "I am," which is one of the titles of deity. The word am is the present singular of be. It means something that is happening at this present moment. Jesus is saying here, "I am,". Not will be, not maybe, not might be, but I am. When we ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Baptist

Stepping Up To The Plate

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jun 27, 2003

The church must be self-perpetuating, so it is important for young people to know what is expected of them in the church.

June 29, 2003 Morning Service Text: 1 Timothy 3:8-13 Subject: Christian Leadership Title: Stepping Up to the Plate I have been a Cardinal baseball fan all my life. I like other sports as well but there is something about Cardinal baseball that makes all the others pale in comparison. When I look ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Battle Worth Fighting

Contributed by William White Jr on Jul 2, 2003

THIS IS A MESSAGE OF ENCOURAGEMENT.

A BATTLE WORTH FIGHTING (Ephesians 6:10-18) As I look back over my life, I thank God for the life that I have lived. God blessed me to have some wonderful parents, some wonderful grandparents, a wonderful rearing church family, and a reasonable portion of health and strength. God blessed me to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Holiness

It's Not About Power Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 16, 2003

In the Kingdom of God, the rules about power are different. We value humility, spiritual security, and service. Sermon for Deacon Ordination and for Super Bowl Sunday!

May I take you on a small fantasy this morning? May I just tease your imagination a little? It is a 6:30 this evening. You are seated in Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego. The ritual coin tosses have been performed, the national anthem has been sung, and we are ready to start Super Bowl 32. Out ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Setbacks In Life

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 18, 2003

Naaman overcame his setback in life when he was challenged to put his faith in God. We overcome life’s problem by seeking God, submitting to His way and trusting Him completely.

2 Kings 5:1-14 Overcoming Setbacks In Life Imagine this: You graduated from the University with honours. You are intelligent and were soon employed by a big and famous company. You did well and were promoted a few times. Now a CEO of the company, and business continues to expand to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Go!

Contributed by Johnny Small on Jul 19, 2003

Christ commands us to go and witness to others. This isn’t optional. Witnessing and serving is commanded of all of us.

Go! A couple of weeks ago I preached a sermon about the three most important words in the Bible. These words are “God so Loved”. Because of these three words, all people, of all colors, of all cultures has the hope of eternal life in Heaven with God our Father, if people will except Christ as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-25, Matthew 18:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Build Upon The Rock

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Aug 3, 2003

In a life filled with trials and storms, we must be certain we build upon the Rock. How can we be sure of our foundation?

“Build Upon the Rock” As you may know, hurricane season is fast approaching, in fact it officially begins for us on June 1st. And I’m sure that because of names like Hazel, Fran, and Floyd, none of us here need be reminded that hurricanes are one of nature’s most destructive and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:47-49, Matthew 7:21

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Five Signs Of Stubbornness Towards God

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 7, 2003

Our stubbornness towards God can be terminal in our walk with Him.

Five Signs of Stubbornness Toward God (adapted from a message preached by Dr. Dave Hartson) June 1, 2003 Chester First Baptist, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A From Proceedings, the magazine of the Naval Institute, Stephen Covey captured a great truth about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Giant Killer

Contributed by Paul Tuck on Aug 12, 2003

This is a narrative of David’s victory over Goliath over Gath, with some timely applications.

HOW TO BE A GIANT-KILLER I Samuel 17: 1-10, 32-36, 45-51 Israel is in a show-down with their old arch enemy, the Philistines. The Philistines are on one mountain and the Israelites on another, with a valley between them. Both armies seem to be at a standstill, with neither one wanting to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-51

Denomination: Baptist

The Benediction

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Aug 14, 2003

The farewell sermon delivered by Dr. Pittendreigh to the Sunrise Presbyterian Church, after over 7 years of ministry with them.

The Rev. Dr. Maynard Pittendreigh Senior Pastor August 17, 2003 The Final Sermon Of Dr. Pittendreigh As The Senior Pastor Of Sunrise Church Numbers 6:22-27 22 The LORD said to Moses, 23 "Tell Aaron and his sons, ’This is how you are to bless the Israelites. Say to them: 24 "’ "The LORD bless you ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Freedom In Christ Series

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Aug 19, 2003

Once you’ve been set free in Christ, don’t be entangled again in the bondage of various types of legalism.

FREEDOM IN CHRIST TEXT: Galatians 5:1-15 INTRODUCTION: A. SKATING ON THE LORD’S DAY 1. A pastor got up one Sunday morning and all the roads were icy. 2. The streets were all blocked off and there was no way for him to drive to church. 3. He was forced to skate on the river to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-15

Are You Chained Or Are You Anchered

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Feb 6, 2003

This sermon deals with the chains of sin that binds us from the relationship with Christ and what we need to set our Anchor on the Rock.

ARE YOU CHAINED OR ANCHORED 1/27/03 Hebrews 6:19-20 Are you chained or anchored? What is the difference? To be chained means that you are bound to something. Remember the master of Magicians, Houdini, would chain himself in some form or another and hang upside down, or submerged ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:19-20, Hebrews 6:9-20

Denomination: *other