Sermons on Stinky Stuff:

Harnessing The Power Of The Word Of God In Your Life

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 4, 2004

This sermon shares 5 steps toward more fully experiencing the power of God’s Word in your daily life.

- for too many, the Bible ends up being a coffee table decoration, but not something that is a powerful force in their daily life. - v. 12a - “powerful” - the Word of God is powerful. - I struggled at the beginning in writing this message about the power of the Word because I was looking more ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Chronicles Of Daniel #1: Undefiled

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jul 22, 2004

AN UNDEFILED LIFE IS USABLE FOR GOD AND HIS KINGDOM!

THE CHRONICLES OF DANIEL #1: UNDEFILED DANIEL 1: 1-21 JULY 18, 2004 INTRODUCTION: Quotes Topic: Christian Character/Fruits We are not to be isolated but insulated, moving in the midst of evil but untouched by it. Separation is contact without contamination. Jesus was “holy, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Excess Baggage

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Apr 2, 2006

JUST AS HEAVY BAGS IN THE LITERAL SENSE WILL WEIGH YOU DOWN, HEAVY BAGGAGE FROM OUR PAST WILL ALSO WEIGH US DOWN SPIRITUALLY. THE CHALLENGE FOR US TODAY IS TO LET GO OF OUR PAST, OUR PAST PROBLEMS, OUR CARES, CONCERNS, MISTAKES, AND FAILURES.

EXCESS BAGGAGE I SAMUEL 10:20-23 . . . NEIGHBOR (BOLD STATEMENT) – YOU/SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS CARRYING TOO MUCH BAGGAGE. FIRST SUNDAY . . . SPRING FORWARD. . . SEASONAL CHANGE/SPIRITUAL CHANGE – EXCESS BAGGAGE THE YEAR WAS 2000 WHEN R&B, HIP-HOP, NEO SOUL ARTIST ERYKAH BADU RELEASED A SINGLE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Going Gets Tough Series

Contributed by Timothy Brown on Mar 26, 2007

There are certain things you should do when life gets rough and tough.

“Journey Through Gethsemane: Part II” Matthew 26:46 When the Going Gets Tough Introduction: The phrase, “when the going gets tough,” is a phrase that would lead one to think that a situation or a circumstance has gone bad. In the case of Jesus and his journey through the garden, at this point, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:46-56

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Be Foolish

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 18, 2006

How we use our time reveals the priority God has in our lives. We should be careful to always seek first the will of God.

Don’t Be Foolish – Ephesians 5: 15 - 20 Intro: I’m not real fond of country music. Perhaps it’s because my dad and his brothers had a country band that practiced at our house --- The one thing I do like about country music are the titles for the songs. Here are a few I remember reading in a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Clean Sweep: The Sort Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 18, 2005

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Closet Christianity".

Series: Closet Christianity [#3] CLEAN SWEEP: THE SORT 1 Samuel 17 Introduction: Joshua and the Israelites had to deal with the sin of Achan. God exposed what was going on so that the people could again be victorious. Last week we started our clean sweep by taking everything out of our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-46, Isaiah 1:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Hardships And Rewards Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

PAUL USES THREE PORTRAITS TO EXHORT TIMOTHY TO DEDICATE HIMSELF TO THE HARD WORK OF THE GOSPEL MINISTRY – FOCUSED ON THE ULTIMATE REWARD

TITLE: THE RIGHT STUFF FOR THE HARD WORK OF THE GOSPEL MINISTRY (COUNT THE COST … AND BE WILLING TO PAY IT!) HARDSHIPS AND REWARDS! BIG IDEA: PAUL USES THREE PORTRAITS TO EXHORT TIMOTHY TO DEDICATE HIMSELF TO THE HARD WORK OF THE GOSPEL MINISTRY – FOCUSED ON THE ULTIMATE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What God Saw In The Church At Corinth

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Nov 1, 2002

A study of God’s perspective on the Corinthians and applying this perspective to us today.

WHAT GOD SAW IN THE CHURCH AT CORINTH I COR. 3 THE STORY IS TOLD OF A SALESMAN WHO WAS TRAVELING IN THE RURAL MOUNTAINS AND HOLLOWS OF APPALACHIA. HE STOPPED AT A HOME HOPING TO MAKE A SALE, AND BEGAN TO SHOW HIS WARES TO THE OLD MAN OUT PLOWING IN THE FIELD. NOTHING HE HAD SEEMED OF INTEREST ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Single Focus

Contributed by Kris Roberts on May 14, 2004

A message challenging teens to put Christ first place in their lives.

“SINGLE FOCUS” 1. INTRODUCTION Matthew 6:24 says… "No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and Money.” · Show “Who do you serve?” clip · Everyone serves someone or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24, Mark 10:17-23

Denomination: United Methodist

Tools For Living: Part 1 Series

Contributed by John Pierce on Jan 7, 2006

God has given us certain tools for life.

“The Toolbox” Open with the description of the two tools boxes… Highlight the differences in outward appearance… one is well taken care of, sturdy looking, etc Toolbox is for putting stuff into, what is in the red one. Kinda what you would expect… the outside give a preview of the inside. Note ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"The New Me"

Contributed by Terry Moon on Sep 25, 2005

Today we will reference to the story of Saul and his transformation into Paul in the book of Acts. We will talk about how God transformed Paul’s life forever when he had his Damascus road experience. God used Paul to preach and teach His people so that t

Reference Scripture: Romans 12:1-2 I. Romans 12:1a – Sacrifice – means to give up something. Question: What makes me new?  When I make the decision to give up and get rid of the old stuff.  When I make the decision to give up and get rid of some people. What are you willing to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is No Plan "B"

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Jul 29, 2008

A message on stewardship focusing on our carrying the Gospel in words and deeds.

STEWARDSHIP Part 1-There Is No Plan “B” Matthew 16:13-19 January 6, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee Who has a key to your house? Who do you trust with access to your stuff while you’re gone? We don’t trust people easily when it comes to the big things of our lives. God doesn’t either. In Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

The “up’s” And “down’s” Of Living For God

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Jul 27, 2010

staying consistant

THE “UP’S” AND “DOWN’S” OF LIVING FOR GOD 2/11/2010 Intro. Too many “up’s” and “down’s” in the church. Too many roller coaster ride Christians! In the medical field they have a name for that! And they realize the danger of it ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's That Smell?

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Nov 12, 2008

This is a devotional used during a Fall Festival, held in a cow pasture, "For we are to God the aroma of Christ"

What’s that smell? What are some of the things we experience as we walk through a cow pasture? Usually we see cows, hay, and cow patties The cow pasture is a place full of sights, sounds and smells What is that smell? Some would say that the cow pasture really stinks While others would say, no ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Getting To Know God Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 26, 2011

The third part of the series “Getting to Know God” is about being gentle and humble.

Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” The third part of the series ...read more

Scripture: James 4:10