Sermons on Strait Gate:

God's Love Has Your Name On It

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Aug 25, 2002

In the midst of an increasingly impersonal culture, we can find strength in the knowledge that God’s love for us is intensely personal.

(Note: I am indebted to Rick Warren for the title of this message; the sermon itself is original) One of the more troubling aspects of the modern age is the creeping de-personalization of our lives. More and more, as we go through the day, whenever we’re dealing with a branch of government, or a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:29-31

Denomination: Baptist

Life Outside

Contributed by Mike Hays on Aug 29, 2002

Christ calls us to come outside of the norm of everyday life and take our stand with Him...alone.

Life Outside Hebrews 13:10-16 Dietrich Bonhoeffer was born into a family where faith was not much of a concern or topic of conversation, but as a 14 year old, Dietrich Bonhoeffer announced that he was going to be a pastor and theologian. His family was stunned and his older brother tried to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:10-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mark #3 Uncommon Love Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jul 5, 2001

This sermon stresses the importance of loving others the way the Bible teaches.

Ten Marks of a Prevailing Church Mark #3: Uncommon Love 1 Corinthians 13 July 8, 2001 Intro: A. [Body of Christ, Citation: Billy Waters, Teacher Touch (Colorado Springs: Cook, 1999)] After an accident in which she lost her arm, a girl named Jamie refused to go to school or church for an entire ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Friday, But Sunday's Coming

Contributed by Richard Deem on Feb 28, 2001

I want to tell you this morning that the suffering and anguish Jesus Christ experienced was on Friday-- we live on the Sunday-side of the cross!

"In the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the first day of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulcher. 2And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

The State Of The Church #2

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 10, 2003

What makes a church great? A church is not measured by human standards but by God’s. Ephesians 4 lists 7 keys to becoming a great church. (Message also includes 4 guidelines for our local church for 2003.)

· Winnie the Pooh is once took an evening walk with his friend Piglet. They walked for a long time in silence, but Piglet finally asked, “When you wake up in the morning, Pooh, what’s the first thing you say to yourself?” “What’s for breakfast?” Pooh responds, “And what do you say, Piglet?” “I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When You Can't Pay The Bills Series

Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 29, 2006

If you are living under financial bondage & stress, you’re missing God’s will for you: to enjoy and live life more abundantly…

Everyone has trouble with finances at some point in life. (In his book, “How to Succeed in Money,” George Bowman says, "About nine out of every ten people with an income are financial failures." He means people in general fail to manage our money wisely. 40% of Americans borrow more money than ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:11-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Great Escape – Stand Firm In Freedom Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Apr 27, 2006

STAND FIRM IN FREEDOM WITH THE ARMOR OF GOD. Jesus has done everything necessary for us to make “The Great Escape;” you are personally responsible for your spiritual condition! It is up to you to live in the freedom Christ has provided for you. To s

THE GREAT ESCAPE – Stand Firm in Freedom Ephesians 6:10-18 • Ephesians 6:10-18 (NIV) [10] Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. [11] Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. [12] For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Power For Mission Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 23, 2006

The mission God has given us to do is impossible—absolutely impossible without the supernatural power of the Holy Spirit. I personally think we are at a significant crisis in the church of America.

Power for Mission Series: Book of Acts #6 Acts 1:8[1] 11-20-05 Intro: Show Movie clip from “Mission Impossible #1”.[2] The mission God has given us to do is impossible—absolutely impossible without the supernatural power of the Holy Spirit. I. Impossible MISSION As long as we think it is just ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Charismatic

The Man God Uses

Contributed by Dixon Olu. David on Feb 16, 2004

Just a little has been said of what God can do through an available vessel. God is ready to use you. Present yourself now to Him as a ready and willing vessel.

First delivered 19th February 1995 THEME: CHRIST’S AMBASSADOR TOPIC: The Man God Uses TEXT: The Book of Esther OUTLINE: Introduction I The Ambassador on Test,Chapters 1, 2 II The Ambassador in Trouble,Chapter 3 III The Ambassador in Trial,Chapter. 4 IV The Ambassador in ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

Olympic Sport

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 11, 2004

Paul often compared our living the Christian life to the athletes who participated in the ancient Olympic games. This lesson examines those similarities.

Do you have the fever yet? No, not the flu! Do you have Olympic fever, yet? August 13th marks the beginning of Olympic competitions in Athens, Greece! 10,500 athletes from 202 nations will be gathering for the games. Upwards of a couple million will travel to watch the contests. Amazingly, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Awards And Rewards In The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Oct 18, 2006

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE AWARDS AND REWARDS IN THEKINGDOM OF GOD NAMELY THE CROWNS OF 1.REJOICING 2. LIFE 3.RIGHTEOUSNESS 4.GLORY AND REWARDS FOR 5.GIVING TO THE WORK OF GOD 6.HELPING THE POOR 7.USING OUR GIFTS AND TALENTS

AWARDS AND REWARDS IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD ******************************************************************* OUTLINE 1. THE CROWN OF REJOICING - FOR WINNING SOULS 2. THE CROWN OF LIFE - FOR ENDURING TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS 3. THE CROWN OF RIGHTEOUSNESS - FOR FINISHING OUR RACE IN HOLINESS 4. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:11, Revelation 3:10-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Purpose: To Magnify God In Worship Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Oct 20, 2006

5th in 5-part series of casting vision and clarity for the purpose of our church.

OUR PURPOSE: TO MAGNIFY GOD IN WORSHIP PSALM 100; 33:1-4, ACTS 2:42,43; 46-47 INTRODUCTION: In his book, Exit Interviews: Revealing Stories Why People Are Leaving the Church, William Hendricks took a survey asking folks why they no longer attended church. Surprisingly, the most common ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-4

Denomination: Christian Church

It's All In Your Heart

Contributed by Wes Humble on Nov 10, 2006

A call to be genuine Christfollowers

It’s all in your Heart A heavily booked commercial flight out of Denver was canceled, and a single agent was rebooking a long line of inconvenienced travelers. Suddenly an angry passenger pushed his way to the front and slapped his ticket down on the counter. "I have to be on this flight and it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: *other

Stirred And Willing On Giving Series

Contributed by Kevin Landis on Sep 23, 2007

Giving offerings for the tabernacle in Exodus 35

I recently fished in a Cowboy Church bass tournament on a Saturday morning. I went with my friend Bubba who has a decked out fishing boat with all the gear. Bubba loaned me one of his poles along with the pole I brought. I had to poles in the water, one had a rattletrap lure the other had a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Bring The Book

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 20, 2005

A message encouraging the importance of reading Scripture daily.

Bring The Book Nehemiah 8:1-3 And all the people gathered themselves together as one man into the street that was before the water gate; and they spoke unto Ezra the scribe to bring the book of the law of Moses, which the LORD had commanded to Israel. [2] And Ezra the priest brought the law ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal