Sermons on Strengths:

Yeah But...

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

How do we respond when asked to follow Christ. Do we shoot out a quick "Yeah but.." ?

Luke 9:51-62 51 As the time approached for him to be taken up to heaven, Jesus resolutely set out for Jerusalem. 52 And he sent messengers on ahead, who went into a Samaritan village to get things ready for him; 53 but the people there did not welcome him, because he was heading for Jerusalem. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Joy Part 1 - These Chains Are Wings Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

Joy Genome is a Lectio Continua through the epistle of Philippians. How can we have joy...always?

Philippians 1:12-21 12 Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. 13 As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. 14 Because of my chains, most of the brothers ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is Sunday For?

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

This sermon begs the question... "What should we do on a Sunday?"

Luke 13:10-17 10 On a Sabbath Jesus was teaching in one of the synagogues, 11 and a woman was there who had been crippled by a spirit for eighteen years. She was bent over and could not straighten up at all. 12 When Jesus saw her, he called her forward and said to her, "Woman, you are set free ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Table Manners

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

Do we look to exhalt ourselves or humble ourselves?

Luke 14:1 NIV One Sabbath, when Jesus went to eat in the house of a prominent Pharisee, he was being carefully watched. 7 When he noticed how the guests picked the places of honor at the table, he told them this parable: 8 "When someone invites you to a wedding feast, do not take the place of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Onesimus

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

This is a sermon about Onesimus. We should act out of love, not out of duty.

Philemon 1:1-22 Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, To Philemon our dear friend and fellow worker, 2 to Apphia our sister, to Archippus our fellow soldier and to the church that meets in your home: 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

More Than Enough Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

More Than Enough sermon series week 1, for stewardhip.

2 Corinthians 9:6-15 6 Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. 7 Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 8 And God is able ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

More Than Enough 2 - Giving Stories Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

More than Enough Stewardship Sermon series, week 2.

“Giving Stories” First off, I want to thank everyone who submitted their own “Giving Stories.” It makes a huge difference and I’m glad you took the time. This next week, you have another opportunity to help with the sermon. The assignment is “Celebration Sunday.” We will be celebrating all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

More Than Enough 3 - Celebration Sunday Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

More Than Enough Sermon Series for Stewardship, week 3

Nehemiah 8:9-12 9 Then Nehemiah the governor, Ezra the priest and scribe, and the Levites who were instructing the people said to them all, "This day is sacred to the LORD your God. Do not mourn or weep." For all the people had been weeping as they listened to the words of the Law. 10 Nehemiah ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:9-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

More Than Enough 4 - Jars Of Oil Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

More Than Enough Sermon Series for Stewardship - Week 4.

2 Kings 4:1-7 NIV The wife of a man from the company of the prophets cried out to Elisha, "Your servant my husband is dead, and you know that he revered the LORD. But now his creditor is coming to take my two boys as his slaves." 2 Elisha replied to her, "How can I help you? Tell me, what do you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Trick Or Treat - Reformation Sunday

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

This is a sermon done on Halloween/Reformation Sunday. Dressed as a pirate. Oh joy!

1 John 1:5-10 5 This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. 6 If we claim to have fellowship with him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live by the truth. 7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Pastor's Prayer Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 21, 2018

As your Pastor I pray that you would know God more, and be strengthened in your faith.

A Pastor's Prayer Text: Col. 1:9-14 Introduction 1. Illustration: What do we know about the shepherd's life? It's a full time commitment. Sheep are helpless to defend themselves against attack from their natural enemies: lions, bears, wolves, hyenas and foxes which can come in both the day and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Storm

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on Apr 17, 2017

encouragement in troubled times

The Storm (Matthew 14: 22-33) By Jesse Crooks Southern Baptist Revivalist(Evangelist) Introduction: Everyone who listens to the news or reads the newspaper knows that our country and the world is in a storm. To put it bluntly we are in a heck of a mess. That’s the strongest words that a preacher ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Strengthening Your Grip

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 22, 2018

The apostle Paul's prayer to Strengthening the believers - Ephesians chapter 3 verses 14 to 25 – sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). The Prayer for Strengthening (vs 14-16) • (2). The Result of Strengthening (vs 17) • (3). The Reason for Strengthening (vs 18-19) • (4). The Power for Strengthening (vs 20-21) SERMON BODY Ill: • Danish philosopher Soren Kierkegaard used to tell a parable; • It was the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Brethren

Pride Makes The Strong Weak Series

Contributed by Richard White on May 5, 2012

Samson was a powerful man, he was physically strong, but morally and spiritually weak without GOD.

Pride makes the Strong Weak. Judges 15:15ff ***We have been looking at the life of Bible Hero Samson. He is known to be physically strong, no one stronger, but morally and spiritually weak. We saw how Lust ( I want it), Entitlement ( I gotta have it), Pride (I can handle it) and Emotions (Anger) ...read more

Scripture: Judges 15:15-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pride Makes The Strong Weak

Contributed by Richard White on May 5, 2012

Samson was a powerful man, he was physically strong, but morally and spiritually weak without GOD.

Pride makes the Strong Weak. Judges 15:15ff ***We have been looking at the life of Bible Hero Samson. He is known to be physically strong, no one stronger, but morally and spiritually weak. We saw how Lust ( I want it), Entitlement ( I gotta have it), Pride (I can handle it) and Emotions (Anger) ...read more

Scripture: Judges 15:15-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ