Sermons on Stretched Out:

He Brought You Out To Take You In

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 5, 2006

God delivered a nation through Moses. He delivers the world through Christ. In delivering a people several things that grip us must be broken.

HE BROUGHT YOU OUT TO TAKE YOU IN Advent Series-Part 1 Acts 7:20-37 Sunday, December 3, 2006 Pastor Brian Matherlee Read Acts 7:20-37 • THE SIGNIFICANCE OF CHRISTMAS TO AMERICANS The Barna Research Group poll, conducted for the Lutheran Hour Ministries found that: 37% of adults in the national ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:20-37

Denomination: Wesleyan

Rahab: God Makes Heroes Out Of Zeroes Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 12, 2006

Rahab’s life illustrates how faith does not sit on the heart like a trohpy on a mantle collecting dust. God-created faith is active. (Sermon theme by Mark Anderson)

By now you may have decorated your Christmas tree. If so, did you hang any cracked and broken ornaments on the tree? Of course not! You only put on the tree ornaments that are beautiful and “worthy” to be displayed for all your Christmas guests to see. During this Advent season we’re taking a look ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

What To Do When The Lights Go Out

Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 12, 2006

There are times in our lives, as God’s people, that we have to serve God in the midst of darkness. There are times that we find it difficult to see very far ahead.

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. WHAT TO DO WHEN THE LIGHTS GO OUT By Dr. James O. Davis Introduction: There are times in our lives, as God’s people, that we have to serve God in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:10, Isaiah 50:10-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Faithful Come Out Of The Closet In The Darkness Of The Evening Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 27, 2006

This sermon examines how JOseph and Nicodemus step up to the plate at the death of Jesus. How does such strength come about? That’s what is addressed in this sermon.

March 29, 2006 Matthew 27:55-61 Many women were there, watching from a distance. They had followed Jesus from Galilee to care for his needs. Among them were Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James and Joses, and the mother of Zebedee’s sons. As evening approached, there came a rich man from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:55-61

Denomination: Lutheran

Be Sure Your Sin Will Find You Out

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Dec 15, 2008

There are many sins that go unexposed here on earth...and they will be revealed only at the judgment. In Romans 2, Paul says that God will judge the secrets of man.

BE SURE YOUR SIN WILL FIND YOU OUT NUMBERS 32:23 BE SURE YOUR SIN WILL FIND YOU OUT! That particular passage is found in Numbers 32:23...and I believe this is one of the most misunderstood statements in all of God’s Word. There are many sins that go unexposed here on earth...and they will be ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 32:23

Working It Out Jesus' Way (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 11, 2007

Discussion of the process of handling conflicts between believers.

Working It Out Jesus’ Way (Part 1) Matthew 18:15-20 June 24, 2007 I’m a conflict-avoider. I hate conflict more than just about anything – even canned spinach. When it looks like I’m going to have to face something I don’t want to do, I’m just like most of you, I’ll start looking for a way to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Step Out The World &into Gods Presence

Contributed by Sharon Thurston on Dec 27, 2007

This sermon is about letting go of the lust of the flesh, lust of the eye, and the pride of life.

Introduction The bible gives us strong warnings against the world and all its false ways. Perhaps this is addressed for the young people for whom the world often holds a special attraction, but it is a warning that applies to all the Lord’s people. Sermon The world here is not the planet on ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Let It Out Part 4: Living Together Series

Contributed by Rev. Saeed Richardson on Sep 9, 2007

The Israelites are pretty high off of the Exodus. They have seen the miraculous work of God in freeing them from the Egyptians. Things are going incredibly well. I think of Moses in the Prince of Egypt as he is coming down from the mountain ...

This sermon can be listened to online by visiting: http://www.cayafellowship.com/2007/08/19/let-it-out-part-4-living-together-things-can-happen/ The story so far ... The Israelites are pretty high off of the Exodus. They have seen the miraculous work of God in freeing them from the Egyptians. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Let It Out Part 3: Not Worth Listening To Series

Contributed by Rev. Saeed Richardson on Sep 9, 2007

Have you ever felt as if no one wanted to listen to you? Ever been in a situation where you needed help for something so great and tried your best to get help, but it seemed as if no one would even give you the time of day?

This sermon can be listened to online by visiting: http://www.cayafellowship.com/2007/08/12/let-it-out-part-3-not-worth-listening-to/ Dealing with tough scriptures That’s what we’re doing with Matthew 15:21-28 That’s what we’re doing with “listening” I’ve seen many church statements, visions, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Living Out Our Faith Thru Citizenship Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 5, 2007

We are called by God’s Word to be good citizens for God has placed those in authority over us!

Sermon Brief Date Written: September 21, 2007 Date Preached: September 23, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study in 1 Peter Sermon Title: Living Out Our Faith Thru Citizenship! Sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:13-17 13 Therefore submit yourselves to every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Camel Squeezed Out From Tail To Snout

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Oct 10, 2007

Jesus call to discipleship is a call of sacrifice. Anything that stands in the way of answering that call must be deserted. This truth is shown through the encounter of Jesus with the rich young ruler.

Little did I know when I planned this sermon, that we would have a live camel at VBS this year. At any rate, I want to tell you a story. It is the story of the ill-fated Franklin expedition to the Arctic in 1845. That odyssey was a turning point in Arctic exploration because of its well-publicized ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

Living Out Our Faith Thru Submission Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 13, 2007

For us to live as Christ has called us to live, submission has to the centerpiece of how we focus on God!

Sermon Brief Date Written: October 13, 2007 Date Preached: October 14, 2007 Where Preached: OZHBC (PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study in 1 Peter Sermon Title: Living Out Our Faith Thru Submission! Sermon Text: 1 Peter 2:18-25 Introduction: Over the past several weeks in our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Our Strength Grows Out Of Our Weaknesses

Contributed by Selvan John on Aug 22, 2008

If you are afraid about your weakness, here is the Word of God for you. Carry on with Jesus...

“Our strength grows out of our weaknesses” Ralph Waldo Emerson, I would like to start with this quote and boast about weakness. When we boast we always boast of our achievements and never in the slightest idea of boasting our weakness. We are scared to share that we are weak in some areas of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Broken, Worn Out, Old Clay Pots

Contributed by Paul Dietz on Jun 19, 2008

I used this sermon as one of several in a series on Clay Pots (Earthen Vessels). This was the one I used on Father’s Day during that series.

I recently came across a Chinese parable that eludes to our thoughts for today’s text. It’s a tale about a water-bearer and his two pots of clay. An elderly peasant had two large clay pots. One of the pots had a crack down its side to a point about half way. The other pot, perfect! Each had been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:27-29, Leviticus 15:12, 2 Corinthians 4:7

Denomination: *other

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Bible Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 7, 2008

Although the Bible can produce spriritual growth, Christians may interfere with the Bible’s ability to help us grow.

1. Illus. of Mutiny on the Bounty • The true story of the Mutiny on the Bounty has often been retold. Nine mutineers with six native men and twelve native (Tahitian) women put ashore on Pitcairn Island in 1790. • One sailor soon began distilling alcohol, and the little colony was plunged into ...read more

Scripture: James 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist