Sermons on Strong City:

Change Is Possible Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 13, 2014

This sermon begins a series called Extreme Makeover - God Edition. This sermon begins by using the story of the Prodigal Son and points out what helped him decide to change.

Introduction: A. Eight years ago, back in January of 2006, I preached a series called “Extreme Makeover – God Edition.” 1. At the time, the Extreme Makeover television shows were very popular. 2. You might recall that the Extreme Makeover show took ordinary people and put them ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When A Beggar Got More Then He Asked For

Contributed by Spencer Miller on Jan 20, 2013

Acts 3 tells us of a beggar who received much more than he expected. We live in a world where silver and gold has become a god to and for many people; if they only knew that the Lord has much more to offer than the world could ever give them.

INTRODUCTION: When Jesus called on His disciples, He did not sit them down one by one to negotiate their salary. He did not ask them for a resume, He did not ask them for a reference because no one knew them better than He did. There’s no explanation in the Bible as why He chose His 12 disciples, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

How Can A Loving God Send People To Hell? Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 28, 2013

Reconciling a loving God with an awful hell is not easy for many people. In this sermon I try to resolve this dilemma.

Introduction: A. A church was looking for a new preacher. 1. They asked their top two candidates to preach a trial sermon. 2. Both candidates were assigned the same topic – the topic was “Hell.” 3. Both candidates preached and did an excellent job, but one was hired and the other ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Borders

Contributed by William Nieporte on Feb 4, 2013

Thanksgiving sermon preached at a community service in Richmond, Virginia.

Borders Luke 17:11-19 Borders can be places of drama and danger. I’m not just talking about the borders between nations and peoples. Those places are bad enough. Usually, if a nation crosses the border into another country, they are marching either to victory or defeat. Dig through your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Kiss Of God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 11, 2013

Warren Buffett believed his donation of $37 billion dollars to the Gates Foundation would buy him a place in heaven? Is that possible? Can we buy our way into heaven? Can we work our way in? Or is there another way?

OPEN: A man and wife were sitting in their living room when they noticed their neighbor across the street pull up in to his drive. He stepped out of the car with flowers in his hand, met his wife at the door and laid a passionate kiss on her. As they watched all this play out across the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Good Ol' Snoopy: The Power Of A Dream Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 17, 2013

Snoopy always follows his dream, what would happen if we did. This message looks at why dreams are important

Good Ol’ Snoopy My favorite character in the Peanuts world has to be Snoopy and as a kid I couldn’t understand why the strip wasn’t called “Snoopy” instead of “Peanuts”, I assumed that he was the main character and the rest of the cast were just ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:18-28

Denomination: Wesleyan

What We Can Learn From The Shepherds This Christmas Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jan 9, 2017

These shepherds were out in th efields one night when the angel of the Lord appreared to them to announce the birth of the Savior. Let us learn from them.

We have been learning many things from the important characters of the first Christmas story. It was interesting to see how they received the news regarding the coming of Christ the Messiah in their lives. In all these things, we see the hand of God at work making sure that they understood that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Mushy Minds

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jan 19, 2017

We can't just "feel" our faith - we have to think, and it's time to take our Christianity seriously and renew our minds

Mushy Minds TCF Sermon March 6, 2016 ---------------------------------- NOTE: the powerpoint for this sermon, which includes a video and visuals illustrating the message, is freely available at this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Romans 3:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holiness - Is It For Today?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 9, 2017

The LORD welcomes us to live a life of authentic holiness. 1. The Call to Holiness Is Universal 2. The Call to Holiness is Practical and Relational 3. The Call to Holiness is Transparent.

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48; Leviticus 19:1-2; 9-18; Psalm 119:33-40 Theme: Holiness Today? The LORD welcomes us to live a life of holiness. 1. The Call to Holiness Is Universal 2. The Call to Holiness is Practical and Relational 3. The Call to Holiness is Transparent INTRO: ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

The Ascension And Predicted Return Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 21, 2017

Observe, 2. The place He ascended from. It was Mount Olivet, the very place where he began his sad trek to the cross. There is where his heart began to be sad, but here it is made glad.

May 13, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Series: The Early Church Title: The Ascension and Predicted Return Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1.9-11 Acts 1.9-11 (KJV) 9 And when he had spoken these things, while they beheld, he was taken up; and a cloud received him out of their sight. 10 And while they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

What's The Difference

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 11, 2017

There are ten clear differences from someone who claims to be a believer in God and someone who is a Christian. The truths in this message will set our heart aright with God!

What's The Difference A Question That Exposes Your Relationship With Christ A vehicle owner who is inexperience dealing with vehicle tires can be talked into paying top price for tires, not realizing they have purchased a low grade tire. Many vehicle owners think, "Hey, a tire is a tire, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Knows Me Series

Contributed by Adam Weber on Mar 17, 2017

It is easy to get caught up in the pressure of striving to please others, but our lives are actually meant to be lived in worship of God, not seeking the approval of man. In Christ we are fully known and fully loved, something no one else could ever offer

Well… I just wanna welcome everyone here to Embrace… Whether you’re in Tea… or at St. Croix… Whether you’re… in Downtown Sioux Falls… or at Sertoma. Whether you’re in Salem, South Dakota… or at the McCrosson Boys Ranch. Whether you’re at 57th Street… ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Losing Touch With The Living God

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 7, 2017

Malachi: An Overview. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The uniqueness of the book of Malachi (a). Malachi the man is a Mystery. (b). Malachi dialogued with people. (c). Malachi is written in prose and not poetry. (d). Malachi is full of God words! (e). Malachi is God’s last Old Testament word. (2). The Background to the book of ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Gift Of Hope Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 16, 2017

The birth of Jesus gives us hope that extends to every aspect of my life - past, present, and future.

Advent This morning is the first Sunday of Advent. Most of us are probably familiar with that concept, but for some of us our familiarity may be limited to those calendars with little windows that open up revealing a gift or treat for each day of the month leading up to Christmas. The word ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit: For Theirs Is The Kingdom Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jun 27, 2017

The first beatitude. Not the economically poor but those who are poor in spiritual qualities.

Certain portions of Scripture seem to be etched more deeply into people's minds than others. Psalm 23 is definitely one of these, so also is I Corinthians 13 and Hebrews 11. The Sermon on the Mount, as Matthew chapters 5-7 is commonly called, is another. Its popularity may stem from its position ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3, Luke 18:9-14, Isaiah 66:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God