Sermons on Surplus:

Increase Our Faith - Part Two Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 17, 2003

We have decided that we should not limit the glory of the Lord with our unbelief.

This morning I want to continue the emphasis on FAITH. You can find our Key Verse in your bulletin.Luke 17:5 And the apostles said to the Lord, "Increase our faith."As a body of believers, we’ve recognized the need for us to begin to allow the Lord to "Increase our faith."The Lord has greater ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:17-20, Luke 17:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Narnia: Doorway To A Better Life

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Nov 16, 2005

An examination of Jesus’ words in John 10:10: "I have come to give you life and that more abundantly."

Narnia: Doorway to a Better Life John 10:1-10 The classic novel by CS Lewis, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe tells of four London children who are sent to a professor’s country home in for protection during World War II. There they find a magic wardrobe which leads to a mystical land ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Giving It All, Giving It Well

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 4, 2006

Fifth sermon in the summer 2006 Series, “Being God’s People by Serving, Obeying, and Giving.”

It is good to be back with you after another week of vacation and thanks for your prayers for my mom during her surgery this past week. Her doctor expressed satisfaction Friday afternoon with her surgery and recovery so far. Thanks also for your prayers on behalf of my uncle’s family as they give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:10-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Givers In The Hands Of A Loving God Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jan 31, 2006

Believers can exercise giving that truly pleases God.

Givers in the Hands of a Loving God 1 Chron. 21:18-25 Jan. 29, 2006 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A B David was feeling pretty full of himself in later years & called for a census so he could brag about the size of the nation he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 21:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

He Leadeth Me , O Blessed Thought ! - Following The Lord In Our Daily Walk

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

LEAD ME 1.IN THE PATH OF RIGHTEOUSNESS 2.IN THE TRUTH 3. BESIDE STILL WATERS 4. TO THE ROCK THAT IS HIGHER THAN I 5.IN THE WAY EVERLASTING 6. IN THE WAY OF PROFIT 7.IN THE WILDERNESS

HE LEADETH ME , O BLESSED THOUGHT ! - Following the Lord in our daily walk OUTLINE 1.LEAD ME IN THE PATH OF RIGHTEOUSNESS 2.LEAD ME IN THE TRUTH 3.LEAD ME BESIDE STILL WATERS 4.LEAD ME TO THE ROCK THAT IS HIGHER THAN I 5.LEAD ME IN THE WAY EVERLASTING 6.LEAD ME IN THE WAY OF PROFIT 7.LEAD ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living A Life Of Worship

Contributed by Alan Balatbat on May 18, 2004

What does it mean tolgive God your reasonable service of Worship.

Living the Life of Worship Genesis 22:1-14 Background. At the age of 75 Abraham was called by God. At this time Abraham was approximately 115 years old and his beloved son of promise Isaac was between 15 and 17 years old Today¡¦s text centers around a worship service and is birthed out of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

"And Then?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 4, 2010

In Luke 12:13-32 Jesus uses an interruption as an opportunity to talk about greed, how material possessions do not bring happiness, and that when we live within the Kingdom of God, right here and right now, we can relax in the knowledge that God is in con

Luke 12:13-32 “And Then?” BY: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN A young man and an older man were having a conversation about the future. The young man said, “I’m gonna learn a trade.” “And then?” asked the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-32

Denomination: United Methodist

Understanding Stewardship

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 2, 2010

Stewardship is an essential dynamic for growing in our Christian walk

Introduction The day the church treasurer resigned the church asked the local grain elevator manager to take the position. He agreed under two conditions. That no treasurer’s report would be given for the first year. That no questions be asked about finances during that year. The people ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Eye Witness News 2 - Shepherds (Advent 2, 2009) Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Jan 2, 2010

This series approaches the Christmas Story by examining the lives of those present from a very historical perspective. This is week two focusing on the shepherds.

Luke 2:8-12 NIV 8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Effective Giving

Contributed by Steve Smith on Jan 23, 2010

The example of the Macedonian our Corinthian churches give us tremendous advice on the sensitive subject of tithing for NT believers today! Advice that is easy to understand requiring very little interpretation!

So much is said about tithing and yet it is probably the most difficult subject for me to speak on. I think it would be actually easier if the church was wealthy. Why is this such a sensitive subject? Or maybe its me, but why is it so hard to preach on? What about to you? Think about it for a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Overflows

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 6, 2010

In this Christmas/Advent sermon I focus on the hope that we have in Jesus today and pray that your life will overflow with hope as you do life with Him!

Hope Overflows Romans 15:4-13 4 For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope. 5 May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Turn Crisis Into Conquest – God's Way!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 25, 2009

Turn Crisis Into Conquest – God’s Way! 1) Admit your helplessness 2) Acknowledge His promises

Does anyone envy world leaders right now? I mean really, would you want to be standing in President Obama’s shoes with the job of saving the U.S. economy from its worst crisis since the Great Depression? Hundreds of millions of people are counting on the president and leaders like him to get the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:2-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Human Praise Vs God's Praise

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 12, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: What motivates you most? the applause of people or GOD's approval or praise? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To give more value to GOD's praises rather than people's IV. TEXT: John 12:43 (New Living Tran

I. EXORDIUM: What motivates you most? the applause of people or GOD's approval or praise? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To give more value to GOD's praises rather than people's IV. TEXT: John 12:43 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) For they loved human praise more ...read more

Scripture: John 12:43

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Fearing Yet Worships Idols

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 18, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are we sometimes create our idols of our own and yet profess to fear GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that you need to choose your GOD everyday, or be a victim of unseen idols that will pull us do

I. EXORDIUM: Are we sometimes create our idols of our own and yet profess to fear GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that you need to choose your GOD everyday, or be a victim of unseen idols that will pull us down. IV. TEXT: 2 Kings 17:41 (New King James Version) ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 17:41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Passing God’s Mid-Term Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 9, 2013

This is the ninth message in a series over the life of Moses that shows being God's man is never easy.

The word “test” or “exam” causes most people to get an uneasy feeling in the pit of their stomachs. However, tests are a normal part of our lives. We take tests in school, to get our driver license and often they are given to determine the best candidate for a job. The ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ