Sermons on Sustainability:

Bush University Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 4, 2011

Exposition of Psalm 31 regarding David's pattern for prayer in turbulent times

Text: Psalm 31:1-24, Title: Bush University, Date/Place: NRBC, 1/2/11, AM A. Opening illustration: Billy Graham at Bush University, 1949 in CA B. Background to passage: “Context, context, context, I know that you have heard me say it before, but it is true. The context of this psalm makes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Call Of The Ploughman

Contributed by John Perry on Jul 17, 2011

We know in farming & agriculture that long before a harvest is reaped there has been some ploughing of the soil. Any farmer can tell you that the idea of reaping a crop without ploughing the soil is ludicrous! Is it any different with the soil of the hear

Bunbury Sun am 17/07/2011 “The call of the ploughman” Intro: *** Yesterday at the in-laws I did something I had never done b/4 ….. at least not w/ a machine. I ploughed some ground for my father in-law w/ a rotary hoeing machine. At first I found it quite a task to control & ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 10:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

"I Have Endured All For You”

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Sep 20, 2009

The darkness of life can overwhelm us. Jesus shatters our darkness, for he has taken our place and endured all for us. Parts: A. How willingly your Savior suffered! B. How innocent he is! C. Lean on him in the darkness.

Text: Isaiah 50:4-10 Theme: "I Have Endured All for You" A. How willingly your Savior suffered! B. How innocent he is! C. Lean on him in the darkness Season: Pentecost 17b Date: September 20, 2009 Web page: www.caughtbyjesus.net/sermons/_I-Have-Endured-All-for-You_-Isaiah50_4-10.html ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Cost Of Freedom

Contributed by Travis Markes on May 24, 2010

A Memorial Day or Independence Day message that focuses on remembering the cost of Freedom from our sins.

The Cost of Freedom I Corinthians 11:23-26 We set aside time in America each year to remember some of the important dates of our history. Tomorrow is one of those days: Memorial Day. On May 30, 1868, our country observed the first day memorializing those who had fallen in battle during the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

"Amazing" Doesn’t Begin To Describe Gods Grace!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Oct 10, 2011

If you could obtain it on your own, then that would make it all about you and what you were capable of wouldn’t’ it? That’s the part that’s hard to figure, its not about you, its about what’s been done for you and made available to yo

"Amazing" Doesn’t Begin To Describe Gods Grace! For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast. Ephesians 2:8-9 NKJ The best thing about a gift is that you don’t have to earn it, its usually given because ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Character Amnesia (Loss)

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 19, 2011

Some people appear to have “character amnesia” of a different sort. When faced with a dilemma, they seem to “forget” the right thing to do and instead choose the easy way out. Character is who we are; it’s not something we “forget.” Those who have a loss

Opening illustration: It seems that young people in China are beginning to forget how to write the characters that comprise the beautiful calligraphy of their traditional language. Some are calling the phenomenon “character amnesia.” Heavy usage of computers and smart phones often means that ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Amazing Grace Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 13, 2011

Three things happen with a relationship with Jesus: 1. Your sins become forgiven. 2. You are given a purpose for living. 3. You have a home waiting for you in heaven.

GOD’S AMAZING GRACE Today I want to talk to you about “Gods Amazing Grace”. For the last few weeks we have been looking God’s Glorious Grace. Today we are going to conclude the series. The Bible says we are saved by grace. The only way to get to heaven is through the doorway of Grace. If ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, Isaiah 46:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Go To Church: Community Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 14, 2010

Church is a place where we may express our love for God, receive spiritual instruction and nurture for ourselves and our children, experience the loving care of God and be of encouragement to each other.

Title: Why Go to Church: Community! Text: Luke 15 Thesis: Church is a place where we may express our love for God, receive spiritual instruction and nurture for ourselves and our children, experience the loving care of God and be of encouragement to each other. Introduction In case you think ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Necessary Thing

Contributed by David Welch on Dec 2, 2008

Message on the Mary and Martha encounter with Jesus. Jesus identifies the one essential thing.

Introduction Most everyone wants to be prepared for what lies ahead. If someone were to ask you what you need for the coming year, how would you answer? More money? More time? New friends? A vacation? A new job? A job? More education? More quality time with the family? A new house? Better ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Giving Thanks – The Thanksgiving Way Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 21, 2008

This sermon could be preached at any time of the year but was written for Thanksgiving 2008. It uses 7 verbs from Psalm 100 as an outline.

Giving Thanks – The Thanksgiving Way Today as we approach Thanksgiving I want us to look at: A Psalm for Thanksgiving It is Psalm One Hundred in your Bibles. I will be using the New American Standard Translation of the Scriptures today – because I like the way it reads and my outline will be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

House - Part 2 - Authority Figures Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 16, 2009

Is God’s house a building? Does His house have rules, systems, or structure? How can we be His house unless we know?

House Part 2 – Authority Figures” I. Introduction I mentioned last week that we use all kinds of terms to try to understand the concept of church. The one term that we are focusing in on is the idea of God building a house. And so, I reminded you that the material He is using to build this house ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who You Believe: Who Is I Am (Session 2)

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 6, 2010

Examining the famous I AM statements of Jesu

Who is “I AM”? The coming of Jesus Christ is the centre of history. Jesus demonstrated what a trusting relationship with him would be like. In His three years of public ministry Jesus called out “Come, follow me.” The reason for the transformed lives of the twelve men that left all to become his ...read more

Scripture: John 10:14-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Am I A Fan Or A Follower Of Jesus?

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 5, 2011

Called to be disciples, do we follow Jesus in love and obedience? Do we live life in His Way? Or do we pick and choose what we like from Jesus.

Sermon for CATM – Sunday June 5, 2011 – Am I a Fan or Follower? Toronto Star Headline: Does Religion Belong at AA. Fight Over ‘God’ Splits Toronto AA Groups The recovery group Alcoholics Anonymous is struggling over its very DNA. The group was founded on Jesus being the key to transformation for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope Overwhelms Disappointment

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 7, 2010

God crushes sin’s disheartening effects with future hope.

Scripture Introduction It has been said that nothing in the world arouses more false hope that the first four hours on a diet! We do not need any more false hope, but we do need hope! The National Association of Basketball Coaches presents four “Guardians of the Game” awards each year: for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Always Giving Thanks – Even After Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 22, 2011

Giving Thanks is about: 1. EXCITEMENT 2. SERVING 3. COMING Before God 4. Getting to KNOW God 5. ENTERING His Gates 6. SACRIFICE 7. BLESSING The Lord

(This is a reworking of a sermon I had written a few years ago. This sermon is designed to preach after Thanksgiving.) Always Giving Thanks – Even After Thanksgiving This past week we celebrated in this country – “Thanksgiving”. [Dates can be adjusted to fit the occasion. Example: Two ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational