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Resolving Church Conflict Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 14, 2006

What does an argument that took place 2000 years ago between two ladies have to do with our church here today? We will find out plenty.

A few years ago I was talking to a minister that told me the story of his church. He said that at one time the place where the church is located was very heavily populated. It went through a period of depopulation. There were two churches in the area but as people left neither church could afford a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Bold Prayer

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 31, 2000

A look at the prayers of the early church

Prayer I love the definition of prayer found in the Devils Dictionary, written by Ambrose Bierce around the turn of the century, you ready? To ask the laws of the universe to be annulled on behalf of a single petitioner confessedly unworthy. I have no problem with that. We all believe in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

Wrestling With God Series

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Aug 18, 2001

This sermon embraces the uncomfortable ideas of wrestling with God, God self-limitation in the struggle, and change that occurs.

Genesis 32:22-32 Our Bible story needs a little prefacing this evening. Its kind of like the original Star Wars Triliogy - we’re coming in to the story at Episode VI. In recent days we’ve been taking a look at some Old Testament characters, and tonight we turn our attention towards Jacob - the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32

Denomination: Methodist

When Two Worlds Collide

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 29, 2001

When Matthew decided to follow Jesus, his old world was going to collide with his new one

INTRODUCTION  2 Corinthians 5:17 says, Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.  Jesus said in Matthew 16:24, "If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross and follow ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Back To The Grind

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 15, 2002

A sermon encouraging people to not go into "let down" mode after the Easter holiday.

Back to the Grind? Various Scriptures (April 7, 2002) Introduction Last week I mentioned that because of the resurrection of Jesus, we can avoid the despair of defeat, approach the potential of the present, and anticipate the hope of heaven. And today I want to expand that second point a bit, by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4, Philippians 2:4

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Ripple Effects Of Communion

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 7, 2010

Since the first “last supper” there have been ever-expanding ramifications, waves if you please, of God’s grace extending to the world.

THE RIPPLE EFFECTS OF COMMUNION * Mark 14:12-24 Sermon Objective: Since the first “last supper” there have been ever-expanding ramifications, waves if you please, of God’s grace extending to the world. 12On the first day of the Feast of Unleavened Bread, when it was customary to sacrifice the ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Communion Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

This sermon looks at why we celebrate communion

Communion 1 Corinthians 11:23-28 Steve Cornell tells of when he was a young boy, two things stood out for him on communion Sunday. First, he knew it would be a long service because the pastor had no intentions of cutting short his sermon. Second, he was afraid because n his deep voice, the pastor ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:23-28

Denomination: Methodist

Discipleship Catalysts Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

This sermon looks at how we disciple others to become followers of Jesus Christ

Communion 1 Corinthians 11:23-28 Steve Cornell tells of when he was a young boy, two things stood out for him on communion Sunday. First, he knew it would be a long service because the pastor had no intentions of cutting short his sermon. Second, he was afraid because n his deep voice, the pastor ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-7, 1 Corinthians 11:23-28

Denomination: Methodist

Gather Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

This sermon looks at why we grater for worship, Bible study and fellowship each week

Gather There’s a small-town church in upstate New York who had the same priest for over 35 years.
He was loved by the church and the community.
After he retired, he was replaced by a young priest just out of seminary who had a great desire to do well.
After several weeks, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Methodist

Final Wish

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 26, 2019

The following sermon is going to review the song Simeon sung while holding Jesus in the hope that you might see His gifts of peace and salvation as so valuable that you will share His Good News with the world!

Final Wish Luke 2:22-39 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 What is that one “BIG” gift that you hope to receive this Christmas? You know the over-the-top expensive item that consumes your thoughts and web browsing history! Maybe for you that is a new car, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-39

Denomination: Baptist

Unstoppable - Good News For Everyone Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Dec 10, 2018

The 8th message in a series onthe book of Acts

Unstoppable – Good News for Everyone 11/5/17 Acts 10 In his book, "An Uncompromising Faith Lived Out w/ Grace," Michael Ramsden shares of an Iranian pastor who drove w/ his wife to buy water in an Iranian village. Before entering the store the pastor noticed an intimidating man ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Preparation Of Worship Series

Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Jan 5, 2019

How Solomon includes worship into his life This Sermon was also used in another series

The Preparation of Worship-5 1-7 Ecclesiastes 5:1-7 We are in a series on worship. Last week we looked at the Presence of Worship We talked about what worship is in that it is really the “worthship” of God. In Worship we need to have both a hunger for God and also that we are looking for an ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Pews And People -- Churches And Steeples. Series

Contributed by John Sears on Jan 31, 2012

A topical message. How we define church will determine what we cherish and what we are able to let go. The right definition will free us; the wrong definition will enslave us. Aimed at churches who exist to "keep the doors open."

Introduction Do you remember this finger play? Here’s the Church, Here’s the steeple, Open the doors to see all the people In years gone by, this finger play was a tool that teachers used to teach children the importance of attending church? I certainly believe that it holds value for this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Christian Church

The Unlimited Gospel Series

Contributed by Gavin Rushton on Jul 28, 2016

The gospel is available to all and we are the ones who are called to take it out to the people (an audio version of this sermon is available at www.stkweb.org.uk/media)

Acts 11:1-18 I have a friend called Paul, One day Paul read a report in his local newspaper about his home town, Halifax. The headline for this news story was Halifax the wild west of west Yorkshire. Basically the report was all about how Halifax town centre had become a no go area for many locals ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Anglican

Are We Ready To Wait?

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Nov 9, 2017

There are people who prepare, and people who don't. Three points - We don't know the day or hour, We do know Jesus will return for us, We need to prepare for his coming. Concludes with Apostles Creed

Passage: Matthew 25:1-13 “Then the Kingdom of Heaven will be like ten virgins, who took their lamps, and went out to meet the bridegroom. 2 Five of them were foolish, and five were wise. 3 Those who were foolish, when they took their lamps, took no oil with them, 4 but the wise took oil in their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed