Sermons on Taking Advantage Of Opportunities:

Compelled Towards Ministry Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 5, 2005

This message explores the importance of taking our ministry for Christ seriously.

COMPELLED TOWARDS MINISTRY 1 CORINTHIANS 9:16-27 INTRODUCTION: As Paul opens up this section of Scripture, what we see here is Paul’s seriousness about serving Jesus. From the very beginning we see such powerful words as “compelled”, “belonging to Jesus”, “by all possible means”, “strict ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16-27

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do Sexual Sins Bring So Steep A Price?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 12, 2005

Five of the reasons that we need to take sexual sin seriously.

What Were Their Excuses For Their Sexual Exploits? 1. “You can’t tell me what to do.” - v. 12 - “All things are lawful for me. . .” - This is an abuse of the idea of Christian liberty. They took the genuine freedom that we have in Christ and used it as an avenue to pursue sin. - As Paul points ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

Bread, Wine, & Serving

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2005

Taking the Lord’s Supper is to spur us forward in serving.

Bread, Wine, and Serving Cornwall/Montreal March 19, 2005 The task that lay before Jesus, born a baby in a manger in Bethlehem, was impressive and grand, and one greater than lay upon any baby ever born. An angel had told his father, Joseph: Matt.1.21- he was to save his people- a narrow focus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Judas: A Wolf Among Sheep Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Mar 23, 2005

This the second in the series that takes a look at the betrayl of Jesus by Judas Iscariot.

Judas: A Wolf Among Sheep Matthew 26:14:16; Matthew 16:26 I. Judas Betrayed Due to Blindness (v. 14a) A. He was blind to the plan of God B. He was blind to his real need (II Cor. 4:3) 1. His eyes were blinded to who Jesus was 2. His heart was blinded to what Jesus offered 3. His soul was doomed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

"Behold The Lamb”

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 28, 2005

“Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world”

“Behold the Lamb” John 1:29-36 OPENING JOKE: INTRODUCTION: Today I would like to begin by retelling the story of the first Passover as the introduction to today’s lesson Illustration: “The story of the Passover” The nation of Israel had been under the bondage of Egypt since they arrived during ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew 22: The Parable Of The Great Big Party!

Contributed by David Smith on Apr 21, 2005

Father Dave’s take on the Parable of the great big party!

Once more Jesus spoke to them in parables, saying: "The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who gave a wedding banquet for his son. He sent his slaves to call those who had been invited to the wedding banquet, but they would not come. Again he sent other slaves, saying, ’Tell those who have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Not So Fast Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on May 10, 2005

This message takes a look at six reasons we should fast.

(I began by showing the video clip called “The Fast” from sermonspice.com it is a humorous look at how we should not fast) Often I think of the early Church and wish it could be like that again. They experienced the hand of God in so many incredible ways. Then I remember that this did not come ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

'walk Humbly With Your God"

Contributed by John Quigley on Mar 1, 2005

This sermon takes a look at the beatitudes and tries to show what they are about.

"Matthew 5:1 Seeing the crowds, he went up on the mountain, and when he sat down, his disciples came to him. 2 And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying:" (ESV). In Micah 6 we read: "8 He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the LORD require of you but to do justice, and to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Does God Believe In Atheists?

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jul 13, 2006

Looking at seven reasons why atheism is a difficult stance to take.

Does God believe in atheists? Intro: There’s a story told about a Professor of biology who was an atheist. Every year he began his lectures on evolution by asking if any of the students were religious. When they identified themselves he boasted that by the end of his course they’d all ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Heaven Like? Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on May 10, 2006

This message takes a look at the passages that describe what heaven will be like.

Glimpsing Eternity: The Hope of Heaven What Will Heaven Be Like? Text: John 14:1-6 Introduction: We’ve heard many stories about what heaven is like. Most of them mention pearly gates and an angel who is standing by to interview those who seek to enter. Perhaps you’ve heard this one. It’s the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Discovering Your Dream – Part 3 Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006

I’m taking about one concept: Giving it away.

INTRO: Last week as I was sitting on stage, Ben was singing "History Maker". The impression that came over me for mothers was they are history markers and they don’t even realize it. Moms are making history by raising kids who are going to impact history. But as I began to reflect each and every ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Resilience Is A Daily Habit

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 28, 2006

Resilient people take charge of their lives and stop making excuses.

Resilience Is a Daily Habit Hebrews 12:1-3 In Hebrews chapter people are listed who were faithful to God and demonstrated resilience. Hebrews 12 reflects on the heroes of faith and says, “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Free Methodist

How Is Your View From The Bridge? Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 30, 2006

God has called us to take the initiative in bringing reconciliation.

How Is Your View From the Bridge? Text: Gen. 33:1-20 Introduction 1. Read Gen. 33:1-20 2. Illustration: God’s love is like a bridge that makes reconciliation possible. If you take away the bridge, the separation remains. George Herbert said, “He who cannot forgive others breaks the bridge ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 33:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Born To Die

Contributed by Buddy Baird on Oct 17, 2006

Christ became the lamb that would take away the sin of the world.

BORN TO DIE TEXT: Galatians 4.4 INTRODUCTION: A. Man had to present a lamb to be offered for their sins. B. This had to be done on a yearly basis. C. The blood covered the sin of man. D. There had to be another way to take care of sin. E. God sent His son to do away with sin. "For if the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4

Denomination: Church Of God

In The Valley Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 18, 2006

God’s presence when life takes us in the valley

September 3, 2006 Psalm 23:1-6 In the Valley A couple of years ago, a church in Seattle, Washington was having a big kick-off Sunday. It was the weekend after Labor Day and they wanted to do something for their children’s programs. So they brought in Barney the Dinosaur. They learned, Kids ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist