Sermons on Task:

Some Fruit To More Fruit Series

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Jan 1, 2006

Based on Bruce Wilkinson’s study

I admit that I am not much of a gardener, but let me share what I know. The best way to garden is to put on a wide brimmed straw hat and some old clothes. And with a hoe in one hand and a cold drink in the other, tell somebody else where to dig. I’d be a great gardener if I could only grow green ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Matters Of Life And Death Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 12, 2008

This sermon examines how Jesus would vote on matters of life and death.

Scripture “Stop! In the name of Christ, stop!” Eighty thousand people watched as a man jumped over the railing, ran onto the field, held up his hands, and shouted, “Stop! In the name of Christ, stop!” He ran in between two combatants, two gladiators who were fighting to the death, and he begged ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Life Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 23, 2012

As we consider politics according to the Bible, in this sermon we examine what the Bible says about life.

Scripture “Stop! In the name of Christ, stop!” Eighty thousand people watched as a man jumped over the railing, ran onto the field, held up his hands, and shouted, “Stop! In the name of Christ, stop!” He ran in between two combatants, two gladiators who were fighting to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Introduction To 2nd Timothy. Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 2, 2012

An introduction to 2nd Timothy. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Background of the letter Purpose of the letter Introduction to the letter Four influences on Timothy: *1st Influence: His Family (VS 5) *2nd Influence: The Apostle Paul (VS 3-4) *3rd Influence: A Gift From God (VS 6) *4th Influence: Timothy’s Dedication (VS 7) SERMON ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

In What Manner Can I Love Jesus? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 16, 2011

If we say we love Jesus, then in what manner can we show it? Jesus revealed His love for the Father in several ways, but in our story this morning we can see 3 specific ways in which Jesus reveals His love... 3 specific actions on His part that prove His

Sermon Brief Date Written: January 14, 2011 Date Preached: January 16, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Falling in Love With Jesus Sermon Title: In What Manner Can I Love Jesus? Sermon Text: John 2:1-11 [ESV] Introduction: If anyone ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Created To Worship Series

Contributed by Neil Olcott on Sep 10, 2009

Intro sermon to series. This message sets the stage for further messages about Worship. First and foremost we must know that our primary purpose is to worship!

Sermon: Created To Worship Main Idea: The reason we exist is to allow our lives be an offering of Worship to God. The Question: Why were we created? Series Intro: Today we are beginning a new series of messages from the Bible regarding a very controversial issue. The way in which people ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

David: A Man After God's Own Heart

Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Nov 1, 2008

When we understand that the Lord desires for us to come to Him with “unveiled faces,” completely open, honest, and unvarnished, a wonderful transformation begins to take place and we begin to see things as they really are.

A college student had two problems common to many: low grades and no money. Knowing that her parents wouldn’t look kindly on her dilemma she devised an ingenious plan to soften the blows of reality and wrote this letter: Dear Mom and Dad, Just thought I’d drop you a note to let you know how I’m ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

On Being Peacemakers Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Jun 22, 2009

Part III of the Four Part Vision: As the redeemed children of God, we are called to live lives that reflect the peace that Christ won for us on the Cross. This message is a practical introduction to Biblical Peacemakers.

Texts: “If your brother sins against you, go and show him his fault, just between the two of you. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over. But if he will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ’every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.’ If ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Why I Preach Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 1, 2012

This text gives the real reason for why anyone should dare take the job of preaching.

Introduction Why do I preach? Why does a person become a preacher? It has its benefits. One gains a measure of respect with the office. There are flexible hours and a fairly secure income during recession. Of course there is the opportunity to help people, and then there is the weekly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:15-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Messiah And The End Times Fulcrum Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 11, 2011

The most important thing that Jesus wants us to know about the last days is simply to be ready at all times.

The Messiah and the End Times Fulcrum Text: Matt. 24:32-51 Introduction 1. Illustration: A fulcrum is the point on which a lever rests or is supported and on which it pivots, but it can also be a thing that plays a central or essential role in an activity, event, or situation. 2. Jesus gives us 5 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-51

Denomination: Methodist

God Has Work For You To Do

Contributed by Clarence Bolton on Mar 11, 2013

We were saved - not just for heaven, not just to attend church and not to sit in the pew but to do good works.

God Has Work For You To Do Ephesians 2:8-10 8For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: 9Not of works, lest any man should boast. 10For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Extraordinary People, Extraordinary Lives Series

Contributed by Paul Green on Jan 1, 2010

It takes extra-ordinary people, living extra-ordinary lives to proclaim the truth of the Gospel. It takes extra-ordinary people, living extra-ordinary lives to proclaim that Jesus is Lord. It takes extra-ordinary people, living extra-ordinary lives to pro

Average is not good enough I’m sure many of you are Peanuts fans like me. One day Linus came home with his report card. As he turned on the TV, his sister Lucy scoffed at his grade: “You got a “C” in history? That’s only average.” Linus defended himself: “So what? I’m an average student in an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Woman’s Witness Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 10, 2008

The text records the effects of Jesus’ witness upon a woman & then through the women upon the Samaritan village. Strangely, it also includes the effect of witnessing upon Jesus. God changes others, the world, & us as we bear witness to Jesus.

JOHN 4: 27-38 THE WOMAN’S WITNESS With Jesus’ declaration that He is the prophesied Messiah the conversation has reached its summit. The recounting of Jesus and the Samaritan woman might have closed with Jesus’ evangelical witness and testimony as it did with ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-38, John 4:27-54

Denomination: Baptist

The Church, Taking Care Of Business Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 23, 2007

I preach expository messages, and this is the twelfth in my series on the Book of Acts.

“The Church, Taking Care of Business” Acts 6:1-7 July 29, 2007 Baptist stranded on a desert island is rescued after years by a helicopter pilot who notices three huts on the island. "What’s the first", he asked. "That’s my house", came the reply. "And the second?" "I’m Baptist, and that’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Perfect Example Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 18, 2007

Apostles, Pt. 15

THE PERFECT EXAMPLE (JOHN 13:1-17) One day a man received word he had just been appointed a *mandarin (public official). He was so excited, he could barely contain himself. “I will be a great man, now” he told his friend. “I must have a new robe made immediately, one that does justice to my new ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible