Sermons on Tent Making:

The Making Of A Disciple Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 21, 2008

If we ever hope to make disciples who love and obey Jesus, then we must become disciples who love and obey Jesus.

The Making of a Disciple Acts 14:19-28 Intro: One of the last things Jesus told His followers is found in Matthew 28:19-20: “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:19-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Making Of A Man

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 10, 2008

Men, regardless of your past, God can take you on a journey to make you the man you were intended to be.

The Making of a Man Text: Philippians 1:6 He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 Be on the alert, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. 14 Do everything in love. Intro: What does it mean to really be a man? ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Making A Difference

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 5, 2011

We make Christ known by being present and active in the world... by makine a difference.

Title: Making a Difference Text: Matthew 5:13-20 Thesis: We make Christ known by being present and active in the world… by making a difference. Epiphany Series: Encountering Christ in Epiphany The First Sunday of Epiphany we encountered Christ at his baptism. • The First Sunday after Epiphany ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making A Difference

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 2, 2011

IF the church in America is to make an authentic, spiritual difference, we must learn from the Acts 1 & 2 church. This message offers 4 needs for the church today.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE Acts 1:12-14; 2:1-8; 2:36-41 * (Read the Text) From time to time, it serves us well to remember why we do what we do, what it is that we are to do, and how we succeed at it. * A hurricane had struck. People were huddled together. An old preacher was praying with great ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Choice To Make

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Jan 19, 2011

I was thinking about whether there is just 'one thing' that is most needed in life. So I looked up that phrase…one thing. Here’s what I read in the Gospel of Luke

A choice to make… Jan. 2, 2011 Intro: - how would you rate your 2010? Good year? Bad year? Physically or spiritually? Do you feel closer to God or does it feel like He’s further away? - do you think you made good choices in 2010? - we’ve just had a busy season, busy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-41

Denomination: Baptist

Making Amends Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 23, 2013

James (or actually, Jacob in Hebrew) was one of the most dramatic cases of a changed life after having been an eyewitness to the resurrection.

Show Jesus’ Little Brother video clip from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2BfHfkFJCQ 1. James’ Ossuary A little over 10 years ago, a French scientist made the discovery of an ossuary with the inscription, “James, the son of Joseph, brother of Jesus” on it. An ossuary was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Make It Right

Contributed by Mark Jones on Oct 3, 2011

EOLS: Jesus teaches us to address conflicts with our brother (sister) quickly and to follow four steps toward resolution. (sermon is preparation for Communion as written)

Matthew 18:15-20 (15) "If your brother sins against you, go and tell him his fault, between you and him alone. If he listens to you, you have gained your brother. (16) But if he does not listen, take one or two others along with you, that every charge may be established by the evidence of two or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Methodist

Making Of An Apostle Series

Contributed by Joe Tilton on Jul 13, 2013

Continuing in a series on going to Jerusalem, based on travels described in Luke. This is in line with United Methodist Lectionary. Please let me know if you use these messages.

July 21, 2013 Making of an Apostle Jesus is walking through a town, when He sees that the townspeople are about to stone a woman. He asks, “Why are you going to stone her?” A voice comes from somewhere in the crowd that proclaims, “Because she is a sinner.” Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: *other

Making A Deposit

Contributed by Thomas Giddens on Aug 11, 2013

We need to make a deposit in the next generation.

Making A Deposit Psalms 78:1-8 Give ear, O my people, to my law; Incline your ears to the words of my mouth. I will open my mouth in a parable; I will utter dark sayings of old, Which we have heard and known, And our fathers have told us. We will not hide them from their children, Telling to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Making A Covenant Series

Contributed by Richard White on Aug 17, 2013

God wants us in a covenant relationship with Him. He will be our God and we will be His people.

Making of a covenant. Exodus 34:10-16 What is the difference between a contract and a covenant? A contract is an agreement between two or more parties and each has a responsibility to the other. If one does not keep their end, the other is free from his or her obligation. In a covenant, it says ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:10-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Make A Commitment Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 3, 2014

To what are you committed? Why are you committed? On what basis do you make your commitments? We can learn from Mary.

“Guidelines for Christmas: Make A Commitment” Luke 1:46-55 To what are you committed? Why are you committed? On what basis do you make your commitments? Today’s passage about Mary forces us to consider these questions about commitment. What led her to her commitment? We can gain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith To Make It

Contributed by Matthew Cox on Jan 28, 2014

This lesson is about faith!

Have you ever looked at your life and say how did I get here. 1. If you ever said this it was either in a good way or a bad way. Those are usually the only reason for making this statement. 2. No matter your reason for saying this always remember God is in control. God is the only person that can ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: *other

The Making Of A Man Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 17, 2013

Homes need a dad & fathers obviously need help. In our passage of Scripture, God teaches us a great lesson on becoming a man from His man David. We become men of God by maintaining our spiritual duties & by wisely fulfilling our practical responsibili

1 KINGS 2: 1-4 THE MAKING OF A MAN / BECOMING A MAN [2 Samuel 7:12-16 / Deuteronomy 17:18-20] The final words of a father to a son are profoundly significant, especially when a transfer of divine purpose and responsibility are involved. King David had some advice for his son Solomon as he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Masterpiece In The Making

Contributed by Terri Williams Dunson on Jan 1, 2012

When God seems quiet, know this - He's still there, He still cares, and there's a masterpiece in the making.

A Masterpiece in the Making by Terri Williams Dunson When reading the Bible, I sometimes try to put myself in the place of the person being talked about: For example - how did Mary and Joseph feel? An angel appears to tell you that you will give birth to God's Son, Yet, when you arrive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Making Of A Masterpiece Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 2, 2014

God is at work in our lives so that we may become more and more like Jesus... accomplishing his will in us and through us.

Becoming Like Jesus Part 1 Title: The Making of a Masterpiece Part 1 Text: Romans 8:28-20 Thesis: God is at work in our lives so that we may become more and more like Jesus…accomplishing his will in us and through us. Series: Belonging, Believing and Becoming I invite you to journey with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational