Sermons on Thansgiving Day:

Christian Carnality

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 11, 2000

A study of James 4 which addresses carnality vs. spirituality among believers.

Christian Carnality (James 4) [HTML formatted version of this sermon is located at: http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/james4.html] (handout follows sermon text) INTRODUCTION Jesus Himself tells us in John 8:31-32: 31 "... If you abide in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine; 32 and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Worship 3 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Sep 1, 2005

Sovereignty is not a total robotic control over every being, but is instead the ultimate right and power to administer to a predicted outcome. We will study sovereignty later in our study of the Essence of God.

Since our series on Redemption was interrupted by a number of events, I thought is good to go ahead and look as some areas that are needful. One of those areas was "Worship". In our brief and incomplete study of worship, we saw that true worship always brings change to the life of the one ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:7-9

Christian = Plain Brown Wrapper

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 15, 2006

Choose your colors, just not plain brown.

Christian = Plain Brown Wrapper I preach at a local rescue mission and I used most of this message there one night. I wanted to warn them because desperate people are very vulnerable to deception in the name of Christ. I have added some verses because I want to approach the same subject but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Dance Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Jan 31, 2006

Intimacy is one of the hardest things we are called to in this life. Because it’s hard, we engage in a dance - drawing close, backing away, drawing close, etc. Is there any way to stop the cycle?

The Dance Prt. 1 of series Life After the Wedding Wildwind Community Church David Flowers January 22, 2006 Video – What makes a good marriage? Almost everybody knows what makes a good marriage. Isn’t it amazing that there are so many divorces and bad marriages? Think about those two facts. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:20-23

Denomination: Free Methodist

Tackling Temptations Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on May 16, 2005

The third in a series walking through the book of James. This message deals with the issue of temptation, and how to grow in our ability to have victory over it.

(EARLY IN THE SERVICE) I need all children, ages 4 through 10 who like marshmallows to come up here. Okay kids. This is the deal. I have a marshmallow for you. And I’m going to ask you to take this back to your seat, and hold on to it for a little while. Now, if you can hold on to this ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

Lies We Believe About Our Feelings Series

Contributed by Bob Higgins on Jun 28, 2006

Dispel the lies that your feelings feed you and discover the truth that will set you free!

Lies We Believe about our Feelings 1. Introduction a. We have been dealing with some of the lies we believe about our lives and how they affect the way we live. If you believe a lie in one area of your life, it will affect every other area of your life. b. Last 2 weeks we looked at “lies we ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Conviction In A Tolerant World Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jun 4, 2005

This is the third of three sermons preached for the series "Reality Room." Using reality TV has a hook to talk about real issues, not contrived or assisted TV scenarios.

“CONVICTION IN A TOLERANT WORLD” Daniel 3 and 2 Timothy 3:16-17 INTRODUCTION TO SERMON: Wow! Good people, people who care for each other but with very different stances on a very tough situation. Which one’s right? Did you hear Angie’s significant other address the core problem here: He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Roots, Ripples And Reference Points, Part One Series

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jul 11, 2006

We must have our roots grown deeply in Christ if we are to find spiritual sustenance and stability.

Roots, Ripples & Reference Points Lessons from the Lake, Part One TCF Sermon July 9, 2006 What do you think of when you think of roots? You might think of trees or plants. You might think of anything else that grows. Maybe you think of the miniseries that appeared on TV in the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holiness Part 2 Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 8, 2006

What Holiness is NOT.

Peter the Great was once quoted as saying, “I have conquered an empire, but I have not been able to conquer myself.” 1. Review of Last Week: a. What holiness is not: i. Last week, I introduced the subject of Holiness, and we discovered that we tend to have a misconception about what holiness is. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of A Crucified Life

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Aug 20, 2006

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE POWER OF A CRUCIFIED LIFE AND HIGHLIGHTS THE NECESSITY OF DYING TO SELF AND TAKING UP THE CROSS DAILY IN ORDER TO EXPERIENCE THE ABUNDANCE OF THE LIFE OF GOD IN US .

THE POWER OF A CRUCIFIED LIFE ******************************* OUTLINE 1. DYING TO SELF AND TAKING UP YOUR CROSS DAILY 2. TRANSFORMING POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT 3. LOVING GOD MORE THAN ANYTHING ELSE 4. A NEW COVENANT AND A NEW HEART 5. REWARDS FOR SACRIFICING EVERYTHING 6. POWER OVER THE ENEMY AND ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Defend The Home Front Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 13, 2006

An expose of threats that are damaging the family and how God’s design offsets them.

1. Title: Defend The Home Front 2. Text: several 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, March 12, 2006, last (8) in the series “A Clear and Present Danger” 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand the role of the family in withstanding the threats that endanger us; to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:29-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Back To The Basics: God Series

Contributed by Brian William on Sep 12, 2007

First in the Back to the Basics series, exploring the foundational principles of the Christian faith. This sermon addresses the question, "What do Christians believe about God?"

Several years back, N. T. Wright, who is now a world class New Testament scholar and a bishop in the Church of England, was a young chaplain at a university. His responsibility was to care for the spiritual wellbeing of all the students at the college. Pretty often, He’d encounter students that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Hanging In There Through Mistakes Series

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Sep 18, 2007

Five areas of mistakes that we commonly make and the answer for how to deal with them according to Psalm 31.

Hanging in There Through Mistakes apr1998p Psalm 31 One of the strangest phenomena of our time is that of the bumper sticker. It tells you so much about so many different people. It communicates a message. I have been a little wary of Christians who wear their mottos or their slogans or their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

How Saved Are You When You're Going Through A Major Crisis Series

Contributed by Levi Wright on Feb 27, 2007

How saved believer should respond to a major crisis in their lives and the church.

Banner of Praises Ministries Rev. Dr. Levi Howard Wright, Pastor & Founder February 11, 2007 "How Saved Are You.... When You’re Going Through A Major Crisis?” 2 Chronicles 7:12-15: "And the Lord appeared to Solomon by night and said unto him, I have heard your prayer, and have chosen this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Slaying Your Giants

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 10, 2007

We all have our giants and sometimes they seem hard to slay, but we must stand strong.

“Slaying Your Giants” Introduction: Dr. Howard, from Australia was a man that preached very strongly on the subject of sin. After the service, a member of the church came to counsel with him in his office. "Dr. Howard," he said, "we don’t want you to talk as openly as you do about man’s guilt and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ