Sermons on The Chase Is On:

The Possibilities Of Our Surrender Series

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jun 8, 2008

My promise to you regarding this series, if you are shallow and sour in your relationship with Christ and crusty and cranky in your walk with Christ – all that will vanish when you live in the 3 dimensions of abundance!

Remember last week - the funky glasses or the special measurements were needed so you could experience a certain depth and a certain beauty set before your eyes. As Christians, when we live in the 3 dimensions, it’s how we experience the most out of our walking with God. Ephesians 2:10 “For we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

And His Name Shall Be Called . . . Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 24, 2008

Isaiah gives us four names that Jesus would be called, and each name gives us a description of what Jesus would do.

Introduction During the 1960’s, a phenomenon called “Peanuts” was born. The comic strip began appearing in newspapers all over America. The simple characters and modest storylines became the perfect placebo for millions looking for a daily dose of innocence. And none of that was lost on Madison ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Building A Great Church Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Jan 8, 2009

What are some thoughts on how to build a great church or a great life. It requires three things: A Great Commandment, A Great Commission and A Great Commitment.

Mark 12:29-31 Building a Great Church Introduction – The Keys to Attracting the Unchurched (This article was written by Thom Ranier. I only quoted parts of this in the introduction.) We recently conducted a study of formerly unchurched Americans. What made them come to a church? What made them ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:29-31

Denomination: Baptist

…because It Was Done So Quickly!

Contributed by Kostas Emmanouilidis on Jan 8, 2009

Gypsy Smith, a British evangelist during the late 19th and early 20th century said the way to have revival is to draw a circle around yourself, get down on your knees and pray, “Lord send a revival and let it begin inside of this circle.” The reason I ch

…Because It Was Done So Quickly! 2 Chronicles 29 The reason I chose this present passage to begin the New Year is given to us in verse 17. Everything that was carried out in this chapter occurs in the first month of the Jewish religious calendar, which corresponds with our March/April. What a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29:1-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Unbelief

Contributed by Robert Cox on Jan 23, 2009

How unbelief hinders our prayers

MATTHEW 9:35 Then Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people. 36 But when He saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were weary and ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Victory Yesterday, Today And Forever!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jan 24, 2009

Moses and Israel were pushed to the point of disaster before their breakthrough came. They were slaves living under people who abused them. They were called of God, but instead they seemed to be losing their place in the world. Then God sent Moses and ho

VICTORY YESTERDAY, TODAY AND FOREVER! Exodus 14:26-31 (KJV) 26 And the LORD said unto Moses, Stretch out thine hand over the sea, that the waters may come again upon the Egyptians, upon their chariots, and upon their horsemen. 27 And Moses stretched forth his hand over the sea, and the sea ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:26-31

Bueller... Bueller (Attendance) Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 15, 2008

This is our Stewardship sermon #1... focusing on attendance.

(OT) Exodus 20:8-11 8 "Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. 9 Six days you shall labor and do all your work, 10 but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God. On it you shall not do any work, neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your manservant or maidservant, nor your ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Reasons To Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2009

To encourage God’s people to be thankful because He has blessed us greatly in Christ Jesus and He continues to be here with us.

FOR THE LOVE OF CHRIST A MESSAGE SERIES FROM COLOSSIANS Reasons To Give Thanks Colossians 1:12-20 INTRODUCTION: A. Following Paul’s praise of the church at Colosse and his pray for them He expresses an attitude of thankfulness. 1. Now you might think “So what?” 2. Paul has been on three ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

Making Your Paths Straight

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Jul 25, 2009

Is your life out of control? Today we are going to see that God has a wonderful plan to Make Straight The Paths Of Your Life. This plan consists of: 1. Trusting God With All Our Hearts (v.5) 2. Leaning not on Our Own Understanding (v.5) 3. Acknowledgin

“MAKING YOUR PATHS STRAIGHT” “Straightening up your life” Proverbs 3:5-6 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: (Read passage) Opening Remarks: • Recently I was reminded of an essay written by George Orwell. In it he recalls eating a peanut butter and jam sandwich out on his deck. A fly landed ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Orthodox

Nehemiah 3 - Enemies Outside Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Mar 3, 2010

To finnish the work we need to overcome discouragement, overcome fear and always be ready to resist the enemy.

ENEMIES FROM OUTSIDE A few years ago I was invited to play basketball at the Union centre in Chicago. We were just an average bunch of guys trying to get some excercise. As we were warming up a guy came up and asked if his team could play against us. We said sure. They ended up being the farm ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:7-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Saul And David Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Sep 22, 2008

David will not harm "The Lord’s Anointed." This actually speaks to how we treat one another in Church.

1 Samuel 24 ’I will not lay my hand on my lord, because he is the LORD’s anointed.’ The story up to now… In the beginning of 1 Samuel, Israel cry out to Samuel to give them a king so that they can be like all the other nations – God gives them Saul – who looks great, and is great, for a while. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22

Denomination: *other

Stay Away From The Village People

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

Can you see clearly? This message deals with moving outside your comfort zone and seeing people correctly! There are no hand motions (YMCA) but this is a powerful message.

“Stay Away From The Village People” Text: Mark 8:22-26; Luke 4:18 I. Takes Us Out of Comfort Zone The people bring Jesus a blind man and ask Jesus to heal him. Notice what Jesus did. The Bible says Jesus took the man out of the village. I am sure the blind man was comfortable in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Compromise The First Step In Character Erosion Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 3, 2008

The message looks at the beginning of the erosion that takes place in Solomon’s life.

As we look upwards, it’s hard to imagine the mountains almost twice their present size – however in their infancy they were almost that large. Slowly, through the processes of weathering and erosion, the mountains have been reduced to a fraction of their original size. Erosion is happening all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Way To Change Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jun 10, 2009

Examining the process of sanctification in light of what Paul writes in the book of Ephesians

The Way to Change Text: Ephesians 4:25-28 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) As we continue on with our study of the Book of Ephesians we remember that last time we talked about how God expects us to change. God expects us, and even commands us to change. He tells us to put off the old self and put on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

He's Moving

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 6, 2009

Easter sermon

He’s Moving! April 12, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee Three friends were discussing death and one asked the group: What would you like people to say about you at your funeral? • He was a great humanitarian, • He was a great husband and father • He cared about his community • Look, he’s moving! ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10-18

Denomination: Wesleyan