Sermons on The Gate Called Beautiful:

Traped In The Cares Of Life

Contributed by Jason Evans on Jun 13, 2006

A message warning on the distractions of life and encouragment to keep the focus on God.

In Luke 21:34-36 it says “And take heed to yourselves, lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting, and drunkenness, and cares of this life, and so that day come upon you unawares. For as a snare shall it come on all them that dwell on the face of the whole earth. Watch ye ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:34-36

Denomination: *other

The Other Side

Contributed by Brian Morse on Jun 22, 2006

Based on Mark 4:35-41, this sermon encourages people to accept Christ’s invitation to get in the boat with him, and journey to the other side.

First Christian Church in Earlington Rev. Brian Morse Traditional Worship: Sunday 9:30 am Casual Worship: Saturday 5:30 pm 215 East Main Street, Across the street from the Post Office 383-5250 June 25th, 2006 -- Mark 4:35-41 35 On that day, when evening had come, (Jesus) said to them, ‘Let us ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is Jesus Your Shepherd

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Jun 23, 2006

If Jesus is your Savior - then He is also your Shepherd. What does that mean if Jesus is our Shepherd? This sermon teaches you about living our lives with Jesus as our Shepherd.

Is Jesus your Shepherd? Psalm 23 Intro.: A. What does Moses, David and Jesus all have in common? They were all Shepherds. - Moses was tending the Flock for his father-in-law when the Lord appeared to him in a burning bush and called Moses to lead God’s people out of Egpyt. - David was a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-8

Denomination: Adventist

It's Time To Shine

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Jun 23, 2006

Looking at Jesus call to be the Salt of the earth and the Light of the World. Living out our Faith - by Shining for Jesus.

It’s Time To Shine Matt. 5:13-16 Sermon Outline by Pastor Brad Rigney What are some of the things Jesus’ sermon on the Mount teach us about living for Him? Vs. 13-16; of Jesus’ sermon teaches us that we are to others for Christ. So how do we do this? We are to be Salt, vs. 13 What is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Adventist

The Good Ship Disciple-Ship

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Jun 23, 2006

Focusing on boarding the Ship of Discipleship. What it means to be a Disciple of Jesus Christ.

The GoodShip: Disciple-Ship John 6:60-71 Intro.: A. As I mentioned last week, an Aircraft Carrier is a good ship for Offense as it has about 90 airplanes onboard. However, an aircraft carrier needs the help of other ships for support. A DESTROYER is one type of a Ship in the Task Force of a ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-71

Denomination: Adventist

The Emulation Factor Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006

Discipleship means becoming like Christ

(adapted from Rick Warren’s The Purpose Driven Life) SERIES: “THE GROWTH FACTORS” TEXT: ROMANS 8:28-29 TITLE: “THE EMULATION FACTOR” INTRODUCTION: A. Have you ever noticed that the first thing people do when they see a newborn baby is try to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Watch The Father And Imitate Him

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Aug 11, 2006

Israel was called to imitate God and so are we. Jesus achieved it, and he is in the process of making us perfect so that we will be like him.

I read a story this week (by Bishop Tom Wright) about a Father who was preparing to go away on business for several weeks. He was anxious to make sure that his wife would be looked after during his time away and so he had a quiet word with his eldest son who was about 9 years old at the time. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Anglican

Donuts & Demons

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Aug 13, 2006

Fasting isn’t a tool to strong arm God into aligning with our will and prayers, but a discipline to strengthen us whereby we become more aligned with God’s will and power as we pray.

I. INTRODUCTION - Turn To Matthew 17:14-21 A. I Want To Preach On Subject Of Fasting: Its Problems & Possibilities 1. Don’t like fasting? I don’t either 2. Don’t fast much? I don’t either 3. Sounds boring, but I want to preach it in a way you’ve never heard before B. Google Search: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Mark The Beginning Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Aug 15, 2006

This is message one from a series dealing with chapter 3, verse 16 of each New Testament letter.

Introduction I. Over the next few months we are going to embark on a journey. A. For me this journey began as I was considering the next sermon series. 1. I thought about asking you to write down what your favorite verse of scripture was, and preaching on those. a. But I decided that would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Methodist

Putting Your Roots Down Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Aug 19, 2006

Life Management 101, part 6. Dave sees Psalm 1 as laying out some life steps that lead logically to godliness (and thus a kind of prosperity or productivity) and some that lead logically to godlessness (vanity). The progression in verse 1 of walk-stand-

Putting Your Roots Down Life Management 101, part 6 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers July 23, 2006 Today I want to talk to you about putting your roots down. The last few weeks have probably been the richest series we have ever done here on spiritual formation. I called the series Life ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Free Methodist

Dust

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Aug 24, 2006

The Torah and its teachings.

Dust July 23, 2006 Matthew 4:18-22 Last Sunday, one of our guests/visitors to the service asked if we had a pamphlet about what we believed as a Church. I said we did and handed it to her. In the pamphlet, which is in the entryway for all who are interested, are listed 5 of the core beliefs of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All The Wrong Kinds Of People

Contributed by David Ward on Aug 26, 2006

Jesus calls all the wrong kinds of people to join his revolution. Apparently, the wrong kinds of people are just right for Jesus.

“All the Wrong Kinds of People” Mark 1:16-20 Mark 2:13-17 INTRODUCTION: If you were going to start a revolution, what kinds of people would you recruit? What demographic would you target? What character qualities would you look for? I suppose it might depend on what kind of revolution you were ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nevertheless, Not My Will…

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Aug 28, 2006

God - who has given man ’free-will’ wants man to freely give it up in favor of doing His will.

Nevertheless, Not My Will… Theme: God has always wanted us to use our free will to give it up. Matt. 26:39 INTRODUCTION A. Why is it that the more we grow in the Lord, the more difficult it seems to be living according to His will? 1. Some might respond: but it is “easy” when you love the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Some Things Just Don't Belong Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Aug 30, 2006

When we put on the new life of Christ there are some things that have no place in our lives anymore.

Some Things Just Don’t Belong Ephesians 5:1-5 Ephesians 5:1 (NLT) Follow God’s example in everything you do, because you are his dear children. Follow the Leader  Following requires focus • Upon the activity of God • John 5:19 John 5:19 (NLT) Jesus replied, "I assure you, the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Convictions Of A Disciple Series

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Sep 1, 2006

This message teaches us that Disciples are people who have convictions. We need more Convictions of our beliefs in order to lead us into action in following and serving our Lord.

Convictions of a Disciple 2Tim. 1:3-14, Pastor Brad Rigney Intro.: A. This Week, Last Week, next week around our country there will be Thousands of Students beginning College. And in most every college there are, New Students who will be required to attend an Orientation Session or Class. Most ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-14

Denomination: Adventist