Sermons on The Great Commission:

Avoiding Temptation's Trap Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 23, 2010

In this sermon we learn how Joseph was able to resist the challenging temptation he faced from Potiphar's wife.

Introduction: A. Let me begin by asking you: “What is it that is most tempting to you?” 1. I think it is funny to watch cats stare at a fish bowl or a bird cage – it is so representative of temptation’s attraction. 2. When I was a kid we had cats and they would sit and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Extreme Makeover: Mind Edition

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 12, 2010

In the show Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, they take a needy family and transform their less-than-desirable home into something magnificent. Today I want to talk about not a home makeover but a mind makeover. But, instead of Ty Pennington holding the bul

EXTREME MAKEOVER: MIND EDITION INTRODUCTION: Have you ever seen the show, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition? They take a needy family and transform their less-than-desirable home into something magnificent. Today I want to talk about not a home makeover but a mind makeover. But, instead of Ty ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Need A Miracle

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jan 19, 2010

A Miracle: It is an event beyond the power of any human being; an event beyond any physical law. it is a supernatural occurrence or a wonderful thing brought about by the power of God.

I NEED A MIRACLE Dr. D. K. Olukoya This week, we are considering a message entitled, “I need a miracle.” 2 Chronicles 16:9: “For the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to shew himself strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Article 22. The Sabbath And Worship Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jan 30, 2010

This sermon looks at the narrower sense of worship upon the Lords day. The call, the centre and the content of Worship on the Sabbath.

Baptist confession of faith 1689. Article 22. Worship and the Sabbath. The essentials of Worship Intrinsic in the heart of every human being is the desire to worship – (that’s why your here today to enter into worship) it’s like a default mechanism in built in every ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Prayer Of Faith ! Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 2, 2010

James teaches that when the sick call for the elders that the elders are to pray "the prayer of faith", which was prayed by elders that had had the apostles to lay their hands upon them and they would be praying with miraculous power, which is not possibl

INTRODUCTION #35 1. Please open your bibles to James 5:15. 2. In a previous lesson, from James 5:14, we discussed three different instructions that James gave to those who were sick and living during the days of miraculous healing of the sick. Those three instructions were first to be applied ...read more

Scripture: James 5:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Picture Of Baptism

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 27, 2011

Paul detailed the rich meaning behind the ordinance of baptism of the power of Christ’s resurrection. (Christian)Baptism is a picture of the power of Christ’s resurrection. But How is it seen? Baptism pictures...

The PICTURE of BAPTISM—Romans 5:19—6:18 Need: How are Baptism & Resurrection Sunday related? Why do we Baptize? What is the significance of Baptism? Paul detailed the rich meaning behind the ordinance of baptism of the power of Christ’s resurrection. (Christian)Baptism is a picture of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Activating A Seared Conscience Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 26, 2010

In this lesson we see the wrong way Joseph's brothers dealt with their guilt, and we learn the right way to handle guilt through God's remedy.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who entered a high class restaurant, bought a drink and then immediately threw it into the waiter’s face. 1. Quickly grabbing a napkin, he helped the waiter dry his face while he apologized with great remorse. 2. “I'm so sorry,” he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Humble Beginning

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jul 31, 2010

In this passage, we see God’s providence working in at least 3 ways… 1. The TIMING of His birth 2. The PLACE of His birth and 3. The NATURE of His birth…

A Humble Beginning Series: Beginnings of a Legacy December 20, 2009 As I was re-reading the story of Jesus’ birth, (for the billionth time)… I was amazed at how no matter how many times I read it, God always has something new to show me, that I’ve never seen before! This time as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Making Plans, Following God Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Aug 8, 2010

How do we make plans while following God?

Making Plans, Following God James 4:13-17 Intro Slide Who here wants to have a successful future? We all want a successful future. We probably all know as well that a successful future does not just usually happen. We don’t sit in our living room and then walk out the door and Bam, success, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Open The Door Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 23, 2010

The message to the church in Laodicea shows us that in order to get what we really need in life, we must let Jesus in to our lives.

In his book, The Second Coming of the Church, Christian researcher and pollster, George Barna, documents his findings about the differences in behaviors between those who identify themselves as born again Christians and non-Christians here in the United States. Among the results of his surveys are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

When God Says No, There Is A Yes

Contributed by Bartholomew Riggins on Nov 12, 2009

This sermon is about Joshua, Jericho, Ai and the Children of Israel

We greet you this afternoon in the savior’s name, Jesus Christ , praising Him the one who is the head of my life and the head of the of the church and head of this local fellowship. Without Christ we can do nothing….but we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us. I invite your ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:18-19, Joshua 1:1-3

Denomination: Church Of God

The Joy Of The Harvest Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009

If we ever want to see the harvest, we must faithfully plant the seeds and tend the garden!

The Joy of the Harvest Acts 17:1-15 Intro: Someone in Elgin once had a neighbor named Jack. Jack was a tough man. He worked hard, he drank hard, he fought hard, and he was harsh and gruff in his manner. Most people were afraid of Jack. But this one neighbor got brave and said hello to him over the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Survive A Shipwreck

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 22, 2010

Paul sails for Rome. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: chapter 27 verses 1-22: Ill: • Many Christians use car stickers to witness (bad drivers – God gets the blame!) • Many non-Christians also use car stickers displaying messages. • Some advertise a club or society e.g. scouts, caravan club. • Some tell you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-22

Denomination: Brethren

Thyatira - Jezebel In The Church

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010

Thyatira - Jezebel in the Church (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Revelation chapter 2 verses 18-29: Ill: • There was a minister out taking a walk on a beautiful street. • He noticed a small boy attempting to ring the doorbell on the porch of a house. • The boy was short and the doorbell was higher than usual. • The boy could ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Brethren

Preparing For The End Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Dec 1, 2010

In Paul's trip to Jerusalem we see that when God sends you a hardship He also prepares you to go through it.

(The open illustration was taken from Sermon Centrals Illustrations database) Tony Campolo tells about the time he was asked to speak at a Pentecostal college. Before the service, eight men had him kneel so they could place their hands on his head and pray. Tony was glad to have the prayer, but ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:10-25

Denomination: Baptist