Sermons on The Life Of The Believer:

Seeking And Searching

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Sep 13, 2008

God uses the seeking and searching as the purifying fire that prepares us to receive what we find. Through our seeking and searching, we are changed into the people who can steward and be trusted with the deep things of God’s heart.

Seeking and Searching – Proverbs 2:4-5 Intro.: The last “if” of Proverbs 2 describes the lifestyle & wisdom of going after the knowledge of God: “If you seek her as silver & search for her as hidden treasure...” I’ve referred to the spirit of revelation several times throughout this series. Eph. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:4-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Debt-Free Series

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Sep 27, 2008

Part IV of a Sermon Series on the Lord’s Prayer.

Grace to you and peace from him who is, who was and who is to come. Amen. - Today we are closing our series on the Lord’s Prayer - Matt 6:12-13 12And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. 13And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-13

Denomination: Congregational

Ways To Avoid Financial Meltdown

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 8, 2008

Practical sermon on wise financial practices.

WAYS TO AVOID FINANCIAL MELTDOWN Sunday, October 5, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee John and Jane are my friends. Years ago I was able to learn from their story. 1. Be content a. The Commandment that saves us from financial ruin is the 10th Commandment, “Do not covet”. b. We are bombarded by a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Wesleyan

Teamwork Series

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Feb 8, 2009

This series is based on the book, "Do Hard Things" by Brett and Alex Harris. It is a 7 week series that challenges teenagers to step up from the low expectations that our culture has placed on them.

9 Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. 10 For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up. 11 Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone? ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: *other

Measuring Our Faith

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Mar 2, 2009

I will never forget what Missionary Bill Lewis told me on my last night in Tanzania in 1963.

MEASURING OUR FAITH “I beseech (urge) you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable (and spiritual) service.” Romans 12:1 I will never forget what Missionary Bill Lewis told me on my last night in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

These Things #5 Series

Contributed by David Singleton on Jun 21, 2007

A study of Paul’s comments on "these things" in the book of 1 Timothy.

THESE THINGS 1ST TIMOTHY SERMON #5 1ST TIMOTHY 4:16 – 5:21 INTRODUCTION: WE HAVE SPENT THE LAST COUPLE OF WEEKS, WITH A BREAK FOR EASTER, IN A STUDY OF INSTRUCTIONS THAT PAUL GAVE TO TIMOTHY THAT WE HAVE TITLED “THESE THINGS”. AND AS WE’VE MOVED THROUGH THE BOOK OF 1ST TIMOTHY, WE’VE SEEN THAT ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Revival In Our Day Series

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 1, 2007

They tell us we see two things happening when revival is about to come to a nation. No. 1, there will be a marked increase in conversions; people getting saved. No. 2, there is a changing of the moral climate of the nation.

Revival in our day Ezra 1 7/1/07 It has been asked if America would ever see a real movement of God in such a way that we could call it a revival. I really don’t know whether we will ever experience revival as a nation or not but I can see little traits of revival in various places. They tell us ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Non Traditional Wedding Sermon

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 18, 2008

This was a very non traditional wedding sermon for a couple who met online.

What began as a Facebook search resulting in the response “Boy, he’s hot!” turned into a sneak attack setup date resulting in the response “Boy, she’s hot!” turned into a relationship… turned into a friendship… turned into an engagement… and now has turned into a marriage. Much has happened ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Seven Spheres Of Influence Series (Introduction/Church) Series

Contributed by Steve Greene on Dec 27, 2008

This message is the introduction to a four part series about how the church today needs to be involved in shaping every aspect of American culture.

Seven Spheres of Influence Series Connecting to our Culture (Introduction – Church) There was a renewed sense of God’s presence and power as well as an awakened sensitivity to His purpose and calling. As a result of Nehemiah’s effort... Those OUTSIDE the walls CHANGED their opinion about who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Seven Spheres Of Influence Series (Education/Family) Series

Contributed by Steve Greene on Dec 27, 2008

This is the second message in the Seven Spheres of Influence series, exploring the church’s role in shaping American culture.

Seven Spheres of Influence Series: Education and Family Connecting to our Culture The Seven Spheres of Influence are Arts and Entertainment, Business, Church, Education, Family, Media, Politics and Government. Colossians 3:12-17 (NLT) 12 Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Warning And The Promise

Contributed by Ronald Dale Mizer on Feb 15, 2008

Encouraging people don’t forget how the lord has brought us this far and their responsibilty.

“WARNING AND THE PROMISE” 12 Then Jehovah appeared to Solomon by night, and said to him: I have heard thy prayer, and I have chosen for myself this place for a house of sacrifice. 13 If I shut up the heavens that there be no rain, or if I command the locust to devour the land, or if I send ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:12-14

Denomination: Methodist

Freedom

Contributed by Ronnie Knight on May 26, 2008

This sermon should challenge each listener to examine there state of spiritual existence and make sure they are free indeed. True freedom comes only through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Subject: Spiritual Freedom Scripture: John 8.36 Sermon: “Freedom” Scope: This sermon should challenge each listener to examine there state of spiritual existence and make sure they are free indeed. Summary: True freedom comes only through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Segue: Today I ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36

Denomination: Baptist

Addicted To The Ministry

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jul 8, 2008

The four signs of an addiction are also the four components of a meaningful ministry

ADDICTED TO THE MINISTRY Text: 1 Corinthians 16:13 – 16 Introduction: • Ministry = “service” o To God (Playing an instrument) o To other Christians (Deacon) o To the unsaved (Prison ministry) o To those in need (Counseling) • Addicted = Old English for “devoted” • Four ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

You Are The Salt Of The Earth Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 9, 2008

A message on the necessity of salt in the world and it’s characteristics.

You Are the Salt of the Earth Matthew 5:13 Intro In the Beatitudes Jesus sets before us a word picture of the inner spirit of a genuine Christian (Matt. 5:3-9) The Master continues the Sermon on the Mount with lessons of Christian discipleship by describing in graphic terms the influence of such ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

A New Vision For A New Year

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 27, 2008

Explains how everybody is important to God.

A NEW VISION FOR A NEW YEAR Why are you here? Not at church today, that isn’t my question. My question is, “Why are you here? Why are you still on earth?” The Bible makes it quite clear that God loves you. We also know that Jesus has gone to prepare a place for us. He’s prepared a place in ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5

Denomination: Baptist