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Producing Good Fruit

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 15, 2014

Our identity is revealed by what is seen in our lives. We must produce much good fruit in our lives, if we ever hope to make a difference in the lives of others. God's life in us can and will bring good life change.

PRODUCING GOOD FRUIT Matthew 7:15-23 15 "Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. 16 By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? 17 Likewise every good tree bears good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Holy . . . Spirit! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 7, 2012

Week 29 of 32. This week we look at the Holy Spirit. Inspired by randy Frazee and Max Lucado.

The Story - 29 May 8, 2011 Holy . . . ? For Easter I wrote 2 sermons, but only gave one, yet, today’s message was much more difficult to write. This was the longest chapter in The Story, but basically what I’m going to talk about occurs in the first few pages of the chapter. When I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Reasons The Dollar Died Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 28, 2012

God has sent divine judgement upon ancient Israel because they had abandoned their Godly foundation in which their nation had been founded.The Judgement was meant to awaken Israel to return to their foundation, Godly heritage but instead of repenting they

“The Final Countdown Has Started” Series The Real Reasons the Dollar Died 3 of 4 (Based upon Jonathan Cahn’s book “The Harbinger: The Ancient Mystery that Holds the Secret of America’s Future”) February 26, 2012 Chester’s FBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Root And The Fruit Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 10, 2011

If I’m not saved by works (Ephesians 2:8-9), why is it that the Rich man in Luke 16 and the Goats in Matthew 25:31-46 went to hell because the DIDN’T DO good works? That doesn’t make any sense... or does it?

A Sunday School teacher had spent a great deal of teaching her young class about the fact that doing “good works” could not buy them a place in heaven. To drive home her point she asked her class, "If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale and gave all my money to the church, would I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Big Fish Story

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 25, 2016

There are truths in the Book of Jonah that are worth fishing for. Truths that the whole world needs to hear. Truths that should make us faithful to the call God has on our lives.

One Big Fish Story Isn't That A Whale of A Tell There are many who have called the book of Jonah, nothing but a "Big Fish Story." Others have said that is just a "Whale of a Tell!" Meaning that the Book of Jonah is no more than a fairy tale, causing many, to miss the truths God wants them to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Legacy, Your Choice Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 3, 2016

This message looks at the legacy each of us will leave.

Legacy 1 So here we are, April. For those who have been a part of the Cornerstone family for more than a year then you know what April means. For those of you who have been with us for less than a year you might think that April is simply the month that falls between March and May. And while ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Wesleyan

Give Me Patience ... Now! Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 31, 2019

It is always a bad idea to try to accomplish God’s plan in your own way and by your own timing. God’s plans come complete with His methods and His timing, and when we get impatient and try to tinker with that … well, everything gets all messed up.

“Don’t pray for patience.” Who hasn’t heard that before, amen? It’s almost become an axiom when it comes to prayer, hasn’t it? Some of you, I suspect, believe it and have even advised someone in your family or one of your friends not to pray for patience. I disagree. I pray for patience all ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-8, James 5:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

Coffee House Christians

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 20, 2015

Many so-called Christians are now filled with all kinds of different ingredients that they are now something different, filled with a bunch of self-indulgent froth rather than solid Biblical substance.

“Coffee House Christians” By Bishop M.L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING:- My wife likes the smell of coffee but she doesn’t like the taste of it. I like coffee I like it black no sugar and no cream. As a matter of fact I like coffee so much that I once developed a lump and had to have a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-8

Denomination: Apostolic

God Never Forgets His People

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Nov 16, 2020

If there was ever time that the body of Christ needed to be encouraged, it is now. This message was delivered in a little over an hour and looked at four passages from Isaiah. A short series could be developed focusing on each of the passages.

Turn with me to James 1:2. “My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations.” And we know the word “temptation” means “test.” And we know the test we are to count as joy is when Satan tries to get us to give up, to give in or to get out when it relates to God and His Word. Now, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2, Isaiah 49:13-17, Isaiah 30:27-29, Isaiah 41:10-13, Isaiah 65:18-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Waiting Harvest

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jan 24, 2021

Next in sermon series through John

The Waiting Harvest - Read John 4:27-38 Last week we saw Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well. He asked for a drink. Spoke with a woman, a woman of the world, when societal norms said He shouldn’t. Because of His encounter, that woman’s life was changed. Because of His encounter, many ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-38

Denomination: Baptist

Bringing Them To Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 18, 2015

Your story and God's power are a dynamic force.

Bringing Them To Jesus Text: John 4:27-42 Introduction 1. Illustration: There is a legend, which recounts the return of Jesus to glory after His time on earth. Even in heaven He bore the marks of His earthly pilgrimage with its cruel cross and shameful death. The angel Gabriel approached Him ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Methodist

Let It Go Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 15, 2021

Some people get depressed when they see the trees losing their leaves in autumn. Some even say that the trees look sad. Autumn though shows us how beautiful it is to let things go. We need to consider what, in our lives, we need to drop in order to heal our souls, move forward in our lives and grow.

source: http://www.jokes4us.com/miscellaneousjokes/weatherjokes/falljokes.html Why does Humpty Dumpty love autumn? Because he had a great fall! Why are trees very forgiving? Because in fall they “let it go” and in the spring, they “turn over a new leaf.” Fall is a time of transition. There are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32, Matthew 18:21-22, Luke 1:37, Philippians 4:8-9, Isaiah 43:18-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Skunks Don't Like The Be Squeezed

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 6, 2025

Mother’s Day sermons are notoriously awful.

Skunks Don’t Like to Be Squeezed “That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the lake. 2 Such large CROWDS gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat in it, while all the people stood on the shore. 3 Then he told them many things in parables, saying: “A farmer went out to sow ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fruitfulness By Being Rooted In Christ's Word PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 25, 2025

True stability and lasting fruit come not from striving, but from letting Christ dwell deeply within us, shaping our hearts and lives with His presence.

Welcome, friends. If life this week felt like a tug-of-war—pulled by pressure, pushed by problems—take a breath. You’re in good company, and you’re in a good place. The God who made you also means to steady you. He has a way of slipping peace into a restless heart and strength into weary bones. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:7, Ephesians 3:17

Topics: Abiding, In Christ

Sermon 13: Christian Life And Ministry Are A Team Effort Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 12, 2026

As the apostle Paul concludes his letter to the church at Colossae, he mentions 11 people in the last 12 verses. From this we notice that Paul was someone who knew how dependent he was on others for his own wellbeing and for the advance of the Gospel. Christian life and ministry are a team effort.

Introduction: A. The America’s Cup is a sailing competition and is the oldest international competition still operating in any sport and has the oldest trophy dating back to 1851. 1. Dennis Conner is one of America’s most successful yachtsman and has won in many different kinds of sailing ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ