Sermons on The Return:

A Good Kind Of Debt

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Sep 10, 2017

Paul, like Jesus, tells us to love everyone, even those who irritate us. We should practice love in action because 1) God tells us to do so, and 2) Jesus is coming soon.

Romans 13:8-14 A Good Kind of Debt Tomorrow is Patriot’s Day, the 16th anniversary of the deadliest single attack on U.S. soil, even eclipsing Pearl Harbor in casualties. Thousands of courageous people risked their lives to save others. Firefighters rushed against the crowds to enter the doomed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14, Matthew 22:37-39, Luke 10:25-37, Colossians 3:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Choices: The Power Of The Little

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 18, 2017

There is a special promise to those faithful in the little things. Little things could open the doors to greater things... This SMALL open door could be the opportunity to the heart of God.

CHOICES? THE HARVEST OF LITTLE BITS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Revelation 3:8 I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it: for thou hast a little strength, and hast kept my word, and hast not denied my name. CHOICES AND ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Birthdays Are Special (Pentecost)

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 18, 2018

Pentecost is the birthday of the church...some may think Christmas should be, others think that Good Friday maybe a good day...(some thoughts from Rev. Ken Klaas) A brief intro to Pentecost and the work of the Holy Spirit

In Jesus Holy Name May 20, 2018 Text: Acts 1:8 Pentecost “Birthdays Are Special” This past weekend while Colleen and I were at the California Nevada Hawaii District convention we had a special dinner with our son’s family. It was our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

What Does The Ascension Mean?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 18, 2014

The Ascension of Jesus is far more critical to the Christian than most people know.

What Does the Ascension Mean? Luke 24:50-53 Acts 1: 1-8 Introduction Today is Ascension Sunday on the church calendar. It used to be that the church calendar drove the events of the Western world. This is not so any more. For many who call themselves Christians, including those who are pastors, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

“what Is Your Name?” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 19, 2014

How can my life be transformed by the power of Christ?

In middle east culture, one’s name often said something about their character. When Abram was called to become the father of a great nation, he took on the name, “Abraham,” which means “father of a multitude.” When Jacob encountered the Lord, his name changed from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The King In A Feeding Box Series

Contributed by John Phillip R. Pesebre on Dec 20, 2012

A sermon on how the world receives glad tidings on the coming of the Savior.

Introduction People like to hear dramatic stories. Dramas are plots made successful by contrasts: Romeo & Juliet, Twilight, Angry Birds, Maya & Sir Chief [a famous noontime Filipino sitcom]. We related to these stories because deep in contrasts there is a need for us to see victory to occur -- ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

“go For The Gold!” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 7, 2013

If our lives are going to count for God, we need to live with our eyes on the prize.

God has a plan for our lives. We all have a “race marked out for us” (Hebrews 12:1). We are called to “Get In The Game.” But how can I make sure I am running the race that God has marked out for me? George W. Truett defined true success as “Knowing God’s will and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

A Message From The One We Serve Series

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 25, 2013

The series of messages on End Times for Today will take the words from Revelation chapter by chapter and reveal the blessings that are promised within these pages.

Introduction If you would someone the question, what is God like? How would they answer? How if I would ask you the same question how would you answer the question, what is God like? Now most Christians would probably agree that God is like Jesus. Because, Jesus Himself said: “He that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Of Abraham, Part 5: You're Going To Be A Dad Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 7, 2014

Abraham receives a staggering promise from God and believes it. God counts it for Abraham's necessary righteousnedd

The Life of Abraham, Part 5: You’re Going to be a Dad Genesis 15:1-6 Introduction In the last lesson, God had given a great victory over those who had captured his nephew Lot. In this episode, Abraham had met this shadowy person named Melchizedek, one greater than Abraham who blessed him for his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6, Genesis 15:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The War In Heaven

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 27, 2014

If we know the battle plan of the enemy, and we know the eventual fall Satan will take from Heaven, this message asks the important question of us: "What are we waiting for to actually GO and make disciples?"

The War in Heaven Revelation, Part 17, Revelation 12:7-17 Introduction - One of the greatest indicators of our faith’s strength is our commitment to the church and to bringing others to Christ which is the Gospel ministry - The bible tells us that the times ahead will be difficult ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do Good To The Family Of Believers

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 10, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you family? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that our love prioritizes our real family, the family of believers. IV. TEXT: Galatians 6:9-10 (Amplified Bible) And let us not lose heart and gr

I. EXORDIUM: Are you family? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that our love prioritizes our real family, the family of believers. IV. TEXT: Galatians 6:9-10 (Amplified Bible) And let us not lose heart and grow weary and faint in acting nobly and doing right, for in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Healing Power Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Mar 9, 2013

A talk given on Mothering Sunday and completing a series in the Book of James. God wants a praying, praising and healing church. The power of forgiveness brings healing.

Historically mothering Sunday was a day when people returned to their mother church for a special service of celebration. People who did that were said to have gone a-mothering. By the 18th century Mothering Sunday was a specific Sunday in Lent just a few weeks before Easter when domestic servants ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Anglican

Haggai - Establishing Priorities Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 18, 2013

Haggai awakens the people from their complacency. Establish the priorities and make God the centre of their lives. Recognise the source of their blessings and trust God their Giver. Restore to God His due glory.

Haggai is the 2nd shortest book in the OT, after Obadiah (last Sunday). • We are down to the last 3 books of the Minor Prophets and also the last 3 chronologically – Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi. • Haggai and Zechariah spoke to the Israelites after their return from captivity, challenging the ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Repent Or Die

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Dec 10, 2013

Repentance involves reducing yourself to servant status, humbling yourself even as Jesus did, it involves praying earnestly for forgiveness and eliminating wickedness from your lifestyle.

Jesus said something really tough for us to hear. He said, "you can be sure that if you don’t turn back to God, every one of you will die." Luke 13:5 Jesus was informed that some innocent people had been murdered by Pilate as they were worshiping at the Temple in Jerusalem. Pilate was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Practical Principles For A New Year

Contributed by George Bannister on Jan 5, 2014

This sermon suggests some possible personal core values to guide individuals in daily living.

Practical Principles for a New Year Text: Philippians 3:7-21 7 I once thought these things were valuable, but now I consider them worthless because of what Christ has done. 8 Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-21

Denomination: Baptist