Sermons on The Rich Man Fade Away:

What A Godly Mother Brings To The Table

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jun 6, 2007

A godly mother gives much to her child(ren).

What a Godly Mother Brings to the Table 2 Tim. 1:5, 3:15 May 13, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A B For I am mindful of the sincere faith within you, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

He Brought You Out To Take You In

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Dec 5, 2006

God delivered a nation through Moses. He delivers the world through Christ. In delivering a people several things that grip us must be broken.

HE BROUGHT YOU OUT TO TAKE YOU IN Advent Series-Part 1 Acts 7:20-37 Sunday, December 3, 2006 Pastor Brian Matherlee Read Acts 7:20-37 • THE SIGNIFICANCE OF CHRISTMAS TO AMERICANS The Barna Research Group poll, conducted for the Lutheran Hour Ministries found that: 37% of adults in the national ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:20-37

Denomination: Wesleyan

Yahweh Takes On The Gods Of Egypt Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 5, 2006

False religion is often an attempt to control the fears and uncertainties of life. But, whether we approve of the way He runs the universe or not, only Yahweh is Sovereign.

Yahweh Takes On the Gods of Egypt (Exodus 7:14-8:32) (note: to project photos of the various Egyptian gods, do a search on the itnernet; go to the site for a better resolution picture) 1. A pastor named Joe McKeever wrote: Recently, while the residents of Charlotte, N.C., were trying to decide ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Nothing Beats Love Part 2

Contributed by Don Jaques on Oct 19, 2006

The Holy Spirit can help all Christians to love in ways that are patient and kind.

What is love, from a kid’s point of view? "When my grandmother got arthritis, she couldn’t bend over and paint her toenails anymore. So my grandfather does it for her all the time, even when his hands got arthritis too. That’s love." "When someone loves you, the way they say your name is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Marks Of Maturity: A Leadership Checklist Series

Contributed by Larry Osborne on Jun 13, 2007

Spiritual growth and maturity is often accelerated under difficult circumstances. In Paul’s letter to the Thessalonians (see 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10), he describes what spiritual growth looks like in the midst of “severe suffering.”

1 Timothy: Doing Church God’s Way North Coast Church Message #4 July 29-30, 2006 Dr. Larry Osborne The Marks of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Unbelief Series

Contributed by J. Brad Campbell on Jun 15, 2007

the third sermon in a series dealing with things that hinder our prayer life

HINDRANCES TO PRAYER ------------------------------------------------- LESSON #3: UNBELIEF TEXT: JAMES 1:5-7 REVIEW: What was our lesson last week? Stubbornness What is stubbornness towards God? When you close your ears to a message of truth and refuse to change. Why do pastors have to preach ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unforgiveness Series

Contributed by J. Brad Campbell on Jun 15, 2007

this is the four sermon in a series dealing with things that hinder our prayer life

HINDRANCES TO PRAYER ------------------------------------------------------------ LESSON #4: UNFORGIVENESS TEXT: Matt. 6:14-15 REVIEW: What was our lesson last week? Unbelief. When Jesus would ask, “believest thou that I am able to do this” what was he looking for? A seed of faith from which a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stand Firm

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Jun 15, 2007

This message uses the example of the Hebrew children to encourage Christians to Stand Firm in the face of any opposition.

Stand Firm Daniel 1.1-8 vv. 4-5, Daniel and his friends got a three-year crash course in the ways of the Chaldeans. --New Teachings, new language, pagan religion --They were faced with adversity in their education—they would be taught things that went totally against their beliefs. --They ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Transforming Prayer Series

Contributed by David Calhoun on Aug 21, 2007

Prayer has the power to transform us from lost to saved, sick to healed, poor to prosperous, sad to joyful, upset to peaceful.

TRANSFORMERS 3 Transforming Prayer Part 1 ILL: Flight 93 Video Clip– Lord’s Prayer… Most people wait until death is near, the marriage is in failing, the kids are in trouble, money is low etc. before praying. God will certainly hear our prayers of distress but why wait till destruction to pray? ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Habits For Growing Christians Series

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 23, 2007

2nd in a series on Christian Growth

Reba McEntire is one of the most successful entertainers in country music. One of the reasons for her success is a basic philosophy which motivates her. She says, "One of the most important lessons I’ve learned is that you’re never as good as you could be. There’s always room for improvement." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Changed Thief

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Mar 30, 2010

Matthew shows 2 thieves taunting Christ. Luke records 1 thief taunting and the 2nd thief repenting. Surveying the words of Christ on the cross and how they may have impacted the repentant thief.

Matt 27:35-44 (key = v. 44) Even the robbers [plural, both robbers] who were crucified with Him reviled Him … Luke 23:35-43 I. QUESTION – RECONCILING THE TWO ACCOUNTS A. Matthew 27 (Both Criminals Mocking); Luke 23 (One Criminal Mocking) B. At First, Both Mocked, Then ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Church Of God

The Big Picture Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Jul 1, 2012

The question is, “What or whom are you worshiping?” But what is worship?” Worship is our response both personal and corporate to God for who He is and for what He has done expressed in and by the things we say and the way we live.

The Big Picture Romans 12:1-2 David Yarborough writes, “Back in 1992 when the Dallas Cowboys were preparing to play the San Francisco 49ers And then he writes, “Why did you come to worship today? Our primary reason for attending church should be to worship God, honor Him and to show ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

Serving: A Reasonable Act Of Sacrifice

Contributed by Stephen Robinson on Jul 2, 2012

When Christian are more interested in what they drive, what they wear and the house they live in they are saying that serving God is more about getting stuff than about sacrifice. But what kind of life does Jesus want us to pursuer? A Life of Service.

Today message is called Serving: A Reasonable Act of Sacrifice Reasonable Service (NKJV) Romans 12 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. God’s Perfect ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8, Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Prayer Of Jesus

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 3, 2012

The power of prayer and Jesus ability to intercede for His children.

The prayer of Jesus John 17:1-17:18 Introduction- Happy Father’s Day! This morning we look at Jesus praying what is called the priestly prayer to the Heavenly Father. We definitely can tie this to a Father’s day message in the fact that Men, we should be leading and praying for ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

"Presenting A Powerful Witness”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 3, 2012

How do we remain faithful and bold for Christ in the face of opposition?

“The world is not interested in an anemic, spineless Christianity. They are impacted by courageous Christians.” - Grant Richison Paul was an example of uncommon courage wherever he was called by God to be (even in a prison cell). Now he encourages the Philippians to be an example of uncommon ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist