Sermons on The Vineyard Of Fruitfulness:

How Can I Live A Life That Makes God Smile?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 1, 2010

This passage not only lets us know that it's possible to live a life that pleases God, it then goes on to share four things present in that kind of life.

MOVING PAST "I HOPE SO. . .": God has given us the opportunity and means to live a life that makes Him smile. - Colossians 1:10 – “may please Him in every way” - An interesting idea: living to make God smile. - When you ask many people whether they’re going to heaven, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Experience The Word

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 8, 2010

Which is more important - doctrine, or experience? The WORD is our authority, but shouldn't our experience corroborate the truth? Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

Experience the Word Galatians 3:1-5 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ExperienceTheWord.html Paul now goes back to the experience of the Galatians. How were they saved? Were they saved by law or were they saved by faith in Jesus Christ? O foolish Galatians, who hath bewitched you, that ye should ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

On Rhythms And Seasons - Thanksgiving

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Oct 12, 2010

Today's worship experience is meant to recapture the seasonal rhythms that will lead us towards fall, harvest, celebration, and thanksgiving.

On Rhythms and Seasons Thanksgiving, Oct 10, 2010 • Opening hymn – In Thanksgiving Let us Praise Him #557 • Greeting time • Welcome/ announcements/ intro – Steve - family service – activity packs available - CLM on Wednesday - Worship night – Nov. 6; ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

Practicing Patience

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Oct 14, 2010

The Bible tells us many ways we can practice the spiritual fruit of patience, this sermon deals with three tings we must do in order to display the fuit of patience.

PRACTICING PATIENCE (All me sermon use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) Many times I pray for Wisdom - to understand my teenagers; Love - to forgive them; Patience - for their mood swings; Because, Lord if I pray for Strength, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Alibis Needed: Like Him In Our Faithfulness

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Oct 26, 2010

Faithfulness is a fruit of the Holy Spirit, so we can be like God in our faithfulness...

No Alibis Needed Like Him in Our Faithfulness TCF Sermon October 24, 2010 Most forms of unfaithfulness are not always newsworthy. It happens around us every day and most of the time we never hear about it unless it’s in a form that involves us personally. But the more well-known a person is, the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Godly Wisdom We Need - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 20, 2010

How to pray for Godly wisdom (4 requests)

The Godly Wisdom We Need - Part 1 James 3:13-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - July 25, 2010 *We had an outstanding Vacation Bible School this summer. Sometimes the leaders would call out to the children: “Need Answers?” -- And the kids would reply: “Ask ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Vine Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 4, 2010

TO LIVE A DISICPLED LIFE IS TO LEARN THE TRUTH OF THE VINE--YIELD IS EVERYTHING.

Vine John 15:1-8 INTRODUCTION Kudzu was introduced to the United States in 1876 at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Countries were invited to build exhibits to celebrate the 100th birthday of the U.S. The Japanese government constructed a beautiful garden filled with ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Joy Comes In The Morning Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Feb 13, 2011

Sadness and mourning come before joy. What is God’s joy? What is our true joy?

Joy Comes in the Morning – February 13, 2011 – CATM Anniversary Well…Happy Anniversary to Church at the Mission! Hard to believe it’s been 13 years since we formally launched as CATM. Actually we didn’t have a name when we started. Two different members of the mission’s Development department ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Soil Of The Soul Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 15, 2011

God must be sought by those whose soil is not nurturing the fruit of the Spirit.

Read Matthew 13.1-9. Pray. Introduction A Greek philosopher wanted to illustrate to his students that they must not only have knowledge but also a life changed by the truths he gave them. He said, “Sheep do not vomit up the grass to show the shepherds how much they have eaten; but, inwardly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Tomato Seeds Grow Tomatoes

Contributed by Shawn Kelly on Jul 19, 2009

What You Plant is What Grows

Tomato Seeds Grow Tomatoes “Building a Family for God” Joshua 24:14 - 20 Before we go on and dig deep into the scripture, lets get to know a very faithful young man named Joshua. (Read Joshua 1: 1-5) 1 After the death of Moses the servant of the LORD, the LORD said to Joshua son ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discerning True Wisdom (I) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 17, 2009

Sermon explores question: How can we discern godly wisdom & distinguish it from the counterfeit?

Discerning True Wisdom (I) James 3:13-18 7-13-08 Intro As background for our message this morning, I want to begin by reading a crucial bit of advice. What is the most important thing in life? What are you pursuing in life? I have known some people who spend most of their time and energy in ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Dare To Be Different

Contributed by Robert Shaver on Jan 2, 2012

Many are drawn to a camouflage Christianity that blends in with the world but Jesus has called us to wear bright orange vests and stick out. Why? Revelation 3:14-22; John 13:35; John 15:8; Exodus 4; Mark 16:17-20

Scripture Reading: Revelation 3:14-22 Isn't that crazy? A lukewarm Christian - the idea of it is absurd. It is crazy because who starts off their Christian walk like that? Who, in giving their life to Christ says, "Lord, take half of me! For the rest of my life I will half-heartedly serve ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Do The Will Of Him Who Sent Me… Series

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Jan 23, 2012

This is Destiny’ 9th year as a local church. Every year at this time I start asking myself the question; “Why do we exist as a church? It is always imperative to keep a clear picture in front of you as to why you do what you do.

2011 Anniversary Series Pt 1 To Do the Will of Him who Sent Me… John 6:38 NLT This is Destiny’ 9th year as a local church. Every year at this time I start asking myself the question; “Why do we exist as a church? It is always imperative to keep a clear picture in front of you ...read more

Scripture: John 6:38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Responding To God's Goodness Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 4, 2011

God is good and we need to respond to His goodness.

Responding to God’s Goodness Galatians chapter 5:22 Romans chapter 2:4-11 Introduction- We have been looking at the Fruit of the Spirit for several weeks. The text is Galatians chapter 5:22. “But the fruit of the spirit is love, joy. Peace, patience. Kindness, goodness, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-27

Denomination: Nazarene

God's Trust Fund Series

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Jul 15, 2012

Following the instruction of the Lord is better than sacrifices.

GOD’S TRUST FUND [PART TWO] “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; and lean not unto your own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Be not wise in your own eyes: fear the Lord, and depart from evil. It shall be health to your navel, and marrow ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-10

Denomination: *other