Sermons on Thousand Generations:

"Forgive..."

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 27, 2003

This is the 2nd in a two-part message on our responsibility to forgive based on God’s forgiveness of us. This part focuses on our forgiveness to others.

January 19, 2003 Matthew 18:28-35 ¡§Forgive¡K¡¨ INTRODUCTION Every now and then, Tammy will surprise me by using a new word that I would not expect her to use. She calls it her ¡§word for the day¡¨, and she¡¦ll find every situation possible to use it as often as she can for that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:28-35

Denomination: Baptist

Confident Prayer Series

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Oct 24, 2003

What is it that keeps us from praying? What is it that has made prayer into a drudgery, a joyless discipline that fills us with guilt? It doesn’t have to be that way at all.

It’s strange that every time someone announces, like we have in the bulletin and up on the overhead and in the announcements, that we’re going to talk about prayer, we all get a little uncomfortable. You may notice in your bulletin that it says, "Leave your guilt bags at home." Because when we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Living A Life Of Sacrifice: A Matter Of The Heart

Contributed by Mike Hays on Dec 2, 2001

The woman with the alabaster jar and the widow’s two copper coins show us that sacrificial giver is not determined by much we give, but by a grateful heart.

“Living A Life of Sacrifice: A Matter Of The Heart” Romans 12:1-8 This is the last week of our stewardship “check-up.” I hope that during the past week you have found quiet times to allow the Lord to search your heart, give you insights into His will, and give you the passion to become a godly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Let Fear Win! Series

Contributed by Michael Demastus on Jan 8, 2002

The 3rd in the Nehemiah series

This and the other Nehemiah sermons in this series I borrowed in large part from Ray Stedman...just so that proper credit gets attributed (thanks brother). DON’T BE PARALYZED -- GET ORGANIZED! Nehemiah 3 I saw a cartoon recently of two men at a party. Each had a drink in his hand, and they were ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Third Voice Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002

Setting the vision for a new church

The Third Voice Scripture Reading: John 6:1-15 Good morning. My name is Bob Hostetler, and I’ve been married for twenty-three years. That’s not an admission of a problem, mind you-- It’s not like saying, “I’m Bob and I’m an alcoholic.” No, I just mention it because it’s important background ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis Controversies And Contradictions Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 26, 2000

The purpose of this study is to strengthen your faith by understanding these Genesis passages that are often accused of being contradictory.

Genesis Controversies and Contradictions Before we depart from the origin stories in Genesis, I believe it is necessary to address common questions and misunderstandings of this portion of the Bible. The book of Genesis is the most attacked book in the Old Testament if not the most attacked book ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7-20

Denomination: Baptist

She Left Her Waterpot

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Aug 4, 2001

She came looking for water and found eternal life!

Three guys were out having a relaxing day fishing. Out of the blue, they catch a mermaid who begs to be set free in return for granting each of them a wish. Now one of the guys just doesn’t believe it and says, “Okay, if you can really grant wishes, then double my IQ.” The mermaid says, “Done.” ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-42

Denomination: Baptist

Coming Into Focus Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Oct 25, 2005

Launch sermon in a series through the book of Nehemiah exploring the pursuit of God’s vision for our lives. Sermon addresses the birthing of vision, and the connection of concern to vision.

(Visual Aids - Placed a large pile of rocks on the stage, simulating wall rubble. Picked up rocks, and dropped them during message illustration of the rocks of life.) What a great time of year! This is by far my favorite time of year in Central Kentucky. I love the cooler temperatures. I love ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

From Church Member To Disciple

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 22, 2003

This sermon is about the growth process that should take place in the life of a believer.

From Church Member To Disciple GNLCC 11/16/03 Matthew 7:13-27 Proverbs 3:1-13 James 1:19-25 John got back his history exam and for the third time he got a D-. He looked over at his friend Terry, who had a big smile on his face. Terry had an A. John made up his mind he was going to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Donation Or Duty?

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

Uses story of Good Samaritan to discuss our attitudes toward our own resources and toward the needs of others. Uses clip from movie "Forrest Gump" to illustrate power of kindness.

Donation or Duty? Luke 10:25-37[1] 11-28-04 Intro The story of the Good Samaritan—a powerful reminder of how we are to respond to the pain and needs of those around us. Most of us are familiar with the story in our text. Most of us want to respond like the Samaritan and not like the priest and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Charismatic

Forgiveness In Prayer Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Sep 24, 2001

Why receiving God’s forgiveness and extending forgiveness to others is essential to prayer.

This last week we’ve heard a lot of rhetoric in light of September 11th’s terrorist attack on our nation. We’ve heard our president use words like "dead or alive" and punishing evil doers. We’ve heard the military’s phrase "infinite justice." We’ve been bombarded with words like hate crimes, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12, Luke 11:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Giving That Prompts Greatness

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 22, 2001

The outline is origional the il;ustrations and statistics were compiled mainly from sermon central contributers.

Giving That Prompts Greatness Eric A. Snyder, Minister Farwell Church of Christ October 21, 2001 A wealthy older gentleman had just recently married a lovely young lady, and was beginning to wonder whether she might have married him for his money. So he asked her, "Tell me the truth: if I lost ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-4, Malachi 3:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Character Still Does Count Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Nov 5, 2001

Character among our church leaders and those who serve in ministry gives the church credibility to share the good news of Christ with others.

Church attendance on the Sunday after the September 11 attacks rose by 6% nationwide. However, seven weeks later, pollsters tell us that church attendance has settled back to the same level it was before the terrorist attacks. Just by way of contrast, the Sunday after President Kennedy was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Wheat And The Tares Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jun 23, 2007

We are to be loving, kind and accepting of the people God places in our lives, even though we are to be discerning and unaccepting of their sinful choices. Yet, even in this, we are to do so in love. For we do not know where that person stands with God or

The Kingdom Of Heaven Is Like… – Part 2 The Parable Of The Wheat And The Tares Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 Before we begin today, let’s make sure we are all clear about what a parable is and what the difference is between a parable and an allegory. Anyone care to give me their understanding of what a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Treasure Seekers

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006

Treasure seekers who seek first the kingdom of God find His kingdom to be more than they could ever imagine. When filled by God, they are ready to share out of the abundance of what they have received.

TREASURE SEEKERS Matthew 6:19- 34 I hope the kids are excited about this year’s VBS. It is called Treasure Cove and the goal is to inspire kids to be treasure seekers, not for the treasures this world has to offer, but for the treasure that will never spoil or rot – an intimate relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Holiness