Sermons on Topic Of Love:

A Yugo And A Bb Gun

Contributed by John Beehler on Oct 8, 2002

Do you worship a "wannabe" god?

A Yugo and a BB Gun A man teed up his ball to begin his round of golf. He took a mighty swing and missed the ball, but hit a large ant hill; ants, parts of ants, and dirt went everywhere. He swung again, missed the ball again, making thousands more ant widows and widowers. After ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-14, Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mature Maturity And Maturing.

Contributed by John Gullick on Oct 28, 2002

A sermon that discusses the need for maturity for the believer and the church = "Only a mature plant will produce good fruit."

New. Maturity. Have you ever noticed that the most mature fruit comes from the most mature plants. You don’t get good apples from immature trees! Maturity over recent years has received a bad press. The value of immaturity has been popularised at the expense of Maturity. In todays world Immaturity ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:11-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Search For Fulfillment Series

Contributed by Carl Kolb on Feb 2, 2004

There is danger in searching for fulfillment in the things you create because those things can become your idol.

What If They’re Wrong Series Exodus 20:4-6 "The Search For Fulfillment” My wife and I have some friends named *Bob & Sara*. *(names changed) They are multimillionaires. They weren’t always millionaires. In fact, they grew up on the south side of town; the poorest part of the city. Bob ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The High Cost Of Being Too Busy

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Feb 28, 2004

This message urges each one of us to take a look at our priorities. Are we at peace with God and our self?

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:35 – 43 Title: “The High Cost of Being Too Busy” Introduction: Ahab inherited the kingship over Israel when his father died. Ahab’s name is associated with evil royalty because of the way he lived. Ahab married Jezebel who was even more wicked than him. Ahab set up altars for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:35-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Woman Who Knew How To Listen Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 1, 2004

So let me ask you this question: Do you know how to listen to others---and, more importantly, to God?

A Woman Who Knew How to Listen (Matt. 26:1-13) 1. The Art of paying attention is becoming a lost art… 2. When the Pilgrims settled American, 2 hour sermons… 3. Thirty years ago, average attention span of adults 40 to 60 minutes 4. Now, down to 15 to 20; our entire society is becoming an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Can You Here Me Now?

Contributed by Bobby Sims, Jr. on Jul 8, 2004

Stop what you are doing and listen for God.

“Can you hear me now?” 1 Samuel 3: 1-12 Many of us know of Samuel because of the 2 books of the O.T. that bares his name. We know Samuel to be used of God to anoint the 1st King God recognized. Samuel was a broken vessel mended by god, used to establish the kingdom of the house of Israel. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tune In To God

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 27, 2004

Uses radio and technology as a running theme / illustration for keeping in touch with what God is saying to you. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation.

Tune in to God 1 Samuel 3:1-10 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/TuneIn.html Tune in to God! Don’t Tune Out! It’s nice to have the ability to hear from God, but we don’t often take advantage of the technology. We were on the radio again this morning, and it’s a privilege...but many more are tuning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift And The Giver

Contributed by John Knight on Jul 25, 2003

A look at gifts and their purpose in the Kingdom of God. To be "special" means to be "used".

The Gift And The Giver November 10, 2002 Introduction: How it feels to be the last person picked to play on a team -sense of emptiness, worthlessness -one who has no abilities Psalm 139:13-16 "For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16, Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Holiness

Gifts Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 20, 2003

Introduction: This is an introductory message to a series of studies on the gifts of the Spirit. Even though the Lord gives each of his children one or more gifts, there are some basic facts that relate to all of them. Keep these in mind as we consider t

Gifts of the Spirit Text: "To each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good" (1 Cor. 12:7 NIV). Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:1-7 Introduction: This is an introductory message to a series of studies on the gifts of the Spirit. Even though the Lord gives each of his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Silence Of God"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Dec 13, 2003

Have you or are you struggling with a season of the silence of God? Why does God allow it?

"THE SILENCE OF GOD" Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com PSALM 13:1-6 ETS: The Psalmist longed for God’s presence. ESS: There are times when God hides his face. Sunday, July 28, 2002 All nine miners trapped underground in a Pennsylvania coal mine for three days were brought safely to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

"The Little Problem” Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 16, 2004

This is the first in a series of messages dealing with the importance of our speech as followers of Christ.

KEEPING MY TONGUE ON THE CUTTING EDGE “The Little Problem” James 3:1-12 ILLUSTRATION: Perhaps you remember some of these ACTUAL descriptions of accidents that were written on insurance claim forms: § “I pulled form the side of the road, glanced at my Mother-In-Law, and headed for the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Como Controlar La Lengua

Contributed by Buddy Holt on Dec 17, 2000

How To Control The Tongue - In Spanish

Como Controlar La Lengua 2 Tesalonicenses 2:16-17 Introducción Un dia una mujer despues de sentir convicción del Espiritu Santo despues de haber chismiado de su pastor, se fue a el para pedir perdon. Despues la perdonó pero aun asi sentía la culpa porque los chismes eran tremendos y lo habia ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:44-45, 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Dirty Dozen Series

Contributed by Mark Sutherlin on Jun 5, 2001

Learning to be disciples involves participation not observation

THE DIRTY DOZEN Luke 9:1-9, Mark 6:7,8 INTRODUCTION A. LEROY EIMS WAS TEACHING A BIBLE CLASS IN ENGLAND, IT OCCURRED TO HIM ONE DAY THE STUDENTS WERE SPENDING AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF TIME AT THEIR DESKS AND IMMERSED IN STUDY. 1. He thought about the practicality that they were missing that went ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-9, Mark 6:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Some Things Hard To Be Understood

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Feb 13, 2003

Have you ever wondered why some can seemingly sin and get away with it? What about terrorist who kill themself and others, why does God allow this? Many times we do not understand why God allows such, but we must trust Him for He is faithful to reveal th

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism Today’s Sermon Title Some Things Hard To Be Understood By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. Prayer: Heavenly father, Please speak to us today through this message. We need Thee Lord. As best as I know how, I yield myself to You. Use these lips to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Hearing But Not Listening

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 15, 2003

Good communication is important not only between a husband and a wife, parents and children, but most of all, between us and God.

October 12, 2002 I. Introduction: A. Review of some Biblical principles on friendship 1. Friendly 2. Frank 3. Forgiving 4. Faithful B. Tonight’s topic is entitled “Hearing But Not Listening." 1. Focuses on one of the most important elements of friendship—communication 2. This is not just talking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:13, Matthew 11:15-17

Denomination: Adventist