Sermons on topical preaching:

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

Did You Really Say That?

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jun 27, 2005

The sin of gossip continues to be a problem in our society and can causes hurts, damage relationship, and destroy the body of Christ. With the development of instant messaging and online diaries, gossip is able to spread at a pace like never before.

DID YOU REALLY SAY THAT? James 3:2-12 INTRODUCTION: A. Norman Rockwell had the ability to portray everyday life in a way unlike most other artists. The faces in his paintings are always full of expression, on the verge of being cartoonish, yet his paintings always seem to carry some kind of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Object Of My Affection Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Jul 9, 2005

We substitute many things for the worship of the one true God. Idols never satisfy, but we still craft with our hands things that we hope will satisfy the longing of our hearts.

“THE OBJECT OF MY AFFECTION” (Exodus 20:4-6) You hear a word like the second commandment, and think “C’mon preacher, this is twentieth century America. We don’t have totem poles and fetishes here. Be relevant.” Did you see the comedy film, Cool Runnings? It’s about the first Jamaican bobsled team ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

What Are You Building On?

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

The parable of the two builders

What Are You Building On? Matthew 7:24-27; Luke 6:47-49 Matthew 7:24-27 (NLT) "Anyone who listens to my teaching and obeys me is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock. [25] Though the rain comes in torrents and the floodwaters rise and the winds beat against that house, it won’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unity Vs. Disunity

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 1, 2005

Six points to help you get a job done

Unity vs. Disunity One grasshopper seems insignificant as it leaps across the lawn. But when it joins forces with other grasshoppers, the resulting swarm can soon devour all the vegetation in its path. Grasshoppers demonstrate the power of community. What they cannot do by themselves, they can ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Winning Team Series

Contributed by Ron Newton on Sep 13, 2003

God calls us to be a part of His body by equipping and empowering us for service. We are to present ourselves to Him as the norm for being a vital and living part of His team.

Spiritual Gifts Series # 1 Introduction 1. Dramatize a ‘Winning Team’ with a tug of war. a. One team pulling together & the other pulling in different directions and disorganized. b. Have congregation vote on which team they would like to be on. 2. Paul gives us a clear picture of a winning ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Holiness

Four Way To Know We Are Trustin God Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Sep 24, 2003

How can I know I am actively trusting God in my life?

The Lovingkindness of God Psalms 119:41-48 • The difference God’s true work in our lives is amazing. Religious people are not very impressive to the world and are really not very impressive to themselves. When God does His work in our hearts then it is the greatest ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:41-48

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

Egypt And The Golden Calf Series

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 16, 2003

Idolatry is not simply worshipping an idol. Idolatry is not giving God first place in our hearts.

December 8, 2002 A. Review 1) Saturday evening—we studied “The Valley of Baca” a) From this study, we’ve learned that in our Christian journey towards the Promised Land we will experience some difficulty. This is the Valley of Baca. Also known as the Valley of Tears. 2) Saturday morning—we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35

Denomination: Adventist

"Getting Connected For Health" Series

Contributed by Ron Newton on Oct 17, 2003

Christian unity is necessary for spiritual health.

Spiritual Gifts Series # 3 Introduction 1. Illus... Asperger’s Syndrome from Homiletics Online / Source: Osborne, Lawrence. “The little professor syndrome.” New York Times Magazine. June 18, 2000, 55ff. The syndrome was first discovered in 1944 by Hans Asperger who noticed that certain autistic ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Holiness

"The Two Ways Of Life”

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 28, 2005

Here we have Jesus, the preacher of preachers, finishing His longest recorded sermon, “The Sermon on the Mount”

“The Two Ways of Life” Matthew 7:13-27 INTRODUCTION: Here we have Jesus, the preacher of preachers, finishing His longest recorded sermon, “The Sermon on the Mount” He closes with a Gospel message, almost like an evangels would today – He lays before the people responsibilities in the form of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 1 - What Are Spiritual Gifts? Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Mar 31, 2005

Part 1 of the SPiritual Gifts Series, What are Spiritual Gifts? We will examine what they are, where they come from and what purpose do they serve.

Spiritual Gifts Series Part 1 – “What are Spiritual Gifts? Rev. Bruce A. Shields – First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org I would like to welcome you to the First Baptist Church of Tawas City, we are very glad you are here today. If you are visiting, please fill out a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7

Denomination: Bible Church

The Taming Of The Tongue

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Apr 30, 2005

The theme of this sermon is surrendering your tongues to the control of the Holy Spirit.

THE TAMING OF THE TONGUE --James 3:5-12 by R. David Reynolds The Japanese give us two proverbs we should never forget. The first one says, “The tongue is but three inches long, yet it can kill a person six feet high.” The second one warns everyone: “The tongue is more to be feared than the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:5-12

Denomination: Methodist

Using Your Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Joel Santos on May 1, 2005

The best investment we can make with our life is to use what God has given us to bring honor and glory to the Father.

USING YOUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS Luke 19:11-27 Dr. Bill Bright of Campus Crusade for Christ tells this story of a famous oil field called Yates Pool: During the depression this field was a sheep ranch owned by a man named Yates. Mr. Yates wasn’t able to make enough on his ranching operation to pay the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"When Abram Heard From God"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 3, 2005

God initiates His contact with us. How do we repond?

Iliff and Saltillo United Methodist Churches June 5, 2005 “When Abram Heard from God” Genesis 12:1-7 INTRODUCTION: In today’s scripture God chose an ordinary person to carry out His plan and purpose in the world. He was a person who lived in a world of responsibilities duties, temptations and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-7

Denomination: Methodist