Sermons on Total Commitment:

Synergize Your Spirit

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Mar 8, 2002

working together

Synergize your spirit Eric A. Snyder, Minister Farwell Church of Christ November 4, 2001 Synergy is a principal that is woven throughout the Bible. I don’t know how regularly you or I would use that word but it is a very real part of God’s design for the church. Synergy basically means that the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:24-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy - Psalm 126 Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 10, 2002

How do we sustain joy in the midst of difficult circumstances? By reflecting on God’s blessings and promises.

Right now in Texas, a woman named Andrea Yates is on trial for the crime of murdering her five children, ages 7, 5, 3, 2, and six months. According to news reports, she confessed to police that she led them one at a time into the bathroom of their family’s home and drowned them in the bathtub. When ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Vision

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 24, 2006

This Sermon was preached on graduation Sunday and challenges us all to have a vision in our lives in order to succeed in God.

The Power Of Vision 2 Chronicle 34: 1-8 Luke 2:41-52 One of the most powerful things you can have in your life is a vision of what could be. Why does a young girl swim lap after lap in a swimming pool? She has a vision of winning a state title. Why does a young man run endless sprints? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Heart With A Big Margin

Contributed by W F on Jun 25, 2006

Discover how to accept people who are hard to live with in a way that is pleasing God.

INTRODUCTION At some time in our lives we all need to deal with difficult people or people who have done the wrong thing by us. In this letter that Paul has written to Philemon, we discover how we can accept people who are hard to live with, in a way that is pleasing God. Quite simply some people ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:4-8

Denomination: *other

It's Not About Me Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 28, 2006

Seventh in a series on the life of David. David learns it’s not about him, it’s about God.

When Roy DeLamotte was chaplain at Paine College in Georgia, he preached the shortest sermon in the college’s history. However, he had a rather long topic: "What does Christ Answer When We Ask, "Lord, What’s in Religion for Me?" The complete content of his sermon was in one word: "Nothing." He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Sealed Multitude Series

Contributed by John Stevenson on Jun 28, 2006

A practical treatment of the book of Revelation that looks for relevant applications in the life of the believer for today

Do not harm the earth or the sea or the trees, until we have sealed the bondservants of our God on their foreheads. (Revelation 7:3). The previous chapter ended upon a solemn note. The kings of the earth and the rich and the powerful and everyone else are filled with terror as they witness the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Waiting On An Answer

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 8, 2002

When we don’t understand what God is doing in our lives it is important that we wait upon the Lord instead of drawing quick conclusions about God’s activity and character.

“Waiting On An Answer” Habakkuk 1:12-2:1 There have been so many times that I have run into problems, not understood what was going on in my life, or have been confused about what was happening to my friends or family members and have thought to myself – “Lord, if You would just explain all of ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Priorities

Contributed by Phillip Krueger on Mar 16, 2004

Do our life-priorities match God’s goals and plans for our life?

A CHANGED LIFE REQUIRES NEW PRIORITIES “A Changed Life---Priceless” 3-14-04 1. A woman was sitting next to an empty seat at the Super Bowl stadium. A man asked the woman about it. The woman explained, “It was my husband’s…but he died.” The man said to her, “I’m surprised that another relative ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Da Vinci Code: Loving Truth And Ignoring Fiction / The Divinity Of Christ

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 13, 2006

Many question have since the move and the book the Da Vinci Code came out. This message deals with the divinity of Christ.

Turn Your Bibles to John 1:1 and verse 14 Title: Loving Truth and Ignoring Fiction Theme: The Divinity of Christ Introduction: I had a friend in Christ send me a cartoon this week. In the background of this cartoon was a movie theater with a sign saying, “The Da Vinci Code.” It showed lots ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being A Daddy By Design

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jun 19, 2006

Description of a Daddy’s responsibility. Suitable for Father’s Day

BEING A DADDY BY DESIGN In Genesis chapter 1 and verse 1 we read "In the beginning God (have them help finish the verse) created the heavens and the earth." In the beginning God created. He created the heavens and the earth. He created the light and then separated it from the darkness. He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4

Denomination: Baptist

What On Earth Am I Here For? Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Oct 28, 2002

It’s not about us. God’s purposes are paramount.

Note: This topic and some of the ideas come from Rick Warren’s "40 Days of Purpose" campaign. [Clip: "Everybody Loves Raymond," excerpted from episode 119, "Talk To Your Daughter". Note: this episode is one of four included in a "For Your Consideration" DVD/VHS package that was prepared for the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:4, Romans 11:36

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Worry, Be Happy

Contributed by Mark Engler on Oct 30, 2002

For one. If my life is easy and all good, maybe I better consider that I’m not doing everything I need to do for God. Because if it is all good, then Satan can leave you alone, like the Rich Man. And two. If you are going through or when you go throug

“Don’t Worry, Be Happy” No! I won’t do it! You can’t make me! He didn’t have to so why do I? How come he got one and I didn’t? It isn’t fair! Have you heard that before? Do you know where I’m coming from? Our kids or grandkids say these things a lot don’t they? Don’t you just get tired of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pursuing The Good Of Others Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Oct 31, 2002

consequences of what happens when we model ourselves after Jesus in seeking the good of others.

Note: This sermon was introduced with scenes 12 & 13 of "Traveling Light" Jesus pursued the good of other people. He did it in his healings; he did it in his teachings. Jesus poured his life into the lives of others. Ultimately Jesus pursued our good by dying in our place, taking upon himself the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Storms Of Life Are Raging Series

Contributed by Joanna Loucky-Ramsey on Nov 4, 2002

When the storms of life threaten to swamp our boat, we can choose fear or faith. With Jesus in the same boat with us, we can be sure we will make it to the other shore.

Have you ever had one of those days? Perhaps you can identify with this fellow: I am writing in response to your request for additional information. In block number 3 of the accident reporting form, I put “Poor planning” as the cause of my accident. You said in your letter that I should ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

#3 - Respect God's Name Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Nov 29, 2005

How can God’s commands help us live lives free of unnecessary pain and suffering? We continue the series with Commandment 3 - Respecting the name of God. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

For a CD of over 100 of sermons by Darrell Stetler II (most complete with handouts), please e-mail darrellstetler2@sbcglobal.net. To keep this series in perspective: I want to remind you about something: You don’t become a Christian by keeping rules. Many people believe that, but it ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Holiness