Sermons on Tough Teaching:

Following Jesus

Contributed by Michael Durst on Dec 6, 2007

A look at the real life results of a decision to follow Jesus.

When I was in elementary school, we didn’t have Upward basketball. The only league we had was the Westerville Parks and Rec. And for me the Westerville parks and rec league presented a problem. The problem was that I wasn’t allowed to play until the 4th grade. For those of you who don’t know, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Holiness

The Second Greatest Commandment Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 6, 2007

Love your neighbor, as yourself.

The Second Greatest Commandment Matthew 22:39 Intro As Jesus approached the end of his earthly ministry, he gave his disciples a badge by which they could identify each other. He gave a uniform with which to clothe themselves that would indicate to the world that they were his followers. This ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 22:39

Denomination: Baptist

Faith To Do The Work Of Ministry

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 10, 2007

Discussion of Jesus’ words after healing a boy possessed by a demon.

Faith to Do the Work of Ministry Matthew 17:14-23 May 27, 2007 I don’t know about you, but as I listen to what people say, read what they write, and see how they act, I get the impression that our world thinks that Christianity is weak faith. That we’re really just a bunch of religious people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

Introduction Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Dec 31, 2007

Introduction to the book of Jude

Jude 1-4 “Introduction” • Vs 1 Who is Jude? Jude or Judah (Heb.) form of Judas (Greek) • 2 Possibilities o Judas, the Apostle, also called Thaddaeus (Luke 6:16) o Judas, the half brother of Jesus (Matthew 13:55) • It was not the apostle, vs. 17; he would have identified himself as an apostle ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

False Teachers Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Dec 31, 2007

Grace is not an excuse to indulge in a sinful lifestyle.

Jude 8-13 “False Teachers” • Vs. 8 “in the same way” these false teachers were acting with the same heart as the previous 3 examples: they were untrusting, disobedient, chasing after there own desires. • “Dreaming” can be interpreted in a couple ways. o These false teachers were claiming to ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Blind Eye Surgeon

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 12, 2008

To avoide harsh and incorrect judging, recognize your limitations, remember your personal debt to God, and admit your own weakness.

The Blind Eye Surgeon Matt. 7:1-5 INTRO.: ILLUS.: Back in the days when such surgery was done in hospitals, I was visiting a patient who had cataract surgery. Her surgeon came into the room and bragged that this was his 3,000th cataract surgery. “And just look how clear and pretty that eye is,” he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Salvation Sunday

Contributed by Don Hawks on Feb 17, 2008

Salvation is more than words or concepts. Understanding salvation is a matter of experiencing it.

I. Today I have a new sermon, but I have an old message-- the message of salvation. Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus - where, he says to Nicodemus— "I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again." II. What do these words mean—how do you explain ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Final Stoush! (A Sermon On Luke 21:5-19)

Contributed by David Smith on Feb 20, 2008

We take on the forces of darkness in whatever area of the battlefield God has placed us, and maybe wexre confronting legal corruption, or maybe it is a political problem, or...

Ange and I have had a lousy week. I know that’s not a great way to begin a sermon, and I’m not only saying this as an excuse for saying, ‘sorry, but you’re getting a lousy sermon’, but the truth is that we have had a lousy week. It began really with Marrickville Council rejecting our application ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Jesus Christ, Our Good Shepherd For Life

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Feb 24, 2008

Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd that we need to follow.

John 10:11-18 Topic: Jesus Christ, our Good Shepherd of Life A shepherd is one who tends to his sheep. A shepherd is one who watches his sheep and protect his sheep from the danger of wild animals. A shepherd is one who guides his sheep into the right pastures to feed upon, and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Light Of The World

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 28, 2008

In this one we explore one of the ways Jesus is revealed to us in scripture as we set our hearts on the author and finisher of our faith.

Dakota Community Church March 2, 2008 The Light of the World For some people it is just a holiday weekend, others see it as a time to get new clothing or to start thinking about spring, for many of the kids (and not just a few adults I would guess) its all about the chocolate; but for you and I, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-14

Denomination: Mennonite

Are You Saved Or Are You Redeemed.

Contributed by Chris Summers on Mar 4, 2008

Being saved and being redeemed , is there a difference?

Are you saved or are you redeemed? Good morning. The question for today is, “Is there a difference between being saved and being redeemed? “ The answer is yes, and no. Let’s look at this for a bit. Being saved is one thing, most of us proclaim to be saved but being redeemed is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Questioning Jesus? Series

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Mar 10, 2008

Seeking something deeper with Jesus.

Questioning Jesus? - Nicodemus John 2:23-3:21 February 17, 2008 Second Sunday of Lent 4 Saturdays ago our family was on a family adventure to Krispy Kreme donuts in Burlington. On Saturdays we try to do something fun as a family. As we were driving through Burlington, we were stopped at a ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good News For Lost People

Contributed by Trevor Woodget on Mar 11, 2008

Good news about Jesus Mission to rescue lost people illustrated by the story of Zacchaeus

Luke 19:1-10 Zacchaeus Basingstoke 9th March 2008 GOOD NEWS FOR LOST PEOPLE We often hear of exciting rescue missions about emergency services It can be gripping TV drama as the story is retold – we experience the suspense and feel the relief as the victims are later interviewed expressing their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Meeting God When You Are Dry Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 12, 2008

God seeks and saves dry souls through his Savior.

Introduction In Switzerland every year, in the city of Basel, the festival of Fasnacht is held. The event takes its name from the start of the fasting season of Lent. Before beginning this time of penance and doing without, there are three days of parties and festivities and revelry (similar to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:16-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Am I?

Contributed by Rev Dr Randall M Deal Sr on Mar 16, 2008

The BIG IDEA: Decide to live like the person God made you to be!

“WHO are you?” January 27, 2008 Dr. Randy Deal You were fearfully and wonderfully made! Genesis 1:27, Psalm 139:13-16, Isaiah 49:15-16 The Story of Mephibosheth 2 Samuel 9 God’s grace is far more than His forgiveness; it’s His unmerited favor! 1 Corinthians 15:9-10, 2 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Baptist