Sermons on Tree By The Stream:

The Three Rs

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 9, 2012

On the 1st Sunday after Christmas we are reminded that Jesus came that we might become children of God.

Title: Three Rs Text: Galatians 4:4-7 Thesis: On the 1st Sunday after Christmas we are reminded that Jesus came that we might become children of God. Introduction The three Rs (as in the letter R) are the foundations of a basic skills-orientated education program within schools: Reading, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Mother - Two Nations: Part #1 Esau Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 8, 2011

Two main points from the life of Esau: 1. He was more concerned about the here-and-now than he was with the here-after. 2. Godliness comes by choice.

One Mother – Two Nations Part #1 - Esau “Esau became a skillful hunter, a man of the field, but Jacob was a peaceful man, living in tents.” Genesis 25:27 (NASB) God has always shown blessings to his people – take Rebecca as an example. For many years she had be barren. Now the Lord opens her ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Relationships Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 26, 2011

There are three relationships that the Bible describes. Each one of these relationships has a key word that keeps them in focus.

Shine as lights in the world. Philippians 2:15 In our study of Philippians we have looked at the amazing author, Paul, who writes this most positive letter from prison. It's a letter laced with joy. Why? Because of the relationship the writer has with Jesus Christ. His every breath is about ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

“thou Shall Love Your Spouse” (7) Series

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Mar 4, 2011

Marriage is all about giving, but adultery is all about taking. Adultery breaks every other commandment. Adultery is stealing, it's lying, it's coveting... Adultery is the supreme example of selfishness. You say: I deserve to be happy, I need this for me.

It was this couple at the restaurant, having dinner together in a corner of that fancy restaurant. And on their way out, in the semi-obscurity of the parking lot he noticed a wallet on the asphalt. Inside $ 10,000 in cash and a lot of cards along with some other documents. They went back and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

"Thirst"

Contributed by Fred Mueller on Apr 2, 2011

A sermon focusing on the theme of thirst - of Israel in the wilderness during the Exodus and of the woman at the well and of Jesus on the Cross.

“Thirst” From the wilderness of Sin the whole congregation of the Israelites journeyed by stages, as the Lord commanded. They camped at Rephidim, but there was no water for the people to drink. The people quarreled with Moses, and said, “Give us water to drink.” Moses ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Have A Spiritual Conversation

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Sep 1, 2011

Listen to the Holy Spirit in every conversation you have and follow where the Spirit leads.

How To Have A Spiritual Conversation Aug 14, 2011 John 4:1-42 Intro: This morning I want to dive right in to John 4. Go ahead, grab your Bible and look it up and keep it open, it’s a long story and I want you to have it open so you can follow along and then look back as we walk through it. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

Purpose In Life

Contributed by Dean Rhine on May 13, 2008

Purpose seen in Ecclesiastes

Ecclesiastes: Purpose in Life 7/10/2005 “I will worship you until the very end” - we sing those words, but sometimes we forget why we sing them. We have been reminded today of what Jesus did for us on the cross, taking our very sin upon himself, and it causes us to be grateful. But even when we ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heart Of Worship

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jun 17, 2008

Worship can become an awe-inspiring event every Sunday, something to look forward to, and a reconnection to God.

“I am sick and tired of you not doing what you are told.” Does this sound familiar to anyone else here? My dad used to say this all the time when I didn’t complete my chores or just do what he said in general. Now, some of you have probably imitated your parents and now you say the same thing or ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:21-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stepping Stones To Faith: Purity Series

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 27, 2008

The fifth sermon of a seven part series, ‘Stepping Stones and Stumbling Blocks to Faith.’

John Rowan Claypool once shared the following story in his sermon entitled “The Future and Forgetting:’ “Two Buddhist monks were walking in a drenching thunderstorm. They came to a stream, and it was swollen out of its banks. A beautiful young Japanese woman in a kimono stood there wanting to get ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Church Of God

The Promised Spirit Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 2, 2008

Why would God put His Spirit inside us a sealof our salvation? He could have used anything ot "mark" us as His. Why do it this way?

A 4 year old boy was visiting his aunt’s home. She was pregnant with her first child and she allowed him to place his hand on her belly and feel the baby kick. His little face scrunched and said, "How does the baby get out of there?" She wanted to keep it simple so she said, "The doctor will ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Build On The Rock

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 16, 2009

A life built on the Rock has a foundation for eternity.

Text: “And the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; for it did not fall, for it was founded on the rock” (Matthew 7:25). As we pass through this earthly life, we are going to come upon difficult times, sooner or later. These difficult times may resemble ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-29

Denomination: Christian Church

I Can Rest Peacefully Series

Contributed by Clinton Smith on Aug 12, 2009

Only God, our Shepherd, can give you complete and peaceful rest!

The testimony of David is powerful. Verse 1 sets the tone for the rest of this precious Psalms; “The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not. After verse 1, David begins to outline for us the loving care of the shepherd. The beauty of the Psalms is that David communicates to us through his personal ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Content Church Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 7, 2008

Churches can refuse to face the reality of their spiritual condition before God. Forms & traditions can replace God’s presence and power. God here show the way out & the way back.

Revelation 3:1-6 The CONTENT CHURCH [Matthew 22:1-14] Churches can refuse to face the reality of their spiritual condition before God. Forms and traditions can become so ingrained that they continue on and become void of Holy Spirit power. Good actions and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"Reasons For Christmas" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 26, 2007

Why did Christ come to earth by being born as a man?

A Sunday school teacher asked her class of kindergarteners to draw a picture of the manger scene at Bethlehem. In the corner of one student’s sketch was a very plump, jolly-looking fellow. “Tell me about this person,” requested the teacher, pointing to the portly character. “Oh,” replied the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

God Speaks To The Church Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jan 18, 2009

Listen carefully to Jesus and take it to heart.

GOD SPEAKS TO THE CHURCH Revelation 1.1-20 S: Worship C: Obedience Th: God Speaks to the Church Pr: LISTEN CAREFULLY TO JESUS AND TAKE IT TO HEART. CV: “We will wholeheartedly worship the everlasting God.” Type: Propositional I. SOVEREIGNTY II. LOVE III. PROMISE ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

Denomination: Baptist