Sermons on True Commitment:

The Light Of Christmas

Contributed by Patrick Mead on Nov 28, 2007

The promise of light

The Light of Christmas Isaiah 9:1-5 Introduction Over 40 years ago, a church in Philadelphia witnessed one Sunday morning three boys being baptized and become members of the church. Unfortunately, in a matter of months the church had to disband and sell the property because the membership ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Beauty That Can't Be Bought Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Nov 28, 2007

This message explores the God given desire to be beautiful. Inspired by "The Seven Longings of the Human Heart" by Mike Bickle.

(“Beautiful” Music Video by Christina Aguilera) In her song, appropriately titled “Beautiful”, Christina Aguilera sings all the right words: Now and then, I get insecure From all the pain, I’m so ashamed But I am beautiful no matter what they say Words can’t bring me down I am beautiful in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Wesleyan

Behold The Lamb Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Nov 28, 2007

Lessons we can learn from the Shepherds of Bethlehem.

--ILL>Without question, the funniest thing I ever saw on television was years ago on an episode of “Candid Camera,” where Allen Funt and the Candid crew pulled a colossal hoax on some of the smartest and groomed for success college students in America. Having put together a supposed aptitude and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Thank You, Lord!

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 29, 2007

Our text in Psalm 8 reveals some things for which we should give thanks. 1- Thank you, Lord, for your majesty 2- Thank you, Lord, for your children 3- Thank you, Lord, for your rulership

INTRO.- ILL.- I am reminded of the story about the two boys who came to the breakfast table. The mother asked her first son, "What would you like for breakfast?" He said, "I want some of those blankety-blank, Post Toasties." His mother just hauled off, backhanded him and knocked him into the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The River Of Life" Chapter 22 Series

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Apr 28, 2010

Chapter 22 of Revelation

REVEALING THE REVELATION Chapter 22 – “The River of Life” May 2, 2010 It was in August of 2009 that we began our study of this book. I had originally planned on studying and preaching only on the Churches that this book starts with – only a couple of chapters -but ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-21

Denomination: Holiness

A Reason To Praise Him Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Apr 30, 2010

When we look at all God has done for Us how can we not praise Him?

May 2, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Ephesians 1:3-14 Subject: Spiritual Blessings Title: A Reason to Praise Him – Part 1 in the Ephesians Series Today we begin a series through the book of Ephesians. We’re going to continue through the book on Sunday mornings and Sunday evenings as well. So you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Anger

Contributed by Carl Allen on May 5, 2010

Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.

Anger Matthew 5:21-26 Introduction I love baseball. But let me tell you about one particular game of baseball that I’m glad I wasn’t part of; in the spring 1894, when the Baltimore Orioles came to Boston to play a routine baseball game. But what happened that day was anything but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

Mother's And The Promises Of God

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 6, 2010

Mother's deal with the difficulties of life through the strength they receive from the Lord.

Mother's and the Promises of God Text: Gen. 18:1-15; 21:1-7 Introduction 1. Illustration: Mothers are central to the success of the American family. Their love, dedication, and wisdom touch countless lives every day in every community throughout our land. And their love and guidance of ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

What Is Salvation? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 25, 2010

What does it mean to be saved? How does this happen? Jesus speaks candidly about it in John 3 to a religious leader seeking truth.

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 18, 2010 Date Preached: May 23, 2010 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Great Questions of Our Faith Sermon Title: What is Salvation? Sermon Text: John 3:14-17 [ESV] 14 And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Glorious Bride Series

Contributed by David Swinney on Jun 2, 2010

The church is the body of Christ, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way, because we are his bride.

The Glorious Bride Ephesians 1: 15 – 23 Sometimes I think we don’t think often enough about that first week of creation described for us in the early chapters of Genesis. We kind of breeze by it, as if we’re in a hurry to get past the wonder of the creation itself, and even the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beneath His Wings Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 5, 2010

Message focuses on walking in Jesus' shadow and protection.

Beneath His Wings Scriptures: Psalm 91:1-6; Matthew 23:37; Malachi 4:2; Isaiah 40:31 Introduction: Psalm 91:2-6 says “He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Good Samaritan Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 11, 2010

This message focuses on the story of the "Good Samaritan" as an example of what it means to take a detour in order to minister to another. Using Luke 10:25-37 as the text.

Faith in Action series, #1 The Good Samaritan What does it cost to Love your Neighbor? Luke 10:25-37 CHCC: May 2, 2010 INTRODUCTION: Today we begin a new series called “Faith in Action --- Don’t just go to church- be the church!” For the next 4 weeks, both in services and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Clean Feet

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 1, 2010

Lessons we can learn from the actions of Christ at the Last Supper.

CLEAN FEETJohn 13:1-17INTRODUCTIONA. This morning we look in on an Intimate setting of Jesus’ last hours with His disciples.1. The Time of The Ages had come.a. Jesus’ hour had arrived.(John 2:4 KJV)  Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You Say Jesus Is?

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jul 5, 2010

"But what about you...who do you say I am?" Peter gave the correct answer to that question from Jesus to his disiciples. Our life and our eternal destiny are dependent on our answer to that same question.

In the fall of 1999 ABC launched a television game show that quickly became the #1 rated television program in the country. Hosted by Regis Philbin, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? hit the airwaves and soared in popularity. Airing three nights a week during primetime it seemed that Americans just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Finding The Courage To Follow Christ

Contributed by David Scudder on Aug 14, 2011

We have before us a story of two followers of Christ who had gotten very discouraged. They had surrendered their lives to follow Jesus Christ, but then all of their hopes were dashed when Jesus was arrested, tortured, humiliated, and put through a slow an

Purpose: To show how Christ brought two wayward followers back into fellowship. Aim: I want the listener to solve his discouragement by focusing on Christ with other believers. INTRODUCTION: We have before us a story of two followers of Christ who had gotten very discouraged. They had surrendered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible