Sermons on True Lovers:

Good People Go To Heaven, Right? Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jan 29, 2008

the common deception is that good people go to heaven, which is not true at all!

GOOD PEOPLE GO TO HEAVEN, RIGHT? MARK 10.17-31 I remember once having to do a funeral of someone who had no church connections at all. To my knowledge they had no faith in Christ Jesus. Yet at the graveside several members of their family came and asked me if I thought the deceased would be in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Created With Purpose

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jul 24, 2008

Our True Intended Purpose discoverd outside of our creative mandate.

Created With Purpose Most of our lives people have called us stuck up, full of ourselves and did not know why they felt the way they felt, nonetheles, they could not deny the fact that there was something different about us. They looked at us and turned up their noses ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Dynamic Church Worships Joyfully Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Aug 5, 2008

God renews our hearts so we feel what is true.

Scripture Introduction If you hang around churches for awhile, you will likely find that our emotions do not always match our profession. Creeds containing truths which thrilled a previous generation are mumbled like a 9-year old boy explaining why he was playing baseball inside the house. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Your Identity In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 25, 2008

As Christians, we draw our true identity from being in Christ.

Your Identity In Christ Text: Eph. 6:5-9 Introduction 1. Illustration: You probably know Ted Giannoulas even if you’ve never heard his name. He has been the San Diego Chicken for 30 years. He originated the character as a college student, but Ted is getting older. At age 50, being the Chicken ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Methodist

Can We Fight Against God?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 15, 2009

Prophecy is coming true? Are you mad about it and trying to stop it?

Acts 5:38-39 38 And now I say unto you, Refrain from these men, and let them alone: for if this counsel or this work be of men, it will come to nought: 39 But if it be of God, ye cannot overthrow it; lest haply ye be found even to fight against God. KJV As I watch the various postings fly back and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:38-39

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Salvation

Contributed by Tracey Evans on Jan 21, 2010

SALVATION ACCODING TO GODS WORD,TRUE BIBLICAL SALVATION IS NOT IN RITUALS AND RULES

IN TODAYS WORLD THERE IS MUCH CONFUSION ON WHAT ONE MUST DO TO BE SAVED.LETS TAKE A FEW MOMENT AND GO TO THE TRUE AUTHORITY ON THIS SUBJECT.AND THAT WOULD BE NOTHING OTHER THAN THE WORD OF GOD.FIRST THING WE MUST REALIZE IS THAT SALVATION MUST COME FROM THE SON.JOHN 5:21 FOR AS THE FATHER RAISETH ...read more

Scripture: John 5:21-29

Denomination: Holiness

A Recipe For Contentment

Contributed by Sean Harder on Nov 19, 2008

The world will never give us true lasting contentment. What will?

“A Recipe for Contentment” Contentment, inner peace, serenity, terribly elusive but desired states of mind in our culture. Often sought after through worldly pursuits, which may bring fleeting glimpses of it, but ultimately are temporary. The New Testament word for contentment in it’s different ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:41-43

Developing Abiding Faith In God's Promises

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jan 3, 2009

When will we ever learn that all of God’s promises are true?

January 4, 2009 Morning Worship Text: Psalm 86:11-13 Subject: The Truth of God Title: Developing Abiding Faith in God’s Promises Do you remember your very first encounter with the Bible? I’m talking about the first time you picked it up and began to read what is written on the pages. I still ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:11-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

'til Death Do Us Part Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 21, 2009

To show the true indicator of the heart’s condition (words) and the possibility of cleansing.

’TIL DEATH DO US PART Matthew 12:33-37 (The third in a sermon series from Matthew 12 called “Words We Live By”)* Sermon Objective: To show the true indicator of the heart’s condition (words) and the possibility of cleansing. Supporting Scripture: Ezekiel 36:24-28; 1 Corinthians 10:1-13; Ephesians ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:33-37

Denomination: Nazarene

"A Better Bridge" Series

Contributed by Rob Petersen on Jul 1, 2009

Jesus serves as the only true and complete bridge between us and the Father.

DOMINANT THOUGHT: Jesus serves as the only true and complete bridge between us and the Father. PURPOSE: - Head: The people will have a better grasp of their greater access to God through Jesus. - Heart: The people will love God and one another. - Hands: The people will try to be better ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:11-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Rich Young Ruler

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 10, 2009

What hinders us from being true disciples must go

Mk 10:17-21: The rich young ruler What counts most in your life? Story: The son of a wealthy man expected to receive a sports car for his graduation. Instead his Dad called him into his study, told him that he loved him and handed him a wrapped-up present. When he opened it, he found it to be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Anglican

Short Challenge: Living Water Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 15, 2009

This is a short challenge on living daily satisfied with Jesus, true living water.

Short Challenge: Living Water Drawing near to Him - that’s the point. Sometimes our walk begins to feel dry. Jesus promised living water to the point of overflowing. James 4:8 - Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. That’s the key to that vibrant relationship with Him. Wherever you are, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reality

Contributed by Phillip Ramey on Aug 18, 2005

GOD’S WORD IS ABSOLUTELY TRUE. SALVATION IS REAL. HEAVEN IS NOT A FAIRYTALE.

*CHRISTIANS HAVE HOPE BEYOND THE GRAVE, BEYOND THIS LIFE. *WE ENJOY THE BLESSINGS OF GOD IN THIS LIFE, BUT THE GREATEST GAIN FOR THE CHILD OF GOD WILL BE WHEN THIS LIFE HERE IS OVER. *THERE REALLY IS A FINAL DWELLING PLACE PREPARED AND RESERVED FOR THE CHILD OF GOD. ITS NOT A STORY, OR A VAIN ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Labor Is Life

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Apr 11, 2006

Carlyle said, "labor is life." While that is a true satement it can be misleading.

LABOR IS LIFE John 6:27 I. “Loafers,” those looking for a “free lunch” (3 kinds of loafers) A. Lazy “Loafers” B. Loaves “Loafers” C. Lotto “Loafers” II. Laborers, those hoping to work for salvation III. “Lifers,” those accepting the gift Jesus offers. A. Eternal Life B. Heavenly Life (verse ...read more

Scripture: John 6:27-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of Worship

Contributed by John Harvey on Sep 23, 2004

Understanding the meaning of true worship will allow us to better serve God.

The Heart of Worship September 26,2004 Intro: There are many misunderstandings about what worship is and how we should worship. Some people believe that worship is music. Some think of worship as a weekly gathering of believers. Worship has a much deeper meaning. The heart of worship is the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Baptist