Sermons on True Wealth:

Celebrate! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 12, 2008

Learning what it means to have true celebration. Part 5 of 13 on Spiritual Disc.

Spiritual Discipline: Celebration February 3, 2008 There was a farmer who had a neighbor who was a chronic complainer, he would always find something wrong with anything. He was a cold, wet blanket on a cold, wet night. The man had absolutely no joy within him. So the farmer decided he would ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Final Week: Preparing To Die

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 19, 2006

Mary’s anointing the feet of Christ was a true act of worship that was sacrificial, selfless, and significant.

Disclaimer: Source material for this sermon has been gleaned from many different sources. I have attempted to acknowledge these sources whenever possible. CHRIST’S FINAL WEEK: PREPARING TO DIE JOHN 12:1-12 Introduction: In Matthew 20:17 – 19 … Jesus, going up to Jerusalem, took the twelve ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

What's In The Box

Contributed by John Pierce on Jan 7, 2006

Exploring the idea of Jesus as a gift in a day and age when true gifts are very rare.

What’s in the Box Intro: Talk about the Merry Christmas vs. Happy Holidays thing… Seems like every year there are a group of Christians who get irate over some piece of Christmas tradition. We have heard it and many of us have said it… Don’t take the Christ out of Christmas… Santa is not my ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Things That Accompany Salvation Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Jan 8, 2006

What evidences of genuine salvation should we expect to see in the lives of true Christians?

Things that accompany salvation 6:9 9 beloved, we are confident of better things concerning you, yes, things that accompany salvation The writer of this book saw evidences of genuine salvation in the lives of those to whom he wrote. I wonder what evidence we might look for? We would probably begin ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Forgotten Savior

Contributed by Ed Wrather on Dec 17, 2004

The focus on worldly things during the Christmas season has hidden the true reason for the season.

THE FORGOTTEN SAVIOR SW11.28.04am Psalm 106:13-31 INTRO: Friday was the first shopping day after Thanksgiving and is know as “Black Friday”. 1. I’ll confess that I did go shopping yesterday in one store, a book store. (1. It was crowded but I was able to buy a bargain - If you bought two ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 106:13-31

Denomination: Baptist

Glory To God In The Highest Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 16, 2002

Fascinating and rarely heard insights to the details of that first Christmas provoke a spirit of true worship.

BULLETIN INSERT NOTES: The Date of Christ’s Birth By Ed Vasicek In 525 A.D., Dionysius, a Scythian monk, was asked to determine the year of Jesus’ birth. He did the best job he could. He determined that the Roman year 754 was the Christian year “1 A.D.” Although Dionysius’ effort is to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 13:55-57

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peace Is Just On The Other Side Of The Boat

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 16, 2010

Guilt murders peace...How Peter's relationship to Jesus is our answer for true peace

1After these things Jesus showed himself again to the disciples by the Sea of Tiberias; and he showed himself in this way. 2Gathered there together were Simon Peter, Thomas called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples. 3Simon Peter said to ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Connecting Together Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Feb 12, 2009

Adapted sermon of Rick Warren on the need for being in true Biblical fellowship with one another.

Today, we are beginning the third week of our 40 Days of Community, that’s day 15 for those who are doing the daily devotions. We are continuing to explore what God’s purpose is for us here on earth, which we have said is to love Him, and love others the way he does. That’s what we are here for. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:46

Denomination: Methodist

Transform Nuh Conform Series

Contributed by Nigel Martin on Aug 21, 2009

This is the hour for you to get your minds stayed on God if true transformation is to take place.

Waltham Park NTCOG Sunday, February 22, 2009 Text: Romans 12:1-2 Theme: Transform nuh conform (my problem is with my head) Introduction There is much debate as it relates to those who profess to be Christians. Many criticize the church and our young people are not exempt as it relates to what we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Church Of God

God To The Rescue Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 9, 2010

The war of Gog and Magog demonstrates God's sovereignty, which is the only true source of security.

In just a few moments, we’ll be looking at Ezekiel 38, so go ahead and turn to that chapter in your Bibles. But before we look at that passage, I’d like us to pause for a moment and remind ourselves of how this passage fits into the overall scope of this current sermon series. Since we ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 38:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Drawing Of Naaman The Outsider

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 7, 2013

It is a mark of true leadership to be able to take advice from those whom we lead.

THE DRAWING OF NAAMAN THE OUTSIDER. 2 Kings 5:1-14. ‘While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us’ (Romans 5:8). Those who were ‘far off are made nigh by the blood of Jesus’ (Ephesians 2:13). Holistic healing comes to those who are outside (Luke 4:27). Naaman, as commander of the Syrian army, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Meditate On God's Promises

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jul 29, 2013

What guarantees that God promises come true? God has given us a sign...

Psalm 119:148 "My eyes stay open through the watches of the night, that I may meditate on your promises." This past week we've been doing what Psalm 119 tells us to do - we've been meditating on the promises of God. Our school year theme tells us to "Focus" and during this first quarter of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:148

Denomination: Lutheran

The Testimony Of Simeon Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 1, 2012

In this lesson we learn that the testimony of Simeon will show us the true identity and mission of Jesus.

Scripture We are studying the life of Jesus in the Gospel of Luke in a sermon series I am calling, “To Seek and To Save the Lost.” Luke described the birth of Jesus, which took place in a stable in Bethlehem. Then he told us about the shepherds visiting Jesus on the night of his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Messiah's Warning About Being A Spiritual Phony Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 18, 2011

A true follower of Jesus is someone that has been radically changed from the inside out.

A Messiah's Warning About Being A Spiritual Phony Text: Matt. 23:1-12 Introduction 1. Illustration: A recent survey of Discipleship Journal readers ranked areas of greatest spiritual challenge to them. These are listed in this order. 1. Materialism. 2. Pride. 3. Self-centeredness. 4. Laziness. 5. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Dtr

Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 9, 2012

A talk on the true meaning of following Christ, and the relationship every believer should have with Him.

Endure the Path (v. 9:57-62) Here Jesus defines the role of a follower of Jesus in terms of commitment. He likens it to a slave who has no home, no family, or no earthly ties that would prevent them from leaving it all. As we read these statements, it seems like Jesus is being so hard. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist