Sermons on Two Models:

Living A Life That Counts In God's Community

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jan 6, 2008

4 steps to being an effective worker in the communtiy of God

Intro: I received the news that a young man from our bowling league, William Harris died of a heart attack last Saturday morning. 53 years old, in seemingly perfect condition, gone. I heard someone say, when it’s your time to go, you go. But today, I am not going to preach on death, or eternity, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Answers To Suffering Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 26, 2016

God asserts God's divine wisdom and talks about the limits of Jobs understanding.

Job 31:35-37; 38:1-11 “God’s Answer’s to Suffering” INTRODUCTION When we encounter a speed bump on the road of life, we often find ourselves asking, “How did that get there?” or “Why did I hit that speed bump?” It is our human nature to want to ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Did God Make A Mistake? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 25, 2013

The Terminator is like a parable about God's creation of humans.

Thursday of Holy Week 2013 Did God Make a Mistake? I think one of the levels of meaning of the “Terminator” movies incorporates a parable. Think about it. Americans, wary of human beings’ ability to push the nuclear button, create something called “Skynet,” a ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Greatness

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 14, 2021

What is true greatness? Is it wealth, fame or power? How does Jesus define greatness? Let’s reject popular ideas and discover the truth in Mark 10:32-45.

Prelude What is true greatness? Is it wealth, fame or power? Purpose: How does Jesus define greatness? Plan: Let’s reject popular ideas and discover the truth in Mark 10:32-45. Background (vs. 32-34) Now they were on the road, going up to Jerusalem, and Jesus was going before them; and they were ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Baptist

The Study Of The History Of The End Of The World, Part 1

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on May 31, 2023

The Study Of The History Of The End Of The World, Part 1

Deep within their hearts and minds, a significant number sense that the world is careening towards something that is both catastrophic yet wondrous all at the same time. Not exactly sure of what that is, many attempt to get a handle on this feeling of apprehensive expectation by conceptually ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sticking With The Facts When Criticized

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

When we are criticized it is essential to stick with the facts rather than to conjecture about matters that we are unfamiliar with

Sticking With the Facts (Acts 24:1-27) Illustration:Two men who lived in a small village got into a terrible dispute that they could not resolve. So they decided to talk to the town sage. The first man went to the sage’s home and told his version of what happened. When he finished, the sage said, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revelation, Part 5 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 4, 2007

Study of the Book of Revelation

Revelation, Part 5 Revelation 3:7 – 3:22 Introduction Once again, our theme of this study has been 2 Tim 4:2 says “Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction.” Remember that in all of this, the constant is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Face 2 Face With God

Contributed by Segun Omole on Jul 23, 2009

Moses was and still is a very interesting character in the bible.

Face to Face with God (Ex. 33:7-23) Moses was and still is a very interesting character in the bible. I’m particularly drawn to this great man not only because of the great and mighty works God did through him but his desire to know God more. Considering his background, weaknesses and inadequacies ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:7-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Family Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 3, 2015

Ruth is a foreigner who finds belonging among God's people. "Where you go I will go, your people will be my people, your God will be my God.

Ruth 1:1-17 “Finding Family” INTRODUCTION Stories are a powerful force in our lives. They do more than merely entertain. Uncle Tom’s Cabin was a powerful, gripping anti-slavery novel that was first published in 1852. It solidified the abolitionist movement. When President ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Hands And Feet

Contributed by Andrew Gamblin on Feb 12, 2013

This sermon teaches students that as Christians, they have a ministry.

Matthew 28:19-20 Christ calls everyone to ministry. If you are a believer in Christ, then you have a calling on your life for ministry. Not necessarily to be a pastor but to play an active role in the ministry of the church. Each person’s calling may be different but there are some things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Social Hindrances In Cross-Cultural Evangelism

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

Social Hindrances in Cross-Cultural Evangelism

SOCIAL HINDRANCES IN CROSS-CULTURAL EVANGELISM Introduction - Without realizing it many people fail to enter or grow in the kingdom of God because of social barriers. Many well meaning Christians have created unnecessary obstacles for millions of people who could be a part of God’s family if not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shalom Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 14, 2001

GOD’S FAVOR DEPENDS ON THINKING RIGHT AND ACTING RIGHT

BIG IDEA: GOD’S FAVOR DEPENDS ON THINKING RIGHT AND ACTING RIGHT "Finally brethren" I. WE ALL WANT GOD’S FAVOR IN OUR LIVES "the God of Peace shall be with you" cf. OT concept of God being with someone and blessing all of their endeavors and protecting them Barclay: "To Paul, God is the God of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

You Will Bear A Son

Contributed by Paul Kallan on Dec 19, 2002

It is immaterial how old a person is, how shattered, how poor or rich; no one is locked up in the past. One could always and everywhere follow the voice of his or her angel and start a new life.

Jim’s parents regarded him as dull and unintelligent. He performed poorly in his studies. His bad performance in the school confirmed the opinion of his parents. During a summer camp, he learned to play chess and defeated all his campmates. In a declamation contest, he stood first. There Jim ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Catholic

The Essential Character Of Gift In Relationships Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 9, 2010

Whether in a family or in society, there must be room for gracious gift, not just equal value exchange, even for the sake of justice.

January 10, 2010 Caritas in Veritate We can only imagine the look that poor Hannah gave Elkanah after he said “why are you crying. Am I not worth more to you than ten sons?” In Israel, as in many cultures today, having a son is economic security in old age. The sons had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

Jesus, Priest And King Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 16, 2021

The grace won by Jesus on the cross is infinite, and therefore enough to redeem every human being, liberating us all from slavery to sin.

Monday of 2nd Week in Course 2021 “Son though [Jesus] was, he learned obedience from what He suffered, and when He was made perfect, he became the source of eternal salvation for all who obey Him.” That word, “perfect,” really confused me when I was a kid. And even now it seems to be an impossible ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:1-10, Psalm 110:1-4, Mark 2:18-22

Denomination: Catholic