Sermons on Ultimate:

Go Tell It On Mt. Sinai Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 6, 2003

Being a Christian is not a negative thing, nothing but thou shalt nots; it is first of all a relationship with God, but marred by fear. So God gives us boundaries to receive as a gift, not a burden. That’s good news worth telling.

The instant some people hear anything about Christianity they begin to conjure up negatives. For too many being a Christian is defined by what they are not allowed to do. “I don’t drink and I don’t chew and I don’t go with girls who do.” For too much of the world, being a Christian is a joyless, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:1-21, Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Standing On The Rubbishes Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 17, 2004

For our Annual Theme focus: all that we have accomplished as a church, fine as it is, is flawed. Much remains to be done, but it requires different leadership. This pastor’s departure, however, will not diminish the bond of love.

Some things end, but are not completed. Other things are completed, but do not end. There is a world of difference between the two. Some things end, but are not completed. Some things stop, unfinished. The tragic accident out on I-95 the other day is a reminder of this. Several lives ended ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Bless You And Keep You

Contributed by Warren Bird on Jan 18, 2004

Grace, peace, blessing, keeping. God desires wonderful things for His faithful people! Blessing is a term that gets misused a lot - this sermon explores what it really means.

Have you ever noticed how the apostle Paul opens every one of his letters by wishing his readers “grace and peace”? It is also present in both of Peter’s letters, one of John’s and Revelation. When they said, “grace and peace” these Biblical writers were not merely using a polite form of words to ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Is Great! Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jan 21, 2004

God is great.

GOD IS GREAT! I Corinthians 1:18-25 S: Cross Th: Live the Difference Pr: GOD IS GREAT. ?: What? What makes God great? KW: Descriptions TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 18-25, five descriptions that explain the greatness of God to us. The _____ description is that… I. GOD IS NOT ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Our Adversary Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jan 21, 2004

The 2nd message in a series on spiritual warfare unveiling the person, nature, and tactics of Satan.

The Battle is the Lord’s Your Adversary Trans: Two weeks ago we began a study on the topic of spiritual warfare by investigating the reality of this spiritual war b/w the Devil and God. Text: Ephesians 6:10-17 Note: This Scripture helps us to understand the basic problem – there is a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17, Ezekiel 28:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

End Zone Living

Contributed by Paul Newell on Jan 29, 2004

A Super Bowl Sunday Sermon on living for God’s eternal purposes.

Welcome to Super Sunday! One Sunday a year all of America and a large part of the world watches football. People will tune into the game today that haven’t watched a game all season. (That almost describes me!) The Super Bowl is the biggest game of the year. It’s the culmination of over five ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Service -- A Mark Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jan 30, 2004

One of the Seven Marks of Discipleship is service in and beyond the congregation.

(Preface note to the reader: Our church elders identified 7 Marks of Discipleship. Six are suggested by Michael Foss in his book, "Power Surge." To his six, we added the seventh -- Evangelism. These marks are: Spiritual Friendships, Serve Others in and beyond the congregation, Pray Daily, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beyond The Veil

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jan 31, 2004

Michael W. Smith words says it all, “I coming back to the heart of worship, when it’s all about you Jesus.” Those are the words of the message this morning – the heart of worship. But instead of worshipping God in the distance, you can come up close. You

Beyond the Veil Scripture Reference: Hebrews 9:1 – 14; Matthew 27:51 Introduction Let me ask you this morning, what is the object of your affection these days? -Your husband, wife, home, automobile, increased income, yourself. In the management of your time these days who has gotten squeezed out? ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Encourage Me

Contributed by Armando Massi on Feb 2, 2004

I hope you will be patient and receptive as I describe to you my greatest need. “To be encouraged.”

ENCOURAGE ME Hebrews 10:19-25 One night, during Bible study, Bill Sayre interjected that people have needs and that when we, as a congregation meet those needs, it causes lasting relations to form, especially during times of grieving. Later in jest, he added, "Even ministers have needs." At ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25, Hebrews 13:17-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Life On Purpose

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Feb 2, 2004

A sermon that was developed by reading some of the Purpose Driven Life, by Rick Warren.

Living With Purpose, Not Many Are Doing It. Pastor Glenn Newton June 29th, 2003 Jer. 29:11 11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. NIV Prov. 13:7 “A pretentious , showy life is an empty life; a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Proverbs 13:7

Denomination: Nazarene

Experiencing The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Feb 2, 2003

1. Being a student of the Word takes effort. 2. Being a student of the Word turns effort into joy. 3. Being a student of the Word turns the written Word into the Living Word.

Ravi Zacharias, a Christian intellectual who travels around the world lecturing in secular settings on spiritual themes, tells of an experience he had in Columbus, Ohio. He writes, “A few weeks ago, I did a lectureship at Ohio State University. As I was being driven to the lecture, we passed the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Methodist

Facing Our Fear Of Death Series

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Feb 10, 2003

This sermon looks at how death holds many captive by fear and how we can overcome that fear.

A number of years ago I was driving to school in our little Saturn vehicle we used to own and it was one of those cold cloudy rainy days. The roads were wet and the fog was pretty thick that morning. I was on the road that goes from Myrick to Ellisville and in my hand I help a cup of coffee. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Persistent Prayer Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 10, 2003

In this text Jesus give us five wonderful reasons never to give up.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 48 “Persistent Prayer” Luke 18:1-8 Cable television tycoon Ted Turner has often been quoted as being critical of fundamentalist Christianity. Turner made some very revealing remarks at a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Guideline #2: Worship God Together In Spirit And In Truth Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Sep 23, 2003

Authentic worship is essential for any church to function in a God-honoring way. Authentic worship is discussed by honestly answering three important question.

SERIES: “GOD-GIVEN GUIDELINES FOR GROWING A GREAT CHURCH” (Material taken from Bob Russel’s When God Builds A Church) TEXT: JOHN 4:21-24 TITLE: GUIDELINE #2: “WORSHIP GOD TOGETHER IN SPIRIT AND IN TRUTH” INTRODUCTION: A. After attending church one Sunday morning, a little ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Goliath's Armor Bearer

Contributed by James May on Oct 14, 2003

Goliath’s armor bearer took the brunt of the battle for him. Satan does the same to those who work for him. But God fights for us.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:4-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible