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  • Service Or Serve-Us? Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 10, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,910 views

    Even within the churc we fall prey to the temptation to look after ourselves. Too often it is about what we get over what we give.

    1. Mark Twain once said that the only one who likes change is a baby with a wet diaper. That may be true, but change is inevitable. 2. Examples of change Service Stations have become Gas stations or Convenient stores – once full-service; now, self-service Grocery stores – bag and carry ...read more

  • Through The Dark Valley Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011
     | 7,034 views

    This is the fifth message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines how the Lord leads us through the dark valleys.

    If you would, I would like you to give this question some serious thought. “What was the lowest point in your life?” That time when the light at the end of the tunnel turned out to be an oncoming train. You prayed and it seemed that those prayers never made it past the ceiling. You so ...read more

  • A Simple Story With Spiritual Lessons

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Mar 21, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,618 views

    Every story in the Bible is loaded with Spiritual lessons for us today. In the story, an unlikely man ask Jesus to do an unlikely thing and Jesus responded in an unlikely way.

    A Simple Story with Spiritual lessons Matthew 8:5-13 * Jesus was a master story-teller. In fact, some of His greatest stories are called ‘parables’ which simply defined is, ‘an earthly story with a heavenly meaning.’ Yet, the greatest stories we can read and know are like ...read more

  • Water, Spirit, Life

    Contributed by Roger Nichols on Mar 26, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,581 views

    Living water and the Spirit: the gift of Jesus

    John 5: 1-42 Can I give you a drink? Bringing water To the thirsty Was never really A problem for God. If needed, God Could get Water From a rock (!) Which, is what God did For the very thirsty people of Israel, When they wandering around the wilderness. Or if you find ...read more

  • It Is Well With My Soul Series

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Apr 8, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,897 views

    This is a Hymnology Sermon Series teaching the stories behind some of the most beloved hymns found in our hymnals.

    (Facts compiled from “52 Hymn Stories Dramatized,” and “Living Stories of Famous Hymns,” as well as extensive internet search. It is done with two people speaking back and forth. The video we used can be purchased from bluefishtv.) NIV James 1:12 Blessed is the man who ...read more

  • History Needs Some Changing

    Contributed by David Trexler on Apr 10, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,728 views

    If only, if only we could learn from Jesus in today

    Sermon for John 4:5-42 Third Sunday in Lent March 27, 2011 The conflict the Jews had with the Samaritans goes way back, and I mean way back. When the Hebrew people were brought out of the land of Egypt there were originally twelve tribes—twelve lands. But due to reasons of survival these ...read more

  • How Much Is That Doggy In The Window? Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Feb 2, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,024 views

    This message is from a series that looks at God's desire for us to live life in a way that avoids being overloaded and overextended.

    In 1952 Patti Page recorded a song written Bob Merrill that asked this question, “How much is that doggy in the window?” The lyrics of the song are quite catchy and the little arf, arf scattered throughout the song is quite cute. However, when examined closely the lyrics reflect an ...read more

  • Advent 2010

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 31, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,784 views

    The Story of David and Mephibosheth.

    November 28, 2010 Advent 1 Now that we’ve officially entered into the Christmas season by lighting the Advent candles and celebrating Black Friday, we are supposed to be nice and kind and gracious to all people. Right?! This is especially true when we’re out and about buying those ...read more

  • Go Forward!

    Contributed by Bob Coulter on Sep 5, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,835 views

    God calls us to march on through hardships and discouragements.

    I believe the Bible is the most inspiring, encouraging book ever written! I also believe we often miss the fullness of inspiration God desires for us. We miss it partly because we live in a VIDEO world (we would rather watch something than read it). We miss it partly because we live in a very ...read more

  • Graduation 2009

    Contributed by Rob Culler on Nov 29, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 17,758 views

    Your life is a story involving plot, setting, and character--write well!

    BCA Graduation—May 27, 2009 "The Story of Your Life" Romans 12:1-2 (The Message) Text--Read by a student Introduction If you've had me for class or been in chapel, you know that I love stories. I love to hear them. I love to tell them. I think stories are powerful. I think there are ...read more

  • Funeral For A Rebel

    Contributed by Andy Anquoe on Jul 21, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,930 views

    Funeral sermon done for a rebel, who by life choices, left hurt feelings behind. Thanks to Steven Dow for direction.

    Just the other day, I asked ????? to describe ????? to me. The one word that immediately came out of her mouth was “REBEL.” A rebel is someone who adamantly stands up & follows their way of life despite what anyone else says. That was ?????. Honestly, having a rebel in your life is not ...read more

  • Parables Of Good Samaritan Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jul 7, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,934 views

    To whom should i be a neigbour?

    Luke 10.25-37 The Good Samaritan We often say of someone “they are a good Samaritan.” We have ‘The Samaritans’ who help people in crisis find a listening ear. The term ‘good Samaritan’ has become part and parcel of our everyday vocabulary. No doubt we all know the parable but I am also quite ...read more

  • What Do I Expect To Hear?

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Jul 13, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,748 views

    A Sermon for Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time(A) "As for what was sown on good soil, this is he who hears the word and understands it; he indeed bears fruit" Matthew 13:23

    let me ask a question of all you who are here today—What did you come expecting here to hear? In a fascinating story of his journey across the United States with his pet dog, John Steinbeck tells of a Church service he attended during his travels in the State of Vermont. Tongue in cheek, he says, ...read more

  • How To Get The Most From Your Prayer Life

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Oct 3, 2009
     | 1,768 views

    We need to grow in prayer…And the only way that is going to happen is to pray! It’s as simple as that.

    How to Get the Most from Your Prayer Life Ephesians 6:18 You know…the Apostle Paul really knows how to end a letter with a BANG! • In this chapter he starts by talking about Family and having healthy relationships. • Then he goes on to teach us what we need to do in order to have victory over the ...read more

  • When We Get There

    Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Nov 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,700 views

    An All Saints/Souls Communion sermon that encourages living in anticipation of getting to our eternal destination.

    When We Get There Matthew 5:1-12 & Revelation 7:9-17 There are times when I look back at my childhood and think, My parents must have been crazy! It was nothing for us to be enjoying a quiet Saturday morning and mom and dad would decide we needed to go do something. So, we’d pack a picnic ...read more