Sermons on United In Faith:

Jesus' Obedience

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jan 4, 2007

God, the Father, desired strict obedience from Jesus and He desires the same from his children.

Text: “So when they did not find Him, they returned to Jerusalem, seeking Him” (Luke 2:45). Story: “When Orders Conflict” A young man about to enter the regular army was talking with an old soldier. The old soldier had been giving him some strong advice on the subject of obeying orders. “But ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

What Kind Of Example Are You?

Contributed by Ellis Wedel on Jan 4, 2007

Expository sermon challenging the congregation to live what they believe.

This morning we continue from where we left off in the book of Romans, which is chapter 2 and verse 17. So far we have heard the apostle Paul laying out the principles by which God is going to judge the world, and how because of this, the Gentiles stood condemned. Paul now moves to the second part ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Flame Has Flickered But It Has Never Gone Out

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 6, 2007

How Satan tries to discourage us and put out the fire of God in our heart.

THE FLAME HAS FLICKERED BUT IT HAS NEVER GONE OUT Jeremiah 20:9-10 Intro: In this passage of scripture we find the Weeping Prophet Jeremiah in sort of place of disarray. Jeremiah has faithfully proclaimed the Word of God to Judah and has gotten nothing in return but sorrow and persecution Fact ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope For The New Year

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 6, 2007

A look at how Isaiah’s encounter with God can provide us with principles to find hope in the new year.

Many of you in this room remember exactly where you were and what you were doing the day that President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. And for many people that day was not just the end of the presidency and the life of John F. Kennedy, it was also the day that hope died. The young, energetic ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Crossing The Lake

Contributed by Steve Smith on Jan 6, 2007

We can have faith in "Crossing the Lake" knowing that storms will be God Designed, God Involved, God Instructed, and God’s Victory!

INTRODUCTION Last week, we welcomed in the New Year. Later in the day as I was thinking about the service and our church family, I began to be puzzled and stressed for many in our church. A time that is supposed to be exciting, positive, and full of hope for some in our church family is covered ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

I'll Not Turn My Back On Him Now

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 8, 2007

I have followed Him to far to turn back now

I’LL NOT TURN MY BACK ON HIM NOW Job 2:1-13 Intro: We find in this book a man named Job. A man that was perfect and upright and that feared God and eschewed evil. But let me remind you that Job was still just a man. He was still flesh and bone just like you and I. In the reading of the first ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Managing Difficult Times Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Jan 10, 2007

Paul finishes Chapter 3 by further preparing Timothy for the challenges that would await. He gives Timothy guidance in not only surviving but also thriving during ministry challenges.

Managing Difficult Times 2 Timothy 3:10-17 I. Recall God’s Track Record of Deliverance (v. 10-11) a. Recall all the difficulties of the past (2 Corinthians 11:23-27) b. Recall God’s rescue (Romans 15:30-32) II. Know that Persecutions Will Increase (v. 12-13) a. Persecution is certain (John ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Jesus Driven Church

Contributed by James Chandler on Jan 15, 2007

While works clearly do not save us, in Matthew 25 Jesus makes it clear that how we live is the indicater of the kind of relationship we have with HIm.

The Jesus Driven Church As I look at all the messages that Jesus delivered this is without a doubt, to me, one of the most powerful. Jesus makes it clear that when He returns he will be able to distinguish one person from another in their relationship with Him. He will know who has been true ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living An All Purpose Life

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 15, 2007

There’s an all purpose cleaner that is used to clean almost anything. This cleanser has replaced sprays that have only one purpose. God created us for many purposes, and our brain proves that fact as the human brain has different components such a passage

Living an All Purpose Life Text: Romans 12:1-2 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Snooze You Lose

Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 16, 2007

Christians stuck on a hamster wheel of religious activity

Snooze You Lose "The Lord will raise up against you a nation from afar, from the ends of the earth, that swoops down like an eagle, a nation whose tongue you do not understand; a nation of stern visage, that shows neither respect for the aged nor pity for the young... They will besiege you in each ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:49-52

Denomination: Catholic

Let's Talk About #2 - Authority! Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 19, 2006

We are living in a rebellious generation that has no respect for authority... No one will rule over me! I have my rights! I make my own decisions. No one likes to be under the authority of someone else.

LET’S TALK ABOUT #2: AUTHORITY LET’S TALK ABOUT! Last week we started a series called, “Let’s Talk About!” We’re going to consider different hot-topic questions and issues that you face in your life, including everything from sex and dating to life, the universe, and everything! KEY TEXT: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-17

Denomination: *other

Reverent Submission

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 20, 2006

Obedience to the will of God following in the example of Christ Jesus should be the focus of every faithful Christian’s life.

Hebrews 5: 1 – 10 Reverent Submission Intro: Houdini, the great magician and escape artist was a master at escaping from handcuffs, strait jackets and even jail. The story is told of a small jail in the British Isles from which Houdini could not escape. He worked at the cell door for more than ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Stewardship Of Life

Contributed by Richard Hosea on Oct 21, 2006

Teaching on how to be good stewards of all of life including time, talents, liesure, and money

The Stewardship of Life II Cor 8:1-7 You have seen the title of this message, now you have put your earplugs in and are ready to go to sleep. Stewardship has never been a popular teaching of the Bible. But there is no way that we can get around this important doctrine. Jesus talked more about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Offenses

Contributed by Danny Williams on Oct 25, 2006

How to Overcome offenses

“Overcoming Offence” July 27, 2003 Am - Danny L. Williams Luke 17:1-5 Intro: Last week I share on Patience the fruit of the Spirit, And I believe that my subject this morning is responsible for absolutely blocking up the fruit of the Spirit. EVERY One of them: So we need to deal with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trusting In The Lord

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Oct 25, 2006

Trusting the Lord finds expression in joyful witness to His greatness in Salvation

TRUSTING IN THE LORD Psalm 40:1-17 Good News Christian Fellowship BUCAS, Daraga Albay October 15, 2006 INTRODUCTION A. About last’s week message: Great is Thy Faithfulness; Choosing to Trust God. B. About the word TRUST 1. The word TRUST appears more than one hundred times in the Old ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational