Sermons on Upper Class:

Follow The Leader Series

Contributed by Robert Fa’atoia-Collins on May 28, 2009

Jesus invites us to make our choice fo Him public

There was a man who got lost in the desert. After wandering around for a long time his throat became very dry, about that time he saw a little shack in the distance. He made his way over to the shack and found a water pump with a small jug of water and a note. The note read: "pour all the water ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Outstretched Arms

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 30, 2009

Christ’s suffering & cost to secure for us the free gift of salvation.

James A. Harnish (Tampa, Florida), in his 1993 Easter sermon, tells the story of a little boy who was not exactly happy about going to church on Easter Sunday morning. His new shoes were too tight, his tie pinched his neck and the weather was just too beautiful to be cooped up inside ... As he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Odds Are

Contributed by Sanford Colquitt on Apr 8, 2009

God gives you the advantage to live successfully

The Odds Are… Sunday, April 5, 2009 II Corinthians 2:11 Resist the Tactics Intro: I believe that today many have a question which is unanswerable -- the question being, “How in the world did we get to where we are in our great country in such a short time?” It is, I believe, documented in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Should I Be Filled With The Holy Spirit?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 15, 2009

Jesus makes this definition of the Holy Spirit in verse 16-17 another Comforter (Counselor, Helper, Intercessor, Advocate, Strengthener, and Standby) that He may remain forever. 17The Spirit of Truth, and He lives in you.

Should I be Filled With the Holy Spirit? John 14:16-17 NKJ And I will pray the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may abide with you forever— 17 the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him; but you know Him, for He dwells with ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living From The Inside Out Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 25, 2006

FRUITFUL LIFE - All want a life that’s fruitful - Might think… lives we lead to Christ… certainly includes - BUT FRUIT IS ALL THAT IS COMING FORTH

Order is a relative term—Order lies within/ the order that matters is below deck - Titanic—captain influenced to impress others pushed her… at the bridge… manage what’s below the deck everyone sees… casual… - Ice…what’s below… the ballast is being lost…>Picture of tragic irony… see below & ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Perfect Picture Of Providence

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Sep 25, 2006

Romans 8:28 is one of the favorite Scriptures of most, if not all, Christians. R. A. Torrey described it as “a soft pillow for a tired heart.”

THE PERFECT PICTURE OF PROVIDENCE “And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28 NKJV Romans 8:28 is one of the favorite Scriptures of most, if not all Christians. R. A. Torrey described it as “a soft ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

"I'm Not Ashamed Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Sep 8, 2007

This sermon is the introductory sermon in the series of preaching through the letter of Paul to the Romans which seeks to introduce the gospel of God which is the overall subject of Paul’s letter.

Janet Paschal sings a song written by Dawn Thomas entitled, “I’m Not Ashamed.” The chorus communicates the meaning of my message today. It goes, “That’s why I am not ashamed of the Gospel. The Gospel of Jesus Christ. No, I am not afraid to be counted but I’m willing to give my life. See, I’m ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Our Battle Cry

Contributed by David Slone on Apr 17, 2007

This was a followup to the ressurection story the week after easter. A different look at the great commission. Powerpoint is available. email me.

Battle Cry Matthew 28:19-20 I started the morning off by saying the slogan and having the congregation guess out loud who the company was. The ones in red, I played the actual commercial on the big screen. I got the commercials at http://www.adslogans.co.uk/hof/ The congregation loved ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Rich Young Ruler

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 1, 2007

Here’s the story of the only person who ever came to Jesus, and left in a worse condition. What a strong connection there is between our money and our heart! Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation.

The Rich Young Ruler Mark 10:13-31 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/RichYoungRuler.html This is the only man who ever came to Jesus and left in worse condition! 1. The hardest thing that you will ever give God complete control over will be your finances and possessions. --Perhaps because they are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-31

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrating The Hope That Easter Brings

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Apr 17, 2006

Examines the hope we enjoy because of the resurrection. Suitable for a sunrise service.

CELEBRATING THE HOPE THAT JESUS BRINGS - Mark 16:1-8 Today we gather, much earlier than usual, to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. It was nearly 2000 years ago, that Jesus rose from the dead. It was almost 2000 years ago the ladies went and found an empty ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, 1 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

God's Spirit Continues To Help Us Grow In Faith

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on May 31, 2006

A sermon for the Day of Pentcost, series B

The Day of Pentecost, June 8, 2003 "Series B" Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, on this day we humbly give you thanks for the gift of your Holy Spirit, poured out upon the church that it might be empowered ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

From Pouting To Shouting

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Mar 11, 2007

How God can turn around impossible Situations

FROM POUTING TO SHOUTING--PSALM 13:1-6 Introduction: In this Psalm we see David’s emotions during the time when he was being hunted as a fugitive by Saul. His powers of endurance are almost gone. He feels that unless God acts quickly, his enemies will get the upper hand and he will go down in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Man's Relationship With The Environment

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 26, 2007

There is alot of discussion, today, about Man’s proper relationship to the environment. This is a study of some truths found in God’s Word that might help us formulate a godly viewpoint on Man’s relationship to Nature.

Man and Nature Since the 1960s, there has been a lot of controversy as to Man’s relationship to the environment and nature. There has grown a movement that seeks to place the value of the environment above the needs of Man. This is a reaction on the part of some to those who exploit the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Failure In Paradise Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on May 21, 2007

While the life of David is full of many victorious accounts, there is one glaring failure; his sin with Bathsheba, in this message we see how David learned to deal with his sin

INTRODUCTION, John Maxwell in his book Failing Forward tells of a story Sergio Zyman, a vice president in fortune 500 company. After 20 years of lagging sales, Sergio believed the company needed a fresh approach. People listen to Sergio, after all in 1982 Sergio introduced the company to a new ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pentecost

Contributed by Joanna Beveridge on May 25, 2007

God calls us today to go out in the power of his Spirit and preach the Gospel

In 1926, a wealthy Toronto lawyer named Charles Vance Millar died, leaving behind him a will that amused and electrified the citizens of his Canadian province. Millar, a bachelor with a wicked sense of humour, stated clearly that he intended his last will and testament to be an “uncommon and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican