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An Uncommon Freedom

Contributed by James May on Apr 19, 2001

Real freedom is only found in Jesus. Independence Day Sermon.

AN UNCOMMON FREEDOM As you know, this weekend we celebrate the 224th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence that was signed on July 4th, 1776 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 56 men from 15 states laid down their lives, their fortunes, their homes, their honor and the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Little Warrior Is Coming!

Contributed by David Anderson on Apr 21, 2001

Christ came as a frail baby and defeated Satan.

Advent Sermon ~ “The Little Warrior is Coming!” Matthew 1:20-21 As the night chilled the air and the moonlight, perhaps, sifted between the clouds to spotlight here and there over the landscape, Joseph lie sleeping... And an angel came to him to announce a big thing coming in a small way. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:20-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Please Pass The Salt

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 24, 2001

How Christ followers can create thirst for the Water of Life.

Jesus always said interesting things. Consider this famous quote from Matthew 5:13 (NKJV): "You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled under foot by men." He was talking to His followers. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth Matters Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Apr 25, 2001

To call people to discover or re-discover absolute truth. I talk about why truth matters and what happens when people don’t live their lives under the banner of truth.

The Truth Matters 4-28-01 New Community Church By Lynn Floyd “Jesus said, ‘My kingdom is not of this world. If it were, my servants would fight to prevent my arrest by the Jews. But now my kingdom is from another place. You are a king, then!” said Pilate. Jesus answered, “You are right in saying ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36-37

Denomination: Baptist

Give More Than Money Series

Contributed by Jack Allen on Jun 12, 2001

While I do not see much of this directed at the church, too many parents seem to confuse money with love.

It seems that the church and the family in America mirror each other. We can probably agree that the church and the family should be the places where one finds love. Yet, neither seems to be a very safe place to find love today. Families break apart and church people gossip. Little sense of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:6

Denomination: Baptist

I'll Show The World That I'm A Christian

Contributed by Mark Hodges on Jun 16, 2001

God intends for every Christian to experience joy in their Christian walk.

I¡¦ll Show The World That I¡¦m A Christian Philippians 2.12-13 Introduction: Remember that the theme of this book is JOY! And if there is anything we need more of its joy! Our lives should be marked by joy! You say, "Pastor, my life isn’t marked by joy. Does that mean I’m not saved?" I suppose ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

How Christ Perfectly Demonstrated The Golden Rule

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 22, 2001

Jesus knew that the golden rule benefits everyone, especially the first one to apply it

Why Jesus Urged Everyone to Live By the Golden Rule Illustration:Most people wish to serve God -- but in an advisory capacity only. Quoted in Sunday Express, London. 1. Jesus knew that the golden rule benefits everyone, especially the first one to apply it. The Lord Jesus said, "Do to others as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew's Call

Contributed by James May on Jun 27, 2001

The Call of Matthew to "Follow Me" is the same call that every sinner hears before he can arise from the life of sin.

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: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Religion Vs. Relationship

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jun 29, 2001

This message compares the lifelessness of religion to the power of being in a relationship with God.

Scripture: Luke 11:37-12 Title: “Religion vs. Relationship” Introduction: It has been said, “The number one cause of atheism is Christians. Those who proclaim God with their mouths and deny Him with their lifestyles is what an unbelieving world finds simply unbelievable.” (Christianity Today, ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Losing Sight Of The Goal

Contributed by Johnny Carver on May 17, 2001

This sermon encourages Christians to stay focused on the goal that God has designed for our walk with Him.

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1 – 11 Title: “Losing Sight of The Goal” Introduction: It was a fog-shrouded morning, July 4, 1952, when a young woman named Florence Chadwick waded into the water off Catalina Island. She intended to swim the channel from the island to the California coast. Long-distance ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is The Bible Truth?

Contributed by Mike Richardson on May 19, 2001

If the Bible is not truth then we have nothing to believe in and no hope of eternal life, but if it is truth then many have something to rejoice in and many have much to be concerned about.

FOR SUPREME INFORMATION ON CREATIONISM GO TO WWW.ICR.ORG INTRO: The Bible has been called the Greatest Book in the World. It is, at the same time, both the most read and most loved Book of all time, and the most hated and most ridiculed Book of all time. -Cable Television’s czar, Ted Turner, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ted Turner Ain't Moses Series

Contributed by Tom Dooley on May 21, 2001

As I look at the world in which we live, the more convinced I become that there has never been a time when the Ten Commandments needed to be studied in detail and depth as they do in our society. These "Timeless Truths" touch on every problem we have in America.

Timeless Truths For Troubled Times (A Study of the Ten Commandments) "Ted Turner Ain’t Moses" Exodus 20:1-3 This sermon was preached by Pastor Tom Dooley at the Harrison Church, Minford, Ohio, September 14, 1997 in the a.m. service. www.preachingtheword.com A while back, Ted Turner, who is the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

River Of Life

Contributed by Rita Sims on May 21, 2001

We can draw from the River of Life now and forevermore.

When I lived in Tyler, I got a call with an unusual request from the man on the other end of the line. He wanted me to pray at the State Water Convention. Well, I had never prayed at a Water Convention before. Evidently, it was a pretty big deal and sure enough it was. When I got to Harvey ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: United Methodist

A Lasting Impression

Contributed by Johnny Carver on May 22, 2001

This message deals with the dangers of leaving the first love that a person receives when first introduced to Jesus.

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7 Title: “A Lasting Impression” Introduction: When someone is deeply in love with each other I don’t think there’s anything that can hurt someone as much as when their wife or husband leaves them for someone else. But this is exactly what the church of Ephesus had done to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Faith Has Found A Resting Place

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on May 29, 2001

People live their lives by faith. The question is, "Upon WHAT do you rest your faith?" This sermon (based on the hymn) answers that question.

Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. Salvation is a word that finds its way into most religions. It is in the definition of that word that Christianity separates itself from all other so-called attempts to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12

Denomination: United Methodist