Sermons on Usable:

Kamikaze Christians

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jun 2, 2001

This sermon deals with the need for Christians to depend on the Holy Spirit for the courage to stand strong for the Lord in our walk wiht Him

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5 “THE CHARGE TO A SOLDIER OF CHRIST” Title: “Kamikaze Christians” Introduction: “Kamikaze” (Japanese, "divine wind"), squadrons organized by the Japanese air force in the last months of World War II The term, “Kamikaze” was originally applied by grateful Japanese to a ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is That In Thine Hand?

Contributed by Bud Martenn on Feb 6, 2001

God really doesn’t have us, if he doesn’t have what is in our hand.

WHAT IS THAT IN THINE HAND ? Ex.3:1-4:5; 17 Usability To show that God can use most anything if we will only surrender it to him A. WHY GOD WANTS WHAT’S IN YOUR HAND 1. God doesn’t ask you to give him what is in someone else’s hand, only what is in your hand 2. God doesn’t ask you to give what ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-5, Exodus 4:17

Denomination: Baptist

God's Half Acre

Contributed by James Rich on Oct 18, 2001

The theme I want to leave with us today is simple. The plot may be small, the job insignificant, but I believe there is someone here today who are ready to rise to the task ahead and forge forward and by your efforts start an earthquake. It is God’s ha

1 Samuel 14:1Now it came to pass upon a day, that Jonathan the son of Saul said unto the young man that bare his armour, Come, and let us go over to the Philistines’ garrison, that is on the other side. But he told not his father. 2And Saul tarried in the uttermost part of Gibeah under a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Can You Hear Me Now

Contributed by Lacy Scott on Aug 24, 2005

God has always wanted us to worship Him, but without us listening to Him we have a problem understanding what He has to say.

Can You Hear Me Now” John 10:25-27 Most of us have seen the commercial on TV done by Verizon Wireless. It’s the one where the guy walks around to various places where a phone normally would not work. He goes out further and further away from the main connection and asks the question, “Can you hear ...read more

Scripture: John 10:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

To God Be The Glory

Contributed by Bart Leger on Feb 2, 2005

I really believe God is able to use us, no matter what our education, or training or even our past involves.

To God Be the Glory! Do you sometimes feel you are useless, or that your life is not making a difference? I believe these are questions most of us deal with when reflecting upon our lives. We may be asking ourselves, “Is God really able to use me to make a difference in other people’s lives?” I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Starting Over...again Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jul 14, 2003

Finding success where we once experienced failure.

Moses was once again wondering whether or not he had been a failure. God had given him a chance to start over but it wasn’t going as he had expected...again. Forty years earlier he had tried to deliver the Israelites from Egyptian bondage through his own devices. Humbled and made wiser on the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 5:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Can You Hear Me Now?

Contributed by Lacy Scott on Sep 19, 2003

To inform the reader that God is talking to us and we need to listen.

Can You Hear Me Now” John 10:25-27 Most of us have seen the commercial on TV done by Verizon Wireless. It’s the one where the guy walks around to various places where a phone normally would not work. He goes out further and further away from the main connection and asks the question, “Can you hear ...read more

Scripture: John 10:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Daring Yet Not Defiant Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on May 19, 2004

Excellence is achieved through dedication and practice. It will not be easy. It may not always be fun. But it will always pay off.

Sermon Notes “Daring, Yet Not Defiant” Daniel 1:8-20 (Second in the series Dare to be a Daniel) Introduction: As the years progress, conflicting cultural values increasingly surround and challenge the Christian lifestyle. While Secretary of State during the Regan presidency, George Shultz kept a ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Father, Into Thy Hands

Contributed by William Dority on Jan 14, 2004

This message given to a group of pastors to encourage them to daily give their lives to God for Him to use in service, as He wants, not what we want.

“Father, Into Thy Hands” Luke 23:46-49 Intro. We are called Christians, which means “little christs” or Christ like. We are followers of Christ in all that He teaches and shows us. Paul talks about what it is to be a Christian and follow Christ. Galatians 2:20 I am crucified with Christ: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46-49

Denomination: Baptist

Frogs

Contributed by Pat Cook on Oct 2, 2010

Pharoah delayed in getting rid of the plague of frogs; we procrastinate in getting rid of sin.

Exodus 8:1-11 – Frogs You remember George Burns, TV star of the 50’s and 60’s, one half of the comedy duo Burns and Allen, with his wife Gracie Allen. I heard a story about Mr. Burns. His friends always kidded him about his singing. Burns, a master of self-deprecating humor, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Call Of Moses Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 31, 2019

God called Moses for the highest lifestyle. The call narrative is very interesting and enlightening. There is no age limit for the call. Living for God on the earth is important than doing some thing on God's name. Personal life precedes programs.

Exodus 3:1-12 Introduction: The account of call and commission of Moses comes to us in the book of Exodus through Yahwistic and Elohistic sources. It is placed between the states of the oppression and liberation of Israel. Let us meditate the call of Moses. Exodus 3:1-4 GOD’S CALL TO MOSES Now ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Tested And Trained

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 16, 2006

There are three points for us to consider as we take a Biblical look at God’s purposes in allowing afflictions to come upon His chosen people.

Turn your Bibles to 2 Timothy 4:7-8 Title: Tested and Trained Theme: Understanding God’s Purpose in Afflictions Listen as I read 2 Timothy 4:7-8, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Answers, Not Appeasement

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 19, 2010

When our needs are real, we want genuine answers, not just appeasements. Look to self-esteem, look to the resources already present, and look to the Lord of victory for real answers.

When you need something, and you ask for it, what do you expect? Do you expect an answer or an appeasement? Do you expect a clear-cut, usable answer to your request, or are you satisfied if you are just told, well, have a nice day? When you need something, and you ask for it, which really satisfies ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 17:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrating A Timeless Jesus At Christmas Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 7, 2024

Christmas was just the beginning of a round-trip that Jesus took from heaven to earth and back to heaven. Jesus went from sitting on a throne, to laying in a manger, to hanging on a tree. He went from being a king with a crown, to a baby with diapers, to a criminal on the cross

Christmas kicks off at Cross Church officially today! I hope this is the best Christmas for your family and you have experienced. Now perhaps the best news concerning Christmas came from our friends at Hallmark. Hallmark announced they are really close to developing a second movie ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, John 1:12-13, Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Humility Of Abraham Vs. The Pride Of Babel

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 18, 2000

Only God has the right to make a name for us. Abraham submitted and was exalted, the people of Babel exalted and were humbled.

The Humility of Abraham or Pride of Babel I want to start by looking at Isaiah 57: 15: For thus says the High and Lofty One who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: I dwell in the high and holy place, with him who has a contrite and humble spirit, to revive the spirit of the humble, and to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-2, Genesis 11:1-4

Denomination: Baptist