Sermons on Use:

I Love You Th I I I S Much

Contributed by Lee Henry on Aug 13, 2006

God demonstrates his love for us by sending Jesus to die for us, the helpless, ungodly, sinners and enemies of God.

I Love You Thiiis Much Rom. 5:6-11 Introduction: Child to parent or grandparent, “I love you.” “How much?” Holding his arms wide, “I love you thiiis much.” Nothing is more precious to the ears of a parent or grandparent than a child’s declaration of love. But how do we know if that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gifted For Ministry: Purposeful Stewardship Of Talents Series

Contributed by Darrell Coats on Sep 19, 2006

The second sermon in the sermon series "Purposeful Stewardship" challenging us to use our gifts and abilities for the service of Christ.

Gifted for Ministry Introduction: Every Christian has been gifted for ministry with different talents. Purposeful stewardship involves using all these talents to serve others and glorify Christ. “Talents” means both our natural abilities and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Methodist

He's Coming!!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 25, 2006

Don’t Be Afraid. Be Strong. 1) God is coming to save us. 2) God is coming to fix us.

“He’s coming!” Do these words strike fear in your heart, or do they warm your heart? It depends on the situation doesn’t it? If you’re drawing a funny picture of your teacher on the chalkboard before class, a classmate’s cry: “He’s coming!” should set your heart a-thumpin’ as you sprint for your ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:3-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Signing On The Dotted Line Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 24, 2006

God’s commitment to us in the cross of Christ enables us to live committed lives to him on an everyday basis

Joshua 24:14-26 “Signing On The Dotted Line” INTRODUCTION In 1876 France wanted to honor the United States and the 100th Anniversary of the Revolutionary War and birth of the nation. The gift that was decided upon was the Statue of Liberty. Originally it was meant to symbolize the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-26

Denomination: Lutheran

A Call To Remember

Contributed by Bruce Ball on May 25, 2006

The word of God calls us to remember certain things. This sermon reminds us of what those things are.

We are called by God to remember. In fact, there are over 100 passages in the Bible that deal with the act of remembering. Verses like – DEUTERONOMY 4:9 - ‘Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen, or let them slip from your heart ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: *other

Marriage As Christ Modeled

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Feb 15, 2006

To show that Christ’s relationship with us gives us a wonderful picture of what our marriages should be like.

INTRODUCTION Our society is full of many so called “Urban Myths” These are stories that are claimed to be facts and likewise widely distributed and believed, yet with no basis to them at all One such myth came into popularity in the 90’s when it was said that the uncooked rice thrown at couples ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-33

Denomination: Wesleyan

Storms Of Life

Contributed by Toby Powers on Mar 15, 2006

We all will face storms, but God is putting us "through" the storm; he will not leave us "in" the storm.

From the Desk of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Hwy 78 Bremen, GA The Storms of Life Matthew 14:22-34 Intro: Life is filled with storms. It is inevitable. They are stressful, but they are not altogether avoidable. Some storms we choose ourselves. Some we face are because of the choice of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

My Deliverer

Contributed by Mike Parry on Mar 21, 2006

This fit in with our OT survey and looks at God the Deliverer. An EXODUS acrostic is used to walk us through the story.

“My Deliverer” The Old Testament Challenge FCC – February 5, 2006 Text: Exodus 1-15 Introduction: We are well into the Old Testament Challenge. In four weeks we covered the book of Genesis and now we are ready for the book of Exodus. Remember that we are covering the highpoints of the OT! In ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Family In God's Redemptive Plan

Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 5, 2006

Jesus is the REDEEMER! But God used the family in bringing redemption to the lost. Your family can be used by God, too.

INTRODUCTION: Today, in this family retreat we will be discussing from the word of God, how we (our families) can be useful in bringing holiness in our community. I. THE RISE, THE FALL AND THE REDEMPTION OF FAMILY, Gen. 1:28, Gen. 3 A. THE FAMILY IS ORDAINED TO POPULATE THE WORLD WITH GODLY ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Doesn't God Want Me Happy?? Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 13, 2006

Considers the way that God cares about our holiness, and the way that God uses Godly sorrow to change us.

1. Title Doesn’t God Want Me Happy? 2. Text: 2 Corinthians 7:8-11 et al 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd., February 19, 2006, #5 in the series “A Clear and Present Danger” 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand that God is more concerned with our holiness and with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Importance Of Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 16, 2004

This message was written for our annual church ministry fair with a focus on using the gifts that God has given to us.

The Importance of Spiritual Gifts Matthew 25:14-30 Ministry Fair Devotional August 15, 2004 Gift Illustration Christ has given you a great gift (14-15) 14 "Again, it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his property to them. 15 To one he gave five talents ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Church Of God

An Amazing 5 Letter Word Series

Contributed by Chris Carroll on Feb 21, 2007

A sermon dedicated to reminding all of God’s amazing grace and how it frees us, embraces us and is priceless.

Grace: It Really Is Amazing! Series: Part 1: An Amazing 5 Letter Word. February 18, 2007 Castalia Baptist Church. Ephesians 2: 1-10 Chrysta’s parents have a house on a lake in Danville VA. I remember one time we were up their years ago and Chrysta was going to pull me on the innnertube. Now the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Build A Fire In Your Home

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Feb 25, 2007

This sermon tells us to build a spiritual fire in our home to protect us from the Wild fires of sin.

Build a Fire in your Home Exodus 19:5-25 & 20:18-19  Fear can be a crippling it can cause us not do the things we should or could do.  Fear can also be healthy it can keep us from harm it can stop us from doing things that should not be done.  A healthy fear of fire we ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Discover You Life Map Series

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Mar 2, 2007

God wants us to discover our life map (the Bible) to help us in the Amazing Race of Life.

Discovering Your Life Map 2 Timothy 3:16-17 I had been the pastor of Georgetown United Methodist church for just over twenty-four hours when the call came into the church office. One of the long time members of the church was headed to Meadowview regional medical center in Maysville. She had a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

Calming The Perfect Storm, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 16, 2008

Many things will come against us in life. Will we employee the equipment against it that Jesus has given us?

Calming the perfect storm Part 1 Opening: 1. I am indebted to Bill Johnson, a pastor in Redding, California for some of these thoughts as well as getting me to change my message last evening. 2. As I re-read his book I was again challenged how God intends that we, in conjunction with him, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-40

Denomination: Mennonite