Sermons on Utilizing Talents:

The Christian Husband Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 31, 2007

Exposition of 1 Peter 3:7

Text: 1 Peter 3:7 Title: The Christian Husband Date/Place: LSCC, 10/9/05, AM A. Opening illustration: Panel of Women debated on what they thought was a perfect man, a guy who was ‘with it’. You would have thought they would have decided upon some actor or athlete even a wealthy tycoon. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7

Denomination: Baptist

God's Commission Restored

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Jul 6, 2006

A right relationship with God is necessary in order to live the Kingdom life God has designed us for.

God’s Commission Restored Text: Acts 2:22 KJV Introduction: Jesus could not heal the sick. Jesus could not deliver the tormented from demons. Jesus could not raise the dead. To believe otherwise is to ignore what He said about Himself. In Jn 5:19, Jesus said: "The Son can do nothing." Nothing in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22

Denomination: Baptist

Powerlessness: Unbalanced & Unnecessary

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Jul 25, 2006

Certainly, every believer should live a life that is respectful but there is more. It’s the "more" part that is so often lacking.

Powerlessness: Unbalanced & Unnecessary Introduction: Think about this quote for a moment: "I’m not impressed with anyone’s life unless they have integrity. But I’m not happy with their life until they are dangerous!" Many believers have made it their primary goal in life to be well-respected ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Thanks Is Not Normal

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Nov 21, 2006

A Thanksgiving Sermon for Series B lectionary, indicating that through the power of God’s Spirit, we are able to be truly thankful

Thanksgiving Eve, November22,2006 “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, we come before you this night to give thanks for your many blessings upon us – for the gift of life, for all that sustains us ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Deal With A Shortage Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Feb 17, 2003

This message explains how believers may appropriate God’s wisdom.

How to Deal with a Shortage of Wisdom James 1:5-8 In 1999, State Farm Insurance rated the most dangerous intersections for accidents in the United States. The winner (or better, loser) was the corner of Belt Line Road and Midway Road in Addison, Texas. There were 263 reported crashes at that ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8, James 1:1-8, Psalm 111:10

Denomination: Baptist

Always Wanting To Be A ‘big Shot’ Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 18, 2013

A study of the Gospel of Luke 20: 45 – 47

Luke 20: 45 – 47 Always Wanting To Be A ‘Big Shot’ 45 Then, in the hearing of all the people, He said to His disciples, 46 “Beware of the scribes, who desire to go around in long robes, love greetings in the marketplaces, the best seats in the synagogues, and the best ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:45-47

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Post-Christmas Battle For Your Heart

Contributed by David Tack on Dec 23, 2011

Let us look beyond the pleasantry of Christmas day this morning. Christmas will soon be over; and, for many they will go back to hearts filled with bitterness, hatred and burden. You see the hearts of humanity may appear to be EMPTY from post-Christmas

Post-Christmas Battle for Your Heart David Tack – December 22, 2011 INTRO: Christmas is a wonderful time of year. It promotes joy and goodwill to humanity and most people purposely spread the spirit of peace, love and toleration! Christmas day arrives and it is a time of great communion, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:8

Denomination: Baptist

Does Your Church Want To Get Well?

Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 15, 2012

Some churches suffer from a defeated attitude when Jesus calls us to take simple steps, not giant steps. We aren't on an escalator, but must move our legs to climb the stairs set before us.

Attended a confernece on recognizing, halting, and preenting decline in the local church this past Saturday. In reading the foreword to the book "Reaching the summit" by George L. Yates, the illustration of the lame man at the pool of Bethsaida is used to demonstrate the attitude of some churches ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Responses To The Resurrection: Confusion

Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 5, 2012

Many emotions make an appearance in the Scriptures during Holy Week and only the resurrection of Christ brings their resolve.

Responses to the Resurrection: Confusion Luke 24:1-35 It all happened so fast! The arrest, the trial, crucifixion, the strange testimonies of Jesus’ resurrection – it all came with a flurry – it was like a time warp. And then there were moments of lucidity; followed yet again by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-35

Denomination: Nazarene

The Spirit Of Jezebel- Dissatisfaction & Perfectionism Series

Contributed by Ryan Napalo on Apr 5, 2012

We all know the story of Jezebel and over the next few weeks we are going to address some pretty serious topics concerning the Spirit of Jezebel. * Confusion * Dissatisfaction * Perfectionism * Fear * Anxiety * Gossip * Leg

I am convinced that murmuring is fueled by Satan. Murmuring reveals chronic dissatisfaction and anger with God. Satan targets our disappointments and then begins to whisper in our ears many lies concerning God. In fact, the word murmur is linked to the Hebrew word nirgan, which translates as ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:2-3

Denomination: Church Of God

Uncovered Trickery Series

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jan 17, 2009

We examine the 3rd major issue for 2009 –“Uncovered Trickery” – the cult connection that will impact a huge segment of America and the world in 2009.

We examine the 3rd major issue for 2009 – “Uncovered Trickery” – the cult connection that will impact a huge segment of America and the world in 2009. See what U.S. News & World Report reported back in November, “In 2009 cultic activity will loom large upon our society. The reason for this is the ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

9 Biblical Principles To Friendships

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Aug 26, 2008

We all need friends, but few understand the basics about forming quality friendships.

9 Biblical Principles to Friendships: John 15:13-15 “Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends. You are My friends if you do what I command you. No longer do I call you slaves, for the slave does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13-15, Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Baptist

What Type Of Salt And Light Are You? Series

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Jul 3, 2008

The scriptures do not say, “…become the salt and the light.” Jesus says, “You are the salt…You are the light.” So, what type of salt and light are you, I ask?

What Type of Salt and Light Are You?: Matt. 5:13-16 Introduction: God refers to believers as the “salt” and “light.” Too many Christians fail to appropriate the benefits, privileges, and responsibilities of being salt and light. As a result, millions suffer because they continue to conform to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Materialism's Blinder: Biotechnology And Truth

Contributed by Chuck Colson on Aug 13, 2008

Your eyes may glaze over when you read the headlines about stem-cell research—debates over moral quandaries, federal funding, and legislative decisions about regulation. But you need to pay attention and speak up: The next debate may be about your own wor

This article is from BreakPoint WorldView magazine: http://www.breakpoint.org/contentindex.asp?ID=146. -------------------------------------------------- Your eyes may glaze over when you read the headlines about stem-cell research--debates over moral quandaries, federal funding, and legislative ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Man Who Had Been With Jesus

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Sep 12, 2009

Peter was a man who understood his purpose, to share Jesus with everyone he came into contact with. If sharing Jesus isn’t in your lifestyle then you need to change your lifestyle!

“A MAN WHO HAD BEEN WITH JESUS INTRODUCTION: I was torn between peaching a sermon on “Important Grand Parents” or a sermon relating to “911” But a week ago I was sitting with Mark Taylor after prayer meeting on Friday night a week ago we were talking about nothing in particular & I began to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God