Sermons on Vacation:

We Also Are Ambassadors

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 15, 2003

As the Spirit touches and moves your heart, would you stand for the Great Shepherd and say to your heart, "Yes Lord! I want to be your ambassador."

June 30, 1996 INTRODUCTION: We call him Mr. Ambassador. He rides in his beautiful, elegant, black Cadillac. In front of his Cadillac are small, flying flags that symbolize the country he represents. He has dedicated guards that closely watch him in every move he makes. He has a personal secretary ...read more

Denomination: Adventist

How's Our Vision?

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 13, 2004

This sermon is about knowing God’s vision for our church.

How fast can you cover 300 miles? Five or six hours? What about on foot? The average person can walk a mile in about 15 minutes, and that’s moving pretty fast. Continuous walking would allow you to cover 300 miles in 75 hours; that’s over 3 days. Take time out to sleep, eat and take care of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Avoiding Self-Deception Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 27, 2005

Self-Deception is rooted in our thinking, and visible in our activities. Or, if we look at it in reverse – what we do, or how we act is in reality a product of our belief system – ie: what we believe. So, if our believing is wrong then our acting will b

AVOIDING SELF-DECEPTION 1 Corinthians 3:18-23 INTRODUCTION: Just recently, our area has been exposed to an unusual sight – a beluga whale. He has been meandering up and down the river, between Burlington and Trenton. Lots of people have gone to the river’s edge in hopes of catching a glimpse of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

God's Remedy For Stress 2 Series

Contributed by Andrew Schroer on Mar 19, 2001

God can help us with the stress caused by the world around us.

Forty three percent, almost half of all American adults, suffer adverse health affects due to stress: migraines, high blood pressure, acne, fatigue, depression... One million workers here in the United States are absent on an average workday due to stress related complaints. Stress is real and it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Lutheran

"A Psalm Of Symmetry, Ecological Balance And Majesty Of Creation.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on May 11, 2002

May 19, 2002—The Day of Pentecost Psalm 104:25-35, 37. Color: Red Title: “A Psalm of symmetry, ecological balance and majesty of creation.”

May 19, 2002—The Day of Pentecost Psalm 104:25-35, 37. Color: Red Title: “A Psalm of symmetry, ecological balance and majesty of creation.” This is an individual Hymn of Praise, offered in the course of Temple worship, probably at the Autumnal harvest festival, given its theme of creation. It ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 104:1-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Listening For God

Contributed by Alan Tison on Dec 23, 2003

How do we hear the voice of God, Samuel’s life emualtes 4 traits we should have in order to listen to the call of God

Sermon Title: Listening for God Text: 1 Samuel 3:1-10 Introduction: The following are actual bloopers found in church bulletins. · The scouts are saving aluminum cans, bottles and other items for recycling. Proceeds will be used to cripple children. · Next Sunday’s Message – WHAT IS HELL, come ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Do You Celebrate Christmas?

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Dec 11, 2003

Christmas reminds us that Jesus is to be sought and truly worshipped by all the nations on the earth.

Introduction: Play DVD Video Clip Why do you celebrate Christmas? from “Essentials” Vol. 3 No. 6. Here we are—11 days away from Christmas. Can you believe it? Seems as though it has snuck up on us. Can you guess what people are thinking about getting you for Christmas? They want to get you a gift ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Conflict Resolution

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

dealing with conflict biblically

"The Blessings of Children" Matthew 18:1-14 October 26, 1997 Illustration: I can’t help thinking this morning about the story of the man who was having a new sidewalk put in. His neighbor had two young, inquisitive boys, who always seemed to get into trouble. Well, sure enough, they managed to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does It Cost To Be A Disciple? Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 24, 2005

Jesus used word pictures of a Tower and a War to show that following him will take Everything you have and Everything you are.

Discipleship Series # 2 What Does it Cost to Follow Jesus? Mark 8, Luke 14 SCRIPTURE READING: Luke 14:25-27 INTRODUCTION: In the TEXT we just read, a large crowd was following Jesus from Galilee to Jerusalem. The crowd thought Jesus was going to Jerusalem to be crowned as King. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-27, Luke 14:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am The Life Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 11, 2009

John 14:6 may be one of the richest texts in Scripture. There are some very powerful implications to John 14:6 and it is important for us as Christians to know what they are and what they mean.

John 14:6 December 2, 2007 I am the Life In 2006 a study was done on the lifespan of people. It was determined that the average person would be alive for around 65 years. That is 3,380 weeks, or 23,725 days, or 569,400 hours, or 34,164,000 minutes, or 2,049,840,000 seconds that the average ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: *other

He's Moving

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 6, 2009

Easter sermon

He’s Moving! April 12, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee Three friends were discussing death and one asked the group: What would you like people to say about you at your funeral? • He was a great humanitarian, • He was a great husband and father • He cared about his community • Look, he’s moving! ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

Election Equals Affection Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 8, 2009

A look at the Biblical teaching on Election and how this doctrine shows us the love of God in Christ.

Election = Affection Text: Ephesians 1:3-4 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Now last time I gave you all some homework. I told you all to take some time and read all the passages in the New Testament that speak of what we have in Christ Jesus. If you did that, I bet you found quite a few of those ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Think Of Theses Things – Part 2”

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 18, 2008

The formula for joy in a Christian’s life.

“Think of Theses Things – part 2” June 22, 2008 ”Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Holiness

Live With An Ascension Attitude

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 6, 2008

Live with An Ascension Attitude 1) Cheer the great things Christ has accomplished 2) Count on Christ’s continuing rule for your benefit

The cost of gas has gone up again. It’s predicted to keep rising until it hits $1.40 per litre this summer. How does that make you feel? Does your stomach churn as you calculate the cost of driving to work? Are you rethinking that summer camping trip? Do you fear what other costs will go up as a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 47:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

"Blessed Are The Poor"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 30, 2007

What does this mean for the Church in 21st Century America?

“Blessed Are the Poor” Luke 6:20-31 By: Ken Sauer, Pastor, Grace UMC, Soddy Daisy, TN www.gbgm-umc.org/grace-sdtn Right before our Gospel Lesson for this morning we are told beginning in verse 17 that, “[Jesus] went with them and stood on a level place. A large crowd of his disciples were ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:20-31

Denomination: United Methodist