Sermons on Victory Over Sin:

Taking One For The Team

Contributed by Jason Jones on May 9, 2011

Exposition of 1 Corinthians 9 regarding Paul did all things to the glory of Christ, but he explains that the reason that he gives up rights and lives the way that he does is “that he might win some.”

Text: 1 Cor 9:1-23, Title: Taking One for the Team, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/8/11, AM A. Opening illustration: A teacher asked a boy this question: “Suppose your mother baked a pie and there were seven of you—your parents and five children. What part of the pie would you get?” “A sixth,” replied the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Singing With David

Contributed by Floyd Davis on Sep 11, 2010

David in this Psalm assures us of God

Psalm 23 “SINGING WITH DAVID” The word Psalm comes from the Hebrew word “Tehillim” meaning praises. Its name in Latin comes from the Greek word “Psalmoi” which means twanging of harp strings. This book is known as the hymnbook of the Bible and thus when read ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Kind Of Church Jesus Had In Mind Part 6 Series

Contributed by Greg Carr on Oct 14, 2010

Part six deals with the church being a loving church. Is the church of today loving?

I hope you are not bored yet with this series. I believe it to be a very important topic. Let’s do a little review… What is the church? The church is people. What kind of people? People now and throughout history who have accepted Jesus as their Savior. A few weeks ago I shared with you the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fellowship - United In Christ Series

Contributed by Don Jones on Mar 10, 2009

The message defines fellowship as 1. Christ centered 2.Common Among Believers 3. Constructive 4. A Commitment

Fellowship - United in Christ Acts 2:42; Hebrews 10:25; 1 Corinthians 12:1ff "They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer." Introduction We are looking at the meaning of fellowship. For many, it means getting together and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Baptist

Gentleness Series

Contributed by Troy Horne on Mar 28, 2009

A look at the fruit of the Spirit, gentleness

Gal. 5.22-23 Fruit of the Spirit: Gentleness 1. [Read text]. I’ve been thinking about this list we have been reading, these fruit of the spirit. And I’ve been wondering about the way they appear, the order they appear. And an image to capture the author’s intention. Is it a fruit bowl ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Holiness

You Are What You Eat

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Apr 10, 2009

Is your fridge stocked full of fresh fruits, vegetables and lean meats OR is it full of fat-filled, overly salted processed convenience foods and abandoned take-out containers? If we truly are what we eat, what do your eating habits say about you?

Mike Warnke, Christian evangelist and comedian said, “Eat fat, greasy food and you become a fat, greasy dude.” BBC America hosts nutritionist Gillian McKeith who works with unhealthy eaters to break lifetimes of bad habits. BBC introduces their webpage with this introduction: Is your fridge ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-30

Denomination: Salvation Army

Ministry And Money: When The Budget Wants To Bully You

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Nov 22, 2009

Discover two gems helpful to balancing ministry and money in this short sermon aimed to help church leaders stay faithful not fearful.

Pastoring in America means dealing with the dollar. It’s what we have to come to grips with in a culture where “church” has largely become a business. In fact, some shepherds tragically view Washingtons and Lincolns just as necessary, if not more, than the Holy Spirit, people, or the Bible. Which ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Honest Thanks

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Nov 24, 2009

Is our thankfulness, honestly thankful? A brief look at thankfulness at a thanksgiving service

One morning a woman who was a known atheist stepped out of her home on the hillside and was taken back by what a beautiful morning it was. The Cook Inlet sparkled, the air was fresh and crisp, the sky was a blue as she had ever seen it and Denali loomed over the whole scene. She was so overwhelmed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

1 In A Million

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Dec 17, 2009

Do you know how significant you are? Only through understanding God’s design and purpose for ourselves can we ever hope to fulfill God’s will for our lives.

Psalm 139 Anyone here like to think they are unique or special? We seem to be bombarded with images of people that we are supposed to look like or be like, whether its supermodels, actors, businessmen or women; people with great looks, lots of money, and plenty of prestige. Everyone, without ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

The Church As A Covenant Community

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 18, 2009

Compares the Church as a community

THE CHURCH AS A COVENANT COMMUNITY Deuteronomy 5:1-21; 2 Corinthians 3:4-6, 12-18 SEPTEMBER 14, 2008 The way we look at our relationship with the Church is really important. Our understanding of the Church is so important because it determines the shape of our Christian lives. It determines the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:1-21

Denomination: Holiness

Where’s The Line To See Jesus?

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 22, 2009

Today, as Christmas approaches, impatient shoppers stand in line at the check out aisles, children line up to see Santa, but where’s the line to see Jesus? Based on an original song by Steve Haut and Becky Kelly. Powerpoint and Video avaible, just e-mail

WHERE’S THE LINE TO SEE JESUS? Scott Bayles, preacher First Christian Church, Rosiclare, IL Last year while at the mall with his mom and grandpa, a four-year-old boy watched as children lined up excitedly to see Santa Claus. Having been taught as a toddler that Christmas is the holiday that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-21, Luke 2:1

Denomination: Christian Church

Making Godly Decisions

Contributed by Daniel Woodard on Jan 8, 2009

How do you make Godly decisions in your walk with the Lord or the Churches direction for God?

Making Godly Decisions Romans 8:5,6 1. We need to be sure when making decisions for the Kingdom of God and for our church that the decisions are made after careful deliberation before the Lord. 2. We need to then be sure that the answer we hear is from God and not of our own fleshly desires or ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Money Myths: It's My Money Series

Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Jan 18, 2009

This message looks at the fact that God wants to do more with our money than ever imagined. ...but it’s not ours - its His!

What do you think says to the world that you are a follower of Christ? What tells people that you are a believer? Is it your Bible? Is it the way you dress, is it a bumper sticker, or a cross around your neck or the way you talk or the way you act? In his letter to the Corinthian Church, Paul ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:6-18

Denomination: Baptist

Celebration Of Marriage

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Feb 11, 2009

Sermon delivered at A Celebration of Marriage service using a plane trip as an anaolgy for marriage.

Celebration of Marriage Greetings from the frigid NE Flying home I felt bad for the flight attendants No one is listening to them I wonder how that feels? Today as we talk about marriage I feel I have nothing really new to say But I hope you do listen – we can all use the encouragement to make ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Biblical Church Series

Contributed by John Mann on Feb 12, 2009

To be a biblical church we have to stop making excuses for not serving and just get involved.

FOCAL POINT: A BIBLICAL CHURCH ME: It has been about 10 years ago since I took a speech class in college. At that point in time, I really hated standing up in front of people and talking about anything. In fact, I even skipped class once so I did not have to give a speech. I never would have ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-13

Denomination: Free Methodist