Sermons on Vitality:

The Shepherds Shepherd

Contributed by Ronald Hughes on Oct 13, 2002

From the shepherds we learn early in the Christmas story that Jesus came for the lowly.

The Shepherds Shepherd Luke 2:8-20 Rev. R. B. Hughes INTRODUCTION - Fitting this morning we look at the lower places of human society and see both people and God. Shepherds are popular parts in the Christmas dramas around the world. - This ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

La Importancia De La Perseverancia

Contributed by Victor Mendoza on Oct 23, 2002

La Importancia de la Perseverancia

La Importancia de La Perseverancia Mateo 24:13 INTRODUCCIÓN: En este tiempo de tanta movilización y cambio de las cosas en todas las área de la humanidad, es muy difícil mantenerse en lo que hemos comenzado es por eso que queremos hablar de la importancia de la perseverancia en la vida del ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going On In Grace

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Aug 10, 2002

How do we respond to sin against us? Do we go on in grace? How do we respond to God in our relationship with Him? Do we go on in Grace?

Going on in Grace We have shared about being grounded in grace, and growing in grace we start today with another message series about grace: Going on in Grace. Gal. 1: 6-12 What was the greatest battle that Paul fought? Why do you think he was persecuted? Most of the time over this doctrine of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002

Deals with the verse in Mathew where it promises Christ return after the Gospel had been preached in the whole world

The Promise Mathew 24:14 Introduction A. I’m sure by now all you have that song in your head. I can not tell you how many times it has been in my head. But what does it all mean? B. It is just some catchy song that happen to be written by the AB Simpson person? C. It is just some catchy jingle ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

An Atmosphere Of Faith

Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 31, 2002

Creating an atmosphere of faith can change how we view a Sunday service.

An Atmosphere of Faith Open: Have you ever walked into the middle of a conversation and all of a sudden it gets real quiet, and you get the sense that these two people have been arguing. And you say to yourself or someone else later, “Boy the air was so thick, you could cut it with a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-5, Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Family Under Attack

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Dec 17, 2001

This sermon shows how Satan works to control the family and then the rest of the world.

Scripture: Gen. 1:22 Title: “The Family Under Attack” Introduction: The Attack on the “World Trade Center” was very visible. Everyone has been alarmed and angered by this “WICKED” act. We have viewed it over and over on Television. The results of this awful attack has been devastating. Multiple ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Wants You Any Way You Are

Contributed by Richard Gardner on Jul 19, 2001

We can know the Bible front to back and still not personally know Jesus as Lord.It’s a personal relationship that binds us to Christ.

God wants you any way you are A few years ago we were studying the Book of Revelation in a church where I was pastoring. I have studied it before and taught it before, but now it has an all new impact and meaning. For a reason I will ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Model For Prayer

Contributed by Danny Williams on Dec 7, 2000

Intro to the disciples prayer

Pattern For Prayer Matt.6:5-15 And now the Lord begins to show us how to pray! This has been commonly referred to as the Lord’s prayer.. Frankly , this is the disciple’s prayer.... Matt.6:9- he didn’t say, Say these word’s! " he said , In this manner therefore ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope With A Heartbeat

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000

Real hope is living hope

Hope with a Heartbeat 1 Peter 1:3-5 November 14, 1999 1. High school football A. A major game 1.) We were in a tie for first place 2.) The opponent was not impressive 3.) The game was great – We were down by 7 at the half - There’s still a lot of hope for a championship B. The second half 1.) The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Prayer For The Sick

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Even though God does not heal every sick person, our prayers for the sick ought to be bold with the belief that God can and will heal.

Thesis: Even though God does not heal every sick person, our prayers for the sick ought to be bold with the belief that God can and will heal. Intro.: 1. < Begin with these ... > a. Pick up any bulletin any week--read of people with illness needing prayer. b. Sit in any Bible class/Small ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Prayer For The Sick

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Even though God does not heal every sick person, our prayers for the sick ought to be bold with the belief that God can and will heal.

Thesis: Even though God does not heal every sick person, our prayers for the sick ought to be bold with the belief that God can and will heal. Intro.: 1. < Begin with these ... > a. Pick up any bulletin any week--read of people with illness needing prayer. b. Sit in any Bible class/Small ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

How Can The Lord Help Us When Our Actions Speak So Loudly People Are Not Hearing What We Want To Communicate?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How Can the Lord Help Us When Our Actions Speak So Loudly People Are Not Hearing What We Want To Communicate? I Cor. 13:1-3

Many people are searching for the solution to the problem of interpersonal communications. It may be safe to say that the single biggest problem of communications is rooted in the reality that some people’s actions speak so loudly others cannot hear what they are saying. Quote: I know you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fellowship In The Gospel Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

AS WE LABOR TOGETHER UNTIL CHRIST RETURNS, FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL SPARKS THREE RESPONSES: JOYFUL THANKSGIVING INTIMATE BONDS PURPOSEFUL PRAYER (FOR SPIRITUAL MATURITY)

BIG IDEA: AS WE LABOR TOGETHER UNTIL CHRIST RETURNS, FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL SPARKS THREE RESPONSES: - JOYFUL THANKSGIVING - INTIMATE BONDS - PURPOSEFUL PRAYER (FOR SPIRITUAL MATURITY) (:1-2) INTRODUCTION -- THE SUBJECTS OF FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL A. "Paul and Timothy, bondservants of Christ ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Jesus Warned People Against Being Flavorless

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus cautioned people against being "good for nothing" because He wanted them to make an impact on their communities. Jesus said, "You are the salt of the earth, but if the salt loses its saltiness; how can it be made salty again?

Why Jesus Warned People Against Being Flavorless Illustration;Did you hear about the clever salesman who closed hundreds of sales with this line: "Let me show you something several of your neighbors said you couldn’t afford." Source Unknown. Let us present Christ as one who offers something no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Celebrating In The Losers Cirlce Series

Contributed by Tim George on Mar 17, 2001

James tells us the story of a rich man and a poor man who came to church one day. One appeared to be a winner – the other a loser. How should a group of losers who have been made winners by Christ treat such people?

No body likes a loser. Have you ever seen a losers circle at the racetrack? When is the last time you saw the runner-up on a box of Wheaties? People generally think little of losers. That makes it all the more hurtful to some when someone like Ted Turner is quoted as saying, “Christianity is for ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist