Sermons on Volunteer:

"Identifying Gifts--Where Do I Begin?" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 7, 2003

What steps can we take to identify our spiritual gifts?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches August 10, 2003 “Identifying Gifts--Where Do I Begin?” Romans 12:3-8 I Peter 4:4-11 INTRODUCTION: Story: A college student who had always lived in the city was visiting a ranch in Texas. She was fascinated by all the animals. She had never seen so many before ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8, 1 Peter 4:9-11

Denomination: Methodist

Mary's "Yes"!

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 16, 2002

Mary is a model of submission to the will of God

“Mary’s ‘Yes!’,” Rev Dr Robert Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts I’d like us to focus on Mary’s response to the angelic announcement. Gabriel comes to her in the town of Nazareth and tells her that she will be mother to the Messiah. After expressing some initial ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Congregational

The Weight Of Unforgiveness Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 18, 2006

What happens when we do not forgive

The Weight of Unforgiveness Matthew 6:9-15 Colossians 3:12-14 June 25, 2006 You either love him or you just can’t stand him? To some people, he’s arrogant and pompous; for others, they want to be just like him. The one thing most people agree on is this one point ~ nobody wants his hairstyle. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Afraid Of New Beginnings?

Contributed by Stan Simonik on Nov 19, 2005

When changes come, we will not fear but put our faith to work and trust in the Lord. I preached this sermon on Reformation Sunday, a week after the Senior Pastor left to take another assignment.

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, this Sunday is different. God has given Pastor Steve a new assignment. We have said our farewells, we have shed our tears. Today we came to worship knowing that it won’t be the same. Yet we came because we love the Lord, because we are part of our Grace ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

The True Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Dec 9, 2005

Christmas is about Jesus; not snow, Santa, or presents...

Matt. 1:18-25 The True Meaning of Christmas Christmas 2003 Intro. When you think of Christmas what do you think about? Snow?, Tree?, presents?, cookies?, shopping?, giving and receiving presents?, family? Santa Clause and Rudolph?, Read text. The focus of this text is not on the "how" ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Follow Me Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Sep 13, 2006

God wants all of us to jump into Him! He wants us full throttle, diving into Him despite the fear and trusting that he is there to catch us and that it will be amazing. And He wants to use us to make a difference and be an example.

Tonight I would like to start with a movie clip from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Indy and his father have been forced to help the Nazis find the Holy Grail, the cup which Jesus used at the Last Supper with His disciples. Towards the end of their adventure, Indy’s father is shot, leaving him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Decay Of Man Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 27, 2005

After the fall, man continued to become more violent and less receptive to God - why? Also learn about the mystery of the Sons of God and the Nephillim and why God judged the earth.

How could God allow this to happen? We can’t have it both ways. We cannot be morally responsible beings and not have to deal with the consequences. God gives us enough rope to hang ourselves. We have a responsibility to listen to Him. Its not that God is out of control, but He always planned to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Take To Heart God's Frustration

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 4, 2008

Take to Heart God’s Frustration 1) Over those who are careless 2) Over those who care less

Three years ago the ABC reality show “Extreme Makeover” and local volunteers demolished an old home in Lake City, Georgia just outside of Atlanta. In six days they replaced it with a mini-mansion while its owners were having fun at Disneyland. When Milton and Patricia Harper returned from Mickey’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Who Have You Been Talking To? Series

Contributed by Donny Granberry on Apr 20, 2008

90% of people become Christians because personal Evangelism. This series equips and challenges the church in sharing their faith with others.

Personal Evangelism I “Who Have You Been Talking To?” By: Pastor Donny Granberry Good morning. If you are our guest, I would like to take a moment and welcome you to Central and to personally say thank you for choosing to worship the Lord with us today. Let’s make our profession, “This is my ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-50

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Call Of Christmas

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Dec 6, 2010

Just like the Wise Men were called to find Jesus, so are we!

THE CALL OF CHRISTMAS Matthew 2:1-12 INTRO: “Telephones have changed our lives forever. * In the small town we lived in the volunteer fire department’s telephone was answered by the policeman who was on duty who would in turn sound the fire whistle to rally the volunteers to duty. One Saturday ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing – Much Better Than A Souvenir T-Shirt

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 1, 2010

You mightg not get a t-shirt every time you come to worship. That's OK, God gives you something even better with the Blessing.

Hundreds, perhaps thousands of people are attending the annual Rainmaker Rodeo this weekend in St. Albert. I wonder what they’ll have to show for it when it’s all said and done? Those of you who made it to the Rainmaker parade may have scored some free candy. If you went to the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27

Denomination: Lutheran

9/11 10th Anniversary

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 29, 2011

We honor our local heros today against a backdrop of the anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy

9/11 10th Anniversary Sermon 9/11/11Chester FBC Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A We honor our local heros today against a backdrop of the anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy. 1 Why do we connect the two? a Because we remember the images of 9/11 with vivid recollection. b We remember the terror, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Impacting Your World For Jesus Series

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 10, 2011

Jesus asks us to be both salt AND light to impact the world around us for him. We need to be both, not one or the other. It’s a challenge!

Making Jesus better known to others will complicate your life, but the rewards are out of this world! Getting married, or having children complicates things; but they’re worth it. Spending time with people who don’t know Jesus will complicate your life, but it’s so worth it. Ask a mother a few ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-15

Denomination: Anglican

Our Offerings To God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 17, 2011

The people offered their presence in the city, their praise to God and their possessions for His house.

RECAP: Neh 10 - The nation made a binding agreement before God, in writing. • Committing themselves, and the generations to come, to SUBMIT to God’s Word (obey Him), to SEPARATE themselves as God’s people (to be a good testimony), and to SUPPORT the Lord’s ministry in the ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Conjunction Junction"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 30, 2011

A sermon about overcoming pride.

2 Kings 5:1-16 “Conjunction Junction” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org This has been some week, to say the least!!! Here in the South, the death toll from Wednesday’s storms keeps rising. At least 340 people were ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist