Sermons on Vote For:

Christians And Political Activity

Contributed by Gerald Williams on Oct 23, 2004

Contrary to some traditional beliefs, Christians should be involved in politics.

CHRISTIANS AND POLITICAL ACTIVITY As we approach this election season, it seemed very appropriate to take a look at what The Word” has to say about Christians and Politics / Government. We are particularly concerned with the fact that all too many people, especially Christians, have just thrown up ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:3-4

Denomination: *other

Gamaliel - The Compromiser

Contributed by Derek Adamsbaum on Oct 18, 2000

Intro (i) Refer to prev.

Intro (i) Refer to prev.2 sermons: 1. Stephen -The Committedâ then ÎThe Cowardly Crowdâ today ÎGamaliel - the Compromiserâ (ii) Not all agree with designation e.g. Blaiklock Î..the Christians found an ally. God sometimes provides help in strange and unexpectzed places·.But here it was , in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-41

A New Start In Galilee

Contributed by Klaus Gutwein on Jan 22, 2001

Christians are prisoners of hope, because of Jesus ministry. Luke 4: 14-21; Matthew 5: 13-16

Desmond Tutu is the Anglican Archbishop of Cape Town, South Africa. He was deeply envolved in the struggle against Apartheid in his country and received in 1986 the Nobel peace prize for his endeavour for freedom and equality for his black brothers and sisters. In an interview with the magazine ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21, Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Right Way To Work

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 12, 2001

There is one way to work for God, the right way.

INTRODUCTION Work. How does that word make you feel? What images does that word produce in your mind? Do you view work as good or bad? What do you think of work? Many view work as a burden. For them, work is something to be avoided. Rather than something which gives them dignity, work is viewed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Instructions For Divine Guidance

Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Aug 20, 2002

This is a sermon on Prov. 3:5,6 showing that if we trust in the Lord instead of ourselves He will guide us.

A need to pray for : victim’s families : political leaders A need to heal from the : loss of life : destruction A need for guidance for : our political, military, religious leaders. us individually. Prov 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why The Church? Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 21, 2003

The Church described in Ephesians is the Body of Christ, the habitation of God, the bride-elect of Christ, the channel of God’s grace to all the world, and designed to glorify God.

Why the Church? INTRO.: In 1792, a Methodist preacher in North Carolina, James O’Kelly, revolted against the Methodist Church. He had fought valiantly in the American revolution for his freedom and could no longer tolerate being ruled from England by the Methodist, Bishop Asbury. He and his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Will The Real Christian Please Stand Up?

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Jun 29, 2001

This message encourages Christians to take a stand as a witness so this world can see there are real Christians that are unafraid to let their faith become visible.

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-18 Title: “Will the Real Christian Please Stand Up?” Introduction: There was a game show on the television many years ago called, “To Tell the Truth.” Three people would be questioned on the show by a panel of four people to determine who was really what they said they ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hell Has Not Gone Out Of Business

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 5, 2000

The awfulness of hell

PROV.27:20 "HELL HAS NOT GONE OUT OF BUSINESS" A) In Gatlingburg Tenn. they assembled a replica of hell & called it, "A journey through hell." * But it was so horrible and graphic that the people complained & petitioned to get it removed. B) So the town council of Gatlingburg got together and voted ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:20, Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Used To Our Blessings

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 2, 2004

We get accustomed to our blessings just like the children of Israel did.

NUM. 11:4-9 “GETTING USED TO OUR BLESSINGS” A) When you were a child, did you ever sit down at the dinner table and say, “We having that again?” * Human nature hasn’t changed! * Centuries ago, the Jewish nation was being fed by God from heaven! * Every morning for nearly 40 years, God sent ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Persistent Prayer

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 6, 2001

If prayer is to make a difference it must be persistent

The Power of Persistent Prayer Matthew 7:7-11 March 11, 2001 Morning Service Introduction I. The reality of Prayer A businessman who needed millions of dollars to clinch an important deal went to church to pray for the money. By chance he knelt next to a man who was praying for one hundred dollars ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Church Of God

I Have A Dream

Contributed by Wes Richard on Mar 18, 2003

Using the pattern of MLK’s famous speech, this message tries to set forth a congregational vision.

I have a dream (With apologies to MLK, jr. 1962) In the Old Testament we are told that young men shall see visions and old men shall dream dreams (Joel 2:28). Some of you know that 3 or 4 times a year I am blessed with dreams about this congregation while I sleep. In most of these dreams I see ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28

Denomination: Brethren

Fatherhood And Burnt Offerings

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jul 22, 2004

FATHER’S DAY IS A DAY TO BLESS FATHERS!

FATHERHOOD AND BURNT OFFERINGS JOB 1: 1-5 FATHER’S DAY JUNE 20, 2004 INTRODUCTION: Erma Bombeck wrote this: FATHER’S DAY I received a letter from a single mother who had raised a son who was about to become a dad. Since he had no recollection of his own father, her question to me was "What do I ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Sanctity Of Human Life

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 20, 2006

The value of one life to God.

The Value of One Life Intro: 1857 U.S. Supreme Court made a decision that today looks pretty ridiculous. 7 of 9 Justices decided that a black slave named Dred Scott was nothing more than the property of his owner – thus he had no rights as a citizen and no protection under the law. Justice Taney ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

If You Want To Change The World

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 17, 2005

Jesus charge to the 70 becomes a guide for changing our world.

If You Want To Change The World Luke 10:1-12 Topic: The way the church can change the world Aim: To motivate the congregation to fulfill their individual and corporate responsibility of changing the world through evangelism. Introduction Statement - Our world is changing at a tremendous ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Saul, Samuel And A Shepherd Boy

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jun 27, 2005

Saul was rejected by the Lord as King, and replaced by of all people........a shepherd boy !

Saul, Samuel And A Shepherd Boy 1 Samuel 15:17-35, 16:4-13 Three points........ I. Saul Was Losing ! a. Lost his convictions. b. Lost his chance. c. Lost his crown. II. Samuel Was Lamenting ! a. He annointed Saul. b. He advised Saul. but in the end c. He abandoned Saul. (no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:4-13

Denomination: Baptist