Sermons on Wanting:

Paying The Price

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Sep 8, 2001

Jesus wants us to seriously consider the high cost of following Him as a Disciple.

IT IS ONE OF THE SUPREME HANDICAPS OF THE CHURCH THAT IN IT THERE ARE SO MANY DISTANT FOLLOWERS OF JESUS CHRIST AND SO FEW REAL DISCIPLES. ALL OF THIS SIMPLY DUE TO THE COST INVOLVED WITH DISCIPLESHIP. NOT VERY MANY PEOPLE ARE WILLING TO PAY THE PRICE FOR FOLLOWING JESUS. INSTEAD, TOO MANY JUST ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Free Methodist

Prayer And Relationship

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 6, 2002

Why does God desire us to pray? Because He wants a relationship.

Today is the first Sunday of the year 2002. It’s also the beginning of our third year worshipping together as a church. And for the benefit of those who haven’t been keeping careful track, this is also the 100th sermon I’ve preached from this pulpit (or music stand, or whatever it is). So in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Praising Him!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 20, 2001

I want you to see with me some of the ways we worship God.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. I want to call your attention to something about the church bulletin you received as you came in this morning. On the front, centered just below the red masthead are these words, “Morning Worship Service, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Qualities For Low Conflict Christians Ii

Contributed by Mark D. Stetler on Feb 18, 2005

Do you want relationships with little or no conflict? Look at part 2 of this series.

Qualities for low conflict Christians Part # 2 John 15:12 “This is my commandment that you love one another as I have loved you!” Last week we talked about some low conflict qualities of Christians. We talked about the Grace of Humor, Grace of Humility, Grace of Empathy, Grace of Optimism. This ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12

Denomination: Church Of God

A Journey Of Joy.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Sep 6, 2004

I want you to get an imaginary piece of paper and write, for me to live is -- -- -- --.

A journey of joy. Philippians 1:3 -- 30. 09/05/04 A few years ago, a 21-year-old man traveled throughout the Midwest putting pipe bombs in mailboxes. His name is Luke John Helder. When he was apprehended, he said the only thing he cared about is his girlfriend and his band. He said I party, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-30

Denomination: Baptist

You Were Formed For God's Family Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005

God wants us to love what He loves and that’s the church

“YOU WERE FORMED FOR GOD’S FAMILY” Sunday, May 9, 2004 40 DAYS OF PURPOSE - week 3 We welcome you back to 40 Days of Purpose. This is the third week of our series spanning 40 days from April 25 to June 6. We are asking, and seeking the answer to, the question “What on earth am I here for?” We ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Unity In Christ

Contributed by Billy Williams on May 3, 2005

THIS IS A SERMON ABOUT UNITY AND HOW GOD WANTS US TO BE, AS CHILDREN OF GOD.

The word UNITY means to come togather, or to be togather. The people of shinar were of one mind, one language. They were in UNITY, or they simply came togather. There plan was simple, to Build a tower that could reach heaven. Now notice what it says in verse 8-- "AND THE LORD SAID, BEHOLD, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:2-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Earthquakes Shaken

Contributed by Brian Wright on May 15, 2005

Sometimes its takes a earthquake to put us where God wants us

As I was in the service last week and Pastor Patsy was preaching, God laid this message on my heart. Acts Chapter 16 You remember Paul and Silas were joined together as Paul wanted to go to the Syria and Cilicia. There was a division between Paul and Barnabas. How they went to the different ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Peace On Earth

Contributed by Thomas Baird on May 31, 2004

If we could choose what we wanted for Christmas... would it be peace on earth?

Peace On Earth - Christmas 2002 12/21/02 Opening Statement…. What do you want for Christmas? If you could have one thing….if you could have anything you desire for Christmas this year, what would it be? Think about that statement for a few moments ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Faith That Moves God

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jun 1, 2004

If we want to see results our faith need’s to be put into action.

There are only two people in the Bible that were said to have "GREAT FAITH" by Jesus. One was the Centurian and the other was this woman. Both of them were Gentiles and probably considered not worthy of receiving anything from God because of it. I] There were three obstacles facing this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28, Matthew 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Serves 'em Right Series

Contributed by Dale Miller on Jul 7, 2004

Jesus once again raises the standard, I want revenge, but Jesus says,

GETTING WHAT YOU DESERVE MATTHEW 5;38-42 38"You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’£ 39But I tell you, Do not resist an evil person. If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also. 40And if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Sure Is Great To Be A Christian

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Feb 10, 2004

I WANT TO SAY PRAISE THE LORD IT IS GREAT TO BE A CHRISTAN, ITS GREAT TO BE SAVED!!!!!

THE WORD OF GOD SAYS IN 1 PETER 2:9 BUT YE ARE A CHOSEN GENERATION A ROYAL PRIESTHOOD,AN HOLY NATION,A PECULIAR PEOPLE THAT YE SHOULD SHEW FORTH THE PRAISES OF HIM WHO HATH CALLED YOU OUT OF DARKNESS INTO HIS MARVELLOUS LIGHT.KJV. TITLE, IT SURE IS GREAT TO BE CHRISTIAN. I WANT TO TELL YOU ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

How To Receive Blessings

Contributed by Johnny Small on Jul 2, 2003

If you want to receive blessings from God, the Bible tells you how.

How to Receive Blessings Matt 5:1-12 1 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying: 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Matthew 5:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Now Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Aug 5, 2003

Instead of living in the future, God wants us to live in the now in light of the future.

During the first Gulf War in 1990 and 1991 I noticed that many pastors in our communities changed their preaching during the conflict. No matter what they’d been preaching about prior to the conflict, it seemed like pastors throughout our nation decided that the conflict in Iraq would be a great ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Many Things Vs. One Thing Series

Contributed by Clark Sneed on Jul 27, 2005

Short Bible Study - Focus: That ONE thing God wants you to do.

Title: Martha, Martha Text: Luke 10:38-42 I. Introduction a. John wanting some time, but I am too hurried II. Exegesis a. Martha Received Him b. Mary Heard Him c. Much Work was Possible, but III. Conclusion a. One Thing was needful i. Notice this is countercultural, for Jesus’ time and ours as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist