Sermons on wastebaskets: showing 16-30 of 69

Called To Be A Bondservant Series

Contributed by Matthew Haynie on Aug 13, 2007

When we clothe ourselves with Christ we put on the "livery" of Christ and in doing so we become His servants. This message is om outline form but has all the Illustrations written out.

I love bumper sticker theology. It may not always be the most sound theological statements, but they generally at least have the ability to make you think. The one in particular that I am thinking about said, "God is my Co-pilot." Do you remember the sticker? It took a great deal of heat. Perhaps ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 21:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

“the Fear That Grips!” Series

Contributed by Douglas Sherwood on Oct 10, 2015

APPLICATION: We need to SERVE the Lord like we have ALREADY BEEN DELIVERED! SERVING the Lord at the very ESSENCE of our BEING!

Two gas company service men, a senior training Supervisor and a young trainee were out checking meters and parked their truck at the end of the alley and worked there way to the other end. At the last house a woman looking out her kitchen window watched the two men as they checked her gas meter. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-75

Denomination: Nazarene

Being Thankful By Thursday

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003

Being thankful is critical to being a whole/well person.

"Being Thankful By Thursday" November 24, 2002 FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A. The world celebrates Easter with Easter bunnies & Easter eggs & new clothes & spring breaks - heralding the coming of spring. But Easter is a holy day for Christians, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus With Great Expectations

Contributed by Rick Dinkins on Apr 8, 2020

Jesus said we can expect to do greater things than He.

Following Jesus with Great Expectations Scripture: John 14:12-14 (KJV) John 14:12-14 (KJV) 12 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father. 13 And whatsoever ye shall ask in ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Mighty God And Everlasting Father Series

Contributed by Chuck Boman on Dec 16, 2001

Isaiah 9:6-7 The child shall be called "divine and brings power, permanency and parenthood.

TEXT - ISAIAH 9:6 Two women stopped in front of another store window at Christmastime. In the midst of all the merchandise was a small little Nativity scene. And one woman remarked to the other: "What do you know about that! Even the church is trying to horn in on Christmastime." That comment is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pleasing The Man Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 30, 2010

Exposition of 1 Cor 4:1-5 regarding the stewards and servants: Paul and Apollos

Text: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5, Title: Pleasing the Man, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/22/10, AM A. Opening illustration: Semper Fidelis, video from Marines.com B. Background to passage: Explain why we are skipping 3:18-23. Paul now adds one last little note that relates to how the Corinthians view him (and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Of Transformation

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 1, 2011

God is the potter and we are the clay. We must not get that backwards if we are to see God do a transformation in our life.

A life of transformation Jeremiah 18:1-4 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 Introduction- Last week we looked at having amazing faith. Jesus marveled at faith. He marveled at Israel’s lack of faith, continuing to walk away from God . He marveled at the faith of the centurion. Which one do you want ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-4

Denomination: Nazarene

From Page To Performance: Living According To God's Word Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 5, 2006

Last of 5 in the series "A Light Unto My Path: Growing Through God’s Word." This sermon brings the series to a close with the exhortation to live by the truth of the Bible.

Text: James 1 19-26 I remember as a little boy watching Saturday morning cartoons and a consistent theme was the Genie in the bottle or the mind controlled slave who responded to the master’s every wish with the monotone reply "I hear and obey master." I’m sure that you were all much more ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Delivered

Contributed by Mike Turner on Nov 13, 2005

A sermon which takes a look at why the children of Israel were delivered from Egypt.

Delivered Exodus 12:40-41 I. Delivered From Slavery 12:40-41 After 430 years in Egypt, God sent Moses to demand their freedom. When Pharaoh wouldn’t listen to what God had to say, the Lord sent plagues upon them..... The plague of blood, the frogs, lice, flies, the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:40-41

Denomination: Baptist

Ultimate Timing

Contributed by Sheldon Friesen on Jun 5, 2002

Leaders invest their time in what produces the greatest return.

The Ultimate Timing Leaders invest their time in what produces the greatest return. It is said that the leader of an organization gets paid the highest salary in the corporation for making only 2% of the decisions. And that very simply is his or her job description. Get your fields ready and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

James 1:19-22 Series

Contributed by Michael Larsen on Oct 20, 2020

Be doer's of the Word

Last Chapter we learned that our faith will be tested through trials that God allows in our lives to make us strong in our faith—lacking nothing in this life. James taught us that we can come to God in faith when we lack the wisdom needed as we face such things. And God promises to impart his ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is Man Created By God Or An Evolved Animal?

Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on Nov 28, 2022

Which foundation of Faith will you choose to find life? The Revelation of an omniscient God which reveals your life has eternal value and purpose or the theory of ignorant men that says you are an accident of time and chance without real purpose in life?

Genesis 1:26-27: Is Man Created by God or an Evolved animal? Which Foundation of Faith will you choose to find life? 1. The Revelation of an omniscient God: “In the Beginning God created” (Gen. 1:26-8; 2:7; Rev. 4:11). How? By Infinite Wisdom & Power. If true, we are special; life has ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Listening And Doing

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Comments 1.

Introductory Comments 1. To be a Christian may not always seem easy. But being a believer has its benefits as well. As James indicates in vs. 25 - a believer can live in freedom and the fullness of God’s blessings. 2. This evening I ask you, do you have freedom? Do you have the freedom to live as ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25, James 1:19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Mother Who Dared To Dream Again

Contributed by Ray Ellis on May 16, 2003

This sermon is taken from the life of Hannah and is designed to give encouragement and guidance to Mothers on Mother’s Day.

“A Mother Who Dared to Dream Again” -Hannah- I Samuel 1:1-28 Mother’s Day has a very special place in the hearts of the majority of people in America. Hallmark estimates that 150 million Mother’s Day cards will be sent this year (but only 95 million Father’s Day cards), making Mother’s Day the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: Free Methodist

Surprise Endings Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 11, 2007

Exposition of Acts 5:33-42 about the surprise ending to the disciples second imprisonment by the Sanhedrin

Text: Acts 5:33-42, Title: Surprise Endings, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/16/07, AM A. Opening illustration: the surprise ending of Cold Mountain or The Six Sense B. Background to passage: After Peter and John’s bold defiance of the Sanhedrin, as well as their bold witness to the Sanhedrin, they are on a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:33-42

Denomination: Baptist