Sermons on Week Of Weeks:

Membership Matters Series

Contributed by Art Good on Jun 19, 2017

The message today is based on a book written by Thom Rainer, titled, “I am A Church Member.” Thom is the President of Lifeway resources and spends a great deal of time researching all different kinds of churches!

Good morning. Last week Pastor Steve talked a little bit about how we all have our preferences when it comes to where we sit. Personally I sit in a different spot most weeks… And I have met lots of great neighbors. Sometimes though I wonder how YOU feel when one of the pastors sits with you. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Wesleyan

Exodus 20:8-11 Remember The Sabbath

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 22, 2024

Remember the Sabbath and keep it holy. We examine God's purposes for Sabbath rest in the life of His people.

As we discussed over the last few weeks in the Ten Commandments, the first four deal with your relationship with God, and the last six deal with your relationship with others. If you get commandment number one right—love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength—you're ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Hand In Our Risk Series

Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016

The Providence of God sometimes requires taking a risk in faith

GODS HAND IN OUR RISK Ruth Part 3 What’s the biggest risk you’ve ever taken? Do we have any risk takers here? Any bungee jumpers? Skydivers? Scuba Divers? Who’s got a motorcycle? How many of you ride without a helmet? How many of you play golf? That’s a risky sport ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Grips Of Crisis

Contributed by David Washburn on Sep 17, 2001

Coming to grips with God’s involvement and grace in times of tragedy and suffering.

An anniversary is a date marking a notable event. Birthdays and weddings mark notable events that are joyous, but all anniversaries aren’t joyous. Some anniversaries mark tragedy, suffering, and grief. My week began under that cloud because a week ago Saturday, September 8th, is one such date. It ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 64:1-10, John 11:28-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Time Has Come For Bi-Vocational Ministers And Staff

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 3, 2001

We are all ministers so we need to rethink some traditional vocational concepts.

The Time Has Come For Bi-vocational Ministers and Staff I have served in many churches over the last twenty-five years in a bi-vocational capacity. Only at the time I had not heard the terminology nor realized that it was what was needed in the churches. I had been saved and mentored under the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:7-9, Acts 20:33-34

Denomination: Baptist

From Suffering Servant To "Yes Your Majesty"

Contributed by Joshua Bowers on Jun 21, 2001

The value of this sermon is to help the audiance understand why Christ came to earth as the lowly carpenter before he could be respected as the great "King of Kings"

Standing just in view of the steps of the bus that will take him to the infamous Paris Island is an eighteen-year-old young man with his mother, father and younger brother. The Marine band is playing the Marine’s Hymn and the Marine Honor Guard is standing at attention supporting the colors of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:10

Denomination: Church Of God

Now I See Series

Contributed by Donald Hart on Apr 1, 2007

Consider the players and their thoughts on that first Palm Sunday.

Sermon by Donald R. Hart – Antioch Christian Church, Pittsburg, Missouri – April 1, 2007 (All Scripture passages are from the NIV unless otherwise noted) PALM SUNDAY MESSAGE NOW I SEE Text: John 12:12-16 INTRODUCTION One of the eye clinics in the area that specializes in cataract surgery ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joy Of Generosity Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Feb 6, 2007

Giving God’s way creates joy and peace, not guilt and fear.

THE JOY OF GENEROSITY (Based on Dr. Kregg Hood’s book: Take God At His Word) A. I Chronicles 29:12-14 (READ and COMMENT) LLUSTRATION: Arthur DeMoss, a gifted and godly BUSINESSMAN, built one of the most successful businesses of its kind in America and in the process gained a fortune of an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Perfect Worship Experience Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 6, 2006

Big Idea: I get the most out of worship when I bring together 3 distinct elements to form an exceptionally strong—or perfect—worship experience. 1. Private Preparation, 2. Divine Destination, 3. Public Proclamation

The Perfect Worship Experience The Perfect Storm: A “confluence” (bringing together) of three elements that together created an exceptionally strong storm. If any one element had been displaced in time or space the result would have been far less powerful • but because just the right things ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:6-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surprise Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Sep 22, 2006

Peter Excapes from jail and execution. Peter and the disciples are surprised, the guards are all surprised.

Surprise Acts 12:1-25 I hope that you are not tiring with our study of acts. It is a book that has all these little stories that have been put together to tell about the early days of the church. Last week we heard about Barnabas and his work @ Antioch. How he brought Saul into the picture. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Congregational

The Power Of Covenant Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Oct 9, 2006

Fifth in a series unlocking keys to experiencing prevailing prayer. This message explores covenant relationship between God and His people, through the life of Hezekiah.

(Significant inspiration, and insight for this message provided by Francis Frangipane’s booklet, "Prevailing Prayer.") We are nearing the end of our 40 Days of Prayer, and our series taking a look at some powers that can turn our prayer life into one of prevailing prayer. Last week, we took a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29:1-36

Denomination: Wesleyan

Evangelism - It's What We Do! Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 15, 2007

This sermon gives three reasons evangelism and church growth are important.

Evangelism – It’s What We Do! The Importance of Outreach The Martins move into my neighborhood every spring. They show up about the middle of March and spend the summer with me. I enjoy having them around. They make a long trip you know? They fly in from South America. Spend the summer up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

4 Expectations Of Worship Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 20, 2007

When we experience true worship, we can also expect ot receive something from God!

INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1  I get up each Sunday morning, I miss out on a mornings sleep, I miss out on going to the golf course, I miss out on being able to go fishing. I get up and go to church.  Am I being cheated, am I missing out on something by coming to church each ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Friends Forever

Contributed by Timothy Gardner on Jan 4, 2005

It’s important to bring people to Jesus

Friends Forever. Wow those are some very powerful words when you put them together you know? I mean, think about what this phrase means: being a friend forever; always there no matter what. This popular phrase can be found in letters from one best friend to another, on the split necklaces when put ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Birth Of Samuel Series

Contributed by James Jack on Jul 6, 2005

Samuel is chosen by God to lead his people

Great births of the Bible – Samuel Compare Luke 2:52 and 1 Samuel 2:26 Main point: the sovereignty of God in working out his plans of creation Covering the life of Samuel in 25 minutes is a major challenge: effectively one chapter per minute. I don’t think I could read that fast, so instead ...read more

Denomination: Anglican