Sermons on Weights That Hinder:

From Generation To Generation - Israel In The Wilderness

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 1, 2006

Israel turned an 11 day journey to the promised land into a 40 year process of meandering in circles, going nowhere. HOW TO BREAK THE CYCLE! Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

From Generation To Generation Psalm 78 Psalm 100:5 For the Lord is good; his mercy is everlasting; and his truth endureth to all generations. Psalm 145:4 One generation shall praise thy works to another, and shall declare thy mighty acts. A Biblical generation is 40 years. That sums ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-72, Psalm 78:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Treasury Of Wrath

Contributed by Ronnie Brown on Jun 9, 2006

For the hardened and haughty heart of the unrepentent sinner, God is heaping up a treasury of wrath to be poured out on the Day of Judgment.

Treasury of Wrath (Romans 2:1-11) When I say the word “treasure” or “treasury” what is the image that comes to your mind? Do you picture a newly discovered ancient seaman’s chest filled with gold coins, priceless gems, and gaudy pearls? Maybe you think of a heavily protected national bank and its ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Promises For Harvesters

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2006

Faith either moves mountains or tunnels through them. Eight encouraging promises for seed sowers.

Promises for Harvesters (Isa. 54:1-17) Faith either moves mountains or finds a way to tunnel through any challenge. The people of Israel were reeling mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually from a series of hardships. The northern kingdom of Israel suffered under the poor leadership ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord's Prayer – Part One

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 19, 2006

Prayer Is Where It Is At For The Real Child Of God

The Lord’s Prayer – Part One Sunday June 18, 2006 Matthew 6:5-13 5 “And when you pray, you shall not be like the hypocrites. For they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the corners of the streets, that they may be seen by men. Assuredly, I say to you, they have their reward. 6 “But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Evidence Demands A Verdict

Contributed by Keith Manry on Mar 29, 2007

This is part V in the series - 24. It is a first person narrative account from the perspective of the centurion at the cross. WARNING: It is graphic! The preaching idea: the evidence has been presented. What will you do with it?

“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in Him shall not perish but have everlasting life.” Ultimately, that’s what the final 24 hours in Jesus’ life are about – God’s plan to redeem us to buy us back. We’ve heard from four characters who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:26-54

Denomination: Methodist

A Glimpse Of His Glory

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 3, 2007

Message about the Transfiguration and the Father’s command to "Listen to Him!"

A Glimpse of His Glory Matthew 17:1-13 March 25, 2007 I think it’s possible that no one in here would be upset if God were to give them some sort of experience that would send shivers down their spine and change their lives forever. Maybe He’d take you to some faraway place filled with clouds ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Preaching Against Dirty Christianity Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Apr 5, 2007

Sermon 2 on Jude, which deals with those woh live in sin and claim salvation. This deals with the Christian reaction to this dirty Christianity

Jude- 2 Peter 2. The Preaching Against Dirty Christianity Jude 1-4 “My dear friends I was very eager to write you about the salvation we have in common. But I was strongly impressed to write and urge you to fight hard for the faith that was once for all entrusted to the saints (people of God).” ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Building Your Alliances Series

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 13, 2007

What are the indications of strong, healthy friendships?

Shera and I watched on Thursday evening as Christie voted out of the Amazon on Survivor. Her mistake? She refused to join a solid alliance. She had the opportunity, but she simply wouldn’t commit herself. As a result, people thought she was flip-flopping and not to be trusted, so they voted her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Being God's Church

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 21, 2007

As God’s Church we gather together to worship God as his people; to remember Jesus’ death on the cross on our behalf; to build one another up; to stir one another up to love and good works; and to encourage one another to persevere to the end.

What does it mean to be God’s Church? That is, God’s people, literally ’called out’ of the world. Why should we meet regularly with other believers in this place? What do we think we’re doing when we gather here Sunday after Sunday? Perhaps you’ve never really stopped to think about those sorts of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:11-25

Denomination: Anglican

No More Excuses Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Apr 24, 2007

Even Jesus did not meet every need that he was presented with. In the same way, neither can today’s church meet every need, BUT, we can meet some.

Introduction: I. One thing I know, when it comes to doing something good for others, there is no shortfall of opportunities. A. All around us are people in need of something. 1. People sick in the hospital, can be an opportunity to visit, and share God’s love. 2. People in nursing homes, ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Worry And Trust Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 26, 2007

Worry is the enemy of faith - and worry can do nothing for you, except give you the illusion of control and concern. Why do it? Because worry is the inevitable result of trusting in ourselves.

In What Do You Trust – Part 8 – Worry and Trust 1. Overview and Review a. Trust – what is it? Trust is placing the full weight of your care on another without reserve. b. What is the greatest evidence of trust in the Christian? (prayer) c. Why can we trust God? i. Because He is Big Enough to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-31

Denomination: Baptist

365 Days Of Possibilities Series

Contributed by Sam Peters on May 4, 2007

A contemporary sermon on the daily possiblities with God and the wonderful hope we have in Christ.

Make a Fresh Start Series 365 Days of Possibilities Tonight we continue with our Fresh Start Series by talking about 365 Days of Possibilities. Every day we have is a blessing from God. In fact the Bible says we have no assurance of tomorrow, so this is all we have – this moment, this time, so ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:4-10

No Need To Say Good Bye

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jul 1, 2007

My Last Sunday and the time to say goodbye has come.

No need to say Goodbye Acts 20:17-20:32 How do you say “goodbye” when you leave friends? Gotta go. Bye It’s been fun. Take it easy Adios Amigo After while, crocodile So long Catch you later Ariverderchi “Toodle-oo.” Goodbye and God bless you Perhaps Paul Harvey’s , good day. This morning ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-32

Denomination: Congregational

"The Psalm Of The King Of Kings"

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 16, 2007

A sermon on the second coming of Christ from Psalm 2.

Among the psalms, the second one is unique in three ways: It is the first of the Messianic Psalms. This psalm speaks of the coming Messiah, declaring His deity and sovereignty. It is the first of the Judgment Psalms. It is said that Revelation is but a fuller exposition of this psalm, which ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Part I Of The Book Of James Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jul 18, 2007

Part one of James Study this is mainly an Intro sermon for the series

James is a little letter tucked in the back of our New Testament. It isn’t discussed often; some of us have only read it when we were looking for something short! The book of James was a controversial addition to the Bible canon for the first 300 years of the church. Some felt that it should be ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-16

Denomination: Baptist