Sermons on Where Are We Going:

Have We Accomplished Enough

Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 23, 2007

The work of the ministry always goes on, in spite of past successes. That is why we need a practical assessment of where we are and where we are going.

Title: Have We Accomplished Enough? Text: Luke 12:16-21 Introduction Church, we have had a good year. God has allowed us to accomplish, and even surpass, all of the goals we set for the year. Attendance is up. Giving is up. Spiritual growth is evident. We have started new ministries, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

We Are The Church Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 11, 2018

In the Bible “church” is by definition either all of the disciples of Jesus Christ or a specific group of believers. In 1 Timothy chapter 5, The Apostle Paul describes the church as people dedicated to doing whatever it takes to reach out and help others

We continue in our series Hope Found Here, and this month our focus is on Hope in the Church. Many people associate the word “church” with a building. Often something old, draughty, with uncomfortable wooden pews and a smell of damp. I have spoken to people in Ashingdon and Rayleigh who did not ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Should We Spend The Tithe?

Contributed by Catharine Rhodes on Mar 10, 2023

Tithing and charity are cornerstones of our faith…but are we helping the right people?

Money and Tithing (Roughly 30 mins) Outline Challenge: we ask people to give money to the church arbitrarily Solution: consider the tithe a payment for good works Projection: if we are doing the work and reporting honestly, we will be supported. “Give money to the church”…why? What work ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32, Leviticus 27:30-34, Deuteronomy 14:28-29

Denomination: Methodist

The Place Where We Got Grace Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 22, 2020

Amazing Grace is such a powerful song that even pagans will tear up when they hear it. What is the message in this song that can speak to the hearts of people who don't understand what Jesus did?

OPEN: A very distinguished preacher and 2 of the leaders from his congregation had attended an out of town meeting that didn’t finish until late that night. As they headed home, they were hungry and decided to have something to eat before going home but the only place open was a seedy bar and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Do We Draw The Line

Contributed by Pastor Butch Woolsey on Sep 8, 2022

STANDING UP OR WHAT WE BELIEVE

Where do we Draw the Line How are we to respond as a church• WE Need to have a clear sense of our yes and our no.Let your Yes be YES and your NO be NO Matt 5:37 We Need that CLARITY—Because We are a people of FAITH, We have to know our boundaries. We need to Develop Boundaries—Ps 16:5-6 Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:37

He Meets Us Where We Are Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 11, 2006

God’s love is accessible to every person on every rung of the social ladder.

5 Ways That God Shows He Loves You Series (Part 3 of 5) He Meets Us Where We Are Luke 2:8-20 Dec. 10, 2006 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A The message of the angels to the shepherds was that there was Good News! We like good news. We ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Right Back Where We Started

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 25, 2011

We draw similarities between the peoples of Noah’s time, Lot’s time, and our time. In each step of their growth, the societies mirror one another- even until the end.

I have a photograph, taken of my paternal grandfather. It was taken around 1910, when he was 28. I put that photograph next to a photo of me that was taken in 1977, when I was 30. The poses were just about the same. Surprisingly, the only real different between the two photos is he was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-6

Denomination: *other

Where Would We Be With Out Jesus!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 5, 2007

WHERE WOULD WE BE WITH OUT JESUS! Have you ever considered where you would be with out Jesus? Have you considered what you would have with out Him in your life? This outline sermon is to help you see some of the mighty blessings you have because of Him a

WHERE WOULD WE BE WITH OUT JESUS! Have you ever considered where you would be with out Jesus? Have you considered what you would have with out Him in your life? This outline sermon is to help you see some of the mighty blessings you have because of Him and may it help you love Him more. I. We ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Where Did We Come From? Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Jun 30, 2016

one of the last century’s greatest scientific minds argues that, perhaps, aliens in spaceships first brought life to Earth, and that explains how we all got here. mmmmm??

According to Hollywood, there’s no shortage of alien life in the universe. Unfortunately, these aliens are usually presented as hostile to humanity. In fact, flicks like War of the Worlds, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, and Independence Day depict cosmic creatures that threaten ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-4, Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Shall We Find Him?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 23, 2009

A sermon for Christmas Eve Communion service.

Luke 2: 1 – 20 / Where Shall We Find Him? Intro: Sometimes I get the feeling that we are like folks who decided to throw a party to honor a very special friend. They sent out invitations, decorated the hall, & had the food catered. All the people came together at the designated time, but to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Where True Worship Sends Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 7, 2011

How are we to go forth into the world if we have truly drawn near to God in worship?

As we have looked to verse 22 to learn about the priority of worship, we have made note that true worshipers “draw near to God with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith.” One who truly worships God gathers with God’s people believing that God meets with, speaks to, and works among His people ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

Where Would We Be Without Jesus? Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 22, 2008

Jesus is our hope and the only source of salvation.

“Who is the most important person in the world?” Since 1927, Time magazine suggests the “Person of the year.” This used to be called “Man of the Year.” The following are examples of Time’s MAN of the YEAR awards: 2007 Vladimir Putin Time has included some notorious names. In 1979 the man of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:15-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go To The Graveyard!

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 14, 2002

how our journey to the graveyard with Ezekiel shows us where the power really is - in the Word!

March 17, 2002 Ezekiel 37:1-14 The hand of the LORD was upon me, and he brought me out by the Spirit of the LORD and set me in the middle of a valley; it was full of bones. 2 He led me back and forth among them, and I saw a great many bones on the floor of the valley, bones that were very dry. ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

When God Seems To Be Late

Contributed by John Gail on Aug 23, 2018

When GOD seems to be late He is right on time

WHEN GOD SEEMS TO BE LATE Text: John 11:1 - 45 Introduction: 1. Background information about this lesson: a. The main characters are Lazarus, Martha, and Mary, Luke 10:38-42 b. Martha welcomed Jesus into their home and Mary was focused on Him, sitting at His feet, listening to His ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

How Do I Know Where To Go? Series

Contributed by Larry Wise on Dec 3, 2009

A message about the Providence of God.

How Do I Know Where To Go? Psalm 23:3-5 Most of us know the story of the first Thanksgiving,at least, we know the Pilgrim version. But how many of us know the Indian viewpoint? No, I’m not talking about some revisionist, p.c. version of history. I’m talking about the amazing story of the way God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational