Sermons on White Carpet:

The Gospel In One Word Is Love Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 1, 2007

In this section of 1 John, we are shown what love is. John gives us the negative example of Cain and the positive example of Christ.

Introduction: A. “Love, love, love, love, the Gospel in one word is love.” 1. It’s not only a catchy little song, it is the truth. 2. And that sums it up so well, doesn’t it? B. The Beatles released the hit song “All You Need Is Love” in July of 1967. 1. And even though we all know that “all you ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You Want Your Church To Grow? Series

Contributed by Greg Carr on Mar 6, 2007

Breaking the 125 barrier in attendance

A few weeks ago, some of us attended a workshop on churches breaking the 125 barrier. It was one of the best workshops any of us had ever attended. My message today is based on the thoughts and notes from that day. I have had some time to chew up what we learned and digest it and figure it out ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Chasing God

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Apr 24, 2009

Do we really desire a genuine relationship with God?

December 14th, 2008 Chasing God It seems to me that something has been lost. Do you ever feel like something is missing? You come to church sing some songs, hear some words, and you leave but do ever find that unsatisfying? I am not knocking church. Church is great. There is nothing really ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:24-27

Denomination: *other

Remedy Part 4: The Remedy For Meaninglessness Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on May 3, 2009

Why are we here? What’s the point? All of our striving and searching for meaning ultimately lead to dead ends that don’t satisfy us. God provides the remedy by transforming our lives to be like His Son.

REMEDY The Remedy for Meaninglessness “Thou hast made us for thyself, O Lord, and our hearts are restless until they find their rest in thee..” Saint Augustine, 420 A.D. Key Scripture: Romans 12:1-2 Icebreaker: "What have you done that you believe in and you are proud of?" That’s the question an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Church Of God

Un:familiar Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Dec 11, 2008

Part 3 of "Christmas UN:wrapped" Even in the midst of unfamiliar and confusing circumstances, God is at work

THE POINT: Even in the most confusing and unfamiliar ways…GOD is at work! ME Part of what makes the Christmas season so meaningful for many of us is the familiarity. We like things to be the same way every year… We are FAMILIAR with the story. We are FAMILIAR with the decorations. We are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

El-Olam "The Everlasting God" Series

Contributed by David Scudder on May 1, 2011

No doubt, it had been a difficult 25 years, but now the new parents were enjoying their new baby son.Remember though, that God had also promised Abraham that his descendents (through Isaac) would inherit the country they were living in to be their very ow

Purpose: To focus on the eternal nature of God. Aim: I want the listener to marvel at God's greatness because He is eternal. INTRODUCTION: Abraham received two amazing promises from God: he would have a son in his old age and his descendents would inherit a land that would belong to them forever. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:22-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Transformation Of A Righteous Man Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on May 30, 2016

Paul/Saul was a righteous man, but not until he encountered Jesus on the road to Damascus was his life forever changed. This message deals with Paul's transforming encounter with Jesus Christ.

Perhaps the greatest transformation story in the Bible, perhaps the greatest transformation story in all Christian history is the transformation of a man named Saul into the Apostle named Paul. Perhaps there is no more well-known story of transformation in the Bible than this one. A commentator in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Methodist

God Is Unselfish Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 20, 2017

William Gladstone said, "Selfishness is the greatest curse of the human race." Think about it; if everyone just looked out for #1 then no one would be satisfied; including #1. I can gain a lot by being selfish...except what's truly important.

GOD IS UNSELFISH William Gladstone said, "Selfishness is the greatest curse of the human race." If you think about that there's much truth in it. If everyone just looked out for #1 then no one would be satisfied; including #1. There's a lot to be gained by being selfish except what matters most. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, Matthew 20:17-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stirred To Work

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018

This message looks at the account of Moses and the construction of the tabernacle when God stirred the hearts and equipped the people to work.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Stirred to Work” Introduction The Bible records many building projects inspired by the Lord. Since the beginning of matter and space and time in the universe, God has blended the physical world with the immaterial spiritual world. Adam enjoyed perfect ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

No Parts Left Over

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 20, 2018

A study in the book of Exodus 40: 1 – 38

Exodus 40: 1 – 38 No parts left over 40 Then the LORD spoke to Moses, saying: 2 “On the first day of the first month you shall set up the tabernacle of the tent of meeting. 3 You shall put in it the ark of the Testimony, and partition off the ark with the veil. 4 You shall bring in the table and ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Rahab Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on May 8, 2018

The story of Rahab and how she asked for help in return for helping.

Rahab Joshua 2 1. A bright future means that we must deal with our past. v.1 2 Peter 3:7; Matthew 3:12; Hebrews 11:31; Colossians 2:13-14; Matthew 11:28-30 2. A bright future means that we grab hold of our responsibilities. v.6 ? Proverbs 31: 13, 15 3. A bright future means ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

One Mother's Prayers

Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 14, 2018

Mother's Day Message how one mother's prayers (Hannah) changed the course of a nation.

1 Samuel 1:8–18 (NKJV) 8 Then Elkanah her husband said to her, “Hannah, why do you weep? Why do you not eat? And why is your heart grieved? Am I not better to you than ten sons?” 9 So Hannah arose after they had finished eating and drinking in Shiloh. Now Eli the priest was sitting on ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How Can One Man Pay For Another's Sins? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

We are devoting ourselves to a study of one of the powerful chapters in the Bible, Isaiah 53. It has been called the Bible in miniature. Many believe this is the best single chapter in the whole Bible to explain what happened on the cross.

This series is a tool to help shape your heart in preparation for Easter. Here are three brief reasons why you should rehearse the narrative of our Lord’s grief carefully: 1) Seeing Jesus’ Sorrow Lightens My Pain One cannot think long about Jesus’ agony without tears. I have personally have had ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Make A Choice Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 4, 2021

Christianity is about making a choice. Do I choose to do things God's way, or mine? Do I choose to follow His wishes, or the wishes of others who disagree with Him? The Bible repeatedly tells us: "Make a choice."

There is the story of the “good old boy” who came down out of the mountains one day. He was all dressed up and carrying his Bible. A friend saw him and asked, “Elias, what’s going on? Where are you going all dressed up like that?” Elias said, “I’ve been hearing about New Orleans. I hear that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Serve A Savior

Contributed by David Nolte on Feb 25, 2021

We all serve someone or some thing.

We are all servants of something or someone. We are either enslaved to the sin we have committed or we are servants of Jesus to Whom we are committed. Serving either one is a personal choice. No one can force your service to either master. No one can prevent your service. But whom will you ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ