Sermons on World Vision:

Never Too Late With Jesus Series

Contributed by Vincent Oliver on May 7, 2007

The miracle of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead is the enacted Word of God which most clearly reveals God to man through the Savior.

“Never Too Late With Jesus” Pastor V. P. Oliver John 11: 21-23 (1-44) “Then said Martha unto Jesus, Lord, if Thou hadst been here, my brother had not died. But I know, that even now, whatsoever Thou wilt ask of God, God will give it Thee. Jesus saith unto her, Thy brother shall rise again.” This ...read more

Scripture: John 11:21-23, Joel 2:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

A New Year's Feast

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 8, 2007

Leading into communion, with a large amount of OT Festival background, all around the question "how is your relationship with God?"

A New Year’s Feast Jan 4/5, 2003 Intro: New year’s resolutions… There was a couple who were sitting with a marriage counselor for their first session and the good doctor asked them to identify what seemed to be the root of their problems. The wife responded, "It all started when we thought it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:28

Denomination: Baptist

God This Is The Way I Want It Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 10, 2007

We often have preconceived ideas as to how God is going to do something for us. We have certain ways we want to see it happen, but God may have a different idea.

May, 2007 "God, This is the Way I Want It" II Kings 5:8-15 "But Naaman was wroth, and went away and said, Behold, I thought he will surely come out to me, and stand, and call on the name of the Lord his God, and strike his hand over the place, and recover the leper." II Kings ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:8-15

Denomination: Methodist

Praise The Lord For Your Healing Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 10, 2007

Why praise is important to our healing.

May 10, 2007 "Praise the Lord for your Healing" Psalm 33:1-22 "Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous: for praise is comely (fitting) for the upright." Psalm 33:1 INTRODUCTION: The part that praise plays in receiving ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-22

Denomination: Methodist

There Is A Solution

Contributed by Charles Forshee on May 14, 2007

It doesn’t matter What you are up against.....or what’s gone wrong in your life.... You need to know that there is a Solution to Every Problem you face in life.... You just have to know where to look..... John 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way

It doesn’t matter What you are up against.....or what’s gone wrong in your life.... You need to know that there is a Solution to Every Problem you face in life.... You just have to know where to look..... John 14:6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-15

Denomination: *other

Generosity - Loving People With Our Resources Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on May 14, 2007

Generosity is a key factor in a life that God blesses. It goes much deeper than our money!

For three weeks, I have been speaking to you about God’s desire to bless your life! When I read the Bible about the experiences of people who lived close to God and with humble, obedient hearts, I find their lives to be deeply satisfying and lived with purpose. I’ve called this series, “Preparing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Just One Little Problem

Contributed by Matthew Morine on May 15, 2007

Hezekiah is a great king, with great talents and abilities, but he has one weakness--pride. Pride is not totally bad, is it? Look at Hezekiah, he was successful. So what is the danger in pride?

JUST ONE LITTLE PROBLEM TEXT: 2 KINGS 18-20 THEME: THE RISE AND FALL OF PRIDE IN LIFE. Mike Duncan was the coach of Corey Brewer of Portland, TN. You might know Corey Brewer. He won two national championships with the Florida Gators in the last two years. It is predicted that Corey will ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Turning Towards  Life Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

Are you alive? It is a trade-off: In Jesus, God makes us an offer: “give Me everything you have, and I’ll give you everything I have.”

Turning Towards  Life Easter Sunday April 16, 2006 Intro: This resurrection Sunday morning is all about life. About new life, resurrected life, about abundant life. It is not about fixing up the old, making a few repairs, tweaking things here and there so that we can get by, so that we ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

Barnabas Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

Barnabas chooses to take a risk, to investigate a person, and to put even the potential of a relationship of love ahead of every other consideration - even his own safety.

Barnabas pt 2: Stories of God’s People May 28, 2006 Intro: Last week I shared the first part of the story of Barnabas, one of the early Christians and leaders of the church. We talked about how he was a man of generosity – selling an entire field and giving the money to the work of the Kingdom ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Tools Of The Trade

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

what tools Jesus gives to share the gospel message

Tools Of The Trade Luke 10:1-24 Aug 20, 2006 Intro: As men and tools go, I am extremely lucky. You see, I have a wife who is a scientist and thus works with tools in her job – she uses Bunsen burners, centrifuges, microscopes, and pipettes. A pipette is the scientific equivalent of a turkey ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-24, Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

A Kingdom Of Peace Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

what it means to live at peace with one another – interpersonal peace. Living in the Kingdom of God now means living side by side with other people, and God’s Word has a lot to say about how we must live with one another.

A Kingdom Of Peace: Rom 14:1-19 Advent #2 Dec 10, 2006 Intro: Ten Commandments for Christmas: I. You shall not leave "Christ" out of Christmas. II. You shall not value your gifts by the cost, for many shall signify love that is more blessed and beautiful than sliver and gold. III. You shall ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage: Discord Or Harmony

Contributed by Ray Ellis on May 21, 2007

In music the discords set your teeth on edge and make you unable to enjoy the music. An orchestra in harmony is pleasing to listen to and inspiring. Marriages in discord are merely surviving and not thriving.

Marriage: Discord or Harmony Genesis 2:18-25 “God said, it is not good for man to be alone. I will make a companion who will help him.” (18) God brought all the animals of creation before Adam, but no companion could be found among them. “So the Lord God caused Adam to fall into a deep sleep. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Free Methodist

Memorial Day 2007

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 24, 2007

Memorial Day weekend should be about remembering people. 1- Look back and remember 2- Look out and love 3- Look up and honor

INTRO. – American Idol….love it or hate it. It’s over anyway and Jordin Sparks is the latest or newest American Idol. As much as Elaine and I enjoy watching American Idol it’s still a show about ME, ME, ME. It’s about one person trying to be the winner who takes all, so to speak. Of course, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Prophecy Of Damascus And The Rapture Of The Church Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 3, 2007

Last in a series on Bible prophecy. Deals with the prophecy of Damascus and the resurrections.

For the last six weeks we’ve been taking a close look at Biblical prophecy and how current events appear to be fulfilling some of the prophecies given in the Old Testament over 2,000 years ago. We started out with the rapture of the church, the snatching away of believers before the judgments of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Fitness Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 3, 2007

Paul coaches Timothy on the kind of workout that can make him Spiritually Fit.

I Timothy #4 (Ronnie preached #3) CHCC: May 6, 2007 Spiritual Fitness I Timothy 4:1-16 INTRODUCTION: For the last few weeks we’ve been studying a letter the Apostle Paul wrote to a young minister named Timothy. The church at ECC (Ephesus Christian Church) had their share of troubles, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ