Sermons on Written In Stone:

The Heart And Mind Of Leadership

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 14, 2002

This is a devotional written for my leadership board meeting on having the mind and heart of leadership

The Heart and Mind of Leadership Matthew 10:16 Leadership Team Devotional September 10, 2002 I am sending you out like sheep among wolves. Therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves. Matthew 10:16 Jesus tells us that we are to be shrewd minded and soft hearted. This seems to be a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16

Denomination: Church Of God

Preparing For An Uncertain Future

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

How to prepare for the threat of future events (written before Y2K)

“Preparing for an Uncertain Future” Intro: Let’s talk for a little about preparing for an uncertain future. Let’s look in 2 Kings 18. In this chapter, we see a godly king of Judah. His name is Hezekiah. In verse 5 we see he is a godly king. Hezekiah trusted in the LORD, the God of Israel. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:5-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being A Worship Leader

Contributed by Bob Cook on Aug 15, 2005

This is a message written to believers about what worship really is. It is not an event but a lifestyle.

Being a Worship Leader • Last week Pastor Scott spoke about giving thanks and how not to be swayed by circumstances. • A direct result of being grateful or thankful is an attitude of adoration, love, or reverence. • These are all synonyms for worship. • I am not going to tell you how to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Answers To Tough Questions

Contributed by David Hodgin on Sep 8, 2005

3 questions people ask regrading a tragedy. Written after Hurricane Katrina.

Natural catastrophes always raise certain big questions, here are 3: 1. If God is all loving and all-powerful, why does he allow such devastating events to occur? 2. Does God deliberately make them occur? 3. Does God punish people with natural ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

When The Storm Comes

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Jun 2, 2007

Written after "dodging the bullet" with Hurricane Ivan while living in Louisiana in 2004.

Living in south Louisiana you know that every year for about 5-6 months we just need to sit and watch the Atlantic and the Gulf…because it is hurricane season. We may not always get hit, but the danger is always there. And when the storm comes, we need to be ready. Jesus addressed the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Simple Life Series

Contributed by John Baker on Jan 12, 2006

Series on Christian Stewardship This is s two part story written as the capstone of the series.

Sermon Title: Living the Simple Life Place: Oakdale Wesleyan Church Date: March 6, 2005 Subject: Living the Uncomplicated Life Introduction Once upon a time their lived a wealthy prince. He was given everything his heart could desire. He was educated by the best scholars in private tutoring and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Holiness

Why We Leave A Legacy?

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 23, 2006

this message looks at why we should leave a written legacy for our family

WHY WE LEAVE A LEGACY? Malachi 4:1-6 "Surely the day is coming; it will burn like a furnace. All the arrogant and every evildoer will be stubble, and that day that is coming will set them on fire," says the LORD Almighty. "Not a root or a branch will be left to them. 2 But for you who revere my ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Lifestyles Of The Rich And Famous

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 9, 2013

Joint heirs with Christ are rich, and people whose names are written in heaven are famous!

Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous Ephesians 1:1-3 audio: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/130109pm That TV program focused on temporal things. The Bible focuses on eternity and things of lasting value. It’s a good thing we can’t choose what family we are born into, for our nature would choose a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes The Judge

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 19, 2014

How does a text written 3400 years ago apply to us today?

Here Comes the Judge Deuteronomy 19:15-21 Introduction “It isn't fair!” How many times have we heard that, and not just from children? This world is full of lawsuits. Everyone is suing everyone else over all sorts of matters, some of which are quite trivial. Several years ago, a woman ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 19:15-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

James - An Introduction Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 21, 2013

The letter that is written by James to the Jews scattered abroad is a letter that is often misunderstood and misused.

A Study of the Letter of James James 1:1 August 14, 2013 James is a book that has long been misunderstood by many believers! We have seen some great men of faith come to the conclusion that what James seems to teach is in conflict with the teachings of grace from the Apostle Paul. Martin Luther ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

One Great Nation

Contributed by Thomas Bracewell on Sep 30, 2008

Hymn written following the destruction of the World Trace Center on 9-11-01

One Great Nation (A National Hymn) Tune same as “See How Great A Flame Aspires” One Great nation shall proclaim, God’s sure love through Jesus name. This world racked by toil and strife, Faith’s example gives new life. Freedom’s torch a kindled flame, Liberty’s message doth maintain. May our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:10

Denomination: *other

Pancakes And Peanut Butter

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Dec 23, 2008

This is a very personal funeral message written for my grandmother, but could be adapted for anyone.

Grandma Geri’s Message Pancakes and Peanut Butter December 17, 2008 I have had the honor of performing many funerals. Whether I know the person who has passed away or not it is always difficult to watch a family mourn. It’s always difficult to see them in pain, wishing they could have their loved ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Goodnight, My Angel

Contributed by Sean Smuts on Dec 8, 2010

A funeral sermon written about my niece who died at 17 days.

Goodnight, My Angel Allena Michelle Perry 2-21-05 - Play "The Dance" & "When I'm Gone" Friends and family of Allena Perry let us pray: Heavenly Father, your will is sovereign. May we be able to look back at Allena and think fondly of the time that we shared together. Lord, may we not be bitter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15

Denomination: Mennonite

The Possession For Victory (2 Of 9) Series

Contributed by James O. Davis on Nov 8, 2011

The Book of Joshua was written to show us victory is possible by practicing the specific principles.

Join us at the Synergize 3! Pastors Conference on January 17–19, 2012 in Orlando, Florida, to network with key Christian leaders from every world region. Learn more at www.synergize.tv. ________________ INTRODUCTION Most Christians know they are called to a life of victory; unfortunately, many ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let Everything That Has Breath Praise The Lord

Contributed by C Vincent on Mar 22, 2010

Written for the ladies day of prayer; examining praise and the psalms around psalm 150

Ladies Day of Prayer JCC 05.03.10 Psalm 150 Each of the last 5 Psalms begins with, “Praise the Lord,” and each Psalm increases in praise and joy until we come to the last one Psalm 150 For the psalmist, “praise the Lord” was definitely not a cliché but an ecstatic expression ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God