Sermons on Wrong Turns:

The Sorrowful Prophet Series

Contributed by Gary Wagoner on Jul 26, 2004

Samuel was called by God to go anoint David despite his feelings of failure and his fear

1 Samuel 16:1-13 The Life of David Part One: The Broken Prophet Thesis: Samuels obedience Introduction: David, King of all Israel. What most people know about David is that he was a young boy who killed a giant, became a king and committed ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

An Active God Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 28, 2004

God is very active in the moment to moment lives of those Who know Him in ways in which we are rarely conscious.

An Active God (Romans 8:26-28) 1. God’s providence and planet earth. Our Earth, for instance, is perfectly designed for life. It’s the "just right" size for the atmosphere we need. Its size and corresponding gravity hold a thin, but not too thin, layer of gases to protect us and allow us to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Life Of Calling And Completion

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 30, 2004

Fulfillment in life can be found through focus on Christ and defining His calling for your life.

Introduction: The elusive experience of completion Throughout my teenage years I had a Golden Retriever dog named Genny… tennis ball was her life focus… and when she retrieved it… retuned… proud… wagging… her calling was complete. Birthday party for her.. a friend brought an entire box of tennis ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus - The Ultimate Hero Series

Contributed by Mark Green on Aug 3, 2004

The unique character of Christ and His unmatched work qualify Him as the ultimate hero.

Good morning. Today we are continuing our series looking at different heroes. When you first heard the term “hero” what came to your mind? Perhaps you thought of a sports hero like Lance Armstrong or Tiger Woods. Or maybe an action hero like Mel Gibson. Some of us possibly thought of a military ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Fruit And The Fig Tree Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Aug 6, 2004

What is Jesus looking for when He goes to the fig tree? Fruit! That’s what He’s looking for in our lives.

The cursing of the fig tree. Mark 11:11- 26. WBC 8/07/04am A stressed-out woman on a busy boulevard is tailgating an honest man. Suddenly, the light turns yellow, just in front of him. He does the honest thing, and stops at the crosswalk, even though he could have beaten the red light by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:11-26

Denomination: Baptist

Four Words You Do Not Want To Hear God Say

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 10, 2004

It takes more than the right password to enter God’s Kingdom.

Four Words You Never Want To Hear God Say Matt. 7.21-23 August 1, 2004 Chester FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: One week prior to this sermon, during the children’s sermon, plant a pea seed in one clear glass and a round pebble that looks like a pea ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

What Every Christian Needs To Do: Study His Word

Contributed by Alan Balatbat on Apr 27, 2004

Let me ask a few questions tonight: ľ Are you dissatisfied with the rate of your spiritual growth? ľ Have you become spiritually stagnant In order to make progress in our walk with God, sometimes we need to get back to the basics of what a Chris

This morning I have $1440 in my pocket. It¡¦s pretty rare day that I have less than $1000 in my pocket. What if I took this money and give it to someone in this room. Let¡¦s say I give it to you, not only will I give this to you, but I will give it to you everyday for the rest of your life. But ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11, Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Heals The Man With The Withered Hand Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 6, 2004

Ninth in a series on the Miracles of Jesus.

The Miracles of Jesus Miracle # 9 “Jesus Heals the Man With The Withered Hand” (Matt 12:9-14, Mk. 3:1-6, Lk. 6:6-11) Jesus has just healed the man at the pool of Bethesda on the Sabbath. Now as He and his disciples pass through a field, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Words Of Wisdom From A Broken Record

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on May 8, 2004

Between what is important, and unimportant, who can understand?

After Wilbur and Orville Wright’s successful flight on December 17, 1903, they joyfully sent a telegram to their sister in Dayton, Ohio. The message read: "First sustained flight, 59 seconds. Home for Christmas." The sister, also elated, ran all the way to the newspaper office with the telegram. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mamma Told Me Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 10, 2004

What role does a mother play in shaping the character and future of her children?

OPEN: Steve Pollard said his mother was very influential in his life… he said: My mother taught me RELIGION: "You better pray that will come of the carpet." My mother taught me LOGIC: "Because I said so, that’s why." My mother taught me CONTORTIONISM: "Will you look at the dirt on the back of your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christians In Denial Series

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on May 12, 2004

How to live a pure life and overcome denial

CHRISTIANS IN DENIAL INTRODUCTION There is a bumper sticker that reads, “Everyone seems normal until you get to know them.” The truth is that all of us have abnormalities that the Bible calls sin. We are all predisposed because of our sin nature to one sin or one problem that disrupts our ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7

Denomination: Baptist

How To Get Along Series

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on May 18, 2004

This sermon shares the secrets to getting along in the family.

The Secrets for Getting Along Ephesians 5:21 Last week we looked at What Women Wished Men Knew about Women. Today we turn our attention to the Secrets for Getting Along in the family. As Debbie pointed out, “The Family is the smallest unit of society, yet it plays a vital role in shaping the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Methodist

Becoming Godly Father's

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 18, 2004

We will look at words of wisdom from God’s word today in our process of remaking ourselves daily into the image of Jesus Christ and what manner of Father HE wishes us to be.

Becoming Godly Father’s A. Leading Your Family B. Follow God in all your ways C. Learn to Love like God DBF Father’s Day Sermon, 6/15/03 I have already told most of you of my testimony. I did not come from a Godly home, nor did I have a Godly Father. It really wasn’t his fault, because he had ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-24

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrating And Embracing God's Plan

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 25, 2004

God’s plan for us is good, is future oriented, and gives us hope.

Pastor Kevin Shelton tells the story of an elderly woman, who resided next to an affirmed atheist, in an older suburb. This woman, he notes, received a meager social security survivor’s benefit. Although, her finances only afforded her not even the most basic meal plans, daily she would open her ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Church Of God

The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 6, 2004

The second message in a series on the "I am" discourses found in the Book of John

The Great I Am – The Light of the World May 2, 2004 John 8:1-12 Sunday AM Intro: A few weeks ago, we began a study on the self descriptions of Jesus found in John better known as the “I am” discourses – 7 identifying statements made by the Messiah to help us to understand He wasn’t just any man, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-12

Denomination: Baptist