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  • United

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 23, 2011
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,867 views

    1. If there is going to be unity in the church we have to give up having to always be right. 2. Our unity is meant to be a reflection of the unity of God. 3. The purpose of unity is that the world may believe.

    In August of 1999 in Landover, Maryland, the papers reported that 100 years of Christian fellowship, unity, and community outreach ended in an act of congregational discord. Holy Creek Baptist Church was split into multiple factions. The source of the dissension was a piano bench which sits ...read more

  • Boasting Only In The Lord Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 29, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,483 views

    In today's lesson we are urged to remember our condition when God first called us, and that from the world's point of view, we have been utterly foolish to believe in Christ as the way of salvation.

    Scripture Today we continue studying The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. Christians in the church at Corinth had misunderstood the nature of wisdom with regard to salvation. From Paul’s perspective human wisdom opposes God’s ...read more

  • Symbols Of The Holy Spirit: The Anointing Oil Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 10, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 29,127 views

    Messages that try to understand the Holy Spirit by the Symbols that is used.

    Note: Idea and notes inspired by Wayne Dority's messages on the Holy Spirit. Title: Symbols of the Holy Spirit: The Oil Theme: To show the Holy Spirit in relation to the oil. Text: Introduction 2 Corinthians 1:21 Now He who establishes us with you in Christ and has anointed us is ...read more

  • The Truth About Truth

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 26, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,719 views

    It may take a crucified church to bring a crucified Christ before the eyes of the world. Christ’s cross makes foolish human wisdom. The cross insults our intelligence (too simple), ability (nothing to do), and ambition (not glory for self).

    Opening illustration: When Harvard University was founded, its motto was Veritas Christo et Ecclesiae —“Truth for Christ and the Church.” Its crest showed three books, one face down to symbolize the limitation of human knowledge. But in recent decades that book has been turned ...read more

  • The Cure For The Common Church Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 8, 2012
     | 5,038 views

    Don't try to hide the fact you have quarrels and fights. Deal with the fact that there is divisions and disagreement. Divisions distract us. Learn the principles that can be the cure for the common church.

    Intro: What is it that causes fights and quarrels or division? We see division in families, marriages, teams, governments, and of course churches? Why? Listen to what James the brother of Jesus has to say. James 4.1-3 “What causes fights and quarrels among you? Aren’t they caused ...read more

  • The Cross God's Power To Live Wisely Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 15, 2012
     | 5,749 views

    Wisdom is the God given ability to apply God's truth to our daily living in obedience. If we are truly wise we will live Godly lives

    Intro: Remember what we have learned about the Corinthians. They were arrogant and prideful. They tucked their thumbs under their suspenders and bragged about things they had no control over. Who baptized them, what their gifts were. We must always remember that as Paul said in 1 Corinthians ...read more

  • It's Within Your Reach, "Reach Out And Grab It!"

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 21, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,126 views

    Gods anointing, with what you have available to you is enough,  its always more than enough to take and propel you to victory every time!

    Its within your reach, reach out and grab it! So many times when were faced with a challenge in our lives, Whether it’s a everyday challenge, or one that feels like it might be the biggest fight of our lives. Even if we try not to, almost always it will try to overwhelm us, if we let ...read more

  • The Divided Church Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Aug 27, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,897 views

    The effect of divisions in the church and how they arise.

    Introduction Clicks, they are the bane of high schools! It seems to be the fate of teenagers to get caught up in them, either eager to get into some or eager to avoid others. But clicks are not unique to teenagers and high schools. As we are about to learn, adults are also prone to them even in ...read more

  • The Church And Baptism Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 2, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,305 views

    An explanation of the sacrament of baptism.

    Introduction At the beginning of this series, I noted that from time to time we will stop at a text and consider the particular that is brought up. Paul has raised the practice of baptism in his discussion on church unity. Baptism is not the primary issue, but we would do well to stop this ...read more

  • The Folly Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 2, 2012
     | 6,948 views

    What the cross means.

    Introduction We return to our letter this morning. Paul has been addressing the matter of divisions in the church (v. 10). It was bad enough that they were identifying themselves under the names of church leaders, but even worse was that Christ was being treated as just another leader with these ...read more

  • The Wisdom And Power Of The Cross Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 2, 2012
     | 6,626 views

    Presents the wisdom and power of Christ's atoning work.

    Introduction Some wonder how I can come up with so much to say each Sunday. That may be a nice way of saying I preach a long time. In most cases, my problem is not coming up with enough to say, but having to limit myself. More often than not, I end up cutting material out. I did that last ...read more

  • The Folly Of The Church Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 2, 2012
     | 4,364 views

    How could uses the weak of the world to demonstrate his wisdom.

    Introduction Can you remember the theme of our missions conference? It was “Ordinary People/Extraordinary God.” The apostle Paul would have liked that slogan, and, indeed, it could have been the title of this passage he wrote. Text Let’s review where we are in the letter. ...read more

  • Don’t Underestimate Self Or The Lord

    Contributed by Ralph Lassiter on Sep 16, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 22,952 views

    Don't underestimate what you can do with the Lord on your side

    Text: 1 Corinthians 1:26 – 31 Many of life’s responsibilities require that we make estimates. • A rough calculation of the amount, value, worth or power of something. We estimate how much . . . • Paint is need to paint a room or a house; Time we need to take a trip in our ...read more

  • Cross Country

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 17, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,738 views

    The cross is a constant reminder of what we have in Jesus.

    Plus Sign Little Zachary was doing very badly in math at school. His parents had tried everything…tutors, mentors, flash cards, special learning centers. In short, everything they could think of to help him with his math work and nothing was working. Finally, in a last ditch effort, they took ...read more

  • The Perception Of God’s Plan - Foolishness Of God

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 14, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,133 views

    God's plan of Redemption for man seems like foolishness to the lost man but makes sense to the believer.

    Intro: In our text there is a statement that should make us stop in our tracks. For the novice in Scripture or a skeptic, that statement could be misunderstood. In context it is clear. The Bible is not saying God is foolish, but that the most simple thought of God is greater than the greatest ...read more