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  • The Scriptures Inspired

    Contributed by Ed Warfield on Mar 4, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,724 views

    Scripture is verbally inspired of God and is the revelation of God to man, the infallible, authoritative rule of faith and conduct. The world is trying it’s best to live without the Bible, unfortunately too many Christians attempt the same thing.

    The Scriptures Inspired Intro.: There are incredible stories of wealthy people who live in poverty (not wanting to spend their own money). Whereas, we, as Christians, live as paupers when we have the greatest wealth in the world, the Bible. The Bible has been a target for persecution for ...read more

  • Quench Not The Spirit

    Contributed by Kevin Burden on Mar 5, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,274 views

    There are some people whose thoughts are so continuously negative that they have themselves convinced that there’s something wrong with everyone and everything.

    Pastor Kevin Burden ~ Carter Creek Baptist Church, Greenville, KY ~ Sunday PM, March 2nd, 2008 1 Thessalonians 5:15-23 “See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men. 16Rejoice evermore. 17Pray without ceasing. 18In every ...read more

  • Prepared For The Rapture Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 10, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,739 views

    God knew that He was going to destroy the world soon and He only sought one man – Enoch. A man who lived amidst a perverse environment, sinful world but stood head and shoulders above everyone else. We are not talking about being saved but the RAPTURE.

    Opening illustration: Video clip of ’Left Behind.’ What is being ‘caught up?’ * To Seize ~ act of grasping suddenly * Rapture * Biblically it pertains to meeting the Lord in mid-air * The Rapture is a concept in Christianity relating to the return of Jesus. * Paul cites "the word of the Lord" ...read more

  • Concern For The Persecuted

    Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008
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     | 2,451 views

    Concern for the persecuted, confirmation of faith and love, committal to the Father and the Son

    A. Intro & Conclusion Shawshank Redemption- the beers • Are we desiring to live an increasingly Christ-like life? • Are we devoting our whole lives to the love of others, and the building-up of younger Christians? • Are we being picked on for being like Jesus, and how are we coping with ...read more

  • A Plea For Purity

    Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008
     | 2,618 views

    A plea for purity, a brotherly and orderly life, and the comfort of Christ’s coming.

    1 Thessalonians 4- B’gate, 16/10/97 Section 1: A Plea for Purity (vv. 1-8) 1. "Finally"- we see that, as in Paul’s other letters, the Apostle selects matters of behaviour to be the last things that ring in the Thessalonians minds. But ironically, the most ’final’ thing about these last two chapters ...read more

  • Walk In Holiness, Love And Diligence

    Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,182 views

    This involves pleasing God, specifically with our sexuality, giving and attitude towards work.

    A. Intro & Conclusion First spoke on 16 Oct 1997 @ B’gate! George Harrison- ‘My sweet Lord…’ going to see him now? • What is the point of your life? Jesus- to bring glory to His Father and save sinners • Are you running slower, as fast or faster than when you began? Jesus -learned obedience, even ...read more

  • Be Alert! Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 86 ratings
     | 24,902 views

    The Bible teaches us that we are to be alert watching for the return of Jesus

    "Be ALERT!" There are many Christians WAITING for the return of Jesus Christ -- but not that many who are WATCHING for the return of Christ! The Bible doesn’t teach us to wait for His return; we are to WATCH for His return! What then is the difference between WAITING and WATCHING? Would you ...read more

  • Be Respectful Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 68 ratings
     | 21,567 views

    The Bible teaches us that it is important for the leaders and those they lead to love and respect each other

    "Be Respectful!" TEXTS: 1 Thess. 5:12-13; Stephen Hawkins is one of the finest scientist in the world today, with a mind so brilliant that he has been compared to Einstein and others who have shaped the world with their keen intellect. Yet, with his mind in perfect working order his body is ...read more

  • Be Thoughful Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 65 ratings
     | 5,872 views

    A major responsibility of the church is to be THOUGHFUL about relationships

    “BE THOUGHFUL!” We have been talking about the Rapture of the Church and What we are to do while watching. 1. The Rapture is sure and we are to stay awake and watch for it. 2 Honoring the Leadership . God created the family. God used the same idea when creating His church ... it is to be a ...read more

  • Be Elated Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 74 ratings
     | 5,523 views

    Biblical joy is not a simple feeling but a frame of mind

    “BE ELATED!” TEXT: 1 Thess. 5:16 One of the 3 great promises of the Declaration of Independence (i.e. "Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness”) is the pursuit of happiness ... or joy. Biblical joy goes far beyond mere happiness ... in fact it is much greater than simple happiness! For ...read more

  • Be Always Prayful Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 67 ratings
     | 8,961 views

    One of the most neglected parts of being a Christian is often our prayer life

    “PRAY CONTINUALLY” 1 Thess. 5:17 Pray without ceasing. A young boy once made a point on the importance of praying with a family who had invited him to dinner. The boy at age six had been taught that it was important to give thanks to God before each meal. As the host family sat at the dinner ...read more

  • Be Thankful Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 84 ratings
     | 75,631 views

    The Bible teaches that "GRATEFULNESS" is the normal quality of a Christian’s life

    "BE THANKFUL!" One of the most important qualities we can develop as a Christian is that of "Thankfulness!" There are few characteristics that will influence our lives more than this one ... it can affect every area of our lives positively if we are careful to nurture it in our life! For the ...read more

  • Be Real Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 78 ratings
     | 11,544 views

    The final command of Paul to the Church in expectation of the rapture, it is the command to be REAL

    "BE REAL!" And now we arrive at the final command of Paul to the Church in expectation of the rapture, it is the command to be Real! Because our nature tends to slide toward unfaithfulness, as time passes. Is it ok to be faithful once, some times, most of the time; or does God really ask that ...read more

  • 01 Paul's Formula For An Overflowing Life Series

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 11, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,840 views

    The Formula for Living an Overflowing Life 1. Thank 2.Pray 3. Remember 4. Know 5. Live

    PowerPoint Available Handout Available PowerPoint Transitions + New Slide > Transition In X Transition Out ________________________________________________________ X ❶ The Search For The Formula > Steve Fossett (63) - Made millions on the stock market - He is best known for his five world ...read more

  • The Home - A Biblical Model For Leadership

    Contributed by Mark Clarke on Sep 12, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,718 views

    the home is the foundational place for the development & the practice of godly leadership & the Spirit uses the home as a Biblical model for all leaders in our text this morning.

    Review: Two weeks ago we discussed the character of a godly leader. Here are some principles: Biblically effective leaders have confidence in God (2). Biblically effective leaders have transparent lives (1,5). Biblically effective leaders are loyal to the truth (3). Biblically effective ...read more