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Pilgrims Path 1 Humility Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jan 3, 2009

Humility is not debasing ones self; it is the elevation of Christ as King in our lives.

“The Pilgrim’s Path” Part-1, Mathew 5:1-12 Humility Introduction As a teenager I spent two years living in Butte, Montana. Butte is nestled high in the Rocky Mountains in a small valley which rests directly in the shadow of the great continental divide; a massive mountain range which stretches ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

Arise My Love

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Jan 16, 2009

The Greatest Story Ever Told

04/08/07 Arise My Love...Easter Message Mark 15:25 And it was the third hour, and they crucified him. Mark 15:26 And the superscription of his accusation was written over, THE KING OF THE JEWS. Mark 15:27 And with him they crucify two thieves; the one on his right hand, and the other on his ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Diving For Pearls

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Jul 25, 2011

Understanding what it means for us when Jesus compares the kingdom of heaven to fine pearls

INTRO What lady doesn’t like pearls? I know mine does. A number of years ago, when Hallie was just a little tike, a Chinese man we knew gave Danielle a string of pearls as a gift. Okay — not what you’re thinking. We were considering bringing this man into our (former) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:45-46

Denomination: Lutheran

How Jesus Reached People Series

Contributed by Joel Preston on Mar 22, 2012

In our text, some of the people followed Him with wrong motives & some whose motives were pure. Either way, Jesus loved them & ministered to their needs.

The Gospel of Mark #8 – “How Jesus Reached People” Mark 3:7-19 Intro – 1. Do you like to shave? I hate it! If it weren’t for my wife, I’d never shave! SLIDE – Big beard! 2. ILL – In the 1950s, marketing whiz Stanley Arnold was working at Young & ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Significance Of The Resurrection

Contributed by David C. Seabolt on Apr 7, 2012

This sermon gives three things taht are significant about the Resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. It shows that in order to live, you must first die, death is not the end and what happens after death matters.

Significance of the Resurrection Mark 16:1-16 Today is the day that we celebrate an event that happened over 2000 years ago. Friday evening started the Israelites Passover. Passover was a reminder to the nation of Israel of their great deliverance from the bondage of Egypt. God worked a miracle in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Is Seeking Forgiveness Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 3, 2011

We may say that we forgive, but when the next irritation arises we are quick to dredge up the past problems. We like to "bury the hatchet" with the handle sticking out. That way we can easily pick it up again and use it to our advantage.

Matthew 6:12, 14-15 Purpose: To highlight the importance of forgiveness. Aim: I want the listener to value their forgiveness and practice it. INTRODUCTION: There is a lot of confusion about forgiveness. Here is an example. Old Joe was dying. For years he had been at odds with Bill, who used to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Studies In Revelation Chapter 1 Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 12, 2011

This is a study of chapter 1 in the book of Revelation. This is a controversial subject but takes a conservative approach to understanding the book.

Note: I used many sources to study this book, one of my favorites is Revelation: God’s Word for the Biblically-Inept by Daymond Duck and some out of different study bibles. Title: Revelation 1 Theme: Introduction and theme of the book Chapter(s) 1: 'The things which thou hast seen 2-3: ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

Denomination: Church Of God

That's Your Lord!

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Jun 8, 2011

Jesus is introduced for his glory, power, majesty, and as head over the church his body. The point is that we get to know him better and glorify and praise his name.

Do you know anyone famous? Maybe relatives or ancestors who did something incredible? Once I worked part time at a luxury condo in Minneapolis as a security guard letting residents in and out of the complex. One late night a man entered whom I didn’t recognize. As he began walking past me at ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:16-23

Denomination: Lutheran

The Unveiling Of The Kingdom Of God In The Beatitudes (1) Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 5, 2013

The Beatitudes proclaimed on the Jesus' famous "Sermon on the Mount" are often misunderstood. This message examines the first four "happy sayings" as well as the explosion of miracles which preceded this meg- meeting on the mount.

The Unveiling of the Kingdom of God in the Beatitudes (1) Matthew 4:23- 5:1-6 Matthew 4:23 “Jesus was going throughout all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every kind of disease and every kind of sickness among the people. 24 The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sixteen Signs Of A Believer Part 2 Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 8, 2010

In Sermon 6 of the series, we continue looking at the 16 signs of a true believer as revealed in 1 John. In this sermon we ask, Have I experienced forgiveness?, am I keeping God’s commandments?, and am I doing God’s will?

Series: Things That Accompany Salvation Hebrews 6:9 But, beloved, we are persuaded better things of you, and things that accompany salvation, though we thus speak. REVIEW: Message #1: An Argument in Eternity. Mt. 7:21-23 Many who say “Lord, Lord ...” Message #2: The Cost of Freedom in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

Sheep And Wolves...snakes And Doves...sparrows Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Mar 30, 2011

This message from Matthew 10 deals with Jesus sending out his men to preach and perform miracles. Jesus shared his power and mission with his men. The message focuses on five animal analogies Jesus used in instructing his men for ministry.

Sheep & Wolves …Snakes & Doves … Sparrows Matthew 10:1 CHCC: February 6, 2011 INTRODUCTION: In this series on the Power of Jesus, we’ve seen some amazing miracles that prove His power over disease, demons, and even over the forces of nature. This week, we’ll see ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Rich Man And Lazarus

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 4, 2013

A deep exploration into Luke 16:14-30 with emphases on understanding the parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus in context.

In these tough economic times, panhandling is a common scene. Visit any sizable city and it seems there is someone on every corner asking for money. No doubt, a few desperately need help; nevertheless the majority of panhandlers are taking advantage of the generosity of others. It is enough to make ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:14-30

Denomination: *other

Overcoming Prejudice Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Sep 22, 2009

Prejudice causes us to treat people as inferior and is inappropriate in the life of a Christian, so how can we as Christians avoid prejudice in our lives?

8. The Book of Acts July 12th, 2009 Overcoming Prejudice A few years ago I had the opportunity to travel to Italy on a Mission trip to work with some local missionaries and help them get their church developed. It was a great trip we got to go to Rome which I was really excited about. On our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:9-36

Denomination: *other

"The Problem With Churches"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 20, 2009

Some ideas of how the church SHOULD be.

“The Problem with Churches” October 20, 2009 “I, John, your brother and companion in the suffering and kingdom and patient endurance that are ours in Jesus, was on the island of Patmos because of the word of God and the testimony of Jesus. On the Lord’s Day I was in the Spirit, and I heard behind ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

Denomination: Holiness

How Do I Know Where To Go? Series

Contributed by Larry Wise on Dec 3, 2009

A message about the Providence of God.

How Do I Know Where To Go? Psalm 23:3-5 Most of us know the story of the first Thanksgiving,at least, we know the Pilgrim version. But how many of us know the Indian viewpoint? No, I’m not talking about some revisionist, p.c. version of history. I’m talking about the amazing story of the way God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational