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Can Death Be That Bad? Series

Contributed by Marty Baker on Mar 13, 2002

This message proides a glimpse into the Afterlife through the eyes of the rich man in Luke 16. It was presented to a Seeker-Sensitive Congregation.

Can Death Be That Bad? Dr. Marty Baker / March 10, 2002 / Luke 16:19-31 Last week I began a three week series focusing on the Afterlife. We asked the question: Can we talk to the dead? We talked about the syndicated television show, Crossing Over With John Edward. As you may know, John Edward ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Church Of God

"He Is Risen"

Contributed by Matt Kyzer on Mar 20, 2002

Easter is a time to celebrate eternal life.

“He is Risen” Matt 27:57-28:7 03/20/02 Introduction: Today is a wonderful day of celebration. Easter is a great time for families to get together and enjoy each other’s company. But Easter is more importantly a day of celebration. A day to celebrate life, eternal life! Nobody enjoys thinking ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of Following Jesus

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

Jesus confronts three men with the high cost of following Him.

READ: Luke 9:57-62. Luke records for us in this passage an account of THREE (3) MEN whom Jesus met as He travelled along with His disciples. Two of these men declared that they wished to follow Jesus; to become His disciples. The other was one whom Jesus SUMMONED to follow Him. What ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62, Luke 9:51-62, Psalm 16:1-11, 1 Chronicles 4:1-20, Psalm 16:1-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

3 Things God Has Done For Us

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Apr 30, 2002

This sermon describes some of the advantages we receive because of Jesus’ work on the cross.

INTRODUCTION A. Many Christians live in ignorance of what God has done for us. B. Many are not interested in doctrinal matters but in only what they get out of a church. C. I appeal again to George Barna’s research of 1996 and 1997. 1. Many professing Christians believe that people are inherently ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Why The World Hates Christianity"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 25, 2003

"We face a secular culture that is becoming increasingly strident and militant in its anti-Christian, anti-truth, anti-God mentality and I fear the danger of facing this spirit with a lackadaisacal heart." Dr. James Merrit

"WHY THE WORLD HATES CHRISTIANITY" By. Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 15:18-27 Dayna Curry, 30, and Heather Mercer, 24, both graduates of Baylor University and members of the Antioch Community Church in Waco, Texas, were among eight westernerns arrested by the Taliban in ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-27

Unlearning The Church Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Sep 9, 2003

The church Jesus built is His body called for a special purpose in the world.

UNLEARNING THE CHURCH Matthew 16:17-19; Col 1:18,24-25; Thesis: We have adapted so many unhealthy and unbiblical views and practices we call the church, that we have almost rendered the church irrelevant and ineffective. We need to recover what Jesus expects or dreams the church will be. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:18-25, Matthew 16:17-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Forgive One Another

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 1, 2003

Jesus teaches us to forgive others on the basis of His forgiveness ... out of grace & mercy ... not because they deserve it.

“Forgive One Another” INTRODUCTION: Ephesians 4:31-32 Ephesians 4:31 - Last Sunday we looked at “bitterness” … WHY we are bitter … WHAT bitterness looks like … HOW to overcome bitterness. TODAY we will look at one of the CAUSES of BITTERNESS. If we want to AVOID bitterness, it is essential ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, Ephesians 4:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Speaks In Parables Series

Contributed by Gordon Kroeker on Oct 28, 2003

Only a few parables are found in Mark. Most of those are found in Mark 4.

Mk. 4:1-34 JESUS SPEAKS IN PARABLES A. Recently, hearing about the trial of John Allen Muhammad, has seemed to be a mysterious case to me. 1. He had not only won the chance to represent himself as his own defense and lawyer - but I read that he is out to prove to the nation that he had ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-34

Denomination: Mennonite

What Kind Of Dirt Are You? Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 8, 2006

Jesus makes it plain that our hearts determine how we respond to God’s word. What kind of heart do you have?

Read or recite Mark 4 Mark records three parables of Jesus in this chapter that all have to do with gardening. The Four Soils, the Seed and Earth Producing of Itself, and the Mustard Seed. How many gardeners are present here today? Sun, rain, seed and soil are all important components of a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Victory In Defeat

Contributed by James May on Jan 30, 2002

God’s people are destined for victory even while the whole world is destined for defeat!

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:16-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Have A "Happy" New Year

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Dec 19, 2001

Developing a biblical frame of mind for the New Year that will produce true happiness.

How to Have a “HAPPY” New Year Phil 3:10-14 10 I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the fellowship of sharing in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 11 and so, somehow, to attain to the resurrection from the dead. 12 Not that I have already obtained all this, or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Cost Of Discipleship

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Jan 9, 2002

Three reasons why following Jesus Christ is costly.

Luke 9:57-62 The Cost of Discipleship INTRODUCTION In the middle of the first century BC, Julius Caesar landed on the shores of Britain with his Roman legions. He took a bold and decisive step to ensure the success of his military campaign. He ordered his men to march to the edge of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Revelation 3__4-22 The Lukewarm Church

Contributed by Charles Scott on Aug 2, 2008

Lack of zeal for the Gospel and Christian faith is a danger for those who are possessed of wealth and feel self-sufficient. Christ calls us from the cares of the world and deceitfulness of riches to restored spiritual vision, real safety and true wealth.

Revelation 3__4-22 the Lukewarm Church "Blessed are the Lukewarm." Christians profess to follow religiously Jesus Christ. If that is so, then surely "Blessed are the Lukewarm" must have been one of his sayings for there are so many, many professing Christians who show no enthusiasm or service. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:4-22

Denomination: Anglican

The Lukewarm Church

Contributed by Charles Scott on Aug 2, 2008

The deceitfulness of riches and the feeling of self-sufficiency are threats to Christian faith and life. Jesus warns against worldliness and the lukewarm attitude of Christians in Laodicea. Christians must return to their first love of Christ to avoid

Revelation 3__4-22 the Lukewarm Church "Blessed are the Lukewarm." Jesus never said that, but from the lackadaisical attitude of many of his followers, you would think that was one of his beatitudes. That is the attitude of our Western Civilization and cultural Christians. That was the attitude ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:4-22

Denomination: Anglican

Going Away From God - Part 1

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 1, 2007

People are not walking close to God anymore.

JOHN 6:60-69 “GOING AWAY FROM GOD – PART 1” A) Christ was teaching about Himself being the “bread from heaven” in v.53-59! * In v.60, they said, “This is a hard saying, who can hear (understand) it?” * v.64 tells us that some just wouldn’t believe, and because of this unbelief, many turned back ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69

Denomination: Baptist