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Balance Is The Key To Life

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Dec 1, 2006

As Christians, we must balance the Word of God with the promptings of the Holy Spirit. When the Holy Spirit speaks to you, just do it!

Introduction · As Christians, we must balance the Word of God with the promptings of the Holy Spirit. · When the Holy Spirit speaks to you, just do it! · In order to walk in the fullness of what God has for us, having a pure heart is very important. But just as important is balancing the Word and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Never Give Up

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 16, 2014

We can never give up when we follow Christ

Never Give Up Galatians 6:7-10 September 28, 2014 Morning Service Florence Chadwick – English Channel God will never be able to do anything through your life if you quit. Never stop trying and never try stopping. Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. The one ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Precepts For Perfecting Your Family

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Jun 9, 2003

In this lesson, we consider the Biblical roles and duties of each member of the family. Adopting and applying these precepts, our families can successfully minister to the needs of each family member and glorify God in the process.

The family, as instituted by God, has been under attack in our Society for almost two generations. Many have forsaken the Lord’s guidelines in defining the roles of family members and executing our duties within the home. The results have been disastrous. In this message, we are going to review ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Built Up In The Faith

Contributed by W. Alderman on Feb 19, 2006

When one is edified, he is letting the Word powerfully have its effect in a Spirit filled manner.

Edification or "built up" in the Faith Pastor W. Max Alderman Text: Col.3: 16-21 Introduction: To be edified or "built up" in the faith requires that a man be filled with the spirit and obedient to the Word. In reality a person cannot be filled with the spirit who ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Became Sin For You

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 12, 2011

Just how did Jesus pay for your sins? To understand this will give you a new appreciation for just how bad evil is, how good God is, and the value of what Jesus did for you on the cross and bears for you each and every day. It also makes our job descripti

A few weeks ago we talked about the masks we as Christians put on that sometimes hides our true selves from one another. But those who do not know Christ also put on masks—to hide themselves from an awful reality that they don’t want to face—that we as humans are evil at the core. We distract ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Rejoice In The Birth Of John, Because God's Words And Promise Are True

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 5, 2011

Zechariah doubted Gabriel's words, but God kept His promise to Zechariah in spite of his doubt.

December 7, 2011 Luke 1:18-20 Zechariah asked the angel, “How can I be sure of this? I am an old man and my wife is well along in years.” The angel answered, “I am Gabriel. I stand in the presence of God, and I have been sent to speak to you and to tell you this good news. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:18-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Passion Week Series

Contributed by Gary Moore on Feb 4, 2008

An outline of the events of the passion week.

PRELUDE TO THE PASSION WEEK 1. Raising Lazarus from the dead (John 11.38-44) 2. The entry into Jerusalem (Matthew 21.1-10; Luke 19.28-44) 3. The cleansing of the temple (Matthew 21.12-13) A SERIES OF ENCOUNTERS WITH THE RULING JEWS IN JERUSALEM. 1. The Chief Priests and Elders question His ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-44

Denomination: Congregational

David As A Warrior

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Dec 28, 2005

Christians are in warfare and we need to pattern our fighting after those who knew what they were doing. David was one of those men.

David as a Warrior 1st Samuel 17 When it came to being a soldier, David was a very successful warrior. He knew how to fight but most importantly how to win. By looking at the way David went into his battles, my prayer is that you too learn how to become a successful warrior, a good soldier for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Baptist

Stewardship Of The Body Are You Building Or Breaking Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on May 22, 2009

Paul is chastizing the Corinthians for thinking they are spiritually mature when in fact they are still in need of the milk or basics of God’s word. The question this should cause us to ask ourselves is are we building or breaking!

Intro: Why did Paul write this letter? He wrote it because the conduct of the Corinthians did not match their confession of Christ. Division, strife, incest it sounds like a soap opera gone bad. We have to remember many of the Christians that Paul minister came out of a corrupt and selfish ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Sweat The Small Stuff

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 16, 2016

When people are with us, we must be with them. When God is present with us, we must be present with him. When life gets complicated, simplicity is the best solution.

How many of you have ever prepared a meal for a large group of people and wished that you had at least one other person to help you? If you have, you can understand how Martha felt in the gospel reading we heard from Luke 10:38-42 earlier in this morning’s service. This story takes place ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Anglican

The Reality Of Hell Pt. 1

Contributed by James Stewart Jr. on Dec 17, 2003

This Sermon deals with Eternity for those who chose not to believe in Christ. This is a two part sermon.

Intro; This morning I want to preach on a subject that does not get a whole lot of preaching time. The Reality of Hell- Sheol or Hades The word “Sheol” means a “hollow subterranean place, “therefore “Hades” is a place of hollow emptiness and torment. It has “gates,” for Jesus said that the “Gates ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:23-24, Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Should We Vote For?

Contributed by Joel Santos on May 9, 2007

Four qualifications of the candidates that God is looking for(Philippines National Election)

Who Should We Vote For Exodus 18:21 “Furthermore, you shall select out of all the people able men who fear God, men of truth, those who hate dishonest gain; and you shall place these over them as leaders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties and of tens.” This morning I have a simple goal. I hope ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Old Testament Is Just As Inspired As New Testament. But Still Why Many Will Ignore Ot? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 22, 2019

Most Christians like in pick and choose the bible verses to follow and ignore.

The Old Testament lays the foundation for the teachings and events found in the New Testament. First, the Old Testament is of great importance to Christians because it is inspired of God (2 Tim. 3.16-17). Some Christians ignore the Old Testament and focus on the New, but only those who read the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1

Principle Of Harvest

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

When the church sows an immature, diluted, hybrid and substandard seed, DO NOT expect to reap a mature and strong church of Christ. What kind of disciples did Jesus have?

Opening Illustration: Somewhere in the world right now a farmer is dropping seeds into the ground. Soon those seeds will begin to germinate where they were planted. The carefully prepared soil that appears barren today will become a field ready for harvest. This prayer of Saint Francis of Assisi ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

That Troublesome Tongue

Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Jul 19, 2001

The things we say have weight and meaning and they have long lasting effects. This message tells us how to control our tongue.

James 3:1-12 "That Troublesome Tongue" By Pastor Mark Hiehle When I was growing up, there was a phrase that I heard that sounded good but was as false as false could be. Whenever I was teased or put down, the phrase would run through my mind as a retort, but deep down I knew it wasn’t true. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene