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Maturation Of Believers Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000

For a church to be effective, there must be the ongoing maturation of believers.

Maturation of Believers Acts 11:25-26; Selected Scriptures I. Antioch (Acts 11:25-26) A. After growth came discipleship B. Discipleship is an ongoing process (1 year) C. Believers were 1st called Christians after the 1 year of teaching D. Antioch believers shared ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:25-26, Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Resurection Reflections

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jun 11, 2008

11 amazing things Jesus did. Preach your own message from this proven outline!

RESURRECTION REFLECTIONS Jesus’ Life and Mission Pastor Eric J. Hanson March 23, 2008 Mention the Kerygma (The Heart of the Matter) 333 OT prophecies/ 456 details. Not vague-very detailed Today we start with Psalm 22: the ultimate Messianic Psalm. 1. He was prophecied by many prophets over ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

3 Things Jesus Does For Me

Contributed by Daniel King, D. Min. on Jul 24, 2018

This is an evangelistic sermon designed to turn seekers into believers. This message explains three blessings of becoming a Christian.

I. Jesus saves me A.  “If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved” (Romans 10:9 NKJV). B. “Whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved” (Acts 2:21). II. Jesus keeps me. A. “I ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Kingdom Minded People

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Mar 23, 2015

We need to be kingdom minded people

Introduction: I. A Kingdom minded person understands what God’s Kingdom is. A. A Kingdom implies a King B. Entrance into the Kingdom requires a new birth (John 3:5) C. Entrance into the Kingdom requires repentance (Matthew 3:2) D. Entrance into the Kingdom requires a Calling (1 Thessalonians ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44

Denomination: Baptist

"The Danger Of Leaving The First Love"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on May 13, 2002

Loving Jesus first and foremost!

ATHE DANGER OF LEAVING THE FIRST LOVE@ Dr. Dennis Deese REVELATION 2:1-7 This church represents the church age in history between Pentecost and 100 A.D. Ephesus literally means "desirable". Ephesus was the chief city of the province of Asia. It was the metropolitan city that influenced both ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

The Fire Burns Brightest When Lit Series

Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jul 17, 2003

A look at the power of the spirit in the life of the believer.

Text: Acts 2:41-47 Sean Smuts Subject: Holy Spirit Theme: Power of the Spirit "The Flame Burns Brightest When Lit" A story is told about a pastor driving around the block many times... Pastor: "Forgive us our transgressions" Policeman: "Lead us not into temptation" The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47, Acts 19:11-20

Denomination: Mennonite

I Have A Friend Who Thinks That The Bible Is Just Another Book

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 11, 2003

If God who we know exists were to write a book - we would expect it to be unique (to be in a class all by itself) accurate (we could trust what it says) and supernatural (it would know stuff that only God could know) - I contend the bible is such a book.

I Have A Friend Who… (pt 2) Thinks The Bible Is Just Another Book Last week we began a new message series called – “I Have A Friend Who…” The theme verse is 1 Peter 3:15… “…always be ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Will Christians Go Through The Tribulation Period? (Viii) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 23, 2021

Olivet Discourse is examined as the relationship of the rapture to end-time events is analyzed. Exegetical challenges found in Matthew 24 and the parallel passages are discussed. This study focuses on Matthew 24:1-14.

We have been seeking to answer the question: Will Christians go through the tribulation period. This is the eighth message in the series. In this session we will begin an analysis of the Olivet Discourse. The Olivet Discourse is Jesus’s prophetic message recorded in Matthew 24, Mark 13, and Luke ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:27, Psalm 118:26, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Revelation 13:1-18, 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4, Acts 2:16-21, Matthew 23:1-39, Matthew 24:1-51  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Bible: Trustworthy, Tested, And True

Contributed by Alex Mcfarland on Jun 28, 2006

The Christian faith is only as certain as the Bible is trustworthy. If the Bible isn’t true, then people who call themselves Christians would have no truth to stand on—their faith would be worthless.

“I will never forget your precepts, For by them you have given me life.” (Psalm 119:93 NKJV) Unshakable faith begins with the Bible. The Christian faith is only as certain as the Bible is trustworthy. If the Bible isn’t true, then people who call themselves Christians would have no truth to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why We Use The Kjv [king James Version]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

Scholarly, tactful presentation for those who understand the importance of starting with the right Greek text in the first place...good source mat’l for you. Link inc. to audio presentation.

Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html audio at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/KJV.html The Bible / Versions / God’s Promise: A test: (count how many you remember and then I’ll tell you how old you are!) 1. Candy cigarettes 2. Wax ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

This Great Light Of Mine Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 28, 2011

A study of the letters to the 7 churches - Ephesians

Revelation 2: 1 – 7 This Great Light Of Mine 1 “To the angel of the church of Ephesus write, ‘These things says He who holds the seven stars in His right hand, who walks in the midst of the seven golden lampstands: 2 “I know your works, your labor, your patience, and that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Why Belong

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 24, 2015

Teaching the importance of church membership for those who are redeemed.

“Those who received his word were baptized, and there were added that day about three thousand souls… And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.” Charles Spurgeon spoke of his intense desire to be a member of a local church in an account provided ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Renew Nehemiah Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 21, 2021

We need to follow the example of Ezra and Nehemiah who returned to Jerusalem by the direction of the Lord to rebuild, restore, rejuvenate the Temple, the Worship of God and to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem.

Opening focus and direction for message: Do you want to change the world? Video Illustrations: Clip 1: It all starts with a prayer: Evan prays and asks God to help him change the world – why because he was given a position of power and with that comes great responsibility to make a difference! ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Should You Join A Church? Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 30, 2004

The first sermon in this series on Church Membership is designed to help believers understand the necessity of membership in a Bible-believing church. (See also "Which Church Should You Join?" by the same preacher.)

Scripture In May 1855, an eighteen-year-old boy went to the elders of a church in Boston. He had been raised in a Unitarian church, in almost total ignorance of the gospel, but when he moved to Boston to make his fortune, he began to attend a Bible-preaching church. Then, in April of 1855, his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Big Picture

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 24, 2004

The big picture is not about us, it’s about God’s purpose for our lives.

INTRO.- Christ is rightfully our life. Your life. My life. He is the Christ, the Messiah. He is God in the flesh. He is Lord. ILL.- One night a thief broke into the single-room apartment of French novelist Honore de Balzac. Trying to avoid waking Balzac, the intruder quietly picked the lock ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ