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A Summary Report Of The Church Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2017

The persecution ended when Saul, its most ardent advocate was converted and became a witness for Christ. The “church” was at peace.

March 19, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Title: A Summary Report of the Church (9:31) Scripture 31 Then the churches throughout all Judea, Galilee, and Samaria had peace and were edified. And walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Spirit, they were multiplied. Introduction ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31

Denomination: Baptist

Building The Right Foundation Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on May 24, 2025

The key having a solid family begins with the foundation. In this message we observe the importance of building the right foundation.

Building the Right Foundation Matthew 7:24-27 "Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine, and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock: (25) and the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it did not fall, for it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Focusing On The Final Destination Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Feb 1, 2001

Four ways focusing on Christ’s second coming can help us in the spiritual journey today.

Few things are more difficult than driving a long distance with small children. No matter how many activity books, games and tapes you bring, you still hear the steady drone of, "Are we there yet?" How do you respond that? The Irritated Response: "We’re closer now than the last time you ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where True Wisdom Is Found

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Aug 26, 2009

True wisdom is more than knowledge, it is the right application of knowledge, especially a reverential awe and fear of our awesome God.

WHERE TRUE WISDOM IS FOUND--Job 28:1-28 Proposition: True wisdom is more than knowledge, it is the right application of knowledge, especially a reverential awe and fear of our awesome God. Objective: My purpose is to challenge people to know and experience the true wisdom of a ...read more

Scripture: Job 28:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Mark's Gospel An Introduction Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 2, 2011

An introduction to the gospel of Mark. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Marks Gospel – An introduction Reading: Mark chapter 1 verse 1: Ill: • Sometimes newspaper editors state the obvious: • ‘If strike isn’t settled quickly it may last a while’. • ‘War dims hope for peace’ • ‘Cold wave linked to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1

Denomination: Brethren

Love Your Enemies!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 11, 2014

Love Your Enemies! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMONOUTLINE: • THREE MISTAKES THE JEWISH LEADERS MADE; • Mistake #1: They qualified God’s law. • Mistake #2: They omitted God’s law. • Mistake #3: They added to God’s law. • THREE TRUTHS THAT JESUS EMPHASISED: • Fact #1: Love is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Brethren

The Biblical Basis For Group Ministry Series

Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Mar 2, 2009

Biblical Basis For Group Ministry

THE VALUE OF COMMUNITY – PART I The Biblical Basis for Group Ministry Series Text: Acts 2:46-47 - Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, [47] praising God and enjoying the favor of all the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:46-47

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Religious People Beware Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 30, 2018

Religious People Beware (Hypocrisy) – Sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: Woe #1: For focussing on small matters while overlooking the big issues (vs 42). Woe #2: For making it all about me (vs 43). Woe #3: For deceiving others into becoming defiled (vs 44). Woe #4: For adding to others guilt without assuming any themselves (vs 45-46) Woe #5: For faking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-54

Denomination: Brethren

Unity Of The Body

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 5, 2019

1) United in God's Kingdom (Ephesians 2:19a) 2) God’s Family (Ephesians 2:19b) and 3) God's Temple (Ephesians 2:20–22).

Ephesians 2:19-22 [19] So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God [20] built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus himself being the cornerstone, [21]in whom the whole structure, being joined ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Other

The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 4: God Talks About The Timing Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 10, 2023

1. The return of our redeemer is sure (vs. 29-31). 2. The truth of God's Word is timeless (vs. 35). 3. The timing of the season should be studied (vs. 32-35). 4. Our knowledge of the day has been delayed (vs. 36-39). 5. The need to prepare is paramount (vs. 37-44).

The Second Coming of Christ Part 4: God Talks about the Timing The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 24:29-44 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared March 10, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 24, and we will study two more of the Lord's parables. You may remember that a parable is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:29-44

Denomination: Baptist

Pure Praise Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Sep 13, 2021

David gives us the who, what, where, and when of praise in Psalm 150.

Summer in the Psalms Psalm 150: Pure Praise Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 9-12-2021 Manna Media - Psalm 150 Earworm Have you ever got a song stuck in your head? There’s a name for that - it’s an “earworm.” You hear it for the first time and you immediately love it. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Tony Fox on Mar 31, 2016

What did Paul mean when he said he counted his former life with all of its accomplishments as dung for the knowledge of Christ and the power of the resurrection?

The Power of the Resurrection March 27, 2016, 10:00 a.m. (Philippians 3:7-11) Command Baptist Church But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ. Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Unity Of The Body Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 27, 2015

1) United in God’s Kingdom (Ephesians 2:19a) 2) United in God’s Family (Ephesians 2:19b) 3) United in God’s Temple (Ephesians 2:20–22)

Thousands of people each year make the dangerous sea journey from North Africa to Europe's Mediterranean coast, often aboard vessels that are poorly equipped for the trip. Many of them attempt the voyage to flee war and poverty in Africa and the Middle East. A group of passengers, consisting of 105 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Other

A Well Balanced Church

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

God’s word shows us the essential ingredients for a vibrant, healthy church.

A Well Balanced Church Acts 2:44 - 47 1. A balanced diet leads to good health A. The church is the Body of Christ B. A healthy body naturally grows C. A healthy body is not as succeptible to disease D. If any one element is too dominant the body is out of balance 2. The elements that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:44-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Will Go

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 16, 2020

Reflections in Ruth

I Will Go Ruth 1 The book of Ruth is a beautiful "interlude of love," set in... 1. The period when judges ruled Israel - Ru 1:1 2. An era marked by immorality, idolatry, and war. Ruth tells a heartwarming story of devotion and faithfulness... Ruth illustrates how Jehovah rewards ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational