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Must Caesar Always Be Obeyed? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 30, 2011

What are the limits of obedience owed to the state when state and church are in conflict?

“Whoever resists the authorities resists what God has appointed, and those who resist will incur judgement.” The Book of Judges concludes on a gloomy note. The last verse of the book reads, “In those days there was no king in Israel.” Then, this dark assessment is appended “Everyone did what ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:2

Denomination: Baptist

Know If Your Drifting - If So - Return To Your First Love! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 13, 2011

The church is being called on by the Holy Spirit to return to its first love! That first love is the Lord Jesus and it requires a change of direction on our part as Christians need to return to Him. Put Him in 1st place in their busy lives.

Series: What is the Spirit saying to the church today? The expression, "what the Spirit says to the churches" occurs in each of the seven letters to the particular churches in the book of Revelation. In these letters, Christ reminds these churches that he sees what is going on in their churches. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Calling Out Sneaky Behavior

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 18, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Kings 5: 1 – 27

2 Kings 5: 1 – 27 Calling Out Sneaky Behavior 5 Now Naaman, commander of the army of the king of Syria, was a great and honorable man in the eyes of his master, because by him the LORD had given victory to Syria. He was also a mighty man of valor, but a leper. 2 And the Syrians had gone out on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Battle Cry Of Love Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 6, 2018

In Revelation 2:1-7 Christ sees not only our works but our heart. As believers He calls us back to our first love in a Battle Cry of Love. Christ clarifies His expectation for the church.

Today is Super Bowl Sunday, and it’s obvious that a lot of people really love this day. Some love the pure competition of football. Others, are Patriots or Eagles fans. Some paid out as much as $10 000US for a ticket. Some love to tailgate party, others are looking forward to eating their body ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Other

Teaching On The Book Of Romans

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 24, 2002

Exposition of the book of Romans

1 BACKGROUND INFORMATION I. Origin of the Church at Rome A. Neither Paul, Peter nor any other apostolic figure started it (despite what tradition says) B. It appears from Scripture that Peter was in Jerusalem at the time of the Jerusalem Council (Acts 15; 49 or 50 AD) 1. Up until that point Peter ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Honoring Our Spiritual Leaders Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Dec 10, 2001

Four ways to honor our spiritual leaders.

When I was writing my dissertation last year and earlier this year I had to read over 100 different books and articles about leadership. One of the authors I encountered again and again was Dr. Warren Bennis, who teaches at leadership USC. One of the more interesting books by Dr. Bennis is called ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-25, 1 Timothy 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis Controversies And Contradictions Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 26, 2000

The purpose of this study is to strengthen your faith by understanding these Genesis passages that are often accused of being contradictory.

Genesis Controversies and Contradictions Before we depart from the origin stories in Genesis, I believe it is necessary to address common questions and misunderstandings of this portion of the Bible. The book of Genesis is the most attacked book in the Old Testament if not the most attacked book ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7-20

Denomination: Baptist

When Can I Have God's Power? Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Mar 13, 2007

Receiving God’s Power at Christmas

Sermon Series: Christmas Promises for YOU Today’s Message: When Can I Have God’s Power? Text: Isaiah 9:6; Luke 24:49; Psalm 6:34-35; Jeremiah 32:17, 27; Luke 18:27; Isaiah 40:30-31; 2 Corinthians 12:8-9 NIV Dr. Ken Squires, Jr. (Squireskd@integrity.com) December 17, 2006 Edited by Dale ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Open The Door Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 23, 2010

The message to the church in Laodicea shows us that in order to get what we really need in life, we must let Jesus in to our lives.

In his book, The Second Coming of the Church, Christian researcher and pollster, George Barna, documents his findings about the differences in behaviors between those who identify themselves as born again Christians and non-Christians here in the United States. Among the results of his surveys are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Being Heavenly Minded So We Can Be Of Earthly Good Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 23, 2010

John’s vision of the throne in chapters 4 and 5 is the model for our worship of God.

Most of us have probably heard it said that “those who are heavenly minded are of no earthly good.” But chapter 4 of Revelation shows us that just the opposite is true. Since we heard the entire passage read out loud just a moment ago, I’m not going to read the entire chapter ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

#30 The Problem Is The Heart Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 12, 2020

The Pharisees and scribes were all wrapped up in rules and externals.

#30 The Problem Is the Heart Series: Mark Chuck Sligh October 13, 2020 The Pharisees and scribes were all wrapped up in rules and externals. In Mark 7:1-23, Jesus taught that what pleases Him most is worship from the HEART. NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Stressed Out Or Prayed Up? Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 19, 2020

Stress and Anxiety have increased due to COVID-19 and the contentious political divide. Message processes influence of stress and offers biblical solutions.

Today I want to address a PROBLEM we all face: stress and anxiety.i This year, 2020 has been a stressful year. The pandemic has affected the whole world. Economic pressures have increased for families and businesses. Social distancing and isolation have interfered with normal human interaction. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26, Matthew 11:28, Isaiah 12:3, Matthew 7:7-8, Matthew 6:25-34, 2 Peter 1:3, Jeremiah 2:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Dear Chosen Lady...walk This Way! Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Feb 13, 2011

3rd message in the series Letters from John. John is urging us to walk in TRUTH, LOVE and OBEDIENCE.

TEXT: 2nd John 1-13 TITLE: Dear Chosen Lady…”Walk THIS Way” SERIES: Letters from John TOPIC: Walking in truth OCCASION: Hessville Christian Church, November 28, 2010 PROP.: John’s main purpose for writing this letter is to make sure we walk: In Truth, In Love and In ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bringing It Into Focus

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Feb 28, 2011

The stories around John 3:10-21 show the purposes of the church with evangelism in the center.

When I was a freshman in High School I was a sprinter and a hurdler, but at the end of that year they discovered that for a sprinter I was, slow. So they moved me to the 400 as a sophomore and at the end of the year the coaches realized I was still, slow. But my junior year they moved me to the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:10-21

Denomination: Baptist

"Identity Crisis: Who Is This Man Of God?" Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jun 8, 2013

This is a sermon that deals with the role of Elders as the Spiritual leaders of the Church.

Identity Crisis: Who is this Man of God? (Elder, Overseer, Shepherd, Pastor, Bishop, Steward?) 1Timothy 3:1-7; 5:17-22; 1 Timothy 5:17-22 Dorn Ridge June 09 and June 16, 2013 [Because of the length of this message, I divided it up preaching it over two ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, 1 Timothy 5:17-22, 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ