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Are These Letters Really Relevant? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013

This is the introductory message for series that looks at the letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This message provides the background and examines the relevance of these letters.

In 1955, Assistant US Postmaster General Joseph Cooper introduced the concept of certified mail or letters. A certified letter is guaranteed by the postal service to be delivered to the recipient. A form is filled out at the post office that contains the name of the sender and the person and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In Christ, I Am...committed To Us Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 17, 2018

Marriage: Submit to one another, out of reverence to Christ. Help your partner thrive, and make each other radiant.

In Christ, I Am…Committed to US—Ephesians 5:21-33 We’re going to talk about marriage today—but not just marriage. The broader context in Ephesians is how people who are in Christ live together in love. Chapter 5 begins, “Follow God’s example, as dearly loved children, and walk in the way of love, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Seeking Answers

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 17, 2013

The world is seeking answers, but they are looking in the wrong place and they are asking the wrong questions.

Seeking Answers Matthew chapter 7:7-7:12 Introduction- Please turn to Matthew 7:7-12 Usually, I set up the text before we read it, but this morning I am going to let it speak for itself. Matthew chapter 7:7-7:12 That sounds good, right? But here is a perfect example of why scripture taken ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Ghostly Gains! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 10, 2019

No campfire is complete without them. They send chills up our spines and keep us awake at night. Ghost Stories. But we don’t have to afraid of THE Ghost!

Ghost Stories Pt. 4 - Ghostly Gains I. Introduction Open with Campfire Scene - (Lights Dim) I have an announcement to make. Did you know that for the last 12 years if you have attended Passion Church you could have received a 25% discount at Walmart on any of your purchases and you could have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preserving The Union

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jan 23, 2020

Paul urged the Corinthian church to preserve their unity in Christ at all costs. We learn from him to work quickly through conflict, appreciate our differences, and know what unites us.

1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Preserving the Union If you ever find a perfect church, join it, and it will no longer be perfect! And if you ever feel bad about the state of your church or the state of the church in America today, just read the Bible book of 1 Corinthians! These folks had lots of problems, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Psalm 133:1, Romans 14:19, Romans 12:18, John 13:35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

"Thinking The Things Of God” The Ten Commandments Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 6, 2018

A review of the purpose for the Ten Commandments

In Jesus Holy Name September 23, 2018 Series: Luther’s Small Catechism Series Redeemer Text: Exodus “Thinking the Things of God” The Ten Commandments Mark Twain told the story about a man who had memorized the Ten Commandments. The ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Gratitude For The Faithful

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 10, 2019

Writing to the "elect lady," John was aware of the delicate balance needed to show grace to those who had wronged her while refusing to compromise her convictions and faith. We must love others, but we cannot compromise our faith for the favor of men.

Gratitude for the Faithful 2 John 1-4 Our text today comes from the second general epistle the apostle John wrote. Along with the gospel that bears his name, and Revelation, John also wrote 1, 2, and 3rd John. It is believed to have been written around AD 85-95, near the end of John’s life. ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Our Position In Christ

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 10, 2022

We have communion in our church service because the Lord tells us that as OFTEN AS WE DO IT WE DO IT IN REMEMBERANCE OF HIM.

Great men and women have come and gone, and our history books are filled with reminders of what they did when they were here. For example, today many are still talking about: • Winston Churchill • Napoleon • Margaret Thatcher • Lady Diana • Abraham Lincoln • And many more…. These great men ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Questions That Needs To Be Asked

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 25, 2022

Every four year we all enjoy watching our political system at work before our very eyes.

That is, the candidates for congress, senate, and for president of the United States are asked some of the most profound questions that candidates can be asked. And, almost without hesitation, the candidates would have us believe they are so brilliant they have the answers to all those perplexing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:3

Denomination: Baptist

How We Love His Salvation Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 11, 2022

Jesus tops the manna miracle with the feeding of the 5,000 and then tops that - John 6:35 “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.”

How I Love His Salvation John 6:35-59 Introduction One of the most familiar stories of the Old Testament is the provision of manna in the wilderness. God gives the food that was needed for survival for over 40 years. Amazing, but there were some problems with manna. -Physical Only: Fed body, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-59

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Your Serve Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022

Holes. Gaps. Stretched. Should this be the case? We are gifted to help. We are needed. We are the answer to an age-old problem.

Help Wanted Pt. 3 - It's Your Serve I. Introduction A recent news article states that with more than 11 million job openings and only 6 million unemployed workers, employers have struggled for more than a year to hire enough people to fill their ranks. Although employers across the economy say ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:32-34, Mark 6:35-44

Denomination: Pentecostal

05 - James 2:14-26 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 25, 2021

This is 5th of 11 Studies in the Book of James. In this study we'll be looking at the fact that faith that is not followed up with a life of love and obedience is no faith at all. Connections are made with the faith of Abraham and that of Rahab as well.

James 2:14-17 “What does it profit, my brethren, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can faith save him? 15 If a brother or sister is naked and destitute of daily food, 16 and one of you says to them, “Depart in peace, be warmed and filled,” but you do not give them the things ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26, Genesis 15:6, 2 Chronicles 20:7, Isaiah 41:8, Joshua 2:9-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Act Of War

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 15, 2023

Have a good Thanksgiving? • Turkey or ham debate? • Turkey, ham, goat debate? • Venison or bacon debate? Both please!

You don’t need to answer these questions out loud. I’m going to ask you to be honest with yourself: • Do you ever grow tired of hearing sermons about Christmas? • Do you kind of glaze when you know you are about to hear the same story you’ve heard so many times? • On the flipside, what was the most ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, Revelation 12:1-17

Chronos - 1 Corinthians 1 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 19, 2022

Christian Unity is bound in the example of humility of Christ and His followers.

This week we continue our series called Chronos. A term which means time. We have decided to study the scriptures this year in the order they were published. It gives us a very unique insight into the early church and the struggles of a growing movement. This review of history is important because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"hope And Renewal" 1 Thes 4:13-18

Contributed by John Huyser on Nov 1, 2022

How should Christians approach the death of a loved one? What are some bad assumptions Christians make around grief? How does the Gospel offer hope in the face of Death

Deadline Slide 1 Every once in awhile, the semantics for a word study intrigues me. A word peaking my interest this week was the word “deadline”. Today, we use deadline as a point in time which something must be completed. There is a deadline to mail my taxes. Or in the case, of submitting an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18