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Creativity

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001

How we are made in the image of our Creator to be innovative

Unit 2 – Creativity Lesson 3 Definition of creativity – Using the abilities and gifts God has given us to do His work Key Verse – I Cor. 9:22b – I have become all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some. For the Teacher’s Preparation 1. The Aim: To help the people learn ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Handle Complainers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Paul’s prudence evidenced the Spirit’s leading not only in his content but also in his approach to people

How to Handle Complainers Illustration:Don’t complain and talk about all your problems--80 percent of people don’t care; the other 20 percent will think you deserve them. Mark Twain. Illustration: A heavy wagon was being dragged along a country lane by a team of oxen. The axles groaned and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Answer To Self-Esteem Series

Contributed by Travis Smalley on Nov 21, 2000

We must have a healthy love for ourself if we are going to live a full and productive life.

Discovering the Power of Love (The Answer to Self-Esteem) How Do I Love Myself Introduction: In the Pan American games diver Greg Lougnis was asked "How do you cope with stress?" He said "When I get up on the platform the second before I dive I say to myself ‘Even if I blow this dive my mother ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

Overcome Complaining Tendencies

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 17, 2003

Paul asserted his truth and reasonableness when he cried, "I am not insane, most excellent Festus," "What I am saying is true and reasonable." "The king is familiar with these things and I can speak freely to him." Paul used great skills of affirmation, c

How to Handle Complainers Illustration:Don’t complain and talk about all your problems--80 percent of people don’t care; the other 20 percent will think you deserve them. Mark Twain. Illustration: A heavy wagon was being dragged along a country lane by a team of oxen. The axles groaned and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Should We Relate To Carnal Christians?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 23, 2004

Remember, the source of most quarrels begins within one’s own desires. James writes, "You quarrel and fight. You do not have because you do not ask. When you ask, you do not receive because you ask with wrong motives, that you may spend what you get on yo

Galatians 5:17-5:21 What are some of the best ways to relate to carnal Christians? Illustration: Where there are envy, strife, and divisions among you, are you not carnal and behaving like mere men? —1 Corinthians 3:3 Why do we hear of Christians who are pitted against Christians over such ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tune In To God

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 27, 2004

Uses radio and technology as a running theme / illustration for keeping in touch with what God is saying to you. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation.

Tune in to God 1 Samuel 3:1-10 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/TuneIn.html Tune in to God! Don’t Tune Out! It’s nice to have the ability to hear from God, but we don’t often take advantage of the technology. We were on the radio again this morning, and it’s a privilege...but many more are tuning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Nine Steps To Develop A Healthy Conscience

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 5, 2004

Be thankful if you have a good conscience. When it gives you a warning whistle, pay attention! Then fight to preserve your faith and keep your conscience clear. That jarring sound is there to help you stay in fellowship with Christ

Nine Steps to Develop a Healthy Conscience (Hebrews 9:13-9:14) "How much more shall the blood of Christ, who by virtue of His eternal Spirit has offered Himself as an unblemished sacrifice to God, purify consciences from dead works and lifeless observances to serve the ever living God." (Heb ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Righteousness Through Faith Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 12, 2002

Examines just how God plans to keep His Promise to save man through Christ.

Righteousness through Faith Romans 3:1–31 INTRODUCTION • In Romans chapter one Paul told us of The Promise of God, which leads to salvation. • Paul also outlined, in chapters one and two, the Common Bond of Sin that both the Jews and Gentiles shared. • In chapter three Paul starts to shed light ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith And Being "Incredible" Series

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on May 15, 2006

A look at what it takes to be incredible for God

Introduction Clip from “Incredibles” Remember at the start of the series we talked about super-heroes like Mr Incredible. Well this chapter shows we can be incredible too by faith. We have a list of people who did and endured incredible things for God – they conquered, escaped, overcame lions, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Beautiful Side Of Death

Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 11, 2008

We think of death as a loss –a loss of a great life, a loss of a beloved person. Death is nothing but losing. But that is not what the bible says about death. There is a verse in the word of God that says, “Death is gain.”

Theme: The Beautiful Side of Death Text: John 11 Introduction A. I’d like to extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved family of Allan. We want you to know that our heart is with you in these times of sorrows and pain. It’s really painful. It’s really a tough time when a loved one died. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fall Is Not Just A Season

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Sep 26, 2008

Fall seems to creep up on us it comes almost unexpectedly. Maybe you can remember a time in your life when you too experienced an unexpected fall. For me it happened when I was a young police officer

Fall is not just a Season 1 Samuel 2:12-26 Welcome back everyone hope you all had a nice summer break. This morning I want to look at a Season of the year that can also become for us a season that turns into a spiritual condition. FALL - soon it will be upon us and as some of you may be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:12-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Are You Going To Choose?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 7, 2008

Communion Meditation for Sunday, November 4, 2007

Slide 1 Last week I said that we never give up the ability to choose; that it is always present in every life circumstance. Now granted there are times in a person’s life and some of us have experienced this, when a loved one has been incapacitated and someone else, usually a designated person, has ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:11-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Will American Be Judged 3 Series

Contributed by David Rogers on Nov 6, 2006

3rd and final in a series on God’s Judgment of nations who walk away from Him.

Will God Judge America Part III Ezekiel 16-17 In Chapter 16 we see God using the images of a young baby growing into a mature young women. God is reminding Jerusalem that He had raised her from a lowly state to great glory as His bride. God has done the same thing to the United States. He has ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living In Troubled Times - A Good Friday Meditation Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Apr 4, 2009

A meditation for a Good Friday service.

We Live In Troubled Times – A Good Friday Meditation “We live in troubled times.” I have heard that statement before – haven’t you? It seems that every generation speaks of “troubled times”. And it seems we don’t have to wait on the next generation or even the next decade to speak of “troubled ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

False Teachers Actions Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 9, 2013

Watch out for false teachers inside and outside the church.

Let us continue to worship our God by listening to His Eternal Word given to us through the Apostle Peter. Please open your Bibles to 2 Peter Chapter 2….. Last week we noted from the end of Chapter 1 of 2 Peter, Christians are to take seriously God’s foretelling of the future. What ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible