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"Far Above" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 20, 2002

based on 15 ratings

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The power that raised Christ Jesus from the dead, raised Him...and us...far above all things. (#13 in the "Every Spiritual Blessing" series)

Despite the Fall of man, or perhaps, because of the Fall, there has always existed in the human breast the desire ~ the need ~ to rise above one’s circumstances; outside of one’s own limitations. Whether it be for escape, or self-improvement, or just for adventure and a yearning to explore the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:21

Denomination: Orthodox

Even Parents With A Perfect Child Have Problems

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 2, 2002

based on 20 ratings

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This message can be used during the Christmas season or a family series and illustrates how Christians deal with the curves that life give us in marriage and life.

Even Parents with the Perfect Child have problems! Luke 2:1-7 Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2002) Introduction: Today as continue our sermon series entitled Crosspoints we will look specifically at the “Parents in the Pageant.” Our focus will be on Mary and Joseph and remember we are introduced to them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Building Stronger Families

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 9, 2002

based on 54 ratings

| 5,003 views

What can we learn from Jacobs family about building a stronger Family

This message began with a clip from Joseph and the Technicolor DreamCoat. The clip was when the brothers sold Joseph into Slavery and then told Jacob the news. Wow that is the family that put the fun in dysfunctional. My Daddy told me once that everybody is good for something even if it’s to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:22-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

Christ Our Sanctifier Series

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Dec 28, 2002

based on 64 ratings

| 10,492 views

Part 2 of 4 Advent sermons focusing on the Four-fold Gospel (C&MA distinctives)

Christ Our Sanctifier (4FG-2) I. Why Do I Need a Sanctifier? A. What is sanctification? B. What is the relationship between salvation and sanctification? C. How important is sanctification? II. What Is God’s Plan to Meet My Need? A. A perfect man B. A perfect sacrifice III. How Do I Receive Christ ...read more

Scripture: John 17:15-19, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Base Ten Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 2, 2000

based on 93 ratings

| 6,127 views

Introduction to Sermon Series on the 10 Commandments: Why God gave them, what they say about God, what they say about people.

How many of you like murder mysteries? It’s one of the most popular genres around. I myself have been a major fan of murder mysteries for years. I excuse the habit because Dorothy Sayers approved of them (She not only wrote the Lord Peter Wimsey mystery stores but was also a rather brilliant ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:1-7, Deuteronomy 8:11-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Unexpected Converts

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 26, 2000

based on 67 ratings

| 16,542 views

Grace. Those most people thought were least likely to become God’s people are the ones who come to Christ; while the ones often thought to be most likely became his enemies.

Two of the surprises that we come across as we read the New Testament are the people who become close to Jesus, and the people who are alienated from Jesus. It is surprising because it is exactly the opposite of what we would expect to find. We would expect Jesus to be close to the religious folk ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Road To Ruin

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 1, 2001

based on 94 ratings

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Samson was on the road to ruin because he fraternized with the enemy, wasted his strength and was deluded by pride.

The story of Samson begins much like the story of the other judges of Israel. The nation was in misery because of the domination of a rival country that was oppressing them. That nation was the Philistine nation. (Interestingly, the word Philistine is where we get our word “Palestinian,” so this ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:4-21

Denomination: Methodist

How Can A Good Person Be So Bad?

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 1, 2001

based on 101 ratings

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David’s life teaches us that sin has a cause, it has consequences and it has a cure.

I was sitting at my desk opening the morning mail, several years ago and in another place, when I picked up a letter from a fellow pastor in a nearby church. I knew him well and thought of him as a good man and a faithful pastor, but I was shocked to read that he was resigning due to stress and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Fasting And Faith That Matters To God

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 31, 2004

based on 111 ratings

| 25,820 views

Jesus preached good news to the poor. He freed prisoners and brought healing to a broken world. God invites us to love people with His love. To visit the sick, to clothe the naked, to feed the poor, to care for our own flesh and blood - the human family.

Fasting and Faith that Matters to God Isaiah 58:1-14: "Shout it aloud, do not hold back. Raise your voice like a trumpet. Declare to my people their rebellion and to the house of Jacob their sins. For day after day they seek me out; they seem eager to know my ways, as if they ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prosperity, Hope And The Future?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 1, 2004

based on 39 ratings

| 10,279 views

God promises us that if we call on him, come to him and pray. Then He will listen to us, prosper us, gives us a eternal hope and a wonderful glorious future.

Prosperity, Hope, the Future? Thesis: God promises us that if we call on him, come to him and pray. Then He will listen to us, prosper us, gives us a eternal hope and a wonderful glorious future. Introduction: Commencement is always a time filled with relief and joy as you have conquered ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-13, Psalm 62:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trivial Pursuit - The Consequence Of Ignoring God's Will Series

Contributed by Ken Kersten on Jun 1, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 11,251 views

Games People Play - Trivial Pursuit - a look at following the will of God to keep life from being a "Trivial Pursuit".

Trivial Pursuit Mark 8:36-37 We are continuing our series on Games that People Play. Now most of you probably have played today’s game Trivial Pursuit or one of its many spin-offs. The original Trivial Pursuit came out in 1981, which makes it relatively young compared to the classics, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:36-37, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gospel Memorial Series

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on May 29, 2001

based on 140 ratings

| 7,865 views

Mary’s act of love became a world wide memorial to her. Judas act for money became an unmemorial as the Pharisees used the betrayal money to bury strangers.

One Sunday morning, the pastor noticed little Joey was staring up at the large plaque that hung in the foyer of the church. It was covered with names, and small American flags were mounted on either side of it. The seven-year-old had been staring at the plaque for some time, so the pastor walked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-16, John 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Focusing Your God-Given Dream Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 25, 2005

based on 46 ratings

| 14,372 views

Five outlooks to help adjust the focus of your vision. Fourth and final sermon in the series, "Dreaming Big for God."

"Dwight had one goal when he arrived as a teenager in Chicago - to accumulate a fortune of $100,000. Working night and day, he threw himself into his quest. Dwight also ran a Sunday school program at his church because he was primarily interested in the prestige that came from racking up big ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond All Limits

Contributed by Larry Elder on Aug 1, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 24,073 views

All of us have limits and boundaries that make us uncomfortable if we go beyond them.

Beyond All Limits Deut 30:11 Now what I am commanding you today is not too difficult for you or beyond your reach. NIV LWE ODC SEPT 04 All of us have limits and boundaries that make us uncomfortable if we go beyond them. • Personality types, • money limits, • knowledge, • wisdom ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Narnia: Encounter The Power Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Sep 6, 2005

based on 106 ratings

| 6,146 views

Using "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" this sermon shows how encountering the power of Christ changes our lives for eternity, giving us the country of heaven.

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:26

Denomination: Baptist

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