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Life Beyond The Ceremony

Contributed by Tom Buratovich on Oct 18, 2000

People sometimes tell me after officiating a wedding ceremony, "That was a very nice ceremony.

People sometimes tell me after officiating a wedding ceremony, "That was a very nice ceremony." Ceremonies (a formal act or set of acts performed as prescribed by ritual or custom) such as weddings are meant to be nice, but they are not intended to be an end in themselves. You and I know, and ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-57

In The Presence Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 11, 2006

If we will seek after it with all of our hearts, we can experience the transforming presence of Christ.

In The Presence of the Lord Text: Gen. 35:1-15 Introduction 1. Read Gen. 35:1-15 2. Illustration: If I could ask the Lord for just one thing, One request from my heart, the favor would be To dwell in his house forever, in his house forever, I want to see his face all my days. In the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Heaven Part Three

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 14, 2010

Before Jesus, where did the souls of those who believed in God go after death?

I Introduction A Before the resurrection of Jesus, where did the souls of those who believed in the God of Israel (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, etc.) go after they died? 1 When people died under the Old Covenant of the Law, the Bible describes as “gave up the ghost” and were “gathered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Solving Big Problems Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Sep 22, 2005

Gaining insights on how to have the positive outlook it takes to face problems effectively - based on Christ’s healing of the man born blind.

(CEV) As Jesus walked along, he saw a man who had been blind since birth. 2 Jesus’ disciples asked, "Teacher, why was this man born blind? Was it because he or his parents sinned?" 3 "No it wasn’t!" Jesus answered. "But because of his blindness, you will see God work a miracle for him. 4 As ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Word Power Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 20, 2013

If you and I want the influence of our lives to have a multiplying effect in this world, then we must hear the Word; believe it and do it!

A lawyer, a doctor and a preacher were hunting together when they came upon a big buck. All three of them shot at the same time, and the buck immediately dropped to the ground. The lawyer, the doctor and the preacher rushed in to examine their prey, but they could not determine whose shot had ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Christian Converted Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Can a Christian be converted? Yes, and not only can a Christian be converted, but it is often essential before he becomes an effective servant of Jesus Christ.

Can a Christian be converted? Yes, and not only can a Christian be converted, but it is often essential before he becomes an effective servant of Jesus Christ. Conversion means to turn again to the ways of the Savior from the ways of self and sin. We are only born again once, but we need to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-34

"It's Ok To Wonder" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 24, 2005

It’s OK to Wonder about spiritual things but after awhile we must move on to respond.

Iliff and Saltillo UM church Easter Sunday March 27, 2005 “It’s OK to Wonder” Luke 24:1-12 INTRODUCTION: True or False. Fact or Fiction. Fiction or Non-Fiction. These are the questions which plague us this morning and which plagued the women and disciples 2000 years ago on the first Easter ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Serving Others When They Should Be Serving You

Contributed by Tom Dixon on Jan 8, 2007

Often it is in times of frustration and incessant demands that God most effectively teaches us how to have compassion and to serve others with His power.

Mark 6:30-44 Serving Others When They Should Be Serving You Parallel passages: Matt 14:13-21; Luke 9:10-17; John 6 THE SETTING: Mark 6:27-29 1. Disciples just returned from long ministry tour through towns – they’re exhausted 2. And Jesus finds out his cousin (john the Baptist) has been brutally ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

10 Facts About The Millennial Reign Of Christ

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 20, 2023

King Jesus Christ himself, in the flesh, will be the chief authority over every nation on the Earth, for a period of 1,000 years.

What is the millennial reign of Christ? The millennial reign takes place after the great tribulation, beginning at the moment when Jesus Christ returns to the Earth and defeats his enemies at the battle of Armageddon. The return of Christ is depicted like this in Revelation 19:12-16, "His ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8, Revelation 20:4-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Power Of A Pure Heart

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 19, 2025

The power of a pure heart cannot be overstated. It is the foundation for intimate fellowship with God, moral integrity, inner peace, effective service, and eternal reward.

THE POWER OF A PURE HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 51:10 Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:8, Proverbs 4:23, James 4:8, Hebrews 10:22 INTRODUCTION: The heart is the core of our being, the wellspring of life and actions. In Scripture, the purity of the heart is crucial because it shapes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10, Matthew 5:8, Proverbs 4:23, James 4:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"What Is Truth About Easter?”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 3, 2023

A quote: Philip Yancy. Christianity offers a cross and empty tomb. The sermon deal's with Pilate's question: "What is truth?" N.T. Wright Surprised by Hope, reminds us that the Bible actually does not just teach “life after death,” but rather “life after life after death!”

In Jesus Holy Name April 9, 2023 Text: Luke 24:1-3,5b-6 Redeemer “What is Truth About Easter?” I’m so glad you are here this morning to enjoy the experience of Easter worship. The spring flowers bloom in the sunshine. The music renews our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-3, Luke 24:5-6, 1 Thessalonians 4:13

Denomination: Lutheran

Let God's Spirit "Move In"

Contributed by Neal Gray on Feb 16, 2002

A CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE pastor preaches that we must be "spiritual" men and women before we can be an effective part of God’s plan.

A Wide Door for Effective Service: Let God’s Spirit "Move In" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: 1 Corinthians 2:12-3:3, KJV Purpose: We must be "spiritual" men and women before we can be an effective part of God’s plan. Every Christian is "saved;" but only a grown-up Christian works effectively in ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

We Are A Priesthood

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 11, 2007

We are a royal priesthood, but many are afraid to serve. If only we would realize we are all ministers the Church would be more effective.

“We Are A Priesthood” Introduction: Around the world there are all sorts of problems that disturb me, but I think the church can make a difference. Around the church are all sorts of problems and I have seen that plainly. You hear of churches that are being led astray by false teaching. For ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Makes Us Tick? Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014

Another sermon from the whole letter to help people understand and be convicted of their personal responsibility for the Church’s effectiveness in the world today.

When I was a kid I loved to take things apart. Sure. That’s neat on the outside, and what it does it pretty neat, but what makes it work? What does it look like inside? Whenever something minor broke down, it spelled opportunity to me. Because that meant it either needed to be fixed, or ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Glimpses Into Revelation--A Church Awakening Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 7, 2004

The churches at Thyatira and Sardis awakening us to the effects of compromise in our Christian lives and the results of just "going through the motions" in our worship.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Church July 11, 2004 “Revelation--A Church Awakening” Rev. 2:18-29 3:1-6 INTRODUCTION: We hear a lot about church growth and church renewal these days. Two of the seven churches that John wrote to needed to make some adjustments in ...read more

Denomination: Methodist