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Sermon # 8 - Time To Wake Up Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Sep 13, 2024

In the midst of a serious storm, Jonah was blissfully asleep unaware of the predicament of his fellow passengers caused by his disobedience. Is it possible that the church too is asleep at a time when we have to wake up to fulfill the Great Commission that Jesus gave us?

We read in Jonah 1:5, “And the mariners were afraid, and cried every one unto his god; and they cast forth the wares that were in the ship into the sea, to be lightened of them. But Jonah had gone down into the lower part of the ship; and he lay, and was fast asleep.” (Darby) This is the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:5, Matthew 24:3, Matthew 24:7, Matthew 28:19-20, 1 Corinthians 9:16, Acts 4:13, Ephesians 5:4, Acts 17:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Greater Purpose Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 14, 2024

Is your purpose in life to deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Him. If so... how do we do that?

A man named William Barclay once observed that “There are two great days in a person’s life. The day we are born and the day we discover WHY.” Hmmm. the day we discover WHY we were born! Well, that’s interesting. Lots of people never even consider why they were born. I mean, they kind of drift ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessed Are Those Who Mourn Series

Contributed by Rich Young on Jan 5, 2001

Second in a series of sermons on the Beatitudes - developing Christian character

Blessed are Those Who Mourn TEXT: Mat 5:4 INTRODUCTION · Read book recently; author said Xns too busy - learning & doing Õ BS, Conf, Tapes, Books, doing this & that Õ Overlook developing Xn Character · What J was talking ab in the Beatitudes Õ "Being" rather than "doing" Õ Conduct flows ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Walking In Shadows

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 5, 2001

A simple reminder using the imagery of the shepherd to show how God is personally involved in our times of trouble to comfort us so we can proclaim, "I fear no evil; for you are with me!"

MARTIN LUTHER ONCE COMMENTED THAT, "FAITH IS A MATTER OF PERSONAL PRONOUNS." IN OTHER WORDS, IT IS ONE THING TO SAY "THE LORD IS A SHEPHERD"; IT’S ANOTHER TO SAY, "THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD." THE IMAGE OF THE SHEPHERD HAS PROVIDED US WITH MANY POSITIVE THOUGHTS. JUST THE WORD ITSELF CARRIES WITH IT ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Christian Approach To Jehovah`s Witnesses

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Nov 19, 2001

WHAT TO DO WHEN THEY STAND AT YOUR DOOR

In 1973 there were 67,500 Jehovah`s Witnesses in Britain. In the year 2,000 there were 126,000 of them, an 87% increase in 27 years. America has seen a similar rise in their numbers to nearly a million last year. The Christian Church needs to be aware that this sect, recovering from the failure of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, Acts 1:7-8

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Assembly Of God's People

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jan 9, 2002

An lesson designed to encourage the beliver in the struggles of every day life.

THE ASSEMLY OF GOD’S PEOPLE Matthew 16:13-18 INTRODUCTION: READ TEXT This is a pivotal moment in the ministry of Jesus. Until now He has been a wandering prophet, an itinerant preacher, going from town to town teaching and proclaiming the Word of God. As of yet He has not divulged His true ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How The Holy Spirit Leads Us To Trust God More Than People For Support

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit teaches us a great deal about man’s inferiority to God.

1. The Holy Spirit teaches us a great deal about man’s inferiority to God. David wrote, "Give us aid against the enemy, for the help of man is worthless. With God we will gain the victory, and he will trample down our enemies." (Psa. 60:11) Ask the Lord to help you avoid any human dependency that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 60:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Privilege Brings Responsibility

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Privilege Brings Responsibility (Rom. 3:1,2)

Privilege Brings Responsibility (Rom. 3:1,2) Illustration:When Queen Victoria was a child, she didn’t know she was in line for the throne of England. Her instructors, trying to prepare her for the future, were frustrated because they couldn’t motivate her. She just didn’t take her studies ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life's Momentous Questions

Contributed by William Young on Aug 26, 2001

Who What And Why? Great Questions to answer with the Bible about our existence

Life’s Momentous Questions James 4:14 Thesis: to bring us to a fuller understanding of what we are and why ? Introduction: 1. There are four important questions which are as old as the human race, 2. yet they are as new as an infant in its mother’s arms. 3. These questions have boggled the mind ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14, Hebrews 2:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go The Distance (Part 1)

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 9, 2001

God is calling us to finish the race of life with Him

Go the Distance Part 1 2 Timothy 3:10-4:8 May 23, 1999 Morning Service Introduction I. Story of Jean - Dominique Bauby A, Work: French journalist, age of 45 was editor of fashion magazine Elle, very successful, December of 1995, he suffered a stroke B. After the stroke: Buaby was completely ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

For Sale Or Not For Sale?

Contributed by Jeffrey Sturdivant on Jan 10, 2001

Is your soul sold uot to Jesus? Or are you selling out to Satan?

FOR SALE? Or Not For Sale! Key Text: I Kings 21:1-16(Read) Key Verse : James 4: 7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your hearts, ye double minded. As we ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7, 1 Kings 21:1-16

Denomination: Church Of God

The Original Dynamic Duo Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Jan 17, 2001

A look at the births of John and Jesus

THE ORIGINAL DYNAMIC DUO Luke 1:5-80 INTRODUCTION: A Recap of Luke’s Introduction (1:1-4) A. v. 1 - Many had written about the life of JESUS. B. v. 2 - Eyewitnesses passed one their first hand knowledge of JESUS’ life. C. v. 3- After careful investigation, Luke set out to write an orderly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-80

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Walking Funny?

Contributed by Jay Patton on Aug 6, 2002

4 questions to ask yourself about your Christian walk taken directly from Scripture.

NOTE: All Illustrations at the bottom of outline. Introduction: Nobel Illustration Background: Paul’s comparison of his walk versus those who walk any other way (vs. 17-18) Purpose Statement: Evaluate your walk by answering these four questions – I. What Is Your End? A. Paul’s Chief telos – to be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Responsibility

Contributed by Paul George on May 8, 2003

Most Christians agree daily reading of the Bible is a right and responsibility

A CHRISTIAN RIGHT AND RESPONSIBILITY Acts 17:11 Most Christians agree in order to assure spiritual growth Christians should read the Bible daily. They should verify what they have been taught. Luke tells us the Bereans were more noble-mind in their character shown by their open-mindedexamination ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11

Denomination: Holiness

The Revival Kings # 5 Josiah Series

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 4, 2002

Fifth in a 5 part series in the revivals in the book of II Chron.

THE REVIVAL KINGS # 5 JOSIAH II CHRON. 34,35 & II KINGS 22,23 The Revival That Wasn’t Too Late. Introduction This morning we come to the last great revivals under Josiah. He was the last of the Revival Kings. Asa - Jehoshaphat - Joash - Hezekiah - and now Josiah The hour is late in the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist