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Remembered By God Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

The life of Joseph intrigues us. And his life intrigues because it’s a roller coaster ride of a life. Along the way, he wears the hats of a shepherd, a slave, a prison warden, and a governor. Relationally, he’s a son, a brother, a husband, a father, and a grandfather.

The life of Joseph intrigues us. And his life intrigues because it’s a roller coaster ride of a life. Along the way, he wears the hats of a shepherd, a slave, a prison warden, and a governor. Relationally, he’s a son, a brother, a husband, a father, and a grandfather. Now the last time we saw ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:33-57

Denomination: Baptist

Mary And Joseph Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 9, 2021

Not everyone experiences a Hallmark Christmas. Some people have problems, and in the moments to come, we'll discover one of the original characters of Christmas has a big problem.

Merry Christmas to your family and you! Christmas is just three days away – are you ready? Is everything wrapped and under the tree? When I stop to think about it, it is still funny eleven years later… …but Virgin Mary gave birth to a 7.7-pound baby Jesus on Christmas Day in Peru eleven years ago. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Let It Go Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 15, 2021

Some people get depressed when they see the trees losing their leaves in autumn. Some even say that the trees look sad. Autumn though shows us how beautiful it is to let things go. We need to consider what, in our lives, we need to drop in order to heal our souls, move forward in our lives and grow.

source: http://www.jokes4us.com/miscellaneousjokes/weatherjokes/falljokes.html Why does Humpty Dumpty love autumn? Because he had a great fall! Why are trees very forgiving? Because in fall they “let it go” and in the spring, they “turn over a new leaf.” Fall is a time of transition. There are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32, Matthew 18:21-22, Luke 1:37, Philippians 4:8-9, Isaiah 43:18-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Can I Say?

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jun 15, 2019

This is a farewell sermon I preached at two of the churches I've been serving as I move on to my next appointment.

Ah … famous last words. Here’s a few I thought you might enjoy or find interesting: When convicted murderer James W. Rodgers was put in front of a firing squad in Utah, he was asked if he had any last requests. “Yeah,” he said, “bring me a bullet-proof vest.” Drummer Buddy Rich died after ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Guard Your Heart

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 8, 2019

In Prov. 4:23, Solomon said, above all else, guard your heart. That sounds pretty important. Let's see what is involved in that, why that is so important and what will help us to do it.

GUARD YOUR HEART In Prov. 4:23, Solomon said, above all else, guard your heart. That sounds pretty important. Let's see what is involved in that, why that is so important and what will help us to do it. 1) Guarding our heart involves other body parts. Prov. 4:20-27, "My son, pay ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-27, Proverbs 22:17-18, Matthew 6:21-23, Jeremiah 17:9-10, Psalm 139:23-24, Hebrews 4:12, Hebrews 3:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Holy, Not "holier Than Thou" Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 14, 2019

To reach people for Jesus, we must be holy, not “holier than thou”

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:10-24

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection Power!

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 18, 2019

If you want to live in resurrection power, consider yourself a saint and commit yourself to God.

Several years ago, (March 19, 2005), medical personnel did what they usually did when a resident at an extended care facility in British Columbia, Canada died. They placed a call to Fraser Health Authority, who then sent a driver to pick up the deceased woman. The driver dutifully transported an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Solution

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Sep 10, 2020

The sermon outlines the problem of sin and God's solution

Title: “God’s Solution” Text: 1 Cor 15:1-8 Big idea: “God’s solution is substitution” 1 Cor. 15 Now, brothers and sisters, I want to remind you of the gospel I preached to you, which you received and on which you have taken your stand. 2 By this gospel you are saved, if you hold firmly to the word ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Grand Reunion Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 1, 2020

If you’re grieving the loss of people you love, find comfort in their rest; find comfort in their resurrection; and find comfort in the grand reunion to come.

As Shay Bradley’s coffin was being lowered into the ground at a cemetery in Dublin, Ireland, last year (October 2019), another sound cut into the mournful strains of the bagpipes. A shout rang out – from inside. “Hello? Hello. Hello? Let me out!” yelled the deceased from within the box. Then ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:8, Philippians 1:23, Revelation 19:14, Revelation 13:5, Revelation 12:6, Revelation 11:2-3, Daniel 9:27, Joel 2:1-2, Joel 2:15, Revelation 20:1-4, Isaiah 27:13, Psalm 47:5, Numbers 10:2, Exodus 19:16-17, John 11:43, John 5:25, Luke 23:43, Psalm 81:3, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Sermon On The Mount (Part Five) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 9, 2019

As we continue our series we transition from the beatitudes into Jesus talking about us being salt and light. Pursuing and practicing the things Jesus mentions in the beatitudes will help us to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world.

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT (part five) Matthew 5:13-16 Intro: Make connection between the beatitudes and us being salt and light. 1) We need to be salty. Matt. 5:13, "You are the salt of the earth. but if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16, Titus 2:9-10, Matthew 6:19-24, 1 Peter 2:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

David Spares Saul's Life Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 13, 2019

First Samuel 24:1-22 shows us God's constraint of his servant in the establishment of his kingdom.

Scripture David’s journey to throne of Israel was a difficult one. The current king, Saul, was jealous of God’s anointed one—David—and wanted to kill him. Though initially fearful of Saul, David’s trust in God grew, and in his sovereign, providential care of him. We see this again as David spares ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"When Friends Fail” Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 15, 2019

Job’s three friends talked too much and listened too little. We should resist interpreting God’s will for another person’s disaster. What people really need is compassionate listeners. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Good Advice (2). Job's comforters (2:11-13): • Eliphaz will speak from a viewpoint of his experience. • Bildad will speak from the viewpoint of tradition • Zophar will speak from the viewpoint of his own assumptions • Elihu will speak from the viewpoint of an angry ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:11-13

Denomination: Brethren

Standing Strong In God's Grace

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

Leaders help us stand

Standing Strong in God’s Grace - 1 Peter 5 August 24, 2008 Turn with me this morning to the end of your Bibles, to the book of 1 Peter, chapter 5. We want to finish up our study of the book of 1 Peter today. Remember that Peter is writing to give practical help to Christians dealing with daily ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Can Do Anything Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 4, 2022

God can do anything when we give him everything.

This week I came across a rare photo of a TV remote control from the 60’s and 70’s. This brought back memories of some of my favorite after-school TV shows like Hogan’s Heroes, Lost in Space, the Beverly Hillbillies, and Gilligan’s Island. Interestingly, each of these classic shows dealt with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Role Of An Elder

Contributed by Josh Brown on Oct 9, 2021

The Church is made up of attendees, volunteers and leaders and each role is vital to the health of the church body. It is important to understand how each of these roles are called to serve within the church.

We’re in week number two of a three part message serious where we are looking at the different role’s within the church... Last week we talked about deacons. We saw that deacons are the ultimate example of servants. And that their role is to come along side of the elders and help carry out the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ