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Am I Good Enough? Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 26, 2003

based on 158 ratings

| 21,435 views

First sermon in series "Living Life on Purpose - Christ’s Answers to Man’s Questions". This is a question from John the Baptist.

Christ’s purpose-driven life was constantly arousing the curiosity of onlookers. Whether His followers or His enemies, people were so impressed with Him, or, in some cases, intimidated by Him, that they wanted to know how and why He had it all together - so they asked Him questions. Jesus used ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Potent Prayer For Peace

Contributed by Vernon Murray on Mar 12, 2004

based on 41 ratings

| 7,231 views

When it comes to praying for peace, we do not have to pray the way world wants us to pray; we can use Biblical models which are much more effective.

INTRODUCTION The terror attack in Madrid today raises our consciousness once again to the undercurrent of war and destruction which continue to flow throughout the world. Today’s events also remind Christians everywhere of the need for serious prayer. We need (more than any other time) to pray ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:16-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Coming To Grips With The Message

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 5, 2004

based on 29 ratings

| 3,700 views

The body of Christ is linked together by the proclamation of truth, and only as strong as the weakest declaration of truth. The body of Christ faces the same barriers, and struggles, regardless of location, the big difference is not God, it is not the ba

COMING TO GRIPS WITH THE MESSAGE 1 John 1:5-10 This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. 6If we claim to have fellowship with him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not live by the truth. 7But if we walk in the light, as ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Fear And Faith (Part Two)

Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 12, 2003

based on 21 ratings

| 3,095 views

Fear stops faith from working. When fear grips your heart, faith faints.

Fear and Faith Matt 14:27…But Jesus spoke to them at once. "It’s all right," he said. "I am here! Don’t be afraid." NLT Review: Last week we dealt with the story of Jesus and Peter walking on the water. The challenge was for all of us to take a step of faith. 1. Faith Recognizes God’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Purpose And Presence Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Aug 8, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 5,484 views

Should we (as individuals and churches) be Purpose Driven or Presence Driven? (answer: both! But we need the Presence of God to bring People, Preaching, Prophecy and Power)

Purpose and Presence Mark 2:1-12 WBC 10 Aug 2003 am I want to speak this morning about the importance of us being people, and a church, with a Purpose… but who also seek the Presence of God PURPOSE It’s very easy for us as individuals to fall into one of two camps: - ‘I’m an active kind of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Who Cares About Apathy?

Contributed by Robert Pue on Sep 5, 2004

based on 65 ratings

| 16,574 views

Apathy is one of the biggest problems in the church today.

Satan has a tool in his arsenal of weapons and hes really been making good use of it here in America. The tool is the spirit of Apathy, and thats the subject of this article. Now, I realize that many people wont read this. They’ll see the title and decide that they aren’t interested. They’re not ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Melchizedek, The Royal Priest” Series

Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Sep 13, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 6,244 views

We explore the biblical information about Melchizedek and his relatationship to the Christ

March 16, 2003 First Church of the Brethren H. Kevin Derr Hebrews 7:1-10 “Melchizedek, the Royal Priest” 1This Melchizedek was king of Salem and priest of God Most High. He met Abraham returning from the defeat of the kings and blessed him, 2and Abraham gave him a tenth of everything. First, his ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-10

Denomination: Brethren

What Should We Do With Halloween?

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 31, 2004

based on 47 ratings

| 4,092 views

Rather generic Halloween message!

What Should We Do With Halloween? Romans 14:1-9, John 8:12 October 31, 2004 Introduction Well, I’ve got some good news for you. Today’s message is going to be a bit shorter than usual, for a couple of reasons. First, because what I want to share with you regarding Halloween is pretty concise, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Positive Conduct In A Negative Culture Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 17, 2004

based on 77 ratings

| 10,075 views

Behavioral guidelines for the believer for engaging a post-Christian culture in a postive manner.

Most of us know that there is currently a war raging. But what we don’t hear on the news every night is that there is a war raging on our own soil - not just halfway around the world in Afghanistan and Iraq. The war in which we are engaged is a culture war. It is a conflict to see what our ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

War And Morality

Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 30, 2004

based on 41 ratings

| 4,179 views

The Scriptural criteria that determine whether a particular war is morally acceptable. “My country, right or wrong” is not a Christian motto.

War and Morality…a Memorial Day weekend sermon by Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Scripture text: II Samuel 22 Historian Stephen Ambrose (Band of Brothers) observed: "During WWII, when soldiers from any other army, even our allies, entered a town, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-49

Denomination: Congregational

Dealing With Debt

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 1, 2004

based on 37 ratings

| 3,872 views

The average American is deeply in debt; some Bible-based advice for how we handle money matters.

Colossians 2:13-14, “You were dead because of your sins, and because your sinful nature was not yet cut away. Then God made you alive with Christ. He forgave all our sins. He cancelled the record that contained the charges against us. He took it and cancelled our debt and destroyed it by ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-14

Denomination: Congregational

Apostolic Discipline

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jul 2, 2004

based on 17 ratings

| 5,804 views

In the 1500’s John Calvin wrote "What in the world will happen if every man is allowed to do as they please?" We are living in a time he predicted would come. We must return to Apostolic disciplne in the Church.

APOSTOLIC DISCIPLINE RESTORED TO THE CHURCH. 11 July 2004 Ian Johnson Papatoetoe Elim Church. THE MAN WHO DIDNT WANT TO GO TO CHURCH I am reminded of a story about a person who didn’t want to go to Church. He told his mother this and she told him that he had to go. "But mom, they don’t like me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Auto Lessons

Contributed by Joseph Chase on Jan 30, 2004

based on 27 ratings

| 2,128 views

Homilee using a parable of rules for the road.

AUTO LESSONS INTRODUCTION: A. Jesus often used object lessons. B. Behold a Sower went forth to sow. C. What man of you having 100 sheep. D. They help to impress spiritual lessons. E. In the lesson today we want to use a familiar object-auto. F. After all everyone (but me and my family) came in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Conflict And Choices Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 5, 2004

based on 28 ratings

| 6,021 views

Abram’s leadership manifests itself in his ability to resolve conflict. Lot’s character (and downward spiral) is revealed in the choice he makes for himself and his family. We can choose to yield our rights when we’re secure in knowing that God will tak

“Conflict and Choices” Genesis 13:5-18 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts People can be difficult! They’re often unreasonable, stubborn, and self-centered. Working with people presents thorny challenges. We all want to get along, but personality ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:5-18

Denomination: Congregational

"One God, One Country, One Destiny.”

Contributed by Jack Harris on Dec 15, 2004

based on 50 ratings

| 8,002 views

The principles of Christianity were so deeply entrenched in the establishment of America that one must conclude that without Christianity, there would never have been a country such as the United States of America. This nation is the first nation in all o

“ONE GOD, ONE COUNTRY, ONE DESTINY.” Eph. 2:13-16 Int: It was the spirit of Christianity that changed the face of the ancient world. No other event has so impacted the human race as did the coming to earth of Jesus, the Christ. His message was so totally different from the prevailing world view of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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