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Patience Primer

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 9, 2001

We talk about patience, but often do not understand what patience really is.

Patience Primer (topical) 1. The nurse told the doctor that a man with an unusual condition was in the waiting room. 2. “He keeps shrinking, even before my eyes. He’s an inch shorter than when he came in 15 minutes ago,” she explained. 3. “Well,” responded the doctor, “I’m busy. Tell him it ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:32, Colossians 3:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Footholds

Contributed by Danny Thomas on Oct 9, 2001

The progression of satanic footholds.

Footholds Ephesians 4:25-32 Ephesians 4:25-32 25 Therefore, putting away lying, "Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbor," for we are members of one another. 26 "Be angry, and do not sin": do not let the sun go down on your wrath, 27 nor give place to the devil. 28 Let him who stole ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Silent Sin Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on May 4, 2001

This sin is something we just don’t talk about today. It is not one of the Baptist ’biggies’; it is hidden, private, and all the more dangerous.

I. A Discipline that is Deceitful A. Pharisees Insisted on External Obedience 1. Pharisees had reduced commandment number seven down to the mere physical act of adultery 2. Cup and platter analogy (Matthew 23:25-26), “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you cleanse the outside of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Four Horns And Four Craftsmen

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 21, 2003

To show how God is at work in history to accomplish His Sovereign will and plan

Zechariah 1:18-21 Four Horns and Four Craftsman Purpose Statement: To show that God is at work throughout history to do His Sovereign will and plans. Background: Zechariah immediately sees this second vision. He sees four horns. Horns represent Gentile powers. Usually this is seen as the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Introduction Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 7, 2004

The more I study about faith, the more I come to realize that faith has more to do with our commitment to Jesus Christ than our ability to just believe hard enough.

Faith Introduction Matthew 13:58 - And he did not do many miracles there because of their lack of faith.1 In the Gospels, the word faith is mentioned 40 times. 17 of those times, something happens as a result of someone’s faith. 12 more time Jesus refers to a lack of faith. As we think of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:58

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Homeland Security

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 25, 2003

The Christian’s defense from Fear and Anxiety in the present distress. Christians have their own "Homeland Security" because "Our citizenship is in Heaven.” Our Security lies in God, Jesus and Heaven.

Homeland Security Romans 13:1–4, Philippians 3:17–21 INTRODUCTION Anxiety, and even fear, of war and possible terrorist attacks on American soil has made its way into the hearts of almost everyone in our country. After ‘9-11’ our lives changed forever. Gone was the untouchable sense of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-4, Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Find Strength In A Time Of Crisis (Acts - Part 8) Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005

overcoming the destructive myths and finding strength in life’s toughest seasons...

how to find strength in a time of crisis Acts Series: “Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian” Part 8 Pastor Jeff Christopherson March 2, 2003 Acts 4:23-31 I. Three Devastating Myths about Troubles: Myth #1: God’s children are immune to crises. Truth: The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Character Challenge Part Iii Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Dec 23, 2004

How to become the person I want to be...

The Character Challenge (part 3) Pastor Jeff Christopherson December 12, 2004 I. the impact of my character… II. options for overcoming my character weaknesses… 1. Fake it! (wear a mask and pretend that everything is cool) 2. Force it! (depend on my will-power to fix what is broken) 3. Faith ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of Basics Series

Contributed by George Mansfield on Apr 9, 2007

People are crying out for something they count on. The basics of New Testament Christianity are the foundation of just that.

THE IMPORTANCE OF BASICS INTRO: Bible believers sometimes cry “Let’s get back to basics.” They want what God offers and not preacher talk or church propaganda. “Give me something real, something I can trust in, something from God!” I wish to do a couple of lessons on “Back To Basics”. Today ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Struggles The Devil Gives Us

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007

Examines how Christians and Christian leaders are to respond to difficulties.

THE STRUGGLES THE DEVIL GIVES US - Nehemiah 5:1-5 The Devil had tried uncooperative leaders, and the work flourished. He tried scorn & ridicule, & the work flourished. He tried threats. The people grabbed their weapons & continued to work. My friends, the Devil never gives up. If 1 thing ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

How Can The Young Cleanse Their Way

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Aug 28, 2006

The overriding theme in the 119th Psalm is law: obedience to it, loving it, meditating upon it, rejoicing in it, etc. And, this is the message that is given to the young in Psa. 119:9-16.

How Can the Young Cleanse Their Way? Theme: Ways to cleanse/keep our young pure. Psa. 119:9 INTRODUCTION A. Of the many examples displaying a zeal for God, a great majority are found among the young. 1. Joseph, David, Josiah, etc. 2. Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, etc. 3. Timothy, Titus, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

More Than A Man (Pastor Jose Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007

A man of God is more than just a man.

More Than A Man I. Introduction a. Introduce Men’s Group b. High 5’s and say ‘I like you ugly’ c. Story about real manhood – my journey d. Rom 8:13 For if you live according to the flesh you will die, but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. e. Rom 8:14 For ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Outcome Of Faith

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Jan 21, 2011

Having God as the object of our faith and coming to know Him by the word implanted in our hearts, the outcome of our faith will be works which benefit ourselves, our church, and the world all to the glory of God. Invitation

The Outcome of Faith 01/17/10 PM Text: James 1:22 “Prove yourselves doers of the word...” Introduction In our lesson this morning we saw how the object of our faith and our knowledge of that object determines the value and quality of our faith. We saw that as an object of our faith ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Secret Of The Apostle Paul

Contributed by R. Escoanyelin Ortiz on Dec 6, 2011

The secret of the spiritual life of Paul

IN PHILIPPIANS 4:12 PAUL TELLS US THAT HE HAS LEARNED A SECRET. TROUGH MUCH SUFFERING AND TRIBULATIONS PAUL LEARNED THIS GREAT LESSON. WHAT MADE PAUL SUCH A SOLID CHRISTIAN? THIS SECRET IS LEARNED EXPERIENCIALLY THROUGH THE FIRE OF TRIBULATIONS (PERSECUTIONS). IT IS IN THE TEST OF PROBLEMS THAT ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

If Jesus Stood Among Us

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 19, 2012

Third Sunday of Easter, Year B

Luke 24: 36b – 48 / If Jesus Stood Among Us Intro: Have you ever met someone really famous? --- The most famous person I ever met was John Y. Brown. When I met him he was married to Phyllis George and owned KFC. When I first met him, I didn’t recognize him. I was on the cleaning ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed