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Creating A Masterpiece: Part Two Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 13, 2005

Jesus paints a masterpiece portraying the dull tones of death.

Creating a Masterpiece: The Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man, Part 2 Luke 16:19-31 An Picture Painting of Death (v. 22-23a) We re-visit the story of Lazarus and the rich man once again this week. Last week we saw Jesus paint a vivid portrait of two men who led very contrasting lives. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Methodist

How To Create A Safe Environment Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Nov 6, 2006

Based on The DNA of Relationships by Dr. Gary Smalley. When a relationship doesn’t feel safe, walls go up for protection. We need to learn to respect and honor the walls. Through unconditional love, those walls will come down.

HOW TO CREATE A SAFE ENVIRONMENT The DNA of Relationships (4) A. Today is the fourth lesson in our series on The DNA of Relationships based on the book by Dr. Gary Smalley. Today’s lesson is entitled: How To Create a Safe Environment. ILLUSTRATION: A man and his wife who had been married ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Un-Forgivenss Creates A Debt

Contributed by Sherry Proskine on Nov 21, 2007

Un-forgiveness says, "They owe me". When we don’t forgive, it creates a debt from what someone has done to us. We can even create a debt to ourselves.

Un-forgiveness Creates a Debt Illus. Hold up a glass of water. How heavy do you think this glass is? The total weight isn’t so important, it’s how long you try to hold it. If I hold it for a minute--not a problem. An hour--my arm will ache. Hold it for a day--you better call an ambulance. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Imprisonment Created Opportunities To Spread The Gospel Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 2, 2018

The apostle faced opposition from those outside the church and misrepresentation from some within. But this did not dissuade or distract him from fulfilling God’s call. Through it all, Christ was being preached, which brought him great delight.

Date: 4/26/18 Lesson # 3 Title: Imprisonment Created Opportunities to Spread the Gospel Text: (Philippians 1:12-14) Scripture: (Philippians 1:12-14, NIV) 12 Now I want you to know, brothers and sisters[a], that what has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel. 13 As a result, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

# 6-Angels- 2~ Bible Doctrine Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Aug 31, 2012

Lucifer and the angels that believed his lies were cast out of heaven down to the earth, they were on the earth before God ever created man or any other creature. > Jesus said in Luke 10:18 And he said unto them, I beheld Satan as lightning fall from he

# 6-ANGELS- 2~ BIBLE DOCTRINE 8-11-12 Today we'll continue with our study of Bible doctrine, last time we begin talking about "angels" we read that Lucifer was the most beautiful and wisest creature that God had created, he was an angel, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:18

Denomination: Baptist

God's Creation Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 2, 2007

By looking at creation—what God created and how He created it—we can see that He created in order to point us to a relationship with Him.

1. The order of God’s creation (and God said… and it was so) 2. The goodness of God’s creation (it was good, 1:31) 3. The crown of God’s creation (1:26-28) 4. The purpose of God’s creation (1:29-30) How many of you like mysteries? You know, the ones where you have to examine the clues to find ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:3-31

Denomination: Baptist

All Saints' Memorial Service

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 7, 2010

A short talk given at an all-Saints' Memorial Day service, giving thanks to God for loved ones who have died. In short, God knows us, God stays close to us, and God made us.

In 2008 I spent seven months in bed suffering from severe debilitating pain in my neck. My neck muscles were twisting my head in 3 directions. My right ear was almost resting on my shoulder. In many ways it was a horrible time. It tested my faith. The result was a deeper trust in the God who knows ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

The Beginning Of It All Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 17, 2017

Creation, Sin, and More Sin The Beginning of It All Gen 1:1-2:3 David Taylor

Creation, Sin, and More Sin The Beginning of It All Gen 1:1-2:3 David Taylor December 10, 2016 Today we start working through the book of Genesis, the first book of the bible. I will split the book up into three series, chapters 1-11 which centers on the beginning of history; 12-36 which ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

(Section 2) Views Of Creation Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 19, 2018

Battles of the Church with scientist like Galileo and God Created

VIEWS OF CREATION EXISTENCE WARNING: Please don't get off ended (offended) -- Some of the points are just possible explanations. I will discuss/clarify misunderstandings after church if necessary. New explanations sometimes cause misunderstandings, fears, etc. Ex: Galileo -- Roman Catholic ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Creation

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 19, 2018

Introdcution and Section 1 God Created

VIEWS OF CREATION EXISTENCE WARNING: Please don't get off ended (offended) -- Some of the points are just possible explanations. I will discuss/clarify misunderstandings after church if necessary. New explanations sometimes cause misunderstandings, fears, etc. Ex: Galileo -- Roman Catholic ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

¿soy MÁs Que¿soy MÁs Que Polvo Formado Por Accidente? Polvo Formado Por Accidente?

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Apr 22, 2020

Este discurso atestigua la verdad de que cada uno de nosotros tiene un alma inmortal, habla de la importancia de reconocer que tenemos un alma inmortal y pregunta cómo sería la vida si la humanidad no tuviera alma.

Génesis 1: 26-27 nos dice que somos creados a imagen de Dios. Con esto queremos decir que somos creados con un alma a través de la que Dios se comunica con nosotros. El lamentable estado de pecado en el que ha caído la humanidad amenaza con desafiar ese hecho. De hecho, el alma ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3, Psalm 8:3-5

Denomination: United Methodist

Let There Be Series

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Sep 7, 2020

God is the creator of not only laws of nature, but also social, moral and spiritual laws. Just like He did at the outset of creation, God uses the moral and spiritual laws to take the formless voids of our lives and gives them shape and brigtness by His light.

Many critics argue that the Bible story of creation is "geo" centric (centered around the earth). This is because of the wrong understanding of the creation story that God created the earth and built the sun, moon and stars around it. It gives an impression that everything revolved around ...read more

Denomination: Other

Visionary View: Do People See 'the Image Of God' In You? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 18, 2023

Explore the concept of a "visionary view" through the lens of reflecting the image of God in our lives. Do people see the image of God in you?

Visionary View: Do People See 'The Image of God' in You?" Introduction: Explore the concept of a "visionary view" through the lens of reflecting the image of God in our lives. Do people see the image of God in you? Let's dive into this topic using verses from the New ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Romans 3:23, Colossians 3:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Male And Female Created He Them

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 21, 2003

God created men and women: 1. Different physically 2. Different in Temperament. 3. To live out different roles.

Brian Bill has put together a “Top-ten List” of “You might be a male if . . .” 10. You know stuff about tanks. 9. You can go to the bathroom without a support group. 8. Someone forgets to invite you to something and he can still be your friend. 7. You can drop by to see a friend without ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27

Denomination: Methodist

God's Expiry Date – Part 2 - The Time Between Two Laughs Series

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Feb 24, 2012

This is part 2 of the series "God's Expiry date" The time between two laughs – The story of Sara

We will talk today about those promises received from God that seem to be forgotten. We think that God changed His mind and that our dreams and expectations where too high. Maybe you don’t believe that God can still do it but I have good news for you. The time between two laughs – The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:9-13

Denomination: Baptist