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Was Paul A Good Preacher?

Contributed by James Hays on Apr 21, 2020

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Men tend to judge speakers according to a standard that Paul did not even desire to meet. Maybe our judgement needs a little realignment with scripture.

Was Paul A Good Preacher? Hmmm. I’ve often wondered how many churches would pass on hiring Paul for their pulpit minister. • Everyone is a TV evangelist right now. • Pick and choose what style you like, what subject matter you are interested in. • Almost like a competition on Facebook between ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, Acts 14:12, 2 Corinthians 10:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Position In Christ

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 10, 2022

| 2,814 views

We have communion in our church service because the Lord tells us that as OFTEN AS WE DO IT WE DO IT IN REMEMBERANCE OF HIM.

Great men and women have come and gone, and our history books are filled with reminders of what they did when they were here. For example, today many are still talking about: • Winston Churchill • Napoleon • Margaret Thatcher • Lady Diana • Abraham Lincoln • And many more…. These great men ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Two Mountains: A Choice Between Fear And Grace

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Aug 18, 2025

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Gracious God, as we open Your Word today, let it speak to our hearts and transform our minds. Help us to see the difference between the old way and the new way, between fear and grace, between bondage and freedom.

Church family, I want you to imagine standing at the foot of two mountains. One mountain is shrouded in darkness, smoking with fire, echoing with the sound of thunder. The other mountain is bathed in light, filled with celebration, where angels sing and the righteous have gathered. Today, the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29

Denomination: Methodist

We Would Like To See Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

based on 3 ratings

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This sermon explores finding true joy in seeking Jesus, understanding His sacredness, and recognizing His sacrifice for our salvation.

Hello, beloved family of faith. It is a joy and a privilege to stand before you today, not because I hold any wisdom of my own, but because we are here to seek the wisdom of the One who holds the universe in His hands. We are here to seek the Savior, to behold the sight of the Sacred, and to ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-36

Topics: Seeing, Jesus

Overcome Complaining Tendencies

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 17, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 3,195 views

Paul asserted his truth and reasonableness when he cried, "I am not insane, most excellent Festus," "What I am saying is true and reasonable." "The king is familiar with these things and I can speak freely to him." Paul used great skills of affirmation, c

How to Handle Complainers Illustration:Don’t complain and talk about all your problems--80 percent of people don’t care; the other 20 percent will think you deserve them. Mark Twain. Illustration: A heavy wagon was being dragged along a country lane by a team of oxen. The axles groaned and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prevail Over Your Problems As Jesus Did

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2003

based on 16 ratings

| 4,269 views

With the power of Christ we can prevail over any problem. The Lord Jesus gave us His Holy Spirit to make us victors amidst the strife, hardship and adversity. Our Savior gives us a mastery over whatever complex difficulties we face to demonstrate His omni

1. Jesus taught His disciples to be upbeat, confident and strong in the power of our heavenly Father. The Lord Jesus said, "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." (John 16:33) With the power of Christ we can prevail over any problem. The Lord Jesus gave ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bending God's Ear

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jun 8, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 9,908 views

The Psalmist asked God to "bow down thine ear." Do you need to bend God’s ear today ?

Psalms 86 1. Bow down thine ear, O Lord, hear me: for I am poor and needy. 2. Preserve my soul; for I am holy: O thou my God, save thy servant that trusteth in thee. 3. Be merciful unto me, O Lord: for I cry unto thee daily. 4. Rejoice the soul of thy servant: for unto thee, O Lord, do I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

2nd Sunday After Christmas, Year B

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Dec 30, 2002

based on 64 ratings

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There is seeing, then there is SEEING; there is knowing, then there is KNOWING. How do people see and know Jesus?

Sermon for II Christmas Yr B, 5/01/2003 Based on Jn 1:10, 18 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Well, here we are, celebrating our last day of “The Twelve Days Of Christmas.” On this day, we hear again those marvellous words from the prologue of John’s ...read more

Scripture: John 1:10-18

Denomination: Lutheran

One Person Can't Do It All

Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Dec 31, 2002

based on 115 ratings

| 13,804 views

The sermon is designed to empower all persons to become involved in every phase of the church’s ministry.

One person can’t do it all (Exodus 18:15-27) Have you been around someone who came across as being indispensable? From this persons’ stance, nothing could be done right if it was not done by him or her. Despite the fact that they were others capable of assisting, the person from ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:15-27

Denomination: Methodist

Worthy Of Worship Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 7, 2006

based on 14 ratings

| 5,200 views

Believers embrace God as the object of their life’s worship.

Worthy of Worship Feb. 5, 2006 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A A bulletin carried the announcement: "Due to lack of power, there will be no service tonight." 1 The electric company was going to be working on the grid, & it cut off ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

"Our Accountability For Fellowship" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 28, 2011

based on 4 ratings

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We should gather for fellowship with God’s people with eternity in view.

Our Accountability for Fellowship (READ VERSE 25) “and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” The Day to which the writer refers to here is the Day of Christ’s return. The writer tells us to be faithful to gather together with God’s people with eternity in view. Why? Because . . . 1. We ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

Count The Cost

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Apr 10, 2010

| 3,491 views

Jesus warned us to “count the cost” (Luke 14:25-33) of discipleship.

Count The Cost 03/01/09 AM Text: Ephesians 5:15 - 17 (NASB) Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, making the most of your time, because the days are evil. So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. Introduction Comic Non-Sequitur by Wiley ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Odds Are

Contributed by Sanford Colquitt on Apr 8, 2009

based on 1 rating

| 3,032 views

God gives you the advantage to live successfully

The Odds Are… Sunday, April 5, 2009 II Corinthians 2:11 Resist the Tactics Intro: I believe that today many have a question which is unanswerable -- the question being, “How in the world did we get to where we are in our great country in such a short time?” It is, I believe, documented in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Heavenly, Holy Abba Series

Contributed by Pedro Trinidad on Feb 5, 2010

based on 1 rating

| 3,750 views

When we pray the Lord's Prayer is not only requests, but a recognition of our need to come closer to God and the closer we get the more we realize our need for God.

Key Text: Matthew 6:9 “This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, Key Thought: Our Father God is a true Father figure that we can approach, trust and love. Point #1 – The reason Jesus gives the model prayer The background to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Relationship Of Believers To Religionists

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 28, 2012

based on 2 ratings

| 4,353 views

Persecution can cause the believer to stumble and fall. It can cause us to sometimes question our own beliefs. It can cause us to weaken and return to the way of false religion. It can make us not want to witness. And sometimes this persecution can ca

So far in chapter 15 of the gospel of John we have talked about: • The relationship of Jesus to the people of the world. • The relationship of Jesus to believers. • The relationship of believers to believers. • The relationship of believers to the world. Tonight we move ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

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