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Full Or Empty (Palm Sunday)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 22, 2021

There is a difference between being full and being empty. There is also a difference between being empty and emptying one's self.

FULL OR EMPTY Text: Philippians 2:5 - 11 The late Bishop Fulton J. Sheen was greeted by a burst of applause when he made his appearance as a speaker at a meeting in Minneapolis. He responded by saying: “Applause before a speaker begins is an act of faith. Applause during the speech is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Living In Two Worlds (Easter Sunday 2017).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

Colossians 3:1 - 4 tells believers about how we live in two worlds because we are new creatures in Christ in the here and now who are not hindered by earthly things because we set our minds on the things above.

LIVING IN TWO WORLDS Text: Colossians 3:1-4 Phillips Brooks, the clergy man, former Bishop in the Episcopal Church and author of the Christmas hymn “O Little Town Of Bethlehem” also had something important to say about Easter. “The great Easter truth is not that we are to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: United Methodist

A Change Of Mind PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

This sermon aims to explore the concept of a "renewed mind" as presented in Romans 12:1-2, emphasizing its importance and power in leading a life that is pleasing to God and beneficial for us.

Good morning, Church family! We're here today to unpack an incredible scripture that points us to the essence of Christian living. Romans 12:1-2, it's a passage you've probably heard before. It goes like this, "Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Topics: Renewed Mind

A Cold Heart

Contributed by A.c. Caincross on Jul 6, 2001

This sermon will charge the apathetic and encourage the faithful.

Intro: Christ writes seven letters to seven different churches. These messages have a three-fold meaning: 1. primary association-to the church 2. personal application-to the individual 3. prophetic anticipation-seven stages in the Church age I. The Assembly According ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Pathway To Spiritual Maturity

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 21, 2006

This passage of Scripture give a person the pathway to spiritual maturity.

THE PATHWAY TO SPIRITUAL MATURITY Acts 2:1 - 42 1. Have you ever wondered about the purpose of something? ILL Notebook: Purpose (wooden spoons) One day during cooking class, the teacher, Mrs. Pritchard, was extolling her secrets for preparing perfect sauces. When she ordered the class to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Law Of Love #2 Series

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 21, 2006

• The sin nature is present within every person until he or she becomes born again and supernaturally receives a new heart from God.

Mankind is born with the tendency to think and act selfishly, but the agape love of God is deposited within his heart when he becomes born again. Once a Believer develops in love, power becomes available, but walking in love is a process that requires sacrifice and development. A. Mankind is born ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Who Are Strong

Contributed by Glen Lawhun on Nov 6, 2004

We who are strong ought to bear with, help and encourage those who are weak, what every it takes, to help them avoid the awful consequences of losing their Christian life.

We who are strong… Romans 14:14 thru Romans 15:3 1. Romans 14:14-17 a. …there is nothing unclean of itself… (I Tim 4:4) When it comes to food, everything can be used for food if thanks is given. Often we as Christians forget to give thanks to God and sometimes our bodies reject food that is meant ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Law Of Love Pt.2 Series

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Mar 16, 2006

Once a Believer develops in love, power becomes available, but walking in love is a process that requires sacrifice and development.

Mankind is born with the tendency to think and act selfishly, but the agape love of God is deposited within his heart when he becomes born again. Once a Believer develops in love, power becomes available, but walking in love is a process that requires sacrifice and development. A. Mankind is born ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Growth

Contributed by Robert Glass on Oct 19, 2011

A Barometer for Christian Growth.

Christian Growth (2 Peter 3:18) (2 Peter 3:18) But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen. We are to grow. We can’t stay dormant. We must improve ourselves. The word Grace means favor. Jesus, himself, grew. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can God Trust You?

Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on May 26, 2015

God is looking for those who hold His glory, His will and His interests in a priority above their own earthy wants and gains.

Isaiah 22:22 I will place on his shoulder the key to the house of David; what he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open. A trusted servant wore the key to the king's house on his shoulder. Q: How do we become TRUSTED?? Do you know what God REQUIRES of us in order to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Charismatic

Speed Limits And Stop Signs

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 7, 2021

We must stand firm in God’s righteousness, especially in the political environment of "offense."

Speed Limits and Stop Signs March 7, 2021 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must stand firm in God’s righteousness. Focus Passage: Romans 1:18-32 Especially v 32 Supplemental Passage: God created man in His own image, in the image of God He ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32, Isaiah 5:20

Denomination: Baptist

Mount Of Transfiguration

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Aug 9, 2004

Jesus has come to complete the work of Moses and Elijah through his death on the cross.

Sunday March 12, 2000 New Tribes Mission is a pioneer missionary organization. They target tribes who have never before heard the Gospel of Jesus Christ. One of their primary aims has been to translate the Word of God into the language of the tribe. Thirty years ago, a missionary would go out ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Baptist

Glory Of The Believers Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 15, 2022

The Church has lost primary focus on Missions and Evangelism, fellowship rather involved accusing one another on the basis of food, clothes, and a few habits pertaining to various cultural identities, causing many to stumble in their faith walk and lose their commitment to Christ and to the Church.

Romans 14:17-23 Glory of the believers Nature of the Kingdom of God Paul points out to his readers and listeners that the Kingdom of God is not related to food habits and approved drinks. The Kingdom of God is spiritual, apolitical, and beyond food and drinks. Discussion of Foods and their habits ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17-23

Denomination: Methodist

Our True Significance In Christ Series

Contributed by Steve Hanchett on Apr 23, 2001

A look at the encounter Jesus had with Zachaeus and how Christ changed his life.

“True Significance is Found in Christ” Luke 19:1-10 Steve Hanchett, pastor Berry Road Baptist Church April, 8, 2001 “Then Jesus entered and passed through Jericho. Now behold, there was a man named Zacchaeus who was a chief tax collector, and he was rich. And he sought to see who Jesus was, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Promise For Testing Times Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 17, 2009

James closes this section on times of testing with a promise for the believers who are suffering under trial by reminding them that God rewards those who remain faithful.

JAMES 1:12 A PROMISE FOR TESTING TIMES [Hebrews 12:1-2] Chippie THE PARAKEET never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage. The next he was sucked in, washed up, and blown over. The problems began when Chippie’s owner decided to clean Chippie’s cage with a vacuum ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12, James 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist