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Y Christian?

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 14, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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Why are we so concerned that people should become christians?

Y CHRISTIAN Romans 10.1-13 George Barna, a market researcher on Christianity, recently revealed that 51%, or 1 out of 2 people, believed ‘good people’ went to heaven. Sophie Loren, some of you are old enough to know who that is, said this when asked if she was going to heaven: “I should to heaven, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-13

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Rest Is God's Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005

based on 44 ratings

| 8,331 views

God has called upon us to walk before him in holiness, and has revealed that he is powerful enough to make his promises come to pass.

Pastor’s note: I wanted to call this "A Cut above" but couldn’t bring myself to do it. Passage: Genesis 17:1-27 In Genesis 15 God came to Abram and introduced repeated to him the Abrahamic covenant and it’s central tenant; that of God’s undeserved blessing to Abram. God took Abram outside the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Arrival Of Hope Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Feb 2, 2005

based on 9 ratings

| 5,317 views

One overriding lesson of the Life of Abraham, especially as it relates to Isaac is that God is in control.

One overriding lesson of the Life of Abraham, especially as it relates to Isaac is that God is in control. That’s the message as we leave chapter 20 and move into chapter 21. In chapter 12, God promises Abraham a son. That promise is repeated throughout Abraham’s 25 year journey till this ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Difference

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Feb 22, 2005

based on 17 ratings

| 4,742 views

Peter and Judas are very much alike! Both are apostles. Both rise up the ladder of success -- Peter the spokesman of apostles and Judas the treasurer. And both deny and betray Christ. The difference is -- to whom to they turn in their darkest moments?

The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper is full of meaning. It is a spiritual food that nourishes our souls. It is a part of worship Christ commands of us. It is an experiencing of the presence of Christ in a real and tangible way. It is something we do as a community – we never ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-71

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Barnabas

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005

based on 24 ratings

| 13,715 views

The need to encourage others

Intro: Picture yourself with me back in the early church. Jesus has died, risen, and ascended back into heaven. The apostles are in charge of the early church. These are the twelve who had been taught by Jesus. They do signs, wonders, and miracles. The church looks to them for leadership. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Expectations Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Jan 12, 2003

based on 168 ratings

| 17,790 views

1st in the series "Conversations With Jesus." The invitation Jesus made to the first disciples is the same he extends to us today.

Army Recruiting Slogans (I used posters on powerpoint): I Want You Be all that you can be An Army of one The army’s recruiting pitch has been evolving over the years as the needs and desires of the target population has changed. But Jesus hasn’t changed his pitch, in fact... Proposition: ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He Will Not Fail You!

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 19, 2005

based on 11 ratings

| 21,413 views

A message proclaiming the faithfulness of God.

Disclaimer: Concepts and source material for this sermon has been gleaned from many different sources. I have attempted to acknowledgethese sources whenever possible. HE WILL NOT FAIL YOU PSALM 89:33-34 INTRODUCTION: Little Suzie finished her prayer and said: “Dear God, before I finish, I want ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 89:33-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Invitation Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 8, 2006

| 4,928 views

2nd in the Series "Near to His Heart: The Gospel of John"

This morning is the second message in our series “Near to His heart.” Last week we saw how our drawing near to the Lord is only possible because He drew near first—he put on human flesh and came to earth. This week we see the second thing that makes it possible for us to draw near—the fact that ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Tape Measure And The Bible

Contributed by Michael Fritz on Nov 26, 2006

based on 7 ratings

| 12,202 views

If I were to take this tape measure this morning and measure this pulpit . . . and I were to say that it was ___ inches wide would you believe me? Why? What gives this Power Pro Craft Serial # TM1210N the ability to be right or even accurate?

“The Bible and the Tape Measure” “We will trust a tape measure, but not God’s Word” Text: Psalms 119:9-11 (KJV) 9 Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word. 10 With my whole heart have I sought thee: O let me not wander from thy commandments. 11 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-11

Denomination: Holiness

Keep God's Word Close At Hand

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Aug 1, 2002

based on 34 ratings

| 13,497 views

Sermon on the importance of Christian education

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, How many of you have a cell phone that you usually take with you wherever you go? Let’s see a show of hands. How many of you know someone who hardly ever goes anywhere without their cell phone? Especially now that cell phones have become smaller, cheaper, and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:9-14, Deuteronomy 30:1-33

Denomination: Lutheran

Wedding Ceremony/Vows

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 6, 2002

based on 106 ratings

| 18,493 views

I had the honor of performing my daughter’s wedding. Thought I’d share the ceremony I wrote.

PASTOR’S PRAYER Let us pray. Lord Jesus, we thank You that we have before us today, two young people that have first received Your love through salvation and have dedicated their lives to You before they sought to love and dedicate themselves to each other. No one can truly love until they have ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Mystery Of Godliness

Contributed by Ronald Keller on Sep 17, 2002

based on 164 ratings

| 13,171 views

A non-musical look at one of the church’s earliest hymns about Jesus.

"THE GREAT MYSTERY OF GODLINESS" INTRODUCTION All of us like some kind of music. Music seems to have always had a place in the church. Some I like. Some I do not like. You probably have the same feelings: But out of Christian love, we endure other types of music, knowing that others find it a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16, 1 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Demonic Understanding Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 24, 2002

based on 36 ratings

| 5,637 views

Understanding the realistic power of Satan and learning that Scripture recognizes this power and shows us how to deal with it.

ACCORDING TO JESUS THE TASK OF DEALING WITH AND DRIVING OUT DEMONS HAS BEEN ASSIGNED TO YOU! WHEN IT COMES TO DEALING WITH THE DEVIL, GOD, THROUGH HIS HOLY SPIRIT, GIVES YOU EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO FIGHT EVIL. LUKE 9:1, “…JESUS CALLED TOGETHER HIS TWELVE APOSTLES AND GAVE THEM POWER AND AUTHORITY ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

Living With The Enemy Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 27, 2002

based on 254 ratings

| 25,448 views

Jesus taught us to forgive our enemies... but I’d just as soon not, thank you. Why is it so important for me to forgive people who have worked so hard at being my enemies?

OPEN: Clarence Darrow, the famed criminal lawyer once joked: "Everyone is a potential murderer. I have not killed anyone - but I frequently get satisfaction out of obituary notices." APPLY: Now, why would we find that humorous? We find it funny because it comes so close to the truth. Of all the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Doesn't Accept Excuses

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Nov 1, 2003

based on 46 ratings

| 8,936 views

3 Reasons from the genalogy of Jesus, why God won’t accept our excuses.

GOD DOESN’T ACCEPT EXCUSES ** Erika’s testimony My friends, it doesn’t matter what your background is like, it doesn’t matter what mistakes you’ve made; God will forgive and can help you, so He doesn’t accept excuses. Each one of the Gospels was written by a different writer, for a different ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

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