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The 4 Points: #3: Christ Died For Our Sins: Story: The Mesage Of The Cross. Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 26, 2024

THE 4 POINTS: #3: Christ Died For Our Sins: Story: The Message of the Cross - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • The cross to the world – “a message.” (vs 18&24) • The cross to the Jews = “stumbling-block” (vs 23b) • The cross to the Greeks = “foolishness” (vs 23c) • The cross to believers = “the power & wisdom of God” (vs 24) SERMON BODY: Ill: • In 2014, a metal detectorist ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Brethren

The Impact Of God’s Truth On Our Lives Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 18, 2024

1 Corinthians 7:17, Philippians 4:12, and Romans 11:33-34. Each of these verses offers unique insights into how the truth of God transforms our identity, our contentment, and our understanding.

Transformed by Truth: The impact of God’s truth on our lives Introduction: Today, we are exploring the profound impact of God’s truth on our lives through three pivotal scriptures: 1 Corinthians 7:17, Philippians 4:12, and Romans 11:33-34. Each of these verses offers unique insights into how the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17, Philippians 4:12, Romans 11:33-34, Jeremiah 29:11, 1 Timothy 6:6-7, Isaiah 55:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Baptism Of Jesus Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God's ways are often counterintuitive to our human understanding, but when we trust and partner with Him, we can experience His power and presence in our lives.

Hey everyone! Today, we're going to talk about something that might seem a bit strange at first, but stick with me, okay? We're going to look at how God's ways are often counterintuitive, which means they might not make sense to us at first. But trust me, there's a reason for it all. But first, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Topics: Divine Plan, Faith, Spiritual Trust, Counterintuitive Wisdom

Unanswered Prayer (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Mar 1, 2023

God invites us to ask Him, and we will receive (Matthew 7:7). But why does He sometimes not answer our prayers? This sermon series explains several possibilities for why God does not grant our prayers.

Prayer is an essential part of the Christian life and an excellent means of communication with our Heavenly Father. We can express our deepest longings, fears, joys, and hopes through prayer, seek God's guidance and help and intercede for others. However, sometimes it seems God is not answering ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, 1 John 5:14, James 4:3, Psalm 66:18, Isaiah 59:1-2, 1 Peter 3:7, Jonah 3:5-10, Genesis 21:14-19, 1 Kings 21:17-29, Mark 7:24-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dr. Solomon

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jul 7, 2005

God desires that we lovingly revere Him as we find His wisdom

#2005-27 Title: Dr. Solomon Text: Proverbs 1:1-19 Truth: God desires that we lovingly revere Him as we find His wisdom. Aim: To help them know how to find God’s wisdom for living. Life ?: How do we find God’s wisdom? INTRODUCTION There are many proverbs that sound like they come from the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Generation That Doesn't Know God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

Explores our lifelong duty to share God's love and wisdom with future generations.

Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and souls, united in the name of our Lord. It's a joy to come together, to share in the love and wisdom that radiates from the Holy Scripture. Today, we're turning the pages of our Bibles to Psalm 71:18, a verse that speaks volumes about our duty ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:18

Topics: Communication, Responsibility

What Is That In Your Hand? Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 7, 2001

Whenever God asks a question, we should give careful attention to why he asks . . . . and to what we answer

The Questions of God: “What Is That In Your Hand?” Scripture: Exodus 4:1-17 Text: Exodus 4:2 Intro: A week ago today, over a hundred kids and adults from OBF got back from the annual Tennessee Trek camping experience. Over the course of that week, many of the campers and staff experienced the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-17, Exodus 4:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

7 Questions Of The Resurrected Christ

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

This sermon is about the 7 questions that Jesus asked after His resurrection and could be the questions He is asking us today.

7 QUESTIONS OF THE RESURRECTED CHRIST OUTLINE 1.WHY ARE YOU WEEPING ? 2.WHOM ARE YOU SEEKING ? 3.WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT ? 4.ARE NOT THESE THINGS FORETOLD IN THE SCRIPTURES ? 5.CHILDREN DO YOU HAVE ANY FOOD ? 6.DO YOU LOVE ME ? 7.IF HE STAYS ALIVE TILL I COME WHAT DOES IT MATTER TO YOU ...read more

Scripture: John 20:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 25, 2015

This message (not a complete manuscript) wrestles with the question that Jesus asked His disciples but also places it in the context of where it was asked?

In the Movie Talladega Nights there is a supper scene, I have “edited” this a little bit. (Characters: Ricky, Carly, Cal, Walker, Texas Ranger, Chip the father-in-law) Show the video if you are brave, but maybe edit it. “Carly: Supper’s ready! C’mon ya’ll. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: United Methodist

The Beginning Of… Temptation Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 16, 2010

God’s ways, words, and wisdom, are questioned in tempting us to sin.

Scripture Introduction So, three men walk into a museum, one British, one French, one Russian. They stand together admiring a painting of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. The Brit says, “Look at their reserve, their calm. They must be British.” “Nonsense,” the ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mottos For Our Military

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 9, 2023

Jesus asks or warns all to be ready be wise not foolish.

“Mottos of our Military” Matthew 25:1-13 The church has had mottos to Open minds, open hearts, open doors, we belong to God, We are to be filled with God, and we are to serve God • US. army “This we’ll Defend ,US Marines “Always Faithful” • US Navy “Not Self But Country”,US Air Force “ Aim ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

"why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?"

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2020

The question we are tackling this morning is asked perhaps more than any other question about God. A question people around the world are asking right at this moment.

“Why do bad things happen to Good People?” James 1:1-12 The question we are tackling this morning is asked perhaps more than any other question about God. A question people around the world are asking right at this moment. It has been referred to as The Achilles Heel of Christianity – the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Worth Living Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 13, 2012

There are four questions we ask about life: Who am I? Where did I come from? Why am I here? Where am I going? These questions are asked by everyone at some point. Solomon asks all of those questions as he pursues the meaning in life.

Ecclesiastes 1:1-18 A Life Worth Living There are four questions we ask about life: Who am I? Where did I come from? Why am I here? Where am I going? These questions are asked by everyone at some point. We want to know what our purpose for existence is. Introduction – Life, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

What The Bible Says About Heaven

Contributed by Lee Snyder on Feb 11, 2010

These are answers to questions someone asked Lee about heaven.

What the Bible Says About Heaven by Lee Snyder Note: Someone asked Lee what the Bible tells us about life in heaven. He said he wished he knew more about the subject, but maybe this will help a little. He added that he knew the person would look up the verses so the person could judge for himself ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Belief That Is Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Nov 25, 2008

How can these things be? That was the question Nicodemus asked Jesus in our passage today. Do you ever find yourself asking that question?

A few weeks ago, when we looked at 2:23-25, I titled the sermon, “Belief That Isn’t.” This morning, I’m using the title, “Belief That Is.” Before John introduced us to the person of Nicodemus in chapter 3, he took just a few verses to describe the vast majority of people who were around Jesus at ...read more

Scripture: John 3:9-15

Denomination: Baptist