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An Unforgettable Mountaintop Experience Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Aug 4, 2016

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Why God gives us Mountaintop Spiritual Experiences--to be remembered as we go through the valleys of life.

Eye-witness to the Messiah An Unforgettable Mountain-Top Experience Matthew 17:1-13 Did you know that a bad memory can be one of the greatest weaknesses in your spiritual life? It has been for me on at least two occasions, and probably more than I can remember—remember, I have a bad ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13

Denomination: Bible Church

Your Redemption Draweth Nigh

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 4, 2006

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If our religion is going to be more than just performing of obligations we have to ask some hard questions.

"There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on the earth distress among nations confused by the roaring of the sea and the waves. People will faint from fear and foreboding of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. Then they will see ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: United Methodist

Who Is The Boss Of Me?

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Mar 5, 2015

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This message is designed to cause us to reflect upon whether we are asking and allowing God to direct our lives.

As human beings, we share a common desire; that desire is to be in charge of our lives. Consider the lyrics shared by Lesley Gore: You don't own me, I'm not just one of your many toys; You don't own me, don't say I can't go with other boys And don't tell me what to do. And don't tell me what to ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Provides Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Oct 2, 2023

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Sometimes, God asks for what we have so He can give us what we need.

1 Kings 17 The Lord Provides 1 Kings 17:8-14 Then the word of the LORD came to him, saying, 9 “Arise, go to Zarephath, which belongs to Sidon, and dwell there. See, I have commanded a widow there to provide for you.” 10 So he arose and went to Zarephath. And when he came to the gate of the city, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-14, John 12:3-8, 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Poor In Spirit Or Just Spiritually Poor? Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jun 21, 2004

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Who are the poor in spirit, why are they blessed, and the blessing they can expect.

Are You Poor in Spirit or Just Spiritually Poor? Matt. 5:3 INTRO.: The Sermon on the Mount, of which the Beatitudes are a part, is sometimes called "The Constitution of the Kingdom." it contrasts the true nature of the Kingdom of Heaven with popular expectations, Jewish ritualism, and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Conscience - The Umpire, The Fire Alarm, And The Gatekeeper

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 8, 2007

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Have you ever wondered why you do the things you do? Why do you say the things you say and think the way you think?

This morning, I want to talk to you about yourself. Have you ever wondered why you do the things you do? Why do you say the things you say and think the way you think? Sometimes, I think the hardest person in the world for us to understand is ourself. Have you ever felt that way? Well, we’re ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Little Seed - Big Tree Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 19, 2007

based on 66 ratings

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Why did the farmer in this parable plant the mustard seed? Jesus doesn’t stress the harvest from this tree... only the fact that birds come and settle in its branches. Why?

OPEN: There’s a story about a student from MIT who spent an entire summer going to the Harvard football field every day wearing a black and white striped shirt walking up and down the field for ten or fifteen minutes throwing birdseed and blowing a whistle. Then he would walk off the field. At ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is There Any Hope For Our Kids?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000

based on 84 ratings

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With the tragedies surrounding our youth today we must ask the question -- "Is there any hope for our kids?"

"Is There Any Hope For Our Kids?" The past two weeks have been a tragic time of upheaval, uncertainty, and insanity in the lives of our young people. When the news came forth about the shooting in Littleton, Colorado we were all stunned by the news of two students carrying out their plan of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:20-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"What Is Truth?"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 12, 2004

based on 35 ratings

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Pilate asked, but he didn’t really want to know. Knowing the truth calls for decision. Easter sermon.

“Pilate therefore said to Him, ‘So you are a king?’ Jesus answered, ‘You say correctly that I am a king. For this I have been born, and for this I have come into the world, to bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth hears My voice.’ Pilate said to Him, ‘What is truth?’” Two ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37-38

Denomination: Orthodox

The Joy Of Persecution? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 20, 2018

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Paul said that he hoped that he might share in Jesus' suffering. Seriously? Why would he want that?

An extremely nervous patient came for root canal surgery. He was made comfortable in the reclining dental chair a numbing agent was injected around the tooth, and then the dentist left the room for a few minutes while the medication took hold. When the dentist returned, the patient was standing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanks For Everything

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 21, 2001

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This message examines why we aren’t more thankful.

They were without friends, family or future. Ten men thrown together through a common tragedy without a home and without a hope. Have you ever heard someone say “They treated me like a leper” or “they acted like I had leprosy?” Back in the eighties when AIDS was just surfacing and society and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

Church. What Is It Good For? Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Sep 12, 2012

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This sermon gives six reasons why church attendance is important

“A member of a certain church, who previously had been attending services regularly, stopped going. After a few weeks, the pastor decided to visit him. It was a chilly evening. The pastor found the man at home alone, sitting before a blazing fire. Guessing the reason for his pastor’s ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:17

Denomination: Foursquare

Resurrection Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 3, 2018

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Why is the resurrection of Christ important and what does it mean to people?

We read earlier from God’s Word through the Apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 15:3-8 that Jesus died, was buried, but rose from the grave and appeared to over 500 people to show He was alive! Let me share briefly the other truths for us to grasp in 1 Corinthians 15. Again, God spoke through the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-58

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Predict: Jesus Will Come Again Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 23, 2011

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Paul tells me that God’s people "eagerly await" Christ’s return. But why? Why should we be excited and what is it that will make this such a wonderful event for us?

OPEN: People’s minds have been focused on the end of the world of late. A few years ago I began to hear predictions the world would end in 2012 (next year) - a speculation based upon an oddity in an ancient Mayan Calendar. This created quite a stir because the Mayan calendar was an extremely ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Prays For Himself

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 28, 2012

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This passage begins the High Priestly Prayer of Jesus. Jesus’ time had come. His death on the cross was quickly upon Him. So we will see that in the passage that Jesus asked for only two things. He asked that He may glorify the Father in what was about

Tonight’s passage begins the High Priestly Prayer of Jesus. Jesus’ time had come. His death on the cross was quickly upon Him. So we will see that in our passage this evening Jesus asked for only two things. 1. He asked that He may glorify the Father in what was about to ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

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