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Peter's Passion Series

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Mar 29, 2009

based on 7 ratings

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This sermon attempts to look beyond Peter’s denial to the passion that motivated the failure, and which the Lord was ultimately able to use powerfully.

Peter’s Passion (Lenten Series) Scripture: Mark 14:27-31; 53-54; 66b-72 Two weeks ago we talked about Lazarus’ Dance, last week we looked at Mary’s Worship. This week we are going to look at the story that most of us refer to as Peter’s Denial. But what I want us to explore and learn from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-72

Denomination: Wesleyan

Family: The Lord Makes & Satan Takes Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 16, 2012

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God created three institutions: The Family; The Church; and The Government. Satan attempts to disrupt each of these. This lesson is a reminder of the importance of the Family.

1. Chuck Swindoll tells the story of a man who backed his bright, shiny new Cadillac out of the driveway and headed for the freeway on his daily commute to work downtown. He was busily shaving himself as he drove--a normal operation for him. I suppose he had his radio on, and he was listening to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Have Faith In God

Contributed by John D Jones on May 1, 2012

based on 3 ratings

| 9,955 views

Those who truly depend upon God, lay hold of divine opportunities and see the invisible, attempt the impossible and achieve the unthinkable!

In Mark 11, we find Jesus and His disciples en route to Jerusalem. Travelling from Bethany, it was a 2 mile journey. As they make their way, in the distance Jesus sees a fig tree. He was hungry and was sorely disappointed to find the tree fruitless. It may seem strange that the Lord Jesus would ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

God, If He Is Good Why Is There So Much Bad Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 31, 2019

based on 5 ratings

| 8,711 views

This message is an attempt to answer some of the honest questions people have about how if God is good , then why is there so much suffering.

God, If He Is Good Why Is There So Much Bad? "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways," declares the LORD. "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” - Isaiah 55:8,9 What are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cheerleaders, Nachos, And Jerseys Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 26, 2016

| 3,925 views

Worship of God consists of a few essential elements. This message will attempt to identify those essentials and help us latch onto them.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church November 11, 2012 David Simpson Soldiers of the Cross 2 Timothy 2:1-4 You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Saved?"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 6, 2005

based on 14 ratings

| 3,112 views

While we’re attempting to reach "Harry and Sally" with updated methods and terminology, let’s not throw the baby out with the bath water

“But when the kindness of God our Savior and His love for mankind appeared, He saved us, not on the basis of deeds which we have done in righteousness, but according to His mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out upon us richly through Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:4-7

Denomination: Orthodox

Fear Not Little Flock

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jan 12, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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Christians have no need to attempt to vindicate themselves through scrupulous attention to legal system since in Jesus Christ are provided with righteousness and an Advocate.

EASTER III I Peter 2:19?25 John 10:1?10 PSALM 23 "Count it all joy to follow in His steps." I Peter 2:19?25 For this is a gracious thing, when, mindful of God, one endures sorrows while suffering unjustly. For what credit is it if, when you sin and are beaten for it, you endure? But if when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:19-25

Denomination: Anglican

Love Overcomes

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 16, 2006

based on 15 ratings

| 3,552 views

Christ’s love in us overcomes the world, the fleshly tendency for self-centeredness and the devil’s attempts to demean, demoralize and defeat us.

Interpersonal Do’s and Don’ts John 13:34-13:35 Jesus said, "A new commandment I give to you that you love one another as I have loved you. By this will all men know that you are my disciples because you have love for one another." (John 13:34,35) Illustration: Let us consider one another ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where On Earth Did Marriage Come From?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 13, 2004

based on 70 ratings

| 6,468 views

This sermon attempts to provide a biblical basis for why God created marriage and rebuts the idea of the acceptance of homosexual marriages in our culture today.

Where On Earth Did Marriage Come From? 3/11/2004 Genesis 2:18-25 Ephesians 5:22-33 Suppose you brought you a shiny gold brand new Lexus. You’re looking real good going down the highway. But when you get home, you notice this funny sound when you stop. The next day you notice this ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Look Into The Face Of Christ, And See The Heart Of God.

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 6, 2001

based on 270 ratings

| 12,160 views

Because we cannot ascend to God (which is attempted during the Christmas season), God descends to us, and gives us meaning and joy.

Luke 2:1-20 Look Into The Face of Christ, and See the Heart of God. Of all the holidays during the calendar year, both secular and religious, I would describe Christmas as a high-effort holiday. We have lots of low-effort holidays, like Memorial Day or Labor Day. How much effort do those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

There Is Still One Thing Lacking

Contributed by John Howard on Feb 23, 2002

based on 44 ratings

| 10,944 views

God has little interest in our attempts at being righteous. We will always lack one more thing in our own strength.

Wonder and Amazement How many of you this morning came into the sanctuary and were amazes, awed or astounded? - Just as I thought - Everything was pretty much as you expected right? - Now some of us, and I hope all of us, were drawn into worship as we sang and prayed - But did you come to stand ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 104:1-9, Psalm 104:31-33

Denomination: Baptist

Put God In A Square Box Series

Contributed by Rob Short on Mar 18, 2001

based on 134 ratings

| 8,460 views

The second in the series. About limiting God and how our view of God effects our life. Our attempts to try and manipulate God.

The Seven Habits of Highly Ineffective Christians (2) Put God in a Square Box Cardiff Heights 9 January 2000 Tonight we come to the second in our series on the seven habits of highly ineffective Christians. Some of you are perhaps concerned by the topics we are looking at since your desire is for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Living Pure In An Impure World

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 18, 2000

based on 244 ratings

| 44,708 views

We live in a culture that attempts to pull us contrary to our life in Christ. This sermon examines some helps to maintain a holy focus.

Living Pure in an Impure World Psalm 119:9-11 9 How can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to Your word. 10 With my whole heart I have sought You; Oh, let me not wander from Your commandments! 11 Your word I have hidden in my heart, That I might not sin against You! I have ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-11, 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

Pulling Against God Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 27, 2007

based on 1 rating

| 3,568 views

Discusses how we actually pull against God to attempt to go our own way ot to get God to follow us.

Pulling Against God Scriptures: Romans 12:2; 2 Corinthians 5:7; Proverbs 3:5 Introduction When Elijah (Eli) was small, I would put him on a leash and take him out for walks (he’s the family’s lab). He hated going for walks and he hated the leash even more. We would start down the path and Eli ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can God Love Me? Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Dec 8, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 4,280 views

Attempts to answer the question, "How Can God Love Me?", by examining how special each person is to God. Largely a topical message.

HOW CAN GOD LOVE ME: YOU ARE SOMEONE SPECIAL As you remember, a while back I gave you some cards and asked you to give me some questions you have or some questions that you’ve been asked that I might be able to address. I got a number of cards in response, some of them I have addressed in weeks ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

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