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How To Act In A Paradoxical World Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 24, 2010

We are encouraged to trust God even when things don't add up.

Scripture One Bible commentator says of our text for today, “This is one of those passages that sets preachers to pacing in their studies, wringing their hands: What does it mean? How do we preach it?” Another commentator says of the first part of today’s text (7:15-24), ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:15-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Bone Weary

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 29, 2010

Like Jeremiah, we get bone weary when we feel abandoned, when we are living out of tune with the times, and when we suppress the desire to live in integrity. But In Christ we see one who experienced all this but lives to give us new life.

Calverton Baptist Church, Silver Spring, MD, January 31, 1982; Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC September 22, 1985 There was a time when I did not really know what it meant to be tired. I still cherish the image of myself as tireless, limitless in energy, able to leap tall buildings ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Powerful Presence Of God

Contributed by Chris Blackshaw on Oct 31, 2010

Moses, is called by God, he experiences that powerful presence and is moved to do great things in his name.

In our readings this afternoon we have a very strong and powerful message. We read about Moses, a man who was a reluctant leader of God’s people, a man who thought he was a bad speaker and a man who doubted himself to do the job that God wanted him to do. Yet despite his own feelings about ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-23

Denomination: Methodist

Wise Enough To Seek Him Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 2, 2010

Matthew now introduces us to a fascinating part of the story of the birth of Jesus by introducing a group of mysterious travelers who have come seeking Jesus. There are three things in this story that proved that they really were “Wise men."

“Wise Enough to Seek Him” Matthew 2: 1-12 For many of us the joy and anticipation of the season has been reduced to figuring out what we can afford to give our loved ones. It is from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of The Virgin Birth Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 3, 2010

The virgin birth is not just an option to be considered indeed what we need to understand is that the Virgin Birth rests on the “great divide” that separates those who believe the Bible is God’s Word, and those who don’t.

The Reality of the Virgin Birth Matthew 1:18-25 We live in a day of Oprah-style “cafeteria religion,” people believe that they can just pick and choose what to believe they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Un-Finished Tasks With Promise.

Contributed by Darrell Vaughn on Nov 6, 2010

The recognition of the high call Jesus placed upon our lives and the equipping of the body to carry out these specifics with a promise from our Lord.

“Father, I am your servant, willing and desiring to be used to bless your people.” The Fields are white and the laborers are few! 2. C.H. Spurgeon said, “If God does not save a man by truth he certainly will not save them by lies, and if the old ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Enjoy Life! Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 7, 2010

In today's lesson we are urged, in view of the certainty of death and the unpredictability of life, to enjoy life to the fullest.

Scripture In his quest to find out how to live a meaningful life the writer of Ecclesiastes urges his readers, in view of the certainty of death and the unpredictability of life, to enjoy life to the fullest. Let us read Ecclesiastes 9:1-12: 1 But all this I laid to heart, examining it all, how ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Truth Telling

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 8, 2010

Paul sharing his faith before Festus - email for PowerPoint slides - gcurley@gcurley.info

Truth Telling Reading: Acts chapter 26 verses 19-29. ill: 4 boys entered the classroom at school two hours late; • And nervously, rather sheepishly; • They told their teacher they were late due to a flat tire. • The teacher knowing what rascals these 4 boys were decided to test their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:19-29

Denomination: Brethren

Discovering The Mission Of Mankind-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 9, 2010

1 of 2. God had a mission for mankind, & He still does. How is mankind’s mission to be experienced/entered/engaged/found/discovered? Mankind’s mission is bound-up in His...

DISCOVERING the MISSION of MANKIND—Genesis 2:4-25 Attention: A zoning board had just been set up in a new community. A homeowner went to the office to request permission to build a small tool shed in his backyard. "Do you have a plan?" asked the director. "Oh, yes," said the owner, who showed him ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Servants Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Nov 12, 2010

Presents the offices of the church and the roles of the members.

Introduction Sometimes in studying God’s Word you find a nugget of truth that really speaks to you. I found such a nugget in our passage. It is this: I am God’s gift to you! Now, before you take me to Walmart for a gift exchange, let’s go through this passage together and see if ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Praise The Lord!

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 19, 2010

5 Great reasons to Praise the Lord

Praise the Lord! Colossians 1:12-27 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - August 8, 2010 *John Piper once said: “To be supremely loving, God must give us what will be best for us and delight us most; He must give us Himself. But what do we do when we are given or shown something ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-27

Denomination: Baptist

Leadership That Matters Series

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Nov 21, 2010

Talk 2 in a series from Titus. The importance and characteristics of church elders.

Mark McCrindle is social researcher from the University of NSW who is interested in the changing face of our country. Recently he sampled 5,000 people for their views on leadership (report 16 September 2010). Who is the leader you most admire in history? Winston Churchill was on top with 8.2% of ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Time For Testimony Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Nov 23, 2010

When we realize that we need nothing anymore, that God has provided everything we really need, we can show our thanksgiving to God by living for Him and helping other people find the giver of life. Like the 24 elders who get off their throne and fall down

Today we again have a little interlude from all the horror of the judgments. Thankfully God gives us these little breathers throughout Revelation because it is so intense. This is Thanksgiving weekend, and of course we should be the most thankful people of all knowing that we have a saviour that ...read more

How To Give To God Part 3

Contributed by David Scudder on Nov 23, 2010

If we have really given our bodies to Christ then giving our wallets will be easy. The reason we struggle to give our wallets to Christ is because we don=t trust the Lord with what we already have, i.e. our bodies.

Purpose: To encourage biblical giving. Aim: I want the listener to learn how to worship God with their giving. INTRODUCTION: Why did Paul say: “Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Glory On The Mountain!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010

Glory On The Mountain! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Ill: • A school music teacher asked her class the difference between listening and hearing. • At first there was no response. • Finally a hand went up and a youngster offered this wise definition: • “Listening is wanting to hear.” • As Christians we believe the Spirit of God is always ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-13

Denomination: Brethren