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By Itself!

Contributed by Einar Kristoffersen on Sep 8, 2008

Gods work alone!

BY ITSELF! Mark 4:26-32 26 And He was saying, "The kingdom of God is like a man who casts seed upon the soil; 27 and he goes to bed at night and gets up by day, and the seed sprouts and grows--how, he himself does not know. 28 "The soil produces crops by itself; first the blade, then the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-32

Denomination: Lutheran

A Message For Palm Sunday

Contributed by David Mcnally on Apr 17, 2011

The change in the people between Palm Sunday and Good Friday shows clearly the fickleness of sinful mankind compared to the steadfastness of God, who never lets us down

Bible: Zechariah 9:9 and Matthew 21:1-11 SERMON – Palm Sunday 2011 The steadfastness of God compared to the fickleness of man What is Palm Sunday all about? First of all about palms – palm branches – big fronds, torn from palm trees to be laid down on the rough surface of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Motivation Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 17, 2011

Vision sermon on urgency, time is now, motivation for the common ground growth that we argued would be our goal

Text: Nehemiah 2:17-18, Title: New Riverlutions: Finding Motivation, Date/Place: NRBC, 1/16/11, AM A. Opening illustration: Sense of Urgency video, On October 16, 1555, Hugh Latimer and Nicolas Ridley were tied to the stake to be burned for their Protestant teaching and preaching and their ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Good News Of Jesus As King

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 1, 2013

It was always in the plan of God that Jesus would be presented as a King. The problem with the kingship of Jesus was that God’s King and Man’s King were not necessarily the same thing.

GOD’S GOOD NEWS OF JESUS AS KING. Luke 19:28-44 http://chirb.it/FN2Frf I. THE PLAN OF GOD HAD ALWAYS BEEN THAT JESUS WOULD BE A KING. 1.) Jesus was recognized as king at the time of his conception. A.) Luke 1:31-33 B.) Observe if you will these statements from the angel Gabriel to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons On Religion

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 16, 2010

In the story of the Pharisee and tax collector, Jesus contrasts true and false religion.

Lessons on Religion Luke 18:9-14 INTRODUCTION A. Are some things what they don’t appear to be? 1. Have you ever thought you might not be who you think you are? 2. Is it possible to think you are a Christian when you’re not? 3. The world seems flat when you look at the horizon, Columbus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Ideal Servant Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Feb 4, 2009

Spiritual power, perseverance, purpose, and parenting made Paul the ideal servant to those he was leading. And we are all called to be servants. Link inc. to formatted text and PowerPoint.

The Ideal Servant I Thessalonians 2:1-12 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/IdealServant.html Being a servant is a calling. And you have that call. Preachers are called, but you are called as well. Preachers go ‘calling’. Once a minister went to call on one of the elderly widows of the church. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Birds And Marionettes: Free Will Vs. Predestination

Contributed by Ash Harmon on Aug 22, 2017

A brief look at free will from a Wesleyan prospective.

So today I would like to take a few moments to examine one of John Wesley’s most important observations of the faith and a cornerstone of the doctrinal standard of the United Methodist Church: free will. Hopefully, after today, you will be fully prepared to go toe-to-toe in a debate with your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: United Methodist

This Obstacle Could Be An Opportunity.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 21, 2016

You understand what sandpaper could be to wood? Well, problems and obstacles could be a tool that brings us closer to God? It is up to you.

THIS OBSTACLE COULD BE A GREAT OPPORTUNITY. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have heard discussed WHAT IS THE OPPOSITE OF FAITH? Well, the logical answer is DOUBT.... Might we add several other elements. FEAR --- WORRY... APATHY --- DO NOTHING... ERROR BECAUSE OF NOT KNOWING THE WORD ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:12-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

White As Snow!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Dec 7, 2016

In this World, the corruption of the heart is more dangerous than corruption seen in Government offices...Jesus by removing corruption from the heart can remove financial corruption of the Society!!!

White as Snow In our Great Country, the talk of the town since November 8th (since evening of Nov 8th to be more precise) has been “Demonetization” of Rs 500/- and Rs1,000/- currency notes by the Central ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: *other

Genesis 31:1-55 – Learning From A Toxic Workplace Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Feb 28, 2015

It’s time to become a returnee and brave the journey to the land of promise. But is he prepared to lose his job to pursue his destiny? Are you?

Genesis 31:1-55 – LEARNING FROM A TOXIC WORKPLACE He has been bullied into working for them for many years. Now he overhears his co-workers making derisive comments about him in a private conversation. They falsely accuse him of wrong-doing and attack his character. They don’t even ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:1-55

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Aim High!

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 2, 2015

Baby Dedication Sermon to remind parents of the ultimate priority in raising children -- lead them to follow God.

1. Stork A little boy asked his mother where he came from, and also where she had come from as a baby. His mother gave him a tall tale about a beautiful white-feathered bird. The boy asked his grandmother the same question and received a variation on the bird story. Outside to his playmate he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wow, What A Mighty God I Serve! Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Aug 10, 2022

In the story of Daniel in the Lions' den, we see how great our God is.

INTRODUCTION Daniel was placed in the lions’ den. A stone was placed in front of the den. It was sealed with the king’s signet ring which meant it was not to be opened except in the presence of the king. Daniel, now about 90 years old, finds himself in a den of lions, we are not told how many ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

"When The Manna Ceased” Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Mar 31, 2022

Now they have crossed the threshold of the Jordan River into the promised land. They are entering into a new season a new time with God and new experiences. Covid-19 is ending, or at least transitioning and they are moving into a season of blessing. But, the manna has stoped.

When the manna ceased Joshua 5:9-12 Forty years of wandering behind them. A generation has come and gone. They are now inside — just inside — the promised land. Encamped at Gilgal. With the liberative threshold that was the Red Sea crossing, God brought their parents out of Egypt, out of slavery. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:9-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Paul’s Trial In Caesarea Philippi (Part 1) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 15, 2024

Can any man (or woman) truly be greater than the Gospel? Even with all the pomp and ceremony of the Roman culture, Paul stands firm on the premise that life is not about us, but is about Jesus. This is his testimony, and one that we can learn to emulate also!

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 37 Paul’s trial in Caesarea Philippi Acts 25:1-27 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week: discussed Paul being a prisoner for 2+ years (by Felix) in Casearia -- Felix was hoping Paul would ...read more

Scripture: Acts 25:1-27, Matthew 5:11, Acts 23:11, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Ephesians 4:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Right Church Leadership (1 Timothy 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 6, 2024

Do we have the right to reinterpret Paul's inspired qualifications for elders and deacons, adapting them to a sinful society? Let's find out in 1 Timothy 3.

Do we have any authority to ignore Paul’s inspired qualifications for elders and deacons? Do we have any authority for man-made requirements? Do we have any authority to ordain women as elders? Do we trust that God inspired Paul with instructions for all time, or do we bend them to suit the whims ...read more

Denomination: Baptist