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How The Holy Spirit Gifts Us - Part 11 Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Apr 7, 2008

Continues to look at the gifts of the Holy Spirit such as Faith, Giving, Intercession, Knowledge, Wisdom, Discernment, Craftsmanship, Apostle

What We Believe Series -Part 11 How the Holy Spirit Gifts Us (Acknowledgement: Dr. Heny Schorr, Centre St. Church, Calgary AB) In his book the Holy Spirit Billy Graham says that man has two huge spiritual needs o One is for forgiveness; the other is for goodness, to make a positive contribution ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-13

Christ's Redemptive Sufferings Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 19, 2014

Christians are called to follow Christ's example in suffering even while doing what is right. Christ Himself suffered unjustly & left us an example of how to suffer & that good can be brought about through suffering.

1 PETER 2: 21-25 [Renewing Hope Series] THE EXAMPLE OF CHRIST'S REDEMPTIVE SUFFERINGS [Luke 24:25-27; 44-47 / Matthew 5:9-12] In Peter 2:21-25 God redirects the attention of suffering Christians to the sufferings of Christ. By looking to Jesus the Christian who suffers unjustly receives ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Baptist

Why Give To God? Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Mar 2, 2015

Part 3 of a 3 part series on Stewardship

Why Give to God? Series: Stewardship Chuck Sligh March 2, 2015 TEXT: 2 Corinthians 8 INTRODUCTION Joke: Today we’re going to talk about giving, and it reminded me of a story I once heard: Two men were shipwrecked on an island and the minute they got there one of them started frantically ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Dangerious Deceit Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 18, 2016

Don't depend on a lie to get you out of trouble; depend on the Lord and trust Him to take you out of "Egypt" as well as take "Egypt" out of you.

A police officer pulled a man over for speeding and had the following exchange: Officer: May I see your driver's license? Driver: I don't have one. I had it suspended when I got my fifth DUI. Officer: May I see the owner's card for this vehicle? Driver: It's not my car. I stole it. Officer: ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Servant Suffers - He Is Rejected Series

Contributed by Buffy Cook on Jan 18, 2015

Seventh in a 12 part series examining THE most important week in all of history: The Passion Week, when Jesus fulfilled Mark 10:45. The Servant Suffers - He Is Rejected; Israel is guilty in their Convocation, Confrontation & Condemnation.

The Passion Week of Christ: A Study from the Book of Mark Week 7: The Servant Suffers - He Is Rejected Mark 14:53-65 I. Introduction A. You know life is full of paradoxes, particularly 21st Century America. Daylight Savings Time - 1st two weeks can't stay awake to experience it! We spend ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:53-65

Denomination: Baptist

The Grand Reunion Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 1, 2020

If you’re grieving the loss of people you love, find comfort in their rest; find comfort in their resurrection; and find comfort in the grand reunion to come.

As Shay Bradley’s coffin was being lowered into the ground at a cemetery in Dublin, Ireland, last year (October 2019), another sound cut into the mournful strains of the bagpipes. A shout rang out – from inside. “Hello? Hello. Hello? Let me out!” yelled the deceased from within the box. Then ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:8, Philippians 1:23, Revelation 19:14, Revelation 13:5, Revelation 12:6, Revelation 11:2-3, Daniel 9:27, Joel 2:1-2, Joel 2:15, Revelation 20:1-4, Isaiah 27:13, Psalm 47:5, Numbers 10:2, Exodus 19:16-17, John 11:43, John 5:25, Luke 23:43, Psalm 81:3, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Isaiah 9:6 Christmas: Wonderful Counselor Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 1, 2021

I submit to you that we trust completely in the Wonderful Counselor.

ISAIAH 9:6 CHRISTMAS: WONDERFUL COUNSELOR ISAIAH 9:6 #isaiah96christmas INTRODUCTION… Cool Gifts for Christmas 2021, thegrommet.com Christmas, more than any other time of year, is a season of giving gifts. It is part of what we do and what makes this time of year special. I am a full-service ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gospel Is For All People Groups Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 7, 2024

Acts 10:1-11:18 shows us that the gospel is intended for all people groups.

Introduction According to the Joshua Project, there are 17,259 people groups in the world today (see https://www.joshuaproject.net). The Joshua Project defines a people group as follows: A significantly large group of individuals who perceive themselves to have a common affinity for one another ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Stewardship Of Giving To God Series

Contributed by John Wright on Jun 28, 2007

An outline emphasizing the responsibility of giving as worship and service to God.

THE STEWARDSHIP OF GIVING TO GOD - The Responsibility of being faithful in material things 2 Corinthians 8 … 8 Lessons: 2-3 - GIVING IS NOT A FINANCIAL DECISION 4 - GIVING IS A SPIRITUAL DECISION 5 - GIVING IS THE VISIBLE EVIDENCE OF AN INVISIBLE COMMITMENT 7 - GIVING IS A NECESSARY PART ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

How A Husband Should Treat His Wife

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 21, 2000

The Biblical way a husband is to treat his wife

EPH. 5:25-28 "HOW A HUSBAND SHOULD TREAT HIS WIFE" A) Here in this chapter, Paul is comparing the church to the relationship of husband & wife. * It’s interesting to compare the church to the first bride in the Bible, Eve. B) She was taken from Adam’s side and Christ’s side was pierced for us on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

Tests And Trials - The Manna Test

Contributed by George Rennau on Mar 23, 2003

The MANNA TEST IS a cumulative experience of trials where our obedience, patience, and perseverance are molded and tested

TITLE THE MANNA TEST When you ponder the events of your life what comes to mind. For me it’s those powerful moments Those times when I was struggling Those times when I had lost someone I love Or was going through a financial crisis Or was learning an important lesson about relationships For me ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In The Hands Of The Potter

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 2, 2004

God shapes us like clay to be used for His purposes

Sermon for 5/2/04 7 p.m. SBC Philippi, Philippi, WV In the Hands of the Potter Jeremiah 18:1-6 Primary Purpose: God uses various means to shape us and mold us for His purposes. Introduction: When I was in 10th grade, I took an art class. We had drawing, painting and scratch board and even ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Is God Fair?

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 5, 2004

We all have asked the question, "Why?"

PSALM 19:9 “IS GOD FAIR?” A) One time or another in life, we have wondered about this question! * The Psalmist said ....... * “The judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether.” * Is this true? B) Then what about babies who are born with physical or mental deformities? * What about two ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:9

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do We Need Jesus?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Dec 30, 2002

We need Jesus because we need to be changed by God!

A person who knew nothing about football was taken by a friend to a college football game. The friend explained the game as clearly as possible before they arrived. As the officials met with the captains of both teams for the coin toss, the football fan was asked by the clueless friend what was ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Answered Prayer – Guaranteed!

Contributed by Colin Coombs on May 20, 2006

A promise, based on the Word of God, that prayer will be answered - if we fulfill the conditions!

ANSWERED PRAYER – GUARANTEED! It is a sad fact that apparently there are many people who do not have their prayers answered. It seems that the main reason is that people like to claim the promise of answered prayer without realising that there are conditions to be met! If we want to see answers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible