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Old Testament And Right Living

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 29, 2001

Amos reminds us of the need to seek God’s face, not just religious behaviour.

We’re all familiar with the importance of mood music in such communication media as films and television. The right music can make a good film great. The wrong music can destroy what was otherwise an enjoyable experience. But music can do more than just enhance the enjoyment. It can be used in such ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

How Paul Handled A Crises

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

What to do when you are facing a multitude of crisis? Are you becoming better or bitter?

How Paul Handled Crisis Acts 27:21-25 Crisis - A decisive moment, a difficult time that becomes momentous. "Crisis can make us either better or bitter." Illustration:Rules for crisis management: 1) Hope for the best, bur prepare for the worst. 2) Look first, then act. 3) When you do act, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:21-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Do We Do When In Troublee

Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Aug 5, 2001

What did Nehiamh do when he heard of the trouble facing Gods city

“REBUILDING THE WALLS” What do we do when facing troubles (Part 1) Nehemiah 1:1-4 Pastor Jeff Seaman Illus: Once, a man was taking a stagecoach across the country. When he went to buy his ticket, he was informed that first class seats were $50. Second class seats were $30. Third class seats were ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Truth That Sets Hearts Free

Contributed by Michael Blankenship on Oct 20, 2000

The truth isn't always easy to swallow, but it will allow us to face a new day.

The love of a God who would seek us even as we are. Eph 2:1-10 So often, it seems, we go to a museum and see the vast works of an artist. The oil on canvas, bronze, marble, clay, and stone. The pen and the pastel, all of these mediums have one thing in common; the human artist (in most cases), ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

How To Conquer Temptation Series

Contributed by Jim Mooney on Dec 30, 2000

Temptation is a reality that we all face, this sermon will instruct believers on how to conquer it.

HOW TO Conquer TEMPTATION Growing Up Rather Than Giving - Part 4 James 1:12-18 We have looked at the reality of trials in our daily lives and the fact that we must make up our minds if we are to grow stronger and deeper in our faith and relationship with God. Decision determines destiny. Today I ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You A Survivor? (Prophecy) Series

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Jan 10, 2001

REAL survivors face REAL dangers, like the ones prophesied by Jesus concerning the Tribulation.

ARE YOU A SURVIVOR? (Matt. 24:21-22) [HTML formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/survivor.html] Jesus Himself tells us in John 8:31-32: 31 "... If you abide in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine; 32 and you shall know the truth, and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:21-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Death With Dignity

Contributed by Alan Walker on Oct 18, 2000

1. To Face death with Dignity - We need to deal with Today (1-2) 2.

1. To Face death with Dignity - We need to deal with Today (1-2) 2. To Face death with dignity - We need to deal with Tomorrow (3-4) 3. To face death with dignity - We need to deal with yesterday (7) 4. To face death with dignity - We need to deal with Eterntiy (8) ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1

The Cure For Fear In Witnessing

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

REPLACE FEAR WITH LIBERTY IN CONFESSING CHRIST BY THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE FACE OF HOSTILITY 1.

REPLACE FEAR WITH LIBERTY IN CONFESSING CHRIST BY THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE FACE OF HOSTILITY 1. Replace the Paralyzing Fear of Finite Man with the Liberating Fear of the Eternal God (:4-5) a. Draw Confidence from our Relationship to Christ b. Do not fear finite Man c. Liberating fear of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:4-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Give Us A King Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 6, 2002

The problems that Israel faced when they stepped outside of God’s will and demanded a king immediately.

A Study of the Life of Samuel Sermon # 6 ”Give Us a King!” 1 Samuel 8:1-18 Many People are painfully aware that things would be far better in their lives if they had made wiser decisions. It is especially frustrating to realize what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Knowledge That Changes Everything Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Sep 5, 2002

Three things Christians know that empower them to face horrible suffering with courage and hope.

Note: This sermon was introduced with a video clip from the North American Missions Board of the Southern Baptists called "Where Were You?" Where were you? I can still remember exactly where I was when I first heard the news on the radio about the World Trade Center. I was taking my oldest son to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unlikely Sources For God's Provision Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Oct 2, 2002

Elijah faces three tests, each intended to refine him for the Master’s use.

This week we honor the one-year anniversary of the terrorist attack on the United States. No one’s life has gone unaffected. The television images that came across the news networks in the weeks following September 11, 2002 changed our lives dramatically. This past year has been met with new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:7-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

After The Fall Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on May 21, 2006

Part 4 in a 4 part series on the temptations we face and how to deal with them.

AN APPLE A DAY The Temptations We Face Part 4, “After the Fall” May 21, 2006 Pastor Brian Matherlee Do you ever wonder if you have sinned too much or too badly for God to forgive you? Tell the story of David and Bathsheba from 2 Samuel 11 At what point did David’s temptation become sin? Think ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Are We Standing For? Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Sep 16, 2008

Like Peter and John, we can stand up for what is right in the face of adversity.

What are we standing for? Sunday September 14, 2008 Acts 4:1-22 Do you remember your honeymoon? Finish this statement: You know the honeymoon is over when… Explanation of Text: • The “honeymoon” for the church is coming to an end... • Everyone is not happy when God shows up. • Peter and John ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Excusing Our Sins, Condemning Others Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 27, 2008

We need to face our struggles and sins instead of throwing others under the bus.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • WE are winding down our series of 8 Ways to be a bad Christian. • Today we are going to look at the final issue in our series. This final way we can be a bad Christian is one that can be so damaging not only to ourselves, but to those around us as well. • If we are not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:29-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Integrity Tested By The Sword Series

Contributed by Rev Michael Wilhite on Mar 4, 2008

An exposition of Daniel 2:1-23 regarding how Daniel faced the trial of death.

INTEGRITY TESTED BY THE SWORD Series: Against the Grain Limestone Baptist Church, Bedford, IN Rev. Michael Wilhite February 17, 2008 at 10:30am Daniel 2:1-23 OPENING THOUGHTS · Times of crisis will come upon us in this life. Many of you know about this quite well. This past year has brought ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist