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Sermon On The Mount Lesson 20

Contributed by Bill Prater on Jan 8, 2001

Lesson 20

At this point in the Lord’s sermon we come to what is commonly referred to as "The Lord’s Prayer." More properly it should be referred to as "The Model Prayer" or "The Pattern Prayer." While the Lord never literally prayed these words, He does present for us a "model" or a "pattern" that should ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Charcoal Fire

Contributed by Brian Credille on Jan 21, 2001

The account of Peter’s betrayal of Jesus and restoration by Him provide guidance and hope that the "fire" of betrayal and sin in our lives can give way to the "fire" of restoration and renewal!

"FACING THE CHARCOAL FIRE" John 18:15-18,25-27; 21:1-19 INTRODUCTION Every day we face situations that put our faith and commitment to Christ to the test. Many of those situations are like facing fires, dangerous and destructive, that would derail and devastate God’s plan in our lives. John had ...read more

Scripture: John 18:15-27, John 21:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

How Much Freedom Does Freedom Bring?

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Slavery to God leads to righteousness and eternal life.

Thesis: Slavery to God leads to righteousness and eternal life. Intro.: 1. One of the most striking things to foreigners visiting our country is the incredible number of choices we have as consumers. The rest of the world simply doesn't have them. And choices are multiplying. For example ... a. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:15-23

The Sin Of Gossip

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: A Christian does not talk about the private affairs of others.

Thesis: A Christian does not talk about the private affairs of others. Intro.: 1. Two weeks ago I preached a sermon entitled, "Taming the Tongue." a. I received a lot of feedback on it, even though it was general. b. Like to follow up that lesson with a much more practical one on gossip. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:13

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Apply Wise Strategies To Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit helps us simultaneously apply the following wise strategies to spiritual warfare while reminding us that the battle belongs to the Lord and He will give the victory

How the Holy Spirit Helps Us Apply Wise Strategies to Spiritual Warfare Illustration:A group of academics and historians has compiled this startling information: Since 3600 B.C., the world has known only 292 years of peace! During this period there have been 14,351 wars large and small, in which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:30-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Reach Outward...

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Oct 21, 2003

In a community where 40% of the people don’t give a rip about church what are we to do? How are we to approach them.

The 1950’s was a boom time for the Church in the U.S. and the favorite game for believers was “Hide and Seek”. Congregations would hide behind their walls and stained glass windows and those outside would seek us out. If you hadn’t noticed the world doesn’t play “Hide and Seek” anymore. Today ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17, Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Plugging In

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 29, 2003

Two reasons for the Holy Spirit - power to live for God and to work in those who are yet to believe.

One thing that is very much a part of our society is power. We crave it. We get it. We use it. We abuse it. This morning in preparation for our time of communion together, I want us to think about power for a few moments. To begin, I ask for your response to this question: “What are sources of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Church Of God

A Call To Reasonable Service

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 3, 2003

What should we considered to be reasonable service for the Lord?

A Call To Reasonable Service HHM Pastor Jim Parisi June 1, 2003 Ro 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. What should we considered to be reasonable ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ark Of Safety

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jun 8, 2003

Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord, and God provided him a ark of safety. Jesus is our Ark of Safety to keep us safe from the floodwaters of judgment.

The Ark of Safety Gen 6:1-22 I know that this is a familiar story to you....but there are alot of lessons we can learn from the story of Noah & The Ark. 1. Plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the ark. 2. Stay fit. When you’re 600 years old, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

If My People Pray Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 27, 2003

The cause and effect of fervent prayer.

Let’s start this morning by looking at Prayer in America. I pulled these statistics from the Barna Research Group. 4 out of 5 Americans believe that "prayer can change what happens in a person’s life." (1994) 9 ot of 10 adults agree "there is a god who watches over you and answers your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Facing Our Giants Series

Contributed by Lynwood Morriss on Sep 23, 2004

Our biggest giants are often those that come from inside of us.David’s example helps us to identify them and defeat them with God’s help.

I. The Anatomy of a Giant 1. Giants highlight our inadequacy 17:1-7 A. Physical description of Goliath 4-7 B. Average hgt. of Isralelite in ancient times 5’6” C. Everything covered, with a dedicated front guard D. Israel had few swords 1 Sam. 13:16-22 Although there were some battles ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-47

Denomination: Pentecostal

286 - Word Of Salvation

Contributed by Joel Vicente on May 27, 2004

FOUR FEATURES FOR A PASSPORT TO PARADISE:

Illustrate Humor: One day, two monks were walking through the countryside. They were on their way to another village to help bring in the crops. As they walked, they spied an old woman sitting at the edge of a river. She was upset because there was no bridge, and she could not get across on her ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Day Of The Lord

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jun 24, 2004

Prophecy lesson on the Great Day of the Lord.

The Great Day of the Lord. Many have said from time to time,” I don’t believe that God will destroy the earth, there’s bad in the world, yes, but there’s still a lot of Good to.” “We can win the world to Christ, then He wont have to destroy it.” Fine thoughts, but it wont happen, no matter who the ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 1:14-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

I - Nvestigate The Ground Zero Of Faith (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Dec 23, 2004

Experience an unshakable faith based upon a personal God.

Investigate the Ground-Zero of Faith Series, “Being Spiritual without being Religious” – Part 3 Pastor Jeff Christopherson October 3, 2004 Start with Authenticity… Preserve my Personality… Investigate the Ground Zero of Faith… Experience an unshakable faith based upon a personal God. Do you ...read more

Scripture: John 6:37-66

Denomination: Baptist

How To Make Your Walls Fall Down Flat Series

Contributed by William Morris on Jan 10, 2004

The 5the in a series of messages from Joshua dealing with living the victorious Christian life

Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: Joshua 6:1 - 21 Title: How to Make Your Walls Fall Down Date: January 11, 2004 Introduction: Israel has finally crossed Jordan. They have prepared themselves spiritually and they have, thus far, followed God’s orders to the letter. Now they are ready to begin ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-21

Denomination: Baptist