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Equal Value, Different Roles Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 15, 2014

This sermon discusses the different roles assigned to men and women in the church and explores the biblical basis for those roles.

Introduction: A. Phyllis Trible wrote an article titled, “If the Bible’s So Patriarchal, How Come I Love It?” 1. In the article she recalls a story from her childhood when a woman missionary came and taught her Sunday School class. 2. The missionary was teaching the girls about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heart Matters Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 4, 2020

Doing Christian things doesn't make you a Christian.

Many years ago, I visited someone in the hospital whom I had never met before. He was a member of the church I pastored but had not gathered for a service in years. After introducing myself I looked for a way to have a spiritual conversation with him. From all the cussing he was doing, I was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-25

Denomination: Baptist

Praying Jesus' Way Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 17, 2020

For the disciples, prayer was a normal part of their spiritual lives and they knew that Jesus Christ could show them a better way. He could show them a direction in prayer that pleased God. What do we find in this prayer?

NATIONAL BACK TO CHURCH SUNDAY 2020 PRAYING JESUS’ WAY MATTHEW 6:9-13 #Matt6Prayer INTRODUCTION PART 1 (SKIT) ILLUSTRATION…THE LORD’S PRAYER https://www.cybersalt.org/illustrations/the-lords-prayer SKIT "Our Father which art in heaven." --- Yes? Don't interrupt me. I'm praying ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Hard To Be Humble

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 16, 2019

God gives grace to the humble, not the haughty.

It’s Hard to Be Humble James 4:1-12 Rev. Brian Bill March 16-17, 2019 Mac Davis recorded a song in 1980 that became an international hit called, “It’s Hard to Be Humble.” Oh Lord it’s hard to be humble When you’re perfect in every way I can’t wait to look in the mirror Cause I get better looking ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Wisdom Of Being A Peacemaker Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 16, 2019

A worldly person breaks peace, while a wise person makes peace.

The Wisdom of Being a Peacemaker James 3:13-18 Rev. Brian Bill March 9-10, 2019 Conflict is everywhere, isn’t it? Lady Astor once said to Churchill, “Winston, if you were my husband, I’d put poison in your coffee.” Churchill responded with his cutting wit: “Nancy, if you were my wife, I’d drink ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

5 Life Changing Reasons To Become A Generous Christian

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 20, 2020

This message will give everyone, regardless of their financial situation, five biblical reasons why to give faithfully to God's work.

A mother wanted to teach her daughter a moral lesson. She gave the little girl a quarter and a dollar for church saying, "Put whichever one you want in the collection plate and keep the other for yourself," she told the girl. When they were coming out of church, the mother asked her ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:17-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Gift Worth Waiting For – Part 1

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 26, 2020

Before Jesus Christ came on the scene, both Jew and Gentiles were in bondage to their ceremonies and rituals. “But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son…” He was a Gift worth waiting for!

(Gal 4:1 NKJV) Now I say that the heir, as long as he is a child, does not differ at all from a slave, though he is master of all, (Gal 4:2 NKJV) but is under guardians and stewards until the time appointed by the father. (Gal 4:3 NKJV) Even so we, when we were children, were in bondage under ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jacob - From Worm To Worshipper Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Sep 3, 2020

Living by Faith is a journey that is intended to transform us!

Text: Hebrews 11:21 By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of the sons of Joseph, and worshiped, leaning on the top of his staff - NKJV Title: Jacob - from Worm to Worshipper! Intro: The bible in both Old and New Testament depicts “Living by Faith” as the only life that is acceptable ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:21

Be Bold For God (I Am Emboldened I Am Prepared For Eternity)

Contributed by Cesar Datuin on Sep 23, 2021

Today’s message is a call for every believer to experience the same way as the early believers. We believe that the move of God will always be available for everyone who are willing to believe that it’s still possible to see signs, wonders and miracles done by the early apostles.

Intro: We are now on our 3rd week for our theme “I am Emboldened, I am Prepared for Eternity”. And last week we have heard from our dear Pastor Mildred the marks of an emboldened believer. We learned also that for us Christians we can be bold in our preaching, prayer, persuasion (or faith), ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Luke 4:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Laws From Heaven For Life On Earth Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Sep 25, 2021

What do you want out of life ? That is a pretty general question - but it is the one that is addressed in this proverb. The thing is that in this study we are looking at what people want from the perspective of God, not just what people or the "market" wants.

Laws from Heaven for life on earth Prov.11:23-31 Proverbs 11:23 The desire of the righteous ends only in good, but the hope of the wicked only in wrath. What do you want out of life ? That is a pretty general question - but it is the one that is addressed in this proverb. The thing is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:23-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

James (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Oct 16, 2021

Written around 46 AD (it may be the 1st New Testament book), written by him from Jerusalem. Be a victor, not a victim. It's about spiritual maturity, growing / having patience in the testing of our faith; outside trials

Footnotes from Biblegateway.com 1 [a]James, a bond-servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes who are [b]dispersed abroad (FROM ISRAEL TO THE WORLD): Greetings. 2 Consider it all joy, my brothers and sisters, when you encounter various [c]trials (TRY TO HAVE A POSITIVE ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

What God Wants Us To See The In Cross Of Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 22, 2020

God wants us to see: 1. the devotion in Jesus' death (vs. 28). 2. the decision in Jesus' death (vs. 28-30). 3. the details of Jesus' death (vs. 31-37). 4. the declaration of Jesus' death (vs. 35).

What God Wants Us to See the in Cross of Christ John 19:25-37 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - June 27, 2018 (Revised June 22, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Tonight in John 19 we will take another close look at the Lord's death on the cross. God wants us to have 20/20 spiritual vision ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Of John (Lesson 3): The Beginning Of Greater Things Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jun 24, 2020

The miraculous and revelatory are a byproduct of following Jesus. The greatest miracle is knowledge of Him and ourselves.

The Beginning of Greater Things Introduction: God is a miracle-working God. The Bible says that Jesus Christ is the same, yesterday, and today, and forever. When we follow close to Him, miracles are an everyday occurrence. The disciples followed Jesus, looking for a Messiah and Saviour, but there ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Wants Us To Live Like The Apostle Paul Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 8, 2021

1. We need Paul's sincerity (vs. 1-2). 2. We need Paul's sorrow for the lost (vs. 1-3). 3. We need Paul's sacrificial way of life (vs. 3-4). 4. We need Paul's Savior (vs. 3-5).

God Wants Us to Live Like the Apostle Paul The Book of Romans Romans 9:1-5 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 14, 2016 (Revised February 8, 2021) BACKGROUND *We have been going through Romans verse-by-verse, and we just finished chapter 8. That great chapter includes some of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

God With Us Brings Hope Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 10, 2021

Hope is based on God's word, work and witness

GOD WITH US BRINGS HOPE Back in 2017, two long time commercial fishermen named John Aldridge and Anthony Sosinski, set out to fish from Montauk, Long Island. The boat was on autopilot. As they headed out to sea, about forty miles offshore, Anthony was sleeping below deck while John started to get ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance