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I Don't Wanna Be!

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 27, 2004

based on 14 ratings

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I don’t want to be poor, hated, etc.. I don’t wanta be a Woe Christian either.

Sometimes I can’t make up my mind. Sometimes I think I am so poor. I get depressed because I don’t have never ending resources. Then other times I am amazed at how Rich I really am. Sometimes, I can change how I feel about my situation in a flash. I believe that you know what I mean. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Congregational

The High Cost Of Being Too Busy

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Feb 28, 2004

based on 37 ratings

| 13,590 views

This message urges each one of us to take a look at our priorities. Are we at peace with God and our self?

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:35 – 43 Title: “The High Cost of Being Too Busy” Introduction: Ahab inherited the kingship over Israel when his father died. Ahab’s name is associated with evil royalty because of the way he lived. Ahab married Jezebel who was even more wicked than him. Ahab set up altars for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:35-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Advantage In Being A Jew Or A Christian? Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Oct 21, 2003

based on 27 ratings

| 5,553 views

Where do we really stand in our walk with Christ and with God? I was thinking of things that might show our superficial or religionist beliefs. Paul will point out clearly things that we need to be mindful of today and everyday that we seek to becom

What Advantage in Being a Jew or a Christian? Is there advantage in being a Jew or Christian? Advantages are many NCBC, 10/19/03 Where do we really stand in our walk with Christ and with God? I was thinking of things that might show our superficial or religionist beliefs: YOU MAY BE A ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Being Ready Means Living In Faith

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Nov 30, 2002

based on 41 ratings

| 7,747 views

First Sunday In Advent: Preparation for Jesus’ return is not ’rocket science.’ Readiness is simply living in the faith that God has called us to by grace.

Today is the first Sunday of Advent - the beginning of a new Church Year. The Altar is draped in blue - expressive of hope, expectation and anticipation, which is the dominant mood of Advent. The Advent season is four Sundays long. That is why we have the four Advent candles in the Advent wreath. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:33-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Focusing On Jesus Being Nailed To The Cross Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Mar 27, 2003

based on 60 ratings

| 5,536 views

While Jesus was hanging on the cross there were two other people with him. This looks at the three people on the cross and what it means to us

Luke 23:32-43 Focus on Jesus being nailed to the cross Introduction A. You know what has been interesting to me in this whole war with Iraq? B. The different reactions of the people in Iraq C. As a country they are confused D. They don’t like Sadaam, they don’t like us bombing them, and they don’t ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

It's Fun Being A Christian - Enjoy!

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 25, 2002

based on 39 ratings

| 6,486 views

Satan wants us to believe that serving God is too hard. The truth is that only a life with God’s favor is worth living.

THE GREAT LIE 1 Jn. 5:3 This is love for God: to obey his commands. And his commands are not burdensome, 4 for everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. 5 Who is it that overcomes the world? Only he who believes that Jesus is the Son ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Being A Godly Father In An Ungodly World

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 18, 2002

based on 66 ratings

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If Enoch could live godly before his children in his world, we can too.

June 10, 2001 Gen. 5:21-24 “Being a godly father in an ungodly world” INTRODUCTION - celebrate Father’s Day a little early this year since I am going to be gone next Sunday - How many of you dads remember the day that you first became a father? I don’t know what the circumstances were ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

3 Keys To Being A Contagious Christian

Contributed by Terry Hensley on Jan 24, 2002

based on 51 ratings

| 8,735 views

Is your Christianity showing, is it Contagious?

3 Keys to being a Contagious Christian Matthew 5: 13-16. Key Principle: People matter to God. 3 Key to being a Contagious Christian. 1)Prayer…(Matthew 9:35-38.) We need to talk to God about people before we talk to people about God. When you take the time to pray ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

How Bold Shall We Be?

Contributed by Olen Bruner on Feb 16, 2002

based on 44 ratings

| 6,041 views

This question is a retrospective look into our Christian resolve and commitment. This question ask us to look into the nature of our relationship with God, as we call upon our faith.

Introduction: This question is a retrospective look into our Christian resolve and commitment. This question ask us to look into the nature of our relationship with God, as we call upon our faith. This question also suggest to me several additional questions: Just where do I stand when ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"What Being A Child Of God Means"

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Aug 31, 2001

based on 30 ratings

| 21,046 views

The meaning of being God’s child.

Title: “What Being A Child Of God Means” Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7 Introduction: According to God’s Word, all born-again believers are born into the family of God as a child (John 1:12), but adopted as a son (Galatians 4:5). What does it mean to be a child of God? Being a child of God ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Complacent Or Passionate Heart, Which Will It Be?

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Oct 22, 2001

based on 81 ratings

| 8,485 views

The abundant Christian life is a choice that starts with how we listen and respond to the Word of God.

Intro: There once was a not so bright fellow who saw an advertisement for a cruise. The sign in the travel agency window read “Cruise -- $100 Cash.” I’ve got a hundred dollars, he thought. And I’d like to go on a cruise. So he entered the door and announced his desires. The fellow at the desk ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:5-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Praise God For Being The Great Planner

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 1, 2003

based on 47 ratings

| 5,996 views

It is a great relief to know that we are on course when the winds of circumstances press against us. The Lord’s plans are perfect and all of His ways are peaceful. However, too many people are trying to plan their own lives without constantly relying on t

Praise God for Being the Great Planner (Jer 29:11) It is a great relief to know that we are on course when the winds of circumstances press against us. The Lord’s plans are perfect and all of His ways are peaceful. However, too many people are trying to plan their own lives without constantly ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Free Can We Be? Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on May 18, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 3,918 views

Christians are free to follow their conscience in ethical “gray matters” but must not offend a weaker Christian’s conscience.

A Sunday school teacher asked her class, "What was Jesus’ mother’s name?" One child answered, "Mary." The teacher then asked, "Who knows what Jesus’ father’s name was?" A little kid said, "Verge." Confused, the teacher asked, "Where did you get that?" The kid said, "Well, you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being On Jesus' World Series Team

Contributed by Jay Winters on May 30, 2006

based on 7 ratings

| 3,713 views

A short sermon using baseball images to explain how Christians can feel pain despite Christ’s High Priestly prayer "protect them from the evil one."

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Three in One who provides your place in the Church and won’t give it away to anyone beside you. It was a nightgame. I was 11 years old and playing catcher. The pitcher threw to the outside of the strike zone and to my ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Fishes And Loaves And Being Like Jesus. Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Jul 25, 2003

based on 34 ratings

| 6,908 views

A sermon that uses the incident of the Fish and the loaves to identify key character qualities that Jesus has in Hebrews chapter 7

JN 6:8 Another of his disciples, Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, spoke up, 9 "Here is a boy with five small barley loaves and two small fish, but how far will they go among so many?" Sometimes we come across a practical problem that requires a solution. The solution appears impossible to resolve ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-28, John 6:5-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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