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Aiming Higher Be Stooping Lower

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jan 7, 2003

based on 188 ratings

| 14,821 views

This sermon reminds us that we need to aim higher in our service to God and others by being willing to serve as Jesus did.

AIMING HIGHER BY STOOPING LOWER John 13:1-17 INTRODUCTION: ILL> When I was a kid growing up in Zanesville, our preacher liked to go coon hunting. The one that he hunted with the most was Jim , who was the father of my best friend. Our preacher, Tony, used to tell a story about their coon ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Claiming The Name

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 5, 2001

based on 75 ratings

| 3,194 views

By following Christ’s example we can know that there is a BIG difference between "saying" that we’re a Christian and BEING a Christian.

ONE OF THE GREATEST ABUSES OF TITLES TODAY IS "CHRISTIAN." TOO MANY PEOPLE ARE USING THIS TITLE AS IF IT WERE ONLY A SUMMATION OF THEIR LIVES AS BEING A GOOD, DECENT, CHURCH-GOING, LAW-ABIDING CITIZEN. CHRISTIANITY IS NOT A "TITLE" TO BE ABUSED OR USED AS LEVERAGE. A CHRISTIAN IS WHAT ONE BECOMES ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

Who Is Really Number One

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 27, 2001

based on 64 ratings

| 10,185 views

This sermon was written during African American History month and deals with the need to see ourselves as Christians before being anything else.

Who’s Really Number One 2/27/2000 Joshua 5:13-15 John 17:6-18 Why do we celebrate African American History? Because it reveals the workings of God in a group of people whom God has loved and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:13-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

In Memory Of Nanny

Contributed by James May on May 7, 2001

based on 81 ratings

| 5,186 views

This sermon is being posted for a limited time as a tribute to a dear soldier of Christ who went home to be with Jesus on May 4, 2001.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-8, 1 Corinthians 15:53-55

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Angels Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 8, 2005

based on 9 ratings

| 9,657 views

Angels are awesome beings capable of great feats. But are they to be worshipped? We look at the differences between angels and the son of God, Jesus Christ.

Angels - the Greek word for angels means literally "messenger." Angels were created by God for certain purposes - but because of their nature men in the past have actually worshipped them and placed more emphasis on angels than they ought. Among some first century churches angels were the object ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:4-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Cost Of Freedom

Contributed by Eston Williams on Aug 24, 2005

based on 6 ratings

| 3,419 views

Freedom of religion is very expensive with one of its major prices being respect for those whose religion is different than ours.

The Cost of Freedom A Christian group has proposed an amendment to our constitution. Here’s why: “Believing that Almighty God is the source of all power and authority in civil government, that the Lord Jesus Christ is the Ruler of Nations, and that the revealed Will of God is of Supreme ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-15

Denomination: Methodist

Saving Your Money Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Aug 24, 2005

based on 5 ratings

| 15,933 views

Learning how to be wise with your money frees us up to be all that God wants us to be. And it increases our joy!

The piggy bank. In old England around the 15th century, people made all kinds of useful objects out of clay, including dishes and jars to hold spare change. Metal wasn’t used much and it was very expensive. So, dishes and jars were made from an easily available orange clay that was called ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:22

Denomination: Baptist

Why Is This Happening To Me!

Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 10, 2005

based on 4 ratings

| 8,295 views

A message on being serious with your life.Refusing to call ’normal’normal,living by questioning your life and enquiring from God!

“Isaac prayed to the LORD on behalf of his wife, because she was barren. The LORD answered his prayer, and his wife Rebekah became pregnant. 22 The babies jostled each other within her, and she said, "Why is this happening to me?" So she went to inquire of the LORD. 23 The LORD said to her, "Two ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:21-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keeping First Things First: Resisting Rules Series

Contributed by David Flowers on May 15, 2006

based on 10 ratings

| 5,109 views

Using Colossians 2:11-17 as a basis, Dave looks into the second of three spiritual dangers, this one being religious legalism.

Keeping First Things First: Resisting Rules Jesus, Post-Resurrection part 4 Colossians 2:11-17 Wildwind Community Church May 14, 2006 In the first 10 verses of Colossians Paul confronts a danger that would keep believers from standing firm in their faith – that danger is what Paul called empty ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:11-17

Denomination: Free Methodist

Opposition - Guide Or Goad? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 18, 2005

based on 6 ratings

| 4,084 views

Are you aware of the tricks the enemy will use to keep you from being used by God? Learn what they are and how to overcome them!

Do you ever do something on a dare? I remember once when I was young and foolish I was dared to fight this bully who was hanging around our swim meet. I bravely pushed out of the crowded circle with my fists up and tried to fight this guy who was obviously much bigger than me. Needless to say, I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Removing The Pits From Your Prayer Life

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 9, 2006

based on 16 ratings

| 3,637 views

If our prayer life is to grow and thrive, we must first remove those things that keep us from being fruitful

Removing the Pits from your Prayer Life Matthew 6:5-6 June 25, 2006 Morning Service Introduction When I was growing up I used to spend a lot of time with one of my friend Randy. We did all sorts of things together: we played basketball, we hunted snakes, we went fishing together, we went to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Embrace The Triangle Of Mediocrity Series

Contributed by Rob Short on Mar 18, 2001

based on 95 ratings

| 6,425 views

The third in the series. About not taking risks or chances. Not having faith/trusting in God. Being crippled by fear. Something like that.

The Seven Habits of Highly Ineffective Christians (3) Embrace the Triangle of Mediocrity Cardiff Heights Baptist Church 16 January 2000 Summer is one of my favourite TV watching times of the year. With all the tennis and cricket it is very easy to be wholeheartedly mediocre. But there was a ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

I'm Ok, Right?

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

based on 127 ratings

| 6,018 views

All of us need to be concerned about our spiritual health at least as much as we are about our physical well-being

I don't know about you, but if I had a doctor like Dr. Kraft in this morning's skit, I would find a new physician too. Friends, very few people want to go to a doctor who lies to them. We want to know the truth, even if it is unpleasant, so we can maybe take some action to keep the bad news ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5, Romans 3:10-23

Denomination: Baptist

How Jesus Provides The Perfect Example For Every Husband

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 19 ratings

| 4,060 views

The bride of Christ is the church and He is the perfect example of what every husband should be, should do and should strive to accomplish.

The bride of Christ is the church and He is the perfect example of what every husband should be, should do and should strive to accomplish. Paul writes, "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her to make her holy, cleansing her by the washing with water ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Status Quo Oriented Or Harvest Oriented?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 44 ratings

| 3,413 views

Are You Status Quo Oriented or Harvest Oriented? Criteria for being more harvest oriented in all aspects of your ministry outlook

Characteristics of Maintenance Minded People Characteristics of Harvest Oriented People (Matt 9:36-38) Pray to the Lord of the harvest to send forth workers into His harvest fields. Illustration:How Do You Look at It? A shoe manufacturer who decided to open the Congo market sent two salesmen to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:36-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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