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Born Again

Contributed by James May on Sep 10, 2003

based on 38 ratings

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Nicodemus’ encounter with Jesus gives us our hope of being a part of the Kingdom of God. We must be Born Again. What does that mean?

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Scripture: John 3:1-17, Matthew 12:43-45

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Back To The Basics Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Sep 16, 2003

based on 39 ratings

| 6,841 views

A topical sermon introducing the series of "loving others". Sincerely loving others is God’s plan for us, no matter how hard it can be.

Romans 12:9 – Back to the Basics Frank was setting up a sundial in his yard when his neighbor Tom asked, “What’s this for?” Frank stopped to explain, “The sun hits that small triangular spike and casts a shadow on the face of the sundial. Then as the sun moves across the sky, the shadow also ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9, Matthew 5:48

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Blessed By God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 17, 2003

based on 159 ratings

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Psalms 1 gives us guidelines for being blessed, favored and multiplied by God. It also provides us with warnings that are equally important but usually misunderstood.

How to Be Blessed by God Psalms 1 gives us guidelines for being blessed, favored and multiplied by God. It also provides us with warnings that are equally important but usually misunderstood. Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Families And Forgiveness

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 14, 2004

based on 47 ratings

| 10,796 views

In order to model Jesus and bring healing to family relationships, you must practice: 1. Humility 2. Forgiveness 3. Being an agent of reconciliation

The holidays are fast approaching, and it is a time for families to come together. For many, this will be a wonderful time of shared love and fellowship where people can get caught up on the latest of what is happening in each other’s lives. It will be a good time of support and caring. But for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-21

Denomination: Methodist

Unwrapping God's Love Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Dec 2, 2004

based on 30 ratings

| 7,559 views

THe first gift worth unwrapping is God’s love. We must understand the nature of God’s love being unconditional, limitless and available.

“Unwrapping God’s Love” December 5,2004 Intro: Remember as a kid the excitement of unwrapping Christmas presents. Was there a new GI Joe or the latest Barbie under the tree? Did Grandma get you that really cool remote control car or another supply of Fruit of the Looms? As you get older, you ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

Pursuing A Tradition Of Seeing God's Reality Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 10, 2004

based on 8 ratings

| 4,485 views

The reality of the world around us is NOT the reality of being a Christ-follower. How do we cultivate this true-sight in a world that is so often blind

One pleasant surprise while in Mexico last month was seeing a total lunar eclipse. It would have been nice to have had Rick’s telescope down there but most nights there was just too much light from the area to really see many stars. Yet, as the moon took on its orange glow from the shadow of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living In Grace Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Feb 7, 2005

based on 26 ratings

| 6,294 views

Living in grace is knowin the past from which you were saved and being God’s workmanship for the world to see our good works.

Living In Grace (Eph. 2:1-8) Intro: A. Once upon a time... There was a young illiterate couple named Dave and Carol. Dave and Carol had recently confessed faith in Jesus Christ and were baptized. And wanting to be more involved in the activities of the church, they regularly attended the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Servant Leaders Unto Death

Contributed by William Mouser on Mar 11, 2005

based on 5 ratings

| 4,700 views

James’ and John’s request to sit on either side of Christ in His kingdom leads Jesus to expound the ultimate cost of being His disciple.

Seventeen Trinity Mark 10:35-45 Servant Leaders unto Death Many years ago, when I was in seminary, I learned a valuable lesson about Bible study. I often recount this story, because it is one of the more valuable things I brought with me from those seminary years. Dr. S. Lewis Johnson told us ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

What Hapens After I Die

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 25, 2005

based on 5 ratings

| 2,973 views

Christians are assured that physical death is not the end of life. Christians have the promise of always being in God’s presence and experiencing God’s love.

THE SEVEN SERVICE JULY 7, 2002 I Corinthians 15:12-26 “What Happens After I Die?” INTRODUCTION The drama that we just save pointed out a central truth of humankind. We all fear death. Ernst Becker, in his award winning book, Denial of Death, concludes that our fear of death is the greatest ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Are You Authorized

Contributed by Douglas Kinney on Jul 28, 2004

based on 7 ratings

| 3,576 views

Even if churches, ministers, or ministries cast out demons in Jesus name, they can miss heaven. How? By not being authorized to do the things they are doing.

Are you Authorized? Matthew 7:21-23 21 "Not all people who sound religious are really godly. They may refer to me as `Lord,’ but they still won’t enter the Kingdom of Heaven. The decisive issue is whether they obey my Father in heaven. 22 On judgment day many will tell me, `Lord, Lord, we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Widow And The Prophet.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on May 19, 2004

based on 15 ratings

| 5,315 views

Good people suffer to when a land is being judged for its sin. Paul says in Romans 14:7, “none of us live to himself.”

The widow and the prophet. First King’s 17: 8 -- 16. 05/19/04 The scene opens with the Brook Cherith, the only water supply for Elijah had dried up. It had dried up because of the lack of rain. The lack of rain was the result of Israel worshiping Baal a false god. So, it is safe to say that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Key To Effective Testimony

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 8, 2002

based on 31 ratings

| 6,322 views

The three keys to effective testimony 1. Being God’s witnesses 2. Waiting for God’s timing and 3. In God’s power

Sharrington/ Swanton Novers/ Blakeney 12-05-02 Acts 1:6-14 Story: A man was arraigned for murder in Los Angeles about 70 years ago. The case against him looked pretty good, but his lawyer thought of an ingenious ploy. In his summing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-14

Denomination: Anglican

Benaiah - A Mighty Man!

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Jun 3, 2002

based on 25 ratings

| 18,198 views

No matter what situation or circumstance one finds oneself in prove loyal and triumph by being loyal to one’s God and one’s country!

BENAIAH – A MIGHTY MAN! “Benaiah son of Jehoiada was a valiant fighter…” (2 Samuel 23: 20). In the Old Testament record, the name Benaiah belongs to at least a dozen men, but the most fascinating of all that are mentioned is this Benaiah. He was born a priest (1 Chronicles 27: 5) but became a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:30

Denomination: Holiness

Shalom Is A Gift To Us From Christ Himseif.

Contributed by Dr. Stafford Miller on May 21, 2001

based on 48 ratings

| 8,960 views

The Hebrew word "shalom" describes the deep sense of peace, well-being, contentment and the security which is our in-heritance as sons/daughters of God.

THE SIXTH SUNDAY IN THE SEASON OF EASTER, THE MESSAGE FOR SUNDAY THE 20th OF MAY, 2001 THE TEXT ARE: .....JOHN 14: 23-29 PRAYER...MAY THE WORDS OF GOD AND HIS MESSAGE SPOKEN THIS HOUR BE BOTH A WORD OF COMFORT AND CHALLENGE WE PRAY THAT IT WILL CHALLENGE THOSE WHO ARE COMFORTABLE AND ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-29

Denomination: Methodist

The Call Of Christianity

Contributed by Rob Clifton on May 23, 2001

based on 71 ratings

| 3,709 views

This sermon is about being called to be a Christian. It is for the one who has never heard the call, and for the one who has heard it but never accepted it.

Introduction: 1. This is the age of technology. 2. Early this year I bought one of the best computers at its price on the market. 3. Now for the same price you can get one that runs faster, has more memory, and will take your dog for a walk while you watch a ball game. (Not really, but maybe ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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