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Time Out, Time In Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 24, 2003

based on 37 ratings

| 9,940 views

After vacation -- time out -- it would be ridiculous if there were no "time in", engagement. God calls us to full engagement with Himself, which in turn calls us to live in newness and not in old habits. There is no time for anything that is not a serio

There are certain intense situations in which the best answer, maybe the only answer, is to take a “time out”. Time out, to get perspective; time out, to get emotions under control; time out to back off and take a better look. There are certain serious situations in which your instincts tell you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

"Love - A Visible Response"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Sep 18, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 5,384 views

This sermon shows us that if we love Jesus, we will demonstrate it ... and we will care about what Jesus cares about.

“Love – A Visible Response” Luke 7:36-50 INTRODUCTION: We continue in our series on ‘Great Events In The Life Of Jesus’. TONIGHT – We take a look at a prostitute who has an encounter with Jesus. 7:36 – The Pharisee’s name was “Simon” – 7:40. Pharisees were self-righteous Jews … separatists who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

A Religious Hell

Contributed by Levi Wright on Dec 30, 2002

based on 77 ratings

| 18,535 views

Hell will be a religious place because of the great number of religious people who will go there.

Evangelist Cry Teaching Ministry Dr. Levi Howard Wright, Ph.D. "A Religious Hell" Matthew 7:21-23 [21] Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. [22] Many will say to me in that day, Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Fish Tales

Contributed by Dawn Marie Turner on Jan 25, 2003

based on 54 ratings

| 4,544 views

Are we disobedient to God or do we follow him without question?

As you can tell, our scripture readings today have a theme. You may have to think a bit, but it does help if you read the sermon title and also were listening during the children’s moments. Both our stories relate to fish: one to a big fish story and one to fishermen at their nets. There has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20, Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Holiness: A Culture Or A Lifestyle?

Contributed by Steve Greene on Jan 14, 2008

based on 26 ratings

| 12,674 views

This message looks at eight characteristics we often find in holiness culture and then contrasts them with the characteristics of an authentic holy life.

Holiness: A Culture or a Lifestyle? Christianity has an image problem in America today. Many, who are outside the church, are convinced that lifestyle does not line up with beliefs for the average churchgoer. As a result, Christians have acquired a hypocritical image. The perception of those ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14

Denomination: Nazarene

All That You Can Be Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 19, 2007

| 4,495 views

Joshua, Pt. 7 (Final)

ALL THAT YOU CAN BE (JOSHUA 24:1-31) When Henry Ford (founder of the Ford Motor Company) finished giving a visitor a tour of his automobile factory, the visitor said, “It seems almost impossible that a man, starting out with practically nothing, could accomplish all this.” Ford replied, “You say I ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Camel Squeezed Out From Tail To Snout

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Oct 10, 2007

| 2,974 views

Jesus call to discipleship is a call of sacrifice. Anything that stands in the way of answering that call must be deserted. This truth is shown through the encounter of Jesus with the rich young ruler.

Little did I know when I planned this sermon, that we would have a live camel at VBS this year. At any rate, I want to tell you a story. It is the story of the ill-fated Franklin expedition to the Arctic in 1845. That odyssey was a turning point in Arctic exploration because of its well-publicized ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

A New Year's Examination

Contributed by Chris Carroll on Apr 9, 2007

based on 36 ratings

| 30,687 views

What better time for Christians to evaluate their priorities and make the changes that are needed for the upcoming year

story is told of a man who called the doctor and told the doctor that his wife was having problems of hearing and he wanted the doctor to check her out. So the doctor said check her out at home and see how bad it is before you bring her in. Man said how do I do that. Doctor said ask her something ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11, Acts 17:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Able To Accomplish Abundantly Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 13, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 7,443 views

God intends for the church to be the instrument of redemption, full-faceted, and intends for us, though we may think we are inadequate, to be its agents. Challenge your imaginations as to what the church might be able to do by letting God do what He is a

If you were to ask the average person, out on the street, what he thinks of the church, what answers might you get? What do people think about churches? I’m sure I don’t know the half of it. But I know some of the things they say: They say that church is all talk. Ceaseless talk. Noisy gongs and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is Self-Control Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 5, 2004

based on 40 ratings

| 5,449 views

A sermon on how we have become out of control in America and what it takes to get us - Christians - back on track.

August 8, 2004 Galatians 5:23 I have recently been reading a book by Tim Russert called “Big Russ and Me.” It’s a very interesting insight into middle America about forty years ago or so. With great admiration he talks about the great work ethic of his father, who worked two to three jobs ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:23

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Will For Your Life

Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Jul 7, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 6,027 views

Knowing God’s will for your life requires humility.

One of the most exciting things about being a Christian is knowing that the God of all creation who spoke everything into existence and breathed life into man has a plan for each one of us today. That is a great source of comfort and peace. But sometimes as we get wrapped up in the busy-ness of ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

God's Prescription For Patience Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 26, 2006

based on 74 ratings

| 11,340 views

James is very concerned about how you react to the pain and suffering that comes into your life. This sermon teaches you how to respond to injustice, pain, suffering, delay and difficulty in a godly way.

Scripture Stanislaw J. Lec once said, “You must first have a lot of patience to learn to have patience.” I wonder how many would agree with that statement. It does seem that those who are patient have large doses of it to begin with, doesn’t it? In our text for today, James gives us God’s ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The State Of The Chruch

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 27, 2004

based on 20 ratings

| 4,317 views

Part 2 of an annual series on the conditio of the local church and direction for the New Year.

✎ Winnie the Pooh is once took an evening walk with his friend Piglet. They walked for a long time in silence, but Piglet finally asked, “When you wake up in the morning, Pooh, what’s the first thing you say to yourself?” “What’s for breakfast?” Pooh responds, “And what do you say, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Truth Detectors 1.3: The Truth About God Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on May 10, 2004

based on 27 ratings

| 3,859 views

This is the third message in a series on basic Christian doctrine. It provides the foundation for a proper understanding of the doctrine of God. (05-02-04)

*Outlines, fill-in-the-blank sheets, and Microsoft PowerPoint presentations are available. For more information, please contact pastorgeoff@bellsouth.net. Truth Detectors [Episode 1] Message 3 “The Truth About God” Psalm 139:7-10 Opening Illustration A young woman brought her fiancé home to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Leaders Who Lighten The Load

Contributed by Harold Fisher, Jr. on Jun 25, 2004

based on 106 ratings

| 15,975 views

God is looking for men who are willing to help the Pastor carry the load.

On one occasion a man was coming out of church one day, and the preacher was standing at the door as he always was to shake hands. He grabbed this guy by the hand and pulled him aside. The Pastor said to him, “You need to join the Army of the Lord!” The guy replied, What do you mean? I’m saved!” ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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