Sermons on Best Life:

Knocked Down But Not Knocked Out

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Oct 1, 2002

Never Give Up!

I. SURELY, YOU WILL HAVE TROUBLE! A. The Bible promised it, "Man that is born of a woman is of few days, and full of trouble." Job 14:1. B. The Psalmist promised it, "The days of our years are threescore years and ten; and if by reason of strength they be fourscore years, yet is their strength ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-11, 2 Corinthians 4:12-14, 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Church Of God

Characteristics Of A Good Church Member Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 3, 2002

Part 11 in a study of the church covenant

A COVENANT WITH GOD PART 11 THE CHURCH COVENANT “Characteristics of a Good Church Member” Date: August 25, 2002 A.M. Service Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22 Introduction Because of other events I will wrap up our study today and next week on the Church Covenant. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Levels Of Commitment

Contributed by Randy Wood on Oct 4, 2002

Faithfulness and commitment are synomonous.

THE LEVELS OF COMMITMENT TEXT: PROVERBS 3:3-4 OPENING THOUGHT: Think about this. There are you a man we will call ¡§Joe¡¨ and a woman we will call ¡§Sue¡¨. Each of you has applied for a job at a very sucessful company. This company offers many opportunities of advancement. The company offers ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Introduction To The Book Of Revelation Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 18, 2002

Introduction into a study of the book of Revelation

Week 1 Revelation “Introduction” I go into this study with much anxiety. As I said last week I do not intend to debate this study. I will try to give as much information and background as I can as we go through this wonderful book. The theme of the Book of Revelation is not the seven churches, not ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-3, Revelation 11:1, Revelation 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Open Door Church Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 18, 2002

Week 9 in a Wednesday evening study through the book of Revelation

WEEK 9 “The Open Door Church” Christ’s letter to the Church at Philadelphia Date: July 31, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Revelation 3: 7-13 Introduction This is the sixth of the seven letters to the churches in Asia. Remember every church represents a period of the church age. From ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Love Is The Key

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 18, 2002

The two greatest commandments and their consequences

Gunthorpe 20-10-02 Langham & F/D 27-10-02 Mt. 22:34- 46: “The Greatest Commandment” Story: Dr. Robert Seizer, in his book Mortal Lessons: Notes in the Art of Surgery tells this story. He has just removed a tumour from a young woman’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-46

Denomination: Anglican

Living In A Unified Church

Contributed by Ely Lambert on Oct 23, 2002

Even where there are disagreements, unity is a commitment to remain together.

Living In a Unified Church Ephesians 1:10; 4:1-3; Philippians 2:1-4; Colossians 3:5-15 Preached at the Laurel Church of Christ On October 20, 2002 Introduction: I. Illustration: Kids Playing Church A. Years ago, Leslie Flynn penned a book called, Great Church Fights. B. In it he chronicled the way ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:10, Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Aspects Of Becoming Behavior

Contributed by David Cambridge on Oct 28, 2002

Aspects of becoming behavior that are often neglected among Christians: good manners, graceful speech, good works, and modest dress.

Aspects Of Becoming Behavior "1Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; 2And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet-smelling savor. 3But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wedding Ceremony

Contributed by Richard Crow on Nov 2, 2002

This is a basic Christian wedding ceremony designed to last about 15-20 minutes.

Wedding Ceremony Statement of Purpose We have gathered here today at the invitation of Bride and Groom to share in the joy of their wedding. This celebration is a statement of the love and devotion they have for each other in their hearts. Jesus Christ reminds us that at the beginning the Creator ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

Shadrach, Meshach, And Abednego: A Legacy Without Compromise Series

Contributed by Mike Quinn on Jan 18, 2006

The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, how they risked their lives to follow God in obedience.

Legacy Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego: A Legacy Without Compromise Daniel 3 Part Eleven Story of chapter 3 Dan 3:13-15 13 Furious with rage, Nebuchadnezzar summoned Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego. So these men were brought before the king, 14 and Nebuchadnezzar said to them, "Is it true, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reconstructed Through Worship

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 26, 2006

The Why & How of Personal Worship

- 1980s the Bakkers had built PTL & Heritage USA (in Fort Mill, - Bakkers received each $200, 000 salries - Awarded himself over $4 million in bonuses - Million dollars a week coming toPTL - 1987 - Secretary Jessica Hahn - 1989 Convicted on fraud and tax evasion, & racketeering - PTL Network went ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Postive Test!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 15, 2006

As a believer God desires for you to understand that every test you face, and go through is to build you up!

A Positive Test Text: Matthew 4:1-11 When God’s people go through a test it’s positive regardless of the outcome because we belong to God! We need to remember that test, are always failed or passed according to our actions. Also, there are many varies such ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Short Reflection On The Name Series

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Apr 2, 2006

A short (1 pg!) reflection on God’s Holy Name. This is part of a praise service

Title: Short Reflection on the Divine Name Text: Exodus 3:13-15 We all know that names, especially in Bible times, took on amazing significance. So, this week, when I was study Moses’ encounter with God, I started wondering, why is it that God chose to give himself the name that he did. Think ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Right On Time Series

Contributed by Michael Martin on Apr 8, 2006

Series on the Book of Galatians - Part 3 of 8

Right on Time - Galatians 4:4 "But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law..." (Gal 4:4). "And saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel..." (Mark 1:15). I. The law had done ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

History, Mystery, Victory

Contributed by Ed Wood on Apr 4, 2007

A message on the Resurrection.

HISTORY, MYSTERY, VICTORY Luke 24:1-11 INTRO: In one sense, the resurrection of Jesus Christ is a fact to be accepted by faith. To say that a person died and was buried is simply to acknowledge the experience of people. But to say that one who died rose bodily from the grave, never to return, is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-11

Denomination: Baptist