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"The Dead "C"

Contributed by Michael Walker on Feb 2, 2003

Being dead is not good. It’s not good for you and it’s certainly not good for anyone else. Being alive is much better...agree, I thought so. Yea, I know some say "isn’t it better to be dead and out of this sin cursed world and be with Jesus". Sure it is

"The Dead "C" - Luke 2:49b - "I must be about my Father’s business?" -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Being dead is not good. It’s not good for you and it’s certainly not good for anyone else. Being alive is much better...agree, I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:49

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Were We Expecting? Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 19, 2008

God’s supernatural work is more wonderful than we would dare imagine.

Introduction For all who have ached to serve God and see his kingdom advance, we must surely appreciate Oswald Smith, standing before an examining board in 1920. One dream dominated his heart – to be a missionary for Jesus. Over and over he had prayed, “Lord, I want to go and tell people of you. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Window View

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005

Paul had been in revival for 6 days. · This was the 7th and they broke the bread and Paul started preaching. · After preaching all day it was now midnight and the lamps were burning and Paul was just getting warmed up.

Acts 20: (New International Version) 7On the first day of the week we came together to break bread. Paul spoke to the people and, because he intended to leave the next day, kept on talking until midnight. 8There were many lamps in the upstairs room where we were meeting. 9Seated in a window was a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:7-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fire From Heaven Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 25, 2010

Jesus wants to baptize His people with the Holy Spirit and fire. It’s time to get ignited, and allow the refiner’s fire to burn away anything in us that’s not of the Lord!

THE SCHOOL OF PRAYER #3: FIRE FROM HEAVEN OPENING TEXT: This summer, we are going to Jesus and saying, “Lord, teach us to pray!” “Now it came to pass, as Jesus was praying in a certain place, when He ceased, that one of His disciples said to Him, "Lord, teach us to pray.” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17-40

Denomination: *other

Make Every Effort Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 9, 2011

Just as those brave rescue workers dashed back into the burning twin towers to try to rescue those in peril we too must be willing to help rescue a brother or sister in Christ who is wandering from the truth/

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • One of the things I will never forget about the 9/11 attack was seeing brave firefighters, first responders, and other personnel rushing back into the burning twin towers making every effort to try to save those who were in danger. • From what I understand about the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Vision For The Regions Beyond

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 25, 2017

Christians quickly lose their desire to reach the lost; it's a fire that must be constantly rekindled. Paul's burning zeal was answered by the vision of a Man from Macedonia, calling for help. This vision had 3 effects on the Apostle Paul.

VISION FOR THE REGIONS BEYOND 2 Cor. 10:15-16; Acts 16:9-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Some years ago, Israel's Finance Minister was ordered by the Prime Minister to continue to fund the Israel Defense Force without raising taxes. Cash was running low after years of struggle. 2. In ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Stands In The Fire Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 4, 2025

The God we serve is not a distant observer when we go through life’s fires. He is Immanuel—God with us. His presence does not always stop the fire from burning, but it ensures that we are not consumed.

THE GOD WHO STANDS IN THE FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 3:16-27 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:2, Psalm 91:15, Hebrews 13:5, 2 Corinthians 4:8-10, Romans 8:35-39 INTRODUCTION: Life is filled with fiery trials—situations that test our faith, challenge our resolve, and stretch our ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:16-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go! And Proclaim The Seeker Of The Lost - Luke 19:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 27, 2025

Luke 19:10 is one of the most beautiful and powerful summaries of Jesus’ mission. It captures the heartbeat of the Gospel and the burning passion of Heaven itself: The Son of Man, Jesus Christ, came to seek and to save those who are lost.

Go! And Proclaim the Seeker of the Lost Luke 19:10 (NLT): "For the Son of Man came to seek and save those who are lost." Introduction Today, we continue our “Go! And…” series with a vital call: Go! And Proclaim the Seeker of the Lost. Luke 19:10 is one of the most beautiful and powerful ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10, John 10:11, 1 Timothy 1:15, Romans 5:8, 2 Peter 3:9, Luke 15:4, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Before Abraham Was, I Am Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Jan 14, 2026

For thirteen weeks we traced God's I AM from the burning bush to Bethlehem. Tonight we face the ultimate claim: Jesus declared Himself eternal God. Your response determines everything.

BEFORE ABRAHAM WAS, I AM The Divine Christ Demands a Response John 8:58 INTRODUCTION Church, we have come to a crossroads Today. For thirteen weeks we've journeyed from the burning bush to Bethlehem, watching as God unveiled His glorious name, the great I AM. We've seen how the God who ...read more

Scripture: John 8:56-59, John 8:33, John 8:44, John 8:58, Exodus 3:14, Exodus 3:13, Leviticus 24:16, John 10:30-33, John 10:30, John 10:31, John 10:33, Exodus 3:2-3, Exodus 3:4, Exodus 3:6, John 1:14, John 1:1, Exodus 25:8-9, Philippians 2:5-11, Hebrews 4:15, Matthew 1:23, Mark 4:39, John 6:1-13, John 6:20, Romans 10:9-10, John 20:28, John 20:25, John 20:29, Philippians 2:9-11, Isaiah 45:22-23, Matthew 7:23, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Almost A Christian

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Mar 30, 2002

Salvation is more than just saying yes. It’s more than just being baptized. It’s more than going to church. It’s a lifetime commitment to the most wonderful friend of them all.

I was listening to a sermon by R. C. Sproul and he quoted a theologian from some college somewhere. I didn’t catch the guys name but when I heard the quote it got my attention. “Religion is the Opiate of the people” (Explain) Kills pain Takes away our problems Temporary Fix There’s a slight ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:5-13, Hebrews 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Superior To Angels

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 28, 2013

To show that CHRIST JESUS is Superior than any one.

I. EXORDIUM: Is JESUS Superior to you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that CHRIST JESUS is Superior than any one. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 1:4 (Amplified Bible) 1:4 [Taking a place and rank by which] He Himself became as much superior to angels as the glorious Name ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Man - Made A Little Lower

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 12, 2013

To show that CHRIST was made a little lower than the angels.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a little lower than the angels? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that CHRIST was made a little lower than the angels. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 2:7 (Amplified Bible) 2:7 For some little time You have ranked him lower than and inferior to the angels; You ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

It’s Worth The Cost

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Sep 27, 2022

If we are truly going to be Jesus’ disciple, there will be a cost involved. And for those willing to make that sacrifice, God will be able to pour out His power and glory through that person.

Please turn with me to Luke 14. Sometimes when I say the word “Luke” I want to go all Star Wars! L-U-K-E. (Laughter) The more I spend time in the gospels, the more I see that what Jesus asks of us, He has already had to do Himself. When Jesus taught what He taught, He not only spoke from a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-33, Matthew 6:33, Mark 1:35, Luke 4:26, Daniel 3:8-18, John 19:30, Hebrews 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Unfailing Love

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 7, 2020

We undeniably live in a world that is truly crying out for love and this is or at least should be the desire of everyone’s heart that this world would be a better place.

God’s Unfailing Love By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - In 1966 Dionne Warwick sang a song titled “What the world needs now”. The word were What the world needs now is love sweet love, It’s the only thing that there's just too little of, What the world needs now is love sweet ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

Fresh Fire: Living The Pentecostal Life Today Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 21, 2012

Are you willing to allow the Holy Spirit to bring fresh fire into your life? Fresh fire, a fresh supply, fresh anointing, fresh Fire consumes - it burns out the sinful and unnecessary “stuff” in our lives.

Living the Pentecostal Life Today Our preaching this year is going to focus on The Holy Spirit and each month we are going to focus on a specific aspect of His ministry. And this month our focus is the Spirit in the world today. The Holy Spirit is an important part of the trinity, yet I would ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:17-21

Denomination: Pentecostal