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Mountain Climbing Without A Veil Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Feb 22, 2020

My friend Nigel (who is not a Christian) once said that that when Christians speak about God, he can feel like a primitive tribesman who suddenly encounters New York City - he just can’t get his head around it. If we want to begin to get our head around God, what one thing should we do more of?

Moses climbs up Mount Sinai - up THAT mountain- and disappears into the cloud at the top, the cloud that somehow represents the presence of God. There he stays for forty days in that haze, time apart in the presence of God receiving from God the ten commandments and other laws and teachings for ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:29-30, Luke 9:28-43, 1 Kings 19:1-13, Luke 17:11-19, 2 Corinthians 3:12-18, 2 Corinthians 4:1-2, Matthew 17:1-9, Exodus 24:12-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Cs Lewis Style Observations About Reality

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 28, 2021

If I may make a CS Lewis'esc observation about humanity: No one is really old. Every person ever born was always intended to be forever young, and has a soul which feels a natural inclination to always exist, thus aging and death is a profound surprise to us.

No one is really Old If I may make a CS Lewis'esc observation about humanity: No one is really old. Every person ever born was always intended to be forever young, and has a soul which feels a natural inclination to always exist, thus aging and death is a profound surprise to us. If you see an ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Salvation Army

Being Convicted By The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 25, 2022

Jesus promised the disciples that He would send His Holy Spirit to be with them. Jesus also promised that same promise to us. He won't leave us alone either because His Holy Spirit indwells us.

I think I speak for everyone when I say that we fully understand loss. Whether it is the loss of a parent, or a spouse, or a child to death or the loss of a close friend because of a relocation, we know the pain of losing someone that is meaningful to us. The gospels describe such a loss for the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:26-27, John 16:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

He’s All Around Me 1 Of 3

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 25, 2022

A lot of folks think the Christian life is like the game children like to play, called “Hide and Seek”.

Even older teens sometimes enjoy playing this game. But in all fairness, sometimes they cheat when they play it. Illus: For example, did you hear about the teenage girl that said to her boy friend, “Let’s play Hide and Seek.” • He said, “How do you play it?” • She said “It is simple. I will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Joshua 6 Of 9

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 26, 2022

When we get into chapter 7, the wonderful victory of defeating Jericho had to be fresh in the minds of the people of God.

WHAT A VICTORY! But now there were many more cities that needed to be defeated, such as the city of Ai which was next on the agenda. We do not know a great deal about Ai. • The reason we do not know a great deal about this town is because of its insignificance • We know that it was located east ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sacrifice Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 29, 2022

This message is from the Sermon Central Series, "From the Ashes" and is heavily edited for use in our church.

From the Ashes Week 5 - Sacrifice Scripture: Philippians 2:6-8, Luke 14:25-33, Galatians 2:20, Hebrews 4:15-16 Introduction Today, we’re going to be talking about the sacrifice of Jesus and the impact his humble actions have had on all humankind. To illustrate the idea of sacrifice I want to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:6-8, Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dust On The Bible

Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 18, 2003

A message about the importance of the Bible in our daily lives.

DUST ON THE BIBLE 2 Kings 22:1-13 INTRO: An old gospel song has a stanza that says, “Dust on the Bible, dust on the Holy Word, the words of all the prophets and the sayings of our Lord.” "I would like a job as tutor, teacher and advisor to your family. I will never take a vacation. I will never ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 22:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

While The World Is On Fire Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Oct 20, 2003

What will you be doing, while the world is on fire,a searies of decisions. Part 1.

While the World is on Fire by Rev.A.R.Smith What will you be doing? How many people have asked the question, what will you be doing at the end of the world? When I was a child,in the hills of Kentucky, I always asked my self this same question everynight ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:8-9, Psalm 78:43-49

Denomination: Pentecostal

3 - Gold, Frankincense, And Myrrh

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jan 22, 2002

The Gifts the Wise Men brought were a symbol of Jesus’ Life - He would be our King, High Priest, and would die for the payment of our sins.

Herod was king of Jerusalem when Jesus was born in Bethlehem (means “House of Bread.”) Bethlehem, also known as Ephrath, was about 5 miles south of Jerusalem, and when wise men came to Herod asking where the REAL King of the Jews was, Herod got pretty jealous and tense, not to mention angry. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Son, Bad Son

Contributed by Gordan Runyan on Feb 11, 2002

A straightforward, evangelical call to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ

Matt 21:28-32 The Parable of the Two Sons I. Context: Jesus’ opponents have come to question him. To trick him. A. They did this a lot. This is an HONOR CHALLENGE. Jesus wins. B. Jesus goes from defense to offense with this parable. It is about them. i. In fact, Jesus continues on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Marriage; An Original Idea

Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Oct 18, 2000

I suppose since the beginning, people have been sharing their wisdom about the nature and purpose of marriage.

I suppose since the beginning, people have been sharing their wisdom about the nature and purpose of marriage. I would like to share with you two or three58.htmlsk for, he's arrived." But if we look closely at the text, we discover that Adam is lacking something. What is it? B. Adam was alone. 1. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Telling Someone About Jesus

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on May 14, 2006

Research indicates that it takes the average American church in the course of a year 85 members to bring one person to faith in Christ. What are we doing wrong? What should we be doing?

Telling Someone about Jesus Matthew 28:16-20 Research indicates that it takes the average American church in the course of a year 85 members to bring one person to faith in Christ. Its like doubt is built into our system. How can we tell people about Jesus if we ourselves are not convinced of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Supernatural Evangelisim

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jun 24, 2006

If there were hillsides full of Chariots helping Elisha then there are hillsides of Chariots helping His servants today. After all the book of Hebrews says, “The Angels are Ministers of fire sent to help the Heirs of Salvation:”.

The Supernatural realm, the Angels and the signs and wonders of God should be a natural part of our Chrisitan life.There is a fear that we will fall into deception or be led astray by these Supernatural experiances. But I suspect that if an Angel came into our room and asked us to worship him, we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

God As Creator/Owner Series

Contributed by Will Norman on Jul 3, 2006

Most people accept God as Creator without much hesitation, but we find it harder to accept Him as the Owner of our lives. Why? This sermon explores God’s relationship with us as a Creator and how that affects His ownership and it’s role in our lives.

I. Intro Series: A. Welcome B. Title/Subtitle of Series Explanation i. If you grew up in church ... (There are certain things …) ii. If not you’ve probably heard or read … 4 sp. Laws (campus mins) iii. These often become catch phrases … said but not understood. C. I don’t ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Got The Power

Contributed by Laura Leblanc on Jan 6, 2003

This sermon is designed to encourage people who are being tested and tempted.

This morning I want to speak to you about a very familiar person in the Bible, Job. Most people think about patience and suffering when they hear the name Job. Today I want you to clear your mind and think about the conversation that took place in heaven. The conversation between God and ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-12

Denomination: Baptist