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Schism With The Scribes And Factions With The Family

Contributed by Michael Bird on Jul 13, 2002

This sermon describes the opposition Jesus faced from both his own family and from the Scribes. It attempts to highlight how Christians today can face similar accounts of rejection by both the world and from family.

Schisms with the Scribes and Factions in the Family Introduction I would like set before you a couple of stories in order to illuminate the background to this passage. Scene 1: A Carpenter Shop in Nazareth The road for Sepphoris to Nazareth consisted mostly of rolling hillsides. It was a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking News Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 4, 2001

God’s press conference to the world is good news about His Son that is intended for all people.

If God were to call a press conference and issue a news release for the world today, what do you think he would say? Some people think they know what God would say, but do we really know? Some think God would say, "I’m really mad at you guys, and if you don’t knock it off I’m going to send ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Grace Of God

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 13, 2001

The grace of God can do many things in our lives.

THE GRACE OF GOD John 1:14 "The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, FULL OF GRACE AND TRUTH." John 1:16 "From the fullness of his grace we have all received one blessing after another." INTRO.- ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Needed Rebuke Series

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Nov 5, 2002

#3 of 4 sermons dealing with David’s sin with Bathsheba, its effects, and David’s ultimate restoration.

A Needed Rebuke (2 Samuel 12:1-14) I. Nathan A. Confronting the king was risky B. Confronting the king was necessary II. David A. God’s judgment B. God’s warning C. God’s grace Introduction The British sent Brigadier General Ivan Simpson to Singapore in August 1941. His mission was to improve ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Believers Highest Honor

Contributed by David Thompson on Aug 24, 2005

This sermon illustrates the importance of servanthood (Taken from Dr.Charles Stanly’s radio broadcast)

THE BELIEVERS HIGHEST HONOR Imagine for a moment that a highly respected corporate executive has called you and ask you to be his personal assistant. He has decided you would be the best choice to handle his business, you would probably feel honored by such a privileged offer. Wouldn’t ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Uniqueness Exhibited Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jun 25, 2005

1st in a four part character study on the life of John the Baptist.

A UNIQUENESS EXHIBITED LUKE 1:5-20 INTRODUCTION TO SERIES: I want to make what might be a surprising statement: John the Baptist was the greatest man who ever lived with the exception of Jesus Christ. Now to some, that statement would not just be surprising, it would be absurd. Because they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-20, Luke 1:1-21

Denomination: Christian Church

The Snare Of Freedom Series

Contributed by David Holderman on Jul 23, 2004

When the U.S. left Godly paths and principles and wrote and legislated God out of existence, we merely gained prodigal freedom. If we are ever to regain Godly freedom, we must return to our beginning foundation: God!

Purpose: When the U.S. left Godly paths and principles and wrote and legislated God out of existence, we merely gained prodigal freedom. If we are ever to regain Godly freedom, we must return to our beginning foundation: God! Introduction: Once upon a time… (Tell the narrative of the prodigal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What The Bible Says About Homosexuality

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Feb 2, 2004

What does the Holy Scripture teach us about God’s view of homosexuals and homosexuality. This is not an anti-gay sermon.

What does the Church Say About Homosexuality Leviticus 18:22 A few weeks ago the church down the road ran a couple of messages on its sign that said “Homosexuality is a sin. The wages of sin is death but the gift of God is eternal life.” The newspaper called and asked me my opinion. I told the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 18:22

Denomination: Baptist

Validation Of The Transformation

Contributed by Mike Hays on May 15, 2003

Paul’s past and teachings raised eyebrows and brought persecution, but Paul continued to live his life for the glory of God.

“Validation of the Transformation!” Galatians 1:11-24 This past week I have been studying our Scripture for this morning found in Galatians 1:11-24. You can sum up Paul’s intent with one simple sentence: Paul was defending the fact that he had received his message of salvation by grace through ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Grace Of God

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 6, 2003

The grace of God saves, sustains and sanctifies us.

THE GRACE OF GOD John 1:14 “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, FULL OF GRACE AND TRUTH.” John 1:16 “From the fullness of his grace we have all received one blessing after another.” INTRO.- ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fan Or Follower?

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Jul 8, 2009

There is a big difference between a fan of God and someone who is a true follower. Which are you?

Fan or follower? Mark 10:17-22 Last week a tragedy struck Washington D.C. when one of the metro rail trains crashed into another train. That accident really struck me in an emotional way because I was just on those trains one month ago. While reading about the accident the thought, “that could ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Lost Voice Of God

Contributed by Teddy Walker on Apr 18, 2010

We need to get the voice of God into our lives

THE LOST VOICE OF GOD 1 Sam 3:1-11 1 And the child Samuel ministered unto the Lord before Eli. And the word of the Lord was precious in those days; there was no open vision. 2 And it came to pass at that time, when Eli was laid down in his place, and his eyes began to wax dim, that he could not ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Incredible Example Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 13, 2007

Paul was able to say, "follow me as I follow Christ". What is there about Paul’s example that we can learn from? Are you able to say that your example will lead others to Jesus?

“Paul’s Incredible Example” Introduction: Mickey Mantle, an almost mythical baseball star who feared he had failed to fulfill career expectations because of alcohol abuse and whose recent years were haunted by self-recrimination, died of cancer. He was 63. The former New York Yankees center ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Created To Become Like Christ Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Dec 1, 2007

Part 4 in series The Purpose-Driven Life, this message looks at Discipleship, the third of God’s five principal purposes for our lives.

Created to Become Like Christ The Purpose-Driven Life, part 4 Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers November 4, 2007 Good morning. I hope you are enjoying our church’s current emphasis on The Purpose-Driven Life. So far we have had about ten people sign up to be part of a small group. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Free Methodist

God Is Looking For A Broken Heart Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2006

An examination of God’s forgiveness in the light of true repentance

1. Title: God is Looking for a Broken Heart (Manasseh) 2. Text: 2 Chronicles 33:1-20; 2 Kings 20 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, June 25, 2006, last in the series “The Kings and I” 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand what motivates a person to repentance; that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 33:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ