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Faith

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

A few weeks ago I spoke to you about faith...and I gave you each a mustard seed to illustrate just how small a measure of faith was really needed to perform all the things God has for you to do...just that little bit of faith can move mountains!

FAITH 1 SAMUEL 17:20 40, 48 50 A few weeks ago I spoke to you about faith...and I gave you each a mustard seed to illustrate just how small a measure of faith was really needed to perform all the things God has for you to do...just that little bit of faith can move mountains! This morning I want ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:20-50

Narnia: Always Winter Never Christmas

Contributed by James Byers on Nov 28, 2005

First Sunday of Advent using Narnia Illustration connectin winter to darkness in Isaiah 9 prophecy

Read (Isaiah 9:1-7, John 1:1-10) Winter is about to be here again. This season is the least favorite of most if not all people. It’s colder, days are shorter, more darkness, less activity. The trees and plants show little sign of life. The skies are usually more gray. The brisk air and the cold ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is Christianity Just Another Religion

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Oct 19, 2003

Unfortunately too many people think Christianity is just one amongst many religions. This sermon gives the three main differences why it is not!

Is Christianity just another religion? Discussion with some friends at restaurant in Caloundra • Is Christianity just another religion? They said “guess so” • That bothered me. Here were long time Christians saying Christianity is just another religion • Hope none of you say it is just another ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Christian Church

"The Child"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 16, 2004

A Christmas Sermon.

Isaiah 7:10-16 “The Child” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org Last Monday, I was over at First United Methodist Church, and knowing that Sydney Kaloustian is enrolled in their pre-school I decided to pop in and say ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-16

Denomination: United Methodist

What It Takes To Have A Great Harvest

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 19, 2011

God has commanded us to work in His field, the world, to produce a great harvest of people brought into His kingdom. He said the harvest is plenteous. But what does it take for us to have a bounteous harvest?

What It Takes to Have a Bountiful Harvest Matthew 9:35-37 God has commanded us to work in His field, the world, to produce a great harvest of people brought into His kingdom. He said the harvest is plenteous. But what does it take for us to have a bounteous harvest? I. We must envision the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-37

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon For Christmas

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 25, 2021

Christmas is considered by many to be one of the most important holidays of the year.

Gilbert Keith Chesterton, usually referred to as: G. K. Chesterton, an English writer, philosopher and lay theologian once remarked: “Christmas is built upon a beautiful and intentional paradox; that the birth of the homeless should be celebrated in every home.” Matthew 1:18-21 reminds us: “Now the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6

Narnia: The Triumph Of Aslan - An Example Of True Love Series

Contributed by Steve Moldenhauer on Dec 31, 2005

A look at the character of the Lord Jesus Christ as portrayed by Aslan in The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis.

The Triumph of Aslan - An Example of True Love What is your view of God? J.B. Phillips wrote a book a few years ago titled, “Your God Is too Small.” In it he describes the different negative ideas we have of God; Resident Policeman, Grand Old Man; Managing Director… [To that I could add, Nagging ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Wise Guys Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 13, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Matthew 2: 1 – 12

Matthew 2: 1 – 12 The Wise Guys Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2 saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in the East and have come to worship ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Harambee Not A-New Jack City

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Mar 22, 2011

Sermon Preached at the April 2010, 125 servant leaders from around the nation gathered on the Children's Defense Fund Alex Haley Farm to participate in a Youth Advocate Leadership Training (YALT) to address issues involving our youth. At the April traini

Jeremiah 1:17 "But you—up on your feet and get dressed for work! Stand up and say your piece. Say exactly what I tell you to say. Don't pull your punches or I'll pull you out of the lineup. 18-19"Stand at Up while I prepare you for your work. I'm making you as impregnable as a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:17-19

Denomination: United Methodist

The Celestial Awards

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Mar 14, 2010

A comparison and contrast of the Academy Awards to the Resurrection and the final judgment.

Scripture Ref: Matthew 24:36-44 Genesis 1:1-10 Revelation 21:1-2, 11-25 Isaiah 61:10 2 Timothy 4:18 Revelation 21:3 1. Introduction a. Last week, millions of Americans were glued to their TV sets watching the Oscars, staring in awe at all the special people, wistful in thinking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Sermon National Day Of Prayer - Be Persistent In Prayer

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 6, 2024

We must persist in prayer while dealing with unjust systems, prejudice, and hostility in our present world. What does the parable in Luke 18 mean?

Sermon – Be Persistent in Prayer Scripture - Luke 18:1-8 “One day Jesus told his disciples a story to show that they should always pray and never give up. “There was a judge in a certain city,” he said, “who neither feared God nor cared about people. A widow of that city came to him repeatedly, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Luke 17:20-37

Denomination: Methodist

Dead Man Walking Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Jan 24, 2003

The beauty of the gospel is displayed as Paul contrasts life before Christ to life in Christ and reveals to his readers a future to look towards and apurpose to live for.

“Dead Man Walking” Ephesians 2:1-10 Focus: The beauty of the gospel is displayed as Paul contrasts life before Christ to life in Christ and reveals to his readers a future to look towards and a purpose to live for. Function: To lead the congregation up close to this huge passage where we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Can We See God?

Contributed by Matt Black on Mar 19, 2001

We need to see God in His majesty, mercy, and mission!

Isaiah 6:1-11 What is it that makes a man who is going one way, on his OWN way, TURN completely around and submit to the authority and Lordship of Christ? What was it that made Abraham leave UR, made Moses leave Egypt, and make Saul of Tarsus preach the Gospel? What was it that made Isaiah say, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Vital Signs Of An Energizing Faith

Contributed by Matt Black on Mar 25, 2001

We have a LIVING FAITH! A living faith cannot be compartmentalized. It screams from the depth of our soul that God is living and Jesus Christ is raised from the dead. It shakes our conscience and demands that we know the God who is alive in our own so

THE VITAL SIGNS OF AN ENERGIZING FAITH! James 1:1-12 INTRODUCTION: What is it that motivates a Christian? What is it that turns a person from darkness to light? From the kingdom of Satan to the Kingdom of God? Is it not when our eyes are opened and we are given ears to hear and we believe on ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Will You Answer The Call

Contributed by Lee Black on Jul 20, 2002

It is to help those who are feeling the call to leadership not to fear, but to answer God.

Is. 6:1-8 How Will You Answer the Call Intro:Soon we will be asking for new leaders for the next Church Year. I’ve been praying that God would raise up some new leaders. It is very difficult to grow a Church when there are people who will not step into leadership positions. Many of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist