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The Resurrection - 'what Difference Does It Make

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Mar 19, 2008

Looks at 9 reasons why Jesus died on the cross and arose from the dead

Easter Message March 23, 2008 The Resurrection of Jesus ‘what difference can it make?’Luke 24:1-12 (Acknowledgement - this message was adapted from Rick Warrens 2004 Easter Message delivered to Saddleback Church, California) o Happy Easter. Four years ago Time Magazine had a picture of Jesus and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

A Rolling Stone Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Mar 19, 2008

Easter message...powerful lessons we can learn from when the stone rolled away, revealing Jesus’ resurrection.

*INTRO>If you were to take a survey on the street, asking folks to identify the greatest rolling stone, most would probably name Mick Jagger, although some might give a nod to Keith Richards because he is such a specimen and testimony of what damage prolonged drug use will do to your body. But the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Happy Christian Series

Contributed by John White on Mar 21, 2008

A practical analysis of beatitudes and their application to Christian living in our world today.

How To Be A Happy Christian Matt. 5:1-12 This is perhaps one of the most misunderstood passages in the scriptures. It is the core of what has come to be known as the Sermon on the Mount. Those who believe salvation is by works rather than by grace through faith alone, point to these verses as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

"Is Life Meaningless?" Ecc Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 17, 2007

Solomon proposes some questions to us in Chapter one and he says, “Is everything meaningless? Is life one big bore! Can you agree with me that life can be boring and even senseless?” The answer to these questions is really dependent on your relationship w

Is Everything Meaningless? Ecclesiastes part 1 Hands on illustration: Have a timer with on the pulpit – set it for 30 minutes in front of everyone. The lesson from the timer is what motivated Solomon to write the book of Ecclesiastes because time was running out for him and for many others. It ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rewards Of Faithfulness

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Oct 22, 2007

My recent sermons were about the consequences of our sins. This sermon is about the rewards of our faithfullness. Audio, text & outline will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

In the last couple of weeks, I have been talking about the sin in our lives. I have said that just because we are find with sin, does not mean God is fine with it. I said that we tend to look at what we are doing and think it isn’t all that bad, or that God is a loving God and He will forgive ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-16

Denomination: *other

Part 6 - Great Reasons For Being A Giver Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 24, 2007

God’s Word shows us great reasons for being a giver.

Part 6 - Great Reasons for Being a Giver Philippians 4:10-19 Sermon by Rick Crandall (2007 Series - Giving to Grow) McClendon Baptist Church - Oct. 14, 2007 *We are moving forward to a great finish for our Giving to Grow Campaign, and as we do, we are going to be talking a lot about money. That ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Going Out Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Sep 24, 2007

The Who, Why, What, When, Where, and How of Evangelism.

---ILL>On a dangerous seacoast where shipwrecks often occur, there was once a little life-saving station. The building was primitive, and there was just one boat, but the members of the life-saving station were committed and kept a constant watch over the sea. When a ship went down, they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Priesthood Of Believers Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 29, 2007

What do we see in the mirror? With Jesus Christ as our faithful High Priest, we serve His Kingdom as a royal priesthood. When we embrace this we understand our selves and our world very differently.

Sermon for CATM – September 30, 2007 – “Priesthood of Believers?!?” Hebrews 2:14-3:1, 4:14-15, 7:24-28; 1 Peter 2:1-10 When you look in the mirror, what do you see? I don’t mean when you’re rushing to get somewhere and you quickly glance at the mirror to make sure your face isn’t upside down. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peer Pressure Series

Contributed by Brian Menear on Aug 6, 2007

The youth of this generation face incredible peer pressure. How can they combat it?

Peer Pressure (NIV) (How Ungodly Friends Lead You Astray) INTRO The youth of our generation faces incredible peer pressure and dangers every day in the world. Every day: 1,000 unwed teenage girls become mothers 1,106 teenage girls get abortions 4,219 teenagers contract sexually transmitted ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:19-20, Isaiah 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Removing Guilt & Shame Series

Contributed by Roger Spackman on Aug 6, 2007

The Bible clearly teaches that God does NOT hate divorce, and the divorced ARE allowed to remarry! This Bible teaching has the power to set you free from prejudice and discrimination.

Note: Full PPT Slides and color booklet are free to download from www.TeAtatuBaptist.com Slide # 1 Into The Blender! 8 weeks of practical, down to earth tools and resources for families, step-families, divorce and remarriage! Week Three Removing Guilt and Shame and Discrimination too ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

But I Do Love You

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 13, 2005

This sermon deals with examining our hearts to see if we truly do love God.

But I Do Love You GNLCC 9/18/2005 Deut. 8:6-20 John 21:15-19 When James saw Carlita, he knew that this was the woman he had been waiting for all his life. He knew that she would be able to do for him, things that nobody else could. It was a whirlwind of a romance, and one day he ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Christ Moves Graciously

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Nov 25, 2006

When Christ acts graciously on your behalf, He expects you to express a proper attitude of thanksgiving.

Turn Your Bibles to Luke 17:11-19 Title: When Christ Moves Graciously Theme: Expressing Proper Thanksgiving to the Lord Jesus Introduction: Jesus Christ never sinned and His life was not characterized by an ill temper. The passages of Scripture I am about to read hold the account of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Credentials For Ministry Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 19, 2007

As we examine the credentials of Paul for ministry, we notice that in order to be credentialed for ministry we need to have the right master, a specific office, and a clear purpose.

Scripture Shortly after I graduated from High School I went in to the South African Air Force. After basic training I was sent to Pietersburg Air Force Base, which is in northern South Africa, not too far from the border of Zimbabwe. One night I found myself alone in the middle of the veld, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What's So Amazing About Grace?

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 10, 2008

Never think you are beyond the reaches of the love of God for you.

Cornerstone Church 02/18/2007 WHAT’S SO AMAZING ABOUT GRACE? The Prodigal Son: Luke 15:11-31 Jesus has been drawing a crowd with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Party Crasher

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 10, 2008

As a result of all that God has done for you are you expressing your love back to God in ways that He understands you love HIM? God has a love language!

Cornerstone Church July 24, 2005 THE PARTY CRASHER Luke 7:36-50 The following story is told to Philip Yancey by a friend of his who worked with the downtrodden in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:36-50

Denomination: Evangelical Free