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Jesus In A Bottle

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002

Jesus changes our lives we do not rub the lamp and ask him to grant our wishes

Jesus in a bottle, Luke 19:1-10 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ June 9, 2002 A man is walking down the beach and comes across an old bottle. He picks it up, pulls out the cork and out pops a genie. The genie says "Thank you for freeing me from the bottle. In return I will grant ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ministry Of Restoration

Contributed by Roy Mason on Aug 5, 2001

What is the Christian to do when he encounters an erring, sinful brother?

THE MINISTRY OF RESTORATION © 2001, Dr. Roy Mason Brethren, even if a man is caught in any trespass, you who are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; {each one} looking to yourself, lest you too be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and thus fulfill the law of Christ. For if ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Fake Vs. Real Christianity Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 3, 2006

Was Jesus teaching us that we can "buy" our way into heaven by doing good works?

OPEN: One night a woman dreamed that she was having a conversation with God. She was angry about all the suffering and evil she saw around her, so she complained to the Lord. “God, why don’t You do something about all this?” God gently replied: “I did. I created you.” APPLY: Over the next ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reaching Out To Sinners

Contributed by Don Parmely on May 6, 2009

Stop putting so much effort in trying to win back former church attenders and go after the people no other churches want.

I. Introduction A. This evening I want us to think outside the box: 1. That is, outside of the box that is the 4 walls of this church. 2. Perhaps even outside the box of our preconceived notions of what evangelism is all about. B. I want to start with asking Sister Van Brocklyn to come and share ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Things That Accompany Salvation Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Jan 8, 2006

What evidences of genuine salvation should we expect to see in the lives of true Christians?

Things that accompany salvation 6:9 9 beloved, we are confident of better things concerning you, yes, things that accompany salvation The writer of this book saw evidences of genuine salvation in the lives of those to whom he wrote. I wonder what evidence we might look for? We would probably begin ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Righteousness Of Life! Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because Christ is the new covenant, you must surrender to Him and walk with Him in order to live the ‘righteousness of life”.

The Righteousness of Life! 2 Kings 23 Scripture Introduction: Please turn to 2 Kings 23. Have you ever seen a teenager or some young person (bus kid) come out of a home full of evil (sin) and goes on to be something for God? This is what is happening in this passage. A bright and shiny star ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Will There Be Christians In Hell? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 5, 2011

Many believers are disturbed by the thought that there may be Christians who could be lost. We need the comfort of Christ Who offers "eternal life" so that we need never fear such an end.

“Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few. “Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

"Let All Men Know”

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Feb 28, 2019

When we read the Scriptures, we read about ourselves and God. And when we identify ourselves and God in that Book? A wonderful adventure of life begins! It's all about life. After all, It is God’s love letter to us all!

In India there is a cemetery where the bodies of American soldiers are buried. Over the entrance to this cemetery these words are written: 'Tell Them We Gave Our Todays for Their Tomorrows’” -Edward Chinn “I have been at the bedside of many people in their final moments, when they stand on the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Joy After Sorrow Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 15, 2020

God provides help and grace and deliverance and justice and power and comfort in the sorrow to the other side of the disaster where His joy awaits.

MESSAGES FROM THE PROPHETS: JOY AFTER SORROW Joel 2:20-32 #6weeksintheprophets INTRODUCTION… What are our feelings about COVID-19? (p) * Stress because of changes to routines, school schedules, and life in general. * Hostility that some people take distancing seriously and others do not. * Worry ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:20-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Recycles People

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 17, 2024

God has been recycling a long time – with people! Some people are thought to be useless for any good, but God knows how to remake us into something very valuable for His kingdom.

GOD RECYCLES PEOPLE Lk. 19:1-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man was driving his bossy sister around & she told him he was driving too fast. Just to show who was in charge, he stepped on the accelerator. 2. Just then a police car pulled behind him, lights flashing. A 6’6” policeman towered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

1st Sunday Of Advent, Year C. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 9, 2021

December 1st, 2024. Advent Sunday.

Jeremiah 33:14-16, Psalm 25:1-10, 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13, Luke 21:25-36. A) THE GREAT REVERSAL. Jeremiah 33:14-16. In a double metaphor concerning gardening and building, the prophet Jeremiah was commissioned by the LORD not only ‘to root out, and to pull down, and to destroy and to throw ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-16, Psalm 25:1-10, 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13, Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Saving Grace

Contributed by Robert Webb on Sep 3, 2022

Christ made the atonement for the sins of the world in place of sinners that deserved death. He gave His body as a propitiation (an appeasement, an atonement, as a sacrifice) for the sins of the world. If anyone could appreciate the Grace of God it had to be Paul

A family was enjoying a meal at a restaurant one evening, and they looked up and saw some friends in the corner of the restaurant and waved hi to each other. On their way out they came by and shook hands and greeted one another as they left. The family waited a while for their check so they asked ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-2, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hypocrites

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 21, 2019

A study in the Gospel of Matthew 21: 28 – 32

Matthew 21: 28 – 32 Hypocrites 28 “But what do you think? A man had two sons, and he came to the first and said, ‘Son, go, work today in my vineyard.’ 29 He answered and said, ‘I will not,’ but afterward he regretted it and went. 30 Then he came to the second and said likewise. And he answered and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Ambassador's For Christ

Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 7, 2016

What does it truly mean to be a representative for Jesus?

AMBASSADORS FOR CHRIST 2COR 5 VS 17-20 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 (NKJV) 17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. 18 Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17-21

Denomination: *other

Symbols Of The Holy Spirit (Part 2 Of 2)

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Oct 30, 2002

The Bible has different symbols for the Holy Spirit that gives us insight into His Person.

Title: Symbols of the Holy Spirit #2 (1) Text: Zechariah 4:1-6 Luke 11:13 Introduction 1. Last week, we talked about different symbols of the Holy Spirit and how they each give us a little different picture of what the Holy Spirit is ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-6, Luke 11:13

Denomination: Nazarene