Sermons about California Gold Rush

"Growth In Giving Means Kingdom Growth" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 18, 2008

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As the believer grows in the discipline of giving, he helps build up the kingdom of God on earth.

“For we are God’s fellow workers” - 1 Corinthians 3:9 a (NIV) Former head of the California Baptist Foundation, Cecil Pearson relates the story of how one morning, he was standing near a construction shack in a new subdivision in Sacramento, California, where the California Baptist Foundation had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9

Denomination: Baptist

A List Of Stuff God Hates

Contributed by David Wilson on Jul 19, 2010

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This sermon deals with the list of things God hates-- and why He hates them.

A List of Stuff God Hates by David Wilson Proverbs 6:16-6:19 A Checklist that God Hates Proverbs 6:16-19 There are six things the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:19

Denomination: Baptist

King Jesus

Contributed by Jim Drake on Apr 2, 2007

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Jesus has promised to save us, but only when we receive Him as the kind of King He really is, not on our terms, but on His. He won’t be our Savior without being our Lord.

1. Jesus prophesied as King (19:28-36) a. OT prophesy b. Promised to save you 2. Jesus praised as King (19:37) a. Praised for mighty works b. Praised for what He can do for you (felt needs, false gospel) 3. Jesus misunderstood as King (19:38) a. Thought to be a political king b. Thought ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-42

Denomination: Baptist

Hope: Thy Will Be Done On Earth As It Is In Heaven (Part 3 Of 3)

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 12, 2011

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Christian Hope is one of life’s most liberating forces.

THY WILL BE DONE ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN: A BIBLICAL EXPLANATION OF HOPE {PART 3} REVELATION 14:1-14 Sermon Objective: Christian Hope is one of life’s most liberating forces. INTRO >>This sermon begins with a video titled “Hope.”<< There are three things that I have ...read more

Scripture: Jude 14:1-14

Denomination: Nazarene

The Parables Of Matthew 13 "a Hidden Treasure And Pearl Of Great Price"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jul 23, 2020

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What is the kingdom of God? What is this kingdom of Heaven in these two parables? William Barclay offers this helpful definition: The kingdom of God is “a society upon earth in which God’s will is as perfectly done as it is in heaven.” Are you the Pearl of Great Price?

In Jesus Holy Name July 26, 2020 Text: Matthew 13:44 Pentecost VIII - Redeemer “The Parables of Matthew 13” Hidden Treasure & A Pearl of Great Price A pair of treasure hunters using their metal detectors, Adam Staples and Lisa Grace, made the discovery of a lifetime ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44, Matthew 13:47-50

Denomination: Lutheran

King Of Kings Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 1, 2015

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Satan is a pretender to the throne. Jesus Christ is the true King of kings and Lord of lords.

“KING OF KINGS” MATTHEW 21:1-17 OPEN Last week, we completed our series Angels and Demons. We looked at how God created the angels and how one angel named Lucifer rebelled against God and led one-third of the angels in revolt. They were defeated by God’s angels and cast ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You An Eagle Or A Kiwi?

Contributed by Joe Burke on Dec 27, 2006

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Wake-up and Fly Right!

Are You an Eagle or a Kiwi? It’s early morning at Marine Corps Air Station El Toro in southern California many years ago. The coastal fog is dark, damp and thick as I taxi out in my fighter jet. You literally can see only about a plane length in front of you and the only way you can find the duty ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Catholic

Will God Continue To Bless America?

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 5, 2004

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God will continue to bless America as long as we give unselfishly to help others, stand firmly for the right, and continue to spread the Gospel of Christ.

Will God Continue to Bless America? Prov. 14:34 & Psalm 33:12 INTRO.: We Americans complain a lot, but we live in the greatest nation on earth. We complain about the cost of gasoline but many in this world can’t afford a car. We gripe about real estate taxes, and in much of the world it is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Way Down Is Up

Contributed by John Gullick on Jun 9, 2015

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A sermon that looks at the dynamics of Mark chapter 3 20 - 35 and attempts to show how often in the Christian life in order to go up we need to go what the world considers as down.

2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1 Mark 3:20-35 In 1982, David Pawson was invited to speak in New Zealand. His had a reputation as a bible teacher, so people the people of Wellington were surprised when he said that he had a prophecy. He carried two burdens that God had given him for our nation. One burden ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Harvesting Church

Contributed by Tim Hbc on Apr 30, 2009

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The type of Church the Spirit forms. A Church that harvests the nations.

Two stories... A young boy is at church with his mother. He is a good little boy, quiet & well behaved. He doesn’t cause any problems. But sometimes he stands up in the pew, turns around, and looks at the people behind him. He smiles a great big smile at them. His smile is infectious. Soon ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Do When The World Is On Fire?

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 16, 2003

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1. You have to decide what is of value. 2. You have to let go. 3. You have to seek out others who have been through the fire.

A few weeks ago Eli and I attended the National Outreach Convention, along with our wives, in beautiful San Diego, California. Shortly after we returned, fires blazed through that entire area. After the convention Sue and I drove to one quaint little town which was filled with antique and gift ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Running The Race With Perseverance

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Nov 21, 2024

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This sermon explores the three key principles in running the race: laying aside hindrances, fixing our focus, and enduring until the finish.

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2 "Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith." Introduction: The Race of Faith Life is often compared to a race. It’s not a sprint but a marathon—one that requires endurance, focus, and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do You Show Partiality?

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 26, 2022

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This message looks at four different types of partiality that take place in churches: Class, Geographic, Racial, and Denominational discrimination. Prejudice in the church displeases the Lord, it is unjust and a complete travesty!

Last Sunday was recognized on the SBC calendar as Racial Reconciliation Sunday, and so I want to share something applicable today. I’ve entitled our message, “Do You Show Partiality?” and this is actually a question for each of us here today. According to Noah Webster, in the 1828 American ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-4, John 4:5-9, Galatians 2:11-12, Acts 10:28-35

Denomination: Baptist

Buy The Truth (Proverbs 23:23)

Contributed by Don Campbell on May 30, 2024

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The text will be explored in two sermons: One, Buying Truth; Two, Not Selling Truth

BUY THE TRUTH AND SELL IT NOT Proverbs 23:23 INTRODUCTION A. All truth is God’s truth, whether scientific, philosophical, historical, political, or theological. 1. Some truths are self-evident. 2. Some truths are elusive. 2. Some “truths” are falsified—alternate facts. 3. Some “truths” ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Examining Ourselves

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Apr 12, 2005

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How to prepare for partaking in the Lord’s Supper

In January 2000, leaders in Charlotte, North Carolina, invited their favorite son, Billy Graham, to a luncheon in his honor. Billy initially hesitated to accept the invitation because he struggles with Parkinson’s disease. But the Charlotte leaders said, "We don’t expect a major address. Just come ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34

Denomination: Wesleyan

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