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Sharing The Passion

Contributed by Alan Balatbat on Apr 27, 2004

As I thought about what to preach on this morning I found myself all night thinking about the movie most of us went to see last night. Imagine if we were there and not just watching it on a screen we still couldn’t have done anything about it. It would ha

As I thought about what to preach on this morning I found myself all night thinking about the movie most of us went to see last night. Imagine if we were there and not just watching it on a screen we still couldn’t have done anything about it. It would have not been for the soldiers, who would keep ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Baptist

What Judas Missed

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003

Judas missed out on what came from Christ’s cross and resurrection.

"What Judas Missed" Matthew 27:1-10 April 20, 2003 Chester’s FBC Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: (Play clip of Jesus Christ Superstar of Judas, the scene where Judas returns to the high priest and then hangs himself.) A Jesus had 12 disciples, but perhaps the most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Hope,waiting, Anticipation And Longing

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 3, 2002

A sermon for the first Sunday in Advnet Lectinary series B Waiting for Christ to come

First Sunday In Advent Mark 13:24-37 HOPE, WAITING, ANTICIPATION and LONGING. 24 ¶ "But in those days, after that tribulation, the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light, 25 and the stars will be falling from heaven, and the powers in the heavens will be shaken. 26 And then ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Mark 1:1-8 What Would John The Baptist Say To You

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 5, 2002

This is a time of the year for cliches and spiritual sappy-talk. John the Baptist offers a fresh perspective.

Mark 1:1-8 WHAT WOULD JOHN THE BAPTIST SAY TO YOU? Sometimes, when you hear the same thing all the time, it starts to become less and less meaningful. For example, right now, at this time in the year, the newspaper, the TV, and the radio are all saying the same thing: “There is a special sale ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Man Who Witnessed

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 5, 2005

A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent B A sermon about John the Baptist witnessing to the coming light

Third Sunday in Advent John 1:6-8,19-28 "The Man Who Witnessed"   6 There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. 7 He came for testimony, to bear witness to the light, that all might believe through him. 8 He was not the light, but came to bear witness to the light. 19 And this is the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Two Biblical Prayer Patterns, One For The Believer And One For The Lost. Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 5, 2005

Let us pray effectively. We look at some Biblical prayer patterns one for the believer and one for the lost.

TWO BIBLICAL PRAYER PATTERNS, ONE FOR THE BELIEVER AND ONE FOR THE SINNER. BY Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I copy this abbreviated outline and give it as a handout as I teach this lesson. By giving this one page outline to take home, you will enable those that receive this lesson ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:30-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Andrew - Always On The Lookout Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 14, 2005

When it comes to being disciples we can fall into the trap of thinking that we have to be an upfront person otherwise we cannot be effective witnesses. The example of Andrew demonstrates that such is not the case.

Message John 1:35-42 Andrew - Always on the Lookout Message Have you noticed that there are many “lists” available for living successfully in this world? • Here are the 12 steps for those who are struggling with debt. • Recently I was emailed a list of “36 habits to reduce stress”. • Then there ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Baptist

Not Of Lords ---Not Of Swords

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 17, 2007

God is looking for more than bosses to lay down rules. God is looking for more than swords to cut ears off those coming in force. God wants you to know Him personally.

NOT OF LORDS --- NOT OF SWORDS --- By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. GOD HAS MADE A CHOICE. GOD’S SYSTEM IS NOT OF LORDS AND SWORDS. MANY WOULD DIE FOR THE LORD? THEY JUST WON’T LIVE FOR HIM? DO YOU DESIRE AN ADVISORY POSITION WITH GOD? BOSS OR SERVANT? A. God has often baffled ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:24-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Did He Just Say???

Contributed by Frederic Whittier on Feb 27, 2007

What should a Christian marriage look like?

What did he just say??? Ephesians 5:22-33 There were two lines of husbands in heaven, one for the dominant husbands and one for the passive, submissive husbands. The submissive husband line extended almost out of sight. There was one man in the dominant husband line. He was small, timid, appeared ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Nazarene

Strangers In A Strange Land

Contributed by Edward Nutter on Mar 23, 2007

We must reach those whose houses are built on the shifting sands of this world.

Strangers in a strange land Psalm 146:9 The LORD preserveth the strangers; he relieveth the fatherless and widow: but the way of the wicked he turneth upside down. Hebrews 11:8-13 8By faith Abraham, when he was called to go out into a place which he should after receive for an inheritance, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Methodist

King Of Peace Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Jul 8, 2006

Melchizedek was firstly the king of righteousness, but he was also King of Salem which means King of Peace. In the same way Jesus is firstly king of righteousness and, secondly, king of peace.

King of peace – Heb 6:17-7:10 King of Salem v1; then “king of peace,” for Salem means peace. v2 Melchizedek was, as we saw last time, firstly the king of righteousness, but he was also King of Salem which means King of Peace. In the same way Jesus is firstly king of righteousness and, secondly, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Waste Your Life

Contributed by Charles Wall, Jr. on Jun 7, 2006

Graduation Speech - As I look at the 8 of you, my prayer is that when you come to the end of your life on this earth, however many years God will mercifully grant to you, my concern is that you will not have wasted your life.

Iredell County Home Educators Graduation Let me begin by saying how very grateful I am for this opportunity to speak to you at your graduation from High School. At the same time it is a daunting assignment because this is a fun, exciting day, a day of celebration therefore the last thing you want ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:7-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Peace, A Place, And A Promise

Contributed by Roger Roark on May 21, 2007

Jesus comforts us with these 3 things.

peace, a place , and a promise John 14:1-4 Jesus had just finished the Lord’s Supper, and was speaking to the disciples. He was giving them encouragement, and telling them that He would be going away. Peter had asked Him, " Lord, where are you going?" Jesus had told Peter that he could not go ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Who Has Wisdom? - Job Chapter Twelve Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 26, 2007

This is a study into Job chapter twelve.

Who Has Wisdom? - Chapter #12 Job 12:1-25 Job speaks again. Zophar has concluded his remarks – so it is Job’s turn to answer. 1 Then Job answered and said: 2 "No doubt you are the people, And wisdom will die with you! 3 But I have understanding as well as you; I am not inferior to you. Indeed, ...read more

Scripture: Job 12:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessing At Berea - Bible Study / Reading / Devotions Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 6, 2005

Those at this city on Paul’s 2nd Missionary Journey received the Word in 3 ways that we all should receive it. Link included to Formatted Text Version, Handout, and PowerPoint Template.

Blessing at Berea Acts 17:10-14; I Thess. 2:13 In Thessalonica the apostles were Resisted, but in Berea they were Received. Next time we’ll look at Athens where they were Ridiculed. We can learn a lot here about Bible Study. God called these people “noble” which means “excellent”. God gave ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:10-14

Denomination: Baptist