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Your Nail

Contributed by Rhonda Feurtado on Jun 23, 2009

This sermon looks at various nails we carry in our lives, much like the ones that nailed Jesus to the tree. It can be used on Ash Wed. or maundy Thurs. If used at ash Wed., each participant is given a nail to carry with them throughout lent to remind them

YOUR NAIL A nail can be an uncomfortable thing to confront. If you are not careful about how you handle it, it might cut or scratch you, or even puncture your skin. Then there would be blood on your hands…as there was blood on our Lord’s hands… as a result of the nail. “His blood be on us and on ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

The Mathematics Of The Cross

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Jun 18, 2001

Analogy of the Basic math symbols and their relationship in and to Salvation.

Let’s begin with the ( - ) subtract symbol. 1. I’ve been Subtracted from Hell!!! a. went from a sinner to a saint b. went from rags to riches ( Heirs ) c. went from old path to the new path d. went from wrath to peace e. went from a pit to a Palace ( mansion ) 2. I’ve been Added to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Witnessing For Christ

Contributed by Leslie Trombly on Jun 24, 2001

How to be Witness foe Christ.

Blessings to each one who hears this. Today’s lesson is to help your witnessing for Jesus Christ in your life on a daily basis. Each of us can be an inspirer and encourager of witnessing to others of Jesus Christ and His glory. I will teach you how to enhance your abilities to witness to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:8-20, 3 John 3:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fulfilling The Great Commission In This Country

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 14, 2003

Could it be that we are in the fourth Great Awakening in America?

PRIMARY TEXT: MATTHEW 28:16-20 Supplementary Texts: Mark 16:14-15; Luke 24:45-49; John 20:19-22; Acts 1:8-9 We do a disservice to the Great Commission when we refer to it in the singular. On at least five occasions in five locations, Jesus gave His disciples the mandate to evangelize the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Swallowed Up Or Spewed Out Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 6, 2003

God disciplines us when we turn aside from His will: either we get swallowed up in addictive behavior, churchianity, busy-ness, and controversy; or God spews us out as ill-equipped, unreceptive, divisive. Confess our distress, admit our limitations, and

What parent does not dread this awful experience? In your care is a small child. You turn your back for just an instant –to answer the phone, to get a drink of water – and when you come back to that child, she is coughing and choking, clutching at her throat. Those curious eyes saw something ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Bearing Service Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jun 10, 2003

Why should we serve God?

Fruit Bearing Service Romans 7:1–25 INTRODUCTION If you have children you’ve probably had a conversation similar to this one very recently. “Son, I need to tell you something.” And then you proceed to bestow upon him the innumerable bits of knowledge you have gained on a particular subject over ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We're Late For Work

Contributed by Billy Kryger on Jun 19, 2003

Time is growing short for us to work for the Lord. This message alliterates several reasons why it is imperitive that we get busy

INTRODUCTION: · Christ set a Divine example: “I must work…” · Our work must be of God: “the works of Him that sent me…” · Time is short: “The night cometh when no man can work” · We must get to work because of… BODY: I. THE SAVIOUR’S COMMAND A. Matthew 10:7 “As ye go preach” B. Matthew 10:27 ...read more

Scripture: John 9:4

Denomination: Baptist

A Powerful Testimony Series

Contributed by Paul Newell on Jul 11, 2003

Power of Testimony - Four Strategies To Making Your Walk Match Your Talk This is part two of a two part series - Part One is "Losing Your Testimony"

It’s only natural – we want to share our story! Your story can have a powerful impact on someone else’s life, even if it’s just a little part of that story! This past week gave us several great examples of that truth. While enjoying the 4th of July fireworks at Stewart Park in Beaumont, Mary ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Beginning Of The Last Days

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Feb 7, 2001

We are so near the Appearing of Christ for the Church, It could be TODAY!

The Church of the Lord Jesus Christ is soon to be leaving here. As you look at the scriptural conditions and social confusion of today, one must surely come to the conclusion that it is not long untill the Lord comes after His Church. Let’s look at a few things that lets us know of this sure truth. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:4-6, 2 Thessalonians 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Chains That Hold Us Back

Contributed by Duane Boehm on Jun 14, 2002

This is from Acts 12. Peter was held in prison with chains, we as a church can be held back with chains. View the chains that keep us from growing as a church.

THE CHAINS THAT HOLD US BACK Acts 12:6 Acts 12:1-10 Intro: In this text we here so often of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

#1spin A Web For The Lost Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 28, 2002

Soul winning must become a high priority of all believers and all churches.

#1 Spinning a web to catch the lost By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We must develop a system to bring others to the Lord. This is part #1 of 3. This is a form that goes with the lessons: SPINNING A WEB FOR LOST SOULS. The answers are found in the lessons. I print out this handout ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32, Proverbs 11:30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

#3spin A Web Answers Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 28, 2002

We close the spin the web series with a heavy conclusion of loved ones going to hell.

#3 Spinning a web to catch the lost: ANSWERS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We must develop a system to bring others to the Lord. Part 3 of 3. TEXT: Text: Prov. 11:30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life: and he that WINNETH souls is wise. Jude 1: 22. And some having ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:30, Jude 1:22-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Have This Ministry

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jul 1, 2002

Every believer has a ministry.

We Have This Ministry 2 Corinthians 4:1-7 Reading: Matthew 5:13-16 Intro: 2 Corinthians 4:1-7 Whether or not you know it…you have a ministry. -When you see the word ministry in the Scripture, think servant -We often think of having a ministry as having some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-7, Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

You Can Make A Difference Series

Contributed by Jason Hill on Jul 5, 2002

As a follower fo Christ, you have the abilty to make a HUGE impact in the world; an impact that will last for eternity.

You Can Make A Difference Jason Hill – June 30, 2002 Have you ever looked around at the world, your town, your work, your neighborhood or any other place you may frequent and wish that you could make some changes? Isaac Asimov once said, “It is change, continuing change, inevitable change ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Answering The Call

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Jan 22, 2003

This message includes a skit with your cell phone to illustrate how we react to God’s calling us to ministry after being born-again. Great attention grabber!!!

ANSWERING THE CALL START MESSAGE OUT WITH SKIT: SKIT FOR MESSAGE “ANSWERING THE CALL” (Arrange with a high schooler before hand to call you on your cell phone and go through the script. Have your cell phone on the pulpit and make sure people in the audience hear it - THIS WILL REALLY GET THEIR ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist