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How Do You Look? Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Mar 1, 2007

Teens today are bombarded with pressure to conform. They are pressured to dress and act a certain way in order to be popular. What they don’t know is that they should try to be someone other than themselves but its not Dwane Wade or Brittany Spears. They

Key: Imitation Is Everything Pastor Ryan Akers Part 1- How Do You Look? Me- Brother-in-law Jeff bragging about how good of a skier he was and trying to give me all kinds of pointers since it was my first time. But when we got to the top of the mountain he tripped coming off lift and wiped out in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Wesleyan

Redemption #15 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Mar 2, 2005

A question was asked, “Did Christ die for the sins of all people, or just certain ones?” Christ died for everyone in the world for all of time, but this salvation is only valuable or of benefit to those who believe. That is one of the wonders of redempti

We are continuing our examination and discovery of what the Word of God teaches concerning our redemption. We saw in the last lesson, that even the prophets who penned the teachings of the Old Testament inquired and searched diligently trying to acquire all the details of God’s redemptive program. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:7-9

What Will You Do With The Cross? Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 19, 2008

• Growing up I saw different perspectives of the cross of Christ. • For certain denominations it was a kind of fascination and looked up to be an idol. • Many wore miniatures of it as earring, finger rings, around their neck and even some around their w

Illustration: • Growing up I saw different perspectives of the cross of Christ. • For certain denominations it was a kind of fascination and looked up to be an idol. • Many wore miniatures of it as earring, finger rings, around their neck and even some around their waists. Used in fashion and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Others Hurt You

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Dec 15, 2008

All our lives we have heard that two things are certain - death and taxes. But another thing needs to be added to that list of sure things - hurts. It is inevitable that as we go through life people will hurt us.

WHEN OTHERS HURT YOU 2 TIMOTHY 4:14-15 All our lives we have heard that two things are certain - death and taxes. But another thing needs to be added to that list of sure things - hurts. It is inevitable that as we go through life people will hurt us. Sometimes they hurt us by ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:14-15

White Christmas Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 25, 2009

Zechariah (the father of John the Baptist) declared certain prophecies about the coming Messiah and how He would fulfill the dream of a "white Christmas" for Israel. What were these prophecies, and how did Jesus fulfill them?

OPEN: (I began the sermon by leading the congregation in singing “White Christmas”) I’m dreaming of a White Christmas, just like the ones I used to know. Where the treetops glisten, and children listen to hear sleigh bells in the snow. I’m dreaming of a white Christmas with every Christmas card ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:57-79, Luke 1:57-79

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Holy Troublemakers

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Apr 17, 2009

It is true that some people have programmed certain things into the sun, moon and the stars and thereby limiting others. It is only the church of God that can pull down these altars that are mounted above. We need to be spiritually aggressive in order to

HOLY TROUBLEMAKERS Dr. D. K. Olukoya 2Samuel 22:35-43:“He teacheth my hands to war so that a bow of steel is broken by mine arms. Thou hast also given me the shield of thy salvation, and thy gentleness hath made me great. Thou hast enlarged my steps under me, so that my feet did not slip. I have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:35-45

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Strongmen Of This Millennium

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jan 19, 2010

The enemy has released certain powers into this millennium and these powers have started to do a lot of havoc since 2000 AD. It is very important to stand up, take up the garment of a soldier and fight your way to victory

THE STRONGMEN OF THIS MILLENNIUM Dr. D. K. Olukoya The enemy has released certain powers into this millennium and these powers have started to do a lot of havoc since 2000 AD. Our message this week will focus on “The strongmen of this Millennium.” Zechariah 1: 1 says, “In the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 1:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

God, Are You Punishing Me?

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 24, 2021

There are certain degrees of grace that are never produced in a believer until he is severely tempted. Satan is sent into the kitchen to act as God’s dishwasher. Sometimes it is Satan’s special scouring that makes God’s finest china

2020 has been a roller coaster ride, hasn’t it? Almost everyone thinks our world is in chaos in 2020. It’s as if our world is a snow-globe shaking up and down. During this pandemic, we have seen empty streets, empty shelves in supermarkets, empty stadiums, and empty churches. These are unsettling ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Feast Of Purim Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 14, 2021

The Jews continue to celebrate the Feast of Purim to this day in remembrance of God's faithful deliverance from certain death. We have reason to celebrate as well. Christ provided the means of salvation, reconciliation, and eternal life.

The Feast of Purim Esther 9: 20-32 Our text today deals with the Feast of Purim, a festival that was instituted following the Jews deliverance from Haman, and those who supported his wicked agenda. Purim became a feast of celebration and praise for their deliverance and prosperity. Christians do ...read more

Scripture: Esther 9:20-32

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph: An Example Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Jul 17, 2021

Joseph, serving as Jesus’ earthly father figure, was an exemplary father. He was not only an excellent role model for his son, but within Joseph lies a certain character trait, which just happens to be Jesus’ strongest attribute.

The Christian singer Michael Card wrote a piece entitled Joseph’s Song. To begin this morning, I am going to read a few lines from this song. Listen closely, and from what you know about Joseph from the Bible, think about whether these words could have come from Joseph’s own heart: Lord I know ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Trouble In The House

Contributed by Rodney Rapp on Jun 15, 2021

One thing for certain if you are alive trouble will find you We live in a fallen world Chaos all around Being a Christian is not the absence of problems but the assurance of Victory. Question is why do these problems come in?

Trouble in the House Matthew 7:24-27 One thing for certain if you are alive trouble will find you We live in a fallen world Chaos all around Being a Christian is not the absence of problems but the assurance of Victory. Question is why do these problems come in? 1) Sometimes we hear God’s word but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27, Jeremiah 17:13, 1 Peter 1:7, Luke 22:31, Jeremiah 17:14, Matthew 5:45  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

How To Escape The Power Of Prejudice Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 31, 2021

Psychologists tell us that all of us have our in-groups, and out-groups. All of belong to certain categories, and there are others outside of those categories, and so all of us are in a position to be prejudiced against out-groups.

Arturo Tosconini became famous in the world of music because of the power of prejudice. He was a young cellist with a touring opera company from Italy. In June of 1886 they were in the greatest opera house in Rio de Janerio in Brazil. The house was packed with shouting people, but what they were ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

"The Way To Preach When Apostasy Comes Into The Church" Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jul 7, 2013

The early church dealt with false teachers telling the church that certain foods and even marriage and sexual relations within marriage were sinful and should be avoided. This message deals with Paul's approach in coaching Timothy to deal with this.

THE WAY TO PREACH WHEN APOSTASY COMES INTO THE CHURCH 1 Timothy 4:1-16 Dorn Ridge, July 07, 2013 The following link will take you to an MP3 recording of this sermon: http://chirb.it/q4DEp9 INTRODUCTION: 1.) Jesus said: “I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

O Come Let Us Worship

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 6, 2014

In the spiritual realm, there are certain disciplines that we must subject ourselves to if we would truly be all that God intends. Our text details one discipline necessary for experiencing the abundant life that Jesus came into the world to give.

1-25-05 Title: O Come Let Us Worship From: Pastor’s Annual 2005 Theme: The Disciplines of Discipleship Text: “O come, let us worship and bow down, let us kneel before the Lord, our Maker!” (Psalm 95:6) Bible Reading: Psalm 95:1-7 1 O come, let us sing to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Where Are You Heading To?

Contributed by Lola Olanrewaju on Sep 10, 2017

Many people start off in life wanting to end up in a certain destination and they end up in a totally different place in life. They get upset with God, get upset with themselves and get upset with everyone around them.

"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." WHAT IS YOUR DESTINATION IN LIFE?  WHERE DO YOU WANT TO END UP IN YOUR CAREER, MARRIAGE FINANCES, SPIRITUAL LIFE, ETC. I have made so many ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, 1 Kings 3:7-15

Denomination: Pentecostal