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You Need A Good Lawyer

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jun 10, 2024

You may not have needed a lawyer yet, but there will come a time when you will, because 2 Corinthians 5:10 says, “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive the things done in the body, according to what he has done, whether good or bad.”

Alba 6-9-2024 YOU NEED A GOOD LAWYER I John 2:1-2 Lawyers have not always had a good reputation, and some for good reason. I found a story about two lawyers arguing a case in court and they began to call each other names. One roared, “You're a loop-brained shyster.” The other shouted, “And ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2, 2 Corinthians 5:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who The Holy Spirit Is Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 13, 2023

If you’ve been born of the Spirit, the Holy Spirit is your holy Helper, who will always be with you while doing His work within you.

This topic makes me think of a book I read some time ago called, “The Forgotten God: Reversing our Tragic Neglect of the Holy Spirit.” Here’s something the author said: “From my perspective, the Holy Spirit is tragically neglected and, for all practical purposes, forgotten. While no evangelical ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian And Civil Government

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Oct 11, 2002

This is a study of what the Scriptures teach about the origin and purpose of civil government. We also briefly examine both the Christian’s responsibilities and rights in relation to civil government.

We Christians have many relationships in our lives. We have a relationship with God through Christ. We have relationships with those who are in the Church. We have relationships within marriage and family. We have relationships with our neighbors or society. We have relationships with our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Basic Christian Doctrines

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 30, 2000

These are the Christian doctrines that are the basis for my Abiding In The Word ministry..

BASIC CHRISTIAN DOCTRINES (John 8:31-32) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/docstate.html] Doctrinal Basis. I adopt the following Statement of Faith as my interpretation of Bible doctrine: BIBLE - The Bible alone, and in its entirety in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Marks Of A Christian Disciple

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 25, 2008

Seven marks of a Christian disciple.

"Whoever does not bear his own cross and come after me cannot be my disciple." I suppose it is reasonable to expect one’s employer to supply some type of job description. Indeed, for any relationship to work well the roles and expectations of the participating parties must be clearly defined. ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

Three Women And A Basket

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 23, 2009

Leaving no child behind means that we parents set aside our own pleasures, that we learn to advocate for our children, and that we cross cultures with our resources.

It was every parent’s worst nightmare. My son, my own flesh and blood, standing in front of me, and announcing that he was taking lessons in ... skydiving! Skydiving! That’s where people walk out of airplanes and float downward to earth, supported by a thin sheet of cloth and a few little ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Law, The Christian And The World

Contributed by David Richardson on Apr 28, 2005

We can learn from Paul the importance of relying upon Jesus. We can rely on Him to provide us the life testimony that He desires to be put in front of His people at the appropriate time and place.

Title: The Law, The Christian, and the World… Scripture: Acts 24 I would like to use some scripture to use as a sort of prelude to Acts 24. Then, with that in our minds, we’ll be better able to understand a short discussion on Acts 24. (2 Timothy 3:1b-5) There will be terrible times in the last ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Essence Of Being A Christian

Contributed by John White on Nov 22, 2006

The essence of being a Christian is to walk as Jesus walked.

THE ESSENCE OF BEING A CHRISTIAN I John 2:3-7 "And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments. He that saith, I know him, and keepeth not his commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him. But whoso keepeth his word, in him verily is the love of God perfected: ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Of The Christian's Resurrection Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 10, 2012

In our lesson today, we learn about the hope of the Christian's resurrection.

Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of what happens to our bodies when we die. There are some who believe that the bodies of Christians are not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Christian's Great Hope

Contributed by James May on Aug 17, 2008

Our hope is unseen but very real. Our hope is founded upon Jesus and his Word. Our Great hope is for eternal life and the glories of Heaven.

The Christian’s Great Hope Sunday, August 17, 2008 – AM By Pastor Jim May Romans 8:24-25, "For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for? But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it." Hope is one of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:24-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our King Jesus Ascends Into Heaven Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 30, 2018

As Jesus ascends to heaven he blesses the disciples. This blessing is the sign of the many benefits which the ascension of Jesus gives to us.

Message Luke 24:50-53; Acts 1:1-11 Our King Jesus Ascends into Heaven Let’s start straight away by reading the last few verses of Luke. Luke 24:50-53 We don’t really get indications of when this took place or the full extent of what happened when Jesus went to heaven. Indeed, we could almost be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, Luke 24:50-53

Denomination: Baptist

My Defender

Contributed by Michael Mays on Aug 27, 2021

This world is not our friend, but we have a defender! This is a short Bible study prepared for midweek prayer meeting.

I. Introduction: There have been a number of stories over the past few years regarding freedom of religion: as it intersects with speech (e.g., valedictory addresses), business (e.g., Hobby Lobby), education, gay rights, etc.? II. This world is not our ally (vv.16-19) A. We can ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:16-23

If Then Else: Conditional Blessings

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 26, 2019

Sixth Sunday of Easter—Year C

There are some conditional blessings that God wants to give us that are like computer programing languages that have code that states: If–then (–else) which means “IF” YOU DO THIS “THEN” THIS WILL FOLLOW OR ELSE THIS HAPPENS. This helps us not to put everything on God and make him responsible for ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-29

Denomination: Catholic

How To Be A Happy Christian Series

Contributed by John White on Mar 21, 2008

A practical analysis of beatitudes and their application to Christian living in our world today.

How To Be A Happy Christian Matt. 5:1-12 This is perhaps one of the most misunderstood passages in the scriptures. It is the core of what has come to be known as the Sermon on the Mount. Those who believe salvation is by works rather than by grace through faith alone, point to these verses as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Of Success For Christians

Contributed by James May on Mar 26, 2008

If we will live in trust and obedience we can be successful in the eyes of God. This message is based on a sermon by Rev. David Wilkerson preached in 1967.

The Secret of Success for Christians Wednesday, March 26, 2008 Pastor Jim May 1 Corinthians 9:9, "For it is written in the law of Moses, Thou shalt not muzzle the mouth of the ox that treadeth out the corn. Doth God take care for oxen?" Paul wrote this referring to the teaching that he had as ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:24

Denomination: Independent/Bible