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Non-Christian Funeral Series

Contributed by Chris Stevens on Dec 16, 2008

This is a funeral outline I used when called on to preach the funeral for a non-christian man. Hope it is helpful.

Will you pray with me. Lord, we come to you this day with heavy hearts at the passing of ______. I pray father as we go through this time you will fill the hearts of this precious family with your love, your grace, and your mercy. Father we come to you knowing that when your children cry you cry ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming A Great Christian

Contributed by Tony Rivers on Sep 29, 2007

Jesus tells us that in order to be great, we must be willing to become servant to all.

Jesus Explains His Kingdom Matthew 20:20-28 Introduction: Attention: At one point during my seminary days, my wife and I gave up our jobs in Walters, Virginia so that we could return to Southeastern Seminary and so I could finish my degree. The plan worked out beautifully. I was able to move ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

Christianity Is Not A Spectator Sport Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 6, 2007

30th in a series from Ephesians. Every believer is to be a minister.

Last Saturday, Mary and I went to the U of A football game. And as we watched that game, it reminded me of how someone once described a football game: Eleven men down on the field, desperately in need of rest, and fifty thousand people in the stands desperately in need of exercise. Unfortunately, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Sweet And Sour Christians Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 9, 2007

Although leaders in a church are crucial, the real strength or weakness of Christianity is found in its laymen, those who populate the pews and live out their Christian values throughout the week.

Sweet and Sour Christians (I Thessalonians 5:15) 1. A society cannot be governed if most of its members do not buy into its laws. The English philosopher, John Locke, who set the tone for the American Revolution, in his Second Treatise, wrote "the ruling power ought to govern by declared and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Christian Birth Certificate

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 1, 2007

The physical birth certificate compared to the spiritual birth certificate.

JOHN 1:12-13 “THE CHRISTIAN BIRTH CERTIFICATE” A) The birth certificate is a very important document for every person! * It’s needed for many different events in each person’s life. * For instance ……. * Usually it is needed for employment purposes or for enrollment into colleges or ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Benefits Of Being A Christian

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Nov 9, 2007

What would a person give up if they reject Christ

Text: Galatians 1:3-10 Title: The benefits of being a believer Introduction ·Falling away ·Backsliding The benefits only a believer in Christ has. 1.No more condemnation because of our new position (v3-5, 8-9) “Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:3-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A No Matter What Christian

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 28, 2008

in trying times there will be those who will not fall away, here the secret to be a Christian, no matter what

Intro: 2 Thessalonians states before the Anti-Christ is revealed there will first be a falling away. Matthew Henry gives us this explanation of the falling away—“there will be a falling away from sound doctrine, true worship, and holy living.” Today, I would like to present the attitude you must ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christian Or Disciple 1

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 11, 2009

Does being a Christian automatically make you a disciple? Can you be one without being the other?

Throughout the gospel accounts we read about a couple of different groups of people interacting with Jesus. Sometimes it talks about those in the crowd and other times it talks about Jesus’ disciples. When you think disciples what are you first thoughts? Do you think of someone with a circle of ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

Christian Or Disciple 2

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 18, 2009

This is the second part of a message that looks at what makes a disciple

Last week we started to take a look at what being a disciple looked like, We discovered that the word Christian came from the original word Χριστιανός or Christianŏs and it originally showed up in Acts 11:26 where we read It was at Antioch that ...read more

Scripture: John 8:28-36

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Christian Pleases God Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jun 29, 2008

This message defines the Christians as a person who pleases God, and incredible truth for every follower of Christ.

A PERSON WHO PLEASES GOD COLOSSIANS 1:9-14 Last week we look at 7 blessings that Christians have. These included: God’s Word; Grace; Peace; a Heavenly Father; faith; love, and hope in God. Today we will see that another definition of a Christian is someone who pleases the Lord in every way. I. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Christians Effectively Minister Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jun 30, 2008

Christians are called to make mature disciples in the power of the Holy Spirit and the word

CHRISTIANS EFFECTIVELY MINISTER A CHRISTIAN IS… Colossians 1:24-2:3 OBJECTIVE: Christians are called by God to minister to others and He equips them to minister effectively. Let’s begin today’s message by correcting a misunderstanding of ministry: MINISTRY BELONGS TO PASTORS AND CHRISTIAN ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

What Is A "Good” Christian?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 30, 2008

What Is A “Good” Christian? 1) One who struggles with sin. 2) One who stands with Christ.

Soccer fans around the world have been glued to their television sets this past month. They’ve been watching Europe’s soccer powerhouses battle each other in the Euro Cup tournament. As always, this year’s tournament has provided a number of upsets. Countries thought to be fielding less talented ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Christians Are Being Transformed Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jun 30, 2008

Christians are not perfect but they are being transformed into the likeness of Christ.

CHRISTIANS ARE BEING TRANSFORMED COLOSSIANS 3:1-4 SERMON SERIES: A CHRISTIAN IS... Turn your Bibles to Colossians 3:1-4 as we look at God’s word on change. One of the reasons the apostle Paul wrote this letter was to address the issue of change. Can a person truly change? Can a person whose ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Church Of God

The Dangers Of Christian Drifting Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 3, 2008

Well just like the warning signs that we see today on our roads, on our medicine… and on so many other things in our society… God has posted warning signs along the road of life so that the believer can avoid danger…

Sermon Brief Date Written: June 5, 2006 revised on May 29, 2008 Date last preached: June 01, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Our Great Savior! Sermon Title: The Dangers of Christian Drifting! Sermon Text: Hebrews 2:1-4 READ PASSAGES HERE So let’s read our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Christian Spirituality

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jul 9, 2008

Spirituality is grounded in committed Christian living.

Trinity 8 Proper 10A What is Christian spirituality Isaiah 55:1-5, 10-13 Thus says the Lord: “Come, everyone who thirsts, come to the waters; and he who has no money, come, buy and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without price. Why do you spend your money for that which is not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Anglican