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Lost In Translation

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Aug 2, 2010

Do we truly understand the power of the literal name of Jesus. And is Jesus even His name in English?????

Jesus, Jesus Christ. To call him by any other name sounds utterly blasphemous to our ears. His name is Jesus always was always will be that’s what they called him in the bible right, it says to right there in mine and yours. I think we tend to forget how things used to be in the world, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Foursquare

The 12 Secrets For 100% Answered Prayers Series

Contributed by Olu Mike Omoasegun on May 31, 2016

People do things not knowing why they do them. Prayer is something people do without realizing what it means to pray. Knowing the meaning of prayer, the function of prayer, the power of prayer, and the truth of prayer bring about 100% answers to prayers.

Secret Number One: DISTINGUISHING THE MEANING OF PRAYER He who has the spirit of prayer has the highest interest in the court of heaven. And the only way to retain it is to keep it in constant employment. Apostasy begins in the closet. No man ever backslid from the life and power of Christianity ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Changes Unites Us

Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 23, 2016

We often resist change, but Jesus wants us to accept and even promote the Gospel of Jesus Christ to everyone. He wants us to drop all barriers to the cause of Christ.

I want to start my message this morning by asking the older members a question, and the answer might take you on a trip down memory lane. How many of you remember the TV series “I Love Lucy?” Ricky Ricardo always had a line he used when Lucy did something wrong. It was “Lucy, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Anglican

We All Come To Worship Him

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 6, 2020

The Star of Bethlehem sends a signal to the world. Christ came to be the savior of the world. The church is called into a global mission.

January 5, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Matthew 2:1-12 We All Come to Worship Him Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Jesus came to be the Lord and Savior of all peoples. This tiny infant was sent on no small ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Three Keys To Making Disciples Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 13, 2014

Making Disciples; Making a Difference Three Keys to Making Disciples, part 4

Making Disciples; Making a Difference Three Keys to Making Disciples, part 4 Acts 2:42-47 To have a successful road trip you need a driver, a vehicle to move you, and a map to show you your destination. Unless you have all three you cannot make a rad trip, you will not get anywhere. The same is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Break The Cycle Of Spiritual Osmosis

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Feb 16, 2012

The fact is that is possible to purify water using a reverse osmosis system (RO) has very little or no minerals present in the water, thus the water will not conduct electricity and the precipitation will not result. So normal tap water with minerals in i

Show slides about Osmosis - Egg Osmosis Osmosis is the process by which water enters our tissues. All of our cells are surrounded by a membrane that selectively allows in anything the cell needs but prevents unwanted molecules from entering. Weigh the uncooked eggs and carefully place them into a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:33

Denomination: Baptist

1 The Nature Of Man In The Image Of God Series

Contributed by Louis Posthauer on Jul 4, 2022

God has one nature represented in three persons. Man has a nature that is represented in the second person of the trinity. The nature of the triune God is represented in three distinct persons in the Godhead: Father (Spirit) Son (Incarnated with Body,Soul,Spirit) Holy Spirit (Spirit)

Genesis 1:26-27 Then God said, “Let Us make mankind in Our image, according to Our likeness; and let them rule over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the sky and over the livestock and over all the earth, and over every crawling thing that crawls on the earth.” 27 So God created man in His ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27-28, Romans 3:23, Romans 5:12

Striving For Stability Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 23, 2021

Paul just cannot comprehend the profound folly that would lead men to exchange liberty for bondage.

Back in the early part of the 20th century some architects in Washington began to visualize how the Jefferson Memorial ought to look from across the lake when reflected in the water. They decided it would be best to cut down the fringe of cherry trees that threatened to obscure the view. A group ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6

You Have A Soul

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 22, 2022

New research findings in Science and Medicine now support the Bible's statement that we have a soul, not just a body. People must know this so they can make correct decisions about where they will spend eternity.

YOU HAVE A SOUL OPENING ILLUSTRATION Get 4 kids to front. Turn off lights. Shine flashlights thru hands. You can see the bones inside the skin. “WE HAVE SOMETHING INSIDE!” We know this also because of Xrays and ultrasounds. But today I want to talk about something else we have inside: a SOUL & ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Matthew 15:26, Mark 8:36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Ought To Pray Together Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jan 19, 2023

We need to see the value of corporate prayer.

Introduction As you might know, the Book of Acts, immediately follows the Four Gospels in New Testament and it reveals to us the beginnings of the early church. Jesus, during the week of His Crucifixion. went to the Temple, He cast out the money changers and said to all who were in listening ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting God's Provision: Transformed By Eternal Values Luke 12:25 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 22, 2024

In Luke 12:25, where Jesus instructs His followers not to worry about life's necessities but to trust in God's care. This passage invites us to examine our priorities and embrace a transformative perspective centred on eternal values.

Trusting God's Provision: Transformed by Eternal Values Luke 12:25 Introduction: Today, we explore Luke 12:25, where Jesus instructs His followers not to worry about life's necessities but to trust in God's care. This passage invites us to examine our priorities and embrace a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:25, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 6:27, Psalm 55:22, Philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 6:26, Colossians 3:1-2, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, Matthew 6:19-20, 1 Peter 5:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sola Scriptura: The Scriptures As The Only Infallible Authority Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 25, 2017

God reigns in our lives and churches to the degree that we allow Him to set the agenda through His Word.

The Scriptures: The Only Infallible Authority for the Things of God (2 Timothy 3:15-17) 1.On October 31, we will mark the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. Martin Luther nailed his 95 theses to the Wittenberg church door for discussion, an annual event every October 31st. 2. Reformation ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God With Us Sermon Ii: Blessed Be God's Choice Of A Good Man - Joseph Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 12, 2020

In times of trouble fomented by anti-Christian and anarchist rulers of darkness, mature Christians are encouraged by the Story of Redemption in which God chose a good man to implement God's Prophesied Plan of Salvation.

BLESSED BE GOD OUR FATHER’S CHOICE OF A GOOD MAN TO IMPLEMENT GOD’S PROPHESIED PLAN When my brother twenty years my senior was asked by me - while gathering information for writing our family history - to sum up our dad’s life in a just a few words, he simply said: “He was a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

God's Detours Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on May 24, 2021

Life throws up big "road out!" signs at us. How do we adapt to the detours of life?

Detours   • An old sailor repeatedly got lost at sea, so his friends gave him a compass and urged him to use it. The next time he went out in his boat, he followed their advice and took the compass with him. But as usual he became hopelessly confused and was unable to find land. Finally, he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Myth Of Balance And The Call Of Christ

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Oct 28, 2025

True peace is not found in trying to balance life’s demands, but in surrendering every part of our lives to Christ, who brings divine order when we seek first His Kingdom.

Beloved, if you scroll through social media or browse the self-help section in any bookstore today, you’ll see this repeated message: “Find balance.” “Work-life harmony.” “Don’t let one thing take over the other.” We are told that a balanced life is the key to peace and happiness. And yet, have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Pentecostal