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Stephen The Witness And Martyr Series

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 21, 2005

Stephen is a model for us of a Holy Spirit directed witness.

Stephen the Witness and Martyr Acts 6:8—8:1 Intro: There is a Conspiracy of Silence in so many churches… Thinking that we can merely live good Christian lives as our witness, without telling people the why: telling about Jesus Christ. God’s acts have always needed explanation to be clear. ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Character Of A Disciple: Integrity Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 18, 2018

When a person has "integrity," our words, actions, values, beliefs, principles, character, our hearts are one. As disciples of Jesus, who was the embodiment of integrity, our words and actions, our values are integral, are one, with our Lord.

“Caveat emptor” … “Buyer beware” … because what you see, well … it’s not what you always get … and that’s been the case, it seems, ever since we’ve been banned from the Garden of Eden. We get our word “integrity” from a very ancient practice that was done to scam the consumers of pottery jugs and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-17

Denomination: United Methodist

The Protective Power Of Thorn Of Hedges Against Harm Or Negative Energy Directed Towards Your Loved Ones. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 3, 2024

As believers, we are called to protect and care for our loved ones, and one way to do this is by seeking spiritual protection against harm and negative energy.

As believers, we are called to protect and care for our loved ones, and one way to do this is by seeking spiritual protection against harm and negative energy. In the Bible, we find references to thorns and hedges as symbols of protection and defence. The Thorn of Hedges in Scripture In the Bible, ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:10, Psalm 46:1

Cpr For A Healthy Walk Part 9 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 31, 2018

Message 9 in our series on the essential directives for every believer. This message continues the exploration of the second directive to pursue meaningful relationships.

“CPR for a Healthy Walk" Part 9 “Restore and bear burdens” REVIEW I. Cleave to Christ and continually cultivate a dynamic relationship with Him. II. Persistently pursue, develop and maintain meaningful connection with the community of saints. A. Fervently pray for one another ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5, Philippians 2:2-4

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

We've Got A Connection Here Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 18, 2002

We need to stay spiritually connected and directed by God.

WE GOT A CONNECTION HERE Mark 1:32-39 S: Celebrate Jesus Th: Personal relationship with God: Jesus stayed spiritually connected and directed. Pr: We need to stay spiritually connected and directed by God. ?: How? How do we do it? KW: Commitments TS: We will find in Mark 1:32-39 three ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:32-39

Denomination: Baptist

Tired And Weary

Contributed by Steven Glover on Jul 12, 2001

We find rest in the Lord.

Text: Matthew 11:28-30 28. Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 30. For my yoke is easy, and my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of The Game Plan

Contributed by John Perry on Jul 31, 2010

God's plan is not just our salvation but Jesus has a game plan for us to win in this 'game' called life.

Bunbury Sun pm 1/08/10 NOTE: For my American brethren that might read this, this sermon is based on the football game we play in Australia, a unique game to our nation & if you ask any Aussie, the only 'real' game of football in the world! But I'm sure you can draw the similarities between ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

11 Steps For 2011

Contributed by Bruce Martin on Dec 25, 2010

Eleven steps to successfully navigating the New Year.

11 Steps for 2011 Joshua 3:1-6 • History o It is now time to leave the dessert for the promised land o Joshua was to take them over the Jordan River o No one over the age of 60 present except Joshua and Caleb o A whole new generation ready to apprehend the challenge 1. Step out fresh every ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

What We Can Learn From The London Olympics 2012

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 14, 2012

What principals can we learn from the olympic athletes that show us how God desires His people to run and win the race of life.

What we can learn from the London Olympics 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 2 Timothy 4:7 Introduction- We have been in the series “Nuts and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Nazarene

Do You Know Where Your Going?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jul 23, 2013

Which leads me to the question, how much do you want out of life? Also followed up with another question, how much do you want of God? Because the second question, determines the first one each and everyday, your whole life through

Do you know where your going? I heard the story of the woman driving through a snowstorm just outside of Denver. She was completely lost and struggling under the hazardous weather conditions. She was relieved when she happened upon a snowplow. Since she was lost she decided to follow the truck ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:3-6, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Receive Guidance From God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 30, 2010

The 3 prerequisites and 3 steps to help prepare us to seek and meet the Lord in our times of prayer.

Last week we talked about Recognising God’s Voice. • Thoughts that come to us can originate from God, from ourselves or Satan. • We are called to TEST the spirits in 1 John 4, to check these impressions and thoughts. How do we do that? We went through 4 ways to test an ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Great Preamble

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 17, 2013

The Ten Commandments are essentially a preamble to God's Covenant with Israel. They have an eternal nature that reflect the person of God and display his standards for his people.

1. Standing Up While Sitting Down A five year old girl was having one of those trouble-filled days with her mother. It seemed they spent the day arguing back and forth. Finally the mom had enough. "Jenny, go sit in the corner, right now! Don't get up until I tell you to!" Jenny went to the corner ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living On Purpose Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009

Our lives are not to be lived haphazardly, but guided by the purposes of God.

Living on Purpose Acts 28:1-31 Intro: Video clip of Acts 28 & Paul’s life. [44:45] Prop: Our lives are not to be lived haphazardly, but guided by the purposes of God. Interrogative: How does this happen? How can we stay in alignment with God’s purposes? TS: This closing chapter of Acts leaves ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Trading In The Old Man For The New Man Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 10, 2014

Knowing Christ means a change from the way things were or would be without him. Putting off the old man and putting on the new man applies to us as both as individuals and as part of the household of faith.

Trading in the Old Man for the New Man (Colossians 3:10-11) 1. This story teaches us a lot about our nature. A retired man moves near a junior high school. He spends the first few weeks of retirement in peace and quiet. However, when a new school year begins, three young boys beat on every trash ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:10-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"God's Word Is A Lamp"

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 22, 2015

When we are trying to find our way through the journey of life, God has given us a spiritual compass to guide our path. That guide is the Bible, God's Holy Word. The truth that we find in the Bible never changes. It will always point us in the same direction. It will always point us to Jesus.

Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Psalm 119:105 I am sure that probably all of you have seen a compass. A compass is used to find the right direction to get you to where you want to go. The compass has four main directions, they are North, South, East and West. The needle ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105

Denomination: Baptist