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Praising God 101

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Dec 12, 2008

based on 14 ratings

| 12,067 views

Three solid reasons given in th etext to give God the Praise that is His. Without excuse, we all should Praise the Lord.

Praising God 101 Psalm 150:1-6 KJV Introduction: The first and last of the psalms have both the same number of verses, are both short, and very memorable. But the scope of them is very different: the first psalm is an elaborate instruction in our duty, to prepare us for the comforts of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Master Planned Community

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jun 3, 2007

based on 11 ratings

| 5,093 views

the Master plan--mission, method, mentality and message for reaching souls

Intro: today I would like to give some shocking news, Chicago is bigger than Wetumpka. But don’t feel bad, it is bigger than any place else in the United States, with the exception of New York City and Los Angeles. A thought came to me as we were riding through downtown Chicago, this place started ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:21-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You Drawing Near? Series

Contributed by Michael Stacey on Oct 27, 2005

based on 87 ratings

| 7,491 views

This is the third in the series from Tony Evan’s book, Dry Bones Dancing.

Are You Drawing Near? Mark 5:25-34 -Before the era of mandatory seatbelts you could always tell which couples were in love and which ones weren’t. The distance indicated something. -Many of God’s children are content to ride in the car with the Lord, but they want to keep their ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Connecting The Dots

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 8, 2005

based on 29 ratings

| 5,179 views

IN this short but effective first Christian sermon, Peter connected the dots to a series of puzzling Old Testament prophecies. Connected, the revealed image was Jesus Christ.

Passage: Acts 2:14-41 Intro: The 1st recorded sermon delivered by a Christian preacher lasted 3 minutes and 3 seconds. 1. the altar call lasted longer, but the sermon itself was simple, short, to the point, and tremendously effective. 2. it was delivered to a group of people to whom God’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Lord Is My Shepherd

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 15, 2005

based on 25 ratings

| 8,287 views

As we think of the relationship between sheep and their shepherd, let us consider why a shepherd purchases and raises a flock of sheep.

THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” Psalm 23:1 A Question: “If the Lord is my shepherd, what does that tell me about myself?” There is one thing we Christians need to get clear in our minds, and that is, “who He is” and “who we are”. IF THE LORD IS OUR ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Baptist

The First Sin

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Dec 27, 2005

based on 6 ratings

| 3,140 views

It is a popular subject for preachers, I just hope I can help someone with a thought or idea with this sermon.

The First Sin! Genesis 3:6,7 My, how times have changed. Look at how television has changed: 1951-1961: I Love Lucy 1961-1966: Dick Van Dyke Show 1960-1968: Andy Griffith Show Today, we have: Desperate Housewives – infidelity with adulterous affairs Sex in the City – promotes sex outside of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Call: Here Am I; Send Me

Contributed by Matthew Miles on Jan 13, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 5,382 views

This is a sermon for all of you out there looking for your place in the ministry. Continue to be hungry and eat your fill as you take in this prophetic word.

Where were you when the word of the Lord came to you? Were you at church when you received the call? Or maybe, you were out at the time, and the Lord decided not to leave you a message. Fact is, if you don’t know what your calling is, you’re probably not listening close enough to what God says. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

#2spin A Web: Dinosaur Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 28, 2002

based on 29 ratings

| 4,223 views

We continue the lesson on soulwinning as a Christian essential!

#2 Spinning a web to catch the lost -- DINOSAUR By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We must develop a system to bring others to the Lord. TEXT: Text: Prov. 11:30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life: and he that WINNETH souls is wise. Jude 1: 22. And some having compassion, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:30, Jude 1:22-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Truth And Pressure

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 1, 2002

based on 35 ratings

| 3,497 views

What does it mean to be a hearer AND doer of the Word?

Last week we saw at some length that the main difference between a trial and a temptation was the source. Trials come from the Lord, and the purpose is to strengthen, to make sure our faith. To endure these trials ensures the crown of life (see v.12). On the other side, the temptations we ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-22

Denomination: United Methodist

The Eternal Good Bye

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Jul 21, 2003

based on 69 ratings

| 6,319 views

In life we often say Good Bye to loved ones and friends, but one day God will say His eternal Good bye to the unbeliever.

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism Sermon Title The Eternal Good Bye By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby (Message delivered at Lakeside Baptist Church 1980) Before we read our text verse, I would like to tell you of some of the "Good-byes" we have all experienced. Every person born ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:41

Denomination: Baptist

How Do You Spend Your Time?

Contributed by Millie Pisano on Apr 26, 2004

based on 9 ratings

| 7,943 views

Imagine if you are at home and lets say either your kids are making enough racket to shake the walls or you have your stereo or television blasting real loud. Do you think you would hear someone at your door? Most likely you would miss whoever tried to

Steps” By Millie Pisano How are things in your life? Are you happy-sad-or mad? What kind of day have you had? Is your life filled with splendid walks? And endless talks And gazing at the sky Is there a smile upon your face? And you know the reason why Is your step a little easier? And a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20, Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Much Are People Worth To You

Contributed by Andrew Huson on Nov 23, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 3,159 views

Challenge people concerning their brokeness for the lost

How Much Are People Worth To You Say People -Not Just Wife/Husband/Kids/Best Friend/Not Just People You Like-PEOPLE Websters-A Mass Of Persons-Not Just A Single Individual-ALL HUMAN KIND President Bush Has Been Questioned A Lot About The War This Week -Why is the war taking so long? -Why are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41

Denomination: Pentecostal

The First Christian Sermon

Contributed by Frank Lay on Mar 4, 2005

based on 11 ratings

| 6,548 views

My first sermon was certainly no model for Christian preaching. However, Peter’s first sermon presents a model that should characterize all Christian preaching today. Notice the elements in the first Christian sermon. There was explanation, exposition,

THE FIRST CHRISTIAN SERMON Acts 2:14-47 I remember my very first sermon. It was on Easter Sunday evening in 1961. For some years I had been wrestling with the call to preach the gospel. During the closing service of a revival meeting at Riverside Baptist Church in Pascagoula, Mississippi, I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-47

Denomination: Baptist

Lifted Up, Looking On, And Let It Be Known Series

Contributed by Josh Mcdowell on Mar 10, 2005

based on 24 ratings

| 7,478 views

This is a simple study of verses 9-11 of Acts Chapter 1.

Lifted Up, Looking On, and Letting it be Known Acts 1:9-11 1. Lifted Up / He was lifted up… (v.9) a. …after He said these things (what did He say) (v.9a) He had just said you should be MY witnesses in verse 8. Jesus emphasized the word MY there. He stressed that word in His sentence. It was the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Tacks & Gates To Ecc

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Feb 9, 2010

based on 1 rating

| 3,671 views

Spiritual tracks and Gates to the Church

As a church of people in partnership, it is important we hear what God is saying to us as a church and even more important we act on what God is saying to us. God interrupts what we are doing, and even what He is doing, because God is always looking for a moment to speak into our lives, to call or ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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