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  • Who?

    Contributed by Michael Hopkins on May 26, 2013
     | 3,497 views

    Use of Jeremiah, John, and Luke, to bring out three persons of the Trinity, and an analogy with TV programme Dr Who - different faces and mystery.

    Luke 19:1-10 Jeremiah 32:21-25 John 20:19-23 As a child, I always enjoyed Dr Who on a Saturday teatime. For me, Tom Baker was the doctor - the others who came after weren’t quite the same. Perhaps, for you it was Jon Pertwee who was the doctor, or Patrick Troughton, or William Hartnell; or ...read more

  • Jesus Or Barabbas

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 2, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 12,181 views

    We have the freedom of choice who we will serve in life ... Jesus or the devil.

    MATTHEW 27:15-26 “JESUS OR BARABBAS” A) I want our minds to go back in time … Jesus’ earthly ministry is coming to an end! (1) PRAYER IN GETHSEMANE! * For approximately 33 ½ years, He lived looking forward to the cross! * Christ must’ve seen its shadow across His path all the way from the ...read more

  • The Lord's Supper

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Aug 16, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 12,707 views

    Preparing to observe the Lord’s Supper

    1 Corinthians 11:20-34 The Lord’s Supper Introduction Tonight as we prepare to observe the Lord’s Supper, I want us to examine the Lord’s teaching as He directed Paul to write in 1 Corinthians 11. I want to draw your attention particularly to verses 27 & 29. Paul said, "Wherefore whosoever ...read more

  • That I May Know Him

    Contributed by Elias Reyes on Aug 15, 2002
    based on 577 ratings
     | 278,628 views

    The greatest desire of a true Christian is to know God. Every other desire pales in significance to this one.

    That I May Know Him TEXT: Philippians 3:10 August 11, 2002 Rev. Elias Rivera-Reyes - El Buen Pastor U.M.C. What is the greatest desire of a Christian? Throughout Scripture, the great men and women of God say that their passion is to truly know Him. Moses says to God: "I pray You show me Your ...read more

  • Are You Ready For The Tough Times? Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,049 views

    This is the first in a series of 4 messages from the book of Job.

    “ARE YOU READY FOR THE TOUGH TIMES? Job 1:6-22 (Begin series – “Life is Tough – God is Good”) INTRO – What is your definition of a tough time? The toughest thing you could think of possibly going through? Well, guess what? That very thing could happen to you. When I went to seminary at New ...read more

  • Call On God

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Oct 17, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,640 views

    God wants us to call on Him when we are in trouble.

    CALL ON GOD Text: Psalm 55:16 Who brought their cell phone tonight? Americans love their cell phones. Remember when phones were just for calling people? Now you can take pictures and movies with your cell phone, you can play games on your cell phone, or even use it to surf the net. For young ...read more

  • Beginnings - Pt. 4 - Gardens Grow Pansies Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 2, 2011
     | 4,284 views

    Each year people make resolutions and talk about turning over a new leaf. It is a great time to focus on Beginnings!

    Beginnings Part 4 – Gardens Grow Pansies! I. Introduction I have asked some tough and challenging questions during this series. Questions like “What is the indicator to those around you that God is at the beginning of your entire life?” In week two, I asked you if you have a Word? Then last week I ...read more

  • Above - Pt. 2 - Above Below Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 7, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,201 views

    Catch your balance. Steady yourself. Above is supposed to describe us. Don’t look down . . . DON’T LIVE DOWN!

    Above Pt. 2 – Above Below I. Introduction Above. As I mentioned last week there are certain meanings that come to mind instantly. Above . . . perspective, looking down on, higher than. Above . . . prominence and higher in order. Above . . . distance. Above speaks to perspective and ...read more

  • Time For Change

    Contributed by Jason Miller on Sep 12, 2014
     | 10,130 views

    Proper 18, Year A

    [From the steps] I’d like to take a few moments to start this week’s sermon with a little experiment. Please indulge me for a minute or so… Close your eyes… Keep them closed. Now do your best to answer to yourself the question I’m going to ask. Once you’re ...read more

  • More Kingdom Clothes Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jul 22, 2018
     | 2,346 views

    Message 16 in our Colossians study continuing an exploration of the kind of "clothes" Christians should wear.

    Chico Alliance Church “More Kingdom Clothes” Review On the basis a restored relationship with Christ, Paul calls for us to put away the habits and drives associated with the Old Kingdom and demonstrate attitudes and behavior that identifies us as citizens of the New Kingdom. We will be labeled ...read more

  • Believe Right

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 21, 2013
     | 6,703 views

    Right believing leads to right living. Right believing starts on the inside. Right believing is a relationship.

    RECAP – Matt 23:23-28 – the Pharisees made the mistakes of replacing a RELATIONSHIP with Jesus with a RELIGION, and making the OUTWARD more important than the INWARD. No life change can take place without a relationship with Jesus Christ. The Pharisees got the wrong target. ...read more

  • Visionary View: Signs And Wonders Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 13, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,347 views

    Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples like tongues of fire, was a fulfilment of Joel's prophecy and a powerful demonstration of God's Spirit at work.

    Visionary View: Signs and Wonders Today, we embark on a journey of understanding and inspiration as we explore the prophetic words of the book of Joel. Opening Prayer: Let us commence with a prayer. Heavenly Father, we gather in Your presence, seeking wisdom and insight as we delve into Your ...read more

  • Visionary View: Refreshment In The Valley Of Weeping (Psalm 84) Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 13, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,232 views

    Psalm 84 is a beautiful passage that speaks of the longing for God's presence and the joy of dwelling in His house.

    Visionary View: Refreshment in The Valley of Weeping Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, may God's grace and peace be upon you as we gather today to explore the profound wisdom and inspiration found in Psalm 84. Let us open our hearts to the Word of God and His message for our lives. Opening ...read more

  • Servant Leadership Involves Pain--Even In Election Season

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 16, 2024
     | 343 views

    One of the two major parties has made abortion this voting cycle their preeminent priority. Let's look at the morality behind that divide.

    There is something almost humorous in today’s Gospel pericope. The story has come down to us in two versions. Both place this incident right after Jesus predicted His passion and death for the third time. St. Matthew’s original version pictures Salome, mother of James and John, making the request. ...read more

  • The Powerful Love Of Jesus

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 12, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 7,555 views

    This is a devotional written for our church newsletter about the power we find in the love of Jesus

    The Powerful Love of Jesus Romans 8:38-39 The love of Christ is so absolute and so powerful that there is absolutely nothing in the entire universe that can separate you from that love. When Paul tells the Roman church nothing he means nothing. · Not death: When you confront the reality of death ...read more