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The Entrance Of Sin

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Apr 14, 2002

One of the great mysteries that puzzles philosophers is solved in Genesis 3. Sin is no unexplained remnant of humanity’s supposed rise from beastiality, but a heritage flowing from Adam’s fall. Yet the focus in these two chapters is not on the fact of sin

THE ENTRANCE OF SIN Genesis 3–5 “I was afraid because I was naked; so I hid” (Gen. 3:10). One of the great mysteries that puzzles philosophers is solved in Genesis 3. Sin is no unexplained remnant of humanity’s supposed rise from beastiality, but a heritage flowing from Adam’s fall. Yet the focus ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Identity Through God's Eyes Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Nov 3, 2008

We are God’s masterpiece! That tells us a lot about our identity!

TEXT: Ephesians 2:10 TITLE: How God Views Me (Identity part 2) SERIES: Identity TOPIC: Identity in Christ OCCASION: November 2, 2008 PROP.: We are God’s masterpiece! That tells us a lot about our identity! INTRODUCTION: Good morning! (The dangers of mistaken identity!) This past week, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, Jeremiah 29:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do Unchristians Find Us Unchristian?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 15, 2010

Christ-like Christians are a blessing to God and a delight to others.

Title: Do unChristians Find Us unChristian? Text: Luke 13:10-17 Thesis: Christ-like Christians are a blessing to God and a delight to others. Introduction The story of “The Trojan Horse” comes to us out of Greek mythology. It is the story of how the Greeks laid siege to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Survival Of The Fittest Or Triumph Of The Meek? Series

Contributed by Soon Hock Lim on Mar 16, 2001

Just how realistic is the way of Jesus, the way of the Beatitudes, and the Sermon on the Mount? Just how true is Jesus’ statement, “Blessed are the meek for they will inherit the earth”? (Mt 5:5.)

SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST OR TRIUMPH OF THE MEEK? On Friday nights while all of us should be at our Cell Groups, ntv7 is showing the 2nd series of Survivor—this time at the Australian Outback. While I don’t want you to cut short your CG meeting to head home to catch the programme—still, I think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Give Them Jesus! Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on May 18, 2008

Jesus makes some exclusive claims…but He has the right to do so because He offers what NO ONE else can! In our efforts to reach the lost, let’s make sure we give them what they can’t get anywhere else…let’s give them Jesus!

TEXT: John 14:6-8 TITLE: “Give them something they can’t get anywhere else!” SERIES: The Growing Church Part 2 TOPIC: Evangelism OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church PROP.: Jesus makes some exclusive claims…but He has the right to do so because He offers what NO ONE else can! In our efforts ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Advent Conspiracy: Spend Less Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Dec 6, 2012

Spending less means spending differently; it lets us focus on gifts that meet needs, and are meaningful, and memorable.

ADVENT CONSPIRACY: SPEND LESS Philippians 4:10-19 Big Idea: Spending less means spending differently; it lets us focus on gifts that meet needs, and are meaningful, and memorable. Supporting Scripture: • Reading from the Old Testament: Malachi 3:1-4 • Reading from the Psalms: Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Nazarene

Silent Night, Holy Night

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

A look at the holiness and simplicity of Christmas

…Thanks for those special songs. What a joy it is to gather on this Christmas Eve night. It’s a night in which I always find myself touched by songs like these and filled with the wonder of it all. One song that particularly struck me recently was “Silent Night, Holy Night.” THOSE VERY WORDS ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

House Of Mourning Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 8, 2003

One of God’s purposes for our lives is that we enjoy them., but it is not the ONLY purpose. He wants to deepen us, and that comes not so much from joy as it does facing the sober realities of life. Facing life’s realities opens us up to receive wisdom,

Sober Thoughts and Balanced Living OR What Does A Mature Person Look Like? (Ecclesiastes 7:1-22) 1. The gift of enjoyment is a wonderful gift. 2. But remember that from chapter 3, “a time to weep and a time to laugh.” 3. We have to take the good with the bad; like Job, we have to say, “The Lord ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

In The Midst Of Wickedness: It Happened On September 11th

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 17, 2001

A sermon reflecting on the national tragedy of September 11, 2001

IN THE MIDST OF WICKEDNESS: IT HAPPENED ON SEPTEMBER 11th PSALM 36:1-12 INTRODUCTION I got home from work on Tuesday and received a call from my mother to turn on the news and see what was going on. I flipped on CNN in time to see a building smoking and then a plan crashing into another. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 36:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Fought The Battle

Contributed by Mark Haines on Nov 25, 2000

A biographical narrative sermon challenging God's people in my care to believe He can fight whatever battle it takes to save anyone.

HER NAME WAS RAHAB AND HER OCCUPATION WAS “HOSTESS.” Lonely travelers could find a hot meal and a warm bed at her “Bed & Breakfast.” But they could find even more – if her guests longed for companionship she would provide that too. She was a prostitute. HER NAME WAS RAHAB AND HER PEOPLE WERE ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24, Joshua 6:1-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Fig Tree In The Vineyard Series

Contributed by Paul Basehore on Aug 13, 2014

The time is short, so repent now to make sure you’re producing spiritual fruit.

Text 1: Luke 13: 6-9 6 Then he told this parable: “A man had a fig tree, planted in his vineyard, and he went to look for fruit on it, but did not find any. 7 So he said to the man who took care of the vineyard, ‘For three years now I’ve been coming to look for fruit on this fig ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9, Matthew 7:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be Subject To Governing Authorities?

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Apr 15, 2021

When Paul wrote Romans chapter 13, did he have in mind total obedience and surrender to a totalitarian government? "If the civil power commands us to violate the law of God, we must obey God before man" (Wuest).

This morning, I am going to begin our message with an illustration from a 2018 CNN article written by Thomas Weber: “On March 21, 1933, Germany was in turmoil. Less than two months after the Nazi seizure of power, even people with pro-regime leanings felt disquieted about the draconian measures ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

" What Are A Mother's Responsibilities?"

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 14, 2007

Mom’s have the divine responsibility to be their children’s best teachers, best comforters and best advisors.

What are a Mother’s Responsibilities? Opening Illustration: The movie maker clip from the Mother Daughter Banquet - then the video clip from Blue Fish TV “Honoring Mothers.” Thesis: Mom’s have the divine responsibility to be their children’s best teachers, best comforters and best ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayerwalking: Praying On-Site With Insight

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 27, 2006

Our prayers can be used by God to prepare a way of welcoming for Jesus’ arrival.

Prayerwalking: Praying On-site With Insight Luke 10:1-3 Mar. 26, 2006 FBC, Chester Dr. Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A On Wednesday (3/23/06), New York City Department of Transportation workers discovered a cache meant to aid in survival efforts in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Can Israel Survive In A Hostile World?

Contributed by Gordon Norman on May 8, 2002

This sermon gives biblical & historical insight into the right & assurance of Israel’s existence & challenges the church to raise its voice in support of the Jewish people.

“Can Israel Survive In A Hostile World?” (Ezekiel 37:1-14) Preached April 14th 2002 For the last 18 months we have all watched the turbulent events in the Middle East. We’ve witnessed the aguish resulting from the shootings, the suicide bombings & in the last couple of weeks we’ve seen the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal