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Cross Purposes 2: Suffering For Us Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Dec 13, 2019

On the cross, 1) Christ joined in our suffering, 2) Christ bore the results of our sin, 3) Christ gives us hope when we suffer

CROSS PURPOSES 2: SUFFERING FOR US Suffering is a fact of life. People get sick, and die. Some endure constant pain or loss of abilities. Some feel the ache of loneliness or loss. Some are bullied, abused, abandoned, or enslaved. The world is a place of suffering. War, disease, natural disasters, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Mark 8:28-33, Hebrews 2:10-11, Colossians 1:24-27, 1 Corinthians 4:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Tomorrow May Be Too Late - Ecclesiastes 11 Series

Contributed by Robert Austin on Jul 29, 2022

In my Bible, this chapter titled “Invest in Life.”

Tomorrow May Be Too Late - Ecclesiastes 11 Last time we were in Ecclesiastes, we saw Solomon’s Portrait of a Fool in chapter 10. Now, in chapter 11, Solomon is starting to wrap up his thoughts. In my Bible, this chapter titled “Invest in Life.” This may seem to contradict with the concept of ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Problems Come

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 2, 2023

Problems come. It's part of life. What are some general principles we need to follow when they do? We look at one of the greatest problems / difficulties / challenges in the history of God's people - the destruction of Jerusalem at the hands of the Babylonians and the exile - for lessons.

Everyone faces problems from time to time. Churches also face problems. For example, a church might unexpectedly lose its pastor and some other key members of its leadership at around the same time. If that happened, how would you view it? Perhaps some of you would say that it’s a CHALLENGE, ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:7-8, Daniel 9:5, Nehemiah 1:7, Ezra 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Showcase For Saints Or Hospital For Sinners?

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Feb 19, 2022

There is a temptation for us to put on our best front in church, a false front, and to especially welcome those who looked really good. But Jesus saw the church as especially for those who don't have it together and we will be wise to follow him.

When I was a boy, my mother used to tell us to be careful about the friends we picked. If you pick a study partner at school who doesn’t want to do school work, you won’t get much done. If you start going out at night and roving the town with kids who like to make trouble, it won’t be long before ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32, Matthew 9:9-13, Mark 2:13-17

Three Things To Include In Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Nov 14, 2022

Sometimes the circumstances of our lives are not always the best. In fact, they may be downright bad. We wonder about the future or our country and the downward direction it is going. But still, in all circumstances we are to look for something for which to be thankful!

Alba 11-10-13 (Revised 11-13-2022) THREE THINGS TO INCLUDE IN THANKSGIVING I Thessalonians 5:18 I Thessalonians 5:18 says, Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. Sometimes the circumstances of our lives are not always the best. In fact, they may be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ecclesiastes Chapter Two Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 4, 2025

What if there was no God - what would life be like? It would be meaningless - Meaningless.... The book of Ecclesiastes looks at life from the view that there in no God. This is a verse by verse look into chapter two of Ecclesiastes.

Ecclesiastes Chapter Two Ecclesiastes 2:1 (NASB) I said to myself, "Come now, I will test you with pleasure. So enjoy yourself." And behold, it too was futility. Solomon conducted his search for life's meaning as an experiment. He first tried pursuing pleasure. He undertook great ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ready For The Journey Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 26, 2023

The wise men are a surprising twist to the narrative from Matthew. What does their presence indicate and how does getting to know them help us prepare for Christmas?

You may have noticed the chalkboard signs that are scattered around the church building. Each has a different saying- “Be the Branch,” “Catch the Wind,” “Wreck the Roof,” “Grip the Plow,” and “Empty the Jar.” They come from a small group video Bible study our groups participated in a while back. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Problem And A Promise SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 30, 2023

Spiritual/Personal

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. I am deeply moved to stand before you today, as we gather in the house of the Lord, to share a message that has been stirring in my heart. This message, titled "A Problem and a Promise," is not just a sermon but a journey. A journey that we will embark ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-41, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Isaiah 40:31

Topics: Development

Money Talks - Give Me Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon emphasizes the importance of generosity in stewarding resources as a Christian, highlighting it as a crucial antidote to greed and a means of extending Kingdom-building work beyond individual circles.

In 1913, Dayton, OH experienced the greatest natural disaster in Ohio history. In March of that year, a series of severe winter rain storms hit the Midwest. Within three days, 8–11 inches of rain fell throughout the Great Miami River watershed on already saturated soil, resulting in more than 90 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Topics: Stewardship, Generosity, Kingdom-Building

Sermon Series: Money Talks

Let The Lord Use You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024

Explores our divine assignments as Christians to be the "salt of the earth" and "light of the world," embodying these roles in our daily lives.

Good morning, cherished family of faith. What a joy it is to stand before you today, to share in this sacred space of fellowship and worship. We are gathered here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the divine dance of faith. Today, we are going to turn our hearts and minds ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Topics: Salt, Light

The Gift Of Tongues

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 10, 2001

A Study of the nature, origin and purpose of the miraculous Gift of Tongues.

I.Definition. The ability, by guidance of the Holy Spirit, to speak another language without its having been learnt. ACTS 2:4-11; 1 CORINTHIANS 14:9-11. II.Origin. A. For the Apostles - the Baptism of the Holy Spirit. ACTS 1:1-5,8; 2:1-4. B. Other early Christians - via the laying on of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:22-23, Acts 2:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Prayer Works

Contributed by Truuke Ameigh on Mar 2, 2003

Using food coloring, water and bleach, children pray and acquire an understanding of how prayer can work

Hi Kids! Today we are talking about prayer and I have a special demonstration for you that shows how prayer works. First, I’m going to give each one of you a little bottle of food coloring. Be careful with it so we don’t stain the carpet or our clothes. Now, do you see this jar of water here on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From The Pit To The Pinnacle

Contributed by Norris Harris I on May 8, 2004

How God takes us from the Pit of our Problems and Predicaments to the Pinnacle of Peace, Praise and Power.

I. Pits A) Pits were common in Palestine. 1. Different Types of Pits (Deep; Shallow; Lined) 2. Designed to Hold Water a) Containers - Vessels 3. Make Comparison to Preacher/Pastors & Churches B) Pits Can Become Prisons 1. Cases of Joseph & Jeremiah 2. The Pulpit Can ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Organization

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 9, 2004

By obeying the commands of God for organization the Israelites became more effective.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The books of Exodus, Leviticus, and Numbers present a striking contrast between how much we can accomplish when we obey God and how little we can accomplish when we don’t. The organization of the Israelite camp was ordered by God. By obeying the commands of God for ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 2:1-34

Denomination: Baptist

Get Ready For Action Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Bill Lyle on Sep 12, 2006

A study in First Peter

I. What are the truths that require action A. You are loved by God! vs. 2 B. You are sanctified by the Spirit of God! vs. 2 C. You are born again! vs. 3 D. You have a living hope! vs. 3 E. You have an inheritance! vs. 4 F. You will face trails! vs. 6 G. You believe in a real person, Jesus! vs. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed