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The Cost Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 17, 2015

Being a disciple of Jesus Christ involves a cost. The cost is the path to abundant living

Matthew 16:24-17:8 “The Cost” INTRODUCTION Some passages in the Bible encourage. I love Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Other verses comfort such as, “The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want”—Psalm 23:1. ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Put It To The Test Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 2, 2015

This is the 4th sermon in the series "Are You Real?". We are to take our salvation very seriously and put it to the test.

Series: Are You Real? [#4] PUT IT TO THE TEST 1 John 2:3-11 Introduction: In a time when the theory is, “It’s easier to ask for permission than forgiveness”; many people have times in their lives where they question their salvation. They ask themselves questions like, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Temptations? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 28, 2015

How do we deal with temptations which always creep into our lives?

We continue our study of the Letter by James in the New Testament. Last week we noted that no matter who that James was, God spoke though him. All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness… 2 Timothy 3:16! We worship with God’s Word and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Biomedical Developments Require Advanced Ethical Reflection

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Aug 13, 2014

Biomedical Developments Require Advanced Ethical Reflection

With advances in medical science, the line between when doctors should intervene to save a life and when they should step back to allow nature to take its course has become increasingly blurred. Since life sustaining support systems can be financially burdensome and because the average person ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Keeping Your Victory In Christ

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Oct 12, 2018

James 4:7-Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you."

KEEPING YOUR VICTORY IN CHRIST MAIN TEXT: 1PETER 5:8 Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Your hour of total victory is now because the Almighty God who you serve has remained a victor and the enemy cannot rejoice over ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Angelic Misconceptions

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 11, 2018

Many have a misconception in regard people becoming angels when they die. Mankind does not become angels. Catch the simple truths in this short message.

Angelic Misconceptions Mankind Does Not Become Angels Have you ever heard phrases like – “Heaven just got another angel” or “God just needed another angel” when a loved one has passed on? There is also that familiar, “You just earned your wings by doings such and such.” First let us administer ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

2015 Resolution #1 - Thou Shall Not Compare Series

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 27, 2017

begin the new year by not comparing yourself to others

It’s hard to believe. . . just last week we were observing Christmas, with feasting and presents and remembering the Christ Child. It was meant to be a time of celebration and joy. The practice of making New Year’s resolutions goes back over 3,000 years to the ancient Babylonians. There is just ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:12

Denomination: Episcopal

"Blessings From The Stranger"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 27, 2017

The disciples on the road to Emmaus encounter these blessings given by the stranger: The stranger blesses by talking, he blesses by listening, he blesses by unveiling, he blesses by staying with us, and he blesses by walking with us.

“Blessings from The Stranger” Luke 24:13-35 1. The stranger blesses by walking and talking to the Disciples on the road to Emmaus • 17The Stranger asked the disciples, "What are you discussing?" The Disciples faces were downcast then Cleopus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Methodist

Bitter Fights And Sweet Turn Outs…. Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 28, 2013

Today is the final lesson from the life of Jacob. Forgiveness has become a lost art. Now everything is about revenge, getting even, making someone pay. As we meditate the life of Jacob, I think that we will find the awesome power of forgiveness in today’s

Bitter fights and sweet turn outs…. Life of Jacob –part 4 Genesis 33: 10 “ And Jacob said, “No, please, if I have now found favour in your sight, then receive my present from my hand, inasmuch as I have seen your face as though I had seen the face of God, and you were ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Encounters With God

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Nov 5, 2009

Isaiah’s call after a vision of God, His holiness, His power and His plan

Intro: I now have completed half of a century as part of a Pentecostal family. My grandfather was a Pentecostal Pastor, my roots go back to Pentecostal Assembly in Bangor whose Pastor was Clifford Crabtree, father of Charles and David Crabtree. I ate sawdust at camp meeting when I was a toddler. I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"The Secret Place"

Contributed by Monte Mcelfresh on Jan 21, 2011

You can't hide things from a God who is Omniscient, Omnipresent and Omnipotent!

“A Secret Place” Psalm 139 Introduction Life is precious and God is in control of our lives, even from the womb. He knows all about us and He loves us. 1. The PRESENCE of God - vv.7-12 a. Love - Rest assured you can’t get away from God as He is omnipresent. You also ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Angel Gabriel Was Sent. Series

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Dec 6, 2014

Story about Mary.

The traditional Christmas story from the Gospel of Luke begins this way: “In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world” (Luke 2:1). Most of us read those words without giving them a second thought. Caesar Augustus reigned as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Kind Of Church That Makes Jesus Sick

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019

THE DANGER OF BEING LUKEWARM

THE KIND OF CHURCH THAT MAKES JESUS SICK REV. 3:14-16 1. INTRODUCTION. THERE ARE MANY CHURCHES TODAY THAT THRIVE ON THEIR ACCOMPLISHMENTS. THEY HAVE A PACKED HOUSE, BUT THEY ARE SPIRITUALLY EMPTY. THEY HAVE MONEY IN THE BANK, BUT THEY ARE SPIRITUALLY BANKRUPT. THEY ARE KNOWN FOR THEIR SINGING, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14, Revelation 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Easy Way To Love Your Neighbor Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 14, 2020

The story of the Samaritan and his compassion is instructive for us to consider how we treat our neighbors.

LOVE THY NEIGHBOR: Loving your neighbor is not difficult as long as you get to define “neighbor.” - Luke 10:29. - We often define “neighbor” as those we like and who like us back. People like us who we are comfortable around. - Further, we define “love” cheaply: liking a post, offering a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Job's Complaining

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 10, 2018

How would a nurse today console Job as a patient?

5B WELCOME TO THIS SPECIAL LITURGICAL HOLY DAY KNOWN AS SUPER BOWL SUNDAY. No use fighting it. I heard about one young guy who is really in a difficult situation. He bought two tickets for today’s Super Bowl far in advance. He forgot that he and his fiancé had scheduled their wedding for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39, Job 7:1-7

Denomination: Catholic