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Final Words

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Sep 26, 2008

Truths gleaned from Jesus’ words to thief on the cross.

FINAL WORDS INTRO> Something happened a few years ago that had never happened before. For the first time ever, a game show became the #1-rated television show. Regis Philbin served as the original host of “Do You Want To Be A Millionaire?,” where a single contestant sits in chair while lights ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Made A Road Today?

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Nov 8, 2008

Concerning the importance of accomplishing something in the spiritual life everyday.

1 Samuel 27:10 KJV And Achish said, Whither have ye made a road to day? And David said, Against the south of Judah, and against the south of the Jerahmeelites, and against the south of the Kenites. I. INTRODUCTION -- THE SMALL THINGS OF LIFE -It has been said that the greatest things of life ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 27:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Member's Only! Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Nov 30, 2008

Part 5 of our Fracture series looks at the barrier of favoritism. We tackle what the bible has to say about social and class warfare and how we need to keep this out of the church.

Fracture Part 5- “Member’s Only” Pastor Ryan Akers I am excited about this message today. Because it’s a message that I think affects all of us but none of us want to openly admit that we struggle with what I am about to talk about. That’s what makes it fun because it’s so challenging. Before we ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Zordak - Jesus’ Guardian Angel

Contributed by Samuel Young on Jun 3, 2011

Jesus’ life from the perspective of His guardian angle. The angle tells the story of Jesus from His birth through His death. He was able to see the physical world, the spiritual conflicts and the Father’s pain.

Trip: Today, I would like you to go with me on a journey to meet a very special person. We get on a bus outside that takes us to the airport and we fly to Cape Canaveral, Florida. We board our space shuttle and away we go. Higher and higher we fly. We make that famous turn and finally we are ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Thourougly Blessed Series

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 14, 2011

2nd in the Ephesians series continuing with the theme of God's blessing on believers.

Ephesians Series #2 “Thoroughly Blessed” REVIEW This letter to the believing saints living in Ephesus is a foundational book. It focuses on the identity, privilege and responsibility of the Church. Greetings I. Our Wealth and Worth in Christ 1-3 II. Our Walk and Work with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

No Fear! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 24, 2014

Find courage in the fellowship of the saints, your faith in the Sovereign Lord, and in the filling of the Holy Spirit.

One summer evening, during a violent thunderstorm, a mother was tucking her small boy into bed. She was about to turn off the light when he asked with a tremor in his voice, “Mommy, will you sleep with me tonight?” The mother smiled and gave him a reassuring hug. “I can't, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Esther - A Woman Of Humility And Wisdom - The Queen Of Beauty And Courage Series

Contributed by Bev Sesink on Jul 17, 2019

A sermon about Esther and the impact she had due to her humility and wisdom.

Esther - A Woman Of Humility And Wisdom The Queen Of Beauty And Courage Esther - A Woman Of Humility And Wisdom The Queen Of Beauty And Courage (The Book Of Esther) THE Story Chapter 20 Sunday March 10, 2019 Thank you for joining us today as we continue with The Story. This week we are looking at ...read more

Scripture: James 4:10, Proverbs 11:2

Denomination: *other

Vital Signs Of A Healthy Ministry Pt 1 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 17, 2018

Message 47 in our exposition of Romans. This message explores Romans 15 for clues concerning what really counts in ministry.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Vital Signs of a Healthy Ministry” Romans 15:13-33 We can approach this passage in any number of ways. A straight logical outline of the passage may reveal its flow. This morning however I would like to glean some insight from the passage related to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13-33

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

How We Grow

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 27, 2015

Most folks want their church to grow, but what are the practical steps to make that happen? This message addresses three areas that need to be prepared if we are going to see growth in our churches.

Growing the Church You ever think about Church Growth? You ever wonder about whether or not Cornerstone is growing? Does it every cross or mind, is it even relevant in your life? There are some folks at Cornerstone who honestly never think about church growth, they attend, they enjoy the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:2-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Peter Defends Himself Before The Jerusalem Church Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 10, 2017

It appears that when the church leaders in Jerusalem had heard of Peter’s experience in Joppa at the home of Cornelius, they challenged his action and recalled him to Jerusalem for the purpose of justifying it.

May 6, 2014 Commentary on the Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Lesson: III.D.7: Peter Defends Himself Before the Jerusalem Church (11:1-18) Scripture (Acts 11:1-18; KJV) 1 And the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Paul And Barnabas Disagree On John Mark Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 27, 2017

A difference of opinion between them lead to each going his separate way. Barnabas went to Cyprus, and we hear no more of him in Acts. Paul remains the focus of attention as he returns to Galatia and then embarks on a new enterprise.

January 6, 2015 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: IV.C.1: Paul and Barnabas Disagree on John Mark (15:36-41) Scripture (Acts 15:36-41; KJV) 36 And some days after Paul said ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Baptist

My Month Of Open Heavens: Attitude - Gateway To Our Open Heavens

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 17, 2020

Welcome to the month of our open heavens. This month Thy Lord will open your heavens.

Welcome to the month of our open heavens. This month Thy Lord will open your heavens. Open Heavens means a lot to many people. Generally it is about a gradual or sudden change of spiritual, material or financial status, from the position of hardship, struggles, frustrations and tightness, to times ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28, Job 42:12-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Measure Of A Man. Part I

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 30, 2020

This is the first in a series that examines the qualifications for being an elder.

Title: The Measure of a Mature Christian Man Script: I Tim. 3:1-7 Type: Expository Where: GNBC Father’s Day 2020 Intro: What is your ideal of a “man”? (Pictures: John Wayne, Dwayne Johnson, Carey Grant, Boy George?) Dr. Gene Getz wrote a book called “The Measure of a Man” about 40 years ago. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit Of Sports

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 5, 2021

The spirit of sports plays a greater role in the Bible than most of us see. We will study how Paul uses sport terms to teach Christian lessons.

Back in the days of depression the mighty Babe Ruth was asked to take a salary cut for the first time in his career. He didn't go for it, but insisted on his customary $80,000 contract. "But Babe," protested an official of the Yankee Ball Club, "These are trying times. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

National Judgment

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 4, 2018

This message explores the subject of Divine judgment on nations.

Chico Alliance Church Divine Judgment Introduction History chronicles the rise and fall of nations and governments. Territory changed hands. Kingdoms arose. Borders shifted. People subjugated. Nation throws up and United. Families and ethnic groups united and grew. Biblical history records many ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:15-24, Ezekiel 16:49-50

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance