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Dealing With The Fear Of Being Popular Series

Contributed by Paul Foster on Dec 26, 2014

Part of a sermon series on Galatians

Introduction The story so far: There has been a big argument brewing in the churches of Galatia about what the content of the Gospel is and whether or not Paul is teaching the right version. Some former Jews who have become Christians are saying he has it wrong and he is not teaching what Peter, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Anglican

The World Is Against You Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 30, 2016

Sermon adapting Little Red Riding Hood to talk about the power Christians have in overcoming the world which is against us.

THE WORLD IS AGAINST YOU 1 JOHN 4:1-7 #GreaterIsHe THE STORY… Little Red Riding Hood (p) Once upon a time there was a little girl; we’ll call her Little Red Riding Hood, who was heading to her grandmother’s house to make muffins. Little Red and her grandmother both loved fresh ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Extent Of God's Concern For His Children

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 30, 2002

This outline sets forth the fact that God is concerned about the "little things" as well as the "big things" that confront His children.

THE GREAT EXTENT OF GOD’S CONCERN FOR HIS CHILDREN “And when the servant of the man of God arose early and went out, there was an army surrounding the city with horses and chariots. And his servant said to Elisha, ‘Alas, my master! What shall we do? So he answered, ‘Do not fear, for those who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-32, 2 Kings 6:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

But If Not... Or Five Facts About Faith

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Jun 24, 2001

THIS MESSAGE EXAMINES FIVE ASPECTS OF SHADRACH, MESHACH AND ABEDNEGO’S FAITH WHEN THEY WERE CONFRONTED WITH THE BURNING FIERY FURNACE

BUT IF NOT.... OR FIVE FACTS ABOUT FAITH DAN 3:10-18 I. BACKGROUND II. AN ENCOUNTER WITH FAITH A. (15) Given a second chance - “If you be ready...” B. “Who is that God that shall deliver out of my hands?” C. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:10-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Iron Gates

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

There are "iron gates" that confront both the saved and the sinner but God provides safe passage through them if we turn to Him.

“IRON GATES” “And when they had passed the first and second guard, they came to the iron gate that leads into the city, which opened for them by itself; and they went out and went along one street; and immediately the angel departed from him.” Acts 12:10 I. “Iron gates” that imprison the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:10

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry And Attitude

Contributed by Bruce Gebbeken on Nov 4, 2006

When Jesus confronts his congregation of followers about the truth of physical and spiritual ideas, something really stirs up!

Ministry and Attitude John 6:22-71 Sometimes as church going people we need to stop and look to see what our motivation is. I have many times bent over backwards to accommodate people so that they would be comfortable in our little church. I know some of you have done the same when you are out ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-71

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Great Expectations Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 9, 2007

The disciples were confronted with what to do with an empty. Seeing the power of the resurrection in their lives gives us cause for great expectations.

John 20:1-8 “Great Expectations” INTRODUCTION What do you do with an empty tomb? John is very brief in his description of the events of Easter morning. Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and found it empty. She ran to Peter and the beloved disciple to tell them that someone had stolen Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Courage Of Our Convictions Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 9, 2007

Why would John repeatedly confront Herod about his sin? Why not just leave well enough alone?

OPEN: The philosophy final at U.C.L.A had many blank pages for the answer to one question: “What is courage?” Most of the students wrote frantically, giving examples, expounding on theories. But one of the classmates turned in his essay with just two words on it to describe what courage was. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surrendering

Contributed by Sam Peters on Mar 1, 2007

Too often when we are confronted with a difficult situation we strive to solve it ourselves instead of letting God be God.

Surrendering – Let Go, Let God Text – Daniel 6:10, 16-24 Situation: Your company has made announcements that it is cutting 100 jobs across the company in an effort to trim expenses and increase shareholder equity. The cuts will be made after upper management reviews employee performance. What do ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:10-24

The Overthrow Of Satan In This Broken World Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Aug 17, 2012

Revelation has confronted us with images that might make us feel evil has the upper hand - but Satan is on a leash.

You can listen to this message in full here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/revelation/ Message Revelation 19:1-20:10 “The Overthrow of Satan in This Broken World”. Today we are going to focus on Revelation 19:1-20:10. We are going to break it up into three sections – ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

He Defeated Death Series

Contributed by Kurt Lindgren on Dec 6, 2012

There were certain people in the Corinth church who taught there was no resurrection from the dead! Paul confronts them with hard evidence...

www.pastorkurt.com INTRODUCTION: Corinth was the center of the Epicurean philosophy, which said that, because there is no eternity, man should eat, drink, and be merry on earth. Part of this Epicurean mentality had filtered into the church. Specifically, there were those in the church who taught ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

One More Miracle Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Feb 7, 2017

The Lord Jesus is confronted with a demon possessed individual, tormented and mute. Christ casts out the demon and the individual is freed and speaks.

I. Introduction A. A Church note in The New Forest Magazine, England: "In the future the preacher for next Sunday will be found hanging on the notice board." B. Davy Troxel from New Albany, Ind wrote in the Christian Reader this little story: One day in junior church, I taught about Gideon. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:32-34

Denomination: Baptist

He'll Be Holding His Own

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Feb 25, 2016

When the terrors, obstacles and challenges of life confront us... take comfort in the knowledge that He'll Be Holding His Own.

INTRO: 1. We are living in very vulnerable times. a. For the first time in our history we have a branch of government designed to expect the worst, think out the unthinkable, look for enemies walking down our streets… Homeland security. b. But if our only security is found in what our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

There Is A God!

Contributed by Jason Duhon on Mar 1, 2016

My personal exploration into the existence of God. I've used this as my personal testimony, especially when confronted by atheists.

How can I know of the existence of God? 1. He satisifies my intellect. God, as the Creator and Sovereign of the universe, is the only complete answer to all of life's questions. A) Origin – how did I get here? Atheists are still guessing, agnostics are unaware, but Christians' ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Journey Through Acts (Part 7) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 7, 2024

In Acts 9, Paul's conversion reveals an unshakable conviction and an unexpected confrontation, which ultimately to an uncommon conversion.

The Journey: Following Jesus through Acts (7) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Acts 9:1-22 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 8/6/2017 As most of you know, we’re already seven weeks into a ten-week journey through the book of Acts and it feels like we’ve barely begun. In sense, Acts 1:8 seems to be a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Christian Church