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Why Are We Here? Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 22, 2009

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The very reason we gather is in response to the Divine call of God and His purposes. The problem is that the ideas we associate with “church” can come to mean so much less.

Why are you here? That’s the question I want to begin with today. We might naturally divide that question as to whether it refers to being here in terms of existing… or being here in this gathering. I’m referring to BOTH our purpose for being here in terms of existing… as well as being ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Is It Significant That Jesus Died At Passover? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 5, 2020

| 3,820 views

It's an overlooked detail of the Last Supper story that it happened at Passover. What's the importance of that? What's the connection between Passover and the Last Supper?

AN OVERLOOKED DETAIL: Why is it significant that Jesus died at Passover? - Luke 22:7-8. ISRAEL'S PASSOVER: Enslaved people longing for freedom and to go home are freed by God’s decisive miracle through the Passover lamb. - Exodus 12:1-14. - Unpack Passover in general – focus here on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Letting God Breathe Through Us

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 16, 2019

based on 2 ratings

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This sermon is about making a difference by being infilled and empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21; Daniel 1:8-21 Theme: Making a Difference Title: Let God Breathe Through You INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father, Jesus Our Messiah and Savior and The Infilling Power and Presence of the Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you today about making a difference. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21, Daniel 1:8-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Unusual Encounters With God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 1, 2025

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Unusual encounters with God are divine appointments that change a person's life forever.

UNUSUAL ENCOUNTERS WITH GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 32:24-30 Supporting Texts: Exodus 3:1-5, Acts 9:1-6, 1 Kings 19:9-13, Revelation 1:9-18, Luke 24:13-32 INTRODUCTION: Unusual encounters with God are divine appointments that change a person's life forever. They often ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Things We Ought To Lament

Contributed by Anthony Perry on Apr 25, 2009

based on 1 rating

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This sermon finds a connection with the current condition of the United States with the condition of Jeremiah’s Judah. It also teache sus to respond with lament and hope as Jeremiah did for his people and nation.

A Lament of Our Own Scripture: Lamentations 3:18-26 Before we get into this scripture and how it applies to our lives today it might be good to identify the author of Lamentations and learn a little about his background. Knowing these details will help us better understand what the writer is ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:18-26

Denomination: Methodist

Third Rail: Sex Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 7, 2024

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We don’t talk about sex because it is only a symbol, a surrogate for what we really long for - a deep and unwavering connection of our soul to God’s heart.

There are several iconic contemporary proverbs that swirl around us. One of the most familiar may be, “don't talk about religion, politics or sex in polite company” or slightly modified for pastors, “don't talk about religion, politics or sex on Sunday morning if you want to keep your job.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:19-20, Matthew 5:27-32, John 8:1-11, Matthew 19:12, 1 John 4:20 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Iva4 The Law Hinders Growth Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 21, 2020

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Paul uses the example of the athlete because it was something his readers were familiar with, and the idea he wants to convey to them here is that they began the Christian life with dedication and enthusiasm.

December 14, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe Chapter IV.A.4: The Law Hinders Growth (5:7-10) Galatians 5:7-10 (KJV) 7 Ye did run well; who did hinder you that ye should not obey the truth? 8 This persuasion cometh not of him that calleth ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Living As Children Of God Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2011

based on 1 rating

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We have an obligation to live as children of God if indeed we are. Our "Papa" gives us all we need to stay connected with Him and live a life that honors Him.

Living as Children of God Romans 8:12-17 12 Therefore, brothers, we have an obligation-- but it is not to the sinful nature, to live according to it. 13 For if you live according to the sinful nature, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body, you will live, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hey! We Are Baptized Into Something?

Contributed by Doug Koehler on Jan 9, 2009

based on 5 ratings

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Paul connects a response to an opponent’s longing to cheapen Grace with how far God was willing to go (BAPTISM) to show us how much he wants to free us from sin.

Romans 6:1-11 There are a number of responses to God’s Word that I simply do not understand. Some people for example, feel they can live their lives as recipients of God’s Grace without ever spending quality time in God’s Word. There are others who seek out what I like to call cheap Grace. Cheap ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas: Why Did Jesus Come To Us? Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021

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I’m really glad God came up with the idea of Christmas. But what did God have in mind when He created Christmas? What motivated Him to bring Christmas to us?

Christmas is really enjoyable on so many levels. But a widow names Stella has an unusual experience on Christmas. Stella’s first Christmas as a widow brought incredible loneliness. One day her doorbell rang and she was greeted by a messenger holding a box. “What’s in the box?” she asked. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:8-13, Genesis 12:1-3, Revelation 7:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

21. Romans Chapter 5 Verse 2- Messages In Romans - Glory In The Scriptures – How Does It Affect Us? - Message 21 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 15, 2024

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The glory of God, and our relationship to glory are examined through several scriptures. This is an important subject as we consider many issues relating to glory, now and in the future. The connection of glory with light.

21. ROMANS CHAPTER 5 VERSE 2- MESSAGES IN ROMANS - GLORY IN THE SCRIPTURES – HOW DOES IT AFFECT US? - MESSAGE 21 {{Romans 5:2 through whom also WE HAVE OBTAINED our introduction by FAITH into this GRACE in which we stand, and we exult in HOPE of the GLORY of God.”}} GLORY GLORY – THE ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:2, Mark 9:2-3, Exodus 34:29, Exodus 33:18-23, Revelation 5:6, Romans 1:23, Romans 3:23, Romans 8:18, 1 Corinthians 2:7, 1 Corinthians 2:8, 1 Corinthians 10:31, 1 Corinthians 15:43, 2 Corinthians 4:17, 1 Peter 1:7-8, Colossians 1:27, 1 Peter 4:13, Luke 2:8-10, Genesis 1:3-4, John 1:4-5, John 1:9, John 8:12, Acts 9:3-4, Acts 22:6, 1 Corinthians 15:8 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Enoch

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 10, 2025

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Mind is gold mine! A person’s mind is a rich, untapped source of valuable ideas, potential, creativity and inner wealth, which can be discovered and ‘mined’ through effort and investigation.

Hebrews 11:5 “By faith Enoch was taken from this life, so that he did not experience death: “He could not be found, because God had taken him away.”[a] For before he was taken, he was commended as one who pleased God.” Introduction Enoch and Elijah were the two individuals in the Bible who were ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Everything Turn, Turn, Turn

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 23, 2005

based on 11 ratings

| 8,451 views

A sermon on Ecclesiastes 3:1-15 on the obstacles and opportunities for each new season of life. (Thanks to many SermonCentral contributors for many ideas and illustrations)

Sermon for 5/22/2005 Ecclesiastes 3:1-15 Introduction: The difference between Jason and me, we are in different seasons of life. WBTU: A. Our Scriptures today talk about times and seasons in every life. B. There are times and seasons that all of us will pass through. There are times and ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Doomsday Factor.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 29, 2005

based on 8 ratings

| 2,603 views

The First and Second Jewish Temples were Located on the Temple Mount, which is in danger of collapse. Many christians today have no idea that there is prophecy of the three temples.

The Doomsday Factor. The First and Second Jewish Temples were Located on the Temple Mount, which is in danger of collapse. Many christians today have no idea that there is prophecy of the three temples. Many even denigh the fact. But The temple mount is the center of all prophecy and conflict ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:3-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Biblical Christianity: Growing Up Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Aug 22, 2005

based on 7 ratings

| 2,993 views

This is the third of a 4 part series comparing the early church of Acts 1-5 to today. This message looks at the idea of growing up to spiritual maturity in Christ.

Biblical Christianity Pt 3 ¡V Growing Up! Hebrews 5:11-14; Ephesians 4:1-16 Over the last two weeks we have been taking a look at characteristics of the early church in Acts chapters 2-5. Here are just a few of the things that were happening in this early church as described in Acts. ƒß ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

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