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Negotiating With God

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 13, 2007

We live in perilous & prosperous times. We have every modern convenience and an abundance of leisure time. We live amongst cities like Sodom and Gomorrah. We profit by living in the shadow of their wickedness. Are we just Negotiating with God?

Negotiating with God The title for this mornings message is Negotiating with God. I must admit straight out that I am not a great negotiator. My wife would give me very strict instructions to keep my mouth shut when we went looking for a new car or any other major purchase. Having grown up in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:23-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Four Kinds Of Half-Heartedness Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 9, 2022

King Amaziah's story gives us four examples of half-heartedness.

FOUR KINDS OF HALF-HEARTEDNESS: 1. DO RIGHT BUT NOT WHOLEHEARTEDLY. - 2 Chronicles 25:1-4. - What an eloquent and straightforward statement of half-hearted belief. - This is not belief that says that God doesn’t exist or that the Word of God isn’t true. No, they will publicly respect those ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 25:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

A Teacher's Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 21, 2015

How does the gift of teaching help the church? And does that mean that if we don't have this gift that we don't have to teach?

Little Johnny wasn't getting good marks in school. One day he came up to the teacher’s desk and looked like he wanted to say something. “Yes Johnny” the teacher said. “Is there something you want?” Very quietly he said, "I don't want to scare you, but my daddy says ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can God Forgive A Murderer And Gravity Of Deadly Sins. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 18, 2024

Murder, the taking of an innocent life, is considered one of the most heinous crimes in human society.

Murder, the taking of an innocent life, is considered one of the most heinous crimes in human society. It is a violation of the most fundamental human right – the right to life. But can God forgive a murderer? This question has sparked debate and discussion among theologians, religious leaders, and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:17, 2 Samuel 12:13

Let's Put Away Clamour Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 23, 2005

We are called by Christ to put away clamour. Let’s look at what God word directs in light of this.

Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice: Ephes. 4:31 First, what is clamour??? “Clamor” (kraugeô): arguing, fussing, quarrelling, brawling. It means insulting, boistrous behavior, and loud talking. A couple of navy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31

Denomination: Baptist

Start Of The Journey Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jack Martin on Mar 8, 2003

Changeing our soul mate

Book of Esther Series - Part II. ( Re-read chapter 1 & pray ) Picking up where we left off: Kingdom = The range of influence our life holds over other people & other things Palace/Capital City= Our physical bodies King = Out soul, the part of us that makes the choices. Queen Vasti = ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Tragedy Of Unrepentant Hearts Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 26, 2024

The human heart is capable of great good or great evil. While many people strive to grow, learn, and change for the better, others tragically remain entrenched in their harmful ways.

The human heart is capable of great good or great evil. While many people strive to grow, learn, and change for the better, others tragically remain entrenched in their harmful ways. This article explores the phenomenon of individuals who refuse to relinquish their evil habits, despite the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:22

When Your Bubble Gets Busted

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Sep 27, 2002

Lifes Detours

WHEN YOUR BUBBLE GET’S BUSTED ESTHER 1:1-12 INTRO. ANGER, MALICE, DEPRESSION, DESPONDACY, AND RETAIATION, ARE OFTEN THE RESULTS OF HAVING OUR BUBBLES BUSTED. YES MY BROTHERS AND MY SISTERS, IF WE ARE HONEST, WE CAN ATTEST TO THE FACT THAT WE HAVE HAD OUR BUBBLES BUSTED AT ONE TIME OR ANOTHER. WE ...read more

Scripture: Esther 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Genesis 7 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Apr 18, 2008

Genesis verse-by-verse

Genesis 7 Last week we talked about how the Lord provided a partner for the man. A woman who would complete him and together they would reflect the image of God. They were perfect, their home was perfect, and their relationship was also perfect. Sinless in every way. We’re not really sure how ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Fatal Attraction Series

Contributed by Kelly Dufour on Aug 4, 2011

Lessons we learn from the story of David and Bathsheba. 2 Samuel 11.

There’s an old saying that goes: Sin will take you farther than you want to go, keep you longer than you want to stay, and cost you more than you'll ever want to pay! Read: 2 Samuel 11:1-5 David neglected his duty (vs. 1). A compromise of duty leads to a moment of vulnerability. We all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Integrity Is Confession Of Sin Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 25, 2006

If we are to live a life of Integrity we must confess the sin in our lives to God!

Sermon Brief Date Written: September 21, 2006 Date Preached: September 24, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Living a Life of Integrity Sermon Title: Integrity is being willing to confess your sin! Sermon Text: Daniel 9:5-6 5…we have sinned, committed iniquity, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Am I My Brother's Keeper?

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Apr 11, 2005

Demonstrates the Community of the Body of Christ. That we must take responsibility for others; but we must also be responsible for ourselves--we can’t burden others.

Am I My Brother’s Keeper? Introduction: The ancient question from the time of Cain & Abel. Galatians 6:1-5 Brothers, if someone is caught in a sin, you who are spiritual should restore him gently. But watch yourself, or you also may be tempted. 2 Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Does Evil Exist? Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 7, 2007

As tragedies continue to strike many want to know why does evil exist? Why does a good God allow evil to take place?

Questions For God: Why Does Evil Exist? Introduction: It has almost been two week since a gunman killed 32 people on the campus of Virginia Tech, many people were appalled at what took place, and if you are anything like me you were left wondering, why is there so much evil in the world? We think ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Journey Back To The Father's House

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 4, 2015

Examining the reunion and celebration that will take place when the wayward child returns to the Heavenly Father.

The Journey Back To The Father's House Luke 15:11-24 Listen online at - https://www.facebook.com/Stockdalebaptist or http://www.stockdalebaptist.com/ American novelist Thomas Wolfe wrote a novel that proclaimed You Can’t Go Home Again. The novel was about a an author named George Webber. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Related By Grace

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

We continue to see how God develops His relationship with us through the covenant.

Introductory Considerations 1. We are related by God. As we saw last week God established a relationship with Adam and with mankind including you and me. 2. The relationship was one in which He gave us life and in which He calls us to trust in Him and obey Him. To obey Him meant mainly thing - ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed