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Superstition Or Faith? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 31, 2020

| 4,480 views

Biblical Christianity is superior to magic and superstition. Yet we need to rout our superstition in our own lives, too. Biblical faith has no room for superstition.

Superstition or Faith? (Acts 19:11-20) 1. I think it is bad luck to believe in superstition. That’s a joke. “The number 13, black cats, breaking mirrors, or walking under ladders, may all be things you actively avoid – if you’re anything like the 25% of people in the US who consider themselves ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Broken People, Faithful God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 30, 2023

based on 3 ratings

| 898 views

This sermon explores God's compassionate character, His faithfulness as a covenant keeper, and His provision, urging us to cultivate awed adoration and obedience to His Word.

Welcome, beloved family and friends, to this sacred gathering where hearts are mended, spirits are lifted, and souls are nurtured by the enduring truths of our Creator. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of profound wisdom, ready to immerse ourselves in the soothing waters of God's ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:16-23

Topics: Rescue, Judges

Crossing Your Jordan PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

based on 4 ratings

| 1,794 views

This sermon explores the importance of preparing for God's purpose, pursuing His promises, and possessing the spiritual territory He sets before us.

Good morning, dear friends, brothers, and sisters in Christ. I trust that the Lord has been your strength and your song, your tower of refuge and your ever-present help in times of need. Today, we gather together under the banner of His love, unified by the redeeming power of His sacrifice, and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-8

Topics: Taking Territory

Nothing New

Contributed by Michael Treston on Jun 10, 2001

based on 64 ratings

| 6,432 views

ntohing new under the sun

A wise man once said there really is nothing new under the sun. Technology may have changed, the world may have grown taller with sky scrapers, our horizons may look different as city upon city emerges out of the dust. But basically at the end of the day nothing has changed. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1-14

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Forward Momentum

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 26, 2001

based on 47 ratings

| 7,624 views

We are encouraged to keep our forward momentum going in ministry by focusing on the things of Christ.

CONSIDER THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A STRONG AND A WEAK CUP OF TEA. BOTH TYPES CONTAIN THE SAME INGREDIENTS OF WATER AND TEA. THE DIFFERENCE IS THAT THE STRONG CUP OF TEA RESULTS FROM THE TEA LEAVES’ IMMERSION IN THE WATER LONGER, ALLOWING THE WATER MORE TIME TO GET INTO THE TEA AND THE TEA INTO THE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

Have You Heard The News?

Contributed by J. Douglas Duty Jr. on Dec 10, 2001

based on 34 ratings

| 5,862 views

sermon on the annunciation

Have you heard the news? Luke 1:26-38 / Matthew 1:18-25 News – we have news channels all over the T.V. – CNN, MSNBC, CSPAN, NEWS8. We have papers galore – The Times, The Post, The Messenger and the Journal, the National Enquirer. You can even get news updates on your pager or your cell phone. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Love Draws Near

Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Dec 23, 2001

based on 51 ratings

| 3,082 views

Final sermon in the Advent Series focusing on the Shepherds and their role in the Christmas Event.

In just under two days we celebrate the arrival of Christ in our world. It is certainly more than merely the birth of a great man. Certainly more than the beginning of the Christian faith... What we celebrate on Christmas is the fact that Love has drawn near to us... Love was made flesh and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Personal Holiness

Contributed by John Russell on May 8, 2003

based on 18 ratings

| 8,475 views

A definition of personal holiness and discussion of what it means.

PERSONAL HOLINESS (Romans 12.1-2) INTRODUCTION We have sung this morning of the holiness of God. We have read this morning of the holiness of God. And as we contemplate the holiness of God, we should be awestruck by His majesty. But what about us? What about our own personal holiness? The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Man Who Asked For Alms And Got Legs [lame Man / Healing] Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 8, 2004

based on 204 ratings

| 40,703 views

Acts Series: Sermon 14. "The Man, The Miracle, and The Message"

The Man Who Asked for Alms and Got Legs Acts 3:1-10 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html Christianity begins with grace, and then grace follows us throughout our Christian experience. We see in our text Peter and John going to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10, Acts 3:1-11, Acts 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Does Your Life Need A "Spiritual Facelift?"

Contributed by Curtis Brock on Oct 18, 2000

based on 44 ratings

| 7,674 views

Introduction: Does Your Life Need A "Spiritual Facelift?" Thesis: A person must realize the need to get life in order and take the steps to see it become reality.

Introduction: Does Your Life Need A "Spiritual Facelift?" Thesis: A person must realize the need to get life in order and take the steps to see it become reality. Introduction: Remodeling is never an easy task. I have had the pleasure to "remodel" the only home I ever owned. It was a chore - a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Baptist

How To Appropriate The Advantages Of Being A Christian

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 11 ratings

| 2,857 views

How To Appropriate The Advantages of Being A Christian (Rom. 8:1)

How To Appropriate The Advantages of Being A Christian (Rom. 8:1) Illustration:Why did only one cleansed leper return to thank Jesus? The following are nine suggested reasons why the nine did not return: One waited to see if the cure was real. One waited to see if it would last. One said he ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hopelessness Of The Hell-Bound Hypocrite

Contributed by Aaron Brown on Sep 27, 2001

based on 48 ratings

| 4,619 views

A searching, satire on the prevalent hypocrisy in the church: with humorous reflections on the preacher, prayer, choir, deacons, and ushers.

**** Disclaimer **** This sermon’s intent is to highlight hypocrisy in all levels of the church where the enemy is trying to deceive and infiltrate. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO OFFEND OR BE JUDGEMENTAL. I love all people and my heart yearns that all would be saved. He that winneth souls is wise (Prov. ...read more

Scripture: Job 27:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Judgments Of The Lord - Part 1

Contributed by Paul George on Sep 10, 2003

based on 6 ratings

| 4,262 views

The purpose of the sixth and seventh vision is to show that those who sin openly will not hinder God’s plan for His people.

In this chapter we have two visions, by which "the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men." God will do great and kind things for His people, which the faithful sons of Israel shall rejoice in, but "let the sinners in Zion be afraid;" for God will ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 5:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

How To Respond To The Will Of God Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 14, 2008

based on 4 ratings

| 5,211 views

God has a will for our lives. The question is, how will we respond to that will?

1. Illus. of man on motorcycle (Getting Down To Brass Tacks, pages 137-138) • Punchline- “I’m going home…. if it’s the Lord’s will!” 2. I want to talk to: • That Christian who I struggling to stay in God’s will, and wondering if it was all worth it. James has a word for you/ • That Christian who ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Saints And Sinners

Contributed by Paul Zwarich on Jul 17, 2008

based on 8 ratings

| 7,730 views

God patiently tolerates the presence of the weeds in His field rather than risk uprooting even a single stalk of wheat.

Lectionary 16 A Matthew 13:24-30; 36-43 This morning our Gospel text explores a very important issue that I think all of us have contemplated at one point or another. I know that I have sometimes wondered about this subject as I watched the evening news or listened to the radio or witnessed the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Lutheran

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