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  • "The Burden Of The Cross"

    Contributed by David Washburn on Oct 2, 2002
    based on 551 ratings
     | 39,924 views

    Jesus’ command that we pick up our cross and follow him is a choice, and a choice that doesn’t come without sacrifice, but also bring sjoy and fulfillment

    There’s the story of a soldier frantically digging in during battle as shells fall all around him. Suddenly his hand feels something metal and he grabs it. It’s a silver cross. Another shell explodes and he buries his head in his arms. He feels someone jump in the foxhole with him and he looks over ...read more

  • A True Friend Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 25, 2012
    based on 25 ratings
     | 37,881 views

    Few things enrich life like a good friend. Hopefully through this study we will learn how to be a true friend as well as how to recognize a true friend.

    PROVERBS 18: 24 A TRUE FRIEND [1 Sam. 18:1-4; 19:1-7; 20:1-42; 2 Sam. 1:25ff] Few things enrich life like a good friend. To have someone with whom you can share your deepest thoughts, feelings and longings –someone who can ask anything of you and of whom you can ask anything ...read more

  • Stop Dumbing Down The Gospel

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 13, 2021
     | 1,750 views

    We need to be diligent in teaching the full Gospel.

    Last week, we continued in the study of Jesus who is our Great High Priest which was introduced in Hebrews 4:14-16. Chapter 5 teaches us that Jesus is High Priest as well as King and Prophet. Psalm 110:4 is quoted to show us that Jesus belonged to a priesthood of the order of Melchizedek. ...read more

  • Leaving The Past Behind PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,976 views

    This sermon encourages believers to persevere in their Christian journey, pressing on towards spiritual growth and the ultimate prize of eternal life in Christ.

    Welcome, dear friends, to our time of fellowship and worship. It's a delight to gather in the presence of our Lord, to share in His word, and to grow together in understanding and faith. We are here, not by chance, but because our loving Father has called us into His presence. He has a message for ...read more

  • 86. Revelation 21 - The New Jerusalem Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 18, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,807 views

    This is the final scene of the book of Revelation, the culmination of God’s purpose to create for Himself a holy people within whom He will dwell.

    IN GOD'S IMAGE 86 - REVELATION 21 - THE NEW JERUSALEM This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning ...read more

  • The Glory Of The New Covenant Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 15, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,193 views

    The New Covenant is greater than the Old. The glory of the New Covenant includes the transformation that is possible through the work of the Spirit in us.

    Introduction: A. As you know, transformation is big business on TV these days. 1. Our present love affair with reality shows has led to many TV programs that have to do with transformation. 2. There are home makeover programs that transform ugly rooms and deteriorating homes into something that ...read more

  • Glory In The Wilderness Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010
     | 4,986 views

    Glory in the Wilderness (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: Matthew chapter 4 verse 1-11. Quote: • Oscar Wilde who once said that: • “He could resist everything except temptation.” Quote: • An old cartoon had the two characters looking at each other; • The caption below them said: “How come ...read more

  • Jesus Greater Than Melchizedek

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010
     | 5,870 views

    Jesus Greater than Melchizedek. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: Hebrews chapter 7 verses 1-28: • If you were asked to name the 10 most important people in the Old Testament: • I doubt that Melchizedek's name would be on your list. • For many Christians he wouldn’t even make the top 50 list; • And many Christians would ...read more

  • An Example Of Genuine Worship Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 14, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,113 views

    In Luke 7 two people are in the presence of Jesus, an unnamed woman and Simon the Pharisee. Message compares their worship experience and draws key concepts for meaningful worship.

    01.29.17 Intro We are pursuing a heart of worship. We are desiring to go deeper in our worship experience with God. Last week we saw that achieving this is not so much a matter of methods and techniques, as it is the condition of the heart. In His conversation with the Woman at the Well Jesus said ...read more

  • Hearing God: Spiritual Sensitivity Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 27,419 views

    Principles for discerning God’s voice are discussed. What are characteristics of God and His ways that help us know He is speaking to us?

    Hearing God: Spiritual Sensitivity Series: Hearing God for Guidance #4 1 Kings 19:7-13[1] 9-25-05 Intro[2] This morning we will conclude our series on Hearing God. We have seen certain safeguards that God has provided so that we are not deceived or misled in our pursuit of His will. This ...read more

  • Keys To Contentment Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Dec 18, 2001
    based on 120 ratings
     | 18,682 views

    How to find contentment when we’re dissatisfied with our job, our faith, and our income.

    Have you ever really wanted something? I mean wanted something so badly that you could taste it, so bad that you thought your life would be empty and meaningless until you got it. Maybe it was a certain toy growing up, or a certain kind of car, or a relationship, maybe even a motorcycle. As you ...read more

  • The Manner Of His Preaching Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 11, 2018
     | 6,156 views

    The first section of Chapter 2 [v. 1-8] records Paul’s comments about his visit to Thessalonica. His words suggest that people outside the church were charging him with unworthy motives and improper conduct.

    5/28/18 Tom Lowe Lesson 5: The Manner of His Preaching (1Th 2:1-8) Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 (NIV) 1 You know, brothers and sisters, that our visit to you was not without results. 2 We had previously suffered and been treated outrageously in Philippi, as you know, but with the help of our ...read more

  • Be Filled With The Holy Spirit (Ephesians 5:15-33) Series

    Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 19, 2022
     | 3,121 views

    The entire passage basically unpacks this one command. A Spirit-filled life loves worshipping God, submits to others, and has a solid marriage.

    Today's verses build directly off last weeks, so I'm going to go ahead and start reading from 5:3. Hopefully, as I read them, you'll find yourself thinking, "Hey, I understand these verses." (Read vs. 3-end). There are two ways you can live. You can live as children of ...read more

  • An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 14: Christianity And Slavery

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 29, 2022
     | 1,260 views

    How does a church consisting of people who have been freed in Christ deal with slavery?

    Christianity and Slavery 1 Peter 2:18-20 Introduction In the last study, we discussed the obligation to submit to lawful secular authority at all levels from the king on down. The Church was not to rebel against this authority as all authority comes from God. We are to model good conduct in a ...read more

  • State Of Control Series

    Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Nov 10, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,638 views

    Part 4 - When God is in control, I don’t have to be.

    Who likes to be in charge? Be honest, how many of you like to be in charge, you like to be in control? Most of us, even if we don’t like the responsibility, do like to be in control. It’s a natural thing. That doesn’t mean it’s right, but it is natural. WE We like to have our way. We ...read more