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Be Filled! Series

Contributed by Ronald Degraw on May 13, 2002

We receive the Holy Spirit as Christians, but how do we tap into that power to do God’s Work?

BE FILLED Last week we talked about the Holy Spirit and how we possess the same power that the 1st apostles possessed. We discussed how in order to be the Christ’s light in the world we need to be empowered by the Holy Spirit. Today, I want to talk about how we go about tapping into that power. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Methodist

Satan And His Devices Series

Contributed by Mark Hodges on Jun 16, 2001

The things that Satan uses in order to ruin and destroy.

Satan And His Devices Sermon by: Mark D. Hodges I John 2:15-17 Introduction: The February 26, 1974 edition of Insight told the story of Major William Martin, a British subject who was buried near Huelvo on the southern coast of Spain. Martin never knew the great contribution he made to the Allied ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

The High Calling Of God

Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Jul 20, 2001

This sermon sets forth what God has called each Christian to as they live their lives for Him.

Phil. 3:14 "The High Call of God" by Rev. Mark Hiehle Have you ever said something that was taken the wrong way? You said a word that you thought would be clearly understood but somewhere in the translation a different meaning came out? That is one of the problems with the English language. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:14, Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Gripped By Fear

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

Fears in America

Psalms 64:1-4 "... Hear my voice, O God, in my prayer: preserve my life from fear of the enemy. Hide me from the secret counsel of the wicked; from the insurrection of the workers of iniquity: Who whet their tongue like a sword, and bend their bows to shoot their arrows, even bitter words; That ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 64:1-4, 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Pear Of Goodness Series

Contributed by James Westervelt on Mar 30, 2002

I’ve chosen a pear to represent goodness, because kindness and goodness are a "pair." Kindness and goodness go "hand-in-hand."

THE PEAR OF GOODNESS We are studying the FRUIT of the Spirit - The "Christ-like character" which the Holy Spirit produces in us - when we abide in Christ - when we maintain a close personal relationship with Him. -We’ve been seeking to develop the "INNER FRUIT" first - love, joy, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22, Matthew 19:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Manage Our Mouths Series

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Feb 3, 2002

I talk about the destructiveness of an uncontrolled tongue and then share what we can do to better manage it.

Intro: Have you ever said anything you later regretted? I wished I had 10 bucks for every time I said something that I shouldn’t have in my life. As we think about saything the wrong things let me share with you a couple of things NOT to say to a police officer. 1). Sorry, officer, I didn’t ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12, Ephesians 4:25-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Knowledge Of God Introduced Series

Contributed by Matt Black on Oct 25, 2002

Proposition: The Study of God leads us to wonder at the Greatness and Glory of His Person.

Foundations of the Christian Faith Series by Matt Black (Message 1) THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOD INTRODUCED ROMANS 11:33 O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out! Proposition: The Study of God leads us to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Low Jo Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 15, 2000

Our man Joe even in the midst of being at his lowest point in life grows into the man God desires him to be. Low Joe grows through adversity into a man on the go by God

Low Joe! Thesis: Our man Joe even in the midst of being at his lowest point in life grows into the man God desires him to be. Low Joe grows through adversity into a man on the go by God Introduction: Joseph’s life can teach us a great deal on how to deal with adversity in our lives. Crowder notes ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Related By Creation

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

All mankind is related to God and therefore are subject to the terms of the relationship He established with us.

Introductory Considerations 1. We continue today to examine our relationship with God. I ask you "With whom does God have a relationship?" We all agree that as believers we have a relationship with Him, but what about that neighbour who is not a believer - who says there is no God and who lives ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wars And Rumors Of Wars

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Sep 12, 2001

How do tragic world events affect the Christian? Jesus gives 3 principles, Do not fear, Watch, and Testify.

Wars and Rumors of Wars One question I have been continuously asked since the bombing of the World Trade Center is, ‘Do you think this is the beginning of the end?’ As we watch in shock the terrible events unfold before our eyes, who can help but wonder if this could be a sign of the times? We ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:9-13, Luke 21:34-36

Denomination: Baptist

Preventive Maintenance For Relationships Series

Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Feb 19, 2003

This message encourages believers to practice biblical principles in relationships regarding attitudes, communication, and anger.

Preventive Maintenance for Relationships James 1:19-21 By far the most difficult problem in relationships is poor communication. Whether we are talking about marriages, parenting, business, team sports, you name it. The one area that is most often tagged as the culprit in relational difficulties ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Walk With The Betrayed Series

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Mar 27, 2003

We, too, are guilty of betarying Jesus when we focus on our own wants, but Jesus calls us to repentance, just like he called out to Judas.

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit touches our hearts is record in Luke 22: While [Jesus] was still speaking a crowd came up, and the man who was called Judas, one of the Twelve, was leading them. He approached ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:47-48

Denomination: Lutheran

Presentation Of The People Series

Contributed by Terry Stivers on May 20, 2003

In 2 Chronicles 7:14 it states, "if my people who are called by my name will humble themsleves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways". There are wicked ways the church needs to turn from to experience revival.

PRESENTATION OF THE PEOPLE Exodus 34:21-26 INTRO: God will not bring revival to those who harbor sin in their lives. READ TEXT There was a cartoon several years ago in the Saturday Review of Literature which showed little George Washington standing with an axe in his hand and lying next to him ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:21-26, 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Liberating Walk Series

Contributed by Matthew Wright on May 27, 2003

The Exodus

Title: A Liberating Walk Text: Exodus Subject: Salvation Series: The Walk Series; #5 Introduction: We live in an extremely free country. Some writers have considered this country the greatest country of all history because of the incredible freedoms we enjoy. No one is a slave in our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:23-25, Exodus 1:6-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Qualities Of Godly Fathers

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 18, 2003

Our church, our families and our nation are in desperate need for men to stand up and be the godly fathers they were meant to be.

Qualities of Godly Fathers Luke 8:41-42, 49-56 June 15, 2003 Morning Service Introduction As we celebrate Father’s Day today, I would like to share the following story about the effect that one father had on his family. This particular family had three small children who were determined to have a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:41-56

Denomination: Church Of God