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Excellence In Evangelism Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Oct 14, 2003

Three books have meant so much to me when it comes to the topic of evangelism and how I can best do this. One is by Joseph Aldrich, “Life-Style Evangelism.” He talks about crossing traditional boundaries to reach an unbelieving world. Another book is by R

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: After about 10 total years in ministry, I have learned that my spiritual gift-mix seems to include skills in teaching, training, equipping, encouraging, discipling, and leadership development among those who are already in the faith. However, I have found that being ...read more

Scripture: John 20:30-31

Sinless Perfection Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 25, 2005

I can’t wait for that day when I will be made sinless in glory. Until that day I rest in the assurance that my sins are paid for because of what Christ did, with me in mind, on that cross two-thousand years ago. And I work toward living a life pleasing to

“Dangerous Doctrines” Galatians 3:1-14 OBJECTIVE: To show that there are two destructive doctrines floating around the Christian church today: Sinless perfection and sinful conversion INTRODUCTION: We begin tonight a two-part sermon series on two of the doctrines that are being taught today that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Leadership-Servant

Contributed by Tony Abram on May 28, 2006

GOD HAS CALLED ALL OF HIS PEOPLE IN SOME TYPE OF LEADERSHIP. OUR LIVES AWAYS CAUSE AN EFFECT ON SOMEONE ELSE. Give me a hundred men who fear nothing but sin, and desire nothing but God, and I will shake the world. I care not a straw whether they be cler

LEADERSHIP AND SERVANT LEADERSHIP May 20, 2006 I. LACK OF LEADERSHIP IN THE CHURCH AND IN ALL AREAS OF THE WORLD. A. What is a leader? 1. Has followers. 2. Power. 3. Charisma B. Titles and position does not make a leader. C. A leader touches everyone by his or her actions. D. We are influenced ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:11-12

Three Ingrediants To Faith

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 15, 2005

Why do we fight all the time? Why is there never enough money to pay the bills? How long will God let me be in this circumstance? Why am I going through this? Why are my children the way they are? When will God move? Fasting, Praying and Giving

Why do we fight all the time? Why is there never enough money to pay the bills? How long will God let me be in this circumstance? Why am I going through this? Why are my children the way they are? When will God move? Fasting, Praying and Giving I. Fasting Mark 9 28 And when he was come into ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Favor Of God

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 15, 2005

THE FAVOR OF GOD Proverbs 8: 35For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favour of the LORD. Joseph He began with favor from his father from a young age. He found himself thrown in a pit. Then sold to the Midianites – Strife. Hen to Potifh

THE FAVOR OF GOD Proverbs 8: 35For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favour of the LORD. Joseph He began with favor from his father from a young age. He found himself thrown in a pit. Then sold to the Midianites – Strife. Hen to Potifhar in Egypt. Genesis 39: 2And the LORD was with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Get Out Of The Pew And Earn A Living

Contributed by Greg Baskerville on May 19, 2005

The act of playing the game after careful preparation is what the world is all about. Practicing and learning go for nothing if we don’t go out and use our skills. There comes a moment in time when we need to leave the safety of our pews and go out and me

The words of the Gospel from Matthew 22:16-20 are known as, “The Great Commissioning”. Jesus said “Go and make disciples of all nations.” Listen to the words: Go and make. Jesus gave his disciples a tremendous responsibility—go to the whole world and help people develop a deep and abiding ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Congregational

True Communion

Contributed by Greg Allen on Apr 16, 2006

I honestly don’t know if Jesus is glorified through crackers and grape juice. And I wonder what he must think when we come together, go through our little religious ritual and leave with the same me-first mentality that we came in with.

Today I want to look at the different viewpoints of the last supper from the 4 gospels. Traditionally only 3 of the gospels are credited with recognizing the last supper, Matthew, Mark and Luke. Let’s look at those: Matthew 26:20-30 20When it was evening, Jesus sat down at the table with the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

That's My Story And I'm Sticking To It

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Feb 11, 2006

THERE’S A SONG THAT BOAST "YOU CAN’T MAKE ME DOUBT HIM (GOD/JESUS), I KNOW TOO MUCH ABOUT HIM." THAT’S THE STORY OF THE BLIND MAN WE SEE IN JOHN 9. THAT’S THE TESTIMONY EVERY CHRSITIAN SHOULD HAVE.

THAT’S MY STORY AND I’M STICKING TO IT JOHN 9:1-12 SOMEONE SAID TO HELEN KELLER, "WHAT A PITY YOU HAVE NO SIGHT!" TO WHICH SHE REPLIED, "YES, BUT WHAT A PITY SO MANY HAVE SIGHT BUT CANNOT SEE!" TEXT – PEOPLE WHO COULD NOT SEE. NOT JUST THE BLIND MAN . . . THE DISCIPLES OF JESUS WERE BLINDED BY ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Come Inside And See What Happens

Contributed by Art Good on Jul 26, 2007

Maybe, there is someone listening to me right now, who walked into this building and you had a problem you couldn’t solve, you had a knot in your stomach you’ve been carrying around for days. And maybe, this morning, something has happened inside you. M

Come Inside and See What Happens Illus. Last January our family went to Disney World. The kids loved it until we took them on one particular ride. Jordan was a little apprehensive when he read the name, “The Tower of Terror”. But I said to him, “Just go inside and see what happens.” He went ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-3

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Anatomy Of Now Series

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Feb 21, 2007

Our church theme for 2007 is "Kingdom Now Living" based on Matthew 6:10. The Lord gave me a series of messages to share with our congregation as we started out the year that will carry us throughout 2007. We took the word ’NOW’ examined each letter to see

The Kingdom Now Series DEVELOPING A NOW MENTALITY (Part 1) THE ANATOMY OF NOW MATTHEW 6:10 In the 4th chapter of Proverbs, Solomon, the son of David explains to us the value of wisdom… He encourages us to get sound godly wisdom… He tells us that it will keep, defend, and protect us in this walk… ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Argument Of Now Series

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Feb 21, 2007

Our church theme for 2007 is "Kingdom Now Living" based on Matthew 6:10. The Lord gave me a series of messages to share with our congregation as we started out the year that will carry us throughout 2007. We took the word ’NOW’ examined each letter to see

The Kingdom Now Series D DEVOLOPING A NOW MENTALITY (Part 2) THE ARGUMENT OF NOW ROMANS 8 In part one of this series, we looked at the Anatomy of Now… We discovered that it was not God’s intention for us to live broke, busted, and disgusted down here on earth only to have wait to enjoy His riches ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Attitude Of Now Series

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Feb 21, 2007

Our church theme for 2007 is "Kingdom Now Living" based on Matthew 6:10. The Lord gave me a series of messages to share with our congregation as we started out the year that will carry us throughout 2007. We took the word ’NOW’ examined each letter to see

The Kingdom Now Series DEVELOPING A NOW MENTALITY (Part 3) THE ATTITUDE OF NOW MATTHEW 6:10 In part one of this series, we looked at the Anatomy of Now… We discovered that it was not God’s intention for us to live broke, busted, and disgusted down here on earth only to have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Check Your Attitude At The Door

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Mar 15, 2007

This week I want us to examine our attitude. Our attitude is a key factor to having success in our life. As Christians, we must live with the expectation that God is going to do something good for me today. God wants to bless us; however we must have an

Introduction · Last week we discussed the Holy Spirit in you. The Holy Spirit comes upon us when we give ourselves to Jesus and become a Believer. · We feed the Holy Spirit by spending time in the Word of God, prayer and in fellowship. He is our guide that leads us to complete the will of God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Your Relationship Based On? Series

Contributed by Adam Couchman on Jun 8, 2007

Why do bad things happen to good people? If God is a good God, why doesn’t he fix all of the problems in the world? "If only" God would heal me, then I would put my faith in him. What is your relationship based on?

A young woman had become critically ill and her prognosis was grim; she would likely die within the year. Her family had a nominal “Easter and Christmas” commitment to the church, so the discussions in the hospital between this young pastor and the family always ploughed new ground. The woman ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Anglican

The Rest Of The Story

Contributed by Mark Eberly on May 27, 2008

Often quoted and very familiar to even people who don’t follow Jesus’ "Come to me" passage. But do we really understand what Jesus means by it? This passage is full of cultural specific references that could easily be lost if we don’t understand the cultu

Memorial Day The Rest of the Story Matthew 11:25-30 May 25, 2008 Often quoted and very familiar to even people who don’t follow Jesus is His declaration, “Come to me all who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest.” This is an amazing passage with a whole host of applications that can be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Church Of God