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Why Jesus Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 18, 2015

This series focuses on why Jesus is the Messiah based on His fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies.

Why Jesus – Part 1 Scriptures: John 1:1; Gen. 3:15; Isa. 7:14; Matt. 1:18; Luke 1:35 Introduction: This week we started our Bible study on the book of John. John was one of the youngest of Jesus’ disciples. John wrote his Gospel after he wrote the book of Revelation so as he was ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discerning The Will Of God Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 23, 2018

This message continues the discussion of discerning God's will from Message 22 with a focus on elements of discovering God's will.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Discerning God's Will” Part 2 REVIEW Our encounter with James instruction to consider God’s will in every aspect of your life because life is short lead us into a deeper discussion of the nature and discernment of God’s will. WHAT IS GOD’S WILL? The ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Trusting Heart

Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on Apr 1, 2023

The ability to trust someone is not born overnight. It is an entity that develops in the bosom of a relationship.

THE TRUSTING HEART The webster’s dictionary describes trust as “confidence in a person or thing because of the qualities one perceives or seems to perceive in him or it.” This ability to trust someone is not born overnight. It is an entity that develops in the bosom of a relationship. Sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-8, 1 Samuel 26:6-12, 1 Corinthians 1:26-29, 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Samuel 17:32-37, Numbers 23:19, Deuteronomy 31:6, Matthew 6:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Adventist

Paul’s Concern For The Church At Corinth

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022

All churches are delighted to have visitors. Why do visitors excite them? Probably because they are hoping the visitors will become regulars and be used of God to enhance His work in a tremendous way.

All over this country today God is leading CERTAIN PEOPLE to CERTAIN CHURCHES because they can make valuable contributions to these churches. As God leads people to join the church, we need to ask, “WHAT SHOULD THEY BE LOOKING FOR WHEN THEY ARE LOOKING FOR A CHURCH TO JOIN?” Many have their own ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-7, 1 Corinthians 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

A New Righteousness Part Iii

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 10, 2020

Jesus redefines the new righteousness by redefining sin itself: beyond the concrete act, sin begins with the intention of the heart. (Michael Card - The Gospel of Identity, P. 57)

Title: A New Righteousness Part III Text: Matthew 5:38-42 Thesis: Jesus redefines the new righteousness by redefining sin itself: beyond the concrete act, sin begins with the intention of the heart. (Michael Card, Matthew – The Gospel of Identity, P. 57) Jesus said, “Unless your righteousness ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Get Up, A Sense Of Urgency

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 8, 2002

Laziness and Apathy are destroying our foundations, we must arise and attack.

Develop a Sense of Urgency by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com In our daily walk with Jesus, it is very easy to lose our sense of URGENCY, a spirit of gradualness slowly slips our heart into an idle, aimless drifting into trivial pursuit, while the weightier things go unguarded. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:25-26, Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Can The Lord Help Us Maintain A High Standard Of Ethics In A Compromising Culture?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

What are some of the Biblical guidelines for sound ethical practices? 1.

What are some of the Biblical guidelines for sound ethical practices? 1. Remember to follow the basic principles of solid ethical standards taught by Moses. "Do not steal. Do not lie. Do not deceive one another." (Lev. 19: 11) 2. Let the Spirit of God help you develop a mature sense of ethics in ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Experience Fullness Of The Spirit's Power

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

(Notes adapted from Alban Douglas 100 Lessons, page 76) 1.

(Notes adapted from Alban Douglas 100 Lessons, page 76) 1. What Are the Requirements for Experiencing Fullness of the Spirit's Power? - A person must totally surrender the control of their mind, will and emotions to the Holy Spirit as directed by Bible. (Gal. 5:16) At conversion a believer becomes ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Put Away Your Suspicions And Be Like Ananias

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Have you ever struggled to go out of your way to help people who are considered to be suspicious fellows? Imagine the hesitancy of Ananias when the Lord told him to render assistance to the murdering Saul of Tarsus.

Illustration:A poor workman always finds fault with his tools. Bits & Pieces, May 1990, p. 10. Illustration:Ten Most Used Excuses: 1. I forgot. 2. No one told me to go ahead. 3. I didn’t think it was that important. 4. Wait until the boss comes back and ask him. 5. I didn’t know you were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-20, Acts 9:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are Your Priorities

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

What Are Your Priorities? (Rom. 6:16)

What Are Your Priorities? (Rom. 6:16) Illustration:Haddon Robinson points out that one old recipe for rabbit started out with this injunction: "First catch the rabbit." Says Robinson: "The writer knew how to put first things first. That’s what we do when we establish priorities -- we put the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Constitutes Good Preaching? Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 29, 2008

What Constitutes Good Preaching? Micah 2:6-13 Intro A lot of preaching takes place each week. In America alone, five million sermons a year are preached. In large cities, in small towns, and in the country, people assemble to hear sermons. People

What Constitutes Good Preaching? Micah 2:6-13 Intro A lot of preaching takes place each week. In America alone, five million sermons a year are preached. In large cities, in small towns, and in the country, people assemble to hear sermons. People also listen to sermons on radio, television, ...read more

Scripture: Micah 2:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Know Where You Are Going Series

Contributed by Louis Gibson on Apr 19, 2008

Like the Extreme Cowboy Race, as Christians we too are in a race. We must saddle up and ride to win the race.

Extreme Cowboy Race John 16:5-16 Pastor Louis Gibson April 15 2008 “Extreme Cowboy Race” RFD tv airs with Craig Cameron. A race with obstacles like the Texas Three-step, log drag, water hazard, etc… It is a timed event with points awarded based upon a set of five criteria; 1. horsemanship, 2. ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Guides...

Contributed by Selvan John on Sep 16, 2008

The Lord is our guide and he guides into a blessed living.

The Lord Guides This sermon comes as promise to all who listen to me this night. I know it is an awesome occasion to greet a couple on their 40th wedding anniversary and also to share a promise to our beloved uncle who celebrates his 70th birthday. In such an occasion it is blessed to give ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Riches

Contributed by Alti Koci on Jun 21, 2007

IT Talks about the True Riches that or the Treasures that we have in Christ

True Riches Introduction Carl, a rich man loved to ride his horse all over his huge property to admire it and congratulate himself for having achieved so much. On one of these rides, Carl encountered Hans, a tenant farmer who had farmed a small portion of Carl’s land. Carl overheard Hans giving ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Waiting On God Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 2, 2011

The term, "waiting on God" is one of those terms that we often have difficulty defining. This message looks at what the disciples did while waiting for the gift of the Holy Spirit.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO WAIT ON GOD Acts 1:12-26 Then they returned to Jerusalem from the hill called the Mount of Olives, a Sabbath day's walk from the city. 13 When they arrived, they went upstairs to the room where they were staying. Those present were Peter, John, James and Andrew; Philip and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist