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Jesus And The Serpent

Contributed by Rick Balmer on Aug 24, 2007

Why does Jesus compare himself with a serpent?

John 3:14-17 (KJV) 14 And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the Son of man be lifted up: 15 That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life. 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Through The Eyes Of Shepherds Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 13, 2003

Third in a series of sermons for Advent. See Christmas and advent through the eyes of the shepherds who first heard the news of Jesus birth.

Advent 3 – Through the Eyes of Christmas A Shepherds Eyes Luke 2:8-20 Some Shepherds. That’s how the bible describes these men: “some shepherds.” No names, no titles, no standouts – just some shepherds. Yet to these men came the first declaration of the greatest event in human history. “There ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: *other

Who Are You Really Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 13, 2008

One of the first steps in understanding how we are to respond to God’s grace it to discover who we are and what God has done for us.

Psalm 139:1-4, 13-18 “Who Are You, Really” INTRODUCTION We are going to begin something new. Isn’t that exciting! I’ve always enjoyed beginning a new class or starting a new activity, even though I knew it was going to take work and determination. I’ve anticipated the change and the benefits ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

What You Confess You Will Possess Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010

• I want to continue this morning on what we spoke about last week. What we confess, we will possess. • We discussed that the words we speak set the tone for our life. • We must be in agreement with God’s Word if we expect to have what we say. • We ar

Introduction • I want to continue this morning on what we spoke about last week. What we confess, we will possess. • We discussed that the words we speak set the tone for our life. • We must be in agreement with God’s Word if we expect to have what we say. • We are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Quest For Meaning Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Aug 16, 2010

What will make you happy?

[If you would like to receive a free sermon each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] LIFE UNDER THE SUN I have seen everything that is done under the sun, and behold, all is vanity and a striving after wind (1:14). The Hebrew word for “vanity” is hebel. It literally ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Being A Christmas Star Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 17, 2017

The star of Betleham shown were all could see it. Christians are called to be like the Christmas star, sharing the light of Christmas before Christ's enemies, all their community and to all Kingdom seekers.

Being A Christmas Star Perhaps the best known symbol of this season is the star of Bethlehem. It is common for Christmas trees to be crowned with a star on the top, with lights which shine like stars wonderfully scattered all about. The star is often an important symbol of the Christmas ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rock Solid Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 16, 2018

The foundational principles of discipleship are discussed by Jesus with the present day attenders of the Synagogue, The Pharisees and His new Disciples. Much can be learned from these teachings of Jesus about how to conduct ourselves in hostile environments.

Lead In Scripture: Luke 6:27-49 Introduction: Re-cap last week. Share a story of God sustaining you. I. Love Your Enemies - Jesus knew that the road the disciples would travel was going to produce several enemies. Therefore, He began to teach them how to respond under attack. • Luke 6:27 MSG - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-49, Philippians 4:8, Proverbs 4:23, Proverbs 4:24, Ephesians 2:19-22, 1 Corinthians 3:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Thank God For That Friday Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 15, 2016

"Good" Friday was good for us, not for Jesus. As dark as it appeared, the following Sunday made all the difference.

1. It's Friday, But Sunday's Comin' Dr. Tony Campolo once delivered a sermon entitled "It's Friday But Sunday's Comin'." Campolo preached that sermon one Sunday at his home church in Philadelphia. It is primarily an African-American congregation. He said He was really preaching his heart out that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-61

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You And Your Vision

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 20, 2017

Fulfilling your life’s vision depends on several things. 1. Having a vision which calls for waiting on God until He reveals His plan for you. 2. Dedicating time and energy to it- which calls for patience and discipline. 3. How to overcome obstacles

You and Your Vision Habakkuk 2:2-4NLT Fulfilling your life’s vision depends on several things. 1. Having a vision which calls for waiting on God until He reveals His plan for you. 2. Dedicating time and energy to it- which calls for patience and discipline. 3. How to overcome obstacles–which ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2-4

Denomination: Church Of God

Why Can't I See God? Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017

People can’t see God because they are not looking for Him

A. WHY PEOPLE WANT TO SEE GOD People can’t see God because they are not looking for Him. The same reason why a crook doesn’t look for a policeman. 1. Information, they would not recognize God if they saw Him. 2. Curiosity, desire for knowledge they don’t have. 3. Personal fulfillment, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

Drifting Along

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017

Drifting leads to ruin

Drifting Along (Philipians3:12-21)) Intro: The two trappers In the mid 1800’s their were two trappers that had been trapping muskrat and beaver all summer and fall. They had been working their traps in the Cumberland Platue area of Tennessee. With their packs full of furs and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cure For The Common Church Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 8, 2012

Don't try to hide the fact you have quarrels and fights. Deal with the fact that there is divisions and disagreement. Divisions distract us. Learn the principles that can be the cure for the common church.

Intro: What is it that causes fights and quarrels or division? We see division in families, marriages, teams, governments, and of course churches? Why? Listen to what James the brother of Jesus has to say. James 4.1-3 “What causes fights and quarrels among you? Aren’t they caused ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

You're Peace Of Mind

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on May 21, 2013

This message shows us the value of having a mind that is at peace.

You’re Peace of Mind Psalms 32:1/11 Have you ever thought about how Job must have felt when he was stripped of his family, home, barns, cattle, crops his land and even his wife said to him, “Why don’t you just curse the Lord and die?” Now Job was a perfect and upright, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: *other

Whose Voice Will You Listen Too

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 24, 2012

Among the melee of voices calling for our attention, which one will you listen to?

Jesus – a man with authority I would like to focus on one verse this morning from our Gospel reading 22 The people were amazed at his teaching, because he taught them as one who had authority, not as the teachers of the law. Interestingly, there is no record of what Jesus said at that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Anglican

A Troubling Issue Takes Root In The Church Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 27, 2015

This message looks at the trouble to the church and the solution for the church when we bring outside arguments in.

A TROUBLING ISSUE TAKES ROOT IN THE CHURCH Philippians 4:2-5 I urge Euodia and I urge Syntyche to live in harmony in the Lord. 3  Indeed, true companion, I ask you also to help these women who have shared my struggle in the cause of the gospel, together with Clement also and the rest of my fellow ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-5

Denomination: Baptist