Sermons about Cultural Adaptation

Home Baked Christmas Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 6, 2004

based on 47 ratings

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1st of 4 at Christmas. The basic outline and some illustrations were adapted from a message by Melvin Newland entitled "Home Baked Happiness"

Home Baked Christmas Depression at Christmas is a real problem for a lot of people. Depression at Christmas - survey results by Christine Webber and Dr David Delvin. The NetDoctor survey on Depression at Christmas shows quite clearly what many of us have long suspected - that Christmas is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Melchizedek Priesthood Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 3, 2007

based on 24 ratings

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Part 1 of a study on the change in the priesthood, when it happened, and how it relates to the modern Christian. (Adapted from a study given by Dr. Perry Stone.)

This morning we are going to start a new Bible Study Series of teachings, which I’ve entitled The Code of the Priest. Every once in a while I like to study and dig out knew information in the Bible that helps us to receive a bigger picture of the God we serve and how He works in our lives. This ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Do It Yourself Message

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 5, 2007

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Adapted from a message heard 17 years ago by Dr. Ed Young...A Great way to give the entire congregation a witnessing tool.

“A DO IT YOURSELF MESSAGE” John 3:16 (For the accompanying powerpoint - http://www.hueytownbaptist.com/pastorspage/sermondownloads.html) > Tonight we begin what should be one of the most exciting weeks in the year for the HBC family. The focus is children. We should be ready at all times to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Open Your Ears To See The Savior

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 3, 2006

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Open Your Ears to See the Savior 1) In Bethlehem’s Babe 2) In the Lord’s Supper (adapted from sermon by Jonathan Werre)

All little Johnny got from Grandma this Christmas was a piece of paper. It wasn’t even pretty paper like a Christmas card. It was just a dull grey sheet with lots of writing. There wasn’t even room to draw a picture on it. What good was such a paper to a five year old? As Johnny mumbled his thanks ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Lutheran

To Be A Hero

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Sep 10, 2002

based on 36 ratings

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A 9/11 message. What does it mean to be a hero? How does God define heroes? This word is adapted from a message by Kenneth Sauer.

To Be A Hero * Credit to Kenneth Sauer, this is an adaptation from his notes * Def. of a Hero - a person of great strength & courage who is regarded by others as an ideal or model * People have many ideas of what a hero is o Pro Athlete, Business Tycoon, etc * The concept of hero was better ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:22-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Christ Comes: The Hope Of Reunion Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on May 19, 2009

based on 16 ratings

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The last in a series adapted from Max Lucado’s book, When Christ Comes. This one focuses on who you will meet in Heaven. Alliterated.

When Christ Comes: The Hope of Reunion! Scott Bayles First Christian Church What makes a house a home? Since Ashley and I have been married we’ve lived in a shared two-story house, a small one-bed-room apartment, a friend’s basement, a modern townhouse, and most recently a cozy three-bed-room ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:12-17

Denomination: Christian Church

The Way Of Grace Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 31, 2011

based on 4 ratings

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A sermon the way of grace through Jesus Christ (Material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell, much from his book "Set Free")

HoHum: He paid a debt He did not owe;I owed a debt I could not pay; I needed someone to wash my sins away. And, now, I sing a brand new song,“Amazing Grace.” Christ Jesus paid a debt that I could never pay. WBTU: The last several weeks we have been focusing on the law system of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I'm A Believer

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 7, 2010

based on 5 ratings

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A sermon on how to maintain a positive outlook on life (outline and material adapted from Marvin Phillips from a workshop at North American Christian Convention)

Sermon for 8/22/2010 Introduction: One day I hopped in a taxi and we took off for the airport. We were driving in the right lane when suddenly a black car jumped out of a parking space right in front of us. My taxi driver slammed on his brakes, skidded, and missed the other car by inches! The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Oh The Blood Of Jesus

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 9, 2009

based on 4 ratings

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A sermon on the blood of Jesus Christ (Outline taken from Allen Webster). First preached a few years ago but I adapted it for Memorial Day.

HoHum: Have the children come up front and do a Children’s Minute (http://www.sermons4kids.com/r_w_b.html) Tomorrow we will celebrate Memorial Day. Who do we honor on Memorial Day? This morning I want to talk about the flag of the United States of America. (Go over and talk about the flag ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funeral - Holy Scriptures Of Comfort For Family

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 24, 2010

based on 18 ratings

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A compilation of scriptures of comfort for use in Funeral service and/or printed out to give to the family for comfort from God's Word. *(Adapt as needed)

Holy Scriptures of Comfort for Family All Scriptures from the King James Version Compiled by Pastor William Akehurst Harford Senior Worship Center Psalm 23 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, Psalm 23:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Simply....baptisim!

Contributed by Scott Delashaw on Jul 1, 2010

based on 4 ratings

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A bare bones outline that lays out the simple truth of why I am baptizing a new convert tonight. Adapt to your own use

Simply.... Baptism! Mark 1: 9-10 I It was OBSERVED by Christ our Lord II. It was ORDERED by Christ our Lord III. It is OBEDIENCE to Christ our Lord IV. It is OPEN testimony of ur Lord ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-10, Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Cross And A Covenant Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 7, 2014

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A sermon on how the church is reflected in the OT covenants (Material adapted from Daniel Overdorf's book, Rediscovering Community, chapter one- Covenant Graced)

HoHum: Daniel Overdorf- I visited a friend in the hospital. He had neared the end of an extended battle with cancer. The chemotherapy had taken most of his ability to think. I read some Scripture passages to him about God’s promises, unsure if he even heard me, then I prayed. As I turned ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funeral - Christian Woman Who Died Of Cancer Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on May 27, 2014

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Funeral Message for a Christian Woman who passed away after a lengthy battle with Cancer. This message can be adapted to fit most any situation.

The Old Rugged Cross (M. Gilley) • Friends we have gathered here today in this place to celebrate, remember, and praise God for the life of __________ • Though she may be gone from our daily life, she will never be removed from our thoughts and memories. Through wisdom known only to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:10

Denomination: Christian Church

I'm Working More But Enjoying It Less

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 27, 2014

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A sermon on labor, work from Ecclesiastes (Title, Material and outline adapted from Dan Blazer's book, Life Is Worth Living, chapter 5)

Introduction: Solomon in Ecclesiastes at times has a positive outlook on work, labor. Ecclesiastes 3:12, 13, NIV. Ecclesiastes 5:18, NIV. Ecclesiastes 9:9, NIV. At other times Solomon is downright negative about work and labor. “What does man gain from all his labour at which he toils ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:4-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Comfort Of The Bible

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 4, 2015

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The comfort from the Bible is... (Material adapted from Thomas Manton's Commentary on Psalm 119, Volume 1, Sermon LVI, verse 50)

HoHum: Have children come up and do Children’s Minute. Objects: A First Aid Kit A first aid kit is a very important thing to have around. We should all have a first aid kit in our home, in our work place, and in our car. We have several of them around the church so that they will be handy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:49-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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