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"o Come, O Come, Emmanuel" Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Dec 16, 2018

I have always wanted to so an Advent series based on traditional Christmas carols/hymns. We've gotten so used to them that I think we miss the depth of the theology contained within in them. One of the most ancient is the beautiful hymn that contains the ancient names of Jesus.

I love the way that Pastor and author Robert J. Morgan describes hymns: “Hymns help us praise God. They’re shafts of brilliant sunlight through the clouds. They provide an almost mystical connection with the endless anthems of praise raising at this very moment before the heavenly throne. They ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, Isaiah 9:2, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 11:1

Denomination: United Methodist

First Light Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 18, 2018

God predicted the Messiah would come eons before He did, in the darkness that followed the Fall--giving hope to mankind even after everything had gone wrong. It was the "first light" that shown in the darkness, and the light still shines, and the darkness has yet to overcome it.

The Divine Advent(ure) First Light Genesis 3:14—4:1 This morning, we kick off for the Christmas season, believe it or not, a Christmas series, since Jesus Christ is what the Christmas season is all about. I’m calling it The Divine Advent(ure). We’ll have six messages to consider the Greatest ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:14-19, John 3:16, 1 John 3:8

Denomination: Bible Church

Bumper Crop Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 11, 2018

Why does God put such an emphasis on giving? He makes you promises of what He'll do if you give cheerfully and generously... but why would He do that?

OPEN: A preacher told his church this story about an airplane trip he’d recently taken from Chicago to California: "I was on the plane when they ran into some very severe turbulence. The plane began to shake terribly and the passengers were getting alarmed. Even the flight attendants were looking ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:5-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Three Crosses

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 19, 2018

Jesus was crucified with two criminals. Three crosses, three very different individuals. One died in sin, one died to sin and one died for sin. Let's see what we can take away from this situation and what we can learn from what each person was focused on.

THREE CROSSES Jesus was crucified with two criminals. Three crosses, three very different individuals. One person died in sin, one died to sin and one died for sin. Let's see what we can take away from this situation and find out what we can learn from what each person was focused on. 1) The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loneliness

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Mar 30, 2018

A true follower of Jesus will defeat loneliness because he will love and have other followers at his side.

Title: Loneliness Place: BLCC Date: 2/18/18 Text: Genesis 2.18; 1 Samuel 23.16-17 Middle-Aged Men, Biggest Threat: [Screen 1] Loneliness Dr. Richard S. Schwartz, a Cambridge psychiatrist who has studied the problem of loneliness in America, notes that over four decades of studies have shown ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:16-17

Denomination: Christian Church

The King And Lord Of All Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 20, 2017

What does it mean that Jesus is King of Kings and Lord of Lords? It's not just a title. It's a powerful description of Who Jesus is and what He means to us.

OPEN: You’ll notice up on stage here we have a Christian and an American flag. According to my research, the American flag on church stages became a prominent feature somewhere around WWI. And it especially came into prominence during WWII when (according to a Catholic resource) the flag was flown ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Spy Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 15, 2017

A study of the book of Acts 9: 20 - 43

Acts 9: 20 - 43 I spy 20 Immediately he preached the Christ in the synagogues, that He Is the Son of God. 21 Then all who heard were amazed, and said, “Is this not he who destroyed those who called on this name in Jerusalem, and has come here for that purpose, so that he might bring them bound to ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Generous In Giving

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 9, 2021

'Generous In Giving ' 2 Corinthians chapters 8&9 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Principle #1: Generous Giving Begins With Surrender To The Lord (8:1-7). Principle #2: Generous Giving Is Motivated By Grace (8:8-9) Principle #3: Generous Giving Involves Faith (8:10-15) Principle #4: Generous Giving Is a Testimony To Others (9:1-5) Principle #5: Generous Giving ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Temptation Scheme Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Nov 18, 2021

The devil is always trying to gain a foothold in our life, and he begins his initial onslaught of attacks with the temptation to sin. Temptation "can" be overcome! We must overcome it, so we can refrain from committing sin.

Satan is looking to pound on our weakest areas . . . When we leave an opening by yielding to temptation, he’ll take advantage. - Kent Crockett(1) In Ephesians 4:27, the Apostle Paul warned, “Do not give the devil a foothold” (NIV). The devil is always trying to gain a foothold in our life, and he ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-15, 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Baptist

Rediscover Love Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 21, 2020

Love breaks down every barrier that divides us. Nothing illustrates that better than the Christmas story itself.

Rediscover Love 1 John 4:7-16 Good morning. Please turn in your Bibles to 1 John 4. While you are finding 1 John, let me tell you a story. There were once two old farmers. Their farms shared a property line, and for generations their families had lived next to one another. Both farms benefitted ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-16, 2 Corinthians 5:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Shipping Out Shame Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

The paradox is that the only way we can get back to Paul's position of not being ashamed of the Gospel is to add to our lives shame for all that is not the Gospel. We need to be embarrassed by all of the false gospels of our day.

It is on the highest interest level to hear of people's most embarrassing moments. Jane Wyman tells of hers. She was preparing for very important guests and she put a note on the guest towels that she had so carefully selected. The note read, "If you use these I will murder you." ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:14-17

The Biggest Addiction

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 28, 2022

I guess most of us have heard the following prayer.

Illus: "So far today, God, I’ve done alright. I haven’t gossiped, I haven’t lost my temper. I haven’t been grumpy or nasty or selfish. I’m really glad of that. But in a few minutes God, I’m going to get out of bed, and from then on, I’m probably going to need a lot of help.” We all need a lot ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Prison Or Provision Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 1, 2017

Explaining the reason that God gives us the law

Prison or Provision CCCAG (May 14th, 2017) Scripture- Exodus 19:3-6 US Army Smart Book Every few weeks, a new bus load of fresh teenagers roll into one of the Army’s basic training sites. The come from all over the northern hemisphere- from all states, all territories, all cultures that exist ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:3-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The High Standard Of The Wisdom Of Our Heavenly Father Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 15, 2017

A Father’s Day message on the wisdom of our wise Heavenly Father.

We continue in our preaching series on discovering our destiny, discovering your destiny. Across our group of churches, we have been spending a few weeks preaching on how setting high standards in our lives is important as disciples of Jesus. On this Father’s Day, we are going to spend some time ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:2, Genesis 1:1, Revelation 1:8, John 1:1, Romans 1:20, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Isaiah 29:14-15, Romans 10:9, Romans 3:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

After God's Heart

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jun 20, 2017

David was a polygamist, adulterer and murdered. He was deceptive. He never meted out justice and was irresponsible with the crimes committed under his own roof. How does a man with that track-record get God's blessing with, "A man after my own heart"?

After God’s Heart Psalm 19:1-14; 1 Samuel 13:14 On this Father's Day, I am led to a man of men, a prince of princes and a statesman of politicians. He was a poet, musician and military leader who conquered nations and put fear in his enemies. The most profound accomplishment that would be a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:14, Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Salvation Army