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The Unpardonable Sin Series

Contributed by Joel Preston on Mar 22, 2012

Jesus clears up some misunderstandings the people of His day had about Him.

The Gospel of Mark # 9 – “The Unpardonable Sin” Mark 3:20-35 Intro – 1. ILL – The following series of advertisements reportedly appeared in a daily newspaper: Monday: "The Rev. A.J. Jones has one color TV set for sale. Telephone 626-1313 after 7 p.m. and ask for Mrs. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Unmistakable Mandate

Contributed by Kl Burrus on Oct 6, 2007

Jesus makes it clear that being a Christian is more than speaking in pious language, it’s more than a feeling or an experience. It’s being his partner in making love tangible.

St. John 15:9-17 – The Unmistakable Mandate 9As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you: continue ye in my love. 10If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father’s commandments, and abide in his love. 11These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

Sowing To The Spirit

Contributed by Samuel Stone on Nov 15, 2007

Paul warned people against the Judiaisers.

Gal 6:7-16 7 Do not be deceived; God is not mocked, for you reap whatever you sow. 8 If you sow to your own flesh, you will reap corruption from the flesh; but if you sow to the Spirit, you will reap eternal life from the Spirit. 9 So let us not grow weary in doing what is right, for we will reap ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wheat And Weeds Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Jun 2, 2009

This is another parable fo which Jesus offers an interpreation. As a kingdom parable, this parable teaches how God’s Kingdom can be presently at work breaking into this world at the same time that evil is also at work.

The Parables of Jesus Wheat and Weeds Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 May 31, 2009 The parable of the wheat and weeds. Another parable that Jesus offers an interpretation, which in Matthew sandwiches two other really brief parables—mustard and yeast. All of which have similar themes and seek to explain a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Church Of God

Returns And Exchanges

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Dec 30, 2011

The fear of the Lord is true wisdom; to forsake evil is real understanding

RETURNS AND EXCHANGES Thousands of folk will, after the holidays, be returning and exchanging unwanted or unsuitable gifts for things entirely different that will better meet their needs. That is the physical activity now let us discuss the spiritual. By spiritual is meant men's relationship ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:26

Denomination: Church Of God

God's Bailout For Man's Sinful Condition

Contributed by Herman E. Wesley Iii on Sep 10, 2010

BAIL-OUT became a popular word in our modern vernacular during the last few months of the presidency of George W. Bush, and continued in practice under President Barack Obama. However, long before we knew what the word meant, the process of the Bail-Out

Evangelist Herman E. Wesley III God’s Bail-Out Of Man’s Sinful Condition Ephesians 2:1-7 (New International Version)   PRELIMINARIES INTRODUCTION The subject assigned to me for today’s presentation is: GOD’S BAILOUT OF MAN’S SINFUL ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-7

Fitting In

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Feb 13, 2011

comedian Lenny Bruce gives our Christian psychology a metaphorical cattle prod shock when he said, “Every day people are straying away from the church and going back to God.’” I suspect it has a lot to do with fitting in.

“Fitting In” John 17:11-19 I read the prologue to a story called Girl in the Middle. The girl is Kim Satinsky who is in eighth grade. She says, “You would think that being in a clique is fun but take my word for it: It’s not. They make me wear expensive things when I’m not really rich and tell me ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-19

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Parable Of The Forgiving Father

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 7, 2010

So what do we learn from this parable? We learn who the Father is, and what His nature is.

Intro Today, Jesus tells us a parable, a story. You probably know the Parable of the Prodigal Son. And the point of the parable is simple: When the lost are found, you rejoice. Instead of being a spoilsport, looking down on someone else, you rejoice when a sinner repents, and you join the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Fundamental Requirements Of Christianity

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Dec 8, 2011

The very fabric of Jesus Christ is made up of the fundamental truths concerning who He is and why He came to earth.

FUNDAMENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF CHRISTIANITY ILLUSTRATION As the new plant manager walked through the factory he noticed, in the distance, a worker hit the machine he was at with a large hammer. The manager stopped and watched the worker. It was remarkable, every three minutes the worker would pick ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Christian Church

Pastor Ordination Service

Contributed by Bret Bone on Mar 27, 2012

there are two different Greek words written here in this verse that hold great value to you…and your future Ministry…these two words are…aspires…and desires. By just speaking these two words aloud…they have very little significance. But when used to

Ordination Service Slide # 1…the perfect pastor I’d like to begin the service this morning by reading to you the job description for the perfect pastor. -The perfect pastor always preaches what we want, and for only 15 minutes…and…12.5 minutes of his message ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, 1 Timothy 3:1

What Is The Blessings With Adoption Involving The Son? Series

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 27, 2010

The blessing of being a son of God

Lord Jesus, thank You that once we become Your children through trusting Christ, there is a way for us to learn and grow. Help us as we seek to come under Your discipline by establishing good habits in solitude and meditating on Your Word. May we grow stronger so that we may honor You in all we do? ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Fruit Of The Spirit- Self-Control (08) Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 25, 2008

Self-Control is one of the most difficult fruits to master.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Have you ever watched some of the survivor shows on television? Survivor? Survivor Man (Nutty guy)? Castaway? Robinson Caruso? • It seems like if the people are on certain islands, there always seems to be coconuts available to them. • Look at this coconut; it does ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Priceless Value Of The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 11, 2008

Why would Jesus describe His Kingdom like this? What makes His Kingdom so valuable, so priceless that even if you had to sell everything you own to get it, it would be worth it? The Kingdom of God is infinitely valuable because this is where we find and h

The Priceless Value of the Kingdom Matt.13: 44-46 Note: Some materials of this sermon were taken from the sermons of preachers in sermoncentral.com In the book of Matthew, chapter 13, verse 44-46 we will find here our first two parables –the parable of the treasure and pearl. These two metaphors ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Experience It Together Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on May 18, 2010

It's important for us to foster a sense of teamwork and togetherness to fulfill our mission.

SERIES: IT: Finding It, Keeping It, and Sharing It (freely adapted from Craig Groeschel’s It: How Churches and Leader Can Get it and Keep it) “WE EXPERIENCE IT TOGETHER” ACTS 2:42-47 OPEN We’re in our third message in our series, “IT: Finding It, Keeping ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Missing The Mark Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Dec 17, 2012

This message series inspired by Kyle Idleman's book, "Not a Fan."

“Missing the Mark” A Fan or a Follower - #4 of 5 Jerry Watts Matthew 23 (Note: This series is inspired by Kyle Idleman’s book – “Not a Fan”) * His name was Matt Emmons. In the 2004 Olympics, he was competing in the 50-meter three-position rifle event and was one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39

Denomination: Baptist