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  • The Nevertheless Of His Coming Back Series

    Contributed by Steve Wilson on Mar 8, 2016
     | 4,995 views

    This is the fifth sermon in a series about Jesus being The Great Nevertheless. He keeps wonderfully surprising us. Using the Lord’s "nevertheless" statement in the KJV we get a delightful glimpse of our awesome Savior.

    Introduction • Have you ever been in a courtroom? Certainly we all have through the aide of TV – Perry Mason, Judge Judy, and Court TV. • Many of us have actually served on a jury. If you have, did you take your work serious? • Anybody enjoy jury duty? Was it ...read more

  • The Parable Of The Giving Father

    Contributed by James Hickman on Mar 12, 2016
     | 5,780 views

    This sermon on prayer points to the character of God the Father as an encouragement to pray.

    The Storyteller: The Parable of the Giving Father Matthew 7:7-11 Before you read this sermon, allow me to make two points. First, not all parables are long like the story of the Prodigal Son; some are only a sentence or two. Second, I have long found prayer to be something of a mystery. To quote ...read more

  • 40. Justification Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 6, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,946 views

    Our motivation to respond to God's love changes completely when we move from Law to Grace

    [IN GOD’S IMAGE 40 - JUSTIFICATION] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God in ...read more

  • The Miracle Of Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 18, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,785 views

    There are no accidents with God, only divine interventions of miraculous proportions, all designed with you in mind!

    This week by my calculations marks the 397th time Americans have celebrated Thanksgiving. I know many of you will be celebrating with your families. I hope with all the commercialism you never forget why we celebrate. The ability to have a personal relationship with the creator of the universe , ...read more

  • 86. Revelation 21 - The New Jerusalem Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 18, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,769 views

    This is the final scene of the book of Revelation, the culmination of God’s purpose to create for Himself a holy people within whom He will dwell.

    IN GOD'S IMAGE 86 - REVELATION 21 - THE NEW JERUSALEM This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning ...read more

  • The Provision Of God Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 15, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 21,349 views

    We can depend on God. God's work, done in God's way, will never lack God's supply.

    The prophet of God has just pronounced a drought, sent by God although not mentioned. • The drought will end only at his word – which means at God’s bidding, when God said so. • We know that it lasted for 3.5 years because of two accounts in NT: • James 5:17 - Elijah was a human being, even as we ...read more

  • Reel Talk - Pt. 4 - Rogue One 2 Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2017
     | 6,007 views

    Movies + Pop Corn + Church = Reel Talk

    Reel Talk Pt. 4 - Rogue One 2 I. Introduction OK, as I mentioned last week I am not a Sci Fi fan so for me to understand or explain a Star Wars movie is a stretch. I will recap again in case you were not here last week. The movie opens by showing former scientist Galen Erso living on a farm with ...read more

  • The Heart Of A Worshipper Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 12, 2015
     | 8,381 views

    True worship is God-centered. It flows from the heart. It brings hope.

    Neil Marten, a member of the British Parliament, was once giving a group of his constituents a guided tour of the House of Parliament. During the course of the visit, the group happened to meet Neil’s good friend, the Lord Hailsham, then Lord Chancellor, who was wearing his official robe ...read more

  • Rewards And Treasures Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Oct 1, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,009 views

    Treasure God, not temporary things! We’ve already talked about prayer in this chapter. Well, fasting goes along with prayer and is an investment that brings spiritual dividends. Let’s look at some thoughts on hunger, reward, and treasure.

    Rewards and Treasures Matthew 6:19-21 19 "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. ...read more

  • "How Do Christians Live In A Fallen World?”

    Contributed by Bubot Parago on Nov 28, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,606 views

    Take a moment to consider the implications of Christ’s statement. It means that the secular world is not our enemy.

    9 “ I pray for them: I pray not for the world, but for them which Thou hast given Me; for they are Thine. 10And all Mine are Thine, and Thine are Mine; and I am glorified in them. 11And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to Thee. Holy Father, keep through Thine ...read more

  • God Keeps His Word

    Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 28, 2018
     | 17,188 views

    Often our problems make us wonder if God really keeps His word. But history shows that God has bound Himself to His Word, to fulfill His promises.

    GOD KEEPS HIS WORD Isa. 46:11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HOW TO GET THE PROOF 1. A man went to his lawyer and told him, "My neighbor owes me $500 and he won’t pay up. What should I do?" 2. "Do you have any proof he owes you the money?" asked the lawyer. "Nope," replied the man. 3. "OK, then ...read more

  • Contact Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 23, 2022
     | 4,666 views

    Ladders are useful tools in our daily life. However, if you haven’t learned the “Ladder Lessons”, then you won’t take advantage of their ability to take us to new heights.

    I. Introduction I know ladders are not uncommon or awe inspiring. They are simply an everyday tool that we use to reach heights that we would otherwise be unable to reach. So, there is nothing really mind blowing about that. However, because they are so common and because most of you have used a ...read more

  • He Shall Wipe Away Every Tear

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 3, 2022
     | 2,138 views

    How many of us remember our parents wiping away our tears? The Lord shall show this personal care for us at the end of time.

    He shall Wipe Away Every Tear Revelation 7:9-17 We are now come to the 4th Sunday of Easter this morning. As this is the Easter season (Eastertide), we reflect during this time the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead and its implications. Last week we looked at the text from Revelation 5. ...read more

  • What Will Be Your Famous Last Words?

    Contributed by Neal Gracey on Apr 2, 2021
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,298 views

    No matter how flawed we are or how many times we fail, it is your relationship with Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world, that will dictate to the world, to your community, and to your family and friends (pause)…YOUR FAMOUS LAST WORDS!

    Sermon: What will be “your” famous last words? The Last Words of David… 2Sa 23:1 And these are the last words of David, the saying of David the son of Jesse, and the saying of the man raised on high, the anointed of the God of Jacob, and the sweet singer of Israel: 2Sa 23:2 The Spirit of ...read more

  • Beliefs As Boundaries Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Apr 26, 2021
     | 3,311 views

    This is the first in a 7-part series on The Apostles Creed. I used this as a way to give folks in my new churches an understanding of my beliefs and our common ground as Believers.

    Sermon Series “Belief and Faith Coming Together” Week One – “Beliefs as Boundaries” Pastor john Bright – delivered 7/14/19 Revelation 2:12-17 “12 “And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write,‘These things says He who has the sharp two-edged sword: 13 “I know your works, and where you dwell, ...read more