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Has It Hit You Yet? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 19, 2006

If you truly know Christ, you have it good –real good. Do you realize how good you have it?

Note: When I preached this (I preach 30 minutes), I only got through the frist point. I took the second point and then used it for the first point in a topical sermon called, "Easter Angels." Eddie Has It Hit You Yet? (I Peter 1:10-12) 1. "Celebrities tend to misbehave in tiresome and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:10-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Would You Do?

Contributed by Larry Turner on Feb 13, 2013

A homeless man walks into a bar. What would you do? (Sermon based on TV show What Would You Do? , the episode centering on the treatment of the homeless.)

Show video from You Tube “WWYD? - No shoes, no shirt, no pants, no service!” I cannot watch this video without being overcome by emotions. I am forced to ask myself “What would I do?” Would I have been one of the many to sit and watch as this person is cast out of the bar? Would I have turned my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:45, Matthew 25:35, Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Foursquare

Preparations Series

Contributed by Eric Amundson on Dec 17, 2000

The "Good" of this news!

This passage starts with judgment, and it ends with good news. I hate to tell you this – it’s not very Christmas-sy, but good news will always have to have judgment in it. If there is no judgment in the story anywhere, then there is nothing, “good” about it. It is just news. And so as we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Recognizing Our Neighbor And The Wrath Of God Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 2, 2015

In an age when people refuse to recognize our neighbor and treat him/her with dignity, we need a holy intercessor to help us.

It is our misfortune, or, better, the design of Divine Providence, that we live in an age and society that does not recognize the neighbor whom we should love as we love ourselves. An inconveniently conceived child, as I was nearly seven decades ago, is not recognized as a human being, let alone ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:23-37

Denomination: Catholic

Final Goodbye Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jun 19, 2008

Good byes are rarely easy, but are sometimes necessary.

1. OK, I ADMIT IT, I LOVE AIRPORTS! 2. There is just something about airports that I really enjoy. a. NOW it’s not driving around in circles waiting for someone to come outside and meet me. b. And it’s not waiting for hours because of plane delays c. But there is that glimpse into the lives of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remember

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Feb 6, 2009

We are sometimes a forgetful people when there is so much that God has done. These things are good to remember for our encouragement, past, present and future.

Remember Griffith Baptist Church – 2/8/09 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 44 Key verse: Psalms 44:1 - We have heard with our ears, O God, our fathers have told us, what work thou didst in their days, in the times of old. Premise: We are sometimes a forgetful people when there is so much that God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 44:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Law Of Christ

Contributed by Phil Smith on Feb 23, 2009

Sometimes in all the Christian rhetoric, we forget the simplicity of what following Christ looks like. "Good Works" has been given a bad name because they are viewed as a contrast to faith and grace. However, once you get past the elementary teaching of

The Law of Christ I. Introduction Lately, the ladies of our church have had a couple of opportunities to help some folks. If you are not already aware, some of our ladies are cooking meals for Peter and Theda Kempenar on a regular basis. Also, they supplied a good bunch of sandwiches for Teri ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crook At The Cross Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 21, 2009

The Crook at the Cross lets us know that no life is beyond the love of God.

Luke 23:43 “Today shalt thou be with me in paradise.” / Title: “Crook at the Cross” 1. Jesus talks about heaven in Matthew 13 – 7 scenarios a. Matt. 13:24 – Wheat and Tares – grow together b. Matt. 13:31 – Mustard Seed – least of seeds, greatest of herbs, tree/birds c. Matt. 13:33 – Leaven – in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43

Denomination: Baptist

Why? Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Mar 25, 2009

Some thoughts on the bitter cry of Christ on Calvary - "My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?"

1. FELLOWSHIP WITH GOD IS A VERY PRECIOUS THING Losing this fellowship is what caused the Lord Jesus such terrible anguish. Fallen man places no value on fellowship with God. How mistaken he is! 2. IT ISN’T WRONG TO ASK WHY Christ was sinless and yet He asked why. Why do decent people suffer? Why ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:34

Who Really Killed Jesus

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 20, 2008

Using powerful pictures from "The Passion" this sermon lists all of the co-conspirators but cuts to the chase.

Who REALLY Killed Jesus? Mt 26:47-27:26 One of the first and most vocal groups to reject the movie is the Jews. They claim that the movie is anti-Semitic... anti-Jewish. They feel that the Jews come off as the bad guy... the villain. They also feel that is an unfair portrayal of the facts. Many say ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Did Jesus Have To Die?

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 20, 2008

Was the cross and all of its barbarism necessary or was there another way? It calls us to decide whether Jesus wa Liar, Lunatic or Lord.

Did Jesus Have To Die? (The offense of the cross) 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 Did Jesus have to suffer and die?" To say that it was necessary causes Christians no problem at all. In fact, the story of the cross, or forgiveness of sins, of paying our ransom, or the just dying for the unjust... THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Three Simple Rules (Part One) Series

Contributed by Carl Greene on Jul 4, 2008

This is the first of a multi- part series based upon the book "Three Simple Rules," "A Wesley Way of Living" by author Rueben P. Job. The rules: 1-Do No Harm. 2-Do Good. 3- Stay In Love With God. Following these rules can transform ourselves, our comm

Three Simple Rules A Wesleyan Way of Living Based on the book of the same name by Ruben P. Job Rules. The world, our culture, our families… all have rules. Without rules, our world would be in anarchy, chaos. Some rules are called laws. We have civil laws and criminal laws. Break a civil law ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Methodist

Being Smart About God's Will Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jul 9, 2008

Knowledge of the Gospel, love for others and prayer are the keys to coming to know God’s will for our lives -- then we must act on it in order to please Him.

Being Smart about God’s Will Love and wisdom; God and you Colossians 1:9-12 The Colossians had experienced hope. The Gospel delivered to them had presented them with the promise of the kingdom and that promise had given them hope, which in turn gave rise to active faith and love. This faith and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Mennonite

You Prepare A Table In The Presence Of My Enemies

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jun 6, 2009

HOW THE GOOD SHEPHERD GOES BEFORE US IN LOVE

YOU PREPARE A TABLE BEFORE ME IN THE PRESENCE OF MY ENEMIES PS 23:5 We need to remember that in this statement the sheep are coming to the high mountain country of the summer ranges. 1. He goes before us to prepare the land. Did you know that the Shepherd takes the time and energy to get the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5

Denomination: Wesleyan

Passover/Unleavened Bread

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 14, 2009

A look at how Jesus fulfilled the Jewish Feasts of Passover and Unleavened Bread by his crucifixion and burial.

Note: This sermon was a joint presentation by our two Pastors. Pat: This year Dana and I have decided to take some time to focus on some of our rich heritage as followers of Jesus Christ. As we’ve consistently pointed out, the Bible is, from beginning to end, the account of the reconciliation of ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:4-6

Denomination: Baptist