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Construction Of A Kingdom 3: How To Deal With A Giant

Contributed by J. Ritter Jr on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction Today we continue in our study entitled, The Construction of a Kingdom.

Introduction Today we continue in our study entitled, The Construction of a Kingdom. Thus far we have learned from the failures of King Saul and God's election of the David, a young shepherd boy, and gained valuable insights as to the conditions necessary for God to construct His kingdom in our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1, 1 Samuel 17:1-50

Five Questions Part 2: Do I Have The Utterance?

Contributed by Troy Bohn on Oct 18, 2000

Heb 12:1 "Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight,(every thing that would impede our forward progress) and the sin (or that which causes us to miss the mark or fail in walking according to the standard of Christ Jesus) which s

Heb 12:1 "Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight,(every thing that would impede our forward progress) and the sin (or that which causes us to miss the mark or fail in walking according to the standard of Christ Jesus) which so ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus, Son Of David, Has Mercy

Contributed by Robert Armstrong on Oct 26, 2000

Just like in the story of Blind Bartemeaus, Jesus has mercy on all who ask.

Have you ever had that feeling that God wants you to do something? Lately, I have had this feeling that God wants me to tell my story. I don’t know why it was laid upon my heart to tell it. I guess I really don’t need to know why. Nor do I offer any apology for doing so. For did not Christ ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Methodist

Let Freedom Reign

Contributed by Jerry Dunn on Jun 7, 2001

Sermon is about freedom in Christ. Freedom from sin and death.

“Let Freedom Reign” Luke 4:18-19 At the University of Oklahoma, for many years a project was underway to teach a 15 year old chimpanzee named Washoe to talk by combining sign language with simple recognition. Over the years, the chimp learned 140 different signs. Finally, the project directors ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Attributes Of God - Affectionate - Bread Of Life

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 21, 2001

Praises for the Attributes of God from Affectionate to the Bread of Life

15. Affectionate – I praise you Lord for being so tender, kind and loving. “If there is an encouragement in Christ, any affection and love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love.” (Phil. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Attributes Of God - The God Of All The Earth To The Way

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 21, 2001

Praises for the attributes of God as the God of All the Earth to the Way

590. The God of ALL the Earth – I honor you Lord, as the Holy One of Israel, my Redeemer, the God of all the earth.” (Isa. 54:5) I praise you Lord that you are King over all people, governments and situations. 591. The God Who Answers Prayer – I praise and honor you Lord for your promise, “If you ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Give Thanks To The Lord

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jun 27, 2001

Psalm 100 encourages us to count God as our greatest blessing.

"God made two great lights -- the greater light to govern the day and the lesser light to govern the night. He also made the stars. God set them in the expanse of the sky to give light on the earth, to govern the day and the night, and to separate light from darkness." (Genesis 1:16-19) That is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Faith Is The Victory Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 17, 2001

The text is divided into two great principles, the exciting victories of faith and the enduring virtues of faith.

A Study of Hebrews 11 Sermon # 3 “Faith is the Victory” Hebrews 11:32-40 We live in a society where winning is everything. Everything in our society is success oriented. Even the church has acquired the success ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of The Lord Part 1

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 20, 2001

A discussion of the term the Day of theLord and related events. The need for readiness.

THE DAY OF THE LORD I THESSALONIANS 5:1-11 I THESSALONIANS 5:2 "FOR YOURSELVES KNOW PERFECTLY THAT THE DAY OF THE LORD SO COMETH AS A THIEF IN THE NIGHT." INTRODUCTION: When perilous times occur many ask why is it that God seemingly allows bad men to prosper and go unpunished. Many see God as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Path To Forgiveness

Contributed by Matthew Oliver on Jan 7, 2002

God tells us how we are to forgive others through the example of Joseph and his brothers in Egypt.

The Path to Forgiveness M.B. Oliver A sermon for the 7th Sunday after the Epiphany in Year C commonly called Sexagesima Sunday. Preached at St John the Evangelist, Cold Lake, Alberta 18 Feb 01. Gen 45:3-11, 15 Ps 37:1-11, 39-40 1 Cor 15:35-38, 42-50 Luke 6:27-38 The readings today are linked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38, Genesis 45:3-15

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

God's Top Ten: No Graven Images Series

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Aug 29, 2002

We may not carve them out of wood, but we carve them in our minds and they are alive and doing well!

God’s Top Ten Ex. 20:4-7 September 2002 Joe Bedy Central Christian Church Centuries ago God made man in His image and bless our hearts we have been trying to return the favor ever since and make God into our image. At least we want to make God be the way we want Him to be. Many in the world today ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-7, Isaiah 44:8-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In God We Trust

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 9, 2002

I’m concerned that as a nation we’ll hear the speeches, pay our respects, bow our heads, enjoy the music, & then return to business as usual – our lives unchanged, & God once again relegated to the back shelf.

Melvin M. Newland, Minister Central Christian, Brownsville, TX ILL. One year ago this week the skies of New York, Washington, D.C. & Pennsylvania were punctured by hijacked airplanes in a diabolical plot to pierce the soul of our nation. One year ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Answering God's Call . . . Today Series

Contributed by Steve Salmon on Jun 30, 2002

When we are saved, we make a decision that lasts our whole life. We are Christians. Our decisions are not over though. Everyday, we must decide to live a life of trust in Jesus.

Answering God’s Call Today Hebrews 3:1-4:13 SICC, 6/30/02 (Morning) Decisions, decisions, decisions. Some are easier than others. Some are cut and dry. This is the kind of decision you might make at 8:30 in the evening after you have been running around all day long. You still have not had ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Prodigal Sons" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 11, 2002

Sometimes the worst thing God can do is to give us what we want. the prodigal leaves for a "far country", a place which exists first in our hearts.

"The Prodigal Sons", Luke 15:11-32 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Outline: Restlessness> vss 1- 11-12 Rebellion> vss 13-16 Repentance> vss 17-19 Reconciliation> vss 20-24 Resentment> vss 25-32 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Congregational

How To Improve Your Scriptural Meditation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 14, 2001

How to Improve Your Scriptural Meditation

How to Improve Your Scriptural Meditation 1. COMMIT yourself to the goals of scripture. Stick with certain key verses that will guide, assure, convict, and provide insights into important decisions that you will need to make. When I learned how to commit my way to the Lord, my thoughts starting ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational