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The Blessings Of Zion

Contributed by Mike Hays on May 23, 2002

The writer of Hebrews invites us to come to Zion where our Savior has made a way for us to draw near to God.

The Blessings of Mount Zion Hebrews 12:18-29 There was a Judge who was an honorable man, a man of integrity who sought justice. He was a Judge who was motivated by his faith in Jesus Christ and he sought to live out the biblical commands of righteousness and justice as he presided over his ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Third Voice Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002

Setting the vision for a new church

The Third Voice Scripture Reading: John 6:1-15 Good morning. My name is Bob Hostetler, and I’ve been married for twenty-three years. That’s not an admission of a problem, mind you-- It’s not like saying, “I’m Bob and I’m an alcoholic.” No, I just mention it because it’s important background ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Your Credentials Come From Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 18, 2002

We are to be confident in God’s call.

WHERE YOUR CREDENTIALS COME FROM Galatians 1:10-24 S: God’s Call Th: Grace-Full Living Pr: WE ARE TO BE CONFIDENT OF GOD’S CALL. ?: How? KW: Graces TS: We will find in our study of Galatians 1:10-24 four graces that reveal how we are to be confident of God’s call on our lives. The _____ grace ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10-24

Denomination: Baptist

Serious Business

Contributed by Michael Tnayrb on Nov 13, 2001

We are often serious about all of the wrong things in life. We are concerned, serious, and even consumed with things when it comes to work and play...but are we serious about our God? We can’t afford to be not ready.

To our Pastor, Reverend Brown, Officers of the Church, Members, Guest and friends….I thank you for this opportunity….to share the Good News with you. As I began to prepare for this sermon…..my first sermon….I naturally began to feel some nerves. I got right down scared….But It didn’t make any ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Supremacy Of Christ Is Demonstrated In Our Church Life

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Nov 21, 2001

This sermon takes the list of names at the end of Colossians and turns them into an illustration of what the church should be.

The Supremacy of Christ is Demonstrated in Our Church Life Colossians 4:7-18 November 25, 2001 Intro: A. [The Wrong Virgin] A minister had run out of time to prepare for a sudden funeral. Using the latest technology, he went to his computer and found the funeral service he had used last, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Step From Zero To Hero

Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 23, 2001

This is a topical message. The Bible contains many examples of both the “hero to zero” and the “zero to hero” scenarios. The latter always contains a humble person trusting God and continuing on. Here are Eight Reasons why Christians should not quit.

November 25, 2001-- AM THE STEP FROM ZERO TO HERO James 1:12 INTRODUCTION: (1) Stories people who fall from success are instructive. Even more helpful are the accounts of people who overcome or capitalize on setbacks. The Bible contains many examples of both the “hero to zero” and the “zero to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

"Come Together"

Contributed by Mike Hays on Jan 27, 2002

We really do need each other! In a world that is retreating from face-to-face relationships God calls us to come together to share one another’s burden and encourage each other in the faith.

“Come Together” Hebrews 10:23-25 We live in a strange day. A day in which there are more than 6 billion people in the world and yet so few feel like they truly have any real friends. A day in which people are seeking close relationships with people on the internet and shunning the opportunities to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Day Jesus Couldn't Do A Miracle

Contributed by Robert Warren on Feb 2, 2002

Shows that Jesus works his miracles through our faith.

“The Day Jesus Couldn’t Do a Miracle.” Mark 6:1-6 Robert Warren October 14th, 2001 A. Even though Jesus had miraculous and marvelous powers, there is recorded a time when Jesus was unable to do something. B. In his own hometown, Jesus was unable to do any miracles. C. Why? Because although ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Don't Play!

Contributed by Mike Hays on Feb 3, 2002

God is serious about our sin. If we reject the sacrifice of Jesus on our behalf then we are without hope.

“God Don’t Play” Hebrews 10:26-31 Once upon a time there was a man who lived in a faraway place. All of the people of his little village knew one another and they watched out for one another’s well being. From the time a child was old enough to follow instructions, the elders of the village ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:26-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mystery Of Light Part 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 19, 2002

Scientists are baffled by the mystery of light they can study it but still don’t understand what light is. God is light according to the Bible and he’s as mysterious as light in the natural sense but like scientist we can study God and understand what lig

Mystery of Light part 2 Thesis: Scientists are baffled by the mystery of light they can study it but still don’t understand what light is. God is light according to the Bible and he’s as mysterious as light in the natural sense but like scientist we can study God and understand what light does in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12, 1 John 1:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Testimony Part 1

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 20, 2002

When you seek God you will discover that He is real and personal! I know by experience!

My Testimony part 1 Thesis: When you seek God you will discover that He is real and personal! I know by experience! Text: Matthew 7:8 “For everyone who asks receives, he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.” (A promise from the Great I AM!) Revelation 12:11 “They ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:8, Revelation 12:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Abigail

Contributed by Rickey Shive on Mar 11, 2002

In this lesson, we are going to study a lady of great character and intelligence – her name is Abigail. All we know about her is summed up in this one chapter, yet she comes through as one of the most notable women in the Old Testament!

Introduction: The Bible is full of great stories! I’ve heard it said if you are looking for a mystery, or a thriller, or a love story, or one containing a great hero or heroine – whatever your desire, you can find it in the Bible. The text before us, in this study, is certainly one of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-42, 1 Samuel 25:42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Help I Need Somebody Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 15, 2000

To know God’s plan for your life comes from you knowing God personally.

Help! I Need Direction! Topic: Discovering the plan of God for our lives. Thesis: To know God's plan for your life comes from you knowing God personally. Introduction: People around the world are crying out for help. They want answers to their questions. They want insight. So they try physics, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Empowered By Prayer

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 15, 2000

Prayer is the powerhouse of the believer.

Empowered By Prayer! Acts 4 The Church is gasping for air. She is losing her power as her life slowly ebbs away. The ICU unit is filled to overflowing with scores of churches whose glory days were a generation ago, but who today are surviving only on a ventilator of determination to see another ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Never Settle For Less Than The Best

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000

This is the introduction and overview to the sermon series on Hebrews.

"Never Settle For Less Than The Best!" An Overview of The Book of Hebrews Something kept telling him that there had to be something more, a better way, a lasting solution, a quiet assurance. He knew in his heart that it was out there, but he had never found it. Jacob was a young man who had been ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ