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  • A Life Of Blessing Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Oct 15, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,071 views

    When life is difficult, think about the amazing blessings that are yours because of Christ and thank Him.

    Remember: The original readers of 1 Peter were facing persecution. The Big Idea: When life is difficult, THINK about the amazing blessings that are yours because of Christ and THANK Him. 1. There is nothing more important that our RESPONSE to Jesus. “As you come to him, the living ...read more

  • God With Us . . . In The Valleys Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 26, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,364 views

    An advent series focused on Matthew 1:23, God is always with us, especially in the difficult times.

    God With Us - Valleys November 28, 2021 Matthew 1:23 Today we're starting an advent series called God With Us. I’m hoping to use one main scripture which will guide us for the next 4 weeks, which culminates in our Christmas Eve celebration. We're going to look at the power of the ...read more

  • The Wise Foundation Series

    Contributed by Keith Andrews on May 31, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,568 views

    We are looking at a somewhat familiar passage from Matthew 7:21-27. This passage tells the story of the man who built his house on a rock and the man who built his house on the sand. This passage helps us to rethink what foundation we are building our li

    The Wise Foundation: June 1, 2008 Keith J. Andrews All Scriptures marked ESV: The Holy Bible : English standard version. 2001 Wheaton: Standard Bible Society. Ordinary Time/Third Sunday after Pentecost (Green) Matthew 7:21-29 In St. Bernard Parish, Louisiana Sheriff Jack Stephens has a home on ...read more

  • Be Perfect? Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Sep 27, 2011
     | 7,204 views

    This message is the first in a series that deals with some of the difficult sayings of Jesus. This message examines Jesus' call to be perfect.

    There are times when people including Christians say some very strange things. Often we hear someone say something that stops us in our tracks. For example, have you ever heard something that sounded so strange or outrageous that you asked yourself, “Did I really just hear that?” I ...read more

  • The Season Of Hope

    Contributed by Jeff Ecklund on Dec 10, 2016
     | 5,847 views

    This message is about the season of hope in Christ that is right in our midst that can be hidden in the difficult or buried in the familiar.

    It’s interesting the way we approach our birthdays, birthdays of our children, spouses, friends etc… Consider the first birthday of your child, or grandchild…HUGE!…All the trappings, gifts, invitations, photos…(and the baby has NO idea what’s going on!) Seems as though the celebration is really ...read more

  • The Sons Of God And The Daughters Of Men

    Contributed by Thomas Baird on Feb 2, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,958 views

    Dealing with the controversial passage in Geneses chapter 6 referring to the Sons of God and Daughters of men

    The Sons of God and the Daughters of Men 1/30/04 Introduction… Tonight’s message is going to be a little different… It is probably going to be like a mix between a Wednesday night Bible study and a Sunday night message.. This evening we are going to visit a very controversial passage of ...read more

  • Why Do We Need To Give Thanks

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 1, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 6,066 views

    Paul gives us the reason for thanksgiving in this marvelous passage in Ephesians.

    “WHY DO WE NEED TO GIVE THANKS?” EPHESIANS 5:20 We need to give thanks because God has commanded us… 1. To give thanks ALWAYS. (v. 20a) Giving thanks always 1 Chronicles 16:8, 34-35, 41; Psalm 18:49; 30:4, 12; 75:1; 79:13; 92:1; 97:12; 105:1; 106:1, 47; 107:1; 118:1, 29; 119:62; 122:4; ...read more

  • Why Do We Need To Pray?

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 17, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,627 views

    The Bible gives the reasons for us to pray in this marvelous passage on prayer.

    “Why Do We Need To Pray?” Philippians 4:6-7 A. The PRESCRIPTION for prayer. (v. 6) 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18; Colossians 4:2; 1 Peter 4:7 1. So as to avoid PREOCCUPATION. (v. 6a) be careful for nothing Daniel 3:16; Matthew 6:25-34; 10:19; Luke 10:41 2. So that we may bring our PLEAS in ...read more

  • Why Do We Need To Baptize

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 17, 2004
    based on 43 ratings
     | 2,860 views

    This marvelous passage gives us the insight in regards to the ordinance of Baptism

    “Why Do We Need To Baptize?” Romans 6:3-4 A. Because it enables us to IDENTIFY with Christ in His death and resurrection. (v. 3) Know ye not, that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were baptized into his death? Matthew 28:19; 1 Corinthians 12:13; Galatians 3:27; 1 Peter 3:21; ...read more

  • Water, Wine And Other Changes

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 15, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,524 views

    This passage is not the legitimizer of alcoholic beverages. In fact, it is not about wine at all.

    John 2:1-11 January 14, 2007 Second Sunday after the Epiphany - C On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. When the wine gave out, the mother of Jesus said to him, “They have no wine.” ...read more

  • What Is Heaven Like? Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on May 10, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,678 views

    This message takes a look at the passages that describe what heaven will be like.

    Glimpsing Eternity: The Hope of Heaven What Will Heaven Be Like? Text: John 14:1-6 Introduction: We’ve heard many stories about what heaven is like. Most of them mention pearly gates and an angel who is standing by to interview those who seek to enter. Perhaps you’ve heard this one. It’s the ...read more

  • When Trying To Figure Out How To Love, Look At Your Mother

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 29, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 2,415 views

    Mothers Day sermon from on of the greatest passages about love.

    When Trying to Figure Out How To Love, Look At Your Mom I John 3:11-24 Introduction A. It is mother’s day B. No it is not a day we just have for the fun of it C. MOTHERS DESERVE IT!!! D. Mothers act out of love E. You can never escape that love of your mother F. John must have been thinking about ...read more

  • The Lord Is My Shepherd

    Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002
    based on 805 ratings
     | 382,394 views

    Psalm 23 is probably the best known passage in all the Bible.

    Introduction: Psalm 23 is undoubtedly one of the best-known passages in all the Bible. Most of us learned it as children and it continues to be a comfort to those who are dying, or those who have lost loved ones. Maybe it’s so well-loved because it is so personal and individual. When we read ...read more

  • The Healing Of The Lame Man

    Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Mar 28, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 12,359 views

    In this passage the healing of the lame man pictures the conversion of a lost sinner.

    "Healing of the Lame Man" Text: Acts 3:1-10 Intro: -In the passage account of the healing of the lame man. -We are going to look at this passage not doctrinally but devotionally. -I believe in the passage that the healing of the lame man pictures the conversion of a lost sinner. I. The ...read more

  • The Secret To Contentment Series

    Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Jun 4, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 17,565 views

    In this passage, we discover how to be truly content, no matter what.

    The Secret to Contentment Phil. 4:10-13 Illus. Don’t you just love hearing/telling secrets? •Recently, I spoke at a local Christian school. Afterward, I sat down with a 5 y.o. red-headed girl who proceeded to tell me all about her life. Suddenly, out of the blue, she said, "My Mommy has brown ...read more

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