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  • Sexual Purity Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Feb 11, 2004
    based on 94 ratings
     | 15,449 views

    God’s plan for our lives commands sexual relations be enjoyed in the context of marriage only. This plan is for our best. This plan is difficult, but possible.

    Clarity or Confusion? 3. Sexual Purity Feb. 8, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: God’s plan for our lives commands sexual relations be enjoyed in the context of marriage only. This plan is for our best. This plan is difficult, but possible. Intro: Contrast the rules of Roy Rogers’ riders rules with ...read more

  • What To Do When Painted Into A Corner

    Contributed by John Gullick on Oct 1, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,630 views

    A sermon that uses the situation where Moses is between the Egyptian army and the red sea to extract biblical principles for us who find ourselves in difficult situations.

    Painted into a corner. Many of you will be familiar with the cartoon picture of a person who paints the floor of a room and paints himself into a corner where there is no window or door. So the painter is surrounded by wet paint on all sides and no exit on the others. A modern saying that fits ...read more

  • Reading The Bible Series

    Contributed by Jake Kircher on Mar 5, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,403 views

    Sometimes reading the Bible can be difficult. Why should we even read it? If if we convince ourselves to open it, where do we start.

    ***Open the time with all the lights out and the room completely dark. Begin to lightly toss stones up front so that the thud can be heard by the group*** The first five books of the Old Testament are called the Torah which is what the Jews look to as their Bible. The Hebrew word torah meant ...read more

  • God's Plan For A Healthy Church

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 7,212 views

    This is a passage that is going to help us all to understand why our involvement in a local church is so important to our spiritual life.

    God has designed His church to function like a loving family that you can invite people into. Church is 1. not a place to make rules and demands on people 2. a place to nurture growth. 3. a place for shepherds, not generals 4. a place that exists for the purpose of helping people grow and mature ...read more

  • Thankful For Heaven

    Contributed by Charles Wall, Jr. on Feb 15, 2005
    based on 54 ratings
     | 30,526 views

    This has been the most difficult year of my of life with Elizabeth’s going to be with the Lord. Therefore on this Thanksgiving, what am I thankful for?

    This is the Sunday before Thanksgiving or Thanksgiving Sunday and it is customary that the pastor bring a message on Thanksgiving, on giving thanks. So as I considered what the Lord would have me share with you today, I began to ask myself the question: what am I thankful for? Obviously ...read more

  • Boy Meets Girl: The S-Word

    Contributed by John Bishop on Mar 25, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,880 views

    Pastor John Bishop deals head-on with one of the most difficult issues for Christian men and women in love-relationships to deal with--the issue of submission.

    Today we’re in a series, and this is going to be hard. This is going to be one of those talks; this is going to be one of those things that agitate you before it makes you comfortable; it’s going to be one of those talks that’s going to irritate you before you get it. We’re going to look at the ...read more

  • Everyone Has An Opinion About Jesus Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 22, 2020
     | 2,814 views

    This passage gives us the (questionable) opinions of three groups about Jesus. How did Jesus stay focused amid disparate viewpoints?

    DISINFORMATION, AGENDAS, FEARS, AND UNCERTAINTY: Everyone has an opinion about Jesus, but most of them are wrong. - John 7:1-14. - We live in a time when people often talk as though all opinions are equally valid. You have your opinion and I have mine and we can both be right. (This is often ...read more

  • Would I Lie To You? (Abraham On Honesty And Lying)

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 3, 2006
    based on 48 ratings
     | 8,999 views

    This passage uses Abraham’s deception as a chance to look at why we fudge the truth so often and what the consequences of our lies are.

    - Lies are a common part of our everyday lives. In fact, some of us believe that we can’t function in society without telling our share of “little white lies.” - Abraham here demonstrates aptly for us both the reasons we lie and the consequences of our untruths. WHY WE LIE: 1. We get stuck in ...read more

  • Redeemed From The Curse Of The Law

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Jun 24, 2003
    based on 65 ratings
     | 14,547 views

    This passage of Scripture brings together the spiritual principles involved in our salvation from sin-Christ, by being made a curse for us, has redeemed us from the curse of the law. This passage also sets forth our spiritual and moral state before we wer

    REDEEMED FROM THE CURSE OF THE LAW SCRIPTURE: Galatians 3:13, 14 INTRODUCTION This passage of Scripture brings together the spiritual principles involved in our salvation from sin-Christ, by being made a curse for us, has redeemed us from the curse of the law. This passage also sets forth our ...read more

  • A Growth In Faith

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 17, 2012
     | 4,907 views

    This passage follows our last study when we looked at the purpose of Lazarus’ death. Tonight’s passage is a dynamic conversation between Jesus and Martha. What happened caused an increase in Martha’s faith. Anyone with a seeking heart that studies this

    Tonight we look at John 11 verses 17-27. This passage follows our last study when we looked at the purpose of Lazarus’ death. Tonight’s passage is a dynamic conversation between Jesus and Martha. What happened caused an increase in Martha’s faith. Anyone with a seeking heart ...read more

  • The Throne Of God Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 50 ratings
     | 12,336 views

    This message takes a look at the two throne scenes before God. One for the righteous and the other for the unbeliever. These passages are rich with symbolism and truth.

    The Throne of God There are two major events surrounding the throne of God in the book of Revelations. Revelation 4 describes the throne of hope and chapter 20 describes the throne of judgement. I want to use this study to examine these two images of God’s throne. Lets begin by looking at ...read more

  • Why Is There So Little Fear Of God’s Judgment Today? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 6, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 459 views

    This passage gives us an example of people not ready for God's impending judgment. Why today are so many equally unready?

    NOT CONCERNED: Why is there so little fear of God’s judgment today? - Ezekiel 21:7. - It’s without question that today there is little fear of God’s judgment. There’s little belief in Final Judgment but only a vague hope of a heavenly reunion. The idea that we are somehow accountable for the sin ...read more

  • What Does It Mean To Be A Christian? Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Moy Hernandez on Oct 27, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,258 views

    The Greek word used in all three of these passages of scripture is Christianos just like the Spanish word and it literally means a follower of Christ.

    WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A CHRISTIAN? Part 1 - 2/22/09 Acts 11:26, 1 Peter 4:16 INTRODUCTION Definition: They are those who belong to Jesus Christ. Other designations in scripture are believers, disciples and the children of God. Originally used as a nick name for those who were followers of ...read more

  • The Antidote To The ‘kindly Grandfather’ God Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 16, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 773 views

    This passage is a stark contrast to the "kindly grandfather" image of God that many had. What are the specific ways that shows up here?

    JUDGMENT-FREE ZONE: Many people like to think of God as a kindly grandfather. - Ezekiel 5:1. - There is a popular conception of God as a kindly (and slightly senile) grandfather in the sky. He’s not going to rebuke you for anything you’re doing. He’s going to ask if everyone had a good time. And ...read more

  • Convinced And Convicted In Worship Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 25, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,670 views

    Learning to live with one another in harmony while distinguishing between what is detrimental and what is neutral is one of the most difficult aspects of Christian life.

    “As for the one who is weak in faith, welcome him, but not to quarrel over opinions. One person believes he may eat anything, while the weak person eats only vegetables. Let not the one who eats despise the one who abstains, and let not the one who abstains pass judgment on the one who eats, for ...read more

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