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The Ache To Love

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 11, 2007

Imagine with me a world where love and forgiveness triumphed over hurt and rejection.

The Ache To Love: Luke 15:11-32 August 21, SDC Sunday 2005 Intro: What is worth living your life for? I believe that deep within each of us lies a heartache. Down in the deep places, the places we often avoid and try to hide, the places we try to avoid. The places we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Line Series

Contributed by David Richardson on Nov 3, 2007

Prophets, missionaries, ministerial workers and teachers, not to mention just your average mature Christian, are well aware of the POWER LINE that is found in Romans 1:1-5.

Romans Series Title: The Line in the Sand Message Title: The Power Line Scripture: Romans 1:3-5 Romans 1:1 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God — 2 the gospel he promised beforehand through his prophets in the Holy Scriptures 3 regarding his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-5

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Rededicate Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 10, 2022

Regardless of your role, rededicate yourself to God’s redemptive purposes.

Recently, the New York Times ran an article entitled, “America’s Mothers Are in Crisis: Is Anyone Listening to Them?” As part of their research, they set up a “Primal Scream Line” for mothers across the country to call and leave a one-minute message. Hundreds of moms responded with shouts, cries, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian's Political Conscience

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 26, 2004

America is the greatest country in the world. We enjoy many blessings from God due simply because we live in this great country. As we approach this Election Day, the exemplar of democracy, let us examine ourselves and how we make use of this God given

The Christian’s Political Conscience Romans 13:1—7 INTRODUCTION America is the greatest country in the world. We enjoy many blessings from God due simply because we live in this great country. As we approach this Election Day, the exemplar of democracy, let us examine ourselves and how we make ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God`s Exhuberance

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Apr 29, 2002

Something new about the story of the Prodigal son?+

We`ve heard the story of the Prodigal Son so often that it`s hard to find something new to say about it. Well, I have a friend who`s full of quirky ideas which make you think. One day he asked "Who do you think was most like Jesus in this story?" - what do you think we said?..... "The Father, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Other Son

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Sep 27, 2006

To show that self-righteousness is just as evil as outright rebellion.

<Luke 15:11-31 -In this passage we usually focus on the character whom we commonly call “The prodigal son” -And for good reason -This morning, however, I want to focus on the other son -The prodigal’s brother -While he did not go and squander what the father had given him in riotous living, in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

Unity And Purpose For All

Contributed by Steven Pace on Jul 1, 2003

Unity in the body of Christ is something that is not always easy to come by. This sermon addresses the need for unity and forgiveness to all. I hope you find it useful... It has not been edited so correct the mistakes

Unity and Purpose for all Ephesians 1:1-6 One of the most powerful statements that I ever heard was that the Church is always destroyed from the inside and not the outside. It is destroyed by contention in the church. It is destroyed by self interests. It is destroyed by people that are to busy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

When Heaven Celebrates Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 18, 2010

Heaven celebrates the salvation of even one sinner. Let us understand the heart of God for the lost, treasure every person and experience the joy of reaching the lost for Christ.

[Read Luke 15:1-10] In Luke 15, Jesus tells 3 stories. * Each story speaks of something lost and then found. A lost sheep. A lost coin. And a lost son. * And at the end of each one, Jesus describes a party, a celebration. * The shepherd throws the party for the lost-now-found sheep. * The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Give Thanks For Everything

Contributed by Peter Sapp on Aug 8, 2013

In the story of the prodigal son, the older son completely missed seeing all of his own blessings because of his clouded vision towards his brother.

Luke 15:25-32 Pray I'm guessing that you've probably heard this story that Jesus is telling to the Pharisees of the day. We picked up at the very end of it, and only read that part because most of the time after hearing the whole story people start to nod off at this part and really miss the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Deeper Look: Verse 1 Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 8, 2014

A deeper look into the 1st verse of this letter...

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 01, 2014 Date Preached: July 02, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed - PM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in Jude Sermon Title: A Deeper Look: Verse 1 Sermon Text: Jude 1:1 [ESV] Introduction: 1Jude, a servant of Jesus Christ and brother of ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

What's Christmas Mean To You?

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Dec 13, 2024

You want to know something… there are as many non-Christians celebrating Christmas, as Christians. Although many people have almost forgotten what Christmas really means, there are still plenty of people young and old around the world, who have a different take on what Christmas is.

Christmas is once again upon us and people around the world are busy with their preparations for their own versions of a Christmas celebration. Christmas is a time for family reunions, for family bonding, renewing friendships, exchanging gifts and going on holiday trips. Christians around the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5, John 8:12, Colossians 1:15-27, Luke 1:68-69

Denomination: Baptist

The Father Heart Of God

Contributed by Norman Lorenzo on Aug 9, 2020

Father's Day Sermon during quarantine. God is waiting for us to return to Him!

INTRODUCTION Eph 3:18, Lubos ninyong maunawaan kung ano ang lawak, ang haba, ang lalim at ang taas ng pag-ibig ni Cristo. 1 Jn 3:1, Narito, kung gaano kalaki ang pag-ibig ng Ama. Ang sabi sa bible na ang pagibig ay hindi lang katangian ng Panginoon... Ito ang kanyang pinaka essence... Ito ang ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Parenting Priorities Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 15, 2009

We’re to teach truth intentionally, talk truth relationally and transmit truth practically.

Parenting Priorities Deuteronomy 6:7-9 Rev. Brian Bill 11/15/09 I need two volunteers this morning. I’d like one of you to make 40 little circles on the white board and I’d like the other to make 3,000 circles. When you’re finished you can sit down. Ready. Set. Go. In our series called, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven ~ Tickets Only

Contributed by Ken Durham on May 24, 2005

We all have a personal invitation to His Place.

HEAVEN Revelation 21:1-7 1: Introduction: Everything is going to Change! How many of you have planned to go on a cruise this summer or take a holiday by the sea this year? Well make the most of it because this scripture tells us that when we finally get to heaven it’s going to be very ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

God's Lost And Found

Contributed by Robert Mccracken on Mar 11, 2005

Today’s scripture lesson comes from the Gospel of Luke. We will be looking at the story of The Lost Son. This is one of many stories that Jesus told on his way to Jerusalem. Jesus used these short stories to teach the people of the day import lessons a

God’s Lost and Found Today’s scripture lesson comes from the Gospel of Luke. We will be looking at the story of The Lost Son. This is one of many stories that Jesus told on his way to Jerusalem. Jesus used these short stories to teach the people of the day import lessons about Christian life, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational