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When The Son Came Out

Contributed by Mark Winter on Jan 18, 2003

When the Son comes out, we discover peace, resurrection power and a commission to move beyond our church walls.

Years ago, my two sons attended a spiritual gifts retreat for children. On the way home from the campgrounds, the boys’ mother wanted to know what they had discovered. She asked our younger son, “What’s your spiritual gift, Sam?” Sam stuck out his chest and proudly announced, “Mom, my spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-49

Denomination: Methodist

What To Do While We Are Waiting? Pt. 1

Contributed by James Buchanan on Jan 17, 2004

A two-part series on discovering what God would have us do while we wait for His return.

I want to begin this morning by asking you a question: do you know what you are supposed to be doing? The question is simple enough—it’s a yes or no answer. But the implications of that answer range far beyond that. Ask a little child what he or she wants to be when they grow up, and they’ll ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hearing From God Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 15, 2005

Discover the many ways God speaks to us. Through His word, creation, situations, inwardly and in some cases audibly.

Hearing from God First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan Rev. Bruce A. Shields www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME SCRIPTURE READING Isaiah 50:4 “The Sovereign LORD has given me an instructed tongue, to know the word that sustains the weary. He wakens me morning by morning, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4

Denomination: Bible Church

What The Lord Has Done For Me

Contributed by Moises Hernandez Jr on Jul 26, 2005

As we discover just a few of the things that God has done for us our response should be full surrender to Him.

First verse of the song “What the Lord has done for me” What the Lord has done for me, I cannot tell it all. What the Lord has done for me, I cannot tell it all. What the Lord has done for me, I cannot tell it all. He saved me and washed me with His blood! Indeed we can’t tell it all but Paul ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Holiness

Trusted With A Vision Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Apr 24, 2007

Discover how Joseph was faithful to God’s call and what it means to be trusuted with God’s vision for your life.

Trusted: Lessons from the Life of Joseph Week 2: “Trusted with a Vision” INTRO: We come to the beginning part of Joseph’s life today, and it’s the part most people are familiar with – his dreams! So take your Bible and locate Genesis 37. While you’re turning there, I must tell you I don’t really ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: Wonderful Counselor Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Dec 18, 2006

Looking at the names of Jesus in Isa. 9:6, we begin by discovering how our Wonderful Counselor relates to us.

Does anyone know what their name means? Mine means “great”. Chris means follower of Christ. How did you get your name? Were you named after someone special? I must admit that there are some interesting names out there today. For the next four weeks, we’re going to be looking at some very ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Jesus Christ To Us On Valnetine's Day?

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Feb 10, 2007

When you look at the letters of Valentine’s Day, we will discover who is Jesus Christ to us on that special day.

Jeremiah 31:3 John 3:16 Romans5:8 I John 4:7-10 Topic- What can we learn about Jesus Christ on Valentine’s Day Subtopic- What is Jesus Christ to us on Valentine’s Day? On Wednesday which will be February 14th, many of us will be celebrating this holiday that is called Valentine’s Day. On ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Big Enough To Forgive Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jan 2, 2002

David discovered that sometimes personal offenses are best forgiven, not paid back by holding grudges, getting angry, or giving paybacks.

When David met Shemei the first time (2 Samuel 16:5-8), Shemei: +Kicked him when he was down. +Threw rocks at him, +Yelled at him, +Said God was judging the King, +Probably reminded David who Shemei’s dad was The second time they met (2 Samuel 19:22-23), 1. David kept his focus on God clear 2. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Answering The Call: The Life Of Samuel Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Aug 23, 2001

Discovering what it means to serve God is best illustrated by examining the commitment of those who do serve, like Samuel.

What chance for great honor does God give us? The chance to influence a group of people That’s the greatest honor God gives one of His servants We must serve if we want to honor God. God’s Servant: I Is Known as God’s Possession 1 Samuel 3:20 And all Israel from Dan even to Beersheba knew ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:3, 1 Samuel 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Last Words Of Jesus

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 29, 2002

Discover Jesus’ true understanding of God and mankind through His last words on the cross (A Good Friday Devotional)

Words from a dying man can be fearful, resentful or senile, but rarely confident. These last words from the lips of Jesus were confident. These words reflect a true understanding of God and mankind. With such understanding Jesus responded confidently on the cross. Jesus said in Luke 23:24, ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-30, Luke 23:24-46, Luke 23:46, Matthew 27:46, Psalm 2:2-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: *other

Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Mike Spain on Apr 16, 2002

Here is an informatal message on the Spiritual Gifts, their funtions, and their purpose. This message is a great Postmodern (decontructive) approach to discovering Spiritual Gifts.

(Before we started, I geve everyone a simply Spiritual Gifts test that had about 50 short questions on them and we reviewed them together) So, we’re talking about Spiritual Gifts. What they are. What they’re not. We’re going to talk about the point of these gifts. I mean, what is the point? I’m ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Exiled To His Glory

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Mar 8, 2002

Discover how to know Jesus beyond ’head knowledge.’ Read as John the Revelator experienced Him in the fullness of His glory!

I. Banished to God’s Glory! A. Text: Revelation 1:1-20 B. John, known as the “Revelator,” was banished/exiled to the island of Patmos for preaching the Gospel and his testimony of Jesus Christ. C. John the apostle, the writer of the Fourth Gospel, son of Zebedee and Salome, brother of James the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

From Our Blunders To God's Best

Contributed by Dana Chau on Nov 5, 2002

Discover the five steps to moving from avoidable major mistakes in our lives to God’s best for our lives.

This morning, I want us to look at avoidable major mistakes. For instance, many spend a great deal of time training for our career but spend almost no time in developing their marriage and family. As a result, they have weak or strained relationships with family members. This mistake is major, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: *other

Fear Not

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 7, 2006

Christ promise to bring us out of darkness into light. When we discover this we have a responsibility to share with others

- June 25, 1990 NYT - Choose to leave the light of this world to walk in darkness - Lost In a Dark Labyrinth - Gary Lutes, 37 & sons Buddy 13, and Tim, 9, of Tampa, Fla., - New Trout Cave - Smoke Hole Caves - Lost for 5 days - Violated Cave Rule - Never leave emergency pack behind - 200 ft ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

"In A Place Where Two Ways Met" Series

Contributed by Winson Butler on Apr 13, 2004

When a need for authentic worship is needed, one can find and discover the biblical answer to real worship in the following principles!

"In A Place Where Two Ways Met..." Mark 11:1-10 Introduction I. Isn’t it funny the words we use to describe what we think is real worship? When standing next to the copy machine at work we might be tempted to say to someone as we describe how the worship service ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-10

Denomination: Baptist