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Are We Giving For The Future? Series

Contributed by Tony Miano on Feb 24, 2001

In order to give for the future we need to have a plan that has the future in mind. We need to understand the purpose for giving toward the future. And we need to keep our minds, our sights, on the promise that comes with giving toward the future.

Are We Giving For The Future? I Timothy 6:19 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church February 25, 2001 Introduction: Well, I hope you’ve enjoyed our study on giving so far. I hope it hasn’t been too painful. My prayer over the last few weeks is that we would all see giving ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:19

Denomination: *other

Saved By The Cross

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 7, 2001

In this message we will see how the cross took one thief from condemnation to paradise.

“Saved By The Cross” Charles Colson in his book Kingdoms In Conflict, tells how Back before the collapse of communism the government of Poland issued an order that all crucifixes were to be removed from classroom walls, just as they had been banned in factories, hospitals, and other public ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peace, Be Still

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Dec 3, 2000

Jesus may not always calm the storms of your life, but he will always calm you in the storms.

Peace, Be Still It was a dark and stormy night… actually, that’s not entirely true. It was a calm and pleasant day. Everything seemed to be going well. Bart had just watched his new teacher just wow the crowds with his creative and amazing stories. More and more people were coming out to hear ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making Marriage Work (Pt. 2)

Contributed by Chris Talton on Mar 19, 2004

This sermon completes the principles of marriage found in the book of Ruth. This is principles 5 through 8.

February 29, 2004 Ruth 3:1 – 4:22 “Making marriage work” INTRODUCTION A young couple decided to wed. As the big day approached, they grew apprehensive. Each had a problem they had never before shared with anyone, not even each other. The groom decided to ask his father for advice. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Entrusted With The Gospel Series

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 15, 2007

It is required of a steward that they be found worthy...how does this apply to us having been entrusted with the gospel?

Audio is at http://www.adrian.warnock.info/2006/02/stewardship-entrusted-with-gospel.htm Bible verses 1 Cor 4:1-5; 2 Cor 5:9 6:4; Ro 1:15-17;1 Peter 3:15-16; 1Th 2:4; Col 1:25; 1 tim 1:11-12; Luke 12:48 Now that we have been entrusted with the gospel what should we do? LOVE IT! LIVE IT! ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can I Live The Life I've Always Longed For? Series

Contributed by Dan Stires on Jan 18, 2007

This is the first sermon in the series of The Quest. Every believer must face the need for the Spirit-filled life. The Holy Spirit will be there to be our Guide in our spiritual walk with God.

“How can I live the Life I’ve always longed for?” Scripture Reading: John 14:15-24 Barna Recaps 2006 Church Trends, Future Directions Christian researcher George Barna has outlined what he considers his most significant findings for the year of 2006. According to Barna, the latest survey ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Guests At The Devil's Table

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 5, 2008

Participants at the Lord’s Table cannot participate at the table of demonic powers.

1 CORINTHIANS 10:18-22 GUESTS AT THE DEVIL’S TABLE “Consider the people of Israel: are not those who eat the sacrifices participants in the altar? What do I imply then? That food offered to idols is anything, or that an idol is anything? No, I imply that what pagans sacrifice they offer to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Know God's Will For My Life? Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 19, 2008

It’s only natural that we want to know what we should be doing with this thing called life… and if we discover that there is a God who created us and knows us… we want to know what we should be doing from His perspective.

From the Word… Series: You Asked For It ! How Can I Know God’s Will for My Life? Brad Bailey - May 25, 2008 Intro Continuing our series entitled… “You Asked For It” in which we have drawn topics from those submitted from all who gather throughout our four weekend gatherings. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Your Heart Ready To Listen? Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Jul 15, 2008

This passage looks at the parable of the four soils in Luke 8 - our attitudes will determine whether we hear from God and whether the Word will be received in good soil and reproduce fruit in our lives.

Acknowledgement - Rick Warren, Saddleback Church Today we’re beginning a new series "How to Hear God’s Voice". o One of the most basic claims of Christianity is that God speaks to people. All through the Bible you see the phrase, "And God said or The word of the Lord came to ……………….." o There ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

How God Talks To You

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Jul 21, 2008

Sermon looks at four ways God speaks to us: Through the Bible, church, impressions, and circumstances

How to hear God’s Voice HOW GOD TALKS TO YOU - Part 2 of 4 - Job 33:14 Acknowledgement Rick Warren o Today, we’re continuing our series on How to hear God’s Voice. Were looking specifically at how God talks to us. o When I was a teenager, in April 1966 Time magazine came out with a cover story ...read more

Scripture: Job 33:14-18, Job 33:14

Christmas Came Just The Same

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 29, 2007

How do you regard Christ: 1) Responding with Hostility (Herod), 2) Responding with Indifference (chief priests and scribes) 3) Responding with Worship (Magi)

Quote: “Every Who down in Who-ville liked Christmas a lot, but the Grinch, who lived just north of Who-ville did Not!” Although I do not poses an edgy voice like Boris Karloff, I am sure many of you recognize the line from arguably the most famous of Dr. Seuss’ books: The Grinch that Stone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Other

In Defense Of The Gospel

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 2, 2008

Paul appeals to the Jews regarding the faith.

I. PRAYER II. Introduction a. A recent study revealed that non-Christians have a very tough time understanding what Christians mean when some they use some of the phrases that the church often takes for granted. 63% of non-Christians don’t know what Christians mean when they talk about the Gospel. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God And Divorce

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 24, 2007

This sermon is the output of my research into divorce to address a situation with my congregation. (One note, in the preparation for this sermon, I’ve used several resources including some sermons posted on this website (some actual examples). I am truly

God, The Bible And Divorce Scripture: Malachi 2:10-16; Jeremiah 3:6-8; Matthew 19:9; Introduction: Before I start this message I have a favor to ask. If you have a watch on, please take it off and put it in your pocket or purse. Thanks. Last week I preached part three of my series on Pulling ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:10-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Canadian Government Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 28, 2007

Christian submission to authority: 1) the command for submission, 2) the motive for submission, 3) the extent of submission, 4) the reason for submission, 5) the attitude of submission, and the 6) application of submission.

The Motto of the Dominion of Canada is from: Ps 72:8 May he have dominion from sea to sea, and from the River to the ends of the earth! And we sing this every time we sing our National Anthem when we say: "God keep our land, Glorious and free". For the majority of Canadians today, the calling ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Other

Tragedy Precedes Triumph Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 16, 2010

A study of the book of Zechariah chapter 12 verses 1 through 14

Zechariah 12: 1 – 14 Tragedy Precedes Triumph 1 The burden of the word of the LORD against Israel. Thus says the LORD, who stretches out the heavens, lays the foundation of the earth, and forms the spirit of man within him: 2 “Behold, I will make Jerusalem a cup of drunkenness to all ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 12:1-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel