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Are We Too Rich To Give? Series

Contributed by Tony Miano on Feb 9, 2001

This week, as we try to answer the question, “are we too rich to give,” we’ll consider our attitudes toward giving.

Are We Too Rich To Give? I Timothy 6:17 Preached By Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church February 11, 2001 Introduction: Now that we’ve finished chapter one of the Book of James, we’re going to take a break from our study of that great letter. For the next three weeks we’re going to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17

Denomination: *other

The Fullness Of Time Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 21, 2007

Was Jesus’ birth serendipity? Was there a purpose to His birth. God says that He sent His Son at the right time and for the right purpose.

GALATIANS 4:4-7 THE FULLNESS OF TIME “When the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Soul Competency: A Distorted Foundational Truth Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 21, 2012

What does "Soul Competency" mean? What are the implications of the doctrine of "Soul Competency?" A sermonic study of this neglected and distorted teaching.

“The word of the LORD came to me: ‘What do you mean by repeating this proverb concerning the land of Israel, ‘The fathers have eaten sour grapes and the children’s teeth are set on edge?’ As I live, declares the Lord GOD, this proverb shall no more be used by you in Israel. Behold, all souls are ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Plagues Continues (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 19, 2025

Death of livestock, boils, and hail

The Story of Moses : Exodus 9 The Plagues Continue (Part 3) Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 05-18–2025 9-11 A few years ago, I was subbing at the junior high with seventh grade students on September 11th. Part of the day’s lesson was to go over the events of 9-11 with the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 9:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Gifts No Certain Evidence Of Grace. Series

Contributed by Fredric Lozo on Dec 16, 2004

This Sermon is #14 from Rev. Andrew Lee’s SERMONS published in 1803 by Isaiah Thomas, Jr. at Lisbon, Connecticut.

INTRODUCTION: The entire book Andrew’s Lee’s Sermons is available free at Project Gutenberg as e-Text #15031. SERMON XIV. Gifts no certain Evidence of Grace. Luke x. 20 "In this rejoice not, that the Spirits are subject unto you; but rather rejoice, because your Names are written in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Would You Be Blind? Series

Contributed by Joe Friend on Feb 6, 2008

The message today might seem a bit harsh but Jesus spoke and we have to preach it. I admit I am more comfortable whispering repentance and shouting grace.

TEXT; MATTHEW 5:27-32 TITLE: “Would You Be Blind” INTRODUCTION: Most Sundays I am excited to preach. I’m usually fired up to prepare a message and present it. I have to admit that it’s not really the case today. The passage we’re going to study this morning is a tough and controversial ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Freedom From Religion Series

Contributed by Wade Allen on Oct 3, 2007

A challenge to avoid being Pharisaical in the church.

The Apostle Paul had an interesting style of ministry. Paul would travel to a city, get to know a few people, plant a church, then stay around as long as it took (usually a couple years) until the church was self-sufficient. Then he would pack up and move to a new city and start the process all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Putting The Marriage Puzzle Together Series

Contributed by Steve Bond on Aug 15, 2007

This is the second message in our series "Desperate Households." Our goal is to help us live more God-honoring lives in our homes.

Introduction This is the second message in our series “Desperate Households.” Our goal is to help us live more God-honoring lives in our homes. To do this, today we’re taking a close look at Ephesians 5:21-24. As I begin, I’m going to ask you to listen carefully. What I’m going to share in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Knowing Is Half The Battle Series

Contributed by Rick George on Oct 29, 2009

If we want to make it through the spiritual battle we face every day, then we need to know who our enemy truly is.

Remember the cartoon series, Peanuts? In one of the scenes, Linus and Charlie Brown are walking along and chatting with one another. Linus says, “I don’t like to face problems head on. I think the best way to solve problems is to avoid them. In fact, this is a distinct philosophy of mine. No ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 20, 2010

We co-labor and co-reign with God in the coming of His kingdom through prayer.

[Read this first verse and then just sit down and have 1 minute of silence]. 1 When the Lamb opened the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven for about half an hour. SILENCE IN HEAVEN Right now, all of us just experienced one minute of silence. And my guess is that we were all at least a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Putting To Death Our Sinful Self Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 27, 2012

The Bible deals here with some of the problems of defeated Christians. It will help us to realize that although the crucial battle has been fought and won through our death to self and our resurrection to new life, the Holy Spirit must penetrate still de

COLOSSIANS 3: 5-11 / Christ Above All Series PUTTING TO DEATH OUR SINFUL SELF Some of us would have to admit that talk about Resurrection Living is disturbing. We believe in Christ’s victory over sin, death, and the grave, but we don’t feel much like conquerors ourselves. We ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Speak In Tongues?

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Apr 30, 2014

EVIDENCE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN PERSONS LIVES-BIBLICAL EVIDENCE OF THE SPIRIT

DO YOU SPEAK IN TONGUES? Mark 16:15-17 +ASK THE QUESTION--"Do you speak in tongues”? Just ask that question among Christians and you will get a variety of reactions. May I ask you the question--- “Is ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You My Brother? – Christian Essentials

Contributed by Robert Sickler on May 11, 2012

Humans have a propensity to resist all forms of absolute authority and this includes the absolute authority of Jesus Christ; but if you are truly wear a Christian you will have acknowledged that Jesus Christ is the King of Kings and you will have bowed yo

ARE YOU MY BROTHER? – CHRISTIAN ESSENTIALS INTRODUCTION By what right or privilege do we call one another brother? Is it because we put forth, without any reservation or secret evasion, the challenge that we know the one true God: the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob? Or is it because we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-5

Denomination: Christian Church

Praise: Recognize Who God Is Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 18, 2020

Praise: Recognize Who God Is Series: Meeting with God in Prayer May 10, 2020

Praise: Recognize Who God Is Series: Meeting with God in Prayer May 10, 2020 NOTE: The following message was share during the season of the Covid-19 pandemic...and as such... one will note some references to this being streamed from home and to the challenges such a season of being unable to meet ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

That They May Be One

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Sep 17, 2020

What is the answer to racism? How can Blacks and Whites and other people of color be reconciled?

(John 17:1 NASB) These things Jesus spoke; and lifting up His eyes to heaven, He said, "Father, the hour has come; glorify Thy Son, that the Son may glorify Thee, (John 17:2 NASB) even as Thou gavest Him authority over all mankind, that to all whom Thou hast given Him, He may give eternal ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible