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A Savior Worth Serving Series

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Mar 21, 2005

While much of the world was unaware that anything special had taken place, when Jesus Christ rose from the dead it was more than just another Sunday. Because of that day we have a Savior Worth Serving. He requires selflessness, sacrifice, and service.

NOT JUST ANOTHER SUNDAY A Savior Worth Serving Matthew 16:21-27 INTRODUCTION: A. While much of the world was completely unaware that anything special or unique had taken place, when Jesus Christ rose from the grave, the world as a whole changed dramatically 1. You see, when the stone was rolled ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Treat Church Members Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 31, 2005

# 9 in a series on 1 Timothy this message deals with how the social responsiblities of the church to its members.

“Living For Christ In A Confused and Confusing World” A Study of Paul’s Letters to Timothy Sermon #9 “How To Treat Church Members” 1 Timothy 5:1-16 As we began our study of the first letter to Timothy we stated that the letter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Marriage Of Strength

Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 21, 2005

This message was used as part of a service involving the renewal of wedding vows. The focus is on the reponsibilities of the husband and the wife in a marriage.

A MARRIAGE OF STRENGTH EPHESIANS 5:21-31 Several years ago, the Saturday Evening Post published an article entitled “The Seven Ages of the Married Cold.” It revealed the reaction of a husband to his wife’s colds during their first seven years of marriage. It went something like this: ü The first ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

Imitate God Series

Contributed by Matthew Doebler on Aug 13, 2003

God calls us to imitate him.

Imitate God Preached August 10, 2003 Someone once said, “Imitation is the highest form of flattery.” Any parent knows this is true. You’re out in the garage, carefully pounding some nails in that dresser you’ve been refurbishing. As anybody with any wood working sense knows, you must be very ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

God Is Not The Thief Series

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Aug 17, 2003

What do you do when life doesn’t make sense?

SERIES TITLE: The Life God Promised SERMON TITLE: God Is Not The Thief SERMON TEXT: John 10:10 John 10:10 - The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. I remember times in South Louisiana when the fog was so dense that I ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Psalm 17 "My Life Is An Open Book" Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Aug 21, 2003

David’s life is an open book before God. He hides nothing. We sometimes try to hide things from God. We need to try to live our lives as an "open book" before God.

August 17, 2003 Title: Psalm 17 My Life Is An Open Book Text: Psalm 17:1-15 Introduction Things you should never say once without thinking twice: - It’s no trouble at all. - I love dogs. - We have plenty of room. - Call me any time. - Is there anything I can do? - My husband is a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 17:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Forward To Eternity Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Aug 29, 2003

Here is not our ultimate home. Keep eternity, our longterm home, before you.

Forward to Eternity Purpose Driven Life #4 August 23, 2003 The new cars and trucks are coming out. This is the time of year when the models for the next year are being rolled out, and this is the time of year that people who purchased or leased a new vehicle this year begin to feel unhappy with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:2, Ecclesiastes 3:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am What I Am

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 9, 2003

God saved Paul so Paul could serve God. God will do great things through those he saves.

"I Am What I Am" September 7, 2003 Chester’s First Baptist Church, Chester, Illinois I Cor. 15:8-10 Mike Fogerson, Speaker INTRODUCTION: A Have a video tape of "Popeye" saying his famous line, "I Am What I Am." B Our lesson today is entitled, "I Am What I Am" a This may be a line made ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Father's Day

Contributed by Johnny Small on Jun 23, 2004

To be a great father, you first must be a great husband.

Today we are celebrating a day honoring our fathers. Being a father is a great responsibility. What we do as a father will impact generations to come. Our children learn by watching us and they will become the type of parents that we were. Children learn by example. Prov 22:6 6 Train a child in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Message Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jun 23, 2004

The cross is the symbol of the Christian faith. It is our central message.

CSI: Easter 5 of 5 in Series The Message of the Cross INTRODUCTION A teacher’s aide in Pennsylvania was suspended for wearing a necklace with a small, one inch cross. Prior to the suspension, Brenda had been warned by her supervisor either to remove the cross or to conceal it under her blouse ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Breaking Free In The Spirit

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jul 7, 2004

Why does sin come back and revisit us? How can we be set free?

When we fail to recognize the bondage we are living in, we will never be able to break free in the Spirit and accomplish what we could through and for Jesus Christ. We are living in the times of bound generations. This is something I could talk about in late January after the rush of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:43-45

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Church With A Heart Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Sep 9, 2004

We want to be a church with a heart - which has a heart for HUMANS, a heart for HELPING, and a heart for HEAVEN. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

The Church With A Heart Acts 9:32-43 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/ChurchWithAHeart.html Aren’t you glad you’re in church today? Church doesn’t have to be a drudgery, around here it is fun and worthwhile and something we look forward to and miss when we’re not there...because this is a church ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons On How To Turn Setbacks Into Comebacks

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 20, 2004

We must cling to God even when we cannot find comfort in Him. Sermon idea & title borrowed from Eugene Pansler. Great Sermon, Brother Eugene.

Lessons On How To Turn Setbacks into Comebacks Job 13.15 September 19, 2004 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A During the loss of first baby, Kaylea, a well-intentioned deacon named Brother Allen came to the house for a visit. (Scan picture of Kaylea from my ...read more

Scripture: Job 13:15

Denomination: Baptist

How Do We Please God? - Pt 3

Contributed by Jim Kane on Oct 5, 2004

We please God when we read, believe, understand, and practice what the Bible says.

Mark Twain once said, “Never learn to do anything. If you don’t learn, you will always find someone else to do it for you.” This week has been a week of learning for every single one of us. I spent parts of four days at a seminar in Indianapolis and by the second full day had a headache from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Behold The Love Of God

Contributed by James May on Mar 6, 2005

Praise God for his love and protection from the enemy of my soul!

BEHOLD THE LOVE OF GOD By Pastor Jim May Oh how sweet it is to taste victory and to know the feeling of deliverance from the snares of the devil! What Satan meant for good, God has turned around to be a blessing. Which of us has not had to fight a battle with the devil? Not one can escape his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:2-34, Psalm 18:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible