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Three Questions About Faith Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 17, 2006

Don’t tell me about your faith; show it to me.

THREE QUESTIONS ABOUT FAITH Text: James 2:14-26 Introduction 1. Read James 2:14-26 2. Faith and works should travel side by side, step answering to step, like the legs of men walking. First faith, and then works; and then faith again, and then works again -- until they can scarcely distinguish ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Methodist

The Persecution Of The Church Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Aug 25, 2006

Persecution is inevitable. Don’t be surprised, silenced or side-tracked by it.

Preaching Series: The Tie That Binds Persecution and the Church Text: John 15:17-16:4 Introduction: A trio of old veterans were bragging about the heroic exploits of their ancestors one afternoon down at the VFW Hall. "My great-grandfather at age 13," one declared proudly, "was a drummer boy at ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Some Days There Are No Second Chances

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 14, 2006

If you are "Left Behind" you will be lost. Don’t believe the lie.

Some Days There’s No Second Chance With the popularity of the “Left Behind” series, there is a prevalent doctrine that after the Rapture folks who were nominal believers or heard the Gospel but either rejected it or just put off being saved will get another chance. This is a very desirable ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Signs Of A Cult

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 21, 2006

Don’t get sucked in. Know the truth and use the Sword!

Colossians 2:8-2:8 1. A cult worships its leader… instead of or more than Jesus. 2. A cult quotes its leader… instead of or more than the Bible. 3. A cult only believes part of the Bible. 4. A cult uses other books for Divine truth. 5. A cult requires allegiance to the leader rather than ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

It's All Your Fault Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 17, 2006

Don’t give in to sin; take authority over it in Jesus name

IT’S ALL YOUR FAULT Text: Gen. 4:1-7; James 1:13-18 Introduction A. Read Gen. 4:1-7 1. Have you ever said to God, "Forgive me, but I just couldn’t help myself!" 2. God’s response to that is "Fooey!" 3. If you do what is right, will you not be accepted? But if you do not do what is right, sin ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Methodist

"Persisting In Prayer Until They Are Saved" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 23, 2003

We must not give up on people if they don’t respond immediately.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches September 29, 2002 Persisting in Prayer Until They are Saved Colossians 4:2-6 I Thess. 5:17 INTRODUCTION: At the time Paul wrote these words he was in prison in Rome. You would think that this would have been a down time for him as far as seeing people come to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Galatians 1:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Secret Sins

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Oct 12, 2001

Committing Sins that we don’t know we’re committing.

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: SECRET SINS “FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD, THAT HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON, THAT WHOSOEVER BELIEVETH IN HIM SHOULD NOT PERISH BUT HAVE EVERLASTING LIFE. FOR GOD SENT NOT HIS SON INTO THE WORLD TO CONDEMN THE WORLD; BUT THAT THE WORLD ...read more

Scripture: James 4:17, Psalm 19:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Drinking From The Cups Of Christ

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 25, 2002

Following Jesus to places we don’t always want to go.

27, October 2002 Dakota Community Church Drinking from the Cups of Christ Introduction: Tonight I want to talk about the challenges of following Jesus even to places we may not want to go. Drinking from Jesus’ cups in our quest to follow Him. 1. Gethsemane’s Cup. Matthew 26: 36-39 36Then Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-39, Matthew 20:20-22

Denomination: Mennonite

The Biggest Mistake You Can Make

Contributed by Kevin Knudson on Oct 26, 2002

We all make mistakes, but don’t make the biggest one.

The biggest mistake you can make. Matthew 27:3-5 * I readily admit that I am a gleaner. Many of my illustrations come from outside sources and from this website. - KMK Introduction To Err is human ---wrote Alexander Pope in the 18th century In 1982 – humorist Russel Baker expressed the same ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Evidence Of True Salvation Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

Don’t be deceived by a false salvation, but look for evidence of true salvation.

#21 8-19-07 Evidence of True Salvation Introduction, 1) How do you know if you are truly saved? 2) How do you know for sure you are a child of God and going to heaven? 3) The warning of scripture; Jesus’ warnings about the day of judgment (Matthew 7:21-23), His parables of the wheat and the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Islamic Terrorists Hate America

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 9, 2009

Some people don’t want America to be considered a Christian nation.

Why Terrorist Hate America, Part 3 Oct. 25, 2009 FBC, Chester Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Our nation is based upon religious freedom, & true Christians would never force conversion upon anyone (matter of personal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

Trust God

Contributed by Robert Cox on Oct 13, 2007

I don’t always understand, but I will always TRUST GOD

PSALMS 143:8 Cause me to hear Your lovingkindness in the morning, For in You do I trust; Cause me to know the way in which I should walk, For I lift up my soul to You. 9 Deliver me, O LORD, from my enemies; In You I take shelter.10 Teach me to do Your will, For You are my God; Your Spirit is good. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:8-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Life-Changing Encounters With Jesus: The Lame Man At The Pool Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Mar 17, 2008

Don’t let religious traditions become more important that people.

The religious leaders did not ask, “Who healed you?” but rather, “Who told you to do this on the Sabbath?” They were more concerned about a broken rule than a miraculous healing. According to the Pharisees, carrying a mat on the Sabbath was work and was therefore unlawful. It did not break an ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Defeating The Opposition

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Jul 11, 2007

Don’t allow the oppositions of this world to interrupt your relationship with God.

One thing that oftentimes stops the spiritual growth, and stops the walk of many believers is the opposition that we encounter in this world. This is especially true when we receive a calling from the Lord. But, what is an opposition? An opposition is everything that looks to distance us from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Keep On Walking Series

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Jul 12, 2007

Don’t doubt that God can use you! Yes you!

KEEP ON WALKING or Step! Stop! Sink! 7/8/2007 A.M. SERMON TEXT NIV Matthew 14:22 Immediately [following the feeding of the five-thousand] Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowd. 23 After he had dismissed them, he went up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God