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He Leads Us

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Apr 19, 2003

based on 49 ratings

| 5,798 views

Examining why we don’t want to be led by God

Psalm 23:1-6 1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, 3 he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Surely This Was The Son Of God (Whose Line Is It?) Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 27, 2003

based on 114 ratings

| 26,202 views

Something happened the day Jesus was crucified that turned a callous Roman Centurion into a worshipper at the cross. It was something he "saw" and something he "heard." But what?

OPEN: Years ago when I was in Bible college, a movie premiered in the movie theatres that some friends of mine and I wanted to attend. What struck me as I watched, were the powerful images of Christianity in the movie. The movie? It was called "The Poseidon Adventure." How many of you have seen ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Healing For Calloused Hearts Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Apr 28, 2003

based on 99 ratings

| 12,785 views

Jesus wants to produce life in you and through you. His number one desire is healing the one thing that can stop you—a calloused heart.

Healing for Calloused Hearts Matthew 13:1-23 Pastor Jim Luthy Let’s try a few riddles from justriddlesandmore.com. Write down your answers and I’ll give the solutions at the end. 1. Cathy has six pairs of black gloves and six pairs of brown gloves in her drawer. In complete darkness, how many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23, Ezekiel 11:17-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Developing Longsuffering”

Contributed by Matt Kyzer on Apr 30, 2003

based on 114 ratings

| 18,372 views

Correct me if I am wrong, but everyone wants to “Develop Joy” right? And not to many of us would pass on the opportunity to live a life of “Peace”, however it’s this fourth characteristic that many have trouble developing within their Christian characte

“Developing Longsuffering” Job1:1ff Introduction: I pray that everyone is getting something out of this series on “Developing Character”. I hope that we are not just warming a pew, listening to good music, and leaving here unchallenged. My desire is that each one of us would take seriously the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism - Where We Have Been Forgetful Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on May 4, 2003

based on 100 ratings

| 7,320 views

Last in my Baptism series. This sermon serves as a reminder of our baptisms.

I love the story about the older couple that had trouble remembering common, day-to-day things. They both decided that they would write down requests the other had, and so try to avoid forgetting. One evening the wife asked if the husband would like anything. He replied, “Yes. I’d like a large ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Not To Do When Low Series

Contributed by John Telgren on May 6, 2003

based on 6 ratings

| 5,286 views

If you get into the spiritual lows, among the things you should not do is get angry and play the blaming game. Another thing you should not do is get comfortable with it.

I don’t feel in touch with God anymore. I have to drag myself and my family to worship. We have been coming less and less. I feel apathetic about my Lord. I rarely pray. I hardly ever read my Bible or anything else that might stimulate my spirituality. I always seem to be unhappy with the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1-7, Genesis 16:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lord, I Want To Be Holy

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on May 18, 2003

based on 38 ratings

| 12,506 views

Thesis: Because God is Holy, we who have come to Christ have been set apart from sin and set apart to God as a people of distinction and a people of difference. Therefore, we need to pursue holiness.

Lord, I Want To Be Holy Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 1:14 – 16 Thesis: Because God is Holy, we who have come to Christ have been set apart from sin and set apart to God as a people of distinction and a people of difference. Therefore, we need to pursue holiness. Introduction A Man was sitting in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Miss The Mark

Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 22, 2003

based on 47 ratings

| 23,517 views

The only way I can miss the mark is if my attention is drawn away from the mark. If my attention and my focus is constantly on the mark there’s no way I can miss it. But if something takes my attention off the mark there is that possibility that I could

Paul says in verse 12 of Philippians 3, that he had not attained everything that God had in store for him. The great apostle Paul who we revere and hold up said even I haven’t attained everything that God has for me. But I press on everyday that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14, James 1:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Commit To Grow Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Nov 11, 2004

based on 32 ratings

| 7,115 views

A stewardship series, sermon number 2. This message takes a look at how materialism destroys our faith.

Commit to Grow Pastor Glenn Newton Oct. 10, 2004 (Read Psalm 37:1-9.) Commit everything you do to the Lord. Trust him, and he will help you (nlt). Introduction Legendary comedian Jack Benny was well known for his portrayal of stinginess—By the way, is there anyone under 45 who knows who I’m ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Pick Up Some Extra Stones

Contributed by James May on Nov 14, 2004

based on 70 ratings

| 13,952 views

David’s 5 stones represented the future victories over the enemies of Israel by the power of the "Rock" in his life. Let us carry some extra stones for our future battles as well.

Pick Up Some Extra Stones by Pastor Jim May One of the most familiar stories found in the Bible is the story of David and Goliath. It’s a story that all of us learned in our earliest days of Sunday School, and it is still a favorite story told to those in our Nursery and Children’s Church. It ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:15-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Cultivating A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 21, 2004

based on 128 ratings

| 28,218 views

If I am going to cultivate a grateful heart, I need to change my focus: 1. From what I don’t have to what I do have. 2. From getting a blessing to being a blessing. 3. From earth to eternity.

One of the great mysteries of our culture is that we are the most privileged and prosperous people who have ever lived on the face of the earth — past and present — and yet many Americans are not happy. We have more of everything, and yet we are not content. Even when good things happen we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:15-17

Denomination: Methodist

God Dreams Over You

Contributed by Andrew Huson on Nov 30, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 4,142 views

To give an understanding of God’s dream over lives.

God Dreams Over You Thankfulness to those who gave to send a student to YC -Exciting time in the lives of many of our students -Exciting time for me (3 years I’ve seen teens saved, filled) -I was able to witness the moment that 4 of our young people went forward and with tears in their eyes ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

When God Intervenes: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 2, 2004

based on 40 ratings

| 14,959 views

The signiicance of Jesus’ birth as outlined in the Christmas song: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing

(adapted from Bob Rusell; material in intro and close orrowed from Melvin Newland) SERIES: “CHRISTMAS CAROL THEOLOGY” TITLE: “WHEN GOD INTERVENES: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” TEXT: LUKE 2:8-20 INTRODUCTION: A. I wonder what Christmas means to different people? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What We Forget About Christmas Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 6, 2004

based on 87 ratings

| 6,725 views

We all know the story but what is it we forget about Christmas?

Christmas, it’s probably the most celebrated holiday in the world. If you were to stop your average man on the street and ask him about Christmas, I’d be willing to bet that you would hear all of the essential ingredients of the Yule time. The virgin birth, Mary and Josephs trip to Bethlehem, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Conversion

Contributed by Garry Code on Feb 21, 2003

based on 15 ratings

| 6,687 views

What it means to be converted

Afternoon all Jesus said in John 3:3 I tell you the truth, no one can see the Kingdom of God unless he is born again. Being born again is to be converted, and that’s what I would like to talk about today. What is conversion? Is it as easy as simply believing in Jesus and being baptised? In the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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