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Reset: Gear Up Your Attitude For Change Series

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Sep 11, 2015

Our lives are fundamentally changed simply by being in relationship w/ God the Father through Jesus Christ. But if the church is to continue to offer that life-transforming relationship, we have to run to the people who need relationship, love, and life.

I don’t know if there’s another story in the Bible that tells of such radical change as this story of the Prodigal Son. We will unpack the story more as we go along today, but here is this young man who, in the height of selfishness and stupidity, essentially steals his inheritance, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: United Methodist

One In Christ

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Aug 13, 2018

Like the Ephesians we live in an increasingly pagan world. Satan has provided us with lots of ,temple of Diana like, competitors. In spite of this, Like the Ephesians, Christ has made us to be His one body.

One in Christ Ephesians 2:11-21 July 22, 2018 The early church was faced with the challenge of preaching the saving Gospel to Jews and non Jews who had vastly different cultures, vastly different values, and incompatible religious backgrounds. Additionally the non Jews had few morals. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Letter To The Church At Ephesus Series

Contributed by Alan Hamilton-Messer on Jun 22, 2014

The seven churches described in Revelation 2-3 are seven literal churches at the time that John the apostle was writing Revelation. Though they were literal churches in that time, there is also spiritual significance for churches and believers today.

The letter to the Church at Ephesus Reading Revelation 1:9-11 & 2:1-7 Most Christians today will accept that we are approaching the time when Jesus will return to this Earth. Many prophecies concerning this event have happened, and the present state of the world confirms that something drastic ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Can The Dead Hear?

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jan 12, 2015

When the heart goes out of our faith, then the life goes out of our church. A vital congregation has its source in God.

Nobody wants to be a part of a dead church. Not even Jesus! In the last book of the Bible, the book of Revelation, we find Jesus speaking to the church in a city called Sardis, and you know what he says? He says: “I know your works; you have a name [for] being alive, but [actually] you are ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Preaching From Philippians #4

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

In Chapter one, Paul let these Christians in Philippi know that he wanted to come to them, but couldn’t because he was in jail.

He also wanted them to know that his being in jail might bring about his death, but if it did, they were not to let it shake their faith in the Lord Jesus. He did not want them to feel sorry for him or for themselves, because Paul let it be known that for him “TO LIVE IS CHRIST AND TO DIE IS ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Throne Of Grace Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 17, 2021

Jesus became the ‘Great High Priest’ who took on Himself the sins of the world by shedding His blood on the cross for each one of us. Since Jesus is the ‘Great High Priest’, He is now at the right hand of the Father in heaven, interceding on our behalf.

We read in Hebrews 4:14, “Let us, then, hold firmly to the faith we profess. For we have a great High Priest who has gone into the very presence of God…Jesus, the Son of God.” (GNB) We live in a world where it is so easy for us to be ensnared and in bondage to various sinful habits. Outwardly we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14

Denomination: Other

The Best Of Both Worlds Series

Contributed by Niran Seriki on Dec 15, 2020

Today, we come to an interesting but important message that centres on the last days/hours of people before their death.

Many years ago, there was a man who loved God, followed His Precepts, went everywhere with others preaching and serving God. Years passed and he began to feel tired inside, he felt he was doing too much for God and too little for himself. He started talking to friends about his planned change of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Preaching From Philippians #4

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 28, 2021

In Chapter one, Paul let these Christians in Philippi know that he wanted to come to them, but couldn’t because he was in jail.

He also wanted them to know that his being in jail might bring about his death, but if it did, they were not to let it shake their faith in the Lord Jesus. He did not want them to feel sorry for him or for themselves, because Paul let it be known that for him “TO LIVE IS CHRIST AND TO DIE IS ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Lent 2021 - Who Has Believed Our Message Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 20, 2021

Isaiah 53 is one of the most profound messianic prophecies found in all of the Old Testament and it asks a simple but convicting question, "Who has believed our message?" What message are we declaring? Is it the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth?

Who Has Believed Our Message Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Matthew 5:3-5 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13-15, Isaiah 53:1-12, Philippians 2:6-7, Luke 2:52, Luke 11:46, John 1:46, 1 Peter 3:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Choose Your Weapons

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jun 20, 2024

The battle we are in requires the right weapons. God has given us everything we need for the battle.

June 23, 2024 Text: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Title: Choose Your Weapons Welcome: Introduction: I grew up about 8 miles north of here. My Mom and Stepdad owned a country store and gas station and I grew up working there. I worked in a factory after high school and on a farm. In 1977 I started working ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Keeping Power, He’s Keeping Me By Dr. J.w.t. Spies Jude 24

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Jun 10, 2023

When we look at this text, we realize that this is the conclusion of Jude's short letter. Notice that this is a benediction, a approval and a blessing upon the believers. It is one of the most well-known benedictions by Christians all over the world.

“Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy,” When we look at this text, we realize that this is the conclusion of Jude's short letter. Notice that this is a benediction, a approval and a blessing upon ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:24

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Reloading PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023

Explores how to manifest, maintain, and maximize the Holy Spirit's gifts for the common good and the glory of God's kingdom.

Welcome, beloved family in Christ. It's a beautiful day to gather together, united in spirit and purpose, to delve into the rich tapestry of God's word. Today, we stand at the precipice of a profound understanding, ready to soak in the wisdom that has been generously given to us through the Holy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7

Topics: Manifestations, Spirit

Soaring Into The New Year PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to find renewal, rekindling, and resilience in Christ, emphasizing the transformative power of hope and trust in God's promises.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is a joy to be gathered here together, united under the banner of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here not just as individuals, but as a community, a family, bound by the love of our heavenly Father. Our focus today is drawn from the prophetic ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:30-31

Topics: New Year's, Renewal

Little Concern For ‘the Way Of Promise’ Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 10, 2015

A study of the book of Hebrews 12: 14 – 29

Hebrews 12: 14 – 29 Little concern for ‘the way of promise’ 14 Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord: 15 looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up cause trouble, and by this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Money Matters Series

Contributed by James Westervelt on Mar 24, 2002

Solomon, the richest man in the world, made this observation: "Will you set your eyes on that which is not? For riches certainly make themselves wings - they fly away as an eagle toward heaven." Prov. 23:5

"MONEY MATTERS" MONEY - it is the most important value in American society, it is absolutely essential for existence, it is one thing almost everyone wishes they had more of, it is the subject which causes more family arguments than all others combined. Solomon, the richest ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:5, James 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational