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Vantage Point: God The Son

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 17, 2008

This is the second sermon in a series that discusses Christmas from the vantage point of the major participants in the incarnation.

Two Opening Songs Hosanna Away in a Manger Welcome and Announcements Advent Candle Lighting (as first candle is lit) : On this Second Sunday of Advent, our attention turns toward a group of biblical characters connected with the Christmas Story--the shepherds. Upon hearing the Good News of Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:20

Denomination: *other

The Third Warning: The Peril Of Spiritual Immaturity Series

Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Sep 13, 2004

A look at the third warning passage in the book of Hebrews

March 2, 2003 Hebrews 5:11-6:12 First Church of the Brethren H. Kevin Derr “The Third Warning: The Peril of Spiritual Immaturity” 11We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain because you are slow to learn. 12In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

A "Fast" Message - Fasting And Prayer

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

3 TYPES OF FASTING AND God’s 9 main purposes for fasting. Link included to Powerpoint and formatted text version.

A “Fast” Message Is. 58:6-8 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html I. Definition Fasting=a voluntary withdrawing from food and/or drink, or other fleshly appetite, for a specified period of time. 3 most basic types of fasting ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

How Does Money Affect You? Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jan 16, 2007

The greatest way for believers to decrease worry in life is to increase their faith in God.

Taking the "Stew" Out of Stewardship (Part 2 of 4) How Does Money Affect You? Key points and thoughts from Pastor Leland Patrick Matt. 6:24-34 Jan. 14, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A A man named Stumpy illustrates how money affects ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Baptist

Standing In Awe Of God - Job Chapter Twenty Three Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 10, 2007

This is a study into Job chapter tewnty three.

Job 23 - Job Can Not Find God (verses 1-9) Job Asserts His Integrity (verses 10-12) Job Stands in Awe of God (verses 13-17) 1 Then Job answered and said: 2 "Even today my complaint is bitter; My hand is listless because of my groaning. 3 Oh, that I knew where I might find Him, That I ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fiery Faith

Contributed by Lee Henry on Nov 15, 2006

The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego give us important lessons in faith.

Fiery Faith Daniel 3:16-18 President Harry Truman had a number of “sayings” that are attributed to him. On his desk was the sign, “The buck stops here.” He also said, “If you can’t stand the heat, stay out of the kitchen.” That is a saying that three men in Babylon would have understood very ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Characteristics Of Childishness And The Marks Of Maturity Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 14, 2005

The indications of spiritual immaturity and maturity

SERIES: “OVERCOMING OBSTACLES THAT OBSTRUCT OBEDIENCE” TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 3:1-23 TITLE: “THE CHARACTERISTICS OF CHILDISHNESS AND THE MARKS OF MATURITY” INTRODUCTION: A. A young boy came to his father after church one Sunday. He said, “Dad, I want to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Clash Of Cultures Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 8, 2004

God wants us to hold one another accountable to His truth, but He wants us to tolerate our cultural differences; He wants us to make every effort to do what leads to peace and mutual edification among believers.

A Clash of Cultures (Romans 14:1-23) A. Many churches are held hostage by SPIRITUAL terrorists who hold the church back in the name of being OFFENDED or claiming to be WEAKER BROTHERS. 1. If a vegetarian joins our church, should we forbid all meat at a church dinner? 2. If one person finds our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

In Tandem With God: Nothing Is Ever Too Big Series

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Aug 4, 2008

A sermon based on the feeding of the 5000 that reveals how nothing is ever too big when we live in tandem with God

Today we start a new sermon series in Tandem with God. When you hear the word tandem what comes to mind? What are some other words that come to mind? How about synergy? Working together, cooperating, partnership. Working in tandem is important and often means we receive far greater benefits than ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Benefits Of Fasting, With Prayer Series

Contributed by Margaret Olubiyi on Mar 5, 2013

Are you a woman who prays? If your answer is yes, praise God, but if you are not or you feel in your heart that you do not pray/talk to the Lord as much as you should, my prayer is after this series, you will be fired up to open that communication line wi

There is a saying "Prayer is the Key, it is the Master Key" meaning it is the key that unlocks or opens up the door to your blessings, breakthrough, etc. Today we will be looking at the benefits of integrating fasting with prayer. And so, this is a message that will be beneficial not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revive Us As Our Provider - Revive Us Part 4 Series

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 8, 2009

PowerPoint slides freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Positioning ourselves where God can powerfully revive our hearts.

Revive Us - Part 4 Revive Us as Our Provider Genesis 22:1-14 It was a warm summer’s evening in 1968. My folks had been divorced for over a year, I was seven years old, old enough to know we were in trouble. My mother, my sister and I had been trying to survive in a single run-down hotel room on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:14

Denomination: *other

A Forgiving Heart

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 24, 2014

This message from Matthew 6:12-15 explains why forgiveness is essential and practical steps that can be taken to accomplish it.

A Forgiving Heart Matthew 6:12-15 (Inspired by a message from Dan Allender) INTRODUCTION: Jesus had a lot to say about forgiveness. When he taught his disciples how to pray (in what we now call the Lord’s Prayer) Jesus said, “Forgive us our debts as we also have forgiven our debtors, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Famous Temptation Of Christ

Contributed by Judith Hand on Jan 14, 2015

The Temptation of Christ and how he overcame for us.

The Famous Temptation of Christ Luke 4 verses 1-13 relate the temptation of Jesus. Luke is very interested in showing us that Jesus was not only the “Son of God” but also the “son of man.” Our Christianity is no good and our ministry is not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

"God Is In Charge Of The Kitchen"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 3, 2011

A sermon on growing up spiritually in Christ.

1 Corinthians 3:1-9 “God is in Charge of the Kitchen” Many have noted that we live in a culture that does not want to grow up. People dread the mere idea of aging. Yet, if you just happen to be blessed to live another day, you will get older. Many parents forsake their role as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Blessings In Giving Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 9, 2011

It is a biblical principle mentioned in 2 Corinthians that if we “Give generously .... Reap generously.” However, if we “Give sparingly ... Reap sparingly.” God is no one’s debtor.

Opening illustration: Story of Crystal Jagnow … Introduction: The Bible tells us it is more blessed to give than receive. There are many spiritual laws in place for the giver. We must all learn to be givers in the right way. The Word of God says that we must be cheerful givers. We also must learn ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational