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Service With Love

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 9, 2022

That more excellent way is the exercise of the gifts in agapē.

St John Chrysostom Jesus seems to have had a special place in His Sacred Heart for widows and orphans. That goes back, of course, to the OT, where, over and over, the solicitude of the God of Israel for the poor and the stranger is made tangible. Of course, it is clear that by the time Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Catholic

What Faith Can Do Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 13, 2005

Today we are going to study the life of Gideon. And as we study Judges 6-8 we will see how Gideon went from being an unlikely warrior to becoming a mighty soldier in the army of God. (Judges 4)

"WHAT FAITH CAN DO" TEXT: JUDGES CHAPTER 6-8 INTRODUCTION Have you ever watched or something and either thought to yourself or said out loud (as your bottom jaw dropped), "THAT’S AMAZING," Things like: The Blue Angels performing their aviation acrobatics, a gymnast or figure skater ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sharing Christmas Greetings Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Dec 12, 2008

Vital ways God taught us to share Christmas greetings.

Ever wondered where the idea of Christmas greetings came from? Why do we greet others with “Merry Christmas” and send Christmas cards, letters and emails? The idea comes from God. God was the first Christmas greeter and He didn’t send a card or even an email to say, “Merry Christmas” to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

More Than I Deserve Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 20, 2023

Message 4 in an overview series through Philippians focusing on the theme that joy is not based on circumstances.

Since the early 1970’s there have been dozens of books and hundreds of articles written from a supposedly Christian perspective that tell us how to build our self-esteem, our mate’s self-esteem, and our children’s self-esteem. We have been assured by the supposed “experts” on human behavior that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

People Our Church Could Not Do Without

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002

There are just some people the church has to have.

PHIL. 4:1-7 "PEOPLE OUR CHURCH COULD NOT DO WITHOUT" A) Paul organized many churches and his interest in them never ceased! * This was only natural! * Some of these churches pleased him, some of them disappointed him! B) It seems that the church at Philippi was his favorite! * In the text, he ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

"The Finest Thing This Side Of Heaven”

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 8, 2002

A sermon about the 4 heroic Chaplains of the Dorchester

“The Finest Thing This Side of Heaven”, a sermon about the 4 heroic Chaplains of the Dorchester Chaplain (LTC-Ret) Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts The year was 1943. The USS Dorchester, a ship that once was a luxury liner, had been pressed into service and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Congregational

Going To The Next Level - 2

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 14, 2003

The second of two parts on why we should grow and how.

Summer, 2004 Dakota Community Church Going To The Next Level - 2 Review of last week: Philippians 3: 7-17 7But whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8What is more; I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-17, Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Mennonite

Do We Take Time?

Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Jan 19, 2007

This sermon is a challenge to our ideas of what constitutes real worship. Do we give adequate time to worship?

In the name of the LORD I welcome you to this morning’s service at Kistler’s Chapel. Are you glad to be here today? Most of the time I am grateful to be in worship service on Sunday morning. If by chance I have to miss a Sunday, my week feels unfulfilled; as if I have forgotten something vital ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Motivation: It's The Bottom Line! Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Oct 14, 2006

Christian disciples seek to live their lives for an audience of ONE. God’s opinion, God’s approval or disapproval is ultimately all that matters. The applause of heaven is the deciding factor in their life.

MOTIVATION: IT’S THE BOTTOM LINE! Matthew 6:1-18 1. A father wrote a letter to apologize to a certain young man for not allowing him to marry his daughter. The letter went as follows: Dear Marty, I have been unable to sleep since I broke off your engagement to my daughter. Will you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

The Only Means Of Revival

Contributed by Thomas Lanthrip on Nov 4, 2006

Are you weary from the daily struggles of life? Do you long for a brighter more spiritually uplifting life? There has been and currently is a lot of effort being placed on “Revival”, but the problem is in our methodology; “Revival” cannot be structured by

Quote: Lord, revive the church—beginning with me. SAMUEL M. SHOEMAKER First things first, Revival is not an evangelistic campaign, neither is it about what I can receive from Jehovah. It can be stated this way by an old statement from Teddy Roosevelt: “Ask not what my country can do for me ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 57:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

Big Days

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 12, 2007

The church is in for some BIG Days when there’s a CONVERTED MEMBERSHIP, and when CONSTANT MINISTRY and CONTINUAL MULTIPLICATION are taking place. Link included to formatted text, audio & video, and PowerPoint Presentation.

BIG Days Acts 2:41-47 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BIGDays.html Our church has had many ‘big days’ over the years. Special promotions and theme days are a fun way to boost enthusiasm and attendance. We’ve had ‘baby day’, ‘old fashioned day’, ‘pack a pew Sunday’, and ‘Friend Day.’ And lately ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

On The Edge Of Tomorrow

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2005

Looking into the unknown is our position- it’s not comfortable but necessary.

On the Edge of Tomorrow Cornwall/Montreal August 27, 2005 The unseen is a powerful motivator to human lives, normally in a negative direction. The unseen is a powerful disincentive to most of us, to our lives and to our development. As we look back at human history, almost every advance of human ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Does God's Word Taste?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 25, 2005

Some love the taste of God’s Word, others hate. The way God’s Word taste to us will determine the way we live our lives here and it will determine where we spend eternity.

“How does it taste?” If that isn’t the most asked question on cooking shows, I don’t know what is. What do you suppose is the most popular response to that question? “It tastes gross!” No, I don’t think I’ve ever heard that response before. After all, if you’re good enough to have your own cooking ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

It's All About Him Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 21, 2006

What is the meaning of life? It’s all about Him!

INTRODUCTION • If my count is correct, I have just completed the 25th funeral since moving to Auburn in September of 2000. • I have had the honor of being a part of so many families who have said good bye to their loved ones. • For me a death always begs the question concerning the meaning of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

There's Nothing Like A Mother's Love

Contributed by John Williams Iii on May 8, 2003

God takes care of us much like a mother takes care of her children.

THERE’S NOTHING LIKE A MOTHER’S LOVE Text: Isaiah 66:13 "A young, awkward boy grew up in southern California, plagued by a learning disability that in later years would be called dyslexia. But with his mother’s encouragement and admonishment, he became a strong and capable leader. Years ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:13

Denomination: United Methodist