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  • Ten Pieces Of Silver And A Suit

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 26, 2017
     | 3,386 views

    Religion is cheap. Those who seek to perpetuate religion will sell the Faith for a pittance. The message calls on the faithful to distinguish between those seeking a job in the ministry and those who are appointed by God to minister.

    “Now there was a young man of Bethlehem in Judah, of the family of Judah, who was a Levite, and he sojourned there. And the man departed from the town of Bethlehem in Judah to sojourn where he could find a place. And as he journeyed, he came to the hill country of Ephraim to the house of Micah. ...read more

  • Honoring Our Spiritual Leaders Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Dec 10, 2001
    based on 136 ratings
     | 79,663 views

    Four ways to honor our spiritual leaders.

    When I was writing my dissertation last year and earlier this year I had to read over 100 different books and articles about leadership. One of the authors I encountered again and again was Dr. Warren Bennis, who teaches at leadership USC. One of the more interesting books by Dr. Bennis is called ...read more

  • Wearing Flip-Flops While Racing Against A Ferrari

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 4, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,863 views

    The Follower of Christ must gear up for a struggle. However, it is not a physical struggle; it is a spiritual struggle. Whether we want to be in this conflict or not, it is upon us because we believe the Word of God.

    “Righteous are you, O LORD, when I complain to you; yet I would plead my case before you. Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why do all who are treacherous thrive? You plant them, and they take root; they grow and produce fruit; you are near in their mouth and far from their heart. ...read more

  • Slaughtering The Innocent

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 18, 2016
     | 3,471 views

    A homily considering the choice we must make when Christ comes near.

    “Herod, when he saw that he had been tricked by the wise men, became furious, and he sent and killed all the male children in Bethlehem and in all that region who were two years old or under, according to the time that he had ascertained from the wise men. Then was fulfilled what was spoken by the ...read more

  • Getting Out Of The Pits

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Aug 16, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 8,498 views

    Even as God took David from the pit of despair, so can he stand us on solid ground.

    GETTING OUT OF THE PITS text: Psalm 40:1-3 A. Oh, how WEARINESS effects us at times. ILLUSTRATION: I can’t explain how you know for sure. I guess you have to be a preacher to understand. There’s this inner-feeling that a preacher gets when he knows that he’s DONE all that he can for a ...read more

  • God Is Working . . .through The Word

    Contributed by Greg Taylor on Jun 7, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 10,547 views

    We need a passion for the Word of God! Why? Because God is working through His Word.

    "God is working . . . Through the Word" Psalm 119:89-96 • Do you have a passion for God’s Word? If not, you cannot be all that God is calling you to be! • Having a passion for God’s word is so important - listen to what some famous individuals have had to say about God’s word: - "I am a man ...read more

  • Secrets For A Loving Happy Long Lasting Marriage

    Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on Jul 17, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,847 views

    Every one wants a happy marriage, no one marrys to divorce so what’s the secret?

    Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus so how can the two ever live together? There is no couple having completed their marriage vows that do not desire to have a loving, happy, long lasting marriage. The question is what happens to cause this dream to become a nightmare. Too often after the ...read more

  • Paul And Corinth Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 31, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,950 views

    This lesson is an introduction to a series of sermons on 1 Corinthians.

    Introduction: A. Imagine, with me, a church wracked by divisions. 1. Powerful leaders promote themselves against each other, each with his band of loyal followers. 2. Someone in the congregation, maybe one of the leaders, is having an affair with his stepmother, but instead of disciplining him, ...read more

  • Appearances Can Be Deceiving Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 7, 2009
    based on 66 ratings
     | 17,455 views

    God doesn’t judge from ouward appearance... but too often we do. What can we do to avoid that tendency?

    OPEN: How many of you have ever watched “American Idol”? (Nearly ½ the congregation raised their hands). Ok, how many of you have ever seen “Britain’s Got Talent.”? (A few hand went up) That’s understandable since “Britain’s Got Talent” is aired in Britain. It’s the English cousin of our “American ...read more

  • Study God's Word Faithfully Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 12, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,926 views

    We expect the members of the church to be growing and maturing in Christ, we expect them to be students of the Word who crave the solid food and not just the spiritual milk for faith come from hearing...

    “What is Expected of a Church Member: Study God’s Word” Introduction: Perhaps one of the things that there is the most confusion among people claiming to be Christians is church membership. Many people assume that since their name is on the church role book or because they go to church on ...read more

  • The Effects Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Mar 7, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,547 views

    God has always blessed men and women of faith. He still does today. However, God will take a people and His church as far as their faith will take them.

    THE EFFECTS OF FAITH A. FEAR is certainly prevalent in our society. 1. Saturday, a week ago, our nation marked the third anniversary of 9/11. a. Although we heard the word "TERRORISM" in newscasts and read about in newspapers, it was something that did not affect America only other ...read more

  • Spiritual Discipline Of Meditation Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 25, 2021
     | 2,929 views

    An ongoing look at Spiritual Disciplines and their benefit in our lives. Looking at Christian Meditation

    Spiritual Disciplines - Meditation June 27, 2021 Have you ever had something happen in life where at that very moment you were unable to think rationally? Sometimes, it’s those little things, little decisions, and you just feel paralyzed about what to do. And there are also those monumental ...read more

  • A Fighting Fundamentalist Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 13, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,255 views

    Labels are applied easily--some are undeserved, and some should be embraced. If we stand with Christ and His Word, we can anticipate vilification. Paul obviously expected elders to stand firming on some truths.

    “Teach and urge these things. If anyone teaches a different doctrine and does not agree with the sound words of our Lord Jesus Christ and the teaching that accords with godliness, he is puffed up with conceit and understands nothing. He has an unhealthy craving for controversy and for ...read more

  • Loving Like Christ Loved Us/Identity Check 12 Series

    Contributed by Steve Wright on Nov 21, 2014
     | 4,827 views

    Loving Like Christ

    If you have your Bible, I want you to open with me to the book of 1 Peter, and I want you to go to chapter 5. Identity Check, Part 12. It has been a long, long journey. I know. We have one more message in this series, but today, most of this Scripture is about me as a pastor and about me as a ...read more

  • What Does A New Testament Church Look Like

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Sep 9, 2011
     | 4,903 views

    Here are 16 essential characteristics of a healthy and biblically sound church.

    WHAT DOES A NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH LOOK LIKE? By Owen Carey and Eric Hanson Within Christian circles, many people have some idea of what a New Testament Church is. There is a widespread problem, however, of incomplete understanding of this. We tend to not see the whole picture that is laid out for ...read more