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Flip Side Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by Andrew Hamilton on Oct 26, 2002

As much as Jesus calls for complete surrender, he also makes that call of ordinary people - putting discipleship within all of our grasp

The Flip Side of Discipleship Intro Here are some actual maintenance complaints submitted by US Air Force pilots and the replies from the maintenance crews. Problem: "Left inside main tire almost needs replacement." Solution: "Almost replaced left inside main tire." Problem: "Test flight OK, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Special Ops

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 9, 2018

A study in the book of Leviticus 21: 1 – 24

Leviticus 21: 1 – 24 Special Ops 21 And the LORD said to Moses, “Speak to the priests, the sons of Aaron, and say to them: ‘None shall defile himself for the dead among his people, 2 except for his relatives who are nearest to him: his mother, his father, his son, his daughter, and his brother; 3 ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Humanity Under God's Judgment Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014

TO GRASP THE POWER OF GRACE AND WHAT CHRIST DID, WE MUST UNDERSTAND HOW HOPELESSLY AND HELPLESSLY BOUND BY SIN WE WERE BEFORE GRACE RESCUED US

Romans 1:18-32—Humanity: Under God’s Judgment 18. For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness; 19. Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them. 20. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25

Denomination: Church Of God

Compel Them To Come In

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 7, 2023

The following sermon is going to review Jesus’ Parable of the Great Banquet in hope to spur your heart on to compel the lost to come in before it is too late!

Compel them to Come In Luke 14:15-24 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 During our lives we will make many decisions that will not only affect our present but our future realities as well. While some decisions are routine and often trivial such as what to eat, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Keys - Obadiah Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Aug 14, 2023

God is our protector from those who would harm us.

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:15-16, Ephesians 4:26-27, Mark 3:4, Mark 10:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chapter Of Heroes

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jun 4, 2013

Memorial Day Weekend Sermon. Heb. 11 was not just a "FAITH" chapter but a "Chapter of Heroes!"

“CHAPTER OF HEROES!” INTRODUCTION: What is a “HERO?” I’m told that “BRAVERY” is “GRACE UNDER FIRE!” I’m told that “BRAVERY” is a person “WHO HOLDS ON A MOMENT LONGER THAN THE NEXT PERSON.” I’m told that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:4-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Starting Over, Second Chances & Becoming The Hero Of Our Story

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

I believe God has called you here for a purpose. He’s called you to a new way. You are not here by accident. I would like to talk with you about starting a new life.

"In February 1980, the U.S. Olympic hockey team slipped its foot into a glass slipper and walked away with a gold medal at Lake Placid, New York. Those collegians had shocked the world by upsetting the powerful Soviet team, and then they grabbed the championship from Finland while the crowd ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24, Jeremiah 29:11, Matthew 19:28-30

Denomination: Salvation Army

Faithful Soldiers

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 8, 2024

Remember that privates get medals even the Medal of Honor like Jacob Parrott and Sergeants are the backbone of the Army. Not everyone is called to be a General in the Lord's army.

2 Corinthians 10:4 (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) 5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-6, Leviticus 26:7-9, Acts 13:1-3, Mark 9:33-35, Luke 16:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Preach Even If They Won't Let You

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Feb 4, 2014

Preach Even If They Won't Let You

A sermon titled “Ministry Expectations: Christ's Calling & Sending” posted at SermonAudon.com attempts to elaborate upon the conditions under which one may publicly serve Christ. Right off the bat, the Presbyterian pastor delivering the message concluded from Matthew 10:1-16 that one ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lydia, The Seller Of Purple

Contributed by Mike Truman on Aug 17, 2004

What does it mean to say that Lydia was a seller of purple, and what did their first meeting mean to Paul?

The seller of purple We heard in the second lesson about the meeting between Paul and a woman called Lydia in the city of Philippi. And we were told that Lydia was a dealer in purple cloth. Now, on the whole I prefer modern translations of the Bible, but they let us down a bit here. The old ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:5

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Unmasking The Pharisees

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jul 22, 2009

The teachers of the law looked like men who honoured God, but Jesus saw behind their masks.

UNMASKING THE BELIEVER A rather well-built young man saw an advertisement for a job at the zoo. When he went there, he was horrified to find that the only job they had open was for somebody to play the part of a gorilla. A lot of children were coming in the next few days, and the zoo, having no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Book Of Jude: Standing Up For Truth & Speaking Against False Teachers

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 6, 2021

Jude first speaks to accountability. He warns the church to not be led astray by these false teachers, by referencing several Old Testament examples of divine judgment. God will not only hold false teachers accountable, but he will hold all people accountable.

"The year was 320 AD when an elite regiment of Roman soldiers marched across the frozen tundra of Armenia. This was the elite thundering regiment that had formed a line of defense protecting the Roman empire from the invading Persian army. But a new threat came against the roman empire, and ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:14-15

Denomination: Salvation Army

John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 4, 2020

A look at various characters in the Christmas story. This week we look at John the Baptist

John the Baptist December 5, 2020 Have you ever received a Christmas card or bought cards and the picture on the front is magnificent? Maybe it’s a picture of the Shepherds and the angels; or it’s the wise men; maybe it’s Mary, Jesus and Joseph; or a simple star piercing the darkness over the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-11, John 3:30, Luke 1:39-41

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Watching You

Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 15, 2015

The less fortunate in our society need both our natural gifts and the dignity that comes with being acknowledged. They need the gift of our friendship, and we need them as well.

When I was preparing my sermon for this morning, I couldn’t help but think of the Christmas song “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”. Now before you start thinking that I’ve been working too hard and need a vacation let me explain. There is a verse in that song that ties in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Anglican

Limits Of Human Treatments Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 29, 2007

There are severe limits on human treatments to cure what ails the soul! We must turn fully to the Great Physician for what ails ourselves and our church.

PRESCIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today Sunday AM, January 22, 2005 Rev. Todd G. Leupold II. DEALING WITH THE OBVIOUS DISEASES - 1 Corinthians 1:4 - 6:20 CANCER (Divisions in the church) - 1:10 – 4:21 2.Limits of Human Treatments ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist