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Let's Be A "Liberal" Church

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 12, 2002

based on 16 ratings

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A lesson on Giving. God requires us to give of our lives, time and money let us do so as God would have us to do; both cheerfully and liberally.

Let’s be a “Liberal” Church 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 Thesis: God requires us to give of our lives, time and money let us do so as God would have us to do; both cheerfully and liberally. Introduction: I. God requires us give. A. 1st we give our lives to God by faith in His son through baptism ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rejoice, Hear And Follow

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 23, 2002

based on 18 ratings

| 3,515 views

A Christmas Sermon

Sermon for 12/22/2002 Rejoice, Hear, Follow Introduction: A. Around Christmas time the post office has to hire temporary workers to deliver the Christmas cards. Business goes up for them around this time of the year. B. Also business goes up for the Card Makers. Big cash cows for them. C. A love ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A God Who Camps With Us

Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 8, 2003

based on 50 ratings

| 7,209 views

Sermon focuses on John 1:14, using the translations the word became flesh and "tabernacled" or "set up camp" with us. (Good for use in a camping setting or a location where many hearers are familiar with camping.)

Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. How many of you would call yourselves “campers”? Yes, several of our members disappear for varied weekends throughout the summer to spend time at a campsite. But let me get more specific here. How many ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, John 1:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

A Savior Is Born

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 8, 2001

based on 34 ratings

| 14,248 views

The shepherds were the first to experience the power of the birth of Christ

A Savior is Born Luke 2:8-20 Introduction A striking Christmas card was once published with the title "If Christ Had Not Come". It was founded upon our Savior’s words "If I had not come." The card represented a pastor’s falling into a short sleep in his study on Christmas morning and dreaming of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Restoring Unity

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 2, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 6,658 views

The Corinthians church had some unity issues. Paul gives them some help here in rediscovering the unity that was their’s, but that had become a thing of the past.

Passage: I Corinthians 1:10-17 Intro: There has been an atmosphere of division in our land for decades 1. abortion, fiscal policy, size of government, morals,…you name it! 2. election troubles in FL, Pres. Bush comes in under a cloud 3. but all that has changed now, and there is a spirit of unity ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

When You're Waiting For The Prodigal To Return To His Father's House

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 22, 2001

based on 364 ratings

| 13,407 views

Encouragement for the parents of prodigals.

Introduction: Listen to the following statement and consider the type of young man who would say such beautiful words: “Union with Christ imparts an inner elevation, comfort in affliction, tranquil reliance and a heart which opens itself to everything noble and great, not for the sake of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

An Unimpressive Christmas

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 6, 2001

based on 84 ratings

| 9,370 views

It is the very lack of pretense and privilege accompanying Jesus’ birth that makes him more attractive as you get to know Him.

12-20-98 INTRODUCTION Chuck Swindoll writes of a commercial venture by one of the largest department stores in the nation. It proved to be disastrously unsuccessful. Their idea was a doll in the form of baby Jesus. It was advertised as being unbreakable, washable and cuddly. It was packaged ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2, Luke 2:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Servant And A Hireling Series

Contributed by William Morris on Mar 20, 2004

based on 36 ratings

| 7,782 views

The 5th in a series of messages on the life of the Prophet Elijah

Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: I Kings 18_1-16 Title: The Hireling and the Servant Date: March 14, 2004 Introduction: After a three-year period of being hidden away from public view, first by the brook called Cherith and then at Zarephath, Elijah is brought back into the spotlight. When he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

"The Resurrection Faith"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 5, 2004

based on 44 ratings

| 9,202 views

A sermon for Easter Sunday.

Matthew 28:1-8 “The Resurrection Faith” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org When the angel spoke to the two Marys, and said “He is not here; he has risen.”… …It was an announcement that the world had changed and would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

"Going Beyond The Resurrection" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 9, 2004

based on 48 ratings

| 6,651 views

Why do we need to go beyond the resurrection in order to fulfill His purpose for our lives?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches Dr. Marilyn S. Murphree April 18, 2004 “Going Beyond the Resurrection” Rev. 1:4-8 INTRODUCTION: What do we do when the Lenten and Easter Season is over and we have eaten all of the jelly beans and peeled the last colored Easter egg? We have attended various ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Last Laugh Belongs To Christ

Contributed by Evelyn Weston on Apr 13, 2004

based on 19 ratings

| 6,816 views

Easter C: In jokes, the third person often provides the punch line. In Luke’s Gospel, Jesus raised two people from the dead, but his resurrection was different-- God’s punch line.

Please join me again in proclaiming the Easter greeting: Alleluia! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia! Among our brothers and sisters in Christ in Eastern Orthodox traditions, Easter is a time for humor. After the seriousness of Lent, and the heaviness of Holy Week, Easter is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Vbs Evangelism

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 7, 2003

based on 46 ratings

| 6,999 views

Used during our VBS to explain salavation.

God loves you guys more than anything in the universe! A. God wants us our lives to be clear of sin. a. What is sin? (Any thing we’ve done that God doesn’t like) b. Rms. 3:23 (For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.) All of us are in the same boat. (Bad news. The boat ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23

Denomination: Baptist

Make Room For The Glory

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Dec 1, 2003

based on 34 ratings

| 10,917 views

People say why doesn’t God do something to help me! The answer is simple we don’t lift our heads to the king of glory and we don’t open the door for him to come in.

WE MUST MAKE ROOM FOR THE GLORY OF GOD. Pastor Ian Johnson Papatoetoe Elim Church 7:12:2003 “Lift up your heads oh ye gates; lift them up you everlasting doors; and the king of glory shall come in.” Psalm 24:9. People say why doesn’t God do something to help me! The answer is simple we don’t life ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Favor: Walking In The Favor Of The Lord - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Dec 12, 2003

based on 45 ratings

| 13,056 views

The Favor of God is a neglected topic that robs every believer of the blessings of God.

If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Walking in the Favor of the Lord By Pastor Jerry C. Vargo ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:52

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Baptism Of Jesus

Contributed by Paul George on Dec 27, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 4,685 views

In the fullness of time our Lord Jesus came to this earth, born of a woman, under the law.

The Baptism of Jesus Matthew 3:13-17 In the fullness of time our Lord Jesus came to this earth, born of a woman, under the law. In the fullness of time our Lord Jesus appears in the wilderness where John was preaching and baptizing those who repented and turned from their evil deeds and ways. He is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Holiness

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