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A Big Heart Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Sep 24, 2007

We are models of God’s love to the world.

A BIG HEART John 13.34-35 S: Love one another C: Loving fellowship as a basis for evangelism Th: His power, His work – in us! Pr: WE ARE MODELS OF GOD’S LOVE TO THE WORLD. ?: How? How do we do it? KW: Qualities TS: We will find in our study of Scripture five qualities that enable us to model God’s ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

Raising The Mis-Steak

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Oct 14, 2007

Good behavior is in one sense like good manners - we practice it because we love others in the same way that God loved us.

SERMON NOTES: RAISING THE MIS-STEAK The fifty-cent word: aidiaphoria Why was meat controversial? 1. Knowledge P_uffs_____ up a. Good Manners as a weapon b. Pharisees & other Know-It-Alls 2. Love B_uilds____ up a. Love doesn’t enable sin, it defeats it b. If you love me, _you will keep my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Thank You Letter Series

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Oct 31, 2007

In writing this thank you letter to the Philippians, Paul taught us about contentment, and about the relationship in the church between givers and receivers.

Paul’s Thank You Note TCF Sermon Philippians 4 – part 3 October 21, 2007 In a cemetery stands a grave marker with this inscription: SHE DIED FOR WANT OF THINGS. Alongside that marker is another which reads: HE DIED TRYING TO GIVE THEM TO HER. The lady mentioned on the tombstone died for want of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Not About Me, And It Is

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jul 27, 2007

A Father’s Day message - fatherhood (and parenthood) is more about making me holy than making me happy

It’s Not About Me, and It Is TCF Sermon June 17, 2007 Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there. If there’s ever a day we dads can say what I’m about to say, with at least some authenticity to it, and without sounding like total narcissists, it’s Father’s Day. What I want to say is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can You Have God's Gifts Without God's Blessing Series

Contributed by Charles Jones on Sep 3, 2008

Samson demonstrated that it is possible to experience the gifts and power of God without the blessing of God. God gives people abilities to accomplish His purposes, but that in no way guarantees that they will seek to know Him or follow His ways.

When we look in the book of Hebrews Chapter 11 which is called "The Heroes of the Faith" we see where the Bible lists Samson as a hero of the faith the unknown writer of Hebrews say’s in (Heb. 11:32 And what shall I more say? for the time would fail me to tell of Gideon, and of Barak, and of ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Because God's Contracts Don't Expire Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Nov 23, 2009

Before our Thanksgiving holiday in the U.S., I was prompted at 5:30 AM Saturday morning to change my planned sermon text to consider Israel’s harvest festival. This sermon is full of details, to be avoided by those who don’t like teaching in preaching.

This sermon needs a disclaimer and it doesn’t need to be one of those bits of legalese that we see in 6 point type in a print ad, appears briefly in barely legible type at the bottom of a television screen, or is read as rapidly as possible by a radio announcer: “Offer listed is manufacturer’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-29

Denomination: *other

How The Holy Spirit Gifts Us - Part 12 Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Apr 21, 2008

Sermon looks at the gifts of miracles and healing

How the Holy Spirit Gifts Us - Part 12 What we believe series Acklnowledgements: Dr. Henry Schorr, Centre St. Church, Calgary AB oWell good morning. So great to see you. o The story is told of a young couple who had a nasty argument o And when the dust settled they decided to give each other the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

The Most Eloquent Word In History

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Aug 14, 2009

At the start of the letter to the Hebrews, God speaks the most eloquent possible Word to humankind. Several Greek words help us understand the miracle of Jesus as the Christ.

God’s Most Eloquent Message Text: Hebrews 1:1-4 Did you ever read the advertising copy or fine print about certain automobile tires? Would it ring a bell to suggest that these tires were manufactured for extra durability from the most advanced polymers? Advanced polymers—a mixture of compounds of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4

Denomination: *other

A Step That Stands Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Feb 19, 2012

Have you ever faced times that you really struggled with the things you see? Maybe it was a wicked person who seemed to have it all. Or maybe it is the injustice of a person living for the Lord and others, continuing to deal with hardship and suffering,

Steps along Life’s Journey A Step that Stands – Sermon 3 Psalm 73 What causes us to stumble along Life’s Journey Viewing life through the eyes of sin Viewing life from the perspective of Satan What enables us to Stand Firm along Life’s Journey Viewing life through the eyes of Faith Viewing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strength To Stand-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 6, 2017

2 of 11. Paul closes his direction to the Ephesian church by encouraging them to find their strength in the Lord. But where or how can God's people find the strength to stand victorious? God’s people acquire strength to stand victorious thru a distinct...

STRENGTH To STAND-II—Ephesians 6:10-20 Attention: A Palm It has strength to withstand hurricane force winds(145mph) & remain standing when all around it blows away. How?... 1)It has a flexible trunk—it can bend 50° without snapping—It is composed of interlocking bundles of wood fibers ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Becoming?

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 7, 2017

Message explores how the soul of a Christian is developed in preparation for his/her place in God's eternal kingdom. Not every Christian will have the same authority and honor, but will be given the place each is prepared for at the Judgment Seat of Chris

(Alternate title: The Formation of Your Soul for Eternity) Luke 19:11-27 11-16-14 I want to begin this morning with a rather shocking contrast: two guys in two very different conditions.i Just looking at these two individuals would you say that these two people probably made some very different ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27, Galatians 6:7-8, Luke 14:31-33, 1 Peter 2:2, Philippians 3:8-14, 1 Corinthians 3:17, 2 Corinthians 5:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 13, 2017

Paul begins with a prayer of Praise for their loyalty, faith and love, moving to a time of intercession for them to receive greater wisdom and revelation and ends on a note of thanksgiving for God's Power that is available through the Holy Spirit!

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23 Theme: Prayer Title: The Power of Prayer In this passage we see Paul praying for his readers. He begins with a prayer of Praise for their loyalty, faith and love, moving to a time of intercession for them to receive greater wisdom and revelation and ends on a note ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Your Enemy Is Going Down

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 18, 2017

In Psalm 18 David recounts some of his struggles and celebrates the victories God gave him over his adversary. This Psalm is full of encouragement for the child of God and full of assurance that we win!

Psalm 18 6/5/16 In Psalm 18 David gives testimony of God’s faithfulness in his life. He talks about some hard times that he went through. He was not exempted from those. But in the midst of that trouble, he found God to be a very present help the moment he called on Him. The title of this Psalm, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:1-50, Jeremiah 33:3, Zechariah 2:8

Denomination: Charismatic

Dear Ephesians Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 11, 2017

The first two verses of Ephesians make up the salutation. This type of salutation was the usual way of starting a letter in Paul’s day. The custom was to give first the name of the writer, then to identify the reader and finally to express greetings.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 11/7/16 Lesson 1: Dear Ephesians (1:1-2) Series: Paul's Letter to the Ephesians Ephesians 1:1-2 (NIV) 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Soul Walking

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 19, 2017

Through the narrative of the Emmaus Walk, Luke summarizes His Gospel - 1. Jesus has Risen from the Dead ( Life is now different) 2. Jesus Is Here In Our Midst (through His Holy Spirit)

Scripture: Luke 24:13-39 Title: Soul Walking Proposition: Through the narrative of the Emmaus Walk, Luke summarizes His Gospel - 1. Jesus has Risen from the Dead ( Life is now different) 2. Jesus Is Here In Our Midst (through His Holy Spirit) INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35, Psalm 116:1-4, 1 Peter 1:17-23

Denomination: Nazarene