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"Set Me Free" Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Sep 5, 2008

We are set free by the power of God’s grace and love. Soar like an eagle and enjoy the flight the Lord has given you.

“Set Me Free” Allan H. Kircher 17 August 2008 www.planttheseedministries.org Free at last, free at last, thank God Almighty I’m free at last We’ve heard this said before and we heard this in song. But what does it actually mean? We hear it, but do we truly believe its meaning and its lasting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

New Year's Resolutions

Contributed by John Hickman on Dec 29, 2013

Recognizing the feeling of "let-down" after Christmas may mean we're following the wrong calendar. This sermon is a different take on the resolutions to Eat Better, Lose Weight and Exercise More.

(Need large Snow Globe hidden behind pulpit) For too many people this is what Christmas looks like. (BRING OUT AND SHAKE SNOW GLOBE WHILE SINGING): “You’d better watch out, you’d better not cry. You’d better not pout, I’m telling you why. Rudolph the Red-Nosed ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Charismatic

Yeast And The Narrow Way

Contributed by Richard Francis on May 19, 2007

This is about the yeast of the Holy Spirit working in us, making us more like Jesus, helping us to walk the narrow way between the kingdom of this earth and the kingdom of God as we strive to serve Jesus.

The woman and the yeast, the Kingdom of God is… Luke 13: verse 20 - 21 Again he asked, "What shall I compare the kingdom of God to? It is like yeast that a woman took and mixed into a large amount of flour until it worked all through the dough.“ Yeast is also referred to as Leaven Leaven was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:21-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Servant Leadership Part 11: Healing Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Mar 27, 2011

We live in a world full of wounded spirits. I am sure each one of us sitting here, has been wounded in spirit one time or the other. There has been that one time when we wished for that healing touch, bleeding internally. Servant Leaders emerge when they

Servant Leadership – Part 11 Healing I have been preaching on the aspects of Servant Leadership, for the past many sessions that I have got an opportunity here. And we are in the lent season. So I was thinking, what is the most appropriate Servant Leadership Characteristic fitting the season of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breakfast With Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Apr 24, 2020

This message digs into the conversation between Jesus and Peter. Peter denied the Lord 3 times. Now the Lord asks him a question 3 times.

John 21 – “Breakfast On The Beach” Big idea: Jesus believes in you! “We believe in God – because God believes in us!” Introduction: We all need someone to believe in us!!! Favourite breakfast.... My friend Pete and I met at Hanks Bakery every week for 12 years (Hi Donna!) Breakfast at home ? ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Knowing Christ

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 27, 2008

The joy of knowing Christ is relational, not living by a code of conduct and set of rules.

3/30/08 KNOWING CHRIST PHILIPPIANS 3:7-11 INTRO- GOOD ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Renouncing And Rebuking Bloodline Curses Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 23, 2024

Breaking bloodline curses requires recognition, identification, prayer, and a commitment to walking in freedom.

Reasons: 1. Freedom from Generational Bondage: Bloodline curses can lead to recurring patterns of sin, sickness, and struggles, affecting future generations. 2. Breaking Cycles of Dysfunction: Renouncing and rebuking curses helps break cycles of dysfunction, allowing for healthier relationships ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:7, Numbers 14:18

Gluttony Is A Lifestyle Choice

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jan 17, 2008

This sermon picks up on the problem of gluttony in the west today and exposes the pitfalls of such a lifestyle.

Proverbs 23:19 - 21 Gluttony is a lifestyle I wonder if you have seen that great scene in the the Monty python film where there is a man over indulging himself with food to the disgust of the waiter. As the gentlemen eats he’s get fatter and fatter to the point where he is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:19

Denomination: Baptist

What Will He New Year Be? Series

Contributed by Eugene Pansler Jr on Dec 21, 2016

what will the new year be

What twill the New Year be twill it be one of promise, will it one of peace, or will it be one of prosperity? What will the New Year be, (first, second, third), the New Year will be a time to: 1. Forget and Forgive the Past. What will th New Year be, it will be a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

"How To Handle Haters”

Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 12, 2006

Enimies will come and go but We should always strive to show love.

Text: I Samuel 10:26 Introduction: Last night at the New Members Fellowship Dinner I was sitting behind a group of young people and when one of them stood to introduce herself and began to talk about her accomplishments some of the others started to laugh and giggle, she turned pointed her finger ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Is Your King Hiding? Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 3, 2013

Saul's reign will be marked with insecurity and fear. From the begining he was reluctant to rule God's people and his fear defined his reign.

TEXT: I Samuel 10 Review of chapter 9: Saul was out looking for donkeys, not a throne, when he meets Samuel and is overwhelmed by the news that he, himself, is to be the king. He protests that he is unworthy, from an insignificant tribe and family. Samuel and Saul sat up all night talking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Learn To Drive Series

Contributed by Neil Lieder on Feb 12, 2007

Learn to Drive Series Intro. is the first sermon in a series encouraging personal spiritual growth starting with salvation and ending with spiritual maturity.

(Praise Team – “On the Road Again”) Learn to Drive Isaiah 43:19 Learn to drive is our theme for our Church this year. Tonight I want to show you some things that may convict you and some things that will encourage you. Jesus taught in riddles, and if you listen to this ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Soul Talk Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006

Jesus’ words on prayer in the sermon on the mount point to the promise, the problem, and the practice of prayer that feeds the soul

True Spirituality Series Soul Talk: The Power of Prayer Matthew 6:5-13 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO A little boy and his father walked along a country road laughing and talking, just having a good old time. They came across a large stone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Challenge Course

Contributed by Bret Bone on Nov 6, 2012

I wonder how each of us would score if there were a test available that could reveal … how devoted we were as a Christian… You see, on the surface most of the time it appears that things are going well & display that we’re doing a pretty good job of b

I wonder how each of us would score if there were a test available that could reveal … how devoted we were as a Christian… You see, on the surface most of the time it appears that things are going well & display that we’re doing a pretty good job of being a Christian. In ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Freedom Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 11, 2014

This message talks about the freedom God brings from the things that bind you

Freedom Isaiah 61:1-3 Today is the third Sunday of Advent, the time when the church traditionally looks for the second coming of Christ. The first week, we spoke about expectation and that God wants to do something greater than ever before in your life and the life of this church. Last week, we ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Methodist