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Developing The Discipline Of Gratefulness

Contributed by Denise Raterta on Oct 31, 2005

Just how does one develop the discipline of gratefulness, joy and contentment, the way Paul envisioned it? Consider the following steps...

Developing the Discipline of Gratitude Thankfulness is increasingly following a lonely trail nowadays. People seem to fall more frequently into the mire of ingratitude, especially when greatly impacted by the stresses of this world. Human beings throughout history have demonstrated their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19-20

Denomination: *other

The Tree Of Life

Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 3, 2005

This is a message regarding the progression of the biblical account of The Tree of Life from Genesis to Revelation with special emphasis to Cross.

“The Tree of Life” This morning I want to talk to you about the biblical concept of “Tree of Life.” The Word of God is real; the Word of God is relevant. We came here today to worship God and to fellowship one another, but let’s also leave with something that we can apply to our life, today. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:9

Denomination: Christian Church

The Root Of Jesse

Contributed by Todd Riley on May 20, 2006

An exploration of the meaning of the 2 names of Jesus revealed in Isaiah 11-12

The Branch and The Root of Jesse Isaiah 11-12 Jesus has many names. Prince of Peace, Lord of Lords, Morning Star, King of Kings, Immanuel, Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, the Lion of Judah, Living Word, Blessed Redeemer, Bread of Life, Living water, the Rock, the light of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Life Without Beauty Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Dec 25, 2005

Christmas Day Meditation: We are inspired by Jesus to do the beautiful.

WHAT IF JESUS HAD NEVER BEEN BORN? LIFE WITHOUT BEAUTY Exodus 31:1-5 S: Jesus’ Importance in all of Life C: The essentiality of the Incarnation Th: What If Jesus Had Never Been Born? Pr: WE ARE INSPIRED BY JESUS TO DO THE BEAUTIFUL. ?: What? What are we inspired to do? KW: Creative ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 31:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Silent, No More!

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Feb 16, 2006

Christians have allowed the world to determine how we are to live and believe. It’s time we stand up and began being heard. But make sure you are not going to the wrong places and the wrong people to sound off your voice.

Silent, No More! Luke 19:40 The news continues to share with us the many stories of how this world is falling apart. How some people work to remove everything that has to do with God! You see it in our: Schools Courthouse Jobs Corporate America What should we do? *Read Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:40

Denomination: Baptist

Ghost Story

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 30, 2003

New Age philosophy is alive and pervasive. Movies are a particularly potent media for this new/old heresy.

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of faith, family and friendships. ------------------------------------------------------- And when they shall say unto you, Seek unto them that have familiar spirits, and unto wizards that peep, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 8:19, Acts 4:12

Denomination: United Methodist

The Spirit Gives Life The Flesh Profits Nothing

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 4, 2003

The Spirit initiates, creates, and give birth to new things. Replace fleshly efforts with the empowering, enabling and energizing power of the Spirit overflowing from within your heart.

The Spirit initiates, creates, and give birth to new things.(2 Cor. 3:6) "It is He who has qualified us making us to be fit and worthy and sufficient as ministers and dispensers of a new covenant (of salvation through Christ) not ministers of the letter (of legally written code) but of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Billions And Billions Served

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 30, 2006

When we come to the Lord’s table, we need to bring several things with us.

Billions and Billions Served 1 Cor. 10:14-22 June 4, 2006 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor I Introduction A Sermonspice video or signing of "How Beautiful" B Special occasions in our lives are marked by special meals 1 Birthdays, Thanksgiving, Easter, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Beware Covetousness

Contributed by Don Parmely on Sep 11, 2006

Jesus warns us in the strongest language to beware of covetousness. The inordinate desire to accumulate wealth will kill our souls.

Beware Covetousness by Rev. Don R. Parmely Text: Luke 12:13-34 I.Introduction A.We are on the eve of remembering the terrorists’ attack of September 11, 2006. 1.Do you remember where you were? 2.Do you remember your thoughts? 3.Do you remember what your church did in response? 4.Did the church ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

So Who Is Jesus?

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 16, 2006

The 2000 year old question that has puzzled the man in the street as well as theologians over the centuries is this: Who is Jesus. I like Peter’s reply!

Sermon: Mk 8:27-38 IC 17-09-06 Jesus has been the subject of much controversy down the centuries. Some people claim he never existed. Some even claim that he wasn’t a person but the code for a hallucinatory drug! Some think that Dan Brown has it right in his fictional ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Anglican

The Spirit Of Brokenness

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Mar 3, 2004

Brokenness is a spiritual condition that attracts the attention of God. Brokenness always gives us more understanding of ourselves and Him. Admittedly, we resist this process. It is hard to give up our agendas, objectives, aspirations and interests. B

The Spirit of Brokenness Pastor Jamie Wright Maranatha Fellowship Church 02-15-04 Brokenness is a spiritual condition that attracts the attention of God The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart. Ps. 34:18 I. Brokenness exposes the flame! (LIGHT) Philippians 2:15 KJV That ye may ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:18, Mark 14:3, Psalm 38:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Last Words Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 29, 2007

Exposition of Jude 24-25

Text: Jude 24-25, Title: Last Words, Date/Place: 11/4/06, AM A. Opening illustration: Thursday, December 21, 1899, after cutting short a Kansas City crusade and returning home in ill health, D. L. Moody told his family, “I’m not discouraged. I want to live as long as I am useful, but when my work ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Christ The Rock Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 31, 2007

Exposition of 1 Peter 2:6-8

Text: 1 Peter 2:6-8 Title: Christ the Rock Date/Place: LSCC, 7/17/05, AM I. INTRODUCTION A. Opening illustration: Joseph Smith—a prophet to some, and great deceiver to others. Martin Luther—a great theologian and reformer to some, and a heretic to others. Mohammed—a prophet to 1.2 billion ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

What Happens After True Repentance?

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Jun 12, 2007

This sermon deals with one scenario of what goes wrong in a Believer’s life after being born again and suggests how to live the Christian life victoriously from an Exchanged-Life perspective.

New Christians are exciting to be around. You can usually pick them out in a group. They’re the ones with the glow on their faces, ecstatic over the fact that God loves them and excited about what Jesus is doing in their lives. But somewhere down the road, the glow vanishes. What happens after ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Precious To God

Contributed by Mark Baker on Jul 2, 2007

God highly esteems our faith, it is precious and valuable to Him, so if it is precious and valuable to Him we should consider it precious and valuable as well.

We often look at things a certain way, or we may form opinions based on our own experiences. But we must know and realize God knows all things and looks at things differently than we do. He has all knowledge and the wisdom to properly use that knowledge. The things He considers important we may ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible