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The Greatest Of These

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 21, 2002

based on 39 ratings

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Love is the very center of what it means to be a Christian. Nothing we do or have can replace it. Greater than faith, greater than hope, is love.

Notice the five things here that are empty without love: Tongues, prophecy, faith, generosity, sacrifice. Not just any kind of tongues, prophecy, faith, generosity and sacrifice, but the ultimate kind. Tongues of men and of angels. Prophecy that fathoms all mystery and knowledge. Faith that can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Would Jesus Drive A Bmw Series

Contributed by Michael Treston on Dec 22, 2000

based on 144 ratings

| 5,475 views

based around an Tony Campolo article, used to talk about good use of money

TWO DOLLAR GOD Story. When it comes to money we live in a world of contrasts on the one hand we are totally extravagant, spending money on labels, with inflated prices. While on the other one of the fastest growing shopping chains is the $2:00 shop. It would seem were happy to spend money on some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Crippled Prince

Contributed by Mike Turner on Aug 21, 2003

based on 38 ratings

| 12,570 views

This message deals with the tragedy, and triumph of Mephibosheth....the crippled prince !

The Crippled Prince 2 Samuel 4:4, 2 Samuel 9:1-13 I. The Grief Suffered. Mephibosheth had royal blood flowing through his veins. He was the Grandson of Saul the King of Israel, and the son of the heir apparent Jonathan. He was born and being brought up in regal splendor at the palace. He had ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 4:4, 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Promises Of Ephesians - Draw From The "Bank Of God"

Contributed by Jeff Leigh on Jul 23, 2005

based on 11 ratings

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A look at the encouragement and promises of Ephesians and how to draw from the "Bank of God"

The Promises of Ephesians – Draw from the Bank of God Over the last few weeks as my wife Angie and I have spoken to various people within and outside of the church – a current theme seems to be running through all our conversations. People are going through some hard times – there are some ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living In Harmony Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Feb 3, 2005

based on 70 ratings

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Unity of the church is based upon seeing the value of everyone and providing a refreshing spiritual nurishment to the body.

Living In Harmony (Ps. 133) Intro: A. In John 17 we have the priestly prayer of Jesus. In this prayer to his father he prays for his disciples. Then as the prayer begins to close, Jesus prays for all believers. Listen to the words of Christ in John 17:20-26. B. How can Christians have the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gender Roles In Worship Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 31, 2005

based on 67 ratings

| 11,321 views

# 5 in series on 1 Timothy. Deals with gender roles in the church.

“Living For Christ In A Confused and Confusing World” A Study of Paul’s Letters to Timothy Sermon #5 “Gender Roles In Worship!” 1 Timothy 2:8-12 In chapter one doctrine was the subject of consideration and his priority in chapter two is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

We Do Not Submit To Abuse

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 23, 2006

based on 10 ratings

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Wives are not called to be slaves, and husbands have no business being bullies. Insecurity drives controlling behavior, which can lead to abuse.

“We do not submit to abuse” I Peter 3:1-8 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. By this time tomorrow, nearly 6,000 women will be victims of domestic violence. As a spiritual community we are called to respond. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

The Parent Trap Series

Contributed by Jeremy Farmer on Oct 23, 2006

| 4,627 views

The bridge between parents and children is a bridge that is often burned and never rebuilt. This message will help you discover how to keep the bridge strong

Many of you parents can identify with this picture when you come home from work. You are tired, you provide for your family and you come home and see this picture when you walk in the door. You immediately begin to thank God for his wonderful gift of children, after you try and figure out what ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Necessity Of Godly Followers Series

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

based on 54 ratings

| 4,086 views

This lesson challenges followers to be who they are supposed to be.

Title: Church Relationships Lesson 2 “The Necessity of Godly Followers” Text: 1 Peter 5:5-11 Shepherds and Sheep have a Covenant Relationship. It takes both good leadership and good followship to make things run smoothly. ‒ We work together in the roles that God has placed us in order to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cycle Of Domestic Violence Pt 3 Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Dec 17, 2008

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This teaching is taken from my book “Beaten, Battered, Bruised & Blessed” (Christians Recognizing and Responding to Domestic Violence) more information can be found at www.c21c.org My prayer is it will help you in Pastoral ministry.

This teaching is taken from my book “Beaten, Battered, Bruised & Blessed” (Christians Recognizing and Responding to Domestic Violence) more information can be found at www.c21c.org My prayer is it will help you in Pastoral ministry. Cycle of Domestic Violence As you read this book many women are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 7:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Celebrate Good Times, Come On"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 25, 2009

based on 1 rating

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The Church is the best party in town.

John 2:1-11 “Celebrate Good Times Come on!” by: Rev. Ken Sauer, pastor of Grace UMC, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org This is a day of celebration!!! This is a day of new beginnings!!! We have spent the last month learning how to create a shared Vision for Grace United Methodist ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Heaven Is A City Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 24, 2013

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Heaven is our true home, a city that will reveal Paradise restored..."Salvation history began in a garden and ends in a city."

A man died and arrived at the Pearly Gates. St. Peter greeted him, then noticed the man was carrying a suitcase. “What’s in that?” he asked. The man said it was filled with gold bars. Peter frowned and told the man that this wasn’t permitted; in fact we can bring nothing ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-4

Denomination: Congregational

Who In Hell Does The Church Need?

Contributed by James Owens on Jun 12, 2007

based on 7 ratings

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Is there anyone who still believes in Hell?

“Who in Hell Does the Church Need?” TEXT: Luke 16:19-28 “There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously every day: And there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, which was laid at his gate, full of sores, And desiring to be fed with the crumbs which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-28

Denomination: Church Of God

Missions In Our Own Backyard Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Jun 14, 2007

based on 15 ratings

| 11,804 views

Some churches are so focused on overseas missions that they miss the mission field in their own backyard. Jesus said we’d be his witnesses at home as well as abroad.

Missions in Our Backyard QUOTE: Oswald Smith "The light that shines farthest shines brightest near home" Churches so focused on overseas they neglected their own mission - declined and closed! Acts 1:8 You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Angel's Perspective Series

Contributed by Curtis Rowe on Dec 11, 2007

based on 3 ratings

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The angel’s perspective on the birth of Christ reminds us of the essential nature of the incarnation.

Christmas Perspectives #1 The Angelic Appreciation of Christmas Luke 2:7-17 We hear a lot about the results of public opinion polls. Sometimes they’re interesting and informative; then sometimes you wonder, “Where do they find all these misinformed people?” and sometimes you think, “Who really ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-17

Denomination: Baptist

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