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Holiness Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jul 24, 2020

Holiness is the indispensable mark of a Christian and the church

The medical field in Britain was rocked some years ago to discover that their profession had been infiltrated by terrorists. It was discovered that attempted terrorist acts were instigated by seven medical doctors and one medical lab technician with suspected links to al Qaeda. Britain hires ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Bearing Burdens Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 24, 2020

But church can also be messy and we have to learn how to relate to our fellow family members with love and grace.

Dance Lessons: Bearing Burdens Galatians 6:1-5 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 6-21-2020 [Slide] Sitting on a Pillar Simeon the Stylite was a Syrian that was born around 390 AD, and died on September 2, 459 AD. Simeon lived near the city of Aleppo. At 16 years old, he ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Frequently Asked Question

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Oct 18, 2000

The answer to Job’s anguished question of "Why?" does not come in words but in presence.

I met Janet at a party, several years ago, the kind of combination business/social gathering where people talk shop, and network, and make superficial small talk. It’s the sort of event I usually avoid if at all possible, but of course it wasn’t always possible. Anyway, for some reason Janet ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Holy Spirit Come Home Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Sep 12, 2006

2 Chronicles chapters 14-16 record very powerful truths that must be taken notice of by the Body of Christ if she is going to enjoy God’s presence and power in His work.

Turn Your Bibles to 2 Chronicles 15:2 Title: Holy Spirit Come Home Theme: Praying for a True Revival in the Church Series: Grasping the Foundational Truths of Prayer 2 Chronicles 15:2 says, “…Listen to me, Asa and all Judah and Benjamin. The LORD is with you when you are with Him. If you seek ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 15:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Heart Like Jonathan Series

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 13, 2001

First in a series of "Heart-to-Heart Talks on Relationships," this one about friendship

HEART TALKS: A Heart Like Jonathan (Friendship) 1 Samuel 20 Long before there was a Batman and Robin, long before there was Calvin and Hobbes, long before there was Tom and Huck, Charlie Brown and Snoopy, Bert and Ernie, Ren and Stimpy, Beavis and Butthead, there were two friends whose ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:1-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mother's God's Gift

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 18, 2004

A fitting tribute to our Christian Mothers and their true likeness to the aspects of God’s very own "Agape" love.

Mother’s, A Great gift from God God’s free Gift Deserving of Respect Our Protectors in Innocence Teacher’s of God to their Children Let me start by wishing the mother’s a very “Happy Mother’s Day.” How Moms Were Made By the time the Lord made mothers, he was into the sixth day working ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

What Is In Your Basket?

Contributed by Steven Pace on Jan 12, 2006

29. What are these small gifts that I have among so many? We, with our small gifts our time, our talents and our treasures what are they among so many lost people in the world today? What difference would it make if I gave them to Jesus? There has got to

SPECIAL PREPARATION FOR SERMON – Have a medium sized basket with two Italian style loaves of bread in the basket (have the loaves showing at the top as though you were modeling it for a picture). Along with the bread hid in the bottom a large bag of M&M’s. Put this out of sight of the congregation ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Man Who Understood A Woman Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 16, 2004

Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well serves a classic example of Jesus’ compassion toward all women (and men).

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO The Man Who Understood A Woman John 4:7-26 I knew I was in trouble when my secretary giggled when she saw my sermon title. I know what the guys are thinking, “Oh yeah,…if only.” And the ladies, especially the married ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Much More

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jul 14, 2003

If earthly fathers love their children, how much more must our heavenly Father love us.

How Much More Reflections of A Father’s Heart TCF Sermon June 15, 2003 Start with a little Father’s Day humor... I’ve heard this story about Jim Grinnell. Soon after his first child, Abby, was born, one day, Laura needed to go out to get some groceries, so Jim stayed home alone with Abby for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:11, Hebrews 12:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Joy Series

Contributed by David Mcbeath on Dec 11, 2011

Jesus is the Good News of Great Joy for all People, but there are three preoccupations that keep us from experiencing Joy at Christmas: 1. Commercialism; 2. Busyness ; and 3. Family. But the 4 women of Christ's Family tree teach us how to experience the

Series: Christmas 2011, Advent Message: Surprised by Joy Topics: Joy, Christmas, Advent, Genealogy, Good News, Women, Bad Girls of Bible, Busyness, Commercialism, Family Dysfunction. Text: Matthew 1:1-6, Luke 2:10-11 Date: Dec. 11, 2011 Pastor: David McBeath INTRODUCTION Christmas is just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

Draw Near - Part Two

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 12, 2011

A sign of genuine faith in Christ is seen in the heart of the person who has a genuine longing to be in close proximity to their Heavenly Father

OPEN: - We are dealing with the issue of disconnectedness in our relationship with the Lord. And how we can draw near. This is a passage of Scripture that follows a warning James gives to his readers on the issue of pride. Every spring there is an international competition called the "Wacky ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Man Who Understood A Woman

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 5, 2013

Why do women you know go back home after the visit to the ER or the domestic violence shelter? Why does she call the police, and then refuse to press charges? Why does she go from one alcoholic to another? You have met her. Maybe someone here is her!

16 November 2005 “The Man Who Understood A Woman ” John 4:7-4:26 The title of the lesson this morning is “The Man Who Understood A Woman.” I knew that I ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-26

Denomination: Baptist

We Don't Serve A Plastic Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 3, 2013

Either Jesus molds us or else we mold a false Jesus

We Don't Serve a Plastic Jesus John 18:38-19:7 Introduction Last week, we talked about Jesus' being delivered over by the Jews to Pontius Pilate for judgment. This word "handed over" is the same Greek word used by John to describe Judas' betrayal of Jesus to the Jewish authorities. We also ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Don't Be Hoodwinked - Salvation Is A Gift Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 16, 2013

In this section of Galatians, Paul continues to explain why we are saved by grace through faith and not by works.

Introduction A. The story is told of a Sunday School teacher who was trying to help her kindergarten students learn about what saves us. 1. She asked the class, “If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale, and gave all my money to the church, would that get me into heaven?” ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

All Things New Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 30, 2015

Trust Christ with your life, and let Him get you ready for that nice, new home He is building for you right now.

Andy Stanley, in his book, How Good Is Good Enough, tells the story of a Sunday school teacher who wanted to explain to the 6-year-olds in his class what someone had to do in order to go to heaven. However, he wanted to know what the kids already knew about the subject, so he asked a few ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical Free