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Fireproof Your Life: Never Leave Your Heritage Behind, Especially In A Fire

Contributed by Michael Catt on Sep 16, 2008

There are eternal truths within Psalm 33 that should cause us to examine where we are as a nation. Are we giving our children the kind of land our forefathers fought to give us?

"Let all the earth fear the Lord; let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of Him. For He spoke, and it was done; He commanded, and it stood fast. The Lord nullifies the counsel of the nations; He frustrates the plans of the peoples. The counsel of the Lord stands forever, the plans of His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:8-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

High Expectations Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 22, 2008

There are some reasons God has and we should have "High Expectations" for life.

HIGH EXPECTATIONS Romans 8:16-25 * In 1999 the Broadman Holman Publishers released a book written by Dr. Thom Rainer entitled, “High Expectations.” The thesis of this book is that churches who expect much from their members get much. Conversely, it is true that if a church expects little, it will ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Compromise The First Step In Character Erosion Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 3, 2008

The message looks at the beginning of the erosion that takes place in Solomon’s life.

As we look upwards, it’s hard to imagine the mountains almost twice their present size – however in their infancy they were almost that large. Slowly, through the processes of weathering and erosion, the mountains have been reduced to a fraction of their original size. Erosion is happening all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love In Focus (Love In Various Relationships) Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 11, 2008

Like my glasses, Love focuses in different ways, varying in both intensity and style.

Love In Focus (topical) NOTE: When preached, I only got through half of this in 30 minutes, so I am doing part two (with some expansions) this week. 1. Affectionate Writing Can Reduce Cholesterol According to new research, writing down affectionate thoughts about close friends and family can ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Crossover

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Feb 19, 2008

What it takes to risk that next step towards the significant life.

Last week, the banner headline of the newspapers was “Stocks plunge worldwide.” Yet, some of us still risked buying stocks on that day even if the world market is down. Because of that, you even cashed in on the slump. This morning, I would ask you to take an even greater risk that would pay an ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Deadly Sin Of Gluttony Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Feb 24, 2008

Christians are often quick to condemn alcoholics and drug addicts for their sin, but the Bible also denounces gluttony as a dangerous sin against our bodies which are God’s temple.

The Deadly Sin of Gluttony --Proverbs 23:1-3, 20-21; Deuteronomy 21:18-21; I Corinthians 6:15-20; John 4:27-34 A column entitled “Lite Fare” that appeared in The Christian Reader shares this story by Sherrie Murphree of Odessa, Texas: “My husband has an almost boundless appetite for ice cream, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

Get Back On The Right Track

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 26, 2008

We can easily become complacent and lukewarm in a comfortable environment, self-deceived into thinking we are fine. The Lord reveals our true need.

This is the most popular and the most used passage among all the seven messages given to the churches in Revelation. • It is so because many people can identify with the condition in Laodicea. • This church’s experience wasn’t unique; it is common. We see that even in our own lives. • The ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Thanks For Nothing

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on Jun 10, 2008

Sometimes it’s hard to be thankful when it seems like God didn’t come through for you. Sometimes we pray for something that we would like and it doesn’t always happen the way we would like or in the time frame we would like. Sometimes we want God’s will t

Sometimes it’s hard to be thankful when it seems like God didn’t come through for you. Sometimes we pray for something that we would like and it doesn’t always happen the way we would like or in the time frame we would like. Sometimes we want God’s will to be like our will. Illustration ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary Vs. Judas - A Contrast In Attitudes

Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 7, 2008

This message covers John 12:1-10 and describes the annointing of Christ at Bethany by Mary, the sister of Lazarus. Judas exposes his greed and Jesus commends Mary’s action.

Pastor David M. Wilson Grant Avenue Baptist Church Redondo Beach, CA 90278 COMMENTS WELCOME (310) 376-7890 abimilech@ca.rr.com John 12:1-10 Introduction: Did you ever notice that some stories appear in the Bible more than once and sometimes with different details? For example, if we were to ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Oh To Be Great Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Jan 8, 2008

This message explores the God given desire to be great. Inspired by "The Seven Longings of the Human Heart" by Mike Bickle.

("Invincible" – Movie Clip from ScreenVue featuring the Philadelphia Eagles open try-out) Oh, to be great! Each and every morning, before the sun comes up, grown men punish their out of shape bodies on the basketball court at the YMCA in an effort to live out a dream of greatness. How many men, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:19

Denomination: Wesleyan

Knowing The Will Of God #3 - Through Prayer And Fasting Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Jan 29, 2008

How serious are we about finding God’s will for our lives? How serious are we about praying in order to find God’s will?

Knowing God’s Will Through Prayer and Fasting 27th January 2008 am Soon after Israel had invaded Palestine in the days of Joshua, they were fooled into signing an unscriptural peace treaty with a group of deceitful pagans. The cause for this tragic error is clearly stated in God’s Word – Joshua ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-18

Denomination: Baptist

Another Visit To Corinth Series

Contributed by Kenneth Mitchell on Jan 31, 2008

The background of Corinth, the character of the city, Paul’s association with the Corinthian church, reasons to study 2 Corinthians, and an examination of the salutation, 1:1-2.

ANOTHER VISIT TO CORINTH January 13, 2008 Series: 2 Corinthians- Strength through Weakness 2 Corinthians 1:1-2 Introduction- How many Christians does it take to change a light bulb? Charismatics/Pentecostals: Ten. One to change the bulb, and nine to pray against the spirit of darkness. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is The Holy Bible The True Word Of God?

Contributed by William D. Brown on Dec 10, 2008

Today we’re going to talk for a little while on the many truths we have showing us that the Holy Bible is the True Word of God.

IS THE HOLY BIBLE THE TRUE WORD OF GOD? PS.119: 89 +140 +160 Today we’re going to talk for a little while on the many truths we have showing us that the Holy Bible is the True Word of God. There are many books today that claim to be the Word of God. The Koran, the Islam holy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89

Denomination: Baptist

Promises To God's Faithful Servants Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 11, 2008

The Messiah has returned to bring to fruition the promises of redemption to His people. The outcome will be the exaltation of the Lord & His saved people fully appropriating His righteousness. God will fulfill all His promises to His people &

ISAIAH 61: 4-11 PROMISES TO GOD’S FAITHFUL SERVANTS [Revelation 19:6-8] The Messiah has returned to bring to fruition the good promises of redemption to His beleaguered people. His wondrous presence will draw the astute people of the nations to come to His glory. The glory of the Lord upon ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Listening To Unchristian America

Contributed by Jay Robison on Nov 1, 2007

Christianity has an image problem. What can we learn from how those outside the church see the church today. I use Jesus criticism of religious leaders to cause us to think.

I have used sermoncentral along with other resources in this message. James White’s Critical Times email was a starting point. I also referred to Kinnaman’s book. LISTENING TO UnCHRISTIAN AMERICA October 28, 2007 Jay Davis Robison MATTHEW 15:1-12 The Church in America HAS AN IMAGE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-12

Denomination: Baptist