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Work Is Part Of The Blessing

Contributed by Shawn Raloff on Apr 7, 2007

Happiness / Joy come from knowing your true purpose in life.

Intro: Have you ever had a case of the Mondays? (Robert Frost Quote) Work is part of the blessing, not part of the curse Go ahead – get it out… Genesis 1:28 28 God blessed them and said to them, "Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish of the sea and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:28

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Portrait Of Worship

Contributed by Clarence Weaver Sr on Apr 14, 2007

We should praise God not only for His wonderful works but for the way He sustains everything He made. He is to be praised for the marvelous world He created and for the wonderful life He gives us- especially a new life through faith in Jesus.

Teacher: Elder Clarence E. Weaver, Sr. Key Verse: Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created – Revelation 4:11 DECLARATION I am a child of God, born of the Spirit of God, filled with the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For God So Loved... Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 7, 2009

Jesus told Nicodemus how great the Father’s love for him truly was.

5 Ways That God Shows He Loves You Series (Part 5 of 5) For God So Loved... Key thoughts from C. H. Spurgeon’s sermon, “Immeasurable Love” John 3:14-17 Dec. 24, 2006 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: A Opening Story B As Moses lifted up the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

“what Do You Need From God?”

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Jan 15, 2010

Often we reach the place where satan says, "Give up!" But this Dad and Woman believed...and Jesus came on the scene and touched by His Power!

“What do YOU NEED from GOD?” Mark 5:25-29 This is where it is finally won or lost, any doctor will tell you, “within.” How many times the words “hang on” have been used! Illust: When the French surrendered to General Giap and the Vietnamese at Dien Phen ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Final Truths Gleaned From Esther Series

Contributed by Larry Finley on Oct 1, 2009

Summary of Truths from Esther

TRUTHS GLEANED FROM ESTHER 9/30/09 Esther 9 & 10 1. June 24th Began our Study of Esther a. 11 sermons later we come to the end b. Chaps. 9 & 10 Summarize and Explain 1)Events – Haman’s hatred and death; Jews self defense 2) Establishes – Feast of Purim; 5 Official estb by God & this 2. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Took The Child In His Arms Series

Contributed by David Smith on Oct 5, 2009

Then they left that place and were passing through Galilee. Jesus didn’t want anyone to know it, for he was teaching his disciples and saying to them, "The Son of Man will be betrayed into human hands. They will kill him, but after being dead for three da

Then they came to Capernaum. While Jesus was at home, he asked the disciples, "What were you arguing about on the road?" But they kept silent, for on the road they had argued with one another about who was the greatest. So he sat down and called the twelve. He told them, "If anyone wants to be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Yield Of Your Life

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 27, 2009

We are the branches in His vineyard. God watches over us, and works in our lives, for the purpose of bearing more fruit. Glorifying God is our life’s purpose.

These were the parting words of Jesus, as He would soon be betrayed, to be judged and crucified. • The disciples will be separated from Him for a while, having been with Him for 3 years. He will return as the resurrected Lord in their lives. They need to stay focus and faithful to Him, to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Prodigal God - Intro To Series Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Oct 28, 2009

This series explains the gospel in a way that challenges everyone. Have you ever thought you knew something, to find out you missed the point entirely? In Jesus’ parable we historically call "the prodigal son" only half the story is typically talked about

THE PRODIGAL GOD Part One: Why a Prodigal God - Introduction of the series… Inspired by and parts based on Tim Kellers book “The Prodigal God” 1. Tell the story… luke 15: 11 Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, ’Father, give me my share of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Act One: The Younger Son Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Oct 28, 2009

A man had two sons... Luke 15 tells us the powerful salvation story of two sons. This is Act One - The younger son!

The Prodigal God Act One: The Younger Son Parts and concept Inspired by Tim Kellers book “The Prodigal God” The choice of the younger son… • Tell the story Luke 15: 11 Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, ’Father, give me my share of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Professors Or Possesors

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Nov 16, 2009

God has a high calling on the lives of his people. He has called us to great exploits for Him.

Professors or Possessors Review Last week we looked at the story of Joseph as a young man- was gifted by God w/dreams, these dreams were part of his destiny, but Joseph was also proud/arrogant in the way he handled what God had given him, his brothers sold him into slavery, in Egypt, as a slave, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-12

Denomination: Charismatic

Ministry And Money: When The Budget Wants To Bully You

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Nov 22, 2009

Discover two gems helpful to balancing ministry and money in this short sermon aimed to help church leaders stay faithful not fearful.

Pastoring in America means dealing with the dollar. It’s what we have to come to grips with in a culture where “church” has largely become a business. In fact, some shepherds tragically view Washingtons and Lincolns just as necessary, if not more, than the Holy Spirit, people, or the Bible. Which ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

You Are More Than A Conqueror

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 27, 2010

Because of Christ's love, you are more than a conqueror of all of life's problems.

Have you ever witnessed a team getting beaten very badly? Just last month, in Major League Baseball, the White Sox lost to the Twins, 20-1. Can you imagine losing by that much? How would that feel? The most lopsided loss in modern baseball history was when the St. Louis Browns lost to the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-38

Denomination: Lutheran

A False View Of Worship

Contributed by Tim Larrimore on Sep 16, 2009

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FALSE AND REAL WORSHIP.

A false view of worship Text: Gen. 22:1-19 Intro: Tell what most people think worship is. If you want to know the true meaning of a word go to the first time it is used in the bible. ( Mark 5 Different from Gen. 22) Verse 1 says after these things- what things? To know what ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

When You Need Help - Now! Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Apr 27, 2010

When you need help now Jesus is your source of renewal and healing.

“Living in a Post-Easter World: When You Need Help – Now!” Acts 9:36-43; Rev. 7:9-17 WE CAN ONLY IMAGINE! Just what will heaven be like? The Bible gives us some clues but even the clues don’t always paint a clear picture. We can only imagine. As I read the Biblical passages ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Meet Mister Encouragement

Contributed by Frank Lay on Jan 27, 2005

“When he came and had seen the grace of God, he was glad and encouraged them that with purpose of heart they should continue with the Lord.” Note two things in this verse that will help us understand why we need more people like Barnabas in the church to

MEET MISTER ENCOURAGEMENT Acts 11:19-26 As I began focusing on what to preach on Baptist Men’s Day, the Holy Spirit led me to take a fresh look at one of my favorite Bible Characters. A man by the name of Barnabas. We first encounter Barnabas in Acts 4:36, “And Joses, who was also named ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist