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Baptism: Taking The Plunge

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 17, 2004

One of the foundational doctrines of our Christian faith is the doctrine of baptism. I would like to share with you this morning that on the map to Heaven, baptism is one of the directions. I do not want you to take my word for it. I want you to listen

BAPTISM: TAKING THE PLUNGE JOHN 3:1-17 ACTS 2:36-41 ROMANS 6:1-7 INTRODUCTION... Bits and Pieces, Vol. F, #41 The Rev. Billy Graham tells of a time early in his career when he arrived in a small town to preach a sermon. Wanting to mail a letter, he asked a young boy where the post office was. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, Romans 6:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Barbecue, The Banquet And The Gospel Of Christ

Contributed by Scott Bradford on May 23, 2004

That all are invited to the Wedding Banquet, to the Feast, but will you accept the invitation and dress for the wedding?

Have you seen the commercial that asks, ”What’s America cooking up for Dinner?” (of course beef). This commercial superimposes an American idea that our favorite meal is beef. (Not arguing against it, and those connected with the beef industry would certainly applaud this commercial). Like that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Anchors In The Storm

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 24, 2004

Four anchors that can help wither the storms of life.

Introduction: A few years ago I was called to the hospital. A young lady in our church was 9 months pregnant and was about to have her baby but something was wrong. When I got there I found out that just the night before she sensed something was wrong. She went to the hospital. She had had good ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

My Redeemer Lives !!!

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Jun 12, 2006

In times of great pain, we often lose confidence that God is really there or we lose confidence in His ability to “work things out for our good” (Romans 8:28). What’s the difference between someone who experiences the redeeming power of Christ during

My RedeemerLives Job 19:1-26 Give background info on the passage Scripture Reading of first 22 verses In times of great pain, we often lose confidence that God is really there or we lose confidence in His ability to “work things out for our good”(Romans ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Miseries Of Surrendering To Temptation Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 10, 2010

We never get to the point where we do not have to resist temptation – at least while at home on earth in our mortal bodies.

The Miseries of Surrendering to Temptation (I Corinthians 10:1-13) 1. In the Spring, Marylu and I spent a day at one of our State Parks, McCormick's Creek (my personal favorite). But we could not go into the cave there because of a deadly disease that is annihilating bats. 2. This week, an AP ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Send Others! Series

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jun 25, 2010

The local church is an agency of commissioning and sending. Are we deliberately training those called to ministry and affirming them via sending at the Holy Spirit's prompting?

Series Review (Midweek): Week 1: An Encounter with the King - Have the willingness to be sent! Isaiah 6 – Having the willingness to be sent & commissioned Isaiah 6:8 – “Here am I, send me!” Week 2: The Great Commission - In obedience to the Lord, be sent and make ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Born Free

Contributed by Jason Besse on Nov 22, 2010

When we accept Christ we are born again, with all of the rights of a citizen of Heaven.

Born Free Reverend Jason R Besse 10-23-2010 Text: Acts 22: 25-29 Intro: The story we read today comes from the book of Acts. The book of Acts takes us from the Ascension of Jesus, to the day of Pentecost, where 70 were filled with the Holy Ghost in the upper room in Jerusalem, to the establishing ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:25-29

Denomination: Church Of God

Faith Fitness 3: Workout With A Partner Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 26, 2010

We are not meant to go it alone - find a partner and find power!c

FAITH FITNESS 3: WORK OUT WITH A PARTNER There is something that trainers know about working out that is also evident in almost every profession. "Pairing up with a workout buddy can dramatically improve your overall results," says Mel Joyner, a New York City-based personal trainer. We need ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Minichurch

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Oct 18, 2009

This message is for all the smaller ministries and churches out there: I hope it encourages you to know small is not a bad thing when it comes to church and ministry - God is more interested in testimonies than attendance.

God loves doing the big with the small God loves doing big things with small things. 
 A great example of that is the story of Gideon. 
 Judges 6-8 The Midianites oppress Israel for 7 years. God tells Gideon that He will use him to defeat the Midianites. Gideon is scared and doubtful ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choosing The Right Gift Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Jul 27, 2009

2nd in a series on James for summer 2009

During my undergrad years at Cal State Hayward I read about an experiment to determine if rats would seek out new places of safety when faced with danger. It involved random low-level shocks to the cage and a random "shock free" zone. After a while, instead of seeking a place that was free from the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"What You Talkin' About, Jesus?"

Contributed by Paul Ray on Aug 10, 2009

Throughout the Gospel of John you will find Jesus using simple, yet clever, analogies about wind, water, bread, wine, doors, shepherds, light, – etc. Each instance was a teaching moment - created by misunderstandings among His audience.

August 2, 2009 “What You Talkin’ About, Jesus?” John 4:7-15 / John 3:1-9 A few years ago there was a situation comedy, Diff’rent Strokes, where two cute young black boys were living, as adopted brothers, in an upperclass white family, and invariably there would come a time in each ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-15

Denomination: Congregational

The Woman At The Well Gets More Than She Ever Dreamed Of Series

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Aug 10, 2009

The Samaritan woman came to Jacob’s well to get water and got forgiveness and a whole new life --- more than she ever dreamed of, but certainly what she wanted in her heart.

I grew up in Iuka, Mississippi. Iuka used to be famous for one thing, iron spring water. In 1904 at the World’s Fair in St Louis some of the iron water from Iuka won the gold medal for the purest and best mineral water. In the late 19th century many people traveled to Iuka for the curative power of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Peace

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Dec 8, 2010

This is a Christmas message that talks about receiving God

THE GIFT OF PEACE Luke 2:8-14 Introduction I love Christmas time…it’s the most wonderful time of the year I love to listen to the old Christmas favorites and to sing along with them I love spending time with my family and remembering all the special times we’ve shared And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Is Coming! Are You Ready?

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 13, 2010

Theme is Repentance.... illustration from Shel Silverstein.... taking the garbage out.... John calls us to not "regret" but to take the garbage out of our lives.

In Jesus Holy Name December 5, 2010 Text Matthew 3:1-2,5-6 Advent I–Redeemer Lutheran “Christmas Is Coming – Are You Ready?” This past week Colleen was having several blood tests and checkups as part of her requirements for the upcoming mission trip. She ran into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

"The Real Meaning Of Christmas Is Found On Easter Day"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 21, 2010

A sermon for Christmas Eve.

Luke 2:1-20 “The Real Meaning of Christmas is Found on Easter Day” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridgeumc.com I did a funeral a couple days ago for a man I never met, and a family I will probably never meet again. That happens ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist