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The New Testament Church: Its Beginning Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 27, 2003

The New Testament Church was created by God through the preaching of the rsurrection with the purpose of proclaiming pardon to all mankind.

The New Testament Church, Its Beginning Acts 2:1-6, 37-41 INTRO.: Barton W. Stone was born Christmas Eve in 1772 in Port Tobacco, Maryland. His father died while he was still a baby. He watched his older brothers leave home to fight in the Revolutionary War. He listened to the sounds of artillery ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Devils Strategic Plan

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 29, 2002

The Devil may be a jerk, but he is a smart jerk. This sermon looks at the Devils Strategic Plan

1 John 2:18-29 The Devil’s Strategic Plan Introduction A. I’m sure that you have heard the stories that our President heard that someone might be hijacking the plane B. However, he hears this stuff all the time. C. A lot of them are just roomers D. But what if you knew for certain that is was ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-29

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

How To Succeed At Life

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Sep 13, 2002

Samuel was able to find success in his life. You can do the same if you follow the steps to success

Samuel How to succeed at life Introduction A. What if I were to tell you that you could have the most successful life B. First thing that comes to mind is what is success C. By success to I mean $$ D. Do I mean fame? E. Do I mean having a lot of material possessions? F. Living a simple ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Our Value To God

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Oct 3, 2002

We will look at 6 criteria used to determine a things value, and we will see by every standard we have great worth to God.

Our Value to God Our Value To God Many have arranged the thoughts of John 3:16 in different ways and under different headings, this is my favorite: John 3:16: God = The Greatest One So loved = The Greatest Degree the world = The greatest amount of people that He gave = The greatest ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

What's Hot And What's Not

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 24, 2004

John develops his desire of for our continued commitment by reminding us of the high quality of God’s love for us, and the recklessness of a sinful life.

What’s Hot and What’s Not? 1 John 2:28-3:10 INTRODUCTION: the Apostle John continues his general theme in these verses. He is encouraging those who are listening to his words (or in our case reading them), to continue in our relationship with Christ – to maintain a high level or commitment. John ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Of Christ

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Jun 26, 2004

The Gospel of Christ is the most important news that mankind can come to know. Paul lays out the gospel for us in 1 Corinthians 15:1-4. Let us examine this passage so that we too may know the "Good New" of our Lord Jesus Christ.

The Gospel of Christ 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 Moreover, brethren, I declare to you the gospel which I preached to you, which also you received and in which you stand, by which also you are saved, if you hold fast that word which I preached to you – unless you believed in vain. For I delivered to you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

4 Important Elements Of Prayer

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jul 8, 2004

To consider what Jesus said were important elements of our prayer life from the Lord’s Prayer Model

For SBC Philippi 7/4/04 am 4 Important Elements of Prayer Matthew 6:9-15 Primary Purpose: To consider what Jesus said are important elements in our prayer life. This is perhaps one of the most familiar passages of Scripture to us, commonly known as the Lord’s Prayer. In many churches, it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Cross Training: A Clear And Present Danger

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 21, 2005

Have you ever thought about the entire life story of John the Baptist?

CROSS TRAINING: A CLEAR AND PRESENT DANGER MATTHEW 3: 1-12 (7-10) MARCH 6, 2005 INTRODUCTION: THE PAIN OF HEALING: Now you don¡¦t have to raise your hands, but I want to ask you some questions this morning. How many of you have been to a physician/Doctor in the last 6 months? Was it a pleasant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

Contributed by Richard Jumper on May 24, 2005

A Mighty Fortress is our God has often been called the "Battle Hymn of the Reformation" but it also contains the words about our God who fights for you today against sin, death and the devil himself.

"A Mighty Fortress Is Our God" has often been called "the Battle Hymn of the Reformation." It is a hymn that is usually saved for Reformation Day, but very rarely used outside of this day. It is a tribute to it’s’ writer, Martin Luther, as one of his three greatest accomplishments. Probably ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Successful's Best Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 31, 2005

This is the 7th sermon in the series "Are You Prepared".

Series: Are You Prepared? (Revelation) [#7] SUCCESSFUL’S BEST Revelation 3:7-13 Introduction: [Have 4 “lawn chairs” set up on the stage. Have 1 facing the baptistery, 1 facing the clavinova, 1 facing the congregation, and have the other one not unfolded.] In a Peanuts comic strip, there was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

When The Honeymoon Is Over

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

A Biblical look at building a marriage that lasts.

A wedding is one thing; a marriage is another. When we think about weddings; images of soft music, rows of candles, beautiful attire and cake smashed all over the face of two newlyweds. However, every married couple realizes that the excitement of the wedding day cannot sustain a lifetime ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Call To Courage In The Lord

Contributed by Paul George on Jul 6, 2003

In chapter two we have three messages from the word of the Lord by Haggai to Zerubbabel, Joshua, and the remnant of the people for their encouragement in restoring the temple.

In this chapter we have three messages from the word of the Lord by Haggai to Zerubbabel, Joshua, and the remnant of the people for their encouragement in restoring the temple. They are told the temple they are building will in respect to the spiritual will exceed that of Solomon’s temple. In the ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9

Denomination: Holiness

I Can't Go Home Like This

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Jul 10, 2003

I Can’t Go Home Like This

I Can’t Go Home Like This Gen. 32:24,26 Who is your favorite wrestler? Today’s television wrestlers are professional entertainers -- athletes who have captured the imagination of Americans of all generations. Though their names change from generation to generation television wrestlers, complete ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-26

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Reasons Why Going To Church Is A Big Deal (Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003

Jesus is working through His church to bring salvation to a lost generation.

Seven Reasons Why Going To Church Is A Big Deal 3 Part Series (2 of 3) June 29, 2003 Chester, FBC Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Excuses abound for not attending church. a The Tenth Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia ran an ad targeted for excuse-prone ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Eleven Ways Jesus Taught About Faith Affecting Perspective

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 27, 2004

Jesus knew not to get discouraged when many refuse to believe and see the truth. John wrote, "Even after Jesus had done all these miraculous signs in their presence, they still would not believe in him.

Eleven Ways Jesus Taught about Faith Affecting Perspective (John 20:15-31) Illustration: Recently, many of us at Trinity College of Florida prayed for deliverance, protection and shelter from the four powerful hurricanes and each time God proved Himself to be a shelter in the time of storm. It ...read more

Scripture: John 20:15-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational