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4 Types Of Christians

Contributed by Misha Zigas on Jul 8, 2005

On the parable of the sower.

Mathew 13 By Dr M Zigas 4 types of Christians We see from this scripture of St Mathew, that Jesus spoke to the crowd with parables. He spoke in parables so as to not cast pearls before the swine, so as to not lay out a step by step process, as this, due to human nature, would come under ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Angel

Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 27, 2008

when God has an important message, he sends an angel. What was so important about the message from the ’Easter Angel’?

THE MESSAGE OF THE EASTER ANGEL Mark 16:1-8 1 When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to anoint Jesus’ body. 2 Very early on the first day of the week, just after sunrise, they were on their way to the tomb 3 and they asked ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Report To Headquarters Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 21, 2011

The Great Commission Jesus left his followers is about discipleship. Making disciples, baptizing disciples, and teaching disciples the whole counsel of God is the particular way the church is to focus her efforts to glorify God.

Report to Headquarters (Acts 14:21-28) 1. Many Americans do not take honesty seriously. A boss asked one of his employees, 'Do you believe in life after death?' 'Yes, sir,' replied the new employee. 'I thought you would,' said the boss. 'Yesterday after you left to go to your brother's funeral, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:21-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living Above Mediocrity

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Mar 27, 2007

Discover the value and approach to rising above a mediocre lukewarm faith.

(As an introduction show the clip "Wholehearted" from “Facing the Giants.”) In this clip the high school football coach asks his star player, Brock, to give “his best. That movie clip represents what Jesus Christ desires from us. He wants nothing less than our best. Are you giving Him your ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

What On Earth Are We Here For? Series

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 17, 2007

The implications of the Great Commission

hat on Earth are we here for ? Rev 7:9-11 "After this I looked, and behold, a great multitude that no one could number, from every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the throne and before the Lamb, clothed in white robes, with palm branches in their hands, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gethsemane?

Contributed by J C Prince on Oct 1, 2007

There was a reason Jesus chose Gethsemane. Do you know why?

Why Gethsemane? Matthew 26:36 Then cometh Jesus with them unto a place called Gethsemane, and saith unto the disciples, Set ye here , while I go and pray yonder. Why did Jesus “Yeshua” chose the garden of Gethsemane to spend the last few hours before facing the Cross, and Galgotha? The more I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36

Denomination: *other

The Christian Home Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 7, 2016

So what kind of home are you building for your family? Is it one where God is honored, loved and served faithfully or halfheartedly?

The Christian Home Children are a heritage from the LORD, offspring a reward from him. Psalm 127:3 Deuteronomy 6:1-9 6 These are the commands, decrees and laws the LORD your God directed me to teach you to observe in the land that you are crossing the Jordan to possess, 2 so that you, your ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Church Of Laodicea

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Jan 13, 2013

This ws one of the seven churches in Asia, the last church which was in a lukewarn condition, displeasing to God.

The Church of Laodicea Revelation 3:14/22 In the book of Revelation John addresses the seven churches that are in Asia. He stating in chapter one and verse four, “Grace be unto you, and peace, from him which is, and which was, and which is to come; and from the seven Spirits which are before ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-22

Denomination: *other

A Giant From The Past

Contributed by Kyle Campbell on Jun 1, 2022

Caleb, one of the twelve spies which Moses sent into Canaan, was a very worthy man because he followed the Lord fully (Deuteronomy 1:34-36).

Introduction. There are many Old Testament people that are distinguished by imperfections such as Samson, Solomon, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and Aaron. Yet there are a few whose lives were exceptionally godly such as Enoch, Samuel, and Daniel. Caleb, one of the twelve spies which Moses sent into ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:34-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Connecting The The Invisible

Contributed by Don Schultz on Feb 5, 2005

How does one connect to the Invisible God? Peter tells us how, in this sermon.

2 Peter 1:16-19 CONNECTING TO THE INVISIBLE Last Sunday, the big thing in the news was that the people of Iraq voted. What gave them the confidence to vote? Up until that day, they were told by some of their fellow countrymen that if they voted, they would be blown up. They were being ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-19

Denomination: Lutheran

What Does God Think About Abortion? Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jun 19, 2004

First in a series addressing current topics. This sermon addresses abortion.

WHAT DOES GOD THINK ABOUT Part 1: ABORTION “Hoof-and-mouth disease is the scourge of the cattle industry, and an outbreak can decimate herds very quickly. Therefore, when the disease hit one cattle area a few years ago, authorities clamped on a strict quarantine to isolate and control the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5, Exodus 20:13

Denomination: Baptist

Our Purpose: Witness Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2006

As the body of Christ, we witness because Jesus has commanded us, empowered us, and wants to use us.

Our Purpose: Witness Text: Matt. 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Rom. 10:14-15 Introduction 1. Read Matt. 28:18-20 2. Illustration: A man was talking with a friend about a statement another friend had written. He said, "I think it is a beautiful statement. I like the adjectives he uses, but I also want ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Methodist

God Dwells With Us

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Dec 13, 2012

Have we ever asked Where is God? The answer is simple. He dwells with us.

God Dwells With Us Many of you would have read the book “Where is God when it Hurts”, by Philip Yancey. This morning, I want to do some thing unconventional and start my sermon by reading from Yancey’s book. After carefully and systematically analyzing the issue of pain and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Long Oh Lord!?

Contributed by Keith Edwards on Apr 27, 2002

Many of us are asking the same question David asked - How Long?

"How Long, Oh God?" April 28, 2002 AM Psalms 13 A. I suspect that there are several here today that are asking the same question David asked. 1. How long will I have to tolerate this? 2. How long will God let this happen in my life? 3. How long before I get my breakthrough? B. David sits in ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

If

Contributed by Dr. Wheeler Jones on Oct 1, 2004

I have a very Delicious and sustaining memory of the time she was associated with this church. Mother Mayfield loved the church. This soldier possessed a deep and abiding committment to our Lord. Her love was evidenced by the multiple obstacles she con

Job 14:14 If a man die, shall he live again? all the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come. "IF" Has this world been so kind to you that you should leave with regret? There are better things ahead than any we leave behind. ~ C. S. Lewis ~ I am thankful for the life of Sis. ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1-14

Denomination: Church Of God