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Funeral Eulogy

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 9, 2016

A funeral focusing on love with a strong opening and closing illustration

Walter Harris In his book, “The Case for Christ,” Lee Strobel tells of interviewing Professor of Theology and Philosophy Gary Habermas. He asked about the importance of the resurrection for Christians. Professor Habermas began answering the question theologically, but then turned ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Conversations With God

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 25, 2016

This sermon looks at prayer

Conversations with God Luke 11:5-8 Have you ever had unexpected guests? Deorick and Dennis Williams got included in a group text of two people they didn't know. The text read: “Lindsey and Mark Knox have given birth to a healthy baby boy, Carson Knox.” The couple was so busy texting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Via Dolorosa

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 6, 2017

This morning as we begin to prepare our hearts for Easter, I would like us to focus on the trudging walk that Jesus took for us to the place where He was killed. To do that, we are going to look briefly in all 4 Gospels and talk about some important Trut

THE VIA DOLOROSA GOSPEL PASSAGES #NBCCEASTER2017 INTRODUCTION… https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Via_Dolorosa The Via Dolorosa is a sacred destination and a street in Jerusalem. The words “Via Dolorosa” are Latin words which mean “Way of Grief" or "Way of Sorrow" or "Way of Suffering.” It is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-33, Mark 15:20-22, Luke 23:24-31, John 19:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Killing Lions-Doubt Series

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Apr 18, 2017

Kill the lion of doubt keeping you from God's ideal for your life.

Title: Killing Lions-Doubt Date: 7/19/15 Place: BLCC Text: John 20.24-29; James 1.6-8 CT: Kill the Lion of Doubt keeping you from God’s ideal. [Screen 1] FAS: I need a volunteer today. This person needs to know me and have faith in my honesty. Come on up. Now, you ready. I have a $20 dollar bill ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29, James 1:6-8

Denomination: Christian Church

The Fruit Of Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 9, 2021

The highest compliment the New Testament can give to a Christian is that they are faithful. It will be the greatest reward to hear Jesus say in the day of judgement, "well done thou good and faithful servant."

Andrew Carnegie was the richest man in the world at the beginning of the 20th century. His life illustrated both the positive and negative sides of the fruit of faithfulness. You would think that faithfulness would always be positive, but the fact is, every virtue can be a vice if it is linked to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

The First Sacrifice In The Bible Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 9, 2021

In God’s judgment, there is provision and mercy. What we find now in this little section of Scripture today is nothing more than amazing. In these 4 verses, we have the necessary elements for salvation. So as soon as man falls, God sets in motion the means of redemption.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD, USA www.mycrossway.org View this and other messages at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/channels/8118 We are now coming to the closing verses of Chapter 3. We started this journey in July with our series, “Beginnings.” As we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:20-24, Proverbs 19:21, 1 Corinthians 2:7, Genesis 3:15, Romans 8:1, Psalm 97:10, 1 John 3:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

The Bible, The Ultimate Story Series

Contributed by Jed Smith on Dec 20, 2021

Here at Heaven on High, we believe the Bible is God's word and we should read and study it. 2 Timothy 3:16 "All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness,"

Before we begin , we need to overview plot diagram. Exposition= The beginning of a story, Indicating event= The event that introduces the conflict. Rising Action= The events that the hero tries to solve our conflict Climax= The most exciting part of a story, the turning point Falling Action= the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

But It Did'nt

Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on May 1, 2021

The story begins in Eden and ends in Eden. The story of humanity. What chapter are you writiting.

Once Upon a time: Before time was way beyond human imagination heavenly beings lived in the presence of the Great God Almighty Jehovah. They would enjoy the company of each other. Laughter was the order of the day. Joy filled the atmosphere and every angel sang sweet songs of praise to God. But ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10, Matthew 16:13, Luke 1:26-33, Genesis 2:16, Genesis 3:1-5, Genesis 4:1-8, Genesis 6:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Adventist

The Helmet Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 26, 2021

As Christians, we are engaged in daily spiritual warfare. Heaven has not left us to fend off attacks under our own power, but has provided powerful spiritual resources for Life in the Combat Zone - The Armor of God

June 27, 2020 If you’re old enough to remember the days of LP’s, Reel-to-reel, and 8-track tapes – when there were no microwaves, child-proof medicine bottles, standardized car seats, seatbelt laws or bicycle helmets………. CONGRATULATIONS --- You survived your childhood!!! I remember: • Knowing ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Exodus Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 8, 2021

What God does on behalf of His people

March 13, 2021 My favorite thing about Exodus is a theme = “I AM who I AM”. The entire book is about what God does on behalf of His people. Even though the people, both Egyptians and Israelites, were proud, pig-headed, fickle and faint hearted, He was not constrained by their expectations or ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:7-8

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Rapture

Contributed by Michael Kerr on Oct 26, 2021

The first hours after the Rapture

The Rapture or JESUS coming back for HIS bride, or JESUS coming back for HIS Church, or how ever you want to say it, what do you believe about it? Or do you even believe in it at all? Many do believe in it, and are looking forward to the return of CHRIST, there are many that think we will be here ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Thankfulness

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Oct 30, 2021

How often do we pause to give thanks? For the little things in life but also for the most important aspect - our salvation?

Pastor Paddick Van Zyl 24-10-2021 Thankfulness Sermon Outline Scripture Reference: Psalm 100 AMP 1 Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all you lands! 2 Serve the Lord with gladness! Come before His presence with singing! 3 Know (perceive, recognize, and understand with approval) that the Lord ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thanksgiving, Christmas And Providence

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Nov 5, 2021

In the birth of our country and in the birth of Jesus we see the invisible, providential hand of God shaping nations and events in preparation for both; and that, more than anything else is what we need in our fractured and fragile country today.

THANKSGIVING, CHRISTMAS AND PROVIDENCE “When the time had fully come, God sent His Son.” (Galatians 4:4) “The Lord works out everything for His own purposes, even the wicked for the day of disaster.” (Proverbs. 16:4) Bob Marcaurelle bobmarcaurelle@charter.net Universal “providence” means ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4, Habakkuk 3:17-19, Proverbs 16:4

Denomination: Baptist

Signs Of The Holy Spirit's Presence In The Church

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 14, 2015

Are there things that we can look for to indicate the presence of the Holy Spirit in the Church and are these visible to those who are not part of the church

SIGNS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE CHURCH ACTS 2:41-47 LAST WEEK WE LEARNED ABOUT THE PROCLAMATION OF THE CHURCH AND ONE OF THE REASONS WHY WE PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD TO THE WORLD. TODAY WE ARE CONTINUING IN THAT THOUGHT BY BUILDING ON THE THOUGHT OF WHAT IS PROCLAIMED FROM THE GOSPEL AFTER A ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

How High Is The Bar?

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 7, 2015

He wants us to awake with great expectations every morning, with Him right smack dab in the center of them... Not only meeting..but exceeding those expectations!

How High Is The Bar? Ephesians 2:4–-7, NKJ “But God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us...raised us up together, and made us sit together in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus, that in the ages to come He might show the exceeding riches of His grace ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational