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Paul's Pattern In Striving For A Crown Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 8, 2011

In our lesson today we learn that just as athletes exercise rigorous self-control in order to win a perishable prize, so we as Christians must exercise rigorous self-control in order to win an imperishable prize.

Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of Christian liberty. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, “Paul’s Pattern in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Having A Correct Attitude About

Contributed by Eugene Morell on Oct 13, 2011

The concept of the Fear of the LORD is found all throughout scripture. In the Old Testament there are at least 150+ verses that encourage those who are willing to listen how important this attitude is in our relationship with God.

HAVING A CORRECT ATTITUDE ABOUT THE FEAR OF THE LORD. DEUTERONOMY 10: 12-22. 1. A BIBLICAL APPRAOCH IS THE CORRECT WAY. A. There are times when Fear can be very beneficial. B. There are also times when Fear can also be very harmful. Definition: The fear of God is an awesome respect or ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:12-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Studies In Genesis: Chapters 12 & 13 Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 14, 2011

This is a study of the book of Genesis. Genesis and Revelation are two of the most disputed books in the Bible. The premise of this study is the foundation of creation.

Note: When doing a study on a book in the Bible you use a lot of resources. The major influence for me on this study of Genesis is The Genesis Record by Henry Morris. With chapters 12 - 50 we come to a whole different part of the book of Genesis. Everything has begun to change. In Genesis 1-11 ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

It's Time To Turn To The Lord

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Oct 17, 2011

This sermon pleads with the lost to turn to Christ in faith and full commitment of their life to Him. It also deals with some truths concerning those who are mere "fans" of Christ rather than "followers" of Christ.

It’s Time to Turn to the Lord Text: Isa. 55:6-7; Heb. 2:3-4 Intro: In the book of Ecclesiastes, we find these words, “To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven” (Eccl. 3:1). According to one commentator, the meaning of this verse is as ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

How Do I Get To Heaven Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Oct 20, 2011

Today in our passage of Scripture we’re going to see Jesus sharing w/His followers the exclusivity of Xianity. We’ll see Him sharing w/His followers why He’s the only way, the only ticket to heaven. -I’m going to be upfront w/you here. This isn’t

“How Do I Get to Heaven?” John 14: 6 January 31, 2010 Intro: Probably the greatest virtue of our day is “tolerance.” Josh McDowell said tolerance used to mean, “to respect others beliefs and practices w/o sharing them.” But tolerance now means, “every ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

Discover Injustice Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 30, 2011

Have you ever asked God "Why?" I'm sure that was the question on the lips of John's disciples following the news of his execution.

This wasn’t the way it was supposed to end. He was the product of a good family, he had been raised worshipping God, he had followed God’s calling, had done God’s work and had preached God’s message and this wasn’t the way it was supposed to end. In a million years he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:16-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Dawn Of The Dead

Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 30, 2011

Life and Death are best understood by one’s proximity to Jesus; Jesus has come to give us life – life to the full.

DAWN OF THE DEAD* Revelation 14:1-20, Ephesians 2:1-10 Big Idea: Life and Death are best understood by one’s proximity to Jesus; Jesus has come to give us life – life to the full. Supporting Scripture: Ezekiel 33:11 {KJV}, Isaiah 28:21 {KJV}, Psalm 103:8 {KJV}, Psalm 145:8 {KJV}, Luke 15:24 & ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:1-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Getting Fit: Values Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 23, 2011

If I say I value Christ, than I must value what He values. And Since Jesus values the most vulnerable, I must value the most vulnerable.

Getting Fit: Values James 1:26-27 Rev. Brian Bill 1/23/11 Since there was no school on Monday and Mondays are my day off, our family went ice skating in Bloomington. I’m still sore almost one week later. When we arrived we quickly realized that hundreds of others had the same idea as the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Myths Of Abortion

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 24, 2011

This lesson is based on a SermonCentral contributor Dan Jacques titled “Dismantling the Myths of Abortion”. I preached the sermon for Sanctity of Human Life Sunday.

Introduction: A. As you know, I usually like to start my sermons on the light side, but today’s subject isn’t one to joke about. 1. Let’s begin with something obvious and yet sobering: think about the fact that any of us here today under age 38 are alive because your parents chose ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Weight Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 25, 2011

A final look at forgiveness part 4 of 4.

The Weight of Forgiveness February 21, 2010 Can you believe for the past 8 weeks we have looked at only 2 very relevant topics. We’ve looked at anger for 4 weeks, and now we are on week 4 of forgiveness. You won’t want to miss next week’s conclusion to the series. It’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Spots & Stripes Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 12, 2011

If you want true success in life, don’t depend on your shrewd deals, and don’t depend on your spent schemes. Instead, depend on the Lord.

Ted Engstrom and Edward Dayton, in a Christian Leadership Letter some time ago, talked about a young man who was appointed president of a bank. Intimidated by his new responsibilities, he nervously sought the advice of his gray-haired predecessor: “Sir, what has been the secret of your success?” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:25-43

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Specially Chosen Series

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 14, 2011

3rd in the series dealing with election.

“Specially Chosen” REVIEW Paul wrote to a special group of people striving to live for the Lord in a hostile and pagan environment. He gave them the truth tools to succeed in a walk worthy of their high calling. He masterfully summarized three years of daily training in what we know as ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

For The Best Of Baptists-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 21, 2011

1 of 3. The writer to the Hebrews described what was available in Christ Jesus to the religiously comfortable. A higher plane is available to the religiously comfortable or ’the best of baptists?’ For the Best of Baptists, there is a Higher...

For The Best of Baptists-I—Hebrews 7:1-10 My great-grandfather Jesse Sherman/Shack behind them—Children in background-no one holding hands—No smiles—Wearing homemade shoes—Beside wife—Long white beard to center of his chest—Holding rifle—Dog at side/Learn a lot from the picture if know what to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Enemy Within

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Feb 28, 2011

When we set about to fulfill God's vision Satan will also attack us from within.

A preachers son graduated from high school and the preacher kept asking his son what he was going to do? Go to college or maybe go onto the service. He kept asking his son, but he just could not make up his mind! One day while his son was out, he decided to perform a simple test. He went into ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

When Heaven Comes Down Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 7, 2011

We experience the renewal of the new heaven and new earth by thirsting for God and overcoming through faith in Jesus.

Christians frequently speak of “going to heaven.” And that is certainly appropriate. But the much more common picture in Scripture is that of heaven coming down to us. In fact the Bible is framed by two instances of heaven coming down to earth. In Genesis God comes down to earth and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8

Denomination: Baptist