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"hope And Renewal" 1 Thes 4:13-18

Contributed by John Huyser on Nov 1, 2022

How should Christians approach the death of a loved one? What are some bad assumptions Christians make around grief? How does the Gospel offer hope in the face of Death

Deadline Slide 1 Every once in awhile, the semantics for a word study intrigues me. A word peaking my interest this week was the word “deadline”. Today, we use deadline as a point in time which something must be completed. There is a deadline to mail my taxes. Or in the case, of submitting an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Between The Extremes

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 2, 2003

Extreme events get our attention, but they do not define our lives; Living between the extremes does.

CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith family and friendships -------------------------------- June 1, 2003 1To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: 2A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

What Is His Name? Series

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on May 30, 2005

As members of the 21st Century church, it is essential that we understand, the totality and the fullness of God and the Power of His Name.

Series: The Power of the Name (Philippians 2: 9-10 ~ Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth;) Sermon 1: What Is His Name? ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Such A Time As This

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on May 3, 2011

In the times we live here are some things that MUST take priority, this sermon addresses those things.

Such A Time As This (All my sermons use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com and ALL scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) If you watch the news, or listen to the radio, actually if you have a pulse, you know that our world has changed, and continues to change everyday. DO YOU REMEMBER ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Oldest Game In The World Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 7, 2023

The shame of our sin often leads us to shift the blame. Don’t play the blame game; own it by name and avoid the shame.

The Oldest Game in the World Genesis 3:11-13 Rev. Brian Bill March 4-5, 2023 Do you know what the most popular game is right now? Could it be World of Warcraft, Minecraft, Warzone, or Fortnite? Or for another generation, maybe your guesses would be Monopoly? Risk? Bunco? Scrabble? ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Third Time

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 6, 2002

We are significant in Christ because we have been created to be significant.

Several years ago a professor at a New England college, loved by students and alumni, adopted a plan to help discouraged students. Whenever he noticed a discouraged student, he made it a point of giving that student a better mark than what he really deserved and of seeing that others in the class ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Church Of God

Christians In The Hov Lanes

Contributed by Kory Wilcoxson on Mar 12, 2006

To acknowledge that we believe that Jesus is the Christ and our Lord and Savior is more than just a decision made above the neck; it’s a decision that comes from the heart. And if it comes from the heart, we are no longer the same person. We have been cha

When I lived in the Washington, D.C. area right after high school, I worked afternoons at a doctor’s office in Springfield, Va. This was the height of my pre-Christian days, so I didn’t have much use in my life for religion. But there wase a group of nurses who worked there that I really ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Good News, Anyone? - Christmas

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 1, 2005

7 Reasons why the good tidings brought by the angel that night were much needed "good news" in this world. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

Good News, Anyone? Luke 2:10-14 PowerPoint for this and all our sermons available at http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html “I woke up Monday morning, walked out on the lawn my eyes were barely open, and my mouth began to yawn Picked up the daily paper, every single headline said, That this ole world ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Worship The Lord With Offerings" Not "Surrenderings"

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 25, 2007

Worship the Lord with "Offerings" not "Surrenderings" 1) Because He chose us; 2) Because He saved us; 3) Because He blesses us

Last Wednesday, Ash Wednesday, marked the beginning of Lent. It’s traditional in many circles to give up something during these forty days before Easter. Some people give up coffee. Others give up meat. Catholics in Germany are being urged to give up driving this Lent. What have you given up? ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:5-10

Denomination: Lutheran

#11divine Possibilities: Kill The Sacred Cow? Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 17, 2005

We study Divine Possibilities, are we willing to kill our sacred cows as a sacrifice to release the move of God? We can stay the same and expect things differently?

#11--- DIVINE POSSIBILITIES: KILL THE SACRED COW? LEAVING YOUR COMFORT ZONE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We are studying Divine Possibilities: 1. Climb into God’s Envelope; 2. Accept the Mantle; 3. Starving at a feast; 4. Let God! 5. When an unforgiving preacher preaches ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is A "Good” Christian?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 30, 2008

What Is A “Good” Christian? 1) One who struggles with sin. 2) One who stands with Christ.

Soccer fans around the world have been glued to their television sets this past month. They’ve been watching Europe’s soccer powerhouses battle each other in the Euro Cup tournament. As always, this year’s tournament has provided a number of upsets. Countries thought to be fielding less talented ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Denomination: Lutheran

A New Beginning

Contributed by Timothy Darling on May 29, 2008

Saul’s conversion was a time of transition for him. It was a time of seeing Jesus and becoming like Him. We can take advantage of our transitions too ...

A new beginning Acts 9:1-22 When Jesus enters our lives, everything changes. Just ask Saul of Tarsus. He did such a complete turnaround that he was completely unrecognizable and baffling to everyone who knew him. Nether his old friends nor his old enemies could quite take in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Mennonite

Peace Is Here Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016

Jesus brings us real peace.

THE PEACE THAT JESUS PROVIDES. One of the things that stands out to me from my seminary days is a lecture that one of my professors gave on the topic of the peace that Jesus has secured and gives to those whom He saves. Who knows where my notes are from that class but I do remember that this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

To Tarry Or Not To Tarry

Contributed by Paul Davidson on May 20, 2016

Let's take a look at 3 Old Testament characters... King Saul, Jonathan, and Jonathan's armor bearer. Let's think about their behaviors and be a little introspective... which traits do I exhibit in my own life? In my own walk with the Lord?

INTRODUCTION The title for tonight’s sermon is “To Tarry or Not To Tarry”, and is from events captured in the book of First Samuel. Before we go any further, let’s go to the Lord in prayer… Please turn in your Bibles to the Old Testament… to the book of First Samuel… chapter 14. We’re going to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Forsaken By God? Series

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Mar 11, 2018

In his fourth word from the cross, Jesus expresses being forsaken by God. He points out to the exchange that happened that day: our sin on him, God's forgiveness on us. Our right response is to live thankful lives that count the cost of sin.

Forsaken by God? Seven Last Words from the Cross Part 4 * Matthew 27:45-46 Have you ever been in a God-forsaken place? Maybe it was a TDY trip to the middle of nowhere. Worse yet, maybe it was a PCS! And the word “permanent” in permanent change of station becomes a curse. Or maybe your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:16-18, Matthew 27:45-46

Denomination: Baptist