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Courage

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Aug 26, 2001

Courage is critically important, because it is at the center of all the other Christian virtues. What convictions undergird and strengthen our courage?

This morning, I’d like us to consider the topic of "courage". Not merely courage in a general sense, as an admirable character quality, or as a moral virtue that we should seek to cultivate. But specifically, as an aspect of Christian faith. I’d like for us to consider what part courage plays in ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

Buzzards, Bats, Bumblebees & Eagles Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 18, 2007

Part 3 focuses on the bumblebee.

Buzzards, Bats, Bumblebees and Eagles Are You Living Like The Bumblebee? Scriptures: Luke 9:51-56; Acts 16:20-25 Introduction As you may recall, I have shared with you previously about the buzzards and the bats. With all of their other capabilities, both have limitations that could ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-56

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Father, Forgive Them Series

Contributed by Douglas Dudley on Mar 7, 2005

The last words of an individual can give you a great insight into a person. Jesus’ last words gives us a window to view eternity. Based on several sermons. Most original, some not!

FATHER, FORGIVE THEM Text: Luke 23:33-38 Introduction. I doubt any of us have every witnessed an execution. I would imagine all of us have read about them in the newspaper. The accounts are very similar, because the State of Texas is very systematic about how and when executions are carried ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Evangelists

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Mar 26, 2005

Easter Morning - the Church as a movement

10 Things You Never Hear in Church 1. Hey! It’s my turn to sit in the front pew! 2. I was so enthralled, I never noticed your sermon was 35 minutes long. 3. Personally I find volunteering at church much more enjoyable than watching basketball. 4. I’ve decided to give our church the $500 a month I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Manager Is In The Manger

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 24, 2004

A sermon on how the LORD has to be the one who takes care of our redemption. It can’t be micro-managed by angels or men.

December 26, 2004 Isaiah 63:7-9 I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD has done for us - yes, the many good things he has done for the house of Israel, according to his compassion and many kindnesses. He said, "Surely they ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:7-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Going For The Gold

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 26, 2005

Paul in this text talks about four fundamental truths that we must understand AND apply to our lives if we are going to be successful in our pursuit of Gold.

GOING FOR THE GOLD TEXT: I CORINTHIANS 9:22-10:13 INTRODUCTION Paul in The 7th chapter of I Corinthians begins to address the specific questions that the church in Corinth had asked him, via the letter that was sent to him while he was in Ephesus, This section opens up with the phrase, "Now for ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Power Made Perfect In Weakness Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 6, 2005

Our ability to serve God depends not on our ability but on God’s power.

There was a guy on the news the other day who’s about to become the first Australian to enter some Solo Round the World Sailing Race and he was saying how no-one from Australia had ever attempted this before. He was basically wanting to tell us how great he is. And why not? That’s how you get ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Amazing Love

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Feb 23, 2004

An expository message on Isaiah 53. No other passage sets out the heart of love of the Lord seen in the Suffering Servant, the Messiah Jesus, more than this one.

AMAZING LOVE Isaiah 52:13-53:12 No other passage sets out the heart of love of the Lord seen in the Suffering Servant, the Messiah – Jesus – more than this one. And all this some 700 years before Christ lived on earth. The N.T. quotes more from Isaiah than all the other prophets combined, with ...read more

Scripture: John 10:17-18, Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Now Shall We Live? Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Apr 5, 2004

Since Jesus died for our sins, what should be our response? Here are three: restoring our relationships, forsaking our sin, and carrying our cross.

Who really killed Jesus? What crime did Jesus commit? Just how badly did Jesus suffer? Why did Jesus die? Couldn’t there have been another way? How now shall we live? Good Friday: What did He say and when did He say it? How now shall we live? Series: The Passion of the Christ: True or false? Text: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23, John 11:51-52

Denomination: Baptist

Something To Sing About!

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Apr 7, 2004

There is nothing that God cannot do. The Bible encourages the Christian to have Faith in God. What is Faith, and why Faith in God is important are preached in this sermon.

Title: Something To Sing About! Text: II Chronicles 20:20-23 Pray!!! Read Text!!! II Chronicles 20:20-23 says, “Early in the morning they left for the Desert of Tekoa. As they set out, Jehoshaphat stood and said, Listen to me, Judah and people of Jerusalem! Have faith in the Lord your God and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:20-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Make Easter More Than Just A Holiday

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 12, 2004

Easter Sermon 2004

Make Easter More than Just a Holiday Matthew 28:1-10 Easter Sunday, April 11, 2004 Introduction Well, here we are ¡V Easter. The sun is shining, most of the time, the birds are singing, the buds are trying to bust out on the trees, and the days are getting longer. We celebrate the resurrection ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

America In Crisis

Contributed by Rick Kallstrom on Jan 26, 2003

Today, in America, people of all walks of life have strayed from the very foundation upon which our country was built. The seeds or corruption have grown and flourished and as a country, we are reaping what we have sown.

AMERICA IN CRISIS The people of Iraq live today under the dictatorship of Saddam Hussein. Iraq is a country where women have no rights, where men are persecuted and tortured if they dare make any anti-government remarks, and where all people live in constant fear. Until recently in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow The Leader

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 26, 2003

In the message we will see several characteristics of a great leader. (1 Thessalonians pt-2)

"FOLLOW THE LEADER" I THESSALONIANS 2:1-12 THOMAS MONAGHAN IS FOUNDER , PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF DOMINO’S PIZZA, INC. FROM 1970 - 1985, DOMINO’S GREW FROM A SMALL DEBT RIDDEN CHAIN TO THE SECOND LARGEST PIZZA COMPANY IN AMERICA, WITH SALES OVER A BILLION DOLLARS. WHEN ASKED ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Proverbial Wisdom

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 15, 2004

Proverbial wisdom. 1- Discipline 2- Gullibility

INTRO.- Some more quips and quotes, which give us some insights into life and perhaps some wisdom for daily living. - How to handle a bad temper. Be like a kettle – sing when you boil. Temper is something that most of us have (even a little or a lot) and we have to learn to deal with it. Some ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Believing Mom

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 12, 2003

This is a Mother’s Day message based on Elijah and the Widow

You ever been broke? I mean really broke? She was and she couldn’t believe her ears! She was at the end of her rope. Life was hard enough for a widow in that day and age, but the drought that they had been experiencing had been the straw that broke the camel’s back. Well she should have been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:8-16, 1 Kings 17:10

Denomination: Wesleyan