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“make The Commitment” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 21, 2013

If our lives are going to count for Christ, we need to make the daily commitment to live for Him as opposed to living for ourselves.

We are thinking about how we, as believers, can “Get In The Game” for God and live lives that count for Christ. We said we can know we’ve “Got Game” if we: Go for the gold; Aim for excellence; Make the commitment; & Expect God to work. In “going for the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

Confession And Forgiveness

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 23, 2013

Let's "look into the spiritual mirror of the Word of God and discover the required road to restoration when sin enters our lives."

Confession and Forgiveness The Only Road To Restoration* 1 John 1:9 There is not a single marriage or family here that does not sometimes say things in anger that are mean or hateful. Or that does not from time to time let the other one down; even if by mistake. That hurt or mistake may be an ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

A Model Man: Stephen Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 23, 2013

A detailed description of Stephen and the model he was for us to follow.

Last time we looked at the election of seven men to serve as deacons of the first church. One of those seven was Stephen. We finish chapter 6 tonight with a detailed description of Stephen and the model he was for us to follow. For the next three studies, including tonight, we are going to look ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Against Open Theism #4 God And Immutability

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 26, 2013

A sermon loosely based on Isaiah 45 that focuses on impassibility and the eternal decree (Based on Dr. Jack Cottrell's book, God Most High, chapter 25 "The Immutability of God")

HoHum: Simon, Garfunkel “I Am a Rock”: I've built walls, A fortress deep and mighty, That none may penetrate. I have no need of friendship; friendship causes pain. It's laughter and it's loving I disdain. I am a rock, I am an island. I have my books, And my poetry to protect me; I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Return To Sender? Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 5, 2013

At least part of this lesson is adapted from a Jerry Shirley lesson entitled, "A True Baby Dedication." This lesson reminds us of the need to dedicate/return our children to the God who has given them to us.

1. Our Baby Dedication brings to mind a practical question: Parents, have you considered returning your children to God? a. A Frustrated dad says, “I didn’t know that was possible. I thought He had a no return policy.” b. Bill Cosby’s routine in which he told his kids ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:27-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fall On Your Knees Before The Lord!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 10, 2013

Fall On Your Knees Before the Lord! (It’s the only way you’ll get on your feet.)

Did you hear about the row Forbes magazine caused? Its latest issue included a list of the wealthiest people in the world. 26th on the list is Saudi prince Alwaleed and he’s not happy with this ranking. Forbes valued him at a paltry $20 billion prompting Alwaleed to claim that if the magazine ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran

What Should I Do When I’m Not Sure Of God’s Leading? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 13, 2013

This passage deals with the myth that the Magi followed the Star of Bethlehem all the way to Jerusalem. In truth, the star disappeared and then reappeared after they were in Jerusalem. The message applies this phenomenon to the way that God often guides

STAR OF BETHLEHEM MYTH: The Magi followed the star from their homes all the way to Jesus. - This is the version of the story that we’ve seen shared in countless Christmas plays, movies, and cards. - And, as we’re going to be discussing at several points in this series, the fact that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

An Almost Forgotten Word: Propitiation

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 19, 2013

A sermon on the word "propitiation" (Material and outline taken from John Stott's book, The Cross of Christ, chapter 7 "The Salvation of Sinners" under propitiation)

HoHum: And the man that wrote the Home Sweet Home,He never was a married man. She'll meet you at the door when you go to come in And knock you down with a rolling pin, And the man that wrote the Home Sweet Home, He never was a married man. To talk about propitation I like to use an illustration ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Challenges Series

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Mar 26, 2013

Challenges by Paul to the church

Challenges – Are we ready to step up to Paul’s Challenges? 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18 I. Challenge to Churches (12-13) a. We are to Respect, Recognize, and Honor our Leaders 1. Senior Pastor 2. Youth Pastor 3. Deacon Leadership aa. Pray for Them • Prayerless pews equal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

To Stay Or Not To Stay, That Is The Question

Contributed by James Lowe on Apr 5, 2013

Our hope and confidence

To Stay or not to Stay, That is the Question Philippians 1:21-24 21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 22 But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour: yet what I shall choose I wot not. 23 For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Laodicea: Dangers Of Being In The Middle Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013

This is the seventh message in this series that looks at the letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This message examines the letter to the church at Laodicea and the dangers of always seeking the middle ground.

In Luke 18:17 Jesus says, “I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” This refers to the fact that God desires us to have child-like attitudes of trust in Him. An attitude that shows our desire to trust Him even we ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ruth Chapter Four: "Open Your Life” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 8, 2012

In Ruth chapter four, we learn what possibilities can result when we open our lives up to God.

As has been mentioned before, the book of Ruth is one of the greatest love stories in all of the Bible. Not just because it tells of the love relationship that developed between Ruth and Boaz; but because it tells us about the love relationship our heavenly Father has with each of His ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Difference A Savior Makes Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 22, 2012

John shows the necessity of a savior and advocate in being right with God, serving God and loving as God instructs.

The Difference A Savior Makes 1 John 2:1-6 Sheep and cows get lost easily while eating. I. The payment for sins. 1 John 2:1 My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Incomplete Vision Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 9, 2012

Jesus asks a crucial question of His disciples - a question that every single person in all of creation and all of history must answer. How you answer may be influenced by a crucial lack in your life - a lack Je

Resurrection Sunday is a day of celebration. Today, in the 21st century, we sing upbeat songs, we put out lilies, and we exchange greetings like “He is risen. He is risen indeed!” It is a day of great joy. Such was not the atmosphere on the very first Resurrection Sunday. For most ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-33

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Impossible Dream? Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 30, 2012

How much do we dream and hope for a great future

Becoming a Dreamer April 29, 2012 Joel 2:28-32 Last week we took a look at God’s command to Ezekiel to walk into a valley of dead very dry bones. The purpose was for God to bring life back into these bones. Sometimes in life we walk through those valleys, valleys where we feel like those ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-32

Denomination: Baptist