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Giving That Honors God Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 4, 2023

There is a serious tone God uses with his people who He loves. This message is from Malachi. His name appropriately means messenger. He is delivering an “oracle.”

Giving that honors God Malachi 1:1-14 There is a story that comes from Clear Creek Baptist College of the Appalachian Mountains. They train preachers in the Kentucky Mountains. One of the college presidents would go all over the area preaching and raising money for the school. He preached at ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Drink Deeply! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 28, 2023

Based on John 7:37-39 - Encourages hearers to drink deeply of Jesus & let the Holy Spirit work in their lives.

“DRINK DEEPLY!” John 7:37-39 FBCF – 3/26/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – Did you know that there are 4 types of deserts on earth? Polar deserts, subtropical deserts, winter deserts, & cool coastal deserts. Most of us probably think of the sandy subtropical deserts like the Sahara when we hear the ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Corporate Nature Of Scripture & The Church

Contributed by Arthur Miller on Jun 16, 2023

Preaching is often individualist in nature, but scripture emphases' the kingdom, the people, and the church. This lesson gives the importance of the body and how the parts support the body and not the other way around.

INTRODUCTION In change management, you always want to address those that must adopt the change by making the point of What’s in it for me? Why should I change what I am comfortable with for this new method of doing business? If you can’t adequately address this question the change will probably ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Last Supper Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 11, 2024

Based on Luke 22:7-23 - Challenges hearers to consider the implications of the Lord's Supper in their lives & examine themselves.

“THE LAST SUPPER” Luke 22:7-23 FBCF – 3/10/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – “Never Forget!” – Start seeing these words around 9/11 each year. Many of us will never forget where we were that Tuesday morning. Others will never forget where they were when: - Pres. JFK was assassinated – Pres. Reagan was shot ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:7-23, 1 Corinthians 11:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism Means Walking With God (January 9, 2022)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 11, 2022

Why did Jesus get Baptized if He was without sin? Jesus got baptized because He came to identify with the sinners He had come to save. In fact, it is through Baptism that sinners and the grace of God meet.

BAPTISM MEANS WALKING WITH GOD Text: Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 Luke 3:15- 17, 21 - 22 As the people were filled with expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts concerning John, whether he might be the Messiah,  (16)  John answered all of them by saying, "I baptize you with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-17, Luke 3:21-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Contention Intervention (January 22, 2023 Version)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jan 21, 2023

Some in that crowd were having quarrels over who baptized them as if those that baptized them had differing ranks. They were choosing sides contrary to the Gospel which calls us to be united to be united through Christ (I Corinthians 1:12 -13).

I Corinthians 1:10. I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be perfectly united in mind and thought. 11. My brothers, some from Chloe's household ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18

Denomination: United Methodist

What Happens After You Die? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 3, 2003

What happens after death is widely argued among non-Christians. The simple truth is: when you die, you will continue to exist and where you spend eternity depends on the choices you make in the here and now.

What Happens After You Die? Luke 16:19-31 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION How old were you when you began to realize people die? One of my earliest memories was when I was about five years old and my family was traveling to Panama City, Florida to attend my grandfather’s funeral. I recall ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

1 Purpose Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 21, 2013

1)The Elements of Purposeful Unity (Philippians 2:1) 2) The Essence of Purposeful Unity (Philippians 2:2a), 3)The Expression of Purposeful Unity (Philippians 2:2b)

It’s not too difficult to see the effect of strife. Internationally, we see conflict and hostage taking. In North America, we just came out of a hockey lockout after many months of people not working. In Canada, native blockages have meant disrupted travel, and shipping. In Ontario, many ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-2

Denomination: Other

Rebuilding Faith - Examining Our Brokenness - #2 Series

Contributed by Michael R. Hodge on Apr 5, 2012

This series focuses on seven steps to rebuilding faith using the story of Nehemiah. Each week builds upon the previous week as we walk through the letters R.E.B.U.I.L.D.

REBUILDING FAITH – SESSION ONE by Rev. Michael R. Hodge ©2012 MICHAEL R. HODGE REBUILDING FAITH – SESSION ONE by Rev. Michael R. Hodge ©2012 REBUILDING FAITH Seven Steps to Experiencing a Renewal of Faith by Rev. Michael R. Hodge Session Two: “Rise and Build: Examining our Brokenness” ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Infiltrated

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 9, 2019

A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 4: 1 – 22

2 Chronicles 4: 1 – 22 Infiltrated 4 Moreover he made a bronze altar: twenty cubits was its length, twenty cubits its width, and ten cubits its height. 2 Then he made the Sea of cast bronze, ten cubits from one brim to the other; it was completely round. Its height was five cubits, and a line of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 4:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Okay, Now Do It Again

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 17, 2018

A study in the book of Numbers 4: 1 – 49

Numbers 4: 1 – 49 Okay, now do it again 4 Then the LORD spoke to Moses and Aaron, saying: 2 “Take a census of the sons of Kohath from among the children of Levi, by their families, by their fathers’ house, 3 from thirty years old and above, even to fifty years old, all who enter the service to do ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

1 Samuel Part 1 (Nasb), Means "asked Of God", Took Place Over 100 Years In Israel / Judah

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Apr 19, 2024

A prophet and judge: God's choice; Notes from biblegateway.com and Marilyn Hickey Ministries

"Samuel writes a prophetically oriented history of Israel's early monarchy. Because their sinful nature found it easier to follow an earthly king, the Israelites were reluctantly granted a monarch of their popular choice - but man's wisdom never exceeds God's wisdom, and this ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Resurrection: Redemption Ratified

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Apr 19, 2003

The doctrine of the resurrection is vitally important to everything we believe concerning the Savior and salvation, and this message seeks to show why that is so.

Resurrection: Redemption Ratified Text: Matt.28: 1-8; I Cor.15: 14 Intro: What a wonderful time of year is spring. Everything around us begins to awaken from its winter sleep, and bud forth with new and vibrant life. Spring is my mother’s favorite season. She gets all enthused when the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-8, 1 Corinthians 15:14

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing The Way

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Dec 17, 2002

Just as we prepare for guests to come to our house, we must also prepare ourselves for Jesus to come.

Preparing for guests to come: clean and straighten the house, cook food, prepare drinks, dress appropriately Jesus is coming soon. How are you preparing for his arrival? John the Baptizer was sent to prepare the people of Israel for the coming of the Messiah. He called people to repentance. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

What The Bible Says About Heaven And Hell

Contributed by Philip Cairns on Feb 1, 2002

What the Bible says about heaven and hell rather than what popular opinion might suggest.

TOPIC: What the bible says about heaven and hell SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 1:3-9 AIM: To have my hearers be clear on the biblical concepts of heaven and hell, and to do something positive to be sure that their destiny is heaven. INTRODUCTION. Do you want the good news or the bad news first? Let me give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Holiness