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When The Mountain Looks Too Big

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jan 8, 2010

Sometimes we lose heart when the circumstances seems too great and vast, but we need to see and trust from God’s perspective and learn to rely on His bigger than life view of the situation.

When the Mountain Looks Too Big Prairie Baptist Church – 1/10/10 A.M. Service Text: John 6:1-14 Key verse: John 6:13 - Therefore they gathered them up, and filled twelve baskets with the fragments of the five barley loaves which were left over by those who had eaten. Premise: Sometimes ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Studies In The Minor Prophets Micah Part 2

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jan 10, 2010

In this lesson, we shall consider Micah's second message... a. As presented in Mic 3:1-5:15 b. Which follows a similar theme as in the previous message: 1) God's condemnation of Israel 2) With a glimpse of the future hope

"STUDIES IN THE MINOR PROPHETS" Micah - Judgment Now, Blessings Later (3:1-5:15) INTRODUCTION 1. In our previous lesson on the book of Micah... a. We briefly considered some background material 1) Concerning Micah, the man a) His name means "Who is like ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Test The Lord

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 29, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you testing the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show signs or symptoms why some Christians are prone in testing the LORD. IV. TEXT: 1 Corinthians 10:9 (Amplified Bible) We should not tempt

I. EXORDIUM: Are you testing the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show signs or symptoms why some Christians are prone in testing the LORD. IV. TEXT: 1 Corinthians 10:9 (Amplified Bible) We should not tempt the Lord [try His patience, become a trial to Him, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Knock-Off Parenting

Contributed by Brian Tome on May 1, 2013

The goal of parenting is maturity. For the knock-off version, the goal is happiness. God’s goal is spiritual maturity.

As a consumer, I say, “how can I make my life most bearable” NOT “how can I build into my kids.” The reason why I was a stickler for getting kids to bed wasn’t necessarily building into them but making my life bearable. The goal of parenting is maturity. For the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Will Vs. Thy Will Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 8, 2013

Thy kingdom come and thy will be done are saying basically the same thing. The will of God is to be King over us. We must realize God's will and the issues that block us from doing his will.

1. Paternoster A former soldier tells of being stationed in Frankfurt, Germany. When he had to go to the HQ, located in the Abrams Building, he had two options to go upstairs. He could take the stairs or the "Paternoster." This was an unusual elevator which had no doors, only an opening; and it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Acts 4 - Stand Strong Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 27, 2013

Seek the truth and stand strong. Know your identity and be strong. Exercise authority and stay strong.

The outpouring of the Holy Spirit gave the disciples exceptional courage to bear witness to Christ. • They showed unwavering faith in Jesus, despite the danger and opposition. • They were strong because of the presence and power of the Holy Spirit. Peter did not mince his words. The people did ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Noah's Example

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 21, 2013

To show that we look to JESUS CHRIST as our example not Noah.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have CHRIST's example? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we look to JESUS CHRIST as our example not Noah. IV. TEXT: Genesis 6:9 (Amplified Bible) This is the history of the generations of Noah. Noah was a just and righteous man, blameless in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heaven Is A Concert Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 24, 2013

Heaven is all about harmony, unity, a place where divisions will be past and we will be one Body. Heaven is a symphony where each movement is better than the one before. "You ain't heard nothin' yet!"

What’s the best concert you’ve ever been to? I have several: I remember going to Lincoln Center to hear the NY Philharmonic perform Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto #2. Seeing Paul McCartney in Frankfurt, Germany was quite an experience. Wynton Marsalis playing jazz in San ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:8-14

Denomination: Congregational

The Glory Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Tim Spear on Dec 6, 2012

In Jesus' high priestly prayer, His prayer is to bring His Father glory.

Jesus, the God-man: Gospel of John “The Glory of Salvation” John 17:1-5 Introduction: What makes a parent proud? For some it is first steps, learning to talk, going potty by himself, obedience, having a personal relationship with Jesus, or being a consistent follower of Christ. In ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas In Newtown

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 17, 2012

What message can Christmas have for those who are going through their own private hell... like those in Newtown, Conn?

Christmas in Newtown Luke 2:8-14 Jingle Bells, Jingle Bells, Jingle all the way In the early hours of Friday morning, Adam Lanza shot and killed his mother. I’m Dreaming of a white Christmas… During the first period classes at Sandy Hook Elementary School, a gunman enters the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

How Much Does Christmas Really Cost

Contributed by Jay Mccluskey on Dec 17, 2012

A sermon about how much it cost Jesus to be in a redemptive relationship with us and how we should pay the same costs to be in quality relationships with others.

Each year PNC Wealth Management calculates the cost of buying all 364 items repeated in the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” The financial services company tracks the items - including gold rings (up big), swans (more expensive than you think) and maids a-milking (at minimum wage) ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Making A Difference

Contributed by George Durham on Dec 26, 2012

Mark 10: 35=45 Making a Difference by being a bold disciple of Christ; You are not NoBody!

Making A Differerence Mark10:35-45 Credit Jeff Strite for many ideas Merv Griffin Show body builder. “Why do you develop those muscles?” Body builder flexed muscles from Chest 2 Calf The audience applauded. “What do you use all those muscles for?” Merv ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: United Methodist

Life Beyond Death And Man’s Future Destiny Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jan 25, 2013

Is Heaven Real? Is Hell Real? Is there Life after Death? Is there Eternal life? What delivers us from the fear of death? Every single day, some 80,000 people die on Earth. In another 90 years, nearly everyone who's on Earth today will be gone. It can ha

Life beyond Death and Man’s future destiny “And just as it is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment”(Hebrews 9:27ESV) Is Heaven Real? Is Hell Real? Is there Life after Death? Is there Eternal life? What delivers us from the fear of death? A wise man ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Song To Remember

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 6, 2013

Remembering God’s goodness puts a song in your heart. What is the purpose of Christian song writing today? Where have we failed in it and how can we retract from it and set our hearts on songs that worship and please God alone. Consider what God might wan

Opening illustration: I was delighted when I received a free gift in the mail - a CD of Scripture set to music. After listening to it several times, some of the melodies took root in my mind. Before long, I could sing the words to a couple of verses in the book of Psalms without the help of the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Funeral Sermon For A Young Adult

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 14, 2013

This sermon was for the funeral of a young lady who die at 30 years of age after suffering the ill effects of diabetes. She also accepted Christ just before her death.

As we reflect on the life and celebrate her home going today, I am reminded of the declaration of the Apostle Paul: “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” - Philippians 1:21 Consider with me two valuable lessons from her life: 1. When a one receives life in Christ, they ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Baptist