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Lord's Prayer - Part 4b - Forgive Us Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jul 12, 2023

The Lord’s Prayer - or Disciple’s Prayer - is a prayer focusing on the Preeminence of God’s power. Without the intervention of God, our Heavenly Father and His son Jesus Christ, there is no daily bread, there is no forgiveness, there is no leading us.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org This morning we’re in Part 2 of Part 4 of the Lord’s Prayer regarding “Forgiving Our Debts as we forgive our debtors.” This is the 20th message in our series, The Sermon on the Mount. The basis of this petition to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Brethren

The Basis Of Our Justification

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 12, 2023

The basis of our Justification - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • One man’s failure brought mankind’s fall (vs 12-14) • One man’s fix bought mankind’s favour (vs 15-21) SERMON BODY ill: • I have a list of opposites, • I will give you a word and collectively shout out the opposite. • Happy x sad • Above x below • Broad x narrow • Ability x ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:11-21

Denomination: Brethren

The Spiritual Discipline Of Worship

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 19, 2023

This sermon is based heavily on ch. 11 of Richard Foster's classic book "Celebration of Discipline."

John 4:1-26 (NIV) 1 Now Jesus learned that the Pharisees had heard that he was gaining and baptizing more disciples than John— 2 although in fact it was not Jesus who baptized, but his disciples. 3 So he left Judea and went back once more to Galilee. 4 Now he had to go through Samaria. 5 So he ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Principle Assets(2023)-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 20, 2023

3 of 7. Paul & Sosthenes opened their letter to the Corinthian church by informing them of their most important spiritual assets. The local(our) church has important spiritual assets. But What are some of those assets? A Principle Asset of the Christian church is...

Our PRINCIPLE ASSETS-III—1Corinthians 1:3(:1-9) ATTENTION: After I got saved by Jesus Christ, I lost interest in my job as a marine biologist. But before God could convince me to pastor, I had to pick up a ‘bread route’ with Flowers Baking Co. I ran the route in Rowan & Cabarrus County, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:3, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Believers Living In Community Belonging To God And To His Family Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 25, 2023

Apostle Paul warned the Corinthian Church that they were in danger of losing the race of the Christian life and missing out on the benefits of companionship with others. Paul explains the beauty of belonging to God and what it means to live in Christian community.

Sermon – Believers Living in Community Belonging to God and to His Family Scriptures: 1Corinthians 6:19,20 “Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Psalm 100:3, Isaiah 43:1, Ephesians 2:10, Romans 12:3-5, John 1:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Old Paths

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Aug 5, 2023

A sermon to adults on returning to what our country was founded upon.

Jeremiah 6:16-18 “The Old Paths. Look, Listen and Learn” 8/6/23 A.M. I like OLD STUFF. I REALLY LIKE OLD TRACTORS. In fact, I had a 1999 model tractor, 4wd, diesel. And I decided to sell it. Why? Well, 1999 is only 24 years old and I found a 1959 International that I ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Dwelling In The Shelter . . .

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 19, 2022

These benefits are for those who “dwell in the shelter of the Most High.” You can’t be indecisive about Christ & expect all the benefits of being close to Him.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Psalm 91:1-16; John 15:5; 1 John 1:3-7; Philippians 1:20-21. 4:6-7 ILL. Back in the early days of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:7, John 15:5, 1 John 1:3-7, Philippians 1:20-21, Philippians 4:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Even Now

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 9, 2022

This message is about having faith in your worst circumstance that God can bring you though. As Martha said, "Even now...."

Even Now Scripture: John 11:22; Luke 10:38-42; Psalm 23:4 Several weeks ago I was sitting on my father-in-law’s porch meditating and listening to music. At the time I was thinking all of the things those around us were dealing with and the fact that the stresses of life seemed to never end. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:22, Luke 10:38-42, Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"good News: Righteousness"

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 11, 2022

"Good News: Righteousness" - Romans chapter 1 verses 8-17 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Bible Reading: Romans chapter 1 verses 8-17 SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Paul appreciates them (vs 7-8). (2). Paul prays for them (vs 9-10a). (3). Paul longs to encourage them (vs 10b-13). (4). Paul has an obligation towards them (vs 14-15). (5). Paul introduces his theme to them (vs 16-17). SERMON ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Brethren

Return To Me Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Sep 12, 2022

Superheroes have captured Americans’ imagination for a long time. We all know the saying, “It’s a bird, it’s a plane, no, it’s Superman!” It’s not an angel coming. It’s not a prophet coming. It’s the Lord Himself coming. “It’s a prophet. It’s an angel. No, it’s the Lord.”

I invite you to find the book of Malachi with me if you will [page 954 in your pew Bibles]. Today’s Scripture You have wearied the LORD with your words. But you say, “How have we wearied him?” By saying, “Everyone who does evil is good in the sight of the LORD, and he delights in them.” Or by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:26-27, Joshua 5:14, Matthew 5:45, Matthew 3:3

Denomination: Baptist

Why Good Intentions Aren't Enough Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 13, 2022

If I want to be more like Jesus good intentions are not enough

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Tug Of Heaven Is Growing Stronger Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 21, 2022

If you are walking at a distance from the Lord, then the tugging on you is worldly based The world tugs on the carnal Christian. They who walk closely with God, welcome God’s tugging. The message looks at heaven's tug to be home with the Lord. We also look at death.

THE TUG OF HEAVEN IS GROWING STRONGER INTRODUCTION “When you feel the tug on the line, pull it up.” That order could fit many situations but it would be effective for raising ore in a bucket from a mine shaft. One below fills the bucket, and when the tug is felt then the one above pulls up the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-25, Psalm 31:15, Revelation 1:17-18, Psalm 116:15, 2 Corinthians 5:5-9, Hebrews 11:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Harvest Message: Don’t Be A Fool!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 25, 2022

Don't be a fool" - Luke chapter 12 verses 13-21 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Luke chapter 12 verses 13-21 SERMON OUTLINE: 2 Happenings To Note: (1). An Inappropriate Interruption (vs 13): (2). An Unexpected Answer (vs 14): 3 Principles To Note: (1). In planning for himself, he forgot his neighbour (vs 17-19). (2). In considering his goods, he forgot the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Brethren

Increase Our Faith For Total Dependence

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 20, 2022

The rich ruler wants to know what to do for salvation. Jesus slams the door on him. Why? Find out.

10.23.22 Luke 18:18–30 18 A certain ruler asked Jesus, “Good teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 19 Jesus asked him, “Why do you call me good? No one is good, except one—God. 20 You know the commandments: ‘You shall not commit adultery. You shall not murder. You shall not steal. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Lutheran

God Talks Through The Skies Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 27, 2021

The Bible never tells us to take a leap of faith into the darkness and hope that there is somebody out there. Instead, we are called to jump out of darkness into the light.

Today we’re going to look at what C.S. Lewis called “the greatest poem in the Psalter and one the greatest lyrics in the world.” “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork. ?2 Day to day pours out speech, and night to night reveals knowledge.?3 There is no ...read more

Denomination: Baptist