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Man Overboard Series

Contributed by Robert Baldwin on Sep 1, 2004

#7, The only answer to the dilemma is to throw Jonah over the side of the ship.

Man Overboard (Jonah 1:11-16) Intro. We have seen how Jonah ran from his call to preach to the people at Nineveh. He had found a boat going to Tarshish and boarded it. But God sent a strong wind to intercept Jonah. Here we see the futility of man’s free will when God calls him. They had ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Purpose Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Sep 10, 2004

Actually living with purpose will free us for God’s work.

Living with Purpose Purpose Driven Life #40 Montreal/Cornwall June 19, 2004 Today, we conclude our series of 40 messages on the theme of living with purpose. We have taken a great deal of time to consider the five biblical purposes God sets before us, and to think about ways these apply in ...read more

Scripture: John 13:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessing Of Serving Series

Contributed by Stephen Elmer on Aug 24, 2005

There is great blessing in serving Christ!

“The Blessing Of Serving!” Mark 14:12-16 Introduction: 1. IE: I Know That Several Of You Have Been On A Trip To Israel - And Most Of Us That Haven’t Gone Would Love To See The Homeland Of Our Savior While He Was Here On Earth - One Of The Most Famous Attractions In Israel Is The Dead Sea - I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

For God So Loved The World Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Apr 27, 2006

What effect do self-centered people have on our world. This message looks at Jonah’s rebellion and his resulting self-pity.

Introduction: In 1945, Cliff Barrows made a proposal of marriage to his girlfriend Billie. Together they scraped together enough funds for a simple wedding and two tickets to a city with a resort hotel. On arrival, however, they found the hotel shut down. Stranded in an unfamiliar city with little ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Do You Believe, And Why?

Contributed by Timothy Shumer on Aug 27, 2005

This was the 4th message in series, "What do you believe, and why?" The first message was based on 2 Timothy 3:16-17

This is the 4th message in series, "What do you believe, and why?" - 1st Message - 2 Timothy 3:16 All scripture [is] given by inspiration of God, and [is] profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Matters Most In Life!

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004

What Matters Most In Life! Love is the key to attracting the lost to church!

I almost died this week... The words, “I love you.” became meaningful to me. Love came alive in Janet, when she didn’t want to leave me even though they kicked her out. Almost every phone call - the words I love you were spoken from the heart. Tonight - Communion - I will tell about the walk ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

"Commit To God's Program For Your Giving " Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004

Where do I begin when it comes to financial giving to support God’s work?

Church growth experts have said that there are four things that can work to prevent a church’s growth: 1) A lack of desire to grow; 2) A lack of adequate leadership; 3) A lack of space; 4) A lack of finances. If there is any one of these factors that might hinder the continued growth of our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7

Denomination: Baptist

Being Enlarged In His Life

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Sep 30, 2001

And perhaps a more comprehensive statement of the feelings with which the gay people of the world regard Christians cannot be found than in this expression, "as sorrowful." True, they are not free from sorrow. They are tried like others. They have peculia

Being Enlarged in His Life 2 Cor. 6:10 As made sorrowful yet always rejoicing; as poor yet enriching many; as having nothing and yet possessing all things. As sorrowful, Grieving, afflicted, troubled, sad. Under these sufferings we seem always to be cast down and sad. We endure afflictions that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Get Straight In A Crooked Church

Contributed by Derrick Moore on Oct 8, 2001

The reality that even when we feel like people in the church are crooked we can still get strainght if we keep are eyes on Jesus.

How to Get Straight in a Crooked Church Luke 13:10-17 INTRO: I believe that those of you who are students of the word would certainly conqer with me tonight that bible never seeks to conceal or hide the fact that there have been crooked dealings taking place among the people of God. This book, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

How To Present The Gospel To Materialists And Philosophers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 12, 2002

How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34

How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34 Illustration:A recent survey of Discipleship Journal readers ranked areas of greatest spiritual challenge to them: 1. Materialism. 2. Pride. 3. Self-centeredness. 4. Laziness. 5. (Tie) Anger/Bitterness. 5. (Tie) Sexual ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Training Kingdom Kids

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 20, 2003

The directive to the citizen of the kingdom of God is "seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness." The pursuit of the kingdom should be the organizing principle of every follower of Christ. Christian parents are called to embrace this pursuit a

TRAINING KINGDOM KIDS PROVERBS 22:6 "Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it." INTRODUCTION: Jesus taught the importance of children. He said that the children who came to Him were pictures of those who are citizens of His kingdom. In Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Baptist

Listening For God

Contributed by Alan Tison on Dec 23, 2003

How do we hear the voice of God, Samuel’s life emualtes 4 traits we should have in order to listen to the call of God

Sermon Title: Listening for God Text: 1 Samuel 3:1-10 Introduction: The following are actual bloopers found in church bulletins. · The scouts are saving aluminum cans, bottles and other items for recycling. Proceeds will be used to cripple children. · Next Sunday’s Message – WHAT IS HELL, come ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preaching Of The King Series

Contributed by Paul George on Jan 14, 2004

It verse 11 it seems like Jesus’ attention is turned from the multitude to His disciples.

The Preaching of the King – Part 7 Matthew 5:11-16 In verse 10 Jesus said the blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness sake. It verse 11 it seems like Jesus’ attention is turned from the multitude to His disciples. Persecution is the usual experience of God’s people, but it is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-16

Denomination: Holiness

The Prophetic Parables Of Matthew 13

Contributed by Paul George on Jan 16, 2004

The preaching of the parables occurred on the day of the controversies over the Sabbath and the condemnation of the Pharisees.

The Prophetic Parables of Matthew 13 Matthew 13:1-2 The thirteenth chapter of Matthew flows out of chapter 12. The preaching of the parables occurred on the day of the controversies over the Sabbath and the condemnation of the Pharisees. “That day Jesus went out of the house and was sitting by the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-2

Denomination: Holiness

Seven Wonders Of The Word Of God

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 19, 2003

The Wonder of it’s Inspiration, The Wonder of it’s Formation, The Wonder of it’s Preservation, The Wonder of it’s Design, The Wonder of It’s Power, The Wonder of its Message, and The Wonder of it’s Promises.

Seven Wonders Of The Word Of God Ps 19:7-14 7 The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. 8 The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes. 9 The fear ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:7-14, 1 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Baptist