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Having A Pit Bull Mentality Equals A New Beginning

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Nov 24, 2007

Because Jesus the Christ did not let go of His mission which was to die on that Old Rugged Cross, we now have a New Beginning.

Introduction: When I think of pit bulls my mind automatically goes to that dog that has a mind set of not letting go. Once it gets a hold of you it will not let go. It is determined no matter what to hold on to its victim until its victim is dead. A pit bull’s jaws are designed to lock together ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

Doesn't It Strike You Strange....

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 4, 2002

Doesn’t it strike you as strange that the birth of an obscure Jewish Carpenter born two thousand years ago has had such an impact on our civilisation unless he really is.........

Brinton, Binham and Blakeney 08-12-02 Doesn’t it strike you as strange? Mark 1:1-8: Today is the second Sunday in Advent – a time that we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus two thousand years ago in a stable in an Inn in a small village called Bethlehem. But doesn’t it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Let God Be True

Contributed by Stephen Foster on Jul 3, 2004

Let God be true, but every man a liar.

Read (Rom 3:4) Let God be true, but every man a liar. There is a plague that is infesting Christianity today, it’s a plague of ignorance combined with the arrogance of man. People today put their thoughts, their feelings, and their word above that of Gods. Read John 12:48 Now we all agree ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Powerful Prayer Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 9, 2008

Timothy and Epaphroditus served God with reckless abandon. They were willing to go wherever God led them.

There’s a subject in school you either love or hate--History. People who lack an appreciation of history don’t learn from it. Military leaders study the lives of great generals and the strategies of past battles. Even with the advent of sophisticated technology on the battlefield there is still ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Congregational

What Doest Thou Here Rich Man? Series

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 6, 2008

Sermon Six in The Series. We interview the Rich Man of Luke 16 and see what led him to the destruction of torment in hell.

From The Desk Of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA WHAT DOEST THOU HERE? Sermon 6 Luke 16:19-31 Intro: I remember as a boy growing up just the sound of the preacher standing before the congregation and announcing his text from Luke 16 would bring a very different atmosphere to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

What Can't A Christian Do

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 14, 2014

An analysis of the problem

A. AN ANALYSIS OF THE PROBLEM 1. It’s becoming acceptable to call some Christians legalists, because the critic disagrees with their issues of separation from the world. 2. It becomes easy to do some questionable practices because they are seen on television, movies, or seen in the lives ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Of James Pt 2

Contributed by Charles La Porte on Jun 18, 2008

Lessons learned from James: 1. Only the messiah is to be Worshiped 2. Greatness is achieved only thru humilty 3. sow to the Spirit and not the flesh

Thanks to everyone who pulled together and made this Easter service a success. approx. 300 people total from the service to the fellowship event… 17 re-commitments for Christ… > 13 born again believers > over 200 Kingdom seed was planted THE LIFE OF JAMES (pt. 2) MATTHEW 17:1-8 = Read & pray Who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Is The Christ Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Dec 15, 2019

The Christ of the Cradles is the Christ of the Cosmos - God Himself becoming a human being.

WHO IN THE WORLD IS CHRIST OF CHRISTMAS John 1:1-14 Bob Marcaurelle “Here is a man who was born in an obscure village, the child of a peasant woman. He grew up in another village. He worked in a carpenter shop until he was thirty, and then for three years He was an itinerant preacher. He ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your Life?

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Jun 26, 2014

God has an amazing plan for our lives, and we need to learn how to trust Him.

JOURNEY THROUGH JAMES #7: WHAT IS YOUR LIFE? INTRO TO TOPIC: This morning I want us to think about our lives. What is your life? • What is God calling you to do? How can you impact and bless others? Think about it! I. WHAT IS YOUR LIFE?: “Come now, you who say, "Today or tomorrow we ...read more

Denomination: *other

You're Gonna Have To Serve Somebody

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Oct 6, 2019

The Big Idea: Resurrection is the basis of our hope and the impetus behind our service to God

"You may be an ambassador to England or France, You may like to gamble—you might like to dance. You may be the heavyweight champion of the world, You might be a socialite with a long string of pearls. But you’re gonna have to serve somebody, yes indeed, You’re gonna have to serve ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8

Denomination: Other

Run Your "race"! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 12, 2019

We are to be diligent in living our Christian lives with a focus on becoming more and more like Jesus Christ!

Because God is Holy and always right, we are to listen to Him and do what He says (this is Biblical faith: believing in God, listening to what He says, and doing what He says!) We have noted from Hebrews 11, God commended many people in living out this Biblical faith. And so, God continues to teach ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Will Raise It Up

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Apr 9, 2020

What a great day this is. We celebrate the anniversary of our risen Saviour.

Discovering God’s Precious Promises “I Will Raise It Up” John 2:12-22 4-12-2020 AM One Solitary Life By Dr James Allan Francis in 1926 "Here is a man who was born in an obscure village, the child of a peasant woman. He grew up in another village. He worked in a carpenter shop until He was ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-22

Denomination: Baptist

"Love, Devotion And Sacrifice” Series

Contributed by William Tan Yh on Jul 16, 2020

When we realize how much Jesus has forgiven us, we will develop a deep love for him. When Jesus hung on the cross, he was looking forward to the joy of saving us so that we can be with him forever. Therefore, let us reciprocate his love by growing in our love for him daily.

Dear Brothers and sister in Christ, I entitled my sharing “Love, Devotion and Sacrifice”. Have you wondered why there are some Christians who seems to be so in love with Jesus? Do you wish to be like them? May the sharing be used by the Holy Spirit to bring us into a deeper love relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:47, Genesis 29:20, John 12:3

Denomination: Charismatic

5. Dedication Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 29, 2020

Jonah’s response to his “second chance” or renewed commission is DEDICATION.

God’s first order was disobeyed. The second order was dedication. It is either dedication or disobedience in our lives. The more you lack dedication to the will of God, the more you will be disobedient. Four thoughts: I. The Spirit of Dedication 1. Jonah arose and went to Nineveh 2. The spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Door Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 18, 2021

This sermon is part of the series Defining Jesus which looks at the "I AM" statements of the Lord.

IDENTIFYING JESUS I AM THE GATE/DOOR JOHN 10:1-11 (NIV) "I TELL YOU THE TRUTH, THE MAN WHO DOES NOT ENTER THE SHEEP PEN BY THE GATE, BUT CLIMBS IN BY SOME OTHER WAY, IS A THIEF AND A ROBBER. 2 THE MAN WHO ENTERS BY THE GATE IS THE SHEPHERD OF HIS SHEEP. 3 THE WATCHMAN OPENS THE GATE FOR HIM, ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-11

Denomination: Baptist