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Live The Alternative - Part 1

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 9, 2001

An exhortation to live a truly alternative lifestyle.

Live The Alternative! Part 1 Galatians 5:16-25 In previous years, Americans have seen the flappers, zoot suiters, beatniks, hippies, punkers, and gangs. Now we have the Goths. Each generation has its group of people seeking an identity that is away from the mainstream. They scoff at society’s ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Who Are You Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 24, 2001

The sermon deals with the need to know who we are, becuase the world seeks to change our name.

"Who Are You" 5/22/95 GNLCC Deuteronomy 18:9-13 Acts 19:8-20 Text Daniel 1 Once we understand who we are, we can avoid a lot of pitfalls in life. We would know which messages are for us and which ones are not. If I ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-16, Acts 19:8-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Get Off The Fence #1 Series

Contributed by Stephen Noel on Dec 5, 2003

This series deals with the complications of compromise, and challenges listeners to get off the fence of indecision and fully go with God!

Today, I want to introduce to you a powerful message from the Lord that gives us a PRIME DIRECTIVE! I am certain, due to the depth and due to the content of the upcoming messages I will be unable to complete this in one service time. · This message will challenge you. · This message will probably ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-25, 1 Kings 18:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Romans 1:8-17 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Dec 21, 2006

Romans 1:8-17

8First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is being reported all over the world. 9God, whom I serve with my whole heart in preaching the gospel of his Son, is my witness how constantly I remember you 10in my prayers at all times; and I pray that now at last by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Bible Church

Christianity In Context Part 1 Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 10, 2007

We can only understand His mercy within the context of all that He has spoken to us in the Scriptures. Be on your guard for those who misuse the message of God’s love and mercy for their own ends.

Christianity in Context, Part-1, Luke 4:4 Introduction Have you ever been misquoted or had your words taken so far out of context that by the time you heard what someone said you said it isn’t what you said at all? As a Pastor I know that words are powerful. As I was doing some research for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:4

Denomination: Christian Church

Lion Tamers - Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 5, 2012

Lions are loud. They are scary. All we see are teeth. So how do you tame the lions in your life?

Lion Tamers - Pt. 1 I. Introduction The king of the jungle. Fierce. Loud. Teeth bared. Claws sharpened. Ready to pounce. Ready to destroy. Infinitely powerful. Striking fear in everyone! Lions. One of the top attractions at zoos and circuses! We don’t mind watching them when they are caged up and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 1:1-14, Judges 14:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Advent Week 1 - 2012 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 4, 2012

How important is celebrating the birthday of Christ? How important was the birth of Christ? How does the differentiation between these two concepts help us sort out the meaningful from the frivolous aspects of December 25?

Galatians 4:4-5 (NASB) “But when the fullness of the time came, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the Law, so that He might redeem those who were under the Law, that we might receive the adoption as sons.” Today is the first Sunday of Advent What is Advent? ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Nazarene

Simple - Pt. 1 - Disciples? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 17, 2019

Jesus confronted the complex. His message was and is simple. Let’s get back to the basics He taught us! Why make it difficult?

Disciples? I. Introduction Some things are complex and complicated. Rubix Cubes. Algebra. Or maybe better said . . . math. Why people in horror movies go into barns, cellars. Why people in action moves never take the gun of the person they disarm when there are more bad guys to face. Women. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20, 1 Corinthians 1:26-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Until We Pray-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 8, 2014

1 of 5 Jesus presented a model to guide His disciple's praying. Our country is not truly free until it seeks God's face. We are not praying & we are not free until we embrace...

French writer Alexis de Tocqueville(author of ‘Democracy in America’(appearing in two volumes: 1835 & 1840), after visiting America in 1831, said, "I sought for the greatness of the United States in her commodious harbors, her ample rivers, her fertile fields, & boundless forests--& it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Beatitudes Of Christ (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 18, 2021

Jesus uses the word blessed nine times in these opening verses. Clearly there is a significant emphasis on being blessed. He reveals the presence and assurance of blessing to those who follow Him.

The Beatitudes of Christ (Part 1) Matthew 5: 3-12 Our text begins the great discourse of Jesus, His preaching of The Sermon on the Mount. His powerful message began with what has become commonly known as the “Beatitudes.” The term beatitude comes from Latin and literally means “happiness or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Significance Of The Gospel (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 9, 2020

Having encountered the grace of God on the Damascus Road, Paul's life and eternity were completely transformed. Knowing what had happened, and the change that had taken place in him, he was convinced of the relevance of the gospel for all men.

The Significance of the Gospel (Part 1) 1 Thessalonians 1: 5-10 In our last study Paul greeted the Thessalonian church, encouraging them in the Lord. He reminded them of their position, revealed his prayer for them, and acknowledged their labor of love. Now his attention is turned toward the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

Chronos - 1 Corinthians 4 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 19, 2022

A growing Christian life has no place for pride. A humble life is one of the best way to witness and acknowledge Jesus to the world we live in.

This week we continue our series called Chronos. A term which means time. We have decided to study the scriptures this year in the order they were published. It gives us a very unique insight into the early church and the struggles of a growing movement. This review of history is important because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Grace - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Jan 30, 2024

As Christians, one of the most important things we need to fully understand is the grace of God. Grace is the most important concept in the Bible, Christianity, and the world. The very center and core of the whole bible is the doctrine of the grace of God.

UNDERSTANDING THE GRACE OF GOD Part 1: WHAT IS GRACE? As Christians, one of the most important things we need to fully understand is the grace of God. Grace is the most important concept in the Bible, Christianity, and the world. The very center and core of the whole bible is the doctrine of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:10

Wanderer.rebel.fool. Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ty Vanhorn on Mar 8, 2016

We are on a mission to reach and equip ‘everyday people’- that is our target audience and our mission field. Not so ironically we, as a church, are made up of those same ‘everyday people’…This sermon series explores how to reach everyday people.

“Wanderer. Rebel. Fool. Everyday People” 2015 Summer Series: A Study of Psalm 107 Part 1 All Scripture References are from New Living Translation. Tyndale House Publishers Inc. Today we’re beginning a New Summer Series called: “Wanderer. Rebel. Fool. Everyday People.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-3, 1 Chronicles 16:1-4, 2 Chronicles 5:11-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Praise In The Presence, 1 Samuel 6 Series

Contributed by Damon S Adams on Jul 8, 2018

This sermon examines the account of David bringing the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem. It considers the right way to approach God in contrast to the wrong way.

Introduction King David is one of the key Old Testament figures from the Bible. How do we remember David? – The shepherd boy who slew Goliath? The might military general? The man after God’s heart? The adulterer and murder? The great king of Israel? . . . Yes, he is all that and more – David is ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 16:14-15, 1 Chronicles 16:1-43, 1 Chronicles 15:1-29, 2 Samuel 6:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational