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Power Through Memorization

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 30, 2006

The Why & How to Memorization

Power Through Memorization Dante Gabriel Rossetti, the famous 19th-century poet and artist, was once approached by an elderlyman. The old fellow had some sketches and drawings that he wanted Rossetti to look at and tell him if they were any good, or if they at least showed potential talent. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

My Trials, So Hard, Will Soon Be Over

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 3, 2006

Everyone has trouble and the psalmist displays 3 attitudes that will allow God to draw us out of despair.

The Psalmist displays 3 things that will help overcome despair: 1. Passion (42:1) a. There’s a story of a young American engineer who was sent to Ireland by his company. It was a two-year assignment. He had accepted it because it would enable him to earn enough to marry his long-time girlfriend. ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Fellowship Of The Called

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 10, 2006

The partnership of serving God as a holy priesthood.

THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE CALLED A revival message 1 Peter 2:4-5; 9-12 Sunday, October 23, 2005 Pastor Brian Matherlee CHRISTIAN FOOTBALL!! Quarterback Sneak - Church members quietly leaving during the invitation. Draw Play - What many children do with the bulletin during worship. Half-time - The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Are You A Workman Or A Watcher?

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 17, 2005

Descriptions of being a workman for the Lord as found in 2 Tim 2:14-26.

Last Wednesday night we talked about several ways to witness and talk to others, and this morning is a continuation of that message in how our witness translates to the work of the ministry. I have found some sayings from various places around the web that seem to apply to almost any situation, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Loves Me

Contributed by Dennis Casanova on Apr 16, 2004

The Apostle John was proud to be loved by Jesus - we are all loved by Jesus and need to proclaim it proudly as John did.

I am new at writing sermons. I invite your comments and assistance (no I beg them) as I wish to grow. This Sermon is short but I feel it says all it needs to say. I have no congregation, no church, no wall full of Christian degrees, there is no reason that you should follow my urgings except ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26, John 13:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"If It Ain't Broke It Needs Fixin"

Contributed by Michael Reeves on Jun 12, 2004

A message on the importance of Brokenness in a Crhistian’s life.

If It Ain’t Broke It Needs Fixin Psalms 34:17-19, 51:17 I’m sure most of us here this morning have heard the expressions such as: “Why don’t you leave well enough alone” “Don’t kick a sleeping dog “. “If it aint broke don’t fix it”. If something is working leave it alone and let it continue. While ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:17-19, Psalm 51:17

Denomination: Baptist

Why We Must Warn People Of God's Judgment

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 14, 2004

If you knew that a poisonous snake was crawling around in your back yard, it would be most cruel to allow your children to go out and play. Similarly, God wants us to warn others of the dangers of sin in the world, the flesh and the devil that seek to bri

Ezekial 33:1-25 – Why We Must Warn People of God’s Judgment "Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel; so hear the word I speak and give them warning from me. When I say to the wicked, O wicked man, you will surely die and you do not speak out to dissuade him from his ways, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding The Invisible

Contributed by Stuart Blount on Jun 16, 2004

To receive the impossible we need to believe in the invisible! Our invisible God always works in the visible!

To receive the impossible we need to believe in the invisible! The Invisible World – Much of our world today believes in an invisible realm. One we cannot see or touch in a material sense. Apart from the fact that the majority of the world’s population believes in one form of deity or another we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Rod Of God

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Aug 18, 2004

Just as Moses had the Rod of God in the OT we have the Holy Spirit in the NT. The Rod was that which God used to demonstrate his power in the OT. He chooses the HS working on our lives today to demonstrate his power

The Rod of God Pastor Jamie Wright œ Maranatha Fellowship Church œ 08-15-04 Exodus 4:20 and Moses took the rod of God in his hand. Numbers 17:9 and they looked, and took every man his rod. One of the most devastating and costly mistakes made by some churches of our day is their conscious ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The King And A Donkey

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Mar 18, 2005

The triumphant entry of the King into Jerusalem, just days before being crusified.

These are the events of our Lord’s last week of ministry; Sunday—Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem Monday—Jesus cleanses the temple of the money changers Tuesday—Controversies with the Jewish leaders Wednesday—maybe a day of rest Thursday—Preparation for the Passover and The Lord’s supper ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fifteen Tactful Tips Enabled By The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 18, 2004

The Holy Spirit allowed Paul to leave a legacy of diplomacy for all people to learn from. Paul left a record of how to approach men of authority with tact, respect and statesmanship.

Fifteen Tactful Tips Enabled by the Holy Spirit (Acts 26:1-26:28) Illustration: Dave and his wife Sue were asked about the delicate art of constructive criticism. Sue said, "I think Christ’s example in John 1:14 is helpful. That verse describes Jesus as being ’full of grace and truth.’ I see a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fellowship Of Christians

Contributed by Earl Graston on Jul 7, 2005

Christians need each other

FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIANS 7-3-2005 1 John 1:3 “that which we have seen and heard we declare to you, that you also may have fellowship with us; and truly our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son Jesus Christ” In the fall of the year, Linda, a young woman, was traveling alone up the rutted ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Reality Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Jul 12, 2005

This sermon is the second sermon in the series titled Heaven or Hell. This sermon deals with the resurrection of the Just.

“The Reality of Heaven” There are 582 references to Heaven in the Bible in 550 different verses. Acts 24:15 (KJV) And have hope toward God, which they themselves also allow, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and unjust. Matthew 25:34 (KJV) Then shall the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:28-29

Jesus' Sorrow Over The Unrepentant

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Sep 29, 2003

This is an evangelistic sermon about how much God loves us and that He died for us.

Jesus’ Sorrow over the Unrepentant Luke 13:31-34 Primary Purpose: To call the congregation to love the Lord and to commit themselves to Him. This is a story of the heart longing of Jesus. How He longs to love every soul and that every soul is important to Him. He hates the sin, but loves the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

Bathroom Scale Christianity

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Oct 18, 2003

Pentecost 17: It is uncomfortable to consider the shortcomings of our faith life. This message focuses on The advice that the Epistle of James gives us to make our faith vital and active.

There is one device in many homes that is despised. It is often ignored and hidden away because we just simply don’t want to deal it. When we use it, it can have a wonderful or terrible effect on us. Is it the lawn mower? No! Is it the microwave oven? No! Is it the vacuum cleaner? No! It’s the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-18

Denomination: Lutheran