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I Will Not Let My Church Be About My Preferences And Desires Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 10, 2015

The body of Christ is not about what I want. it's about what Christ wants.

Series: I Am a Church Member (based on and adapted from Thom Rainer’s book by the same name) “I Will Not Let My Church Be About My Preferences and Desires” Mark 9:33-35; Philippians 2:5-11 Open We are in the third week of our book study together. We’ve been ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Protection Of Immanuel Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 11, 2015

When adversity comes in like a flood, don't fear the flood; fear the Lord and keep His Word.

Alan Wright, in his book God Moments, talks about an old-time preacher who once experienced a bad, bumpy flight. So for the rest of his life, he hated airplanes. On one occasion, he sat down next to a calm passenger who noticed the preacher's nerves. “Why are you afraid, Preacher?” ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 8:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Significance Of A New Creation-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 5, 2016

1 of ? Paul clarified the significance of being a new creation in Christ to the Corinthian church. But what is significant about being a new creation in Christ? A new creation is significant in its New...

The SIGNIFICANCE Of A NEW CREATION-I—2Corinthians 5:9--6:10 Attention: The key to our verses— 2Corinthians 5:9--6:10— is 2Cor. 5:17—“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.” Prov. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Not - Mary! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 11, 2016

A series of Advent messages where we are told "Fear Not!"

FEAR NOT Luke 1:26-35, 37-38 December 6, 2015 Last week, through the prophet Isaiah, God told us FEAR NOT! We’re going to continue with that theme and for the next 3 weeks we’re looking at stories where 3 different times angels told people in the Christmas story . . . FEAR NOT! Today ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Rapture Of The Church Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 11, 2016

This sermon deals with the Rapture of the church. It briefly describes the various Rapture Theories, along with going into further detail on the Pre-Tribulation Theory. But the most important element is not the theory, but whether or not we're ready.

The Book of Revelation The Rapture of the Church Revelation 4:1 The concept of the Rapture has captivated the minds and heart of the church like few doctrines have, mainly because most people believe that we are in the last of the last days, and we don’t see our world lasting much longer. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1

Denomination: Foursquare

Why Does God Allow The Innocent To Suffer Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 13, 2016

How can a loving God allow innocent people to be hurt? This sermon uses 7 pillars of truth about God as the foundation to give 7 Reasons why God Allows Suffering.

GOD’S NOT DEAD PART I Unbeliever’s Question: A God who allows horrible tragedies to happen to innocent people is not a god to worship. How can a loving God allow innocent people to be hurt so badly? Question 1 has been asked so frequently by non believers that I cannot imagine there ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:25

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Way And The Truth And The Life Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 26, 2016

Jesus tells us we can trust in His presence, trust in His promises and trust in His path.

I AM THE WAY AND THE TRUTH AND THE LIFE Chuck Swindoll tells this story about R.D. Jones. It had to do with a typographical error in the classified section of a small-town newspaper and the subsequent disastrous attempts to correct it. Things went from bad to worse to horrible. Monday: FOR SALE ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

7th Sunday Of Easter, Year A. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 20, 2023

MAY 17th, 2026.

Acts 1:6-14, Psalm 68:1-10, Psalm 68:32-35, 1 Peter 4:12-14, 1 Peter 5:6-11, John 17:1-11. A). A CHURCH AT PRAYER. Acts 1:6-14. The eleven surviving Apostles had just been told that they would be ‘baptised with the Holy Ghost not many days from now’ (Acts 1:5). Now they were asking the risen ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-14, Psalm 68:1-10, Psalm 68:32-35, 1 Peter 4:12-14, 1 Peter 5:6-11, John 17:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Self Control Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Feb 22, 2023

There are really two halves to today’s message. First, I want to speak on the importance and need for growth in a believer’s life, and second is the importance of self-control.

Do you have everything under control? I mean everything within you – do you all of you in control? Let me just get real serious, real quick here: what is the one item in your life you have trouble controlling? Do you have total self-control in the area of food? Drink? Sex? Your tongue? Today, I ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26, Colossians 1:10, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Matthew 16:27, Mark 13:28-31, Matthew 25:14-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Speaking The Truth

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Mar 6, 2023

“Speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body.” (Ephesians 4:25)

Four high school boys decided to skip the morning classes. After lunch they showed up at school and reported to the teacher that their car had a flat tire. Much to their relief, the teacher smiled and said, “Well, you missed a quiz this morning, so take your seats and get out a pencil and paper.” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-25

Denomination: Other

Romans 1:1-7 The Calling Of God With Grace And Peace To All – Romans Message 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 10, 2023

Paul’s letter to the church is momentous and sets out what might be called, “The gospel according to Paul”. Today we look into the introduction to the letter and see words like grace and peace, and beloved, saints, and the exalted Jesus Christ our Lord.

Romans 1:1-7 THE CALLING OF GOD WITH GRACE AND PEACE TO ALL – Romans Message 1 [A]. BONDSERVANT AND APOSTLE {{Romans 1:1 “Paul, a bond-servant of Christ Jesus, called as an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God.”}} Romans has been called the Gospel according to Paul and I love that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7, 1 Peter 1:8-12, Jeremiah 23:5, Psalm 132:1, Ephesians 2:20, Isaiah 1:5-6, Isaiah 1:18, 2 Corinthians 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Kingdom Greatness

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Mar 11, 2023

Have you ever wanted to be first or maybe to be desired to be the best at something?

Kingdom Greatness Mat 18:1-7 Have you ever wanted to be first or maybe to be desired to be the best at something? You know, from my own childhood experiences and now in my latter years, I have heard children getting ready to go somewhere or do something that requires getting into a line, one or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

The Incomparable Christ: Talk #2: 'the Miracles Of Jesus.' Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 12, 2023

The Incomparable Christ: ‘The miracles of Jesus' - John chapter 20 verses 30-31 (Seven miracle signs in John's Gospel) - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Question #1: what is a miracle? Answer #1: Something caused by God. Question #2: Is there any evidence for the miracles of Jesus? Answer #2: eyewitness testimony. Question #3: What type of miracles did Jesus perform? Answer #3: Jesus performed four types of miracles Question #4: ...read more

Scripture: John 20:30-31

Denomination: Brethren

Battle Ready: Suit Up - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Martin Spoelstra on Mar 14, 2023

Each piece of the armour of God that we are asked to put on is directed to one of the ways in which Satan attacks Christians. Satan accuses, strikes like a snake, tempts and deceives. There are six pieces of armour and these five protect us. If we are going to be battle ready, we better suit up!

Big Idea: Each piece of armour that we are asked to put on is directed to one of the ways in which Satan attacks Christians. Satan accuses, strikes like a snake, tempts and deceives. There are six pieces of armour and these five protect us. They stand for truth, righteousness, the peace that comes ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-17, Isaiah 59:17, Isaiah 52:7, 2 Kings 6:12-17, Ephesians 4:20-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Courage-Filled Heart

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 19, 2023

A heart filled with courage possess those qualities that enables a person to face difficulty, danger, disappointment, despair, death, and whatever else life throws at them. So, I think it’s safe to say we all need courage to face these challenges of life. The message is from the life of Joshua.

A Christian’s Heart “A Courage-Filled Heart” Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZzNn1r0XVE A heart filled with courage possess those qualities that enables a person to face difficulty, danger, disappointment, despair, death, and whatever else life throws at them. We ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Joshua 1:9

Denomination: Foursquare