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Meaning Of Righteousness Part 8 Series

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Jul 6, 2007

Jesus teaching begins to look at hypocrisy.

Matthew 6:1-4 “Beware of practicing your righteousness before men to be noticed by them; otherwise you have no reward with your Father who is in heaven. 2“So when you give to the poor, do not sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, so that they may be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Staying Committed

Contributed by Jack Pladdys on Mar 23, 2010

Right commitment brings right choices which make right people who are blessed abundantly.

I. Who is Committed? A. Show of hands… 1. How many of you like being friends with committed people? a. Giving your time and effort to a cause or person. 2. How many of you have people in your life that you wish would be more committed? 3. How many of you think you are a committed ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The God Of The Suffering Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 11, 2013

In what ways does God use suffering in the life of a Christian? Maybe this lesson can help you think about how God may work when you are suffering.

I would like to follow up on the last sermon that I preached on the problem of evil and where I attempted to show why the unbeliever should not be using the idea of evil as an excuse to reject God. In spite of what the unbeliever may think about God or try to accuse Him of, God has a morally ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Recipe For A Merry Christmas Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

If you really want to help others have a merry Christmas, let the Spirit of Christ be incarnated in your flesh, so that your life, acts, and words are used to encourage others.

Back in the 60's, a movie was made telling the story of a man, who, like Job, got so discouraged that he wished he had never been born. His guardian angel granted him his wish, and also the freedom to go back to his hometown to observe the consequences. Nobody knew him, of course, not even ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

The Greatest Gift Is Jesus

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 23, 2020

We look at gift giving - the difficulties of it - and how the gift of Jesus gives us all.

12.24.20 Romans 8:32 32 Indeed, he who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also graciously give us all things along with him? There was once a little girl in child care who had spent about an hour meticulously coloring a card to give to her mother. When ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:32

Denomination: Lutheran

Your Personal Commitment

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jan 9, 2021

Make a personal commitment to pray. We are called to pray to strengthen our relationship with Christ and to pray for others, who are broken and weary. Make a personal commitment to be present in church.

Your Personal Commitment Once there was a great story teller, who only had a fourth grade education. One of his favorite stories was about a chicken and a pig, who encountered a hungry man besides the road. Moved with compassion, the chicken said to the pig, “Why don’t you and I go together and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Generosity, Kindness, And Compassion Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 9, 2019

Generosity, kindness, and compassion comes from allowing Christ to give you His heart for people

Toolbox of Faith series Generosity, kindness, and compassion 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 Prayer- This morning Father, I ask that you would speak to our hearts and minister to our souls of the importance of being kind, being generous, and having a heart of compassion for the lost and for the people that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Nazarene

God Wants To Be First. Series

Contributed by James Webster on Apr 25, 2015

Abram had an Old Testament experience with an Old Testament symbol of Christ and he gave to Him first. God wants to be first.

MESSAGE SERIES “Look to the Stars”- Message III The Life of Abraham God keeps His promises; we must remain obedient to Him even when the future isn’t clear.” INTRODUCTION OF SERIES We are doing a series on Sunday mornings, titled, “LOOK TO THE STARS” The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:18-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Showing The Father’s Love

Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 6, 2015

The way a Dad loves and the way a Dad lives are very important to God, to our kids, and to our society. Somebody needs to show who God is and what He is like. Here are some basic ways we can show our kids and grandkids the Father’s love.

Showing the Father’s Love 1 John 3:1 “Consider the kind of extravagant love the Father has lavished on us—He calls us children of God! It’s true; we are His beloved children. And in the same way the world didn’t recognize Him, the world does not recognize us ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"What If I Give All I Have?" Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 19, 2011

Giving all we have to God through Jesus Christ. We should give everything because it all belongs to God. And we should give gladly.

I read an alarming statistic. Annually, Americans spend more on dog food than on church contributions. We may want to review some priorities. I also read, “It’s not how much of my money will I give to God, but how much of God’s money will I keep for myself.” The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Christian Church

26. Who Is Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 4, 2018

Out of pure love and at great cost, the Son of God joined humanity in order to redeem it

[IN GOD’S IMAGE 26 – WHO IS JESUS CHRIST?] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, John 1:14, Philippians 2:6-7, John 5:30

Denomination: Christian Church

Sacrificial Giving

Contributed by Greg Yort on Apr 23, 2018

When we give, not just out of our wealth, but as a sacrifice it counts as a credit with God, a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God, that opens up God’s riches to meet our needs.

Textual Idea Paul praised the Philippians for their sacrificial giving, not as something that he needed, but as a credit to their account with God, a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God, that opened up the heavens to meet their needs. Sermon Idea When we give, not just out ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Rejoice In The Lord Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 2, 2018

Message 25 from Philippians. This is the second message exploring Paul's admonition to rejoice in the Lord.

“Rejoice in the Lord” Part two I have found practicing last week’s message an actual source of joy. Throughout the day, I have declared, “I choose joy.” I look forward to completing this important topic. Paul specified some specific joy related actions throughout chapter four. • Stand firm in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

How To Give To God

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jun 27, 2015

What we give to God and how we give it shows just how much we really love him, and it shows how grateful we are for the love and blessings we receive from him. We are accountable to God for how we use the gifts he has given us.

Let's take a walk down memory lane for a moment. Some of you, especially the older members of this congregation, may remember a famous comedian named Flip Wilson. He had a weekly TV comedy show back in the 70s, and one of his favorite characters was a preacher named Brother Leroy. In one skit, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:7-15

Denomination: Anglican

I Am The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 8, 2020

A series on the I AM statements of Jesus and what they mean for us.

I AM the Bread of Life May 3, 2020 John 6:25-41 There was a health-food restaurant with a billboard that read, “Eat here and live a long life!” Not wanting to be outdone, the barbeque place next-door put up a sign saying - “Eat here and die happy!” Food, glorious food. For some food seems like ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-41

Denomination: Baptist