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Questions Answered In The Heart Of God

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Sep 25, 2006

Everything that we see in creation is an expression of the heart of God. Because before it existed the only place it could be seen was in the heart of God. Miracles for you and for the world are still hid in the heart of God. We need to get these out of H

IAN JOHNSON www.papelim.org.nz Today I want us to remember that God created the world in Six days. Out of nothing He spoke every thing into existence. It is in fact the worlds birthday according to Jewish tradition today “Rosh Hashanah” 5767. Everything that we see in creation is an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

It Takes A Thief Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 5, 2008

Not only SIMPLE STEALING, but 5 other types of SOPHISTICATED STEALING, as well as the truth about SPIRITUAL STEALING. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint.

It Takes a Thief Exodus 20:15 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/TakesAThief.html The popular TV show is back, where crooks teach us how to protect ourselves from people like them. But the Bible says, we ARE people like them! Synonyms for stealing: Extortion, burglary, defraud, misappropriate, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Baptist

How God's Mercy Works Series

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Sep 2, 2009

Paul praised the God of mercy for healing Epaphroditus from illness. In Philippians 2:25-30 we learn "How God’s Mercy Works" as we see it in action in the lives of Paul, Epaphroditus and Philippian Christians.

A STUDY IN PHILIPPIANS “How God’s Mercy Works” Philippians 2:25-30 ________________________________________ There were 2 main reasons Paul wrote verses 25-30. 1. Paul’s first reason for writing verses 25-30 was to give the Philippian Christians EMOTIONAL COMFORT. In other words, he wanted to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

Out Of Darkness - Light Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Dec 21, 2006

Out of the darkness that surrounded the first Christmas, God brought the LIGHT.

Introduction: [“Flicker” video from Sermonspice.com] In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Taking Risks And Living A Life Of Adventure

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 9, 2009

Living a life of risk taking for God is the key to experiencing the abundant and adventurous life God has for us - this message is a challenge to a life of godly calculated risks.

Cultivating a Spirit of adventure. Anyone here tonight who wants to live a boring life? How about a meaningless life? Jn.10:10 – “I have come that they might have life and have it to the full.” Fear paralyzes us and prevents us from experiencing the abundant life. Fear impacts every area of our ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blank Checks

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 12, 2007

God answers our prayers...so what do you pray for?

Blank Checks We are using the same block of scripture this morning, technically last Sunday I only covered three or 4 of the verses. This particular scripture has this repeating pattern using the word abiding that can make it easy to skip over like a flat rock across a pond, just touching down ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

What It Means To Be A Committed Leader

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 10, 2006

There are no insignificant ministries in the church. Every person serving in the church make up a network of volunteers for Jesus.

What It Means to be a Committed Leader I Corinthians 3:5-6 This past week I received the following “Christian One Liners” in an e-mail. Don’t let your worries get the best of you; remember, Moses started out as a basket case. Some people are kind, polite, and sweet-spirited until you try to sit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:5-6

Denomination: Free Methodist

How To Handle An Unjust Attack (I) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017

Have you ever been verbally attacked and it seemed to come out of nowhere? This message shares understanding about what may be going on and how the Christian is to respond to unjust attacks.

Mark 10:29-31 10/23/16 I take as our subject this afternoon, “How to Handle an Unjust Attack.” Have you ever been verbally attacked and it seemed to come out of nowhere? Have you ever been blindsided by someone you thought was your friend? Have you ever with all good intentions spoken the word of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-16, 2 Timothy 3:12, Mark 10:29-31

Denomination: Charismatic

It’s A Matter Of Choice

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 6, 2016

This is part of the Sermon on the Mount series that ideals with the choices we make and how they affect not only our present but our future destiny.

Sermon on the Mount “It’s a Matter of Choice” Matthew 6:19-34 We are all like a little child hovering over a box of candy. Our tongues are busy licking our lips over the choices before us. There’s chocolate covered cherry crème, chocolate peppermint, chocolate caramel, chocolate turtles, and the ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

"The High Cost Of Discipleship"

Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 22, 2013

In this message we look at the real cost of discipleship. We have watered it down for today's culture. Jesus never did that.

“The High Cost of Discipleship” Luke 14:25-35 Last week we left the disciples standing on the shore. They had just brought in such a large catch of fish that the nets were nearly breaking and when they placed all the fish in the boats they began to sink. Jesus said to them, come and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

Ready For Christ’s Return

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 1, 2013

There are some who are eagerly waiting for Christ's return, In fact some don't want Him to return now and desire to continue doing what they are and then there are those who believe this is just a hoax and don't believe that He will ever return. Which one

Opening illustration: A teacher tells her young students, “Class, I’m going down the hall for a few minutes. I don’t expect to be away long. I’m sure there won’t be any trouble. I trust you to work on your assignments while I’m gone.” Fifteen minutes pass, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Acting On Faith Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 21, 2012

Ruth acts on the faith she has in Naomi... Naomi instructs Ruth based on her faith in what God is doing!

TEACHING BRIEF Date Written: August 5, 2012 Date Taught: August 8, 2012 Church: OPBC (Wed Night) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series Title: A Study in the Book of Ruth Sermon Title: Acting On Faith Text: Ruth 3:1-18 NLT (read ALL passage here) Introduction: Now we have seen Naomi and Ruth come ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Response Of Saving Faith-8 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 26, 2012

8 of ? The Hebrews writer recounted the very practical responses which faith had wrought in their forebears/ancestors. Saving faith yields practical responses to life. Saving faith meets life’s challenge with...

A RESPONSE Of SAVING FAITH-VIII—Hebrews 11:3-40 Attention: Faithfulness The front door was accidentally left open & our dog was gone. After unsuccessfully whistling & calling, my husband got in the car & went looking for him. He drove around the neighborhood for some time with no ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:3-40

Denomination: Baptist

Using The Gifts God Gave You Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 30, 2012

serving, gifts, obedience, and surrender

USING THE GIFTS GOD GAVE YOU Matt 25: 14-30 (702) May 23, 2010 INTRODUCTION Being a disciple of Jesus involves taking a risk…"to deny yourself and take up your cross and start following Jesus is risky business. Discipleship involves surrender… giving up my time, my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jochebed! Who? Trusting God Exodus 2 V1-10

Contributed by Roger Whipp on Dec 29, 2014

Jochebed, Moses mother trusted God with the most important thing in her life. Are we prepared to do the same?

I guess for most Police Officers, the most stressful part of the job is appearing at court. I shall never forget my first Crown Court appearance, and the first time I gave evidence at Court 1 at The Old Baily. Generally it’s not because you have done anything wrong, or as some might ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: *other