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We Become Like We Worship

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 11, 2010

An underlying premise of The Revelation is that all humankind has a devotion to one God or another and we become like that which we worship.

WE BECOME LIKE WHAT WE WORSHIP* Revelation 5:1-14 Sermon Objective: An underlying premise of The Revelation is that all humankind has a devotion to one God or another and we become like that which we worship. INTRO: When my daughter was about four years old, I began to notice how she imitated ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Thank God For Wisdom Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 28, 2007

This message is included in a series from the book of Job.

“THANK GOD FOR WISDOM” Job 28:12-28 INTRO – T’giving week – so many things that we can and will give thanks for in our lives – health, families, friends, church – Community T’giving service There was once a man who was pursued by a roaring hungry lion. As that lion was sprinting after him, he ...read more

Scripture: Job 28:12-28

Denomination: Baptist

Preparation Is Everything Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 22, 2016

Being a successful witness will take preparation.

Preparation Is Everything Text: Acts 17:1-9 Introduction 1. Illustration: Several centuries ago, a Japanese emperor commissioned an artist to paint a bird. A number of months passed, then several years, and still no painting was brought to the palace. Finally the emperor became so exasperated ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

His Own Special People - Part 2

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Jul 2, 2020

There must be growth in the life of one who professes Christ as their Savior.

(1 Pet 2:9 NKJV) But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; (1 Pet 2:10 NKJV) who once were not a people but are now the people of God, who had not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-2, 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Fresh Start

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jan 2, 2022

New Years Sermon about being able to start over again when we encounter Jesus.

A Fresh Start Introduction Luke 7:36-50 NRSV A Sinful Woman Forgiven 36 One of the Pharisees asked Jesus [j] to eat with him, and he went into the Pharisee’s house and took his place at the table. 37 And a woman in the city, who was a sinner, having learned that he was eating in the ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Friends Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 10, 2024

Based on Colossians 4:7-18 - Encourages hearers to be a godly friend & to have godly friends.

“FRIENDS” Colossians 4:7-18 FBCF – 8/25/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Do you have someone in your life that you can just be real with? Don’t have to pretend like you’re happy when you’re not…in a good mood when you’re not…talk when you don’t want to talk…it’s not awkward to just sit in silence with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

An Eager Spirit Series

Contributed by Bart Leger on Aug 19, 2007

If you were to characterize your approach toward your Christian service would you identify yourself with a racehorse eager to bolt out of the gate or the broken down nag lazily munching grass in the back forty? What will make the difference?

An Eager Spirit If you were to characterize your approach toward your Christian service would you identify yourself with a racehorse eager to bolt out of the gate or the broken down nag lazily munching grass in the back forty? Or how about a sprinter at the starting blocks ready for the starting ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

My Disciples

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 4, 2010

What does it take to be an authentic disciple of Christ Jesus?

Luke 14: 25 - 35 / My Disciples Intro: A wise grandfather once told his grandchild the following story: “One day as I sat quietly with my dog in the sun of the front porch a large white rabbit suddenly ran across in front of us. The dog jumped up and took off after that big rabbit and began to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Being One

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 8, 2013

Sermon for the 7th Sunday of Easter, the Festival of the Christian Home (Mother's Day), Year C, 2013

John 17: 20 - 26 / Being One Intro: I begin this morning with 4 questions. I want you to raise your hand if you know the answers: 1) What is my full name? 2) Can you name any school that I have attended? 3) What is my favorite color? 4) What is my favorite book of the Bible? Now, I ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Troublesome Tenants

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 4, 2008

We are tenants of God’s kingdom and our choice is either to be troublesome or devoted.

Troublesome Tenants - Matthew 21: 33-46 Intro: When considering purchasing rental property, here are a few things to keep in mind: 1) A tenant’s ability to see dirt and damage is much greater when they move in than when they move out. 2) Everything in your rental will break 100 times faster ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

If You Choose

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 9, 2012

Sixth Sunday After Epiphany Year B

Mark 1: 40 – 45 & 2 Kings 5: 1 - 14 / If You Choose Intro: One day a lion decided to make sure all the other animals knew he was the king of the jungle. He by-passed the smaller animals and went to the bear – “Why you are, of course!” tiger – “Everyone ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Weeds

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 16, 2020

Are we weeds or wheat? No one is completely either one.

Weeds Matthew 13: 24 - 30 Intro: A man was stopped at a traffic light and when the light turned green he was distracted and didn’t budge. The lady in the car behind him started honking her horn again and again pounding on the steering wheel. Just as the light turned yellow, the man wakened from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ask Anything

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 3, 2022

What questions would you ask Jesus if He were here?

Ask Anything – John 14: 8 - 17 Intro: Take a moment this morning and think about what question or questions you would have for Jesus if he were here, in this place, this morning. Most pastors believe the members of their church look to them as someone who speaks for God. ...read more

Scripture: John 14:8-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Alpha And Omega

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 17, 2021

It is our responsibility as Christians to move the kingdom of God forward in our world.

Alpha and Omega – Revelation 1: 4 - 8 Intro: I would be willing to be that most, if not all of us, have had the experience of meeting someone, perhaps at Walmart or on the street; but, you can’t remember for the life of you who it is. --- Lady Diana Cooper, an ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Persistent Prayer

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 20, 2022

As Christians we should consistently pray for justice and peace to reign.

Persistent Prayer – Luke 18: 1 – 8 Intro: A young entrepreneur came to a “dry town” to build a tavern. There was no law against doing so; but the community was very religiously conservative. Members from the various town church held prayer meetings to pray for God to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed