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Why Did We Change The Grape Juice To Wine In The Communion Cup?

Contributed by Scott Carroll on May 21, 2011

A Biblical View of Wine and the Cultural Influences that Shaped the Church to Change Its Practice of Communion

Why Did We Change the Grape Juice to Wine in the Communion Cup? A Biblical View of Wine and the Cultural Influences that Shaped the Church to Change Its Practice of Communion The Use of Wine in the Bible Before I speak directly about the element of wine in communion, it is necessary to take a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:27-29, Matthew 26:29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Do I Get There? Patience!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 15, 2023

WAITING CAN CARRY A LOT OF WEIGHT. Over night successes are very rare. We must be faithful to your post of duty.

HOW DO YOU GET THERE? EXPECTING, PATIENTLY WAITING (Two part lesson) By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) *NEED: lacking, to be in want, necessary, water, food, shelter and friends. *WAIT: ANTICIPATION, expect until, state of hope, *PATIENCE: to bear ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:16, Luke 21:19, Ecclesiastes 7:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Share Your Faith Without Losing A Friend Series

Contributed by Eddie Johnson on Mar 24, 2002

Taking a fresh, bold look at relational evangelism.

"The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise." - Proverbs 11:30 Our Problem: Man believers think that the punishment for being a Christian is evangelism "Christians and non-Christians have something in common. We are both uptight about evangelism." God’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With Sin

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Apr 13, 2002

Three actions one needs to take in dealing with his own personal sins.

Title: Dealing With Sin Three Actions You Need To Take 1 John 1:5 – 2:2 5 Now this is the gospel message we have heard from him and announce to you: God is light, and in him there is no darkness at all. 6 If we say we have fellowship with him and yet keep on walking in the darkness, we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Father's Fingerprint

Contributed by Greg Adams on Aug 6, 2002

We are sealed with the Holy Spirit and NO ONE can take His seal away.

The Father’s Fingerprint Ephesians 1:13-14 I. The Seal Of A King (v. 13b) “..having believed, you were sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise....” What kind of seal is Paul talking about? An official mark of identification placed on a letter, contract, or document. * When royal business ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Flooded Foundations

Contributed by Oris Hubbard on Jan 17, 2001

The foundations on which we build our lives are vitally important. Preached following Hurricane Floyd flood in North Carolina.

Introduction: As I speak, there are over 4000 people in emergency shelters in North Carolina. Most of these, our neighbors, are in these shelters because they have been run from their homes by the flood waters of the Tar, the Neuse, the Trent Rivers and various streams that have turned into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where To From Here?

Contributed by Dm Schnur on Mar 20, 2001

When you come in contact with the Lord, there’s a choice that has to be made: Will you follow Him and go forward? Or will you turn and go back to where you came from?

Ex 14:13-15 Where to from here? I) Background of Text A) Israel slaves in Egypt B) Moses returns to deliver them C) Movie - Prince of Egypt (depicts it well) II) When Israel got to Jordan there was a decision to make A) Go forward or backward - no other choice 1) No standing still in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:13-15

Qualifications Of A Church Planter

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

Qualifications of a Church Planter

Qualifications of a Church Planter I. Spiritual Characteristics A. Committed to Christ, the Church, and to the great commission of Matthew 28:19,20. B. Possessing the gifts, callings, and leading to plant and grow a church. C. Filled by the Spirit of God to love people who may not be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can The Lord Help You Handle Prolonged Disputes?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Keep your attitude, thoughts and lifestyle calm and above reproach. Paul writes, "Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you

What are some of the Biblical guidelines for handling controversies? 1. Keep your attitude, thoughts and lifestyle calm and above reproach. Paul writes, "Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Better Than Gold

Contributed by David Parks on Nov 1, 2002

The names of some of Americas most famous CEO do not now mean what they once did. Imagine the sense of humiliation they now feel compared to the pride they used to feel.

Something Better Than Gold TEXT: INTRODUCTION: 1. Discuss the changes in attitudes taking place in moderns. 2. Cf article filed: Ethics Report. 3. Transparencies Ethics Teens. DISCUSSION: I. A Good Name A. Proverbs 22:1 A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, loving favor ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:1, James 4:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ezekiel

Contributed by David Heasler on Mar 8, 2004

The Ministry of the Prophet

Ezekiel Our Story begins ... During the time of ... the divided kingdom When Israel was divided into north & south, into Israel &Judah. Both had been unfaithful. Israel had been destroyed. In 605 BC ... Nebuchadnezar of Babylon conquered Judah Ezekiel ... 17 years old at the time, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-9, 1 Corinthians 14:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Change Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Matthew Brown on Apr 16, 2004

Change can be scary, but it’s necessary.

Change part 2 Jos 1:6-9 Be strong and courageous, because you will help these people take possession of the land I swore to give their ancestors. (7) "Only be strong and very courageous, faithfully doing everything in the teachings that my servant Moses commanded you. Don’t turn away from ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cross Of Christ

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Aug 22, 2005

The Roman Emperor Constantine saw the sign of a Cross in the sky which had a decisive effect on both his military career and spiritual life.

On 29th October AD 312 the first Roman Emperor converted to the Christian faith, Constantine the Great, entered Rome. He was a worshipper of the sun god, Sol. On 28th October the forces he commanded were trying to conquer Rome. There was a great battle to take a bridge leading to the city. His ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is Your Hope? Pt 4 Series

Contributed by Bill Lyle on Sep 12, 2006

A Study in First Peter

1 Peter 1:13-16 Where is your hope? I. What are the truths that require action A. You are loved by God! vs. 2 B. You are sanctified by the Spirit of God! vs. 2 C. You are born again! vs. 3 D. You have a living hope! vs. 3 E. You have an inheritance! vs. 4 F. You will face trials! vs. 6 G. You ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Am To Blessed To Be Depressed.

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Jul 15, 2003

WE SOME TIMES FORGET HOW BLESSED WE ARE.

IST PETER 1;VERSE 3, TEXT. BLESSED BE THE GOD AND FATHER OF OUR LORD JESUS CHIRST. TITLE, I AM TO BLESSED TO BE DEPRESSED. WE LIVE IN A DAY AND A HOUR WHEN SO MANY PEOPLE ARE DOWN CAST AND DEPRESSED, THEY WALK AROUND LIKE GOD IS NOT ON HIS THRONE AND GOD IS NOT ALIVE. I HAVE GOOD NEWS TO TELL ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-8