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Following The Grand Illusion

Contributed by Bill Huffhine on Jun 11, 2004

A message about the universal condition of human sinfulness and depravity and how we got to this point, taken from the first 3 chapters of Romans.

A few moments ago I performed for you a very poor illusion. My attempt was to so distort your perception of reality that you would believe with your mind that I had actually caused the band to disappear. I, however, am not an illusionist. Neither my techniques or presentation were ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-32

Denomination: Free Methodist

Showing Hospitality Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jan 3, 2007

In 14 verses John tells us things that no one else really expounds in the entire Bible. He talks about Christian hospitality. He talks about a man who opens his home lovingly, readily and willingly to see the work of the kingdom of God go forward.

Showing Hospitality 3 John 1-14 This book is very short. It is the shortest book in the Bible. In 14 verses John tells us things that no one else really expounds in the entire Bible. He talks about Christian hospitality. He talks about a man who opens his home lovingly, readily and willingly to ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Mennonite

The Psalm Of Betrayal

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 27, 2011

David’s psalm of betrayal. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Sermon Outline: Confidence (vs 1-3) Admission (vs 4) Schemers (vs 5-8) Betrayal (vs 9) Request (vs 10-12) Sermon Content: Ill: • One day, a mother explained to her five-year-old daughter; • That if she chose to disobey her, she would have to live with the consequences. • The little girl ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 41:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

I Love My Church-Sharing Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Apr 7, 2019

This sermon is adapted from the sermon's provided in the "I Love My Church" series developed and marketed by Outreach Ministries

I LOVE MY CHURCH SHARING Key Passage: Matthew 5:13-16 (Projected Aim: Help people see that loving the church impacts the community for the Gospel.) Has anyone here every dreamed of going somewhere for a long time, only to be disappointed in it when you finally got to go there? For years I worked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Preservation Of Truth Commanded Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 6, 2021

Most Christians go their whole life and do not break some of the commandments, but it is not likely that anyone even gets through childhood without breaking this one. We talk so much about other people. We are all mini versions of the National Enquirer.

An unusual trial took place in London in 1670. The defendant was none other than the founder of Pennsylvania, William Penn. He was the leader of the Society Of Friends, known as the Quakers, and he was charged with inciting a riotous, seditious assembly. Parliament had made the Quakers an object ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

A Friend

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Dec 16, 2000

Jesus taking our place on the cross for our sins.

A Friend Suppose you are in prison, you have committed murder or rape or something worthy of death. The judge gave you the death penalty. While you are waiting the execution, they come and let you out and put your friend in your place. He says to you, “I have come to take your place.” We’d say ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:4-11, John 15:10-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jet Tour Through 3 John Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 31, 2000

Introduction to 3 John

3rd John - Hospitality INTRODUCTION: 3rd John, like 2nd John, was probably written as a note to a friend attached to the circulatory Letter of 1st John. Where 2nd John warned against receiving false teachers, 3rd John warns against refusing to show proper hospitality and respect to true servants ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The World Does Not See What We Do In Services.

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Feb 19, 2001

What the world sees is what we do the rest of the time.

The World does not see what we do in Church! The world does not see us singing praises to God, taking communion, praying, giving to God. For the most part the world cannot see what we do in our services. What the world sees is what we do the rest of the time. Matt 5: 13-16 This is more than ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16, John 13:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Dinner For Two"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Feb 9, 2004

The Pharisee thought Jesus was clueless about who was at the dinner table. It was the pharisee what was clueless.

I have been reading my Bible through again this year. When I came to the passage of scriptures about the Old Testament Tabernacle, I became intrigued with this thought, "God wants to have a romantic dinner with us." He has a table (Shew Bread) prepared for us in the Holy Place. It even has the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

The Tongue

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 5, 2003

The power of the tongue can destroy ministries

The Tongue James 3: 1-12 The Power of the Tongue : 1-2, 5-6 The Problem of Control of the Tongue 3-4, 7-8 The Positive and Negative Actions of the Tongue 9-12 a)The Power of the Tongue : Jas. 1-2, 5-6 It can destroy ministry 1 Tim 3:2 - the elder 1 Tim 3:12 - the elder’s wife. A woman’s ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

When Silence Is Golden

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jul 31, 2006

Sometimes the best thing to say is nothing - What God’s word says about Silence in Psalms

When Silence Is Golden Psalm 39: 1 Introduction A. The Psalmist Makes a Good Resolution 1. It is a resolution about sinful words 2. It is a resolution that would be good for us all 3. "It is good when we can strengthen ourselves in doing right by remembering a wise resolution" ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 39:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Is That Your Problem? Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 18, 2006

We are all sinners, & God treats us like sinners; now, doesn’t that comfort your heart & give your peace?

Romans 2:11-17 God has no preferential treatment for one person over another. Acts 10:34-35; We are all sinners, & God treats us like sinners. Now, doesn’t that comfort your heart & give your peace? 1) The Law is what comdemns us all. • "The Law" means the Law of God, the Law of Moses, the Ten ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:11-17

The Tongue

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 18, 2003

Some notes and Scriptures on "the Tongue"

The Tongue James 3: 1-12 The Power of the Tongue : 3:1-2, 5-6 The Problem of Control of the Tongue 3:3-4, 7-8 The Positive and Negative Actions of the Tongue 3:9-12 a)The Power of the Tongue : Jas. 1-2, 5-6 It can destroy ministry 1 Tim 3:2 - the elder 1 Tim 3:12 - the elder’s wife. A ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

What Does Sound Doctrine Look Like When It Is All Dressed And On Display? Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001

THE CONDUCT OF EVERY SEGMENT OF THE CHURCH MUST REFLECT AND ENHANCE (ADORN) THE MESSAGE OF SOUND DOCTRINE RATHER THAN DETRACT

BIG IDEA: THE CONDUCT OF EVERY SEGMENT OF THE CHURCH MUST REFLECT AND ENHANCE (ADORN) THE MESSAGE OF SOUND DOCTRINE RATHER THAN DETRACT (:1) INTRODUCTION A. Responsibility of the Spiritual Leaders to Instruct in Appropriate Conduct "But as for you, speak the things" B. Key: Only Certain Conduct ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Law

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Dec 28, 2004

The Law cannot set you free. The Law cannot deliver us from the old nature. While the inward man may delight in the Law of God (Psalms 119:35) the old nature delights in breaking the Law of God.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A man is driving with his wife at his side and his mother-in-law in the back seat. The women just won’t leave him alone. His mother-in-law says, "You’re driving too fast!" His wife says, "Stay more to the left." After ten mixed orders, the man turns to his wife and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:21-25

Denomination: Baptist