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The Magnitude Of His Grace Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 29, 2004

based on 36 ratings

| 5,750 views

From the father’s reactions in the parable of the prodigal son, understand the magnitude of God’s grace for sinners.

Focus on the father’s responses in the parable of the prodigal son - Verses 22-24; 31-32 We are going to focus on the father in this story today. In order to understand this parable, we need to start with 15:1-2 “Now the tax collectors and "sinners" were all gathering around to hear him. 2But the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Once Life Is Over

Contributed by Mike Turner on Apr 24, 2004

based on 419 ratings

| 33,984 views

We have many opportunities in this life. We must take advantage of them...because once life is over.....

Once Life Is Over (LK. 16:19-31) Joke: The End Is Near None of us know when the end is. We do not have privy to how much time we have left before we meet God......that is why how we live our life is so important. Prov. 27:1 Boast not thyself of tomorrow for thou knowest not what a day may ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

7 Habits Of Welcoming Churches Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on May 10, 2004

based on 37 ratings

| 9,562 views

God expects his people to welcome both the weak in faith and the strong.

One of my fond childhood experiences is that of watching my mother work in the kitchen preparing to bake cookies, cakes, or cinnamon rolls. With her apron on she would take the ingredients and mix them, sometimes with my help, and then put them into a pan or on a cookie sheet and put them into ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

The People Who Missed Christmas

Contributed by Greg Warren on Dec 13, 2003

based on 39 ratings

| 14,827 views

Discusses the Biblical people who missed the miracle of the first Christmas and applies these principles to how people miss Christmas’ true maning today. Illustrations from Sermon Central contributers are incorporated.

Have you ever missed a great opportunity? The story is told of a small resort area along the east coast that was having an open town meeting concerning some financial problems they were facing. Among the two dozen or so people was one man no one seemed to know who was apparently visiting the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:10-12, Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Advent And Casting The Nets

Contributed by John Gullick on Dec 20, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 3,331 views

A sermon that reminds us of the importance of Christmas and the responsibility of the Christian to be "fishers of men"

Cast your nets on the other side. Today is the fourth and last Sunday of Advent. Next time that we meet it will be Christmas. One of the things that we realize about Christmas is that it is something that totally changes the world. We celebrate the birth of Jesus because his birth literally ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:4-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Purpose Driven Strength - Purpose Driven Life Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 22, 2004

based on 114 ratings

| 19,892 views

Paul rejoiced in his weaknesses and hardships and difficulties... was he crazy? No, he had learned the source of strength in his weakness.

OPEN: Years ago, the story was told of a Sunday School teacher who – on the Sunday before Thanksgiving - was encouraging the children in her class to share things they were grateful for. A little boy was asked what he was thankful for, and he thought for a moment. Then the boy went through a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peace Series

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Dec 7, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 27,089 views

Peace finding the peace of Christ at Christmas

Two Ladies on a Train • Years ago a man found himself on a train between two ladies. • And Unfortunately for him the two ladies were arguing constantly about whether the window should be open or shut. • The lady farthest from the window argued that she would die of heat stroke if it wasn’t ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Christian Church

The Place Of Faith

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 4, 2003

based on 18 ratings

| 4,205 views

Faith consists of risk, offers a reward, requires action, and is the way of acceptance.

Football season is upon us as we enter the final month of summer 2003. Soon the days will grow cooler, the night will come earlier, and the clothes will cover more of us rather than less. Already the pundits are making their predictions regarding the best teams in the high school and college polls ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40

Denomination: Church Of God

Authentic Walk Series

Contributed by David Schaal on Sep 10, 2003

based on 58 ratings

| 25,568 views

The Bible teaches us that a REAL Christian will have certain character traits that will differ from the Non-Christian. Walking the Christian Walk is not a request but a requirement.

“AUTHENTIC WALK” TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28; INTRO: Once we become a Christian, there is definitely changes that must take place. Not only in our way of thinking, but in our actions as well. We have already visited in the last couple of weeks the importance of: · R-Righteous ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 15:12-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Demons That Oppress You"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Sep 24, 2003

based on 147 ratings

| 14,381 views

Although Christians cannot be demon possessed, we can be demon oppressed. This message shows some of the ways Christians can be demon oppressed.

“Demons That Oppress You” Mark 5:1-20 INTRODUCTION – We continue in our series on ‘Great Events In The Life And Ministry Of Jesus’. Jesus cast out demons several times in His ministry. TODAY, we are going to look and see that He can cast some demons out of YOUR life. NOW … let me make this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Can All The Things I've Done Really Be Forgiven? Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 14, 2003

based on 20 ratings

| 4,668 views

Second sermon in a series dealing with the Tough Questions of Scripture. This message looks at forgiveness through the uniqueness of Christ on the cross, the provision provided through Christ, and the scope of that provision.

ANSWERING THE TOUGH QUESTIONS OF SCRIPTURE Can All the Things I’ve Done Really Be Forgiven? INTRODUCTION: Tough question! What we are really dealing with is two concepts – Guilt and Assurance. Two weeks ago we discovered that mankind is looking for a way to clear his conscience of guilt, because ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

Finding The Peace Of God In Unsettling Times

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 18, 2003

based on 161 ratings

| 29,054 views

A message meant to encourage us to not give up when we look at the world around us.

Finding the Peace of God in Unsettling Times John 16:33 October 19, 2003 Introduction I don’t think it’s a surprise to anyone here that we live in a world of turmoil, right? Wars are being fought all over the world, and even in our own country, we’ve adopted a terror alert system that while ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27, John 16:33

Denomination: Wesleyan

Retrieving The Joy

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 21, 2003

based on 45 ratings

| 4,097 views

A message dealing with coming out of those periods of "blue funk" that we all go through sometimes!

Retrieving the Joy Various Scriptures October 4, 2003 Introduction Everyone gets down sometimes. Everyone gets dry, spiritually sometimes. Everyone, at one time or another just seems to lose the joy and wonderment they once had in their relationship with God. I am with you on that. I have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Let's Make A Deal

Contributed by Chris Tiller on Dec 14, 2005

based on 7 ratings

| 9,942 views

Parable of the dishonest manager: The Kingdom of God works on different principles than we’re used to. Efficiency, practicality, and self-interest are not the core values of the Kingdom. God expects a lot more for us (and from us) than we expect him to.

There was a rich man. This man was so rich that he didn’t make his own bed. He had a personal maid who did that. He didn’t make his own dinner. He had a personal chef who did that. He didn’t drive his own car. He had a chauffeur who did that. He didn’t balance his own checkbook. He had a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Narnia: Discover The Wonder Series

Contributed by Lin Smalec on Dec 16, 2005

based on 9 ratings

| 3,415 views

Using the Narnia story to illuminate scripture, this sermon invites believers to discover the wonder of Christmas by discovering the wonder of God’s plans and purposes, the wonder of God’s love, and the wonder of the continuing story.

Rev. Lin Smalec Salem Church, Waynesboro, PA DISCOVER THE WONDER Fourth Sunday of Advent 18 December 2005 The other day while it was snowing, I watched my cat, Phantom, looking out the window. He sat there, barely moving, intently watching the big fluffy snowflakes. Occasionally ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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