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Studies In Ephesians: Maturity In Christ Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 18, 2011

Studies in Ephesians about being mature in Christ.

Note: This is a study through the book of Ephesians as done in 1995. One of the main sources I used at the time was Beacon Bible Commentary vol. 9. Title: Maturity in Christ Theme: To show the importance of being a mature Christian Text: Eph 4:14, 1 Cor 3:1-3 That we henceforth be no more ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:14

Denomination: Church Of God

Time To Bail Out? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 7, 2010

When we are at the point of burnout, we are forced to reconfigure our priorities and re-examine the attitudes that destroy us.

Time to Bail Out? (Numbers 11:1-17, 24-25) 1. There are people who complain and people who do what needs to be done, even if it involves sacrifice -- sometimes the sacrifice of their own lives. 2. This, being Memorial Day weekend, is a time when we honor not the complainers, but those who laid ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Heaven To Men!

Contributed by Joe Burke on Dec 21, 2006

Wake-up men!

Heaven to Men! Heaven to Men! Heaven to men The most endangered species in our country today is not the kangaroo rat, but the on-fire, passionately alive for Christ, Holy Spirit empowered Christian male. There have been some reported sightings of groups of some such men in various places ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:18-19

Denomination: Catholic

A Good Plan That Went Awry – Or Did It? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 24, 2021

A unanimous apostolic plan that went awry, Jewish rumors, gentile riots, and an apostle getting a ride on Roman soldiers. The purpose of the Christian life is not to avoid problems; indeed, God can sometimes use our problems to further His plans.

A Good Plan That Went Awry – Or Did It? (Acts 21:17-40) 1. The invention of Post-it notes is interesting. What seemed like a failure was turned to a great success: In 1968, scientist Spencer Silver at the 3M company created a very weak adhesive that would peel off when removed from any surface. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:17-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On Insincerity

Contributed by William Meakin on May 28, 2023

Insincerity is defined as the quality of not expressing genuine feelings.

Giannis Delimitsos a Greek philosopher and author once remarked: “Many ask: “Why are we so insincere, why are we so hypocrites?” Well, it is because this is how human nature works. If there was a time and a place where human beings were 100% of the time honest, who always said what they had in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1, 1 Timothy 1:10, 1 Corinthians 10:13, James 3:13

Professing To Be Wise, They Became Fools

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Aug 22, 2023

Atheism is on the rise in America. That is a fact that cannot be rebutted. However, in its claim to be wiser and more "enlightened" that those of us who believe in God, atheism has dragged America into a sewer of ignorance.

Current statistics tell us that when asked about their religious affiliation or practice, 38% of Americans who were surveyed replied, "None". The category of "None" when it comes to basic beliefs about God and the Bible are rising higher each year. For those of us who are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1-3, Psalm 53:1-3, Romans 1:22, Isaiah 47:10, 1 Corinthians 1:9, Luke 12:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Shipwreck

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 17, 2022

We must maintain the right course and not assume the ship will steer itself!

Shipwreck (I Timothy 1:18-20) 1 Things are getting bad in our world. 2. A shipwrecked mariner spent years on a deserted island, completely alone. Then one morning he sees a ship offshore and a smaller vessel pulling out towards him. When the boat grounded on the beach, the officer in charge ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20, 1 Timothy 4:14-16, 2 Timothy 2:17-18, 2 Peter 2:20-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Queen Esther Sermon V: Courageous Act Of Risking One's Life Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 24, 2020

In times of turmoil, women of inner strength act in good faith in their dealings with everyone concerned about a bad situation, but doing the right thing can be risky and may require summoning courage to rise with danger.

ESTHER: COURAGEOUS ACT OF RISKING HER LIFE “Heavy, heavy hangs over thy head. What shall the owner do to redeem the forfeit?” Did you ever play a game of “forfeits” in which participants put personal belongings in a pile, a designated “judge” would ...read more

Scripture: Esther 7:1-10

A Pinch Of Wisdom Goes A Long Way Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 6, 2019

Every bit of wisdom we can incorporate into our thinking helps us make better choices in both this life and in our walk with God.

A Pinch of Wisdom Goes A Long Way (Proverbs 27:1-3) 1. Every year our church has a soup contest. One year, I decided to try making tortilla soup – with Emeril’s recipe. 2. I had never used chipotle peppers before, but I knew they were smoked jalepenos. 3. So when the recipe called for a half of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Victory Of The Crucified King

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 25, 2022

Pearl Harbor (December 7, 1941), the assassination of President Kennedy (November 22, 1963), and the terrorist act upon America (September 11, 2001) are all considered "infamous" days. The true "day of infamy" was 2000 years ago, when we attempted to kill God Incarnate.

The central theme of the Gospel is that the Lord Jesus was placed upon the cross for the redemption of our sins. It was an act of mercy, love, grace, and salvation that we did not deserve (Romans 5:6-11). It was also the day that rebellious humanity shook its fist at God Almighty, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-18, Luke 23:21-23, 1 Corinthians 1:18, 1 Corinthians 1:23-24, 1 Corinthians 2:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

When God Sent His Son

Contributed by James Owens on Dec 15, 2004

When the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son.

“WHEN GOD SENT HIS SON!” TEXT: Galatians 4:4-7 (NKJV) “But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, that we might receive the adoption as sons. And because you are sons, God has sent forth the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Growing Our Church With Love

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 3, 2004

The commands of love in 1 Corinthians 13 aren’t just for wedding ceremonies, but for the Church and her ministry throughout the world.

THE GREATEST NEED THE WORLD HAS TODAY IS FOR THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH TO SHOW THEM AND PROVE TO THEM THAT THERE REALLY IS SUCH A THING AS THE GENUINE, CHRIST-LIKE EXAMPLE OF AGAPE LOVE. IF YOU JUST SIMPLY LOOK AT TODAY’S POPULAR CULTURE IN LITERATURE, MUSIC, ADVERTISING AND THE VISUAL ARTS, YOU WOULD ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

How The Holy Spirit Uses Discernment To Protect Us

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 10, 2003

The Holy Spirit gives us a discerning mind to help us distinguish between truth and partial truths. Hebrews 5:14 says, "Solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil."

How the Holy Spirit Protects Us From People Who Would Use the Scriptures for Their Selfish Ambitions (Mark 7:11,12) Illustration:Get the right perspective. When Goliath came against the Israelites, the soldiers all thought, "He’s so big we can never kill him." David looked at the same giant and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:10-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Greater Freedom

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 2, 2007

Some feel that they have "crossed the point of no return" in regards to habitual sin, mistakes, and blunders in life. Be set free by finding out how merciful and forgiving God really is toward your faults.

WHEN IT COMES TO FREEDOM, I DON’T THINK THERE HAS EVER BEEN ANY THING GREATER IN THIS WORLD THAT HAS ARRESTED MORE PEOPLE INTO BONDAGE THAN UNNECESSARY GUILT. I CAN’T IMAGINE HOW MANY PEOPLE STILL CARRY WITHIN THEM THE BURDEN OF PAST MISTAKES, HEAVINESS OF HEART OVER BROKEN RELATIONSHIPS AND ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:9-21

Denomination: Free Methodist

Prepare For Impact Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 8, 2006

Moving from being a tagalong Christian to one who makes an impact is a simple process to understand.

Prepare for Impact (I Peter 1:13-16) 1. Have you heard of the new scientific theory? "When a cat is dropped, it always lands on its feet, and when toast is dropped, it always lands buttered side down. Therefore, if a slice of toast is strapped to a cat’s back, buttered side up, and the animal is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible