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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Perhaps the greatest lessons I learned about life came during Marine Corps bootcamp, Paris Island, the Summer of 1978. Christians need bootcamp too.
(All my sermons use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com and all scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted.) SPIRITUAL BOOTCAMP When I was young I was a very active kid, I am sure many of you were as well. We may have to strain a little to remember those days, but most all of us could not ...read more
Scripture: James 1:2-8
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
What happens when we pray?
THE LION, THE SCROLL AND THE BOWLS Revelation 5 Some historians divide human history into ten great segments. At the end of each section there is an event so momentous that all subsequent history moves in a different direction. For example, on January 10, 49 BC. Julius Caesar, with 5,000 loyal ...read more
Denomination: Anglican
Trusting Jesus, not our own strength, enables us to persevere through life’s burdens, as He carries us and completes our faith journey.
Friend, if your shoulders feel a bit slumped today, if your breath is a bit short and your steps a bit slow, you’re in the right place. You’re in a sanctuary where God knows how tired feet feel and how heavy hearts carry what no one else sees. You’re seen, you’re loved, and you’re not forgotten. ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2
Topics: Christian Living, Perseverance
This sermon introduction reflects on the tragic deaths of Chadwick Boseman and Kobe Bryant, prompting introspection about life's significance and the importance of gratitude in receiving and giving God's grace.
Our nation was doubly shocked this year by the tragic deaths of two profound, legendary men, The Black Panther Chadwick Boseman and The NBA Mamba Kobe Bryant. When we mourn the loss of someone who has achieved greatness in his own right and consider his achievements, we often follow a draw to look ...read more
Topics: Gratitude, Life Significance, God's Grace
Sermon Series: Gratitude
Our catechesis must constantly reinforce the truths accepted in the early proclamation of the Gospel of Christ.
Thursday of 24th week in course 2015 Joy of the Gospel Today the Franciscans celebrate the feast of the Stigmata of St. Francis. The few saints who have legitimately borne the marks of Christ’s passion live out in a physical and spiritual way the long hours of Christ’s passion and ...read more
Scripture: Galatians 6:14-18
Denomination: Catholic
Most leaders are like middle-managers with superiors and subordinates and Nehemiah shows us how to both lead and follow.
I heard Adrian Rogers give this example: We all have seen Canada Geese fly in their V formation with one leg of the V formation longer than the other leg. Why do they fly in the V formation? The lead goose is making it easier for the other geese who are following his lead. He is moving the wind ...read more
Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8
Denomination: Baptist
The purpose of human marriage is temporary. But it points to something eternal, namely, Christ and the church. And when this age is over, it will vanish into the superior reality to which it points.
You recall perhaps that my wife, Noël, said, “You cannot say too often that marriage is a model of Christ and the church” (see Ephesians 5:31-32). I said that I think she is right for three reasons. I’ll mention two. The first was that saying this lifts marriage out of the sitcom sewer and elevates ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33
You and I must adopt the very same craving for God’s Word as a baby has for the mother’s milk. We must develop in ourselves the need to read God’s Word and study it. We must become addicted to discussing the things of God with fellow believers.
GOT MILK? 1 PETER 2:1-3 INTRODUCTION… Some History of Milk (healthyeating.org + milk.procon.org) 3100 BC Cows and milk were used in Ancient Egypt and other ancient cultures as a normal part of life. 1700-1200 BC In the Bible, the land of Palestine was described as “flowing with ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3
I want to change your thinking when it comes to God’s command for one day of rest. I want you to think more about what you are commanded to do rather than what you are not commanded to do.
We are in a series featuring the Ten Commandments. We began with an overview of the scene when the Ten Commandments were first given in Exodus 19. And now we find ourselves examining the fourth commandment. Today’s Scripture “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days you shall labor, ...read more
Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11, Genesis 2:1-3, Matthew 12:1-14
This was a presentation to the Canadian Valley Technology Center near OKC) on the anniversary of the EF-5 tornado that destroyed their facilities. They are in the process of rebuilding. This was to encourage their moral in the effort.
1. Daniel and Ezekiel Webster Doing Nothing Lawyer and statesman Daniel Webster was a powerful orator who gave early evidence of his quick mind and his way with words. One day Webster’s father, was to be absent from the home. He left Daniel and his brother Ezekiel specific work instructions. ...read more
Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-10
This is a message that takes a look at unity, diversity and maturity in the body of Christ.
Preaching Series: The Tie That Binds The Unity of the Church Text: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31 Introduction: A man had the misfortune of being stranded on a deserted island. To make the best of it he puts his talents to use and built a small town. Several years later, he was finally rescued when a ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31
Denomination: Independent/Bible
This message deals with the issue of insincere devotion and love for the Lord. It addresses the issue of why believers drift far away from the Lord sometimes. It is one of the messages in the book Treasures from Isaiah, Volume 1 written by Dr.Mattoon
The Hollowness of Heartless Devotion Isaiah 29:13 Wherefore the Lord said, Forasmuch as this people draw near me with their mouth, and with their lips do honour me, but have removed their heart far from me, and their fear toward me is taught by the precept of men: Let me ask you a question. How ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 29:13
James answers the question: Is it wrong to be critical or judgmental of other Christians if what you say is true? If so, what’s wrong with it?
James answers the question: Is it wrong to be critical or judgmental of other Christians if what you say is true? If so, what’s wrong with it? “Speak not evil one of another, brethren. He that speaketh evil of his brother, and judgeth his brother, speaketh evil of the law, and judgeth the law: but ...read more
Scripture: James 4:11-12
Words of encouragement for when we are tempted to "duck" out of our Christian responsibilities and Christian living.
This past week Justin began dancing around the floor saying “Awses, Awses, Awses” and then he would fall over and just laugh and laugh. At first I couldn’t figure out what he was doing then he repeated it again laughing with the delight the whole time and I realized he was playing Ring Around the ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 10:22-31
Denomination: United Methodist
How to read scripture to know God, not just know about God.
How to Have a Personal Relationship With Jesus Christ Relating to God through the Scripture John 10:14-18, 27 "I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me—just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep. I have other sheep that are not of ...read more
Scripture: John 10:14-27
Denomination: *other
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