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Courage To Leave, Forgive And Love Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Jan 12, 2002

What do we do when it is time to leave a place we have grown comfortable in? Leaving any place that we have had relationships, children, or grown to love is very difficult.

Courage to Leave, Forgive and Love Genesis 31:1-55 A. The Separation B. The Reunion and Reconcilliation Have you ever had to leave a place of comfort and immense joy for you? A place where maybe you have had your children, lost loved ones, met your spouse? A place that you have worked, sweated, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:1-55

Denomination: Baptist

When Fathers Fail Nations Fall

Contributed by Jim Twamley on Mar 26, 2003

Across the board American fathers have failed. They have failed their children by being absent from the lives of their children. The Bible shows us that when fathers fail nations fail. America is in danger of failing

I heard that a man once had this conversation with God: "God, why did you make woman so beautiful?" God said: "So you would love her, marry her and be a father." "OK God, but why did you make her so illogical?" God said: "So she would love you, marry you and have your children." I suggested that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17, 1 Kings 16:1-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Love Does Not Boast Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 22, 2000

If we're going to have the kind of relationship with one another that God wants us to have, then we need to understand why Paul says, "Love does not boast, it is not proud."

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2015) A. As most of you realize, & you husbands should remember, this Saturday is a very special day. It is Valentine's Day, & we are in the midst of a series of sermons from 1 Corinthians 13, the "Love ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4, 1 Corinthians 13:1-4, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When The World Seems Enticing

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Sep 6, 2001

The answer to these questions is clear. Righteousness cannot mix with lawlessness; light can have no communion with darkness; Christ and Belial cannnot be of one accord; a believer cannot have part with an infidel; and there can be no agreement of the te

When The World Seems Enticing Genesis 3:1 Now the serpent was more subtil than any beast of the field which the LORD God had made. And he said unto the woman, Yea, hath God said, Ye shall not eat of every tree of the garden? Genesis 3:1 a[serpent] The Serpent of Eden "Serpent" comes from the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7, Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Madmen And Falling Towers

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 13, 2001

When tragedy strikes where should we look? What would Jesus say to our hearts if we have ears to hear? Where would He have us focus our attention?

Madmen and Falling Towers 9-16-01 As I listened to all the comments and opinions about the horrible day this week in which the World Trade Towers fell I was disturbed. I was in shock at the sight and angry with the perpetrators but my spirit was troubled about something else. We will not forget ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, Genesis 16:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"It's Time For A Name Change"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jan 5, 2004

In this text Jacob’s name would be changed from Jacob to Israel. Jacob would prevail with God and have the power of God upon his life. Perhaps it is time for you to have a "name change."

Text: Gen 32:24 And Jacob was left alone; and there wrestled a man with him until the breaking of the day. 25 And when he saw that he prevailed not against him, he touched the hollow of his thigh; and the hollow of Jacob’s thigh was out of joint, as he wrestled with him. 26 And he said, Let me ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Charge

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 3, 2005

We are to live Godly lifes and continue in the ways that we have been taught from our elders. When is the last time you have been charge to carry the cross, as Paul charged Timothy.

The Charge 2 Timothy 3:12 – 4:5 * Background of Saul/Paul and his letters to the different churches and Timothy. 1. We are to live a Godly life (3:12) a. Involves a aggressive witness such as that of Paul 2. Continue in what you have learned (3:14) 3. God breathed scriptures (Teaching, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Communion Meditation No. 6_one Body In Christ Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Aug 12, 2005

Not only do we have fellowship with the Lord through his death on calvary, but we also have fellowship with one another through our common participation in the death of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17

Denomination: Charismatic

From Death Unto Life

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jul 4, 2005

“I assure you, those who listen to my message and believe in God who sent me have eternal life. They will never be condemned for their sins, but they have already passed from death into life.

Imagine if your family believed you had died! And had taken care of your affairs, sold your home and your car, distributed your possessions to the poor, Cancelled all your bank accounts and insurances, only to find that you were alive, you stand there with nothing,, there is nothing in your bank ...read more

Scripture: John 5:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Freedom In Christ (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 8, 2005

This is the second part of a message dealing with freedom in Christ. Having discussed the consequences of embracing works, Paul now concludes this section by asking some questions of those who have "fallen away from grace."

Scripture “Paul’s doctrine of grace is dangerous!” cried the false teachers in Galatia. “It replaces law with license. Why, if we do away with our rules and abandon our high standards, the churches will fall apart.” Those first century false teachers, known as Judaizers or legalists, were not the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:7-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pastoral Prayer Series

Contributed by Keith Andrews on Oct 6, 2008

Paul prays for the Ephesians and that they will receive five things: 1. That the Holy Spirit will give then strength. 2. That Christ will be at home in their heart. 3. That they will have deep roots. 4. They will have Power to understand. 5. That t

The Pastoral Prayer (OIF 08-09) Ephesians 3:14-21 All Scripture Marker ESV: The Holy Bible : English standard version. 2001. Wheaton: Standard Bible Society. Paul, The Transformed persecutor of Christians Paul, The Preacher for Christ throughout the Roman Empire Paul, The letter writer to young ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Sinkhole Of Dilemma

Contributed by Anoop Samuel on Dec 28, 2007

Choices drive some people crazy. In US we have a lot of choices for foods, cars. You name it we have a choice. Tough situations in life can lead us to a state of dilemma.

Choices drive some people crazy. In US we have a lot of choices for foods, cars. You name it we have a choice. Tough situations in life can lead us to a state of dilemma. Psalms 28 begins with the crying out to Lord the rock, but immediately the psalmist think that God can be deaf. As Christians, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 28:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Press On Toward The Goal

Contributed by William Baeta on Sep 7, 2007

“Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me.” Philippians 3:12.

Luke 9:51-62 Theme: Press on toward the goal Text: 1 Kings 19:19-21; Phil. 3:12-21; Luke 9:51-62 Man is a spiritual being created in the image and likeness of God. In spiritual union with God he had authority and dominion to rule on earth. When man sinned he died spiritually and could no longer ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Putting The Body Together (Pastor Jose Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007

The gifts of the Holy Spirit have a context. There are boundaries and limitations that they have based on the love walk of a Christian. Find out how to maximize your gifts by tapping into the power of love and a deep relationship with the Holy Spirit.

Putting the Body Together 1 Cor 12 1 And now, dear brothers and sisters, F60 I will write about the special abilities the Holy Spirit gives to each of us, for I must correct your misunderstandings about them. 2 You know that when you were still pagans you were led astray and swept along in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Shield Of Faith" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on May 2, 2004

To make use of the shield of faith against the evil one’s fiery missiles, we must know what to have faith in, and Who to have faith in. (#21 in The Chrisian Victor series)

“…in addition to all, taking up the shield of faith with which you will be able to extinguish all the flaming missiles of the evil one.” There is significance to Paul’s usage of the phrase, ‘…in addition to all’. Looking at various translations will help to make it clearer. The NIV says “In ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Orthodox