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An Eager Unashamed Debtor For The Gospel

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

based on 74 ratings

| 6,723 views

Paul tells the believers at Rome why he is so eager to visit them; because he is a debtor to and is not ashamed of the Gospel.

I think that most people want to visit the capital city of their homeland. I remember when my parents took the family to London when we were in our teens. To visit the capital was quite an occasion, especially nearly 50 years ago when travelling wasn’t so easy as it is now. It was quite something ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer: Lifting The Curtain

Contributed by Pieter Botes on Aug 24, 2002

based on 135 ratings

| 59,961 views

How does prayer work? Are there messengers transporting the actual words to God? Why don’t I feel like praying, and yet after praying feels so much better? Why are my prayers not getting answered?

Let’s lift the curtain on Prayer Opening: How does prayer work? Are there messengers transporting the actual words to God? Why don’t I feel like praying, and yet after praying feels so much better? Why are my prayers not getting answered? I believe we have all asked some or all of the above ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-21, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Second Thoughts About Jesus

Contributed by Philip Gunther on Oct 1, 2001

based on 214 ratings

| 10,291 views

Many will follow Jesus half-way, but not the other half.

The Parable Of The Fox, The Funeral And The Furrow “A religion that gives nothing, costs nothing and suffers nothing, is worth nothing.” (Martin Luther) A Different Breed America Under Attack – America At War – Siege On America – The Day That Shook America – The Day The U.S. Stood Still, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Mennonite

How To Live Really Free

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 18, 2002

based on 260 ratings

| 13,390 views

If Jesus could raise Lazarus from the dead, why can’t I live better under that same power?

July 21, 2002 In Artesia, New Mexico, Mary Bratcher accidentally ran over her pet dog, Browny. The family tearfully buried the little mixed-breed dog in a field near their ranch home. The family’s youngest son refused to accept that Browny was gone; neither would Browny’s momma! The momma pooch ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-46

Denomination: United Methodist

The Gift Of A Cheerful Heart

Contributed by James May on Jul 15, 2002

based on 274 ratings

| 33,119 views

A message on Tithing with some humor mixed in. Pointed and effective.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11, Galatians 6:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Seven Pillars Of Wisdom - 1: Trust Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 17, 2003

based on 64 ratings

| 19,351 views

The foundational idea for this series came from Everyday Light - Daily Devotions from Selwyn Hughes.

5, October 2003 Dakota Community Church The Seven Pillars of Wisdom Week one: Trust Proverbs 1:1-4 1 The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: 2 for attaining wisdom and discipline; for understanding words of insight; 3 for acquiring a disciplined and prudent life, doing what is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:1-6, Proverbs 3:5-8

Denomination: Mennonite

Being Satisfied Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on May 13, 2005

based on 47 ratings

| 14,034 views

Contentment is something that we all strive for, the problem is that the world tells us to all look in the wrong place, so we either become apathetic where we don’t feel anything or we spend our lives thinking you know if I only

Being Satisfied Philippians 4:10-13 If you have your Bibles with you this morning please hold it up high where we can all see it. Now that you have held it up I want you to open it up and read with me today one of the hardest passages in the whole Bible. It not difficult because it is filled with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

These Necessary Things - Life Change Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 20, 2005

based on 90 ratings

| 11,521 views

Salvation...Cause and Effect...The chicken and the egg. This is about how we are saved and how we should live as a result of being saved. Link included to formatted text, Powerpoint, and handout.

These Necessary Things Acts 15:28 In our last message from ch. 15 it was settled once and for all by Christ’s disciples in council: salvation is by grace alone, thru faith alone, in Christ alone…plus nothing, minus nothing…and good works have no part in our receiving of salvation. v. 11 Only 1 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:28

Denomination: Baptist

Risking To Win

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on May 29, 2005

based on 17 ratings

| 5,169 views

Living a life of faith requires risk. Intelligent risk. Holding on to comfort zones and familiar territory will not move us forward to achieve great things for God.

“Risking to Win” Matthew 9:18-26 Verse 21 (The Msg): “You took a risk of faith” Motivational speaker, Jim McCormick, is a former corporate Chief Operating Officer, MBA, and holder of three skydiving World Records and member of a successful skydiving expedition to the North Pole. He observes: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-26

Denomination: Salvation Army

Extravagant Love

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 17, 2007

based on 6 ratings

| 16,860 views

What this woman does stands in stark contrast to all of the other players. When we read of her deed side by side with Jesus’ hate-filled adversaries, the treacherous Judas, and the confused and misguided disciples, we can’t help but ask ourselves, where

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Extravagant Love Matthew 26:6-13 According to businesses, Valentine’s Day is the third biggest day of the year for buying gifts. Christmas is first. Mother’s Day is second. I am not sure Father’s Day made the list. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wind And Fire

Contributed by James May on Feb 19, 2006

based on 34 ratings

| 8,988 views

We need the Baptism in the Holy Ghost, the wind and fire, with the evidence of Speaking in other Tongues, to really be what God wants us to be.

Wind and Fire By Pastor James May The Passover Feast was over, Jesus had risen from the grave, and after appearing to many of his disciples for 40 days after Passover and the resurrection, He led a few of them out to the Mount of Olives near Bethany. At the exact place where his feet left the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:49

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Sure And Steadfast Hope Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Feb 11, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 11,078 views

Can we have a sure and steadfast hope in a mad word?

Hebrews 6 teaches us about the characteristics that Christians should display: • Love to the Brethren – your work and labour of love v10 • Diligence and perseverance vv 11-12 We have looked at these previously and the end of the chapter goes on to talk about hope. This should be a key ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

Why We Need Elders Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 19, 2008

based on 9 ratings

| 8,706 views

God gives elders to love us and lay down their lives for us.

Scripture Introduction The cowboy symbolizes the rugged individualism of America and our westward expansion. He is tall and tough; honest, but friendly only to his horse; a protector of women-folk, but not family-focused. He rode hard, worked hard, and probably drank hard. Cattle were his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Loving God Is Obeying God Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Apr 10, 2008

based on 14 ratings

| 15,870 views

Part 8. The test for our love of God is our obedience.

As we conclude our series “Knowing and Experiencing God,” it has been my prayer that each and every one of us would experience God and the work of his Holy Spirit in our life in a very real, personal, and powerful way. We would move into a closer relationship with our loving heavenly Father. A ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: Methodist

Good Housekeeping

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Apr 24, 2008

based on 7 ratings

| 9,326 views

Since God lives in us, we need to keep His house uncluttered and in line with His purpose.

Good Housekeeping: God’s home is where your heart is I. The Place of the Temple (Believers, individually and collectively) II. The Purpose of the Temple (Prayer, Worship, & Ministry) III. The Purity of the Temple -Mark 11:15-17 15 On reaching Jerusalem, Jesus entered the temple area and began ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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