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Hagar’s Dilemma

Contributed by Henry Lee Clay on Jul 9, 2006

Most of us have experienced some type of dilemma and we’ve all dealt with dilemmas or circumstance or our own making. But the God of Glory is more than able to hear, help and to bring us out.

Gen. 21:1-3, 8-10,14-20 Hagar’s Dilemma H Lee Clay The word “dilemma” is defined by the American Heritage Dictionary as meaning, “A situation that requires a choice between options that are or seem equally unfavorable;and a problem that seems to defy a satisfactory solution” All of us at some ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Athletic Metaphors By Paul

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 5, 2006

What was it that made the difference in Paul’s life? His conversion was dynamic. But, there have been other dynamic conversions that have not resulted in the kind of life that Paul lived. The Holy Spirit was powerfully at work within him. But the Holy Sp

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: Sometimes in my life a kind of “melancholy of the soul settles over me.” I feel like retreating into a cave and not coming out for a long, long time. When that pessimism of spirit comes over me, I take great inspiration from a man who left his footprints all over ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:26

Going Outside

Contributed by Ken Durham on Jul 22, 2005

Whenever we want to achieve anything we have to step “outside” of ourselves to be able to get anything done.

“AND SO JESUS ALSO SUFFERED OUTSIDE THE CITY GATE TO MAKE THE PEOPLE HOLY THROUGH HIS OWN BLOOD. LET US, THEN, GO TO HIM OUTSIDE THE CAMP, BEARING THE DISGRACE HE BORE. FOR HERE WE DO NOT HAVE AN ENDURING CITY, BUT WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE CITY THAT IS TO COME.” GOING OUTSIDE If you or I need ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:9-16

In A Lonely Dark Cave

Contributed by Larry Breeden on Oct 3, 2006

When all alone and in need of help. Life maybe be dark and lonely like a cave. But God is for us

In a Lonely Dark Cave Ps 142 INTRO: King’s David’s circumstances & emotions A. David has been promised good things, but hasn’t received them yet 1. Been ordained of God by the Prophet Samuel He is to be King of all Israel a. to have power, influence. Wealth, life of comfort, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Rise Up And Walk

Contributed by Ed Wood on Mar 13, 2007

A message on the healing of the man at the Pool of Bethesda.

RISE UP AND WALK John 5:1-9 INTRO: One night a drunkard sat at a table in a bar, drinking with his companions. Soon his wife came in and set a covered dish before him, saying, “Jack, you seem too busy to come home for supper, so I brought your supper to you.” As she left the saloon the man’s ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Your Giants

Contributed by Sherry Proskine on Jul 23, 2007

To overcome a battle, we need to understand whose battle it is.

Overcoming Your Giants Opening; Illustration: Mama eagles are caring loving creatures. Somewhere along the line the mama eagle decides it’s time the baby eagles learn to fly. She takes the little eagle out of the next and flies up as high as she can go. At this point, she drops the fledgling, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Marks Of An Effective Christian Series

Contributed by Bart Leger on Jul 27, 2007

What are some of the marks of an effective Christian. A look at the introduction to the letter to the Romans gives us a glimpse into the life and motives of the apostle Paul

Three Marks of an Effective Christian A quick look at any newspaper or a few moments listening to any news broadcast reminds us that in our world most news is bad and seems to be getting worse. Especially in light of the recent school shooting at Virginia Tech. Human beings are in the hold of a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Learning From The Past Series

Contributed by Tony Mccreery on Aug 22, 2009

First in the series about seeking God’s glory. Complacency is the common cold of Christianity. It is vital that we learn from our past and move forward if we truly want to enter into the glory of God.

Learning from the Past I Corinthians 10:1-13 Do you ever wonder how many times it takes for a child to learn what No means? Or, just what the rules are for the house? It seems like you tell them over and over, and they still do the same thing. Sometimes you just sit staring into space wondering ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Kingdom Of God: Happily Ever After Series

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Feb 28, 2009

God has invited us to enter into the Kingdom of God and experience a transformed life. Like the story of Cinderella, we are destined to live happily ever after in Heaven with the Prince of Peace Jesus.

THE KINGDOM #1: HAPPILY EVER AFTER OPENING TEXTS: We are called to seek first the kingdom of God. What is that? “John the Baptist came preaching, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” (Matt. 3:1-2). “Jesus began to preach and to say, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: *other

Hope For The Future

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

Getting encouragement from the prophecy of Zechariah

“Hope For the Future” Zechariah 12-14 Intro: This morning we remember the death and resurrection of our Lord. And we remember with hope. The words of scripture tell us by partaking of the bread and the cup we do “show the Lord’s death till he comes.” Sometimes it takes memories to give us ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Heart Transplant

Contributed by Paul Decker on Oct 23, 2002

Meditation: We need the heart that God has.

A HEART TRANSPLANT A pure heart for the harvest Psalm 51:10 S: Missions Th: A Heart for the Harvest Pr: WE NEED THE HEART THAT GOD HAS. ?: What? What keeps us from having that? KW: Problems TS: We will find in our study of Scripture, three problems that keep us from having the heart God desires ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:2, Psalm 51:10

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Sunday - He Is Risen

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Apr 3, 2007

For a lot of people, Easter is just another holiday, a 3-day weekend of fun and no work. For others, it’s chocolate bunnies and Easter eggs. BUT WE KNOW BETTER! For Christians, Easter means the resurrection of Jesus from the dead! It means the promise

Introduction: o For a lot of people, Easter is just another holiday, a 3-day weekend of fun and no work. For others, it’s chocolate bunnies and Easter eggs o BUT WE KNOW BETTER! For Christians, Easter means the resurrection of Jesus from the dead! It means the promise of life after death! ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Warefare: "The Accuser" Series

Contributed by Christopher Glenn on Jul 5, 2012

God will never defend his children’s sins, he will however defend his children. When Abraham lied in Egypt, he defended Abraham not his sin. When you listen to Satan’s accusations, you will focus your attention on yourself and your sin, this will lead to

INTRODUCTION: We have learned that as the deceiver Satan uses lies to attack the mind to make us ignorant of Gods will. If Satan cannot defeat you by deceiving your mind, He will try to destroy your body. Then he goes after your will. Suppose that the believer does not take advantage of their ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-7

Faith Not Fear

Contributed by Stuart Gibson on Feb 11, 2018

Encouraging listeners to respond with faith when faced with fear.

Stade de France, Bataclan Theatre, Le Carillon, Le Petit Cambodge, Café Bonne Biere, La Belle Equipe. Many of these places I had never heard of before. Unfortunately, the recent events in Paris have brought them to the front of all our minds. People going about their normal business at the end of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-40

Denomination: Anglican

Wrapped - Pt. 3 - In Hope Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 25, 2016

No one pays that much attention to the wrapping. It’s what is inside that counts . . . right? Maybe this Christmas we should stop and consider how the gift was wrapped.

Wrapped Pt. 3 - In Hope I. Introduction There is usually very little attention paid to the wrappings. Even if great time and effort is made to make sure each corner is tucked and folded perfectly. Even if the bow is picked to match exactly. Even if every seam is exact. Most of the time all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:14-21

Denomination: Pentecostal