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Those Who Hunger And Thirst For Righteousness Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Mar 27, 2023

based on 2 ratings

| 4,145 views

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness." This beatitude calls for an intense desire for righteousness. Are we actively and passionately seeking to be more and more like Jesus?

Intro Our text today is Matthew 5:6: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, For they shall be filled.”i What do you long for in life? People are hunger machines. Bruce Springsteen sang in the 80s, “Everybody’s got a hungry heart.”ii Even the world recognizes the internal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Isaiah 57:15, Philippians 3:1-14, Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 6:33, 1 Timothy 2:2, 1 John 3:7, Luke 6:21, Titus 2:11-12, Psalm 42:1-2 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Relationships 101- Soul Mates- Part 1

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Jul 9, 2020

| 3,457 views

Courting is what a man and woman do in preparation for marriage.

Seven points about dating: 1.) Dating is in direct contradiction with the Scriptures that admonish us to flee youthful lusts (Eph 4:22; 2 Tim 2:22); flee fornication (1Cor 6:18). When the “Just Say No” movement went through our churches in the 90’s many of our young people believed the “No” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:22, 2 Timothy 2:22, 1 Corinthians 6:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Wars Begin

Contributed by Jim Craig on Apr 3, 2017

based on 1 rating

| 6,255 views

A narrative summary of the chapter that highlights some spiritual warfare as well as utilizes Abram's responsive faith an an example for the Church.

I was recently telling my Growth Group how blessed we are in that we live in a place where there are currently no major wars. There certainly are wars taking place in the world, but for most of us here in Batangas we are not affected. Presently there are wars taking place in Iraq, Syria, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Art Of Waiting

Contributed by Jim Kane on Mar 10, 2002

based on 57 ratings

| 13,826 views

Why is self-control important?

The story is told about the man who prided himself on being exceedingly punctual. He followed a very precise routine every morning. His alarm went off at 6:30 AM. He rose briskly, shaved, showered, ate his breakfast, brushed his teeth, picked up his briefcase, got into his car, rode the ferry ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:5-14

Denomination: Church Of God

"Christ: Judge And Peacemaker"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Mar 14, 2002

based on 103 ratings

| 5,437 views

A sermon for Palm Sunday

In His letter to the Philippian church, Paul sings the praises of Christ, who “...emptied Himself, taking the form of a bond-servant, and being made in the likeness of men, ...humbled Himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.” The second chapter of Philippians ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-15

Denomination: Orthodox

How Empty?how Full?how Much? Series

Contributed by Michael Schwer on Mar 19, 2002

based on 45 ratings

| 18,217 views

A Sermon which spurs us to consider the condition of our hearts each time we approach God in prayer and devotion. It causes us to examine the state of our heart.

How Empty? How Full? How Much? Matthew 26:39 Introduction [Hook] When ordering a drink at a restaurant – would you really care how clean the glass was once it was offered to you? (Have two clear glasses, one with remanents of “crud” and one that is clean. Get a picture of water. Fill both ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hungry For The Highway Series

Contributed by Michael Schwer on Mar 19, 2002

based on 28 ratings

| 7,532 views

God has made a way through our wilderness of sin, Weakness of humanity and Wickedness of the World. A way through the worlds "facade" of what it calls life.

Hungry for the highway Isaiah 35 Introduction [Hook] In the Movie "the Truman show" Truman doesn’t realize the truth that his great hometown life is a façade-orchestrated and created by an evil producer who wants to hold him captive to increase the shows ratings. The movie is a parody of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Forward Ploughing (Making Sure You Don't Look Back!)

Contributed by Darren Ethier on Apr 9, 2002

based on 24 ratings

| 24,760 views

The purpose of this sermon is to show Christians 3 results of looking back at problems, events, or things that have gone on in the past once you have put your hand to the plough in service to Christ.

Forward Ploughing: (making sure you don’t look back) Luke 9:57-61 TEXT: Luke 9:57-61 (NIV) 57 As they were walking along the road, a man said to him, "I will follow you wherever you go." 58 Jesus replied, "Foxes have holes and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-61, Genesis 19:15-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Life Isn't Perfect

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 19, 2002

based on 15 ratings

| 6,568 views

God loves imperfect people, protecting them from greater evil and offering them salvation

WHEN LIFE ISN’T PERFECT—Deuteronomy 21-25 (read 24:1-15) (1st church—Susan: can’t stay in marriage—5 kids, limited education, no job, no house) Sometimes life isn’t perfect! Maybe not that bad— maybe were blessed with stable family growing upàemotionally, relationally ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 24:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Ya Gonna Call?

Contributed by John Beehler on Feb 18, 2002

based on 152 ratings

| 19,502 views

Who do you call on for help? Ghostbusters? The cavalry? Call on the one who can really help. God!

Who Ya Gonna Call? I know many of you like to travel and many of you travel by car. A trip by car takes longer than a trip by airplane so you have a lot more time to think, visit, sightsee, imagine, and sing. When you travel with children, you have to keep them from getting bored. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8, Psalm 121:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Honor Your Parents! Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 21, 2003

based on 41 ratings

| 14,324 views

We are called to honor our parents no matter what!

INTRODUCTION • When you are out in public or even when you are in the church, do you ears perk up when you hear someone say “yes mama” or “yes sir”. What about the young person who calls someone “Mr. or Mrs. So and So? It seems like we have lost a bit of formality in our society doesn’t it? • As ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Right Choice

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Feb 23, 2003

based on 19 ratings

| 7,263 views

This sermon deals with the fact that God gives us a choice where salvation is concerned and that he loves us enough to honor the choice that we make.

The Right Choice Mat 7:13-14,6:24,7:24-27,25:32-33,46,27:44, Luke 23:39-43, Duet 30:19 February 16,2003 I. Edwin Thomas was a master actor during the last part of the 1800s. He wasn’t a big man but he had a big voice, and there were none that were better . A. He played Richard II at the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:19, Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

Health Watch Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 26, 2003

based on 32 ratings

| 11,518 views

This is the 15th sermon in the series "Church On The Rocks". This sermon looks at the Body Of Christ, its purpose, and how it is doing.

Sunday Morning March 2, 2003 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: ¡§Church On The Rocks¡¨ [#15] HEALTH WATCH 1 Corinthians 12:1-31 Introduction: 1 Corinthians 12:1-3 1. Why did Jesus come to this earth? To seek and save what was lost. In order to fulfill His purpose, Jesus had to pay the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Let’s Join Forces And Become A C.o.p. ! (Christian On Patrol) Series

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Nov 30, 2002

based on 27 ratings

| 7,046 views

Too often we fall short of doing what God has called us to do, We become discouraged because of our past.This sermon is intended for those who sometimes fall short of their daily duty!

The Ministry of S.A.R.A.H. (Serenity*Atonement*Restoration & Healing) Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks Vidalia,GA. PRAYER: Father God, thank You for another chance to wake up and enjoy the glory of daybreak! I pray that this entire day will be as You have planned it for my life and that ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Extreme Surrender Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001

based on 67 ratings

| 10,654 views

In order to be a world changer I must be willing to lay down my life. Part 1 in a series called "How to Change Your World."

How to Change Your World – Part 1 October 14, 2001 INTRODUCTION One of the things that was clear from our study of the Sermon on the Mount was that followers of Jesus have within themselves the potential to make a great impact on the world. Jesus referred to those who take his message ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-13, Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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