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The Song Of The Thunderstorm

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 4, 2013

See that you refuse not the One who speaks from heaven!

THE SONG OF THE THUNDERSTORM. Psalm 29 - “The voice of the LORD”. 1. The thunderstorm Storm clouds gather over the Mediterranean. The thunder rolls inland over the cedars of Lebanon, and lightning strikes strip the cedars bare. Even the mountains of the North seem to be shaken to their very ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Easy Way To Love Your Neighbor Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 14, 2020

The story of the Samaritan and his compassion is instructive for us to consider how we treat our neighbors.

LOVE THY NEIGHBOR: Loving your neighbor is not difficult as long as you get to define “neighbor.” - Luke 10:29. - We often define “neighbor” as those we like and who like us back. People like us who we are comfortable around. - Further, we define “love” cheaply: liking a post, offering a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Advocacy And Fellowship

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 4, 2015

The opening twelve verses of the first Epistle of John introduce us to three main themes: fellowship, sin, and propitiation.

ADVOCACY AND FELLOWSHIP. 1 John 1:1-10; 1 John 2:1-2:2. The opening of the First Epistle of John is not unlike the famous Prologue of his Gospel (John 1:1-14). It too takes us back to “the beginning”, and introduces us to “the Word” - and it soon becomes clear that the Word is none other than ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-10, 1 John 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Behave In The Household Of God

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 29, 2013

What is to be taught in the Household of God is iterated by the Apostle.

“I hope to come to you soon, but I am writing these things to you so that, if I delay, you may know how one ought to behave in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, a pillar and buttress of the truth.” [1] The letter to Timothy takes a decidedly personal turn at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Keys To Understanding The Basic Values Of Beliefs And Behaviors Of Contrast

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001

KEYS TO UNDERSTANDING THE BASIC VALUES OF BELIEFS AND BEHAVIORS OF CONTRASTING CULTURES

KEYS TO UNDERSTANDING THE BASIC VALUES OF BELIEFS AND BEHAVIORS OF CONTRASTING CULTURES Several years ago Clyde and Florence Kluckhohn along with fellow anthropologist Frederick Strodtbeck, gave the world a unique tool for assessing values. They looked at how people analyze the answer to five ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The God Of This Age." Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on May 13, 2005

Who is the ’god’ of this age? Who is it that blinds unbelievers, here. Who rules, then? What are the Devil’s weapons, and what are our weapons?

"The god of this age". 2 Cor 4:4 (v1-6) WBC 15/5/5am It’s Halloween in New York. A man bound for a fancy dress party is waiting for a bus, dressed as the devil. It starts to rain, and so he takes shelter in a nearby porch. Coming from the door behind him he hears the sound of the singing of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

Life's Greatest Influences

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 16, 2007

This message examines scripture that describes Life’s Greatest Influences. Three influences lead people away from God and one influence leads people to God.

Three Verses One -Life’s Greatest Influences- Matthew 13:18-23 This morning I want to examine scripture that describes Life’s Greatest Influences. I’m titled the message, “Three Verses One.” I want us to look at three influences that lead people away from God and one influence that leads people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:18-23

Denomination: Free Methodist

Enjoy Life Together Part 2 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Feb 19, 2008

It’s all about God... and each other!

This morning, I want to try something different. Usually, I give at least three points in a message. Some of you commented… you know who you are…God also knows… that at times I try to cram so many things in a sermon. You feel like you’re trying to drink from a fire hydrant. So, to give you a break, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Servants Shall Be Rulers Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 13, 2011

Jesus predctis his death & James & John’s request. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (A). The Plan (vs 32-34): (1). The city (vs 33). (2). The conspirators (vs 33b-44a). (3). The conclusion (vs 34b). (B). The Request (vs 35-45). (1). It tells us something about Mark (2). It tells us something about the disciples (vs 35-44) (3). It tells us something about Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Brethren

Different Kinds Of Prayer – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 14, 2024

Different Keys unlock Different Doors. I cannot use the same key on every door.

DIFFERENT KINDS OF PRAYER – Part 1 A. Introduction In lesson 1, we covered the following. 1) We Defined prayer… To be effective in the adventure of prayer you must be able to define prayer. 2) Explained how prayer is answered…prayer not monologue, it’s a dialogue, so you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15

Fellowship

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Mar 21, 2024

What did you do to Glorify God this past week?

A couple of weeks back we opened up the discussion of discipleship @ Cross Pointe Church. In that message, we looked @ how giving and fellowship are important keys in discipleship. I’d like us to take a closer look at fellowship, specifically Christian Fellowship and how it applies to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9

Why Go To Church

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

We are to encourage one another to stir up one another for love and good deeds.

Why Go To Church (Heb. 10:24,25) Throughout the western world church attendance continues to decline. Illustration: In 1999, 39% of people regularly profess to attend church (34% of men and 44% of women). In Germany less than 5% regularly attend church and in Britain less than 15% make a habit ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Likeness...my Goal

Contributed by Steve Mcfarland on Jan 16, 2005

This sermon seeks to encourage every believer on how they "Work out their salvation with fear and trembling."

HIS LIKENESS…MY GOAL Text: “So then, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your salvation with fear and trembling; for it is God who is at work in you both to will and to work for His good pleasure.” Philippians ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Dec 19, 2007

The blessing of receiving the gift of forgiveness.

Psalm 32:1-11 “The Gift of Forgiveness” Ephesians 1:7 (NKJV) 7 In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace. I. The Blessings of Forgiveness (1-2) • Blessing = happiness. • 3 Fold Truth of Forgiveness 1. Transgression is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Just Another Brick In The Wall Series

Contributed by Christopher Hill on Dec 21, 2003

Part One -All Christians as living stones are to work together to build God’s kingdom.

According to many historians, archaeologists, and others who study ancient cultures, the Incas had their great capitol in the mountains of Northern Peru thousands of years ago. Most intriguing of their architecture from the period are the great walls they built. The Incan walls of Northern Peru, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational