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  • The Death Of Saul And The Life Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 27, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,944 views

    In the short term Saul’s reign was a failure. But in the longer term God had a king in mind for Israel, who, through his death and resurrection, would bring the salvation, the leadership, the rule that the nation needed and who, in fact, would extend that

    Well, today we come to the end of the history of Saul, Israel’s first king. The question that faces us as we think about the life of Saul, is just how much of a failure was it? And what’s more, did God make a mistake in making him king? In fact, should God have refused the Israelites request for a ...read more

  • What Motivates You?

    Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Jun 14, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,634 views

    I ask the question, what motivates you as a Christian? What makes you do the things you do? I then make a contrast between David and Saul and ask, what motivated David to weep for a man who wanted to kill him, and what motivated Saul to pursue David.

    Title: What Motivates You? Text: I Sam 18:1-12; 19:9-11; 24:1-7; 26:5-12; 31:6; II Sam 1:11-12 Pray!!! Read Text - (II Sam 1:11-12) Introduction: - A question that has been frequently asked by Christians is “If you knew the Lord was coming in 2 weeks what would you do?” - Many have said, I ...read more

  • God's Faithful Messengers Series

    Contributed by Philip Kruis on Dec 17, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 8,212 views

    God uses his faithful messengers, both throught their presence and their message, to assure that message sent is message received.

    God’s Faithful Messengers Luke 1:26-38, 2:8-14 Introduction: "I know you believe you understand what you think I said, but I’m not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant." Wow! How many times do we communicate like that? Far too often I imagine. I’m currently doing premarital ...read more

  • Why Do You Need The Church

    Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 9, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,879 views

    A sermon about what the church provides for the believer. Worship, Fellowship, Discipleship, Ministry, Evangelism

    Why Do You Need The Church? Psalm 122 . Vance Packard calls America “a nation of strangers.” • Today: an epidemic of loneliness in our society. (4 out of 10 experience intense loneliness) • “Everywhere you look, there are signs that people are ...read more

  • How Do We "Inquire Of The Lord?” Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 12, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 77,606 views

    David inquired of the Lord for his big decisions; how do we do that?

    1 Samuel 23:1-12 October 19, 2008 How do we “Inquire of the Lord?” 2 weeks ago I preached from the story of David where he wanted to build a temple for God. He asked Nathan the prophet about it and initially got the thumbs up. But Nathan goes home and God gives him a prophetic word for David ...read more

  • God, You, And Your Vision. Part 1

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Mar 18, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,351 views

    Preparation and expectation of your vision to become a reality.

    I want to begin by sharing with you a story about a 19 year old Chinese pianist named Liu (lu) Shih-kun ( shy-cun). In 1958 he competed in the First International Tchaikovsky Competition for pianist. Van Cliburn won with Liu finishing second. Van Cliburn became world renown and Liu went back to ...read more

  • Agents Of Grace (Jonathan) Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 4, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,150 views

    Jonathan models true friendship and also serves as a picture of how Jesus is a friend to us.

    A few sermons ago we started with a little game called “Declare the Pair.” When I said, “bacon” you were to declare its pair or partner. So in the case of bacon you said…“eggs.” Bacon and eggs are a recognized pair on any breakfast table. We also listed ...read more

  • Don't Waste Your Life Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 7, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,506 views

    It is not enough to have great potential or show great promise. It is what you do with that potential that makes all the difference. A good beginning does not guarantee a good end. End your life well, to the glory of God.

    Whatever we start, do it well and end it well. Put your heart in it and do a good job. It is more important how we end than how well we start. • This is so true of Saul’s life. He started well, but did not end well. • We are going to read about his death today (1 Sam 31), and ...read more

  • The Shrewd Manager

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Sep 20, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,748 views

    A perspective on the parable Luke 16: 1-13; The parable of the shrewd manager. The story builds up to a bunch-line. What is the punch-line in this parable? It is the focal point for discussion and the opportunity for Jesus to bring healing into your life.

    A Perspective on: The Parable of the Shrewd Manager What is a parable? A parable is a story with the intent of informing the listener something about life. The parables that Jesus spoke compared earthly life to the Kingdom of God and the way to salvation. Many stories throughout the Bible ...read more

  • Lesson #19 Why Paul Felt It Necessary To Send Epaphroditus Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 3, 2019
     | 5,307 views

    Although Timothy’s visit was delayed, “Epaphroditus” was to go immediately, taking with him the epistle Paul was writing.

    Date: 10/31/18 Lesson #19 Title: Why Paul Felt It Necessary To Send Epaphroditus • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as end notes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture: (Philippians 2:25-28, NIV) (25) But I think it is necessary to send back to you ...read more

  • Taking Up A Cross

    Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 3, 2019
     | 5,897 views

    Just what did Jesus have in mind when He spoke of bearing a cross?

    No Crown Without A Cross Luke 9:18-26 David P. Nolte When Jesus spoke of the cross we must bear, He was not speaking about a lapel pin or bumper sticker. He was not referring to an ostentatious display. of a huge hunk of baggage on a chain or cord for a necklace. He didn’t mean a ...read more

  • No Crown Without A Cross

    Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 3, 2019
     | 12,509 views

    If we want to wear a crown in heaven we must bear a cross on earth

    No Crown Without A Cross Luke 9:18-26 David P. Nolte When Jesus spoke of the cross we must bear, He was not speaking about a lapel pin or bumper sticker. He was not referring to an ostentatious display. of a huge hunk of baggage on a chain or cord for a necklace. He didn’t mean a ...read more

  • Facing Your Giants (1) Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 10, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,099 views

    By God's grace we can overcome the giants in our lives. Watch what you are focusing on. Do what you possibly can.

    1 Samuel 17 records the famous story of young boy David fighting against the giant Philistine soldier Goliath. • This event likely happened after chapter 14 chronologically speaking, because at this point King Saul still does not know David. • It is likely that the author recaps what ...read more

  • A Voice Of Declaration Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 10, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,438 views

    The good news is to be heralded not only by the prophet but by all God’s people. It is God’s word for all peoples, in all the earth, in every generation.

    ISAIAH 40: 9-11. [ADVENT I SERIES PART IV] A VOICE OF DECLARATION [Acts 1:6-8] The preparer of the way already has been called to bring the life changing message that the glory of the Lord will be revealed on earth. When Immanuel comes He will indwell those who receive Him in order to give ...read more

  • David And Goliath Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 11, 2022
     | 3,182 views

    The story of David and Goliath has come to embody the struggle of the little guy – the underdog – the bullied who takes on the bully and knocks him off his pedestal - vanquishing the baddies from the land.

    November 12, 2022 *** DISCLAIMER *** I did a sermon in 2016 entitled, "Giants", which has been uploaded to this website. Since the story of David and Goliath is so loved, it was requested when we began our "Bible Stories" series. So, here is the 2022 version. ...read more