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Be A Messenger And Giver Of Hope! Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 1, 2015

Mark sets the scene of Jesus in a strange place, in a strange situation with a couple of strange outcomes. The result is that Jesus shows he is open to all people.

Hope found in Jesus. Ever been the stranger in a situation, maybe the people you are visiting know you are coming, but still you are the stranger. Maybe there’s something you want, maybe there’s something you’re expected to provide. There could be uncertainty, there could be a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30, 1 Peter 1:13-17, 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Narrow Way

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 2, 2015

These are notes and sermon from Matthew 7:1 - 14. Shows the importance of using our words wisely because they have power when used in God's will.

Please the note the references of Utley of Understanding the Bible and Joyce Meyer's 365 Day Devotional Title: The Narrow Way Theme: To show that God’s way is a way of protection and security. He gave us a narrow road so that we can keep our self secure in Him. Text: Matthew 7:13 – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-14

Denomination: Church Of God

A Life Of Influence Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 25, 2015

Influence, Lifestyle, Accountability, Transformation

FOLLOW THE LEADER – A Life of Influence 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 (pg. 825) August 30, 2015 Introduction: There is a huge difference between love and lust that this world will never grasp...Love always flourishes and grows when “the need and desires of the other person are put ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am A Soldier Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Nov 19, 2015

A Bible study on 2 Timothy and A CHRISTIAN IS... a soldier in the Lord's army (Material adapted from Alger Fitch in his book, Reading Between the Lines, and Bob Tinsky's book, A Christian Is...) Preached for Veteran's Day

HoHum: Object: A flag Today we celebrate a special holiday. - It isn't Thanksgiving, even though that is getting close - It isn't Independence Day or Valentine's Day The holiday we celebrate today is called Veterans Day. This holiday is celebrated in many countries around the world. In some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thankful For The Cross

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 25, 2015

At Thanksgiving, we think of many things we’re thankful for – our families, jobs, health, food, friends, church, being Americans, etc. Darlene Zschech mentioned one more – "Thank You for the cross, Lord." Let's look at that.

THANKFUL FOR THE CROSS Gal. 6:14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. WHAT’S A MOTTO. As a new paratrooper, I was struck by all the T-shirts on base emblazoned with the motto "Death from above!" Later I noticed a submariner with a T-shirt that declared "Death from below!" Then, standing in line for ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Prepare The Way Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 7, 2016

Though none can see it, God is working behind the scenes and through the course of history to prepare the way for the coming of the Messiah, setting the earthly stage for the entry of His only begotten Son into the world.

Preparing the Way Isaiah 40:3-5, 9-11 When God called the Jewish people, he gave them everything necessary to follow Him and for salvation, principally, the Law. When they entered the Holy Land, God warned the Jewish people not to intermarry with the Gentile and to always keep God first. They did ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-11

Denomination: Methodist

Let It Shine Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 16, 2015

The body armor of God's righteousness is both a offensive and defensive weapon. This sermon points out the benefits of both.

In 2003, a class action lawsuit was filed against Second Chance Body Armor. Second Chance manufactures bulletproof vests for police officers and security personnel. Hundreds of police departments throughout the country use their products. Apparently, several police officers had been killed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14

Denomination: Foursquare

Jesus The Forgiving Savior

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Mar 9, 2016

Today we focus on forgiveness as we study Simon the Pharisee and the sinful woman, found in Luke 7:36-50. Luke 7:36–50

John Newton lived from 1725-1807. He wrote what is undoubtedly the most familiar Christian hymn of all time, Amazing Grace. Newton’s testimony is equally as profound as the hymn that so beautifully depicts his faith in Christ. Newton was a young man torn between the influence of a godly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis 46 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 6, 2009

verse-by-verse

Last week we discovered the beginning of the story of Joseph. His story began with his brothers selling him into slavery that would take him to Egypt. A tough way to begin your adult life – but God would use it to shape him into the man he needed to be. But the story of Joseph seems to get ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 38:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Exodus 3 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 11, 2009

verse-by-verse

How come some people don’t follow through on what God wants them to do? God speaks to them, He inspires them, He calls upon them to do something great but they just don’t do it. How come some people don’t answer God’s call? [Garrett’s calling story.] Well maybe they get into sin, maybe they get ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Unavoidable Question Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 15, 2009

As in the movie Saving Private Ryan Captain Miller had to ask himself...."for whom or what would I give my life" Pvt James Ryan at the end of his life asked..."Have I been a good man?" These are life questions we all must ask. Stephen answered the ques

In Jesus Holy Name August 2, 2009 Acts 6:7-15, 7:55-58 “The Unavoidable Question” Part V In the movie “Saving Private Ryan” the opening scene shows an old man walking down a wide path through a colonnade of evergreens. He has a full head of gray hair; He wears a light blue ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

I Value You For Who You Are

Contributed by William Hooper on Jun 1, 2013

Discovering what we mean when we give others affirmative words.

“I Value You for Who You Are” Genesis 1:26-27 Psalm 8 Introduction We make value judgments every day about all sorts of things. We choose one product over another product. We choose one TV news program over another. We think carefully before investing a huge amount of money in a new ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Weird Sunday Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Apr 14, 2014

As followers of Christ we honor him by submitting to his absolute authority and bow before the sovereign rule of the Kinjg of grace.

Title: Weird Sunday Text: Matthew 21:1-11 Thesis: As followers of Christ we honor him by submitting to his absolute authority and bow to his sovereign rule in all things. Introduction Show YouTube Clip Marionettes: No More Wires! Direct TV Commercial I am with the guy whose response to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Health Checkup #1 Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 29, 2014

A look at Matthew chapter 25 verses 31 through 46

Health Checkup #1 Matthew 25: 31 – 46 31 “When the Son of Man comes in His glory, and all the holy angels with Him, then He will sit on the throne of His glory. 32 All the nations will be gathered before Him, and He will separate them one from another, as a shepherd divides his sheep ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Joanna: Wife Of Cuza Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Feb 8, 2021

The teaching of Jesus for today is a radical call to live and think and feel in a way that is counter-cultural; i.e., that radically contradicts the prevailing culture within which we live.

Joanna: wife of Cuza Luke 8:1-3. The teaching of Jesus for today is a radical call to live and think and feel in a way that is counter-cultural; i.e., that radically contradicts the prevailing culture within which we live. The lives we are to live are, however, a continuation of the spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God