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Weakness Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 25, 2001

based on 64 ratings

| 7,213 views

You must make a choice of alignment- either with the weakness and foolishness of God- or the supposed strength and wisdom of the world.

Weakness January 27, 2001 Strength is a ‘big deal’ anymore. It shows up in many guises and in many different situations. Just a week or so back, there was a lot of advertising from the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) encouraging people not to miss the wonderful wrestling by the world’s strongest ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Olivet Discourse Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 7, 2002

based on 20 ratings

| 10,760 views

It is important to not only understand end-time events, but how the principles behind end-time events are relevant to daily life today.

The Olivet Discourse (Matt., chapters 24-25, Mark 13:1-37, Luke 21:5-36) NOTE: This is a handout included in the bulletin Some people love to study end-time events and all the big words that accompany it, such as "eschatology," which is "the study of last things." Other Christians have sour ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Being Positive In Days Of Discouragement Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 19, 2001

based on 154 ratings

| 20,276 views

Christians can be positive because God has an intense interest in us; He has given us a new birth; He has a purpose for our trials; and He has allowed us to live in a special time.

Are the days we live in any more difficult than the days of the past? Maybe not. Of course, the level of comfort has significantly increased due to the many advances in technology. But have these improvements in technology actually helped society. The truth is, people still face the same problems ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Helping Each Other Grow Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 7, 2004

based on 44 ratings

| 8,727 views

Once we win people, we need to help them grow in Christ. Paul speaks of how he shared the gospel with people. We can gain insights as to what we can do to help each other grow!

INTRODUCTION • Over the last couple of weeks we have seen how the Gospel should change our lives. Last week we examined how it should motivate us to carry out part of our two-fold mission, reach out to lost souls. • Our mission as a church and as individual Christians does not end when we get ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Joseph's Journey Of Redemption"

Contributed by Ryan Sato on Jun 28, 2005

based on 40 ratings

| 15,180 views

Today’s sermon marks our final segment of the journey with Joseph. In Chapter 45, the redemption theme “comes together” and Joseph embraces the reality of what it looked like for redemption to happen in his own life and the lives of his family members.

Opener: When I was in Nova Scotia this past week, I was talking with one of the Youth Directors and he is in the midst of teaching an Adult Sunday School where he is doing an overview of the Bible in a Year….they read a big chunk of the text (ie: this week they’re reading Psalm 1 – 30) and then ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Loving Proof

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Sep 2, 2004

based on 36 ratings

| 6,185 views

Sermon for Trinity Sunday

Romans 5:1-8 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also rejoice in our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas Is Coming Again

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on May 22, 2003

based on 29 ratings

| 6,528 views

His first coming brought you liberation, His second coming is going to bring you transformation. His first coming brought heaven down to you; His second coming will bring you up to heaven.

Christmas Is Coming Again Scripture Reference: Acts 1:1 – 11 Introduction There is clear evidence that we are in the throes of the holiday season. It actually started the day after Thanksgiving. Someone even said that preparations where even being made after Halloween. Have you caught the fever ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Case For Holiness Series

Contributed by J. Richard Lord, Jr. on Jun 5, 2003

based on 60 ratings

| 4,856 views

Every major denomination believes in Holiness. Everything in the Bible points to the fact the God expects His people to live a Holy life.

#2 in Holiness Series May 11, 2003 The Case For Holiness 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 There is not a major main line Christian denomination in existence that does not believe in holiness. Everyone who believes in God believes in the ultimate holiness of God. Almost every denomination and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

The Case For Holiness Series

Contributed by J. Richard Lord, Jr. on Jun 5, 2003

based on 38 ratings

| 3,490 views

#2 in Holiness Series. Every major denomination believes in Holiness. Everything in the Bible points to the fact the God expects His people to live a Holy life.

#2 in Holiness Series May 11, 2003 The Case For Holiness 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 There is not a major main line Christian denomination in existence that does not believe in holiness. Everyone who believes in God believes in the ultimate holiness of God. Almost every denomination and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

The Gospel According To Leviticus 23

Contributed by Steven Cook on May 8, 2003

based on 33 ratings

| 12,458 views

God’s plan for the ages is reveal in type in one chapter of the Word of God - Leviticus 23 - a chapter that every religious Jew knew well.

“The Gospel According to Leviticus 23” Leviticus 23:1-14 By Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read – Leviticus 23:1-14 B. God instituted “7 Feasts” for the nation of Israel to observe. C. These feasts provide a 2-Fold Purpose. D. To Israel, the 7 Feasts provided “Object Lessons” to remind them ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Are You In The Will? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 21, 2005

based on 30 ratings

| 4,053 views

Are you in the Will of God? Do you want to receive an inheritance from God? Live in the will, be in the Will.

INTRODUCTION „X SLIDE 2 „X There are times when life is a real struggle. The health starts to go bad, bills start pouring in, and debt starts to accumulate. Problems start to happen in the marriage. Your children start to cause you a lot of trouble. You job is no longer as secure as you once ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Destination Greatness

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Sep 12, 2006

based on 1 rating

| 3,236 views

Due to His grace and peace towards us - we are positioned and destined for greatness

Destination Greatness Purpose: Confidently connecting people to God Mission: Grow confident passionate disciples who’ll make other disciples Vision: A church where no one is left to struggle alone Ephesians Series Theme: GOD’S FAMILY- DESTINED FOR GREATNESS Text: Ephesians 1:1-14 By Pastor ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Sojourners Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Nov 21, 2005

based on 11 ratings

| 6,538 views

27th and final in series on Joshua: Taking New Territory. This sermon is about the journey we are on, and some advice for the road.

Joshua 24:1-27 – Sojourners And now, here we are. We have reached the end of Joshua. Congratulate yourselves for surviving over 2 dozen sermons from one book. In truth, actually, I hope you have gained insight and wisdom on how to apply what you believe to how to behave. I hope that you have ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Amazing Grace: God Calls Us! Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Mar 2, 2007

based on 6 ratings

| 7,473 views

God’s prevenient grace calls us to a relationship with Him.

Amazing Grace: God Calls Us Isaiah 49:1; Jeremiah 1:4-5 John Newton penned the famous hymn Amazing Grace in 1779. We discovered last week that God’s salvation is made real in our lives because of His amazing grace, but we also discovered that God’s gift of grace is not a one time offering. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-5

Denomination: Methodist

A Child, A Messiah

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 6, 2004

based on 74 ratings

| 11,514 views

A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent

3rd Sunday in Advent Matthew 11:2-11 "A child, A Messiah" "Now when John heard in prison about the deeds of the Christ, he sent word by his disciples and said to him, "Are you he who is to come, or shall we look for another?" And Jesus answered them, "Go and tell John what you hear and see: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Lutheran

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