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Selfless Christianity In Action! – A Brother Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Sep 23, 2002

Last week, we began looking at something that I entitled Christianity in Action as it was embodied in a man by the name of Epaphroditus. “Ep” was one of four examples that Paul mentions of selfless Christian living.

SERMONIC THEME Opening Statement: Last week, we began looking at something that I entitled Christianity in Action as it was embodied in a man by the name of Epaphroditus. “Ep” was one of four examples that Paul mentions of selfless Christian living. In Philippians 2:3-4 Paul wrote: 2:3 Instead of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:25-30

Called To Reconciliation And To Reconcile (The Trampled Triumphant)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 4, 2003

There is no one who ... can stand before God justified and clean because without the blood of Jesus that washes away our sin our righteousness is nothing more than filthy rags (Isaiah 64:6). (A sermon for Ash Wednesday).

CALLED TO RECONCILIATION AND TO RECONCILE Text: Second Corinthians 5:20 - 6:10 William Cowper, the poet, found peace with God through the words, "Jesus Christ, whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in His blood, to declare His righteousness for the remission of sins" ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Dead Man Walking

Contributed by Gerald Du Preez on Jun 5, 2002

Jesus, the Baby who was born to die

DEAD MAN WALKING The specially invited, all-be-it reluctant, audience stands transfixed. Their eyes are focused on the figure the other side of the glass. His gaze fastens on to the woman. Unblinking, he continues to stare at her, seeming to gain strength from her very presence. The tubes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Apostolic

"From Potiphar's Place To Pharoah's Prison" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2002

Joseph remained loyal in spite of unanswered questions

"From Potiphar’s Place to Pharoah’s Prison" Genesis 40 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts We’d all agree that God was with Joseph in Potiphar’s house…was God still with Joseph in Pharaoh’s prison? The most significant feature of Joseph’s life was his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:1-23

Denomination: Congregational

The Woman Who Impressed God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 15, 2002

What was it about Ruth that impressed God so much more than many others. After all, she was one of only 2 women to have a book dedicated to her story. Why?

OPEN: A Ph.D. candidate at the University of Southern California, was eager for the title of "doctor" - until one newly degreed professor shared his story. He said: A friend had called his home and asked, "Is the doctor in?" The Professor’s 10 year old son replied, "Yes, but he’s not the kind ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church Of The Turning Stomach Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 26, 2001

What makes our Lord feel ill?

THE CHURCH OF THE TURNING STOMACH HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSON: story about an Emporer dupped into believing that he was clothed in splendor. He strutted down the streets with an arrogant attitude while those who knew better saw him as just naked. THIS MORNING:  Church in a the wealthiest of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

God's Solution For Sin

Contributed by Dana Chau on Sep 2, 2001

Three ineffective ways to deal with sin and three effective ways to deal with sin.

John wrote this letter to counter the false teachings that crept into the churches. This morning, we will look at three ineffective ways to deal with our sin and three effective ways to deal with our sin. The passage we will look at is 1 John 1:5-10. Because the word, sin, is not always ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: *other

Effective Leadership Is Based On Service Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 16, 2005

A look at some of the building blocks necessary for effective leadership.

It has been said that, “A church wrapped up in itself makes a small package—too small, in fact.” Christ has commissioned His church to win the lost for Him. The most effective way to accomplish this mission is through leading in service. To be an effective leader one must have a servant’s heart ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:37-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Gifts: Service After Surrender Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 26, 2005

Link included to 9 sermon series on all 6 gifts from Rom. 12...all are in Formatted Text with Powerpoint Presentations.

Spiritual Gifts, pt. 1 “Service after Surrender” Rom. 12:3-8 Entire series with powerpoints can be found here: http://www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/serviceaftersurrender.html This statue is outside a church in San Diego. Vandals broke off the hands years ago. A plaque reads, "I have no hands but ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Unity Community

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 2, 2005

Psalm 133 gives a beautiful description of the kind of unity which only comes as a gift from God.

A Unity Community Psalm 133 SCRIPTURE READING: Psalm 133 INTRODUCTION: A few years back I took an introductory class to learn Hebrew. My most impressive accomplishment is that I can now quote Psalm 133:1 in Hebrew. I think the reason I remember it is that we learned it as a song: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Thankful Spirit Series

Contributed by Bart Leger on Jul 27, 2007

Why do people serve God? People serve the Lord from many motives. We will start by learning the thankful spirit.

The Marks of True Spiritual Service 1 A Thankful Spirit Why do people serve God? People serve the Lord from many motives. Some serve out of legalistic effort, as a means of earning salvation and God’s favor. Some serve the Lord for fear that, if they do not, they will incur His disfavor and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Created To Do Good Works

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 9, 2006

We are made with a purpose, to serve God by serving people.

You are made with a purpose. You are made to serve God by serving people. You don’t exist for yourself. The Bible says, “We are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Eph 2:10 Just like a potter makes a clay pot to hold water, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Power That Doesn't Falter Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Mar 4, 2006

This is the second message in a Lenten series on "The Seven Last Words of Christ." I also have information on appropriate dramas that can be used as an introduction to this and the other six messages in the series.

CROSS WORDS: WORD #2—THE POWER THAT DOESN’T FALTER LUKE 23:32-43 ARE YOU ABLE TO REMEMBER, WHEN A THIEF LIFTS UP HIS EYES, THAT HIS PARDONED SOUL IS WORTHY OF A PLACE IN PARADISE? These words, composed in 1926 by the hymnist Earl Marlatt in his hymn “Are You Able,” should pierce our hearts into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Methodist

The Cross

Contributed by David Butcher on Oct 21, 2006

The importance of the cross in the life of the believer TODAY. Especially in the light of opposition in the UK to this Christian symbol

Galatians 6:11-18 NLT 11 Notice what large letters I use as I write these closing words in my own handwriting. 12 Those who are trying to force you to be circumcised are doing it for just one reason. They don’t want to be persecuted for teaching that the cross of Christ alone can save. 13 And even ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Needed Change

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 13, 2008

This message was developed after reading Steve Meeks book "Relational Christianity." Christianity is not informational it’s relational.

A Needed Change John 8:32 * Tonight I have not come to “preach” but just to share my heart with you. Yes, I am the Senior Pastor. Yes, I am called that because I am so old. Yes, we will end up being here for several minutes, taking a look at what I think might be THE issue for believers today, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32

Denomination: Baptist