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Real-Igion

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Feb 21, 2012

In today’s passage, James wants to keep us from the deception that being religious is merely going through a set of rituals and motions. James doesn’t want us to be deceived into thinking the more I exemplify religious behavior the more spiritual I am. Le

REALIGION James 1:26-27 INTRODUCTION: Preventing deception is a major theme for James (1:1:16, 22, 26). In today’s passage, James wants to keep us from the deception that being religious is merely going through a set of rituals and motions. James doesn’t want us to be deceived into ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reason For The Season

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jan 18, 2011

YOU are the reason for the Season called Christmas!

The Reason for the Season Scripture: John 10:1-10 John 10:10 “I came so that they” Every Christmas season there’s a point when my spirit becomes agitated with Christmas. The disruption comes and goes all during the festivities. It usually occurs in November or can be as late as ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Power Of Persistent Friends Series

Contributed by Harry J. Colegrove on Oct 23, 2012

Even when faced with the impossibility of getting through the crowds these friends did not give up, they just got innovative! We all need persistent friends that are willing to do whatever it takes for us to get what we need

Gospel of Luke 5:17-26 - The Power of Persistent Friends (portions of this message were taken from a message here on Sermon Central. I do not remember the author or the sermon title - my apologies!) We are in a message series on the Gospel of Luke The word “gospel” literally means “good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Train Your Conscience - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 22, 2021

The Lord warns us that our eyes should be trained to be pure. Many are struggling with the sins of the eyes, because while there is much restriction as to what one can do with their hands and legs, there is no restraint set as to what one can do with their eyes.

Train your conscience - Part 2 In the past few chapters, we have delved deep into the subject of our conscience. To summarize briefly, we understand that our conscience is placed inside of us by God Himself, it is God’s gift to us, which serves as our internal audit to help us be aware of what is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27, Matthew 5:28

Denomination: Other

Cleanliness (Leviticus)

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Jul 31, 2019

The Israelites were taught to use water, a waiting period, and sacrifice to cleanse themselves. We too have the gifts of water (baptism), savior of all time and the final sacrifice.

Opening and Introduction I grew up in West Texas in a place called Big Spring. It’s a small town with tumbleweeds, oil wells, and loose dust that turns into a dust storm when the wind really starts blowing. One of our really big problems was water, and the water that we had was really hard. If ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 1:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Waters Of Redemption Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jan 4, 2020

Greetings in the Holy Name of God, My sisters and brothers, no subtle ways of stealing will get pass GOD as good virtue-it’s okay!

Waters Of Redemption by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (January 4, 2020) “He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name. ...My soul waiteth for the Lord more than they that watch for the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 111:9, Psalm 130:6-8, Luke 2:23-24, Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Friends

How To Culturally Adapt Your Communications

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001

Paul learned how to adapt his communications to maximize its effects with the Athenians. We too should ask the Holy Spirit to direct our communications for its greatest results. The Spirit is able to empower, enable and influence the outcome of our commun

CULTURALLY ADAPT YOUR COMMUNICATION Illustration: The Importance of Good Communications:Professional golfer Tommy Bolt was playing in Los Angeles and had a caddy with a reputation of constant chatter. Before they teed off, Bolt told him, "Don’t say a word to me. And if I ask you something, just ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heart And Mouth Disease

Contributed by David Dailey on Aug 31, 2001

Out Of The Abundance Of The Heart The Mouth Speaks

Heart & Mouth Disease I want to talk about Heart & Mouth disease. Our text is in Proverbs 4:20-27. I want to talk to you today about spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Usable

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Dec 17, 2001

This message asks the question as to whether or not we are willing to be used in God’s work as Mary was when the angel confronted her with the opportunity to bear the child Jesus.

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38 Title: “Are You Usable?” Introduction: I’m afraid that too many times this story is read with skepticism. It’s a story that sounds good to read at church during Christmas time, but are we really sure that this story is true. An angel showing up in a very poor part of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

This Gift Is Huge Series

Contributed by William Fix on Dec 24, 2001

Presents come in many sizes. Some are very beautifully wrapped, while others may be presented in a bag or even pulled out of a pocket or purse What is a true indication of the gift’s significance? "This is Huge" is a modern day axiom for "this is very

Presents come in many sizes. Some are very beautifully wrapped, while others may be presented in a bag or even pulled out of a pocket or purse What is a true indication of the gift’s significance? "This is Huge" is a modern day axiom for "this is very significant." As we share this Eve of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Methodist

Is Church Important?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 28, 2007

Many life’s were changed and touched.This message with alot of prayer is almost better read with power word for word!

Is Church Important? Text: Hebrews 4:8-13 8 For if Joshua had given them rest, then He would not afterward have spoken of another day. 9 There remains therefore a rest for the people of God. 10 For he who has entered His rest has himself also ceased from his works as God did from His. 11 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:8-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Right Thinking, Right Living

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jan 5, 2009

The way we think determines the way we live: We need to have the mind of Christ.

Right Thinking, Right Living January 4, 2009 The way we think affects the way we live. Right living starts on the inside, having the mind of Christ. "A good person produces good from the good treasure of his heart, and an evil person produces evil from an evil treasure, because the mouth speaks ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

With Whom Does God Move Series

Contributed by Ronito Nartea on Sep 13, 2005

there are thing we need to consider if we want to see God move with us and through us

Introduction: Every christian wants to experience God:s migthy moves in thier lives but not all are really experiencing his Power and soveriegn move. Let us all study what are some needed things to consider in order for us to see the migthy hands of God moving in our lives. Illustration God is ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Healing For Wounded Heart Series

Contributed by Vincent Leoh on Nov 22, 2005

Jehovah Rapha: In the midst of our bitterness and hurt, God reveals Himself as our Healer. The word Rapha is used some sixty times in the Old Testament and means, “to restore, to heal, or to cure” physically, emotionally and spiritually. We are in need of

HEALING FOR WOUNDED HEART ( Psalm 6:2-3; 147:3; Matthew 18:21-35 ) Healing is part of the blessings of obedience to the Law Exodus 15:26 “And He said, ‘If you will give earnest heed to the voice of the LORD your God, and do what is right in His sight, and give ear to His commandments, and keep ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wheat And Tare Believers Series

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Apr 27, 2006

Wheat and Tare believers were both grown in God’s Kingdom but can be differentiated as they grow, as they mature and as they bear fruits.

"...who hath ears to hear,let him hear." is the conclusion of Our LORD regarding this message, and this is also the words imparted to our churches nowadays. Many supposedly Christians are attending our Services every Sunday but why is it that they do not live enough to the power of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Pentecostal