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Esther: Victory Over Enemies Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 23, 2004

Victory comes when we are in right relation to the King

Esther 7:1-10 Victory Over Enemies Woodlawn Baptist Church September 19, 2004 Introduction “In 1567 King Phillip II of Spain appointed the Duke of Alba as governor of the lower part of the nation. The Duke was a bitter enemy of the newly-emerging Protestant Reformation. His rule was called the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 7:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Turning Trials To Triumph Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 6, 2004

This message explains why the Christian will face trials and what God’s desire is for the believer through the tests we face in life.

“EXTREME MAKEOVER” – PART TWO TURNING TRIALS INTO TRIUMPH JAMES 1:2-12 - ©DR. LARRY L. THOMPSON (2004) INTRODUCTION: Diamond Test Illustration: To test the genuineness of a diamond, jewelers often place it in clear water, which causes a real diamond to sparkle with special brilliance. An imitation ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

At The Cross

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on May 2, 2007

The cross must be in the center of our lives, because it is the power of God in our lives.

At The Cross TCF Good Friday Sermon April 6, 2007 1 Corinthians 1:17-25 (NIV) 17 For Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach the gospel--not with words of human wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power. 18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Plan Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Sep 5, 2007

We are to be a community of faith submitting to the Lordship of Jesus.

THE PLAN Matthew 16.18-19 S: Church C: God’s plan for us. Th: His power, His work – in us! Pr: WE ARE TO BE A COMMUNITY OF FAITH SUBMITTING TO THE LORDSHIP OF JESUS. ?: What do we need to understand? KW: Features TS: We will find in our study of Matthew 16.18-19 five characteristics of the church ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction To Rhythm Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Nov 2, 2008

Part 3 in series The Shape of Things to Come. The question isn’t whether we make commitments, it’s what kind of commitments we make.

Introduction to Rhythm The Shape of Things to Come, prt. 3 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers September 20, 2008 You will sometimes hear about churches that pride themselves on being “New Testament churches.” I’m not against using that title, necessarily, but there is a minor problem with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Free Methodist

I Will Be A Functioning Church Member Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 10, 2015

The church is described as a body in the New Testament. Each member of the body must serve its function so that the body is healthy.

Series: I Am a Church Member (based on and adapted from Thom Rainer’s book of the same name) “I Will Be a Functioning Church Member” 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 Open Today, we start doing something new that will last for six weeks. We are beginning a a book study together as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus, Our City Of Refuge! Series

Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Feb 23, 2014

The Cities of Refuge in the Book of Joshua are not only a portrait of Christ, but they are also a picture of the Church, the Body of Christ. We have a refuge in Christ to give to all who are in need of a Savior.

JESUS, OUR CITY OF REFUGE! Dr. Larry Petton Great Chapters of the Bible #7 Text: Joshua 20 _____________________________________________________________________________________ THINK ABOUT THIS Homelessness is skyrocketing in America. Over 3.5 million Americans live on the streets. Of the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Design For The Community Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 8, 2014

God's design: singleness is a blessing, not a curse.

Today, we’ll wrap up our series on Biblical manhood and womanhood. I know that for the past four weeks, I’ve encouraged those of you who are single and who might be tempted to think that much of what we’ve learned over the past four weeks really isn’t relevant to you to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:6-35

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Bible Reliable And Relevant Series

Contributed by Tim White on Feb 15, 2013

Part 1, a collection of well known information about the relevance of the Bible. Part 2, unique thoughts on the relevance of the Bible for today.

Is the Bible Reliable and Relevant? (The first half of this sermon has been gleaned from many sources of information. Particularly helpful was the blog of Robert Lundburg in the footnotes, but some of it has been collected from years of reading and study independently through many sources. The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

People Vs Bait Series

Contributed by John Sears on Jun 19, 2016

Our response to the tragedy that took place in the mass murders of 50 people in a nightclub in Orlando can help build God's Kingdom or build more hatred between the church and the LGBT Community. Our best solution is to see how Jesus might respond.

Special Note: I read this at our welcome time. During our morning message, we will be talking about some mature themed topics today. There will be a time or two that we drift somewhere in the realm of PG-13. If you have children with you who are not yet teenagers, we would encourage you to let ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

The Lion Roars!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 15, 2017

The Lion Roars! Overview of the book of Amos – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). THE SUBJECT. (2). THE TIME. (3). THE MAN. (4). THE LOCATION. (5). THE THEMES. Theme #1: The Eight Prophecies (1:3-2:16). Theme #2: Three Sermons (3:1-6:14) Theme #3: The Five Visions (7:1-9:10). Theme #4: The Five Promises (9:11-15) SERMON BODY Ill: Lion ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Is Holiness A Culture Or A Lifestyle

Contributed by Eugene Morell on Oct 16, 2012

This sermon looks at what is called holiness but is really just a culture. Holiness is not about rules and regulations.

Is Holiness a Culture thing or a Lifestyle? 1 Peter 1:13-25. Quite a while ago I began a message where I told you about a young lady who went to a pastor she had never met before to talk with him about a problem concerning her wedding. She & her fiancé had different church backgrounds & they had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus And Me Myth Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Nov 5, 2007

American Christainity has bought into some unbiblical ideas about faith and church and Jesus. This week, we talk about the lone ranger Christianity build on individualism

SE100707 MYTHBUSTERS 1. Jesus and Me Myth MYTHS We’re prone to pick up and pass on myths. I know this because I have an email account. I get about 4 emails a week detailing fantastic stories that just a small amount of research will prove totally false. But people just keep picking them up and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knit Quilt

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 16, 2009

Jonathan and David demonstrate how people are joined to one another: acknowledging a Father, receiving validation, empowering one another, working together for life.

There is a group in our church which is planning a quilt. This quilt is to depict the history of our church, with each square representing a decade in the church’s life. The finished product will be put on display so that everyone can get a picture of our history. Now this is not the first time ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unlocking The Power Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on Jul 13, 2025

1 THESSALONIANS 5:18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. What Happens? What happens when we build this attitude of gratitude? The SHIFT from a state of ILL-BEING to WELL-BEING is explicitly triggered by thankfulness and gratitude.

Unlocking the Power of Thanksgiving Now, I will be your teacher this morning and today we will be looking into the divine power of thanksgiving. In how thanksgiving is not just a byword and utterance of appreciation but also a KEY that can change our PRAYER LIFE and draw us closer to GOD! Are you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational