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  • Do It! Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 6, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,007 views

    If you want to pass the tests of life and come out on the other side of your trials a better person, more like Christ, then with God’s help: Receive the Word – do it! Reflect on the Word – fix it! And practice true religion – live it!

    In her book Amazing Grace, writer and poet Kathleen Norris shares what she calls “the scariest story” she's ever heard about the Bible. Norris and her husband were visiting a man named Arlo, a rugged, self-made man who was facing terminal cancer. During their visit, Arlo started talking about his ...read more

  • Two Ears One Mouth Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 7, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,205 views

    We should be willing to truly listen before we speak.

    Two Ears One Mouth Text: James 1:19-20 Introduction 1. Admittedly we all have trouble listening. Maybe we are watching our favorite TV program, and our husband or wife is talking to us about something that is important to them. As they talk, we may mumble, "Hmm", "Yeah", and "Uh Huh". Until ...read more

  • Face Value. Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 13, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,740 views

    Don’t take people at face value and so become a stupid judge and a judged sinner. Instead, be quick to love even those you might prejudge as unworthy.

    I’ll never forget what has become one of my all-time favorite TV commercials, shown during Super Bowl 39 over 12 years ago (February 6, 2005). The Ameriquest Mortgage Company sponsored the commercial, and it came with a powerful message. Take a look… (show Americaquest Cat Commercial video) A man ...read more

  • Acting And Doing Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 13, 2017
     | 14,216 views

    The Bible is our instruction manual so we must read it and put it into practice.

    Acting And Doing Text: James 1:21-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: Several years ago, when Melissa and Daniel were todlers, we bought a new bookcase for our living room. It was one of those one that come in a box and you have to take out all the parts and put it together. It comes with this ...read more

  • Faith Works! Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 20, 2017
     | 11,808 views

    Use your faith to serve. Then use your works to show that your faith is real. It will save you from a debilitating despair in the midst of your own trials.

    A state trooper was parked on the side of the road, waiting to catch speeding drivers, when he saw a car puttering along at 22 mph. Knowing that a slow driver is just as dangerous as a speeder, the state trooper turned on his lights and pulled the car over. As he approached the vehicle, the ...read more

  • It's Complicated

    Contributed by James Stophel on Jul 31, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,847 views

    I wonder if God where on so social media and needed to update his relationship status concerning you and I....what would it look like? Would it be......It's complicated?

    IT’S COMPLICATED Text: James 2:23 James 2:23 - And the Scripture was fulfilled which says, “Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness.” And he was called the friend of God. OPENING: We live in a day where social media reigns. And with family and friends spread ...read more

  • Wisdom From Above Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 2, 2017
     | 9,339 views

    If you want to demonstrate true wisdom in times of trial, don't boast; just behave with genuine humility.

    Jean Crist, of Niagara Falls, New York, talks about a man in her town named Neal. He is a kind and loveable character that many consider to be quite simple minded. So, time after time, people in her town come up to him and offer him his choice of a dime or a nickel. He always takes the larger ...read more

  • No Place In The Church Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 3, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,202 views

    In God's kingdom color doesn't matter, so we should see Christians of all races as our brothers and sisters.

    No Place In The Church Text: James 2:1-7 Introduction 1. Illustration: Prejudice is a disease of the mind that affects the heart. Prejudice is, literally, a pre-formed opinion, usually unfavorable, based on insufficient knowledge, irrational feelings or inaccurate stereotypes. We are all ...read more

  • Resolving Conflict Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 11, 2017
     | 9,957 views

    Don’t be envious, and don’t be an enemy of God. Instead, submit to Him, and watch Him bring peace to your turmoil.

    William Muir, a biologist at Purdue University studied chickens to determine what could make the egg layers more productive. Chickens live in groups, so first, he selected just an average flock, and he let it alone for six generations. He also created a second group of the individually most ...read more

  • A Message From The Mirror

    Contributed by J Richison on Aug 11, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,555 views

    The mirror of God's word provides a distinct and intimate reflection of our lives as seen through God's eyes.

    A Message From The Mirror James 1:22-27 James likens God’s word to a mirror in which one may see his or her reflection. Church memebers find security in their religious experience for many reasons. Faithfulness Tithing Offerings Worship While all of these are good things, needful things, and ...read more

  • Racism Is Sin Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 17, 2017
     | 12,474 views

    We must love regardless of a person's race, creed or socio-economic status.

    Racism Is A Sin Text: James 2:8-13 Introduction 1. Illustration: I heard about an African-American who tried to attend a church. Sadly, the church wouldn’t even let him attend a service. The pastor said, "You just need to pray about it." About three weeks later the pastor saw him and asked, ...read more

  • Handling Disappointment Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 25, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,653 views

    When people disappoint you, let God be Judge; and when plans disappoint you, let God be King.

    Several years ago, Neil Melly was at the Los Angeles International Airport, attempting to fly to Australia. However, his credit card was denied when he tried to purchase a ticket. Now, a flight from LAX to the other side of the world is no small change; so without a valid credit card, most of us ...read more

  • Powerful Prayer Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 8, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 18,856 views

    If you want to pray with great power, pray constantly, confidently, corporately, and fervently to pray effectively.

    Three pastors were talking about prayer as a telephone repairman was working in the room. One pastor said that the key to effective prayer was in the hands. He always held his hands together and pointed them upward as a symbol of worship. The second pastor suggested that real prayer was ...read more

  • Faith In Action Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 12, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 35,711 views

    Don't tell me about your faith, show it to me!

    Faith In Action Text: James 2:14-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: Samuel Bradburn, an ASSOCIATE OF JOHN WESLEY, was highly respected by his friends and used by God as an effective preacher. On one occasion he was in desperate financial need. When Wesley learned of his circumstances, he sent him ...read more

  • Faith That Works Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 12, 2017
     | 8,692 views

    You cannot separate faith from good works; they are interrelated.

    Faith That Works Text: James 2:19-26 Introduction 1. Illustration: Rena was 3 years old when she went to her first baptismal service. It was new for her and a bit mystifying. As events transpired, she looked up at her father with surprise in her eyes, "Daddy, he pushed that guy under the ...read more