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Safety Is Not First! Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 17, 2008

Safety first is not a good motto for a Christian. (It must be “Christ First.”)

Turning Our Church Inside Out – Part 3 – Safety is not first! 1) Opening Illustration: a. Three Amigos b. Clip: "I’m drawing a line." This clip begins in the middle of chapter 11 if you are using a DVD. If you are using VHS, begin the counter at the opening of the movie where the Orion Pictures ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

Identity Theft - A Case Of Stolen Identity

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 20, 2008

Every 79 seconds, a case of identity theft is reported in America. This message encourages the believer to know who they are in Christ Jesus - and not allow the thief come to steal that identity.

I. Twins – But Not the Same a. Text: Genesis 25:21-28 “[21] Now Isaac pleaded with the Lord for his wife, because she was barren; and the Lord granted his plea, and Rebekah his wife conceived. [22] But the children struggled together within her; and she said, ‘If all is well, why am I this way?’ So ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:21-28

I Am The Door

Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008

Jesus said, “I am the Door.” What does He mean when He calls Himself the Door?

Who is Jesus? There are a lot of ways for us to try and answer that question. We can study the theology books for the great thinkers’ ideas of who He is. We can work out our own ideas within our own minds. Ore we can look to the One who knows Him like nobody else does… Himself. Throughout the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

Working It Out Jesus' Way (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 4, 2008

Part 3!

Working It Out Jesus’ Way (Part 3) Matthew 18:21-35 July 8, 2007 Introduction An elderly man on the beach found a magic lamp. He picked it up and a genie appeared. "Because you have freed me," the genie said, "I will grant you a wish." The man thought for a moment and then responded, "My ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Wesleyan

Do They Party In Heaven

Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jul 1, 2007

What causes the angels in heaven to rejoice?

Do they party in heaven? Luke 15:1 1Now the tax collectors and “sinners” were all gathering around to hear him. 2But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” 3Then Jesus told them this parable: 4“Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Power Usage Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 15, 2015

Don't use your power to benefit yourself at others' expense; use it to benefit others at your expense.

Just a few years ago (2012), Paul Piff was researching the effect power had on people. So in one study, he had subjects play a two-person game of Monopoly in which power was intentionally skewed: one player was given a wad of cash and the use of both dice; while the other player received only half ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Advent Themes: Peace

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 6, 2013

Advent Themes: Peace. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: God of Peace: “May the God of peace…” (vs 20a) God of Protection: “…that great Shepherd of the sheep…” (vs 20b) God of Power: “who…brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus,” (vs 20c) God of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:20-21

Denomination: Brethren

Love Is A Verb Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 30, 2013

In this sermon, we explore what love is and conclude that love is a decision and love is what we do.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a husband and wife, who had been married for many years and who were having dinner one night. 1. As they ate, the wife commented, “When we were first married, you took the small piece of meat and gave me the larger piece, but now you take the large one ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Idolatry Is The Issue Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 15, 2018

In this introduction to the series, we discuss what idolatry is and how it is still a problem in our modern times.

A. Can you guess what is the number one problem in the Bible? 1. It is the problem that more than 1,000 verses speak of? a. It is the problem that more than 50 of the laws in the first five books of the Bible are directed against. b. In Judaism it was one of only four sins to which the death ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:21, Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God Of Entertainment Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 12, 2018

In this sermon, we try to examine the way the god of entertainment tries to pull us away from God the Father.

A. How many of you have seen the 2005 romantic comedy called Fever Pitch? 1. It is a funny story about a guy who is a Boston Red Sox fanatic. 2. Here’s an interesting tidbit that you might not have known: Fever Pitch was actually first released outside the United States and Canada with the title ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16, Ecclesiastes 12:13, 1 Timothy 6:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hallelujah, What A Saviour!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 23, 2020

Isaiah chapter 52 verse 13 to chapter 53 verse 12 - Hallelujah, What A Saviour - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: A Surprising Saviour (52:13-15) A Rejected Saviour (53:1-3) A Representative Saviour (53:4-6) A Suffering Saviour (53:7-9) A Sovereign Saviour (53:10-12) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Now if I were to ask you to give me some of the names and titles of Jesus, • What immediately comes to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13-15, Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Brethren

That The World May Hear Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 4, 2012

The Gospel is the power of God unto salvation to every one who believes. God desires that every person have an opportunity to respond to the gospel & call upon Him. Since Jesus Christ is Lord of all, the Gospel should be proclaimed to all.

ROMANS 10: 13-17 THAT THE WORLD MAY HEAR [Romans 1:16-17] The preceding verses have been disproving that salvation is only for the Jews, or the chosen people. [The Scriptures have powerfully argued that eternal salvation is by faith in Christ and not by good works, heritage, or law keeping.] ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Application Of The Word Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 20, 2011

Jesus introduces six great examples of how the righteousness that He describes in verse twenty is the continuation and fulfillment of the Old Testament Law.

“The Application of the Word” Matthew 5:21-48 Now Jesus introduces six great examples of how the righteousness that He describes in verse twenty is the continuation and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-48

Denomination: Baptist

Effectual And Fervent Prayer

Contributed by James May on Nov 4, 2009

What is effectual and fervent prayer? Does it always have to be manifest only through praying in tongues?

Effective and Fervent Prayer By Pastor James May James 5:16b, "… The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much." Prayer is a vital part of the life of a Christian. Through prayer unto the Lord, we voice our needs, we give our praise, we show our worship and we demonstrate our ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Courtship Before Marriage Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on May 1, 2017

Series of marriage.

Celebrating Marriage #101 -- Pt 2 Introduction: The word courtship sounds pretty archaic by today's standards in a world filled with language like "one night stand" or "hooking up" and the very notion that "waiting until marriage" is the best option is laughed at in our culture. I'm going to tell ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-32

Denomination: Baptist