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Fear Of God Part 4

Contributed by Gerald Albers on Oct 31, 2011

Now, we are wrapping up our series on fear. Three weeks ago we looked at Zechariah, a saintly old man who had lived his life with unanswered prayers. Two weeks ago, we looked at Mary. The angel told her not to be afraid of God changing her plans for her l

FEAR OF GOD Part 4 TEXT: Luke 2:8-20 8 Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. 10 Then the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Appeal Of An Old Man Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 10, 2011

What was Paul’s appeal as an old man to Philemon? 1- His appeal was love 2- His appeal was acceptance 3- His appeal was obedience

INTRO.- ILL.- Observations on Growing Older - Your kids are becoming you...and you don’t like them ...but your grandchildren are perfect! - Going out is good. Coming home is better! - When people say you look "Great"... they add "for your age!" - You forget names ... but it’s OK because other ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:8-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Exchange

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Mar 9, 2012

The Great Exchange that God makes in our lives Beauty for Ashes, Oil for Anointing, and Garments of Praise for our heaviness.

Note: I am not sure where I got this basic outline from. I added much of the content and used some notes from messages of the past. Title: The Great Exchange Theme: To show what happens when Christ changes. Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3 (Isa 61:1 "The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon Me, Because the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Church Of God

Tripping Over The Big Obstacle

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 21, 2009

We struggle against sins (actions), sin (attitude), and evil (forces greater than ourselves). We must have Christ’s help to keep from falling. (Delivered by gradually stretching down the chancel steps).

Walking looks like the simplest thing in the world, unless and until. Walking is something we do without even thinking about it, unless and until. Unless you are a toddler, just learning to use your legs; then walking becomes a matter of holding on to the coffee table for dear life, taking two ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-28

Denomination: Baptist

Is It Too Good To Be True?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 27, 2009

What God can do is not too good to be true.

Title: Is It Too Good To Be True? Text: Ephesians 3:14-21 Thesis: What God can do is not too good to be true! Introduction I don’t know if the adage, “If it’s too good to be true, it usually is,” holds true but as a rule, if something seems too good to be true, it usually is too good to be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Never Too Old To Stretch

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 3, 2009

We have a choice. We can live out the last years of life fearful of growing old, of being helpless, of being a burden, or we can live in great expectation of our Savior’s return.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2019) TEXT: Philippians 3:12-21; 1 Timothy 1:13-15 ILL. Look at the picture of the man up on the screen. It is the face of someone you have undoubtedly seen many times before. He grew up in the toughest part of Houston, TX, in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21, 1 Timothy 1:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pick Your Prized Possession Wisely

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 26, 2008

Kingdom choices have eternal consequences.

Title: Pick Your Prized Possession Wisely Text: Matthew 13:44-52 The Big Idea: Kingdom choices have eternal consequences. Introduction Let’s begin by listening in on a “man on the street” clip in which interviews ask four questions: (Heaven and Hell, Sermonspice.com) 1. Do you believe in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Serial Killer Saints

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Jul 31, 2008

Be mindful of how we treat others

Armed and Extremely Dangerous Proverbs 11:30 A serial killer is someone who murders three or more people in three or more separate events over a period of time.[1] Many serial killers suffer from Antisocial Personality Disorder and usually not psychosis, and thus appear to be quite normal and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:30

Denomination: Methodist

Living In The Light - Get Real Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 15, 2007

John calls us to live open lives

1 John 1:5-2:3 Living in the Light - Get Real Last week I talked about two streams of thought about Jesus that have some similarities to groups that the apostle John was having to deal with. I think these streams are best represented today by people like Dan Brown & his novel, the Da Vinci Code ...read more

Denomination: *other

Why Am I Here? Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 16, 2007

If you will climb out of your rut and go out of your way to see who Jesus is, And if you welcome Him into your home, the way Zacchaeus did,you’ll discover the answer to the question, WHY AM I HERE?

Why> Series # 1 CHCC: September 17, 2006 Why am I Here? Luke 19:1-10 INTRODUCTION: The title of today’s sermon is “Why Am I Here?” I can’t hear that without remembering a Presidential Debate that happened a few years back. Ross Perot was running as an “Independent.” He chose an older ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Memorial Day

Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Dec 28, 2004

The importance of Jesus Christ in our quest for peace and freedom. Memorializing the sacrifice of Jesus as our Christ who gave us the freedom that we defend war after war.

MEMORIAL DAY 2004 Remembering the sacrifices for our freedom EPH 5:30-32 From Jamestown to Plymouth; from the French and Indians to the struggle for independence; from the wars to end all wars to the present skirmish in Iraq, millions have laid down their lives to make us free. I lost uncles in WW ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:30-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Places To Find Joy Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 12, 2009

Paul teaches us from prison where true JOY can be found

PLACES TO FIND JOY: In relationships with other believers Philippians 1:1-8 Philippi was located in the area of Macedonia –now the northern most province of GREECE/ bordering Albania In ancient times it was in a gold mining area. After 400 B.C., Philip II of Macedon seized the mines, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-8

Inner Peace

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Apr 8, 2009

Things we need to avoid to have peace

Inner Peace If you can start the day without caffeine, If you can get going without pep pills, If you can always be cheerful, ignoring aches and pains, If you can resist complaining and boring people with your troubles, If you can eat the same food every day and be grateful for it, If you can ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Wesleyan

Beating The Christmas Blues

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 15, 2014

Christmas is supposed to be the "Most Wonderful Time of the Year," but for many it generates conflicts, sadness, loneliness, stress, etc. What's God's prescription for beating the Christmas blues?

BEATING THE CHRISTMAS BLUES Mt. 1:18-25 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There are a lot of things Dads don't typically do much of around Christmas -- like shopping. 2. A little girl noticed this and asked, "Is it true that Santa Claus brings us our Christmas presents?" Her Mother said, "Yes, that's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ammon Had. A Friend

Contributed by Paul Getter on Jan 12, 2012

Who we associate with can often times determine our destiny.

AMNON HAD A FRIEND II Samuel 13:1 And it came to pass after this, that Absalom the son of David had a fair sister, whose name was Tamar; and Amnon the son of David loved her. 2 And Amnon was so vexed, that he fell sick for his sister Tamar; for she was a virgin; and Amnon thought it hard for him ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-5

Denomination: Apostolic