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Lessons About Jesus From A Priest Named Mel Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Nov 8, 2023

Melchizedek.... Hebrew kids heard about him all the time. His story was familiar but what does this old priest tell us about the greater Priest; Jesus. He's got a lot to say.

The Bible is by far the most unique and amazing books on planet earth. I especially love the Old Testament stories. As a child I remember my mother reading me the Old Testament Bible Stories at night at bedtime. As a boy, I was mesmerized by the stories and still are to this day. My favorite ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Taste And See Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jun 20, 2008

How many times were you told as a little kid to taste something and see if you like it? Well, here is an invitation from God to give Him a test of His goodness, and He never fails to satisfy.

Taste and See Griffith Baptist Church – 6/22/08 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 34 Main Verse: Psalms 34:8 - O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in him. The Introduction How many times were you told as a little kid to taste something and see if you like ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Parenting With A Purpose Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 12, 2014

Psalm 78 is a hymn for the home. It teaches that the responsibility of each parent or grandparent is that our kids & grandchildren know God & His Word, that they understand that the key to success is to know the Lord, to love Him, & to be obedient to Him.

PSALM 78: 1-8 PARENTING WITH A PURPOSE [Deuteronomy 6:1-9] Today is that wonderful Sunday we call Mother’s Day, a day when we celebrate our moms and the priceless role they play in family and society. Moms, it’s not my intention today to add to your struggles as a mom, because many of you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Doubting Thomas

Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 18, 2015

Believing something opens to us the possibility of experiencing it, of seeing it come to pass, and of having that which we believe produce in us many kids of blessings. What will it take for us to believe? What proof are WE looking for?

One Easter Sunday morning, a minister looked out on his congregation and noticed many people who had not been there for a long time. Before he began his sermon he said, "Since this will probably be the last time I see many of you for awhile, let me be the first to wish you 'Merry Christmas' ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Anglican

Firm Foundation

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 26, 2011

Using the interests of our kids as teaching opportunities, we repeat Bible stories so they become recognizable, while modeling a godly life before them. The fear of God in the heart will be the most powerful principle of obedience. It is highly desirable

Opening illustration: My nephew in Delhi Aashan began to recognize cars by make and year very early for his age. This all started when he and his grandpa began spending time together playing with his old collection of toy cars. His grandpa would say, “Aashan, get the 1957 Chevy,” and he would pick ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Just

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Jun 23, 2012

What if it’s not enough to be a church member or attender? What if it’s not enough to raise our kids to be Christians? What if it’s not enough to simply study the Bible or belong to a small group?

Read Psalm 146 One of the things that church does really well is help people. My family and I have been helped by the church many times over the years. When Kristi gave birth to our still born son in 1994, the Boulevard Church of Christ in Lake Charles Louisiana where I was the youth minister ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 146:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Lord Can Do A Lot With A Little

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Feb 1, 2010

Talks about the miracle of the feeding of the 5000 and how God wants us to offer him what we have so he can do a miracle through us. Done for our Family Sunday with our kids present.

The Lord can do a lot with a little John 6:1-13 Slide Good morning, I am glad that you made it out today for our family Sunday. It is always a blessing when our families get to be together and worship together. Today is going to be a little different. Instead of a sermon, we are going to have ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Most Of Vacation Bible Schools Are Not Christ Centered But Man Centered. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 18, 2019

As the summer vacation starts many churches have come up with various vacation programs which they call it as vacation bible school filled with pragmatic, man-centered, entertainment-style programs designed to lure kids and teens into the church..

Baiting the hook with promises of fun and excitement with spectacular worldly events like hip-hop and rock music, cool and fun entertainment, craft time, snack time, or game time and with bunch of unbiblical programs. These people act in entertainment-driven, just like the secular world. Most ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:11, 2 Peter 2:3, Matthew 23:25, 1 Corinthians 10:21

Can't Stop Won't Stop Series

Contributed by Caleb Anderson on Nov 7, 2016

Staying the course…finishing well…in a word, persevering Is the revolution still on? in YOUR home—marriage/kids? At your workplace? Is integrity still worth defending? Is hope still worth holding onto?

Personal… gratitude… Nehemiah Mission from God might not be out there… might be right in front of you (parent blended family) might not be BIG… out there… Nehemiah has been our guide—and Favor With Kings our simple tool—to explore what I believe is true ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-4

Denomination: *other

Childrens Assembly - Man Looks On The Outside

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Nov 16, 2001

Complete assembly for 7-11 year olds on appearances and what God is really looking for. Uses a very graphic demonstration which makes the kids think the priest is eating Dog Food! Good for a mixed religion / unchurched assembly.

Junior School (age 7-11) Assembly "Man Looks On the Outside" Equipment: 1 Can Dog Food, and one of those plastic can lids 1 packet of Orange Jelly (Jello) 1 Mars Bar Can Opener Spoon Preparation: Open the BOTTOM of the dog food and feed it to your dog, clean the inside of the can and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Child Protection Services

Contributed by Anoop Samuel on Jan 25, 2008

Child protection agency workers visit homes to make sure that children are well taken care physically and mentally. But we still find lot of families in turmoil because of kids that are out of control. They might be in good standing according to the child

Child Protection Services Children born in United States mostly get excellent medical and parental care. Government mandates use of car seats to make sure that the child is well protected during transportation. Regular doctor visits ensure that appropriate vaccinations are taken and the growth of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

No More Excuses

Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Oct 18, 2003

Cubs’ fans blame curses and a kid but not their own team for their failures. We will blame anyone and anything rather than take repsonsibility for ourselves and our moral failures, teen pregnancy, violence, evil during Halloween. God says no more!

Please e-mail me with any comments or if you use any part of this at your church at Mail4ChrisR@aol.com. I would love to hear about it. God Bless! - Chris How many of you know about Billy Sianis’ goat? Sianis, a local tavern owner, tried to bring his goat into Game 4 of the 1945 World Series at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:25-32, Ezekiel 18:1-32

Denomination: Methodist

Back To School 2012

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 19, 2013

This week many of us will be sending kids back to school, or going back to work as teachers. Saul was saved instantly, but his journey to becoming the Apostle Paul took some time.This is a passage about Saul going back to school.

Back to School August 12, 2012 Introduction: A This week many of us will be sending kids back to school, or going back to work as teachers. a This is a passage about Saul going back to school. b Just like many of us or our kids, grandkids, people we love. B Saul was saved instantly, but his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Plagues Of Egypt Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on May 31, 2013

So Moses comes back to Egypt with his brother Aaron after the experience with the burning bush. Apparently his wife and kids stay in Midian, and we begin to see what was probably the most difficult and frustrating ministry position ever.

The people are happy to see Moses and at the end of chapter 4 we see that they are convinced that the Lord sent Moses and they worshipped together. Well, there's usually lots of enthusiasm when a new pastor comes and does lots of great things. Hope starts to build in the people and they get excited ...read more

Part 14 - Matthew 10:18-19 - Grasshopper, Expect The Unexpected! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on May 21, 2010

I remember as a kid watching the TV series called "KUNG FU" staring David Caradine. The blind Master Po (Keye Luke) calls his young student "GRASSHOPPER" to "EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED". We are not grasshoppers but we are called to BEWARE.

Part 14 - Matthew 10:18-19 - GRASSHOPPER, EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED! A friend of mine works as a boilermaker in Bowen, Queensland Australia. He is a big man with muscles like an Olympic weight lifter, a voice that booms and a laugh that is full and infectious. PATRICK PATTERSON loves the Lord and if ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational