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God Made Us For The Kingdom - I Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Nov 2, 2003

Loyalty Sunday I - God is our Creator. He made us and gifted us very uniquely and specially for his purposes. We were made for God’s Kingdom.

I’d like to show you a few things today and see if you recognize them. These are pretty common items, but to know what they are you would have to be involved in the activity that they are used in. First, let me show you this [show the divot tool]. Can anybody here tell me what this gadget is for? ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:5-8

Denomination: Lutheran

A Great Mutiny

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Sep 17, 2006

Sermon for the 15th Sunday after Pentecost reminding us that being a Christian is more than just using Christian words and acting like one on a special day of the year.

A Great Mutiny Sermon on James 3:1-12 Pentecost +15- B September 17, 2006 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. “For every species of beast and bird, of reptile and sea creature, can be tamed and has been tamed by the human species, but no one can tame the tongue—a restless evil, full of deadly ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

What God Has Prepared For Us

Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 9, 2009

This message was preached on a special Sunday of giving to pay off the debt on land. It was meant to be an encouragement to move forward in God’s plans for His Church according to His wisdom and will.

WHAT GOD HAS PREPARED FOR US 1 Corinthians 2:9-10 INTRODUCTION: A. Let’s take a trip back in history - back to 681 B.C. 1. The nation of Judah had fallen away from God, big time. 2. So God had raised up a man, a prophet by the name of Isaiah, to proclaim a message – it was a message of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Just One Thing

Contributed by Craig Benner on Aug 6, 2011

When someone makes reference to "one thing", you take special notice because you realize that a priority is being mentioned. Let us pay attention to the priorities of God.

ONE THING When you start a new job, and the boss tells all the rules; you listen. When he says that there is one thing that needs to be done above everything else; you make a very special mental note, knowing that thing is a top priority. When it gets close to Christmas and the kids begin to tell ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Values Babies

Contributed by Daniel Owens on Jan 9, 2008

Children, both born and unborn, have a special place in God’s heart—and the ill treatment of these little ones will bring about God’s judgment upon society.

Listen to the Psalmist in chapter 127:3 (NASB) “Behold, children are a gift of the Lord; The fruit of the womb is a reward. Like arrows in the hands of a warrior, so are children of one’s youth. How blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them; They shall not be ashamed, when they speak with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Day God Eavesdrooped

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jan 23, 2008

God carefully listens to our conversations. Do we esteem His name as we shoul? If we do, He will declare us to be His very own special possession.

The Day God Eavesdropped Malachi 3:13-18 AT THE TIME OF THE WRITING OF MALACHI, the nation of Israel had strayed far from God. Those were dark days indeed. Sin abounded. Unbelief prevailed. The majority of people went their own way, giving little thought to the will of God or the ways of God. ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:13-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

"What Mary Did Know?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Dec 28, 2007

Elizabeth had the perfect words to encouage the heart of Mary. This message is a look at Mary’s response and praise, Mary felt: safe, special, sanctified, strong, successful, satisfied, and significant!

Title: "What Mary Knew?" Introduction: Can you imagine how full of desperation that Mary must have felt? When the angel mentioned to her that her aged cousin, Elizabeth, was also with child, Mary eagerly hasted on a journey to see her. At this point, it is doubtful that she had confided in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Baptist

Privileged Citizens

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on May 28, 2013

A privileged citizen is a person who is granted a special entitlement or immunity by a government or other authority - Do you have what is necessary to be a citizen? - Check your citizenship & heed the warnings.

- A privileged citizen is a person who is granted a special entitlement or immunity by a government or other authority - Do you have what is necessary to be a citizen? - Check your citizenship & heed the warnings. - There is a sign posted at a service station perched on the edge of the Mojave ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Bow In The Sky

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Jan 24, 2020

As we discover the many promises that the Lord has given to us we must stop and take note of a very special promise that the Lord made with Noah and is still active today.

Discovering the Promises Of God “The Bow In The Sky” Genesis 9:8-17 1-26-2020AM As we discover the many promises that the Lord has given to us we must stop and take note of a very special promise that the Lord made with Noah and is still active today. It is important to know why God made such a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

"Me? Barabbas?”

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 26, 2018

Barabbas watched as Jesus was beaten with HIS beating, as Jesus took up HIS cross, and as Jesus was peirced with HIS nails. He got a special revelation of Jesus as his substitute!

“ME? BARABBAS?” Mt. 27:15-17, 20-26 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: You really wonder about people’s common sense when you’ve read some of these instruction labels: 1. On a hairdryer: Do not use while sleeping. 2. On box of Cracker Jacks: You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:15-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Name Of Jesus

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 21, 2018

What is it about the Name of Jesus that makes it so special? Why are we to pray to the Father in the Name of Jesus and what did he promise His disciples when they prayed in this way?

The Name of Jesus “Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the Name of Jesus that is above every name that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow in heaven and on earth and under the earth and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the Glory of God the ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

My Month Of Sanctification

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 11, 2020

It is with great delight and joy that I welcome you to this special month of Sanctification. Salvation we know is a gift- "God saved you by his grace when you believed.

It is with great delight and joy that I welcome you to this special month of Sanctification. Salvation we know is a gift- "God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can't take credit for this; it is a gift from God." Thank God you believe in Christ Jesus, thereafter the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 20:7-8, 1 Corinthians 3:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Cheerful Giver!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 15, 2014

Don’t give Him grudgingly, don’t give Him sloppily, pull out that which is special in your wallet and give Him right away.

Cheerful giver! 2 Corinthians 9:7“Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.” We have fasting prayer on Saturdays, the school children and teachers also attend the meeting; however, I have to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Making A Difference

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 2, 2015

How often do we brighten up the lives of others with special acts? • Or maybe a better question is, how often do we look for these kind of opportunities?

A minister wore a carnation on his lapel every Sunday morning. • He never gave it much thought until one day after church, • A visiting boy about ten years old asked him if he could have it. • The minister handed it to him and asked him why he wanted it. • The boy said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:3-4

Denomination: Christian Church

Jesus Is Passing By!

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 20, 2016

Jesus is passing by. You are near to a miracle! It doesn’t happen every day. It’s a special, divine moment. Will you avail yourself of it?

JESUS IS PASSING BY! Lk. 18:37 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: LOOKS MAY NOT BE DECEIVING 1. For the first time in his life, Sam received a letter telling him he is being called for Jury Duty. On the appointed day, he joined many other prospective jurors in court for the official swearing in process. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43

Denomination: Assembly Of God