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Freedom's Measure

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 22, 2005

Paul exhorted the Galatian Christians to prioritize their freedom in Christ. Christians are called to measure their freedom in Christ, but How can they measure that freedom? 4 measures of personal freedom.

FREEDOM’S MEASURE—Galatians 4:19—5:5 or CAST OFF THE YOKE July 4th Paul exhorted the Galatian Christians to prioritize their freedom in Christ. Christians should measure their freedom in Christ. How can Christians measure their freedom? 4 measures of personal freedom. 1—Freedom is measured ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding The Passion And Plight Of Pastors Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 6, 2005

Pastor are not perfect, yet they are often expected to walk a thin line between love and conviction, heart and mind, between right and wrong. This places pastor firmly between the title of today’s message. Pastoring is then either a plight or a passion.

UNDERSTANDING THE PASSION AND PLIGHT OF PASTORS 1 Corinthians 4:14-21 INTRODUCTION: Pastoral ministry is often a precarious ministry. Many times pastors walk into or are called to situations, which are delicate and or sensitive in nature. Often, pastor are misconstrued, misquoted, and roasted. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Feeds The 5000

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Jul 25, 2005

We can all make changes - sacrifices if you insist- enabling us to give more to God so that we can better participate in His work.

July 31, 2005 The 11th Sunday after Pentecost Series A Matthew 14:13-21 Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand All four Gospel writers report this event - each with his unique perspective. Jesus, upon hearing of the fate of John the Baptist at the hands of Herod Antipas, ruler of Galilee, withdrew by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Lutheran

0504 Easter Iv: The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Aug 4, 2005

Today we hear about that most mysterious and misunderstood One of the Godhead, the "shy" member of the Trinity, the Holy Spirit.

Sermon: The Holy Spirit Text: John 16:5-15 Occasion: Easter IV Who: Mark Woolsey Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, Apr 24, 2005 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer. In the name of the Father, and of the ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

To Dispel Fear Series

Contributed by Johnson Charles on Apr 8, 2003

God reaching down to us: To dispel Fear Massage

God reaching down to us: To dispel Fear Massage #2. Intro: Two explorers were on a jungle safari when suddenly a ferocious lion jumped in front of them. "Keep calm" the first explorer whispered. "Remember what we read in that book on wild animals? If you stand perfectly still and look the lion in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:29-30, Luke 1:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's Keeping You From Your Miracle

Contributed by Mark Mccool on Apr 21, 2003

We often accept that God can do anything for anybody... until it comes down to our personal needs. Why? Ask yourself today, "If God is able, then what is keeping me from my miracle?" Your answer is on the way!

“IF GOD IS ABLE, WHAT’S KEEPING YOU FROM YOUR MIRACLE?” Mark McCool TEXT: Luke 1:37; 18:26-27; Matthew 17:20-21 Luke 1:37 37 For with God nothing shall be impossible. Luke 18:26-27 26 And they that heard it said, Who then can be saved? 27 And he said, The things which are impossible with men ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:37, Matthew 17:20-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Betraying Jesus

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 23, 2003

Jesus was betrayed by more people than Judas because He is still betrayed by us

Betraying Jesus Mark 10:33-34 April 15, 2003 Introduction 33 "We are going up to Jerusalem," he said, "and the Son of Man will be betrayed to the chief priests and teachers of the law. They will condemn him to death and will hand him over to the Gentiles, 34 who will mock him and spit on him, flog ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:33-34

Denomination: Church Of God

A Son's Final Week

Contributed by Jim Kane on Apr 27, 2003

Anyone could have hung as a thief next to Jesus - including one of us.

The Passion Week story is filled with characters that we could, and perhaps should, spend time examining because they illustrate the human race of every historical age. The status quo is present in the persons of the Pharisees and Sanhedrin. Every age of history has such people - religious or not. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Church Of God

The Great Commish Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 5, 2003

MAIN IDEA: The Great Commission is the Church’s marching orders, direction from our Commander in Chief, the center of God’s will for a church’s ministry. The Church is about glorifying God, and one main way to do so is by participating in the Great Com

Here is the bulletin insert, followed by the sermon (after the ****’s) The Great Commission Dissected The clearest and fullest presentation of the “Great Commission” is found in Matt. 28:19-20. These words were spoken about four weeks after the Resurrection. The 11 Apostles met Jesus in a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Do I Suffer?

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 9, 2003

Suffering is a part of the Christian life no one really enjoys. In the book of 1st Peter, the apostle explains to us why suffering is a part of our life, and God’s purpose in it.

Passage: 1Peter 1:1-9 Intro: number of months, been intrigued with the topic of suffering. 1. few things produce more frustration, few things produce such amazing growth in Christlikeness 2. my journey towards understanding has involved a few of you, class on Job 3. that class served to open ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Total Forgiveness

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004

A sermon outline from the principles taught by R.T.Kendall in Total Forgiveness

Total Forgetfulness Dr. Fernando Cabrera Genesis 37:1-50:26 1. Forget emotionally what was done against you a. First born – Manasseh “to forget” i. Joseph had not forgotten emotionally, but factually ii. Forget the pain 1. In Hell, says C.S. Lewis, part of the punishment will be to remember all, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Tragedy Of Lost Opportunity

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 5, 2004

Palm Sunday Sermon

LUKE 19:28-44 “THE TRAGEDY OF LOST OPPORTUNITY” A) From all outward appearances, Palm Sunday was a triumph! * Christ was riding into the city like a King ... The crowds were praising God and honoring Jesus! * Then, at the top of the hill, Jesus stopped ... He looked down and saw spreading before ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Baptist

God's Concession Speech

Contributed by Keith Shuler on Nov 9, 2004

Just because a leader is elected doesn’t mean that he chosen by God.

God’s Concession Speech 1 Samuel 8 This past Tuesday and Wednesday the world watched as Americans went to the polls to exercise their constitutional right to vote. After 7pm, the candidates running for office who did not receive a majority of the popular votes conceded to their opponent by giving ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Has He Risen?

Contributed by Eric Darr on Nov 11, 2004

This title may strike you in an odd way..... Has He Risen? While we are so accustomed to hearing He Has Risen. The reason I bring this title with a question mark vs. an accustomed exclamation point is because some of us in the church do not show a

Has He Risen? While driving to church on Easter Sunday two years ago, I told my children the Easter story. "This is the day we celebrate Jesus coming back to life," I explained. Right away, my 3-year-old son, Kevin, piped up from the back seat, "Will He be in church ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Part 6 - Shoes Of Gospel Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Nov 12, 2004

Part 6 of the Spiritual Warfare Series on the whole armor of God.

The Whole Armor of God Series Part 6 – The Shoes of Preparedness SCRIPTURE READING Ephesians 6:15 “15and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.” PRAYER SHOES SLIDE King James states, “And your feet shod” (Strong’s #5265) hupŏdĕô – ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:15

Denomination: Bible Church