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Wise Men Still Seek Him

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Dec 18, 2001

based on 24 ratings

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This catchy slogan has appearred on commercial Christmas material for ages. The implications of the statement bothers me. What does it mean? What is it’s implication for us?

The story goes an angel appears at a faculty meeting and tells the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord will reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selects infinite wisdom. "Done!" says the angel, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Something Wonderful, Terrible, Dreamed About, And Something Seen

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Mar 22, 2005

based on 43 ratings

| 2,289 views

The message of the Bible can be summed up by four somethings--all pointing to the Resurrection.

Something Wonderful, Something Terrible, Something Dreamed About, Something Seen Matt 28:1-10 1 After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. 2 There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Meaning Of Resurrection Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 28, 2005

based on 15 ratings

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5th of 5 on life after life. This was preached on Easter Sunday. Credit for the main illustration goes to Matthew Rogers. Sermon Central contributor.

It was a windy but sunny spring day in May of 1986… Matt was a part of the team but the best runner was John Waller. John was somewhat of a living legend at that time in boys track. He was an incredibly gifted runner who had consistently placed in the top 5-10 spots in the mile run at the state ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God-Pleasing Faith Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 4, 2005

based on 497 ratings

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Hebrews 11 tells What Faith IS and what Faith DOES. Biblical faith will Worship (Abel), Walk (Enoch), Work (Noah), and Wait (Abraham)

God-Pleasing Faith Hebrews 11 SCRIPTURE READING: Hebrews 11:1-6 INTRODUCTION: Everyone has faith. A Houston Pastor named John Bisagno put it this way: "Faith is the heart of life. You go to a doctor whose name you can’t pronounce. He gives you a prescription you cannot read. You take it to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am Not What I Wanted To Be?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 8, 2005

based on 16 ratings

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Sometimes our plans and hopes are dashed on the rocks, but God can develop us even when we think we have failed miserably.

I AM NOT WHAT I WANTED TO BE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. I do this in two parts, I do points I through V in the morning, and reveiw and patys VI through X in the night service. I, GUARD AGAINST THE ENEMY OF APATHY AND LAZINESS! 2 Timothy 1:6 Wherefore I put thee to rememberance that thou STIR ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Still Small Voice

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Apr 13, 2005

based on 11 ratings

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This sermon is about listening to the voice of God foillowing a national tragedy or disaster such as a Tsunamii.

Illustration: Someone sent me an e-mail this week entitled "Thanks for your e-mails in 2004". It wasn’t really in response to my e-mails, but deals with the volumes of e-mails that are passed from person to person. Here’s what the thank you letter says: (4) "Thanks to everyone who sent me such ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:7-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus: King Of Kings & Lord Of Lords

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Mar 14, 2005

based on 34 ratings

| 14,221 views

As we prepare for the Easter celebration in a couple weeks we want to have an adequate view of the person and work of Jesus Christ.

Jesus: King of Kings and Lord of Lords Revelation 19:11-16 Philippians 2:4-11 As we prepare for the Easter Celebration in a couple weeks we want to have an adequate view of the person and work of Jesus Christ. We don’t want a perverted view given by television or Hollywood. We want a Biblical ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:4-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

Draw Near 1 Lessons From Mt. Horab Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Feb 23, 2006

based on 35 ratings

| 9,984 views

At Mt. Horeb God spoke to the Israelites; we learn that God’s central desire is personal connection to His People.

Drawing Near #1 Lessons from Mt. Horeb (Some ideas from Drawing Near, John Bevere) Exodus 19-20, 33, Deuteronomy 5 SCRIPTURE READING: Exodus 19:3-6 INTRODUCTION: Last summer … when I was on Sabbatical … I read a book called Drawing Near by John Bevere. The main thing I got from that time ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:28-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Did You Really Say That?

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Jun 27, 2005

based on 6 ratings

| 4,209 views

The sin of gossip continues to be a problem in our society and can causes hurts, damage relationship, and destroy the body of Christ. With the development of instant messaging and online diaries, gossip is able to spread at a pace like never before.

DID YOU REALLY SAY THAT? James 3:2-12 INTRODUCTION: A. Norman Rockwell had the ability to portray everyday life in a way unlike most other artists. The faces in his paintings are always full of expression, on the verge of being cartoonish, yet his paintings always seem to carry some kind of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of His Presence

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 3, 2005

based on 378 ratings

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No matter how confused and confusing a situation is, the presence of God will bring order into that situation. As Christians, we should carry His fire about anywhere we go.

The secret of success, victory and unusual exploits that anointed servants of God’s achievements lie in the fact that God’s presence is always with them. Do you want to overcome great problems? Do you want to fulfill your divine destiny? You need the power of His presence. This eye-opening ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:13-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Praise Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 15, 2002

based on 341 ratings

| 36,585 views

Why did Jesus take John into God’s throne room first?

OPEN: Bill Crockett tells of the time he was delivering a motivational lecture to a group of young Navy men. “I spoke in great detail about why I joined the military and how much it meant to me. Finishing my story, I pointed at a sharp looking sailor out in the audience and asked him why he ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Signs Of The Times

Contributed by David Swensen on Nov 1, 2001

based on 86 ratings

| 6,165 views

America has been attacked. Many Americans are filled with fear and uncertainty. How do we answer their questions, and calm their fears?

SIGNS OF THE TIMES 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 INTRODUCTION When Westinghouse first proposed to stop a huge railroad train with air brakes he was not taken seriously. People thought he was crazy and they dismissed his claim. They said it never would happen. Yet it did! When a man by the name of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Smoke On The Mountain Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 7, 2001

based on 71 ratings

| 16,145 views

An introduction to the Ten Commandments.

A Study of the Life of Moses Sermon # 13 Introduction to the Ten Commandments Smoke On The Mountain Exodus 19:1 - 19:25 Today according to prevalent mindset, what is right or wrong has to be decided in each given ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Time In God's Presence

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Nov 14, 2001

based on 45 ratings

| 11,137 views

The importance of worship in helping us stand firm against many of life’s challenges and temptations.

Let Us Worship And Bow Down (II) - Time In God’s Presence Bible Reading: PSALM 27 PREPARED BY KEN GEHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO Time In God’s Presence p.1 Max Lucado tells a traumatic tale - a chapter in the life of a parakeet named Chippie. It began when ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Trust, Don't Lean

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Oct 14, 2002

based on 26 ratings

| 7,464 views

Trusting God’s wisdom not our own understanding

Trust, Don’t Lean Prov 3:1 - 8, Matt 22:37-40, Gal 5:17 September 3, 2002 I. Last week I talked about the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives, and I ended up with a passage of scripture that needs more explanation. A. But first I want to read you a research report done by Barna ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-8, Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Baptist

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