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Ambassadors For Christ

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jun 11, 2003

The motive, method, mission, and motherland of the Christian ambassador

Ambassadors For Christ II Cor. 5:20 INTRO. Bible scholar and author William Barclay wrote of an ambassador in Roman times and noted two things about the office. 1. He was an administrator sent by the Emperor to a conquered land. His commission was from the Emperor and he reported directly to him, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Holy One Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 7, 2004

Last in series. The demons feared him. The disciples trusted him. You know him. He is the Holy One of God and he is our friend.

The Holy One The Demons Feared Him Mark 4:21-26 21 Jesus and his followers went to Capernaum. On the Sabbath day He went to the synagogue and began to teach. 22 The people were amazed at his teaching, because he taught like a person who had authority, not like their teachers of the law. 23 Just ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-26, 1 John 2:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Personal Relationship With God

Contributed by Rick Bunkley on Jan 23, 2004

How to have a personal relayionship with God.

A Personal Relationship With God. How Do I Do It? Last week I showed you from God’s Word that He has something for each one of us to do. This week I will show you God’s plan for you to follow so that you can do everything He wants you to do. Rom. 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: *other

Never A Man Spake Like This Man

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jul 3, 2002

When the rulers sent deputies to arrest Jesus they returned without him saying "Never a man spake like this man".

Never a Man Spake John 7:37-44 Intro: Jesus had been speaking in Jerusalem -He had caused quite stir. John 7:37-44 -Some believed vs.41 (this is the Christ) -Some doubted. (It can’t be) vs 41-42 -There was great division. Vs. 43 -Some wanted Him dead. Vs 44 -The Pharisees had send ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-44

Denomination: Baptist

Obedience To God

Contributed by Russ Sharrock on Jan 12, 2002

How to find the most direct path to unity and love in a church.

I believe the most direct path to unity and love for our church family is through conscious obedience to God I would like to look at three things which I believe are necessary for obedience What is obedience? An act or instance of obeying 1. could mean- submissiveness; ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is God Smiling Down On You? Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

SEEKING GOD’S FAVOR IS THE FIRST STEP IN SPIRITUAL REVIVAL

BIG IDEA: SEEKING GOD’S FAVOR IS THE FIRST STEP IN SPIRITUAL REVIVAL I. (:1-3) SEEKING THE FAVOR OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD Trying to get God’s attention ("Oh, give ear, Shepherd of Israel") tender, compassionate shepherd A. (:1a) The Good Shepherd Can Provide Guidance and Direction "Thou who dost lead ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Bad Do You Want It!

Contributed by Quinton Williamson on Feb 18, 2005

To let the people know that you need to want to the promises of God bad enough, that you will be broken down just to be blessed.

We find that Jacob has a problem he is between a rock and hard place. Because his uncle Laban is behind him and his brother whom he tricked is about to approach him. And he does not know what to do. You see he is on his way to meet Esau for the first time in some twenty years after he stole ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:26

Denomination: Baptist

Will Of Man

Contributed by Ian Turton on May 24, 2004

We must learn to use our will as an offensive weapon against satan. We must daily take authority over our will & conform it to God’s will. We must be willing to say, “My will is no longer my own”. Daily you must dedicate your will to doing the will of God

Luke 11:2 (NKJV) 2So He said to them, “When you pray, say: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. Jesus taught His disciples & indeed us, what we have termed ‘the Lord’s prayer’. He indicated the importance of the Will of God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:2, Luke 22:42, Luke 22:41-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

"I'll Give You Something To Cry About

Contributed by The Most Rev. Kelvin C. Brooks on Nov 26, 2004

The Bible says that "where there is no vision the people perish," "all of [creattion] is waiting for the sons of God to be revealed," and "when the righteous are in power the people will rejoice." There is a necessity now more than ever for the men of Go

“I’ll Give You Something To Cry About” Proverbs 29:16-18 (KJV) / Romans 8:18-19 (NIV) / John 11:32-35 (KJV) I) Introduction a) The whole world is waiting for the men of God to stand up and take their places in society and the Kingdom, to lead the people to God, clarify the vision, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Created To Be Like Christ! (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Aug 30, 2004

Part six of the series; "A purpose driven life"

"For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to become conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the first born among many brethren; and whom He predestined, these He also called; and whom He called, these He also justified; and whom He justified, these He also glorified". -In my book ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:29-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Candlelight Service

Contributed by Donald Macon on Dec 10, 2003

Simple candlelight service for incorporating the Advent Wreath for non-liturgical/non-traditional denominations. This version targets single adults in the area of Hope but can be modified for the best use of your particular congregation.

Prelude "O Come All Ye Faithful" - vv 1, 2, & 3 Invocation The Advent Wreath The use of the advent wreath goes back many generations. The term is derived from the Latin word ad ventum, meaning "to come". Though different worship traditions give different symbolic meaning to the candles, we will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, Isaiah 11:1-2, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

One Hit Wonders

Contributed by Carlton Coon on Dec 27, 2000

Christian life calls for being in for the long-term . . . not being one-hit wonders.

One Hit Wonders I. Illustration A. 1910 Fruit Gum Company- Simon Says B. Albert Hammond - It Never Rains in Southern California C. Albert, Morris - Feelings D. Archies, The- Sugar, Sugar E. Badfinger - Come and Get It F. Bishop, Elvin - Fooled Around G. Blue Swede - Hooked On A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58, Jude 1:12-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Next?

Contributed by Steve Jones on Jan 4, 2001

The past year has expired so what’s next?

What Next? Psalm 39 The setting could easily have David sitting on New Years eve looking back at a year filled with disappointments. He had done what most of us have done. He made some New Years resolutions.  Resolution #1 “I will watch my ways.”  Resolution #2 “I will keep my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 39:1-7

Denomination: Holiness

My Best Friend Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 2, 2002

This is the 26th sermon in the series "The End". This sermon looks at some characteristics of my best friend, Jesus Christ.

Sunday Morning October 27, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: ¡§The End¡¨ [#26] SLIDE 1 MY BEST FRIEND Revelation 19:11-20:15 Introduction: 1. On this ¡§Friends Day¡¨ let me ask the question, ¡§What is a real friend?¡¨ Let¡¦s go to the Bible for our answer. Proverbs 17:17 [A ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Impact

Contributed by Mark Walter on May 10, 2005

We all have impact while on earth, what impact will you bring the king on judgement day.

Matt 11:12 And from the time John the Baptist began preaching and baptizing until now, the Kingdom of Heaven has been forcefully advancing, and violent people attack it. 3 popular interpretations • Jesus may have been referring to a vast movement towards God which gain momentum when John the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible