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Thankful In Good And Bad

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 7, 2019

How do we feel when we have helped people and they don’t bother to show thanks? Have we met people who are thankful under the most difficult circumstances? What’s their secret? Let’s learn the importance of giving thanks in all circumstances. Let’s look at Jeremiah 29:1-7 and Luke 17:11-19.

How do we feel when we have helped people and they don’t bother to show thanks? Have we met people who are thankful under the most difficult circumstances? What’s their secret? Let’s learn the importance of giving thanks in all circumstances. Let’s look at Jeremiah 29:1-7 and Luke 17:11-19. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Parable Of The Soils.

Contributed by David Goering on Mar 31, 2019

There are three types of impenitent bad soil hearers of the gospel and those who receive the word of God in good soil (a contrite heart) are the only ones who are converted to Christ.

Definition of impenitent - IMPEN'ITENT, a. Not penitent; not repenting of sin; not contrite; obdurate; of a hard heart. They died Impenitent. IMPEN'ITENT, n. One who does not repent; a hardened sinner. *Noah Webster 1828 dictionary SCRIPTURE: Matthew 13:3-9 "And he spake many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:3-9

Whose Birthday Is This Anyway:celebrating A Christ-Centered Christmas

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Dec 14, 2003

In order to have a Christ-centered Christmas, we must repent, serve, and share especially in the midst of this chaotic holiday season.

Celebrating a Christ-centered Christmas 2003 Advent Series Luke 3:1-8, 21-22 December 14, 2003 Purpose: In order to have a Christ-centered Christmas, we must repent, serve, and share especially in the midst of this chaotic holiday season. Introduction – Some struggle in the preparation for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-22

Denomination: Methodist

A Prophet-Less Christmas; Christ-Centered Christmas Series

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Dec 22, 2003

Christmas is the celebration of the Good News that God loves us and has acted on that love. It is God’s supreme attempt to communicate with his creation through this amazing act of love.

Celebrating a Christ-centered Christmas 2003 Advent Series “A Prophetless Christmas” Luke 2:1-7 December 21, 2003 Purpose: Christmas is the celebration of the Good News that God loves us and has acted on that love. It is God’s supreme attempt to communicate with his creation through this amazing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Entrusted With Much - Because God Is Generous Series Series

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Nov 7, 2004

We are called to be faithful with all the resources that God entrusts to us.

“Entrusted With Much” Because God Is Generous Series Luke 16:1-13 (quotes taken from the NKJV unless noted) Wakelee Church ~ November 7, 2004 Theme: We are called to be faithful with all the resources that God gives us. Introduction – “I’d give more but…” In a recent USA Today poll, people were ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Perfect: Down To The Very Last Detail

Contributed by Nate Buchner on Oct 5, 2020

No one reads the fine print, it's just too much. Yet, spiritually speaking, Jesus remembered every last detail.

How many of you actually spend the time reading all the fine print? Yeah, me neither. Signing up for a new phone? You flip ahead to the last page and sign your name. Downloading some new software? You scroll down to the bottom where you can find the little box to hit “accept.” We do this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Being Witnesses To These Things

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Jun 2, 2003

Just as the disciples were witnesses so to are we! This sermon looks at what we’ve witnessed and how were are to be a witness to others. (Heritage Sunday)

“Being Witnesses to These Things” Luke 24:36-48 Heritage Sunday, May 4, 2003 Purpose: Just as the disciples were “witnesses” so to are we! This sermon looks at what we’ve witnessed and how to be a witness to others. **** We have been witnesses… As 2003 continues to move at a rapid pace (hint to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-48

Denomination: Methodist

Protesting Our Innocence - The Calvary Road Series Series

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Apr 13, 2004

We can continue to protest our innocence, to be the Pharisee who fails to look upon his own short-comings, only to find ourselves unblessed, spiritually dry, and out of touch with God. Or we can experience continual revival in our hearts, when we come bef

“Protesting Our Innocence” – The Calvary Road Luke 18:9-14 & Luke 19:28-40 April 4, 2004 – Palm Sunday Purpose: We can continue to protest our innocence, to be the Pharisee who fails to look upon his own short-comings, only to find ourselves unblessed, spiritually dry, and out of touch with God. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40, Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

Opening Ourselves To True Joy:opening Ourselves To 'christ'mas Series Series

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Dec 20, 2004

Jesus was born as the True Joy of ’Christ’-mas. To find true joy we must open ourselves to Him!

“Opening Ourselves To true joy” Opening ourselves to ‘Christ’-mas Luke 2:1-10, John 15:11,16:16-24 (quotes taken from the NKJV unless noted) Wakelee Church ~ December 19, 2004 Theme: Jesus was born as the True Joy of ‘Christ’-mas. To find true joy we must open ourselves to Him! Introduction – ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Are We Really Who We Say We Are

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Aug 9, 2004

This sermon was given at my father’s celebration of ministry service. It has some good illustrative stories as well as an emphasis on being and doing in ministry.

“Are We Really Who We Say We Are?” Luke 17:5-10 and I Corinthians 9:18-22 For the Celebration of Bud Buchner’s Ministry Sunday, August 1, 2004 at the First Presbyterian Church in Schoolcraft, Michigan Purpose: To be the Christian we call ourselves to be, we “do what is our duty to do” (Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Promises Of Heaven And The Agonies Of Hell Series

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Oct 4, 2004

In Christ, we have the way of escape from the agonies of hell and the only way to the promises of heaven. This is what we celebrate during Communion.

“The Promises of Heaven and the Agonies of Hell” Living with the Reality of Heaven and Hell Series Luke 16:19-31 & Revelation 21:1-22:5 (verses taken from NKJV unless noted) Wakelee Church ~ October 3, 2004 Theme: In Christ, we have the way of escape from the agonies of hell and the only way ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Methodist

Why Were You Searching For Me? Series

Contributed by James Galbraith on Mar 3, 2004

Inspired by Conrad Gempf’s latest book, "Jesus Asked.", this series explores the questions that Jesus asked us. This first sermon looks at reasons why people are still searching for Jesus, even if they don’t realize it.

Questions Jesus asked #1 “Why were you searching for me” – Luke 2:41-52 By James Galbraith Bethel First Baptist Church - January 11, 2004 Introduction Sometimes I sit down with the youth and ask them “if you could ask God one question, what would it be?” The questions I get are remarkable, “Why ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is Your Faith? Series

Contributed by James Galbraith on Apr 13, 2004

#5 in a series, this sermon uses the event of Jesus calming the storm to ask where do we place our faith.

Questions Jesus asked #5 “Where is your faith?” – Luke 8:22-25 By James Galbraith Bethel First Baptist Church – February 8, 2004 Introduction Swan Quarter Tale Sometime in the 1870s, the good citizens of Swan Quarter, North Carolina decided that it was high time to build a church. Various ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of The Great Supper.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 28, 2024

It is one thing to have the kingdom of God offered to us, but quite another if we refuse that offer.

PARABLE OF THE GREAT SUPPER. Luke 14:16-24. LUKE 14:16-17. “A certain man made a supper, and bade many: And sent his servant at supper time to say to them that were bidden, Come; for all things are now ready.” Can you imagine what a privilege it would be to be invited, for example, to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Reacts To Your Doubts

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 24, 2021

Our minds are tricky. All doubt and faith are not based on logic.

Where the Bible says, “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1), we live in a culture that doubts everything. In 2001, Katie Couric told Today Show audiences that seven percent of Americans doubt the moon landing happened — that it was staged ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:3-4, Luke 7:18-23

Denomination: Baptist