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Vegi-Tale

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Jul 26, 2002

In spite of dark circumstances God gives his people what they need to thrive through it all. Therefore we should eat our veggies.

- - - - - - - - - All scripture is from the New Living Translation (NLT). - - - - - - - - - A few weeks ago the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the phrase “One nation under God” in the pledge of allegiance is unconstitutional – actually more specifically using such a pledge in a ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: *other

What Would Jesus Do With Temptation? Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Oct 21, 2003

Temptation is ever present and everywhere, how can we handle it - a lesson from Christ’s example.

21When all the people were being baptized, Jesus was baptized too. And as he was praying, heaven was opened 22and the Holy Spirit descended on him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: "You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased." Lk.3:21-22 (NIV) 1Jesus, full of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

An Obedient Heart - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 28, 2005

Why did God strike Uzzah dead? Because he touched the ark... but why hadn’t they carried the ark the way God told them to? The answer may surprise you.

OPEN: Several years ago, Reader’s Digest told of a young couple who had just bought a water bed. While assembling the bed, the couple realized they would need a hose to fill it with – and they didn’t own one. So, the husband went to the hardware store and bought one. They attached the hose to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trusting God And Bearing Fruit Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 28, 2006

In this sermon we examine two more keys to spiritual growth.

Scripture Today we continue in our series of sermons on “Keys to Spiritual Growth.” My foundational text for this series is 2 Peter 3:18: "But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen" (2 Peter 3:18). Introduction In his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Non-Negotiables Of Worship Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 30, 2006

A look at what must be present in order for our actions to be considered worship.

Non-Negotiables of Worship Psalm 33:1-9 “I propose we drive a nail in the altar. Or the pulpit. Or the Communion table. Or the organ bench…or pipes. Or the Choirmaster’s music stand. Or any place visible and significantly shocking to provide a counterpart to the ancient door at Wittenberg. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-9, Psalm 33:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Proverbial Wisdom

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 23, 2004

Proverbial wisdom: 1- Peace and quiet 2- Silver and Gold

INTRO.- Quips and quotes. - To have a stress-free day, take a night job. - It’s better to have loved and lost than to do ten loads of laundry a week. - The best thing about the future is that it comes only one day at a time. Abe Lincoln - Even God cannot change the past. (but I would add: He can ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bragging Rights Series

Contributed by David Welch on Sep 8, 2004

Part 16 of the Romans series dealing with exuling in God.

Chico Alliance Church September 16, 2001 Pastor David Welch “Bragging Rights” Romans 5:11 Review Nearly two thousand years ago, Paul presented the plan of salvation to the people of Rome in a systematic manner that stands as the core of the Bible’s teaching on the subject to this day. Having ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Sheppard's Story

Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 12, 2003

the story of Jesus and his birth told through the eyes of a sheppard

"A Shepherd’s Story" Luke 2:8-20 Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. 10 Then the angel said ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Practicing The Presence Of God

Contributed by Jim Twamley on Mar 26, 2003

2nd Samuel chapter 6 where King David decides to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Israel’s new capitol of Jerusalem.

My personal prayer time always includes this prayer, “Please make the presence of Christ real to me and my congregation.” Our scriptural text for the sermon today is taken from Wednesday’s reading of 2nd Samuel chapter 6 where King David decides to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Israel’s new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 6:1-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

So Filled We Cannot Stand

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 5, 2003

What brings the glory of God to worship? Discernment of where we are in God’s plan and a willingness to grow the gifts of God’s people.

What a clattering cacophony, that day in Jerusalem! What an assault on the ears! You could hardly hear yourself think. I don’t suppose they had rock concerts three thousand years ago, but it must have been a little like a rock concert. With noise, noise, noise! Loud, boisterous, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Handle Discouragement

Contributed by Rommel Samaniego on May 15, 2008

A sermon on handling Discouragement. Based on Rick Warrens book, Answers to lifes difficult questions.

HOW CAN I HANDLE DISCOURAGEMENT? What can you do when you have the worlds deadliest decease? Cancer, is fatal but atleast the Doctor can tell you when your going to die… AIDS, right now with technology its not that Fatal (Magic Johnson), its not that contagious. Polio…Not really. Let me give ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Handle Discouragement

Contributed by Rommel Samaniego on May 2, 2008

Based on Ricks Warrens book Answers to life’s difficult questions. I only made it to a Sermonand added illustrations

HOW CAN I HANDLE DISCOURAGEMENT? What can you do when you have the worlds deadliest decease? Cancer, is fatal but atleast the Doctor can tell you when your going to die… AIDS, right now with technology its not that Fatal (Magic Johnson), its not that contagious. Polio…Not really. Let me give ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Desire To Be Close And Intimate With Us Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Jul 5, 2007

A sermon that considers God’s desire to be intimate with us and how to respond

The character of God. The sovereignty of God The compassion of God The justice of God The eternity of God The intimacy of God. The Apostles Creed. - James 4:8, “Draw close to God, and God will draw close to you.”This morning I want to highlight the fact that God is knowable. - This morning I ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Kind Of Church Jesus Had In Mind Part 7 Series

Contributed by Greg Carr on Oct 20, 2010

Part seven of the series deals with worship. The first part of the WELL which is the foundation of the church.

We are almost done with this mega series that has been dealing with the Kind of Church Jesus Had in Mind. We have learned that the church is people who have given their hearts to God through Jesus Christ. We have learned that we need to be an Evangelizing church, a Learning church and a Loving ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Valley Of Blessing

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Sep 2, 2010

Sometimes we face situations that leave us filled with fear and uncertainty. We don’t know how to respond because our situation seems impossible. But God works in ways we cannot see and if we will do life with Him, our growing trust in Him will compel us

The Valley of Blessing Intro: It was Easter morning, 1799, and the people of Feldkirch, Austria, were terrified. They believed this Easter would likely be the very worst day of their lives. Outside the gates stood the army of Napoleon, and he wanted in. The citizens were ready to raise the white ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God