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The Woman Caught In Adultery

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 15, 2013

Taking a look at the dynamics involved in Jesus' encounter with the religious leaders and with the woman caught in adultery. The religious leaders set the trap, Jesus turned it back on them and in the end the woman was released from her trap.

The woman caught in adultery John 8:1-11 1) Setting the trap (Vs. 1-6a). Unlike today, the sin of adultery was a serious crime in biblical day-punishable by death. We don’t know how she was caught in the act. Perhaps it was a set-up. And the Pharisees could’ve brought her to Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Great Grace #10: Share Each Others Troubles Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 18, 2013

As Christians, we are called to share each other’s troubles, help our pastors and teachers, and do good to everyone.

GREAT GRACE & FREEDOM #10: SHARE EACH OTHERS TROUBLES THE BIG IDEA: As Christians, we are called to share each other’s troubles, help our pastors and teachers, and do good to everyone. 1. SHARE EACH OTHERS TROUBLES: (Galatians 6:1-5, NLT). 1 Dear brothers and sisters, if another Christian ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: *other

God's Infinite Character

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 19, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have GOD in you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that all these good characters exist because GOD revealed it to us thru the LORD JESUS CHRIST. IV. TEXT: Nehemiah 9:17 (New Living Translat

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have GOD in you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that all these good characters exist because GOD revealed it to us thru the LORD JESUS CHRIST. IV. TEXT: Nehemiah 9:17 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) They refused to obey and did not ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Behind Enemy Lines

Contributed by Bret Bone on Apr 20, 2013

This was a very difficult time for Samuel…Israel the country he served and loved for many years had rejected his leadership because he had grown old.

Slide#1 Introduction: READ I Sam.16:1-13. Pray… This was a very difficult time for Samuel…Israel the country he served and loved for many years had rejected his leadership because he had grown old. On top of that his friend…King Saul was guilty of disobeying God’s clear ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-3

God's Design For Marriage Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Apr 26, 2013

"If the Lord does not build the house, the work of the builders is useless; if the Lord does not protect the city, it does no good for the sentries to stand guard." (Psalm 127:1-2GNT).

God's design for Marriage The Bible tells us; "If the Lord does not build the house, the work of the builders is useless; if the Lord does not protect the city, it does no good for the sentries to stand guard." (Psalm 127:1-2GNT). We live in a time of massive marital discord and family ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good News About Heaven

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 5, 2013

God has great news of those who are his own. The fulfillment of that will be seen in heaven.

GOOD NEWS OF HEAVEN DORN RIDGE FEBRUARY 17, 2013 Audio Link to sermon: http://chirb.it/rFfgdK INTRODUCTION: 1.) The very opening verse of the Word of God begins: "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." 2.) Over the course of the next two chapters Genesis reveals details of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Forgiveness In Kingdom Living Series

Contributed by James Snyder on May 6, 2013

Daily forgiveness frees me from the spiritual debris cluttering my life and prohibiting me from clearly seen Christ in my present situation and living in his power.

A brother comes up to me and mentions the fact that my brakes are making a noise and I probably need to get new brake pads. A few days later he pointed out that my front wheel rotors were badly worn and needed to be replaced. What is the proper response to such criticism? “You should not be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:41-50

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Reasons To Be An Optimist Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on May 7, 2013

This is the tenth message in a series over the first five chapters of the book of Romans. This message examines the reasons that the Gospel gives us for being optimistic.

By definition an optimist is one that expects the best possible outcome of any given situation. Most of us would have to admit that we have a lot of difficulty remaining optimistic. Paul presented an argument that on the surface seems to leave us very little room for being optimistic. In fact, Paul ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Big Brother Is In Charge Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 12, 2013

Jesus' Exaltation is both a warning and encouragement for believers.

When’s the last time you dreamed about being famous? Perhaps it’s a reoccurring dream. Whenever you play an instrument or step on to the playing field you envision a packed concert hall or stadium eager to see what you will do. I’ve had those dreams but not as often anymore. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

The Spirit Of Caleb

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on May 15, 2013

we must have a go after attitude

Num 13:25 And they returned from searching of the land after forty days. Num 13:26 And they went and came to Moses, and to Aaron, and to all the congregation of the children of Israel, unto the wilderness of Paran, to Kadesh; and brought back word unto them, and unto all the congregation, and ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:25-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

That Pentecostal Fire

Contributed by Steven Angus on May 20, 2013

How The Tongues of fire at Pentecost demonstrates the power of God. Fire is a biblical image of God.

That Pentecostal Fire Acts 2:1-4 Fire has long represented God and the presence of his Holy Spirit. (strike match or a lighter) One day as Moses was tending his father-in-law's sheep, he saw an amazing sight. A bush was on fire, yet it was not being consumed. As he approached this unusual ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: United Methodist

Alive For The Very First Time Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 31, 2013

Through Jesus we can enjoy the experience of being alive for the very first time

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • A couple of weeks ago in our passage we saw that we were buried with Christ in baptism and that God raised us to life in Christ as a result! • What does it mean to be raised with Jesus through the power of God? • Have you ever woke up and just felt ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Have Victory

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 24, 2013

Often Christians encounter difficulty or stumble in their Christian walk they become depressed and feel defeated. We can experience victory when maintain a right relationship, the right desire, listen to the right advice, and exercise the right faith.

How to Have Victory 1 John 5:1-4 Often people have the mistaken idea that when one becomes a believer instantaneously all struggles and problems cease. The first time they encounter difficulty or stumble in their Christian walk they become depressed and feel defeated. When Christ comes into our ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Pleasure On Earth

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Feb 28, 2013

Isaac was a type of Christ. And through Christ, God restored the ability for man to dwell in the "very" presence of God. In Christ "all things become new!"

Quotes: “Without God, we cannot. Without us, God will not" - St Augustine For however devoted you are to (God), you may be sure that he is immeasurably more devoted to you. -Meister Eckhart "Knowing where you are going takes the uncertainty out of getting there." - Ann Graham Lotz “A ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wrestling With God Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Mar 2, 2013

Here, God empties Jacob of his NATURAL effort and teaches Jacob to trust Him completely.

What images come to mind when I mention the word wrestling? For some, it is an image of a High school wrestling match. Others happily envision Dad wrestling with his son. And a few of us think of the theater of “professional wrestling” with Iron Rings of death and tag team death ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational