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Critiquing The Critic Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 8, 2012

Speaking in condemning, critical ways seems to be second nature to us. However, James gives us reason and instruction to prevent this sinful behavior.

1. “No New Taxes” Illustration Who said, “Read my lips. No new taxes”? "Read my lips: no new taxes" is the famous phrase spoken by then presidential candidate George H. W. Bush at the 1988 Republican National Convention as he accepted the nomination on August 18th. Written ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Make A Joyful Noise

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 10, 2013

For 3000 years, the 100th Psalm has inspired people to sing praise to the Lord

Make a Joyful Noise A Sermon Based on the 100th Psalm November 20, 2011 Rev Mark A, Barber The psalm we read this morning is one of the 150 (or 151) psalms recorded in the Book of Psalms which functions in much the same way our United Methodist Hymnal functions for us today. These Psalms were ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Messiah's Story About Obedience Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 27, 2011

True obedience is based on action not words.

A Messiah's Story About Obedience Text: Matt. 21:28-32 Introduction 1. Illustration: I used to have problems getting my son to clean his room. I would insist that he, "Do it now," and he would always agree to do so, but then he wouldn’t follow through – at least, not right way. After ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Methodist

Build Your Memorial

Contributed by James May on May 25, 2008

The Centurion’s life became a memorial before God and brought about the salvation of his household. This sermon also has a Communion Service on the end.

Build Your Own Memorial Sunday, May 25, 2008 – AM By Pastor Jim May Tomorrow is a Memorial Day across the United States. The observance of Memorial Day for those killed in the line of duty, defending our country, began after the Civil War. The Grand Army of the Republic began honoring the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Increase

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 20, 2012

In order for you to experience the fullness of Christ in your life you must decrease so He can increase.

July 22, 2012 Morning Worship Text: Colossians 2:8-10 Subject: The Fullness of Being In Christ Title: Increase As we move forward in our Year of the Harvest Revival I have to tell you that I am finding out more about my own faith than I ever have before. I am really being challenged in some ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Ascension Of Jesus Christ Into Heaven

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on May 21, 2015

Celebrating the Ascension of Jesus Christ into Heaven and what it means for us who remain on earth.

The Ascension of Jesus Christ the Son of God Luke 24:50-53 “When [Jesus] had led them out to the vicinity of Bethany, He lifted up His hands and blessed them. While He was blessing them, He left them and was taken up into heaven. “Then they worshiped Him and returned to Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

You Gotta Serve Somebody

Contributed by Jim Caswell on May 17, 2017

We all will have to serve somebody or something but as followers of Christ we serve Him.

Title: You Gotta Serve Somebody Place: BLCC Date: 9/18/16 Text: Luke 16.13 CT: We all will have to serve somebody or something but as followers of Christ we serve Him. [Screen 1] FAS: Wall Street Journal had this article in January of this year. There is, apparently, a stigma attached to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:3

Denomination: Christian Church

Is There Absolute Truth? Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jul 13, 2020

Is there such a thing as absolute truth and how can we know?

View this sermon at: https://youtu.be/uVZnqRaL0-Q Is There Such a Thing as Absolute Truth? August 2, 2020 Pastor Brad Reaves Grace Community Church Winchester, VA Introduction A lawyer, a doctor, and a preacher went deer hunting together when along came a big buck. The three of them all shot at ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37-38, Romans 1:18-20

Denomination: Brethren

The Voice Of The Lord

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 20, 2016

With displays of the power of nature, it seems appropriate to turn to Scripture to provide us with lessons from nature’s storms. You may not have had to face hurricanes lately, but all of us have, and will, face our share of storms in our lives.

Psalm 29 The Voice of the Lord 11/21/04 D. Marion Clark Introduction I first preached this sermon to my congregation in Florida. At that time two hurricanes had struck the state – Hurricane Charley, then hurricane Frances, which passed over our community. Florida had never been hit by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who's In Charge Here? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 9, 2017

Conflicts often arise when people forget who's in charge. So, who is in charge and how should we use that knowledge in how we respond to our earthly authorities?

OPEN: August 1994, as a Korean Air jet plane was landing it skidded across a rain soaked runway and rammed a safety barricade. There were 160 passengers on board and just before the plane exploded into flames they all escaped to safety. What was the cause of the accident? According to news ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grace For Goodness: Transforming Darkness Into Light Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 30, 2014

When we live into the grace of God the light within us produces what is good, exposes and transforms darkness into light.

Series: Lenten Grace 1. On the First Sunday of Lent we discovered that God’s grace extends beyond Eden. 2. On the Second Sunday in Lent we were reminded that God’s grace is a better way than our works way. 3. On the Third Sunday in Lent we observed in Jesus’ example that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Purpose For Us

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Feb 20, 2022

These verses show that God's purpose is to provide good for those who love Him and are the called. So what does it mean: "called according to His purpose"? I think the context of this statement provides the answer.

Alba 2-20-2022 GOD'S PURPOSE FOR US Romans 8:26-30 Purpose, it is important in life isn't it. You find it everywhere. There is even a website called onpurpose.org. Its founder and CEO, Tom Tippin made the following statement: “We believe in putting purpose before profit. We're a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Amazed And Afraid

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 27, 2022

When someone is saved, he or she will become "amazed" by how God is working. But when they get to a certain point in their journey, God might require the individual to take a step of faith, at which point he or she will become "afraid."

This morning I wish to speak with you about a common pattern that occurs in many individual relationships with the Lord. The trend that happens over and over, and the one that we will see in our passage of Scripture, is this: An individual will come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ, and grow ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32

Denomination: Baptist

The Contrast Between The Godly And Ungodly

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 3, 2022

In the world of Psychology, the psychologist divides mankind’s personalities into four temperaments. Every one of us falls into one of these four categories.

1. Choleric - easily irritated; inclined to anger; or angry; indicating anger; excited by anger. 2. Phlegmatic - hard to rouse to action; specifically sluggish; dull; apathetic; calm; cool. 3. Melancholic - one affected with a gloomy state of mind; one characterized by excessive gloom, mistrust ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

America - The Dreamland Of The World July 4th Sermon

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 18, 2022

As we come today to celebrate July 4th, our nations birthday, we come with grateful hearts. I can not think of any place in the world I would rather live than in this great land.

America is the dreamland of the world. It is such a dreamland that one of the biggest problems we have as a nation is stopping all the illegal immigrants. As we celebrate America’s birthday, every American should be grateful and feel blessed that we can call ourselves Americans. At this special ...read more

Denomination: Baptist