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Feeding Frenzy

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 8, 2005

A sermon on how to get the most out of going to church.

Feeding Frenzy How To Get The Most Out Of Going To Church 7/28/04 I. Introduction A local newspaper had a Sunday morning religion section that contained, among other things, letters to the editor about various religious issues. Most weeks these letters were pretty innocuous, but one Sunday ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Whose Birthday Is It Anyway?

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jun 19, 2001

Psalm 24 leads us to a correct understanding of whose birthday we celebrate on December 25.

“Whose birthday is it, anyway?” A few Christmases ago the Board of Evangelism and I selected a mailer that showed both a picture of Jesus and a picture of Santa and asked the question in big bold print, “Whose birthday is it, anyway?” Underneath that caption it when on to declare, “We believe the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1

Denomination: Lutheran

The Evidence For Christ's Resurrection (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 22, 2001

Part of an adult Sunday school series on the Person of Christ.

Luke wrote in the opening of the book of Acts Jesus’ knew He had risen because of “many infallible proofs.” "To whom [the apostles] he [Jesus] shewed himself alive after his passion by many infallible proofs, being seen of them forty days, and speaking of the things pertaining to the kingdom of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Who's In Charge Here, Anyway?

Contributed by John Beehler on Nov 6, 2001

God is still in control and that is something we can hold fast to.

Who’s in Charge Here, Anyway? I forgot one announcement that I need to mention before we move ahead; On the way to church this morning, I saw Elvis walking along the road picking up aluminum cans. Does anyone here believe what I just said? I wouldn’t think so. But the rumor mill is alive ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Offer No One Could Refuse? Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jun 22, 2011

John 3:16 is really a verse for the religious but lost.

John 3:16-21 • A deal too good to be true? Give you a 20 for every 1 in your wallet? Too good to be true? Yep it is. GODFATHER movie line ‘I’m going to make you an offer ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

How Can I Survive In This World?

Contributed by Bob Briggs on May 14, 2002

What is it that will empower me for survival as I travel through this earthly existence?

Have you ever asked, How can I survive in this world? I have an answer for you, you can’t. The survival rate for people in this world is zero. Your thinking, thanks for sharing. Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 7:31 For this world in its present form is passing away. This means, there will ...read more

Scripture: John 15:19, Acts 8:14-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Blues

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Oct 17, 2006

You can be a "victor" instead of a "victim" in the face of persecution or mistreatment.

Text: “Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake” (Matthew 5:11). Jesus tells us to rejoice and be glad when we are persecuted. That is kind of strange. Why should we be happy when we are being hurt or wronged or mistreated or ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Is It Wrong To Question Our Faith

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 13, 2007

Should we question our faith? Lets start there. The short answer is YES we should and can question our faith. You can be sure that an unbelieving world will be right there pointing an accusatory finger at us saying prove it.

Is it wrong to question our faith? Questions, we all have hundreds and thousands of questions. It is one of the ways we learn. The other day a co-worker asked me a really good question. The bible tells us we must be ready to answer such questions. 1Peter 3:15 15But in your hearts set apart ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Help Is On The Way

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Oct 4, 2011

Jesus reminds us that he always answers prayer of his children in his time so he encourages us to keep on praying and be persistent in our requests because of his promises.

Are you already tired of politics? If so, brace yourself for the next 13 months! A constant theme on the news are the debates and their arguments back and forth – who won the debate? Who is stronger in the polls? It’s a long grueling process. But honestly, a lot of what we hear is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Following Instructions

Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 1, 2008

Purpose is a pretty big idea. When we talk about “understanding your purpose in life,” the subject can seem kind of insurmountable.

Purpose is a pretty big idea. When we talk about “understanding your purpose in life,” the subject can seem kind of insurmountable. A while back, I was involved in a Christian outreach project with the Jewish community. They weren’t sure if they trusted my intentions, so they invited me to meet ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First Steps In Saving America

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 30, 2016

Saving America from our mess is bigger than who will be our next President. It is a prayerful dependence on God that comes by seeking God in his will; trusting God in his Grace; and Joining God in his Purpose.

1. I am convinced that America is in an almost hopeless mess. a. Our hope is not in a new POTUS or US Congress b. It is not on a new focus of government c. Our hope is where it has always been, "In God We Trust" -- not our schemes/ourselves 2. Revival Prayer In 1857 there was a 46 year old man ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Follow-Service Wear Series

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Mar 23, 2017

As followers of jesus we are to be dressed to serve. Luke 12.35.

Title: Follow-Service Wear Place: BLCC Date: 4/2/17 Text: Luke 12.37; Colossians 3.12-14; 1 Corinthians 11.2-12. CT: As followers of Jesus we are to be dressed to serve. [Screen 1] FAS: Does what we wear tell us about who we follow? How about these guys? (show pic of UK fan tricked out) Or how ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35

Denomination: Christian Church

Contending For The Faith

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 24, 2012

We should not accept any form of Christianity except that which contains the original power and life experienced by the New Testament Church. We are exhorted to "contend for that faith" until we achieve it. The genuine article will have the same results a

CONTENDING FOR THE FAITH Jude 1-3 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE PROS & CONS OF IMITATING 1. A new missionary recruit went to Venezuela for the first time. He was struggling with the language and didn't understand a whole lot. He attended the church he hoped to serve in, but arrived late and the ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Twelve Ordinary Men - Matthew & Thomas Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 23, 2012

This is a study of Matthew and Thomas based on 12 Ordinary Men. It has a lot of added notes and scripture.

Twelve Ordinary Men Matthew and Thomas Note: This is a study from the book 12 Ordinary Men by John McArthur an excellent book. There is also a fill in the blank outline from Adult Bible Fellowships of First Baptist Church Orion that I have posted in the series. This is not original but worth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Seeing And Believing

Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 20, 2019

"Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.”

In a Peanuts comic strip, Charlie Brown is talking with Lucy as they walk home on the last day of school. Charlie Brown says to Lucy: “Lucy, I got straight A’s; isn’t that great!” Lucy in her typical fashion shoots down poor Charlie Brown and says: “I don’t believe you Charlie Brown. Unless you ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist