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Take Advantage Of Easter Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Apr 10, 2012

The great benediction in Hebrews encourages us to take advantage of Easter.

“The Road to a Batter Life: Take Advantage of Easter” Hebrews 13:20-22 A man named Gianni Versace was being interviewed about his successes in life. He concluded, “I’m happy to live, I live intensely, and I don’t have regrets.” Then he was asked if he was ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:20-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Your Identity In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 25, 2008

As Christians, we draw our true identity from being in Christ.

Your Identity In Christ Text: Eph. 6:5-9 Introduction 1. Illustration: You probably know Ted Giannoulas even if you’ve never heard his name. He has been the San Diego Chicken for 30 years. He originated the character as a college student, but Ted is getting older. At age 50, being the Chicken ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Methodist

What On Earth Am I Here For? Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Oct 28, 2002

It’s not about us. God’s purposes are paramount.

Note: This topic and some of the ideas come from Rick Warren’s "40 Days of Purpose" campaign. [Clip: "Everybody Loves Raymond," excerpted from episode 119, "Talk To Your Daughter". Note: this episode is one of four included in a "For Your Consideration" DVD/VHS package that was prepared for the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:4, Romans 11:36

Denomination: Baptist

Living On Purpose Series

Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Apr 22, 2009

Part of a lengthy series I am doing in the book of Philippians.

HOW TO BE A CHRISTIAN AND STILL ENJOY LIFE LIVING ON PURPOSE Sunday April 13, 2008 Scripture Reference: Philippians 1:21 Intro. A. How do you think you are living your life today, on purpose or by default? If you had to give me an answer I am pretty sure all of would say that we are living ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Holiness

From This Day On: Unlocking The Floodgates Of God's Favor In 2024

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Dec 31, 2023

Forget resolutions! This year, we unleash a spiritual tsunami! Through faith, generosity, and God's will, let's flood 2024 with His abundant blessings! Learn how to unlock God’s favor in 2024 by being generous, seeking His kingdom, and stepping through the open door He has prepared for you.

From This Day On: Unlocking the Floodgates of God's Favor in 2024 (Haggai 2:19, Malachi 3:10) Introduction: Happy New Year, everyone! I hope you are all excited and hopeful for what God has in store for us in 2024. As we enter this new year, I want to share with you a message that God has ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:19, Malachi 3:10, Proverbs 11:24-25, Matthew 6:33, Joshua 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Finding Worth In Your Work Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 24, 2003

While you may get tired at your job, or even be tired of your job, the Bible teaches that work has intrinsic value of your work.

Finding Worth in Your Work Three boys were bragging about who had the best dad. The first boy said, “My dad scribbles a few words on a piece of paper, calls it a poem, and they give him $100.” The second boy jumps in and says, “That’s nothing. My dad scribbles a few words on a piece of paper, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:35, Ephesians 4:28

Denomination: Baptist

Giving To The Almighty God

Contributed by Tommy Davis on Jan 11, 2007

Sermon about giving that pleases God.

Series Title: Caught Up In Giving Sermon 1: Giving To the Almighty God Text: Ex 35:4-19 (KJV) 4 And Moses spake unto all the congregation of the children of Israel, saying, This is the thing which the LORD commanded, saying, 5 Take ye from among you an offering unto the LORD: whosoever is of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 35:4-19

Denomination: Baptist

Investments: A Good Thing?

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jun 30, 2003

We take a look at bad investments, earthly ones, as compared to good investments, heavenly ones.

Have you been following the entire Martha Stewart thing? It was just a year ago that the allegations surfaced that the Queen of Gracious Living was involved in an insider trading scandal. The prosecutors are saying that Stewart sold 4000 shares of ImClone Systems after finding out that there was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-27

Denomination: Wesleyan

Good And Faithful Servants Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Oct 14, 2004

Parables for Christian Living, Pt. 8

GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANTS (MATTHEW 25:13-30) Newsweek magazine published the results of an interview with respondents two years before the actual countdown to the new millennium began in earnest. People were asked this question: “If money were no object, how would you like to prepare for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:13-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Good And Faithful Servants Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 22, 2007

Parables for Stewards, Pt. 8 (Final)

GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANTS (MATTHEW 25:13-30) Newsweek magazine published the results of an interview with respondents two years before the actual countdown to the new millennium began in earnest. People were asked this question: “If money were no object, how would you like to prepare for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:13-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It's All About Faith Series

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on May 15, 2007

Sermon three in a series of seven sermons based on Living the Christian Life - out of James

Living the Christian Life It’s all About Faith James 2:1-26 It’s a term that we hear all of the time, “You’ve gotta have faith.” Really church, what is faith? We’ve all heard the Hebrews 11:1 definition, “Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen”. How do we ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Root Of Bitterness

Contributed by Darren Felarise on Mar 15, 2009

Bitterness is a root that grows in our lives & seeks to destroy us. However, there is hope.

Heb 12:14-15 14 Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord: 15 Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled; (KJV) Heb 12:14-16 14 Work at living in peace with ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Single-Mindedness

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 18, 2001

Some conclusions drawn from the Parable of the Unjust Steward

Bale 23-09-01 Single-mindedness This morning’s Gospel reading is the Parable of the Unjust Steward: Luke 16:1-13 This is one of the most difficult parables to understand - because at first blush it looks as if Jesus is condoning sharp practices. On careful reflection however, I don’t think he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

Rick Warren Interview

Contributed by George Crumbly on Apr 11, 2006

To encourage the believer as they prepare for eternity.

RICK WARREN INTERVIEW George E. Crumbly (Sunday AM) April 9, 2006 UMC Humphrey Arkansas James 4 My sister in Florida sent me an email this week of an interview with Rick Warren regarding his new book “Purpose Driven Life.” He started off by saying: ”People ask me, What is the purpose of ...read more

Scripture: James 4:12-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Heart's Treasure

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 13, 2019

Our heart's treasure grounds the purpose of our life. When our heart's treasure is God's kingdom, we have tremendous joy and peace.

August 11, 2019 Pastor Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church, Eau Claire, WI Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16; Luke 12:32-40 The Heart’s Treasure Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Antiques Roadshow has been a longstanding popular show on PBS. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40, Hebrews 11:8-16

Denomination: Lutheran