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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
This is the 25th Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Jerusalem".
Series: Biblical Cities- Jerusalem [#25] JERUSALEM- CONFUSED ABOUT JESUS Matthew 23:37 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about the most mentioned City in the Bible- Jerusalem. Matthew 23:37 Last week, we studied Jesus teaching about not judging by appearances. Jesus continued ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 23:37, John 7:25-32
Denomination: Baptist
This is the 82nd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 13th sermon from 1 Corinthians.
Series: Action [#82] A LETTER OF CONCERN- HOW TO DEAL WITH CRAZY TIMES 1 Corinthians 7:25-40 Introduction: As we continue our study in 1 Corinthians, it seems that we are still studying whether to marry or not marry. While that is true, there is more to this passage. 1 Corinthians ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:25-40
You can speak the truth without love and it is still truth though offensive, but love without truth is deceit, not love.
Ephesians 4:15 But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ: Truth must be spoken and it must be in love though at times delivering loving truth may be harsh or seem harsh to the hearer. Paul wrote this passage by inspiration of the Holy ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 4:15
Our words have the power to bring life or death. We must be mindful of how we use them, ensuring they reflect our faith and the love of Christ.
James kicks off by saying that teachers and preachers are gonna be judged more strictly because their words carry a lot of weight. Our words can make a huge difference, and if we can get a handle on what we say, we can control our whole selves. Imagine this: You're playing a video game, and you're ...read more
Scripture: James 3:1-18, James 4:1-17
Topics: Communication, Verbal Influence, Speech Ethics, Language Power
This is a revamp of a 1996 sermon I did. What does Jesus really mean when He tells us not to judge people? What do we need to do to obey it?
INTRODUCTION • Can you tell me the one verse in the bible everyone seems to have memorized? • How many times have we just taken a look at another person and made a judgment about them. We take one look at them and we think that we know everything about them? • What about the times when we find ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
The Power of "Why?" How can we get "good and ready," to take needed action sooner?!
The Abundant Life of Jesus: Part IV: The Power of Why! John 10:10 & Luke 11:28 Intro: Today we’re going to follow up on the last sermon which left us with the problem of "How to get good and ready." Remember, we’ll stop procrastinating and start doing the things we know we should, "WHEN ...read more
Scripture: John 10:10
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
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
Apostles, Pt. 20
DO THE RIGHT THING (MATTHEW 27:1-10) The parents of a teenage girl received a letter from the college freshman: Dear Mom and Dad, I just thought I'd drop you a note to let you know what's going on with me. I've fallen in love with a guy named Blaze. He's a really neat guy, but he ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 27:1-10
Denomination: Independent/Bible
In this sermon you will find encouragement and motivation to remain faithful to Jesus Christ.
Over the past few weeks I have highlighted several overarching qualities that I see in the people of our church. These are not a source of arrogance. This does not mean we are superior to any other church. We celebrate these qualities because God has assembled a group of people who share similar ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2
Think about the question, is there a right way to apporach Jesus? For many, the answer is yes and we all have a different opinion. If that is the case, who is right and which does Jesus prefer?
***Open with skit – Adaptation of “A Day in Court” from The Idea’s Library: Drama, Skits, and Sketches pg. 32-33*** (The prosecutor and the defendant are seated at the front on opposite sides.) Narrator: The following are the closing statements from a very important case that has been going on ...read more
Scripture: Mark 5:21-43
Jesus described the heart of a person who was receptive to the Gospel. Part 1 of 5 of the Praying Your Family and Friends to Christ Series.
Praying Your Friends & Family To Christ Series Heart Under Attack (1 of 5) Luke 8.15 October 10, 2004 Chester FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker (The "HEART" acronym that is being used for this series is taken from Chris Schofield, Praying Your Friends to Christ (Alpharetta, Ga.: ...read more
Scripture: Luke 8:15
A message meant to encourage Christians to have a more positive outlook on life rather than live in the negative all the time.
A Merry Heart Does a Body Good… Various Scriptures July 22, 2007 I’d like to think that I’m overall, a pretty positive guy. I like to joke around, I like to laugh, and I try not to take myself too seriously. But every now and again I have to stop and wonder if I really am that positive of a ...read more
Denomination: Wesleyan
The disciples asked Jesus why he spoke in parables. A parable is like an allegory or a fable-a practical story that illustrates a moral or spiritual concept. Jesus hadn’t used parables to this extent before now. Let's find out why he used parables.
“WHAT’S UP WITH THE PARABLES, JESUS?” Matthew 13:3-23 INTRODUCTION: In verse 10 the disciples asked Jesus why he spoke to the people in parables. A parable is like an allegory or a fable-a practical story that illustrates a moral or spiritual concept. Jesus hadn’t really ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 13:3-23
A look at one of Jesus more difficult teachings and why it's worth our obedience.
- Our first reaction to reading Jesus’ words here is likely to be disbelief. “Is He serious? You’ve got to be kidding me!” - Which leads us to our first question. . . What Was He Thinking? Is Jesus naïve, stupid, or insightful? - Matthew 5:39-42. a. Is Jesus naïve? - ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42
Principles to learn from Abraham. Eagerness to show hospitality; Abraham chose to offer hospitality; Hospitality with no strings attached; Disruptive hospitality; Hospitality that honours the guest.
Today we are looking at a story of hospitality shown to some strangers. This is a story that comes from a different world: a different place and a different time. About 4000 years ago in what we know as the west bank today. We would find it a far less ‘busy’ world than the one we live ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 18:1-8
Denomination: Anglican
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