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Getting Started, Part 1 Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014

Open Doors Getting Started, part 1

made alive. Open Doors Getting Started, part 1 Col. 4:2-6 September 29, 2013 Take out a piece of paper and write down a couple of dates, the year in which you were born, then three dashes and then at the end of those dashes, write down 20_?_, which represents the date of your death and we dont ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Better Part

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 21, 2013

Just like a rip-current in the ocean can pull us away from shore, we must deepen our relationship with Jesus so that the things of this world do not pull us away from God.

ONE OF THE GREATEST HAZARDS OF THE BEACH AND ENJOYING THE BEAUTY OF THE OCEAN IS GETTING CAUGHT IN THE STRONG GRASP OF A RIP CURRENT. AT LEAST 80% OF ALL OCEAN RESCUES INVOLVE RIP CURRENTS THAT PRODUCE NEARLY 100 FATALITIES EACH YEAR. THESE STRONG CHANNELS OF WATER CAN DRAG SWIMMERS AWAY FROM THE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Free Methodist

"It's Time To Flip The Script”

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Feb 17, 2015

This message reminds us that Christ wants us to emphasize giving vis-a-vis taking. The Lex Talionis (Exodus 21:18-36, Leviticus 24:17-21 and Deuteronomy 19:15-21) said 'Don't take too much". But Jesus' message (Luke 6:27-29) was "Don't give too little".

38“You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.’ 39 But I say to you, Do not resist an evildoer. But if anyone strikes you on the right cheek, turn the other also; 40 and if anyone wants to sue you and take your coat, give your cloak as well; 41 and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

"the World Has Never Been The Same"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 19, 2018

A meditation for Christmas Eve.

“The World has Never Been the Same” Luke 2:1-20 The story of Christmas is not a fairy-tale from long, long ago that takes place in a land far, far away. Included in the story are identifiable names and places. The birth of God into our world doesn’t happen outside of human history but through ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Child, Son & Joint Heir Of God

Contributed by Howard Gunter on May 30, 2018

What does it mean - child, son & joint heir of God?

Mid-week Message/Devotion May 30, 2018 Romans 8:12-17 Child, Son, & Joint Heir of God Listen to the lyrics of this song on the Merrill Osmond Album – “How Great Thou Art”: I am a child of God, And he has sent me here, Has given me an earthly home With parents kind and dear. Lead me, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-17, Acts 16:6-7, Luke 4:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Touched By An Angel Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 10, 2016

This is the 2nd sermon in the series Jesus Is Better- The Better Messenger.

Series: Jesus Is Better- The Better Messenger [#2] TOUCHED BY AN ANGEL Hebrews 1:4-14 Introduction: You don’t have to look very far on T.V. anymore to find a program or movie about angels. There are series such as “Touched By An Angel” that are good; but many times the focus ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:4-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Ark I Saw Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 28, 2019

Jesus, as Noah, is about an odd task, building a church community of servants in an often hostile culture.

1. Some of you have been to the Creation Museum and the Ark Encounter in Williamstown, KY Ark Encounter is a Christian religious and creationist theme park that opened in Grant County, Kentucky in 2016. The centerpiece of the park is a large representation of Noah's Ark based on the Genesis ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-22, 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trip With Out A Map Series

Contributed by Andrew Hart on Mar 10, 2020

What happens when you do not have a map for your faith journey?

What if we viewed our faith journey like a road trip? A few weeks ago, I was busily preparing for my journey to North Carolina. I programmed the destination in my GPS, fueled up the truck (yes, I said truck), checked where construction delays were, and of course made sure I had snacks and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Are You Seeking A Mountain Top Experience? Choose Your Mountain Wisely

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Feb 21, 2020

Seeking wisdom is essential in choosing a new experience.

Message/Devotion March 1, 2020 Matthew 17:1-9 1 Samuel 28:1-8 Are You Seeking A Mountain Top Experience? Choose Your Mountain Wisely! The Reading Jesus Transfigured on the Mount 17 Now after six days Jesus took Peter, James, and John his brother, led them up on a high mountain by themselves; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9, 1 Samuel 28:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Need The Rain

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jun 12, 2022

Rain is a Type of The Holy Spirit. He brings rain in it's season. This sermon provides insight into three seasons of rain.

Hosea 6:1-3 Come, and let us return to the LORD; For He has torn, but He will heal us; He has stricken, but He will bind us up. 2 After two days He will revive us; On the third day He will raise us up, That we may live in His sight. 3 Let us know, Let us pursue the knowledge of the LORD. His going ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Has God’s Word Failed? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 11, 2021

If God’s Word failed regarding Israel, how do we know it will not fail regarding us? But God’s Word has not failed.

Has God’s Word Failed? (Romans 9:6-13) 1. Have you ever had a gift certificate or card they wouldn’t honor because it had expired? 2. Most restaurants no longer have expiration dates, because it creates bitter feelings – and people will ask for cards from other establishments instead. 3. But ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:6-13, John 1:12-13, Jeremiah 9:25-26, Genesis 25:21-26, Malachi 1:2-3, Psalm 115:3, Genesis 17:17-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Surpasses Knowledge

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jul 24, 2021

How to have that knowledge that surpasses all understanding

July 25, 2021 Sermon title:  Surpasses knowledge. Scripture Text: Ephesians 3:14-21 Ephesians 3:14-21, NLT Paul’s Prayer for Spiritual Growth 14When I think of all this, I fall to my knees and pray to the Father,  15the Creator of everything in heaven and on earth.  16I pray ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Does Burning Grass Have To Do With Finances?

Contributed by Sophia Lorena on Mar 25, 2022

According to Jesus, grass is better than the splendor that Solomon displayed.

Every year, just before winter began, my grandmother, a very hard-working woman was seen clearing up the front yard. The ground, well-watered by months of heavy rainfall would sprout different kinds of weeds, plants, and grass. Unique wildflowers could also be found among all the wildly grown ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Servant Leadership Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jan 1, 2023

Understanding Servant Leadership

Matthew 20:17-28 & Luke 18:31-34 [Intro] (1) Review: The Rich young man and the laborers in the vineyard / 11th hour workers. (2) Jesus / disciples are journeying closer to Jerusalem where Jesus will be betrayed and given over to the chief priests and he will be crucified. The disciples most ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be A Copycat Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Sep 14, 2021

What are the most tried and true teach methods? Imitation! Paul is a big advocate, if this passage is any indication. Let's use some children's games to help us learn how to live like Jesus--and cope with the consequences.

I. Introduction A. One of the more precious—and frustrating—parts of homeschooling (or educating young children in general) is teaching them how to write. Letter-forming does not come naturally to most of us, and it certainly doesn’t come by hearing a lecture on it. A child must see letters ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21