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Failing Forward Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 23, 2022

To grow in our walk, we must learn from our failures.

INTRODUCTION • Were you ever naive as a Christian? • Maybe you thought that after you accepted Christ, you would never sin again or that you would never struggle with failure. • We can have unrealistic expectations for ourselves as Christians: We are followers of Jesus, so naturally, the new life ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-34, Luke 22:54-62, John 21:15-18, 1 Peter 1:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seek Ye First The Kingdom Of God- Part 1 Series

Contributed by Kiruba Stephen on May 12, 2022

We will examine what it means to put God above all things in our lives and all the blessings that follow when we do that. Tonight’s message is going to be on: Having Right Priorities.

Matthew Chapter 6 verses 24 to 34 24 No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. 25 Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34, Philippians 4:18-19

Why Do We Need Jesus As Our Shepherd?

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 1, 2021

Shepherds were known for their devotion to the sheep in their care. This parable illustrates Jesus's love for us as the shepherd of our souls who laid down His life for us. His sheep follow Him because they know His voice.

John 10:1 - 10:  “Very truly, I tell you, anyone who does not enter the sheepfold by the gate but climbs in by another way is a thief and a bandit. 2 The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. 3 The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep hear his ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Get Off The Treadmill

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 8, 2023

A second look at finding rest for the weary.

Get off the Treadmill Matthew 11:25-30 September 10, 2023 The New York Times ran an article called "Happiness 101." They wanted to get to the root of what really makes people happy. A team of researchers concluded that Americans seek happiness in the wrong way. They concluded - - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Altogether Lovely One

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 22, 2000

Jesus is the Altogether Lovely one

SONG OF SOLOMON 5:16 "THE ALTOGETHER LOVELY ONE" * Note v.10 - Jesus Christ is the Chiefest of ten thousand! * No one else can compare! * No equal. * Among men ... Conceived of the Holy Ghost, born of a virgin, an earthly mother and a heavenly Father! * Among other Gods ... Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

Running To Win

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Apr 19, 2006

winning in the race of life

Intro: probably there aren’t many people who would sit and watch coverage of an entire marathon, which is approximately 2 hours to the winner, and many hours to the last one who finishes. This past week the most famous of all marathons, the Boston marathon was run. It is always amazing to see the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Original Christmas Emotion

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 27, 2002

Four times in the Christmas Story we encounter fearful people of God: Zechariah, Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds. In all cases, they are comforted by God’s angels. And they are told, “fear not”.

Christmas Eve message—the Original Christmas Emotion Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts If we were contestants on the game show Family Feud and were asked to list words associated with Christmas, we might include some of the following—joy, peace, goodwill, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:8-12, Luke 1:26-29

Denomination: Congregational

What To Do About Sin

Contributed by Byrene Haney on Dec 11, 2003

We live in a world that takes sinning casually how do we respond?

In a society saturated with sin with little concern about it, we need a sermon to help us realize what sin is what it does. In our lesson for today it tells us that sin is walking in darkness and that sin breaks fellowship with God. Contrary to popular beliefs sin is a serious offense against ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Lutheran

Difficult Things That Are Used To Proclaim The Gospel Series

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Apr 30, 2004

2nd in a series on Philippians. Deals with overcoming trials.

DIFFICULT THINGS THAT PROCLAIM THE GOSPEL PHIL 1:12-26 Paul stands as a great example to us in learning how to effectively proclaim the gospel. In one episode from the comic strip "Peanuts", Lucy comes up to her brother, Linus, and tells him that she has "converted" someone in her class to her ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

#6. The 7th Arrow. The Arrow Of Discipleship And Fellowship Series

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on May 7, 2004

Part six of a six part series. Discipleship and Fellowship.

The foundational verses for this series on the seven arrows of obedience is Psalm 127:4 and I Sam. 15:22 A powerfull warior of God always walk’s in obedience Psalm 127:4 To obey is better than sacrifice. I Sam. 15:22 1) Pastor Gomez used a real bow and arrow and shot it at a target about 40 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25, Acts 5:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Overcome Temptations

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 17, 2004

Jesus taught us to pray, "Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil." Discover the key components, the reasons for and the means for overcoming temptations.

The Terror of Temptations 1 Corinthians 10:13: "For no temptation (no trial regarded as enticing to sin, no matter how it comes or where it leads) has overtaken you and laid hold on you that is not common to man (that is no temptation or trial has come to you that is beyond human resistance ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Happens To A Lost Person When They Die?

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jun 4, 2004

The average church member will answer this question by saying "HELL". And that is correct but not before the lost person experiences the torment of "HADES". This outline addresses that issue.

WHAT HAPPENS TO A LOST PERSON WHEN THEY DIE? "There was a certain rich man who was clothed in purple and fine linen and fared sumptuously every day. But there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, full of sores, who was laid at his gate, desiring to be fed with the crumbs which fell from the rich ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31, Revelation 20:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Sower And The Soils Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

To stress the importance of preparing your heart to receive the Word of God.

The Gospel of Mark #11: The Parable of the Sower and the Soils Text: Mark 4:1-20 Thesis: To stress the importance of preparing your heart to receive the Word of God. Introduction: (1) Oftentimes, Jesus spoke in parables. (a) “The Gospels record some sixty different parables of Jesus, most of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christianity And Persecution Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Apr 20, 2004

A sermon focussing on the resilience of Christian faith under persecution.

Sermon for 4 Easter Yr C, 2/05/2004 Based on Rev 7:9-17 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta In our second lesson today, John of Patmos reminds the churches in the province of Asia that God ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Teach Us To Pray

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 2, 2006

A message on Prayer.

TEACH US TO PRAY Luke 11:1-10 INTRO: Nels Ferre’ wrote of a Christian convert from Hawaii who spoke about prayer to a seminary in America. “Before the missionaries came to Hawaii,” she said, “my people used to sit outside their temples for a long time meditating and preparing themselves before ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-10

Denomination: Baptist