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The Foolish Wise Man

Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 14, 2008

Solomon was the wisest man that ever, and yet he made some foolish decisions.

THE FOOLISH WISE MAN 1 Kings 3:1-3:15 listen as I read today’s text 1And Solomon made affinity(means “Solomon made a marriage alliance with Pharaoh king of Egypt.”) with Pharaoh king of Egypt, and took Pharaoh’s daughter, and brought her into the city of David, until he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

How To Live Effectively Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Dec 9, 2008

God offers a life worth living to those who abide in Christ.

Scripture Introduction The night before his crucifixion, Jesus spoke words of comfort to his friends: “Do not let your hearts be troubled…. My peace I give to you…. Because I live, you also will live.” Comfort and hope are the main topics in John 14. Now the Lord begins to teach on the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Battle Is The Lord's

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

Joshua, Pt 4

THE BATTLE IS THE LORD’S (JOSHUA 5:13-6:5) Once upon a time, there was an officer of the Royal Navy named Captain Bravado who showed no fear when facing his enemies. One day, while sailing the Seven Seas, his lookout spotted a pirate ship approaching, and the crew became frantic. Captain Bravado ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Every Spiritual Blessing Pt.1 Series

Contributed by David Mcallan on Jun 30, 2008

Our position as Christians is not something we ourselves have given to ourselves, it has been given by God

Intro A man who had been a drunkard in the slums of Chicago for many years came to a mission one night. He heard the message, ate the meal, and went to bed. That was his last night on earth. He died poverty-stricken and friendless, never to see another day. What he did not know was that he had an ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In And For The World

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 15, 2011

God calls us to follow the example He set in loving the world, not simply reproaching it; and it loving it with self-giving and the intent to redeem.

Initially preached at Central Baptist Church, Lexington, KY, June 9, 1968; subsequently, with minor variations, at Capton Baptist Church, Campton, KY, August 18, 1968; Reid Village Baptist Church, Mt. Sterling, KY, March 1, 1970; Campbellsville BSU Retreat, Sept. 1970; Berea BSU Missions Banquet, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Mary Christmas Series

Contributed by John Braland on Dec 10, 2010

Mary’s example teaches us that godly men and women still understand that God’s favor still rests on them. And Mary teaches us that godly men and women still respond to God’s calling. When God leads us to do something we need to follow, we need trust God.

Every morning the kids get up and prepare for school. Kathi makes them breakfast and packs their lunches and we get them ready to board the bus. And now that it’s cold out the kids don’t want to stand at the bus stop for very long because they will get cold and we don’t want to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Lesson From Buffalo Bill Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007

To show the “commonness” of these men & to suggests that we too are therefore candidates for service.

A LESSON FROM BUFFALO BILL Matthew 10:1-15 Sermon Objective: To show the “commonness” of these men & to suggests that we too are therefore candidates for service. Supporting Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-13; 1 Corinthians 1:26-29; Revelation 1:5-6; 1 Peter 2:9; Isaiah 61:6, Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Wise Men Still Find Him Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 22, 2007

Solomon, Pt. 2

WISE MEN STILL FIND HIM (1 KINGS 3:3-28) What do sages and philosophers have to say about wisdom? Philosopher Cicero: “The function of wisdom is to discriminate between good and evil.” The philosopher Immanuel Kant distinguishes between science and wisdom, saying: “Science is organized knowledge. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:3-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Big, Big I Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 22, 2007

Kings of Judah, Pt. 6

THE BIG, BIG “I” (2 CHRONICLES 26) Two ladies were walking home from church one Sunday morning. “Tell me, what do you consider your worst sin?” “Well, I must admit my worst sin is vanity. I sit in front of the mirror for hours just admiring my beauty.” “I wouldn’t worry too much,” replied her ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 26:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christ The King Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 26, 2007

Stations of the Cross, Pt. 5

CHRIST THE KING (JOHN 19:19-22) 19 Pilate had a notice prepared and fastened to the cross. It read: JESUS OF NAZARETH, THE KING OF THE JEWS. 20 Many of the Jews read this sign, for the place where Jesus was crucified was near the city, and the sign was written in Aramaic, Latin and Greek. 21 The ...read more

Scripture: John 19:19-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Finding Joy In Serving Christ Part Ii Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 17, 2007

Why does God command us to work for rewards? Whom will Christ reward?

Finding Joy in Serving Christ Part II II Timothy 4:8 Purpose: To describe the importance of loving Christ. Aim: I want the listener to rejoice in their future rewards from Christ, or surrender to Christ. REVIEW: 1:1-2:13 I. How Should a Christian React to Stress? 2:14-26 II. How Should a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Now 5

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010

This sermon addresses fear in the face of transition and change.

INTRO 1. Control Influence 2. Courage Joshua 1:6-9 6"Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their forefathers to give them. 7 Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Conformed Or Transformed

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jun 28, 2009

To live a Christian life we must understand Biblical truth. It is also important that we understand how to apply truth in everyday life.

Illustration Life is sometimes like a road map. God has shown us the road we are to follow- with all its curves, ups/downs, pot-holes, divided highways He has not told us how fast to go, what restaurants to stop at, what cities to visit or the ones not to visit. The life He has given us- not a list ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-15

Denomination: Charismatic

What Is Going On Behind The Scene Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 2, 2011

A study of chapter 4 of the Gospel of Luke verses 31 through 44

Luke 4: 31 – 44 What Is Going On Behind The Scene 31 Then He went down to Capernaum, a city of Galilee, and was teaching them on the Sabbaths. 32 And they were astonished at His teaching, for His word was with authority. 33 Now in the synagogue there was a man who had a spirit of an unclean ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:31-44

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"Eat, Drink And Be Merry!"

Contributed by Robert Walderman on Jan 3, 2015

God wants us to enjoy life, both everlasting life and life now.

“Eat, drink and be merry!” Ecc.8:15 This is a dangerous sermon! It is dangerous in that it can easily be misunderstood. It’s not one you might expect to hear in a Baptist church. It deals with an aspect of life that too often is preached as negative and sinful, but as ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8:15

Denomination: Baptist