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  • No Appointment Necessary Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002
    based on 174 ratings
     | 31,921 views

    Through Christ we have constant access to God

    No Appointment Necessary – Eph. 3:1-13 Steve Simala Grant, Sept. 9, 2001 Intro: Did you ever get in trouble in school for writing an incomplete sentence? The teacher scrawls a big red pen word across the page – “incomplete!” and reduces your grade accordingly. Our Scripture passage today, ...read more

  • Truth Trumps All

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 30, 2006
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,562 views

    Where is the grace in ecclesiastical separation?

    Truth Trumps All Recently, someone I care deeply about asked me about the doctrine of ecclesiastical separation because she was concerned that no grace was being shown in that doctrine. Of course, the first passage that comes to mind is, Amos 3:3 Can two walk together, except they be agreed? ...read more

  • Built Up, Bound Up, Lifted Up

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 16, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,696 views

    We are so into upward mobility; but God's version is different. It involves building us up so that the powerless have power; binding up the wounded so that they can understand brokenness; and lifting us up so that we can use our power for others.

    I can remember when the word "furlough" was a happy word. It was a happy word because it meant that somebody in your family was coming home from military duty for a while. "Furlough" for me brings up a memory of standing, as a small boy, in Union Station in Louisville, waiting for the train to ...read more

  • Labor Together In The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Sep 8, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,906 views

    God provides grace to reconcile relationships among those committed to advancing the Gospel.

    Scripture Introduction Someone wrote a poem about conflict in the church: To live above, with the saints we love; Oh, that will be glory! But to live below, with the saints we know; now that’s a different story! Today we meet two women who probably sang that ditty every morning! They were ...read more

  • Your Resume Is Great, So What?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 7, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,210 views

    Great resume, but still an unprofitable servant. Don't sweat it!

    Having been in ministry of some form since 1975 I have seen a few things. Some have been great and others not so great. I have had some victories and fallen on my face. Yet, I have always had the desire to serve the Lord and have pressed on looking for His grace and wisdom to lead me on though ...read more

  • We Are One

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 27, 2019
     | 4,452 views

    A continuing look at Ephesians. Today we focus on unity in the church through our shared faith.

    UNITY IN THE CHURCH November 24, 2019 Ephesians 4:4-6 I love this week! I get to cook and eat turkey! I get to allow tryptophan to work and make me sleepy. Turkey contains the amino acid L-tryptophan, which produces sleep-promoting serotonin and melatonin. But here’s the thing, turkey has ...read more

  • What Good Is Bible Study?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 19, 2020
     | 4,830 views

    Will you be ashamed when God tests your knowledge of the Word, both the written and living?

    Many bible colleges have found that many kids coming from Christian homes and even in Christian schools from K-4 to 12 lack some basic Bible knowledge and interpretation skills. Many people leave solid churches and end up in extremely Liberal churches and even cults. One study found that cults ...read more

  • Walking Through The Door Of Faith

    Contributed by Greg Waddell on Nov 30, 2002
    based on 71 ratings
     | 3,484 views

    The process by which truth can become a life-transforming power.

    (The Bible reading can include vv. 28-59) Introduction: A. Jesus is calling us to be His disciples. This calling includes a new commitment to the TRUTH. B. Three important questions: 1. What is the truth? 2. Where can I find the truth? 3. What do I do with it, once I find it? C. ILL: A ...read more

  • Parting Ways

    Contributed by Kent Simmons on Jun 9, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 4,629 views

    An unfortunate glimpse into the lives of men who have come to an impasse in a quarrel over a meaningless and fruitless disagreement.

    Sermon Notes “Parting Ways,” Acts 15:36-41 NIV Kent Simmons AC 15:36 Some time later Paul said to Barnabas, "Let us go back and visit the brothers in all the towns where we preached the word of the Lord and see how they are doing." [37] Barnabas wanted to take John, also called Mark, with them, ...read more

  • How Jesus Ministered To People By Listening

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 54 ratings
     | 70,735 views

    Many people are longing to find someone who will listen to their problems. If you want to be an effective counselor it is a good idea to be student of the art and science of listening. Jesus knew the best ways to minister to people by listening. The Lord

    Many people are longing to find someone who will listen to their problems. If you want to be an effective counselor it is a good idea to be student of the art and science of listening. Jesus knew the best ways to minister to people by listening. The Lord was not ready to believe everything He heard ...read more

  • How To Utilize Your Freedom In Christ

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 64 ratings
     | 5,206 views

    1. Know that our freedom in Christ is given not for selfish reasons, but to through love to serve one another.

    1. Know that our freedom in Christ is given not for selfish reasons, but to through love to serve one another. Paul had to remind the carnal Galatians of this fact when he wrote, "For freedom Christ has set us free; stand fast therefore, and do not turn your freedom into an opportunity for the ...read more

  • Loving On Purpose

    Contributed by David Derry on Dec 23, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 11,101 views

    God demonstrated His love for us on purpose. Can can we in turn love Him and others on purpose?

    Loving on Purpose December 22, 2002 As we continue our series of “living on purpose”, today’s topic is “loving on purpose”. We’ll be focusing on a verse that is well known to most of us. (John 3:16) 16 "For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him ...read more

  • What Is Important To You?

    Contributed by James Powell on Dec 22, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,236 views

    When all around is shaken, God is our firm foundation.

    What is important to you? Heb 12:18 For ye are not come unto the mount that might be touched, and that burned with fire, nor unto blackness, and darkness, and tempest, Heb 12:19 And the sound of a trumpet, and the voice of words; which voice they that heard intreated that the word should not be ...read more

  • Deepening Your Faith Through Giving Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jan 30, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 12,995 views

    A challenge to give generously to the Lord.

    The apostle Peter writes, But do not ignore this one fact, beloved, that with the Lord one day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like one day” (2 Peter 3:8 NRSV). An economist who read this verse was quite amazed and talked to God about it. “Lord, is it true that a thousand years ...read more

  • Learning To Share Your Faith

    Contributed by Shane Brooks on Jul 14, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,165 views

    See what Peter has to say about the How’s, the When’s, and the Why’s of sharing your faith.

    1 Peter 3:13-17 Many Christians believe Preaching, Teaching & Church – most important If preaching could change the world– WORLD WOULD BE CHANGED Christianity— Has never had a true impact on the world Too busy attacking, condemning, judging people, rude– I’m so sick of RELIGION— Thank GOD— ...read more