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This Is War Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 9, 2024

As we continue to pursue the "true religion" that James encourages us to embody, we come face to face with a war that we face. Sure, there are battles with culture, but this war is within.

One of my favorite bands is the group “Switchfoot.” While I like their sound (it is unique and often very easily identifiable), what I like most is their lyrics. Switchfoot is a band that is made up of Christians. Their lyrics and songs have made their way onto both Christian and secular charts ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12, Luke 16:13, Matthew 7:7-8, Exodus 34:14, Exodus 34:6-7, Psalm 37:4, Matthew 5:3-4, 1 John 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do During The Last Days

Contributed by D. J. Speckner on Oct 23, 2024

Instead of asking, “Are these the last days?” a better question might be asked, “What should the followers of Christ be doing during the Last Days?” We need to make sure we are prepared.

Ever since the Coronavirus infected the world, a renewed interest in “the Last Days” has erupted. When this pandemic began to take over America and shut down businesses, schools and churches, Christians became more vocal about what to do. Other negative events have also transpired in the months ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:8-19

A Contagious Heart Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 15, 2007

In order to become contagious in our lives, we must make sure we have the right heart. This sermon looks at what Jesus might do if He were living at your house!

INTRODUCTION We begin week two of our “Becoming Contagious” series with a story from one of the authors of both of our One Another Group Classes, Lee Strobel. Lee tells of a Christian friend of his named John, who had taken a routine business trip to Atlanta. John said, “Everything was going ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-50

Denomination: Baptist

There Was No Room At The Inn

Contributed by Lorenzo Edwards on Dec 21, 2006

There was no room for Jesus to be born at the inn. This is a Christmas sermon dealing with the birth of Christ. This sermon is dealing with making sure we have room for Jesus in our lives. There was no room for Him at the inn. But is there room for him in

There was no room at the inn! Luke 2:7 Dec. 17th 2006 Pastor Lorenzo Edwards As you all know December is the time that we have set aside to remember the birth of our Lord and Savoir Jesus Christ. No one knows the exact day when Jesus was born. But December 25, the date assigned to remember the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-8, Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Message Left In The Tomb - Easter

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 22, 2005

You won’t find a body, but perhaps some graveclothes, a napkin, the spices...& a SERMON?! It wasn’t graffiti carved in the rock, but it surely was a message, and anyone can find it there today. Powerpoint at website.

The Message Left in the Tomb Various Texts Powerpoint at: http://www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/MessageTomb.html Said one demon to another: If Christ ever gets out of that tomb, hell help us...all heaven will break loose! Message inscribed on tombstone of Mr. Solomon Peas: This ain’t Peas, it’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

#14 Proper Attire Required For Entrance Series

Contributed by James May on Apr 26, 2006

#14 in the Series on the Tabernacle in the Wilderness dealing with the Garments of the High Priest. Before we can go into the presence of God beyond the veil we must make sure that we are clothed in the right garments.

#14 Proper Attire Required for Entrance The Tabernacle in the Wilderness Series Garments of the High Priest By Pastor Jim May Exodus 28:4-43 Before the first High Priest of Israel, who was Moses’ brother Aaron, was ever allowed to step beyond the second veil before the Holy of Holies, he had ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 28:4-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Pre-Existence Of Christ

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 3, 2005

How can we witness to others of the Life of Christ, unless we are sure that we know it for ourselves. Christ did not life for only 33 years on earth. Christ was and is still alive today.

The Pre-existence Of Christ John 1:1-5 INTRODUCTION 1. The gospel of John was written for a simple purpose... a. To produce faith in Jesus as the Christ, the Son of God b. To share the "life" that comes through such faith 2. To encourage us in such a faith in Jesus Christ John begins his ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

No Tiptoeing Through The Tulips Here

Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 15, 2012

Anyone can draw a crowd if they try hard enough, but it is something quite different to build a church (body) and have the Lord to call is successful. Surely God is calling more Titus's to follow this calling

Church Stewardship Titus 1 IL.: The old man had a habit of stepping out on his porch each morning and yelling "Praise the Lord". An athiest moved in next door and quickly became agitated. He would yell back, "there is no God'. One day the believer cried out, "Lord, help me. I have no money, ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Lie Is Of The Truth

Contributed by Trae Durden on Jun 10, 2013

Knowing the Bible for oneself is the only sure way to have confidence in our salvation. The Christian faith is an individual and personal faith. But many trust their faith to the study of others, and in turn are led astray by lies.

“No Lie is of the Truth” John 8:42-44 Introduction: There are lies being told in our world today. I’ve been lied to, I’m sure you’ve been lied to. Lies aren’t always told by people with evil desires, sometimes they just don’t know the truth, and they say ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 13:1-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of The Blood And The Cross

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 22, 2010

When the church removes the central theme and central action of the church it becomes ineffective and nothinig more than a social club. We need to make sure we keep the blood and the cross in the church.

“The Power of the Blood and the Cross” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. 1st Corinthians 1:17-18 “For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. For the preaching of the cross is to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18, 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Apostolic

Faith Awaits With Certainty

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Aug 17, 2010

What alone gives your faith true certainty and real sureness? The Scriptures answer that question and hold before us the promise of a heavenly fatherland. What a hope for our faith to hold on to!

Text: Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 Theme: Faith Awaits With Certainty A. God's word of promise does not fail B. Our fatherland is ready Season: Pentecost 12c Date: August 15, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Faith-Awaits-With-Certainty-Hebrews11_1-3,8-16.html Grace and peace to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Two Thousand Years Of Patience

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 25, 2010

Lent, 1987: We are impatient for God to do something, but do not notice that already He is bringing aspects of the Kingdom, slowly but surely. Have faith and wait to see what He is certain to do.

When I was a boy of about eight or ten years old, I undertook a brief experiment in gardening. I was told that a particular piece of ground in our back yard was mine to use, and I was given some packages of seeds and a few instructions and set to work. Well, that morning I cleared that plot of ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Part 10 - Matthew 10:8-10 - Now That Would Make My Mothers Day! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on May 11, 2010

"I think it was partly that experience that prompted me to start praying for dead bodies to be raised back to life - just to be sure that it was really their time. Jesus gave His disciples authority to raise the dead."

Part 10 - Matthew 10:8-10 - NOW THAT WOULD MAKE MY MOTHER'S DAY! I was working as a funeral assistant and it was the first time I had ever touched a dead body when it happened. We had been called to a house to transfer the body to the hospital or funeral home. "THE BODY" - that sounds so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus Came

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 18, 2014

Jesus came to proclaim the gospel to all the world. Let’s make sure we’re a church that continues his work as faithful disciples who continue to proclaim the gospel.

It’s easy to get carried away when things are going well in our ministry isn’t it? We can get caught up in the excitement of ministry and think this is what it’s all about! And if we have enough success we might even be tempted to so focus on that particular area of ministry that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:32-45

Denomination: Anglican

The Resurrection...really? Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Apr 24, 2011

Christianity rests on the amazing story of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. How can we be sure this resurrection really happened? What are the other possibilities and are there any facts that support the reality of the resurrection of Jesus Christ?

The Resurrection…Really? Fables that Deny the Resurrection The “Stolen Body” Fable The “Didn’t Really Die” Fable The “Wrong Tomb” Fable Facts that Support the Resurrection The Empty Tomb The Effects on the Lives of the Disciples The Existence of Christianity today Video - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational