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To Thine Own Self Be True Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 11, 2006

The dangerous implications of taking “To thine own self be true” literally.

INTRODUCTION This is the final message in the series, “No, that’s NOT in the Bible.” Since I’ve started this series, I’ve encountered several other “sayings” often mistakenly quoted as coming from the Bible. Here are some other sayings that aren’t in the Bible: Charity begins at home; This too ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Hearing God: Motives Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

The motives of our heart are of extreme importance in getting guidance from God. Baalam was a spiritual man but the greed in his heart caused him to miss God’s will for his life.

Hearing God: Motives Series: Hearing God #2 Numbers 22:1-35[1] 8-28-05 Intro What does God want me to do? Have you ever wrestled with that question? Most of us have. Most of us will at some time in the future. It’s not always easy to know God’s will in a particular situation. Last week we ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:1-35

Denomination: Charismatic

The Sanctity Of Life

Contributed by David Whitaker on May 10, 2006

Let’s leave politics behind and simply see what the Bible says about the pre-born life.

“The Sanctity of Life” Psalm 139:1-6 Now I want to tell you straight up, that this message focuses on the abortion issue. The subject of life and abortion has been active in the public discourse—especially since the recent hearings for the nomination of Judge Alito. There are a lot of opinions—even ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Disruptions Of The Christmas Season Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Dec 12, 2006

During this busy and hectic Christmas season many people face life changing disruptions and believers need to know how to deal with those disruptions...

This sermon idea is not original to me as the sermon outline was taken from Proclaim magazine - Winter 2001-02. Text is my fleshing out of the outline. Sermon Series: Christmas Sermons Sermon Title: Disruptions of The Christmas Season Sermon Text: Matt 1:18-25 Introduction: Please stand with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiven Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Nov 3, 2008

Forgiven people must be forgiving people.

Title: Forgiven Truth: Forgiven people must be forgiving people. Aim: I want to encourage the practice of biblical forgiveness. Resource: Forgiveness, Gary Inrig INTRODUCTION When Kay Lee married Tom Goetz, she was sure she had found her Prince Charming. Their courtship and wedding all seemed ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Benefits Of Justification By Faith In Christ Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 3, 2009

We have been freely justified by faith in Christ

The Benefits of Justification by Faith in Christ Romans 5:1-5 “Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only so, but we glory in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Ethics At The End Of Life Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 16, 2005

The first of a three part series that deals with end of life issues; this message defines terms and sets up the series.

Ethics at the End of Life Sunday, July 28, 2002 Today we are talking about a very serious subject. We are beginning a series about end-of-life issues. What is ethical at the end of life? People have struggled with this question and sought God’s guidance. This is a serious issue because we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Amazing Grace

Contributed by John White on Aug 15, 2005

Grace is not only the basis of our salvation but is also the foundation of our security, sanctification, service and ultimate survival as children of God in a hostile world.

AMAZING GRACE   Ephesians 2:8-10   "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:  Not of works, lest any man should boast.  For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Shove That Job - I'll Take It

Contributed by Mark Scott on Sep 26, 2005

A Message For Labor Day

“Shove That Job – I’ll Take It” Ecclesiastes 5:18-20 (Labor Day Message) We are in the third message of a series entitled “Seven of the Most Important Decisions You Will Ever Make”. Since this is Labor Day weekend, this is a great time to talk about the blessing it is to have a job. Some of us ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:18-20

Denomination: *other

Prisoners Of Hope

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Oct 12, 2005

We must remember those who are suffering for their faith around the world.

Prisoners of Hope Persecution has not been in America, but it is coming. In fact in some ways it has already started. The government is watching us, and have tore down our sign out front as a warning for us to no longer continue having worship services that aren’t state sponsored. We have ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:3

Denomination: Wesleyan

Jesus Changes His Accent – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jun 23, 2007

There are a lot of areas of Bible knowledge where I am very settled in my views – perhaps too much so. It’s so easy to get comfortable with what I think I know about something or someone in the Bible. Once in a while, God brings me to the place where he s

Jesus Changes His Accent – Part 1 Four Calls Of Christ – Part 1 Matthew 11:16-30 There are a lot of areas of Bible knowledge where I am very settled in my views – perhaps too much so. It’s so easy to get comfortable with what I think I know about something or someone in the Bible. Once in a while, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Evening Of Sin

Contributed by James Jack on Apr 29, 2010

The power and penalty of sin is clear in Scripture adn we need to understand the devastation of the fall to truly glory in the cross.

We begin Genesis 3 with the serpent – Satan, although it’s not until Revelation 12 that “this ancient serpent” is clearly identified as the devil. He’s a talking serpent, which might seem strange and has for many people reinforced their belief that Genesis 1-3 is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-23

Denomination: Anglican

Health Issues And Facing Death Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Sep 30, 2010

Two things are inevitable when we are born into this fallen world. We will all get sick in some way, and we will all die. What is God's role in all of this?

Two things are inevitable when we are born into this fallen world. We will all get sick in some way, and we will all die. So it makes sense that we understand how to deal with these certainties according to Scripture. When the Bible talks about suffering, it is almost never speaking about physical ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:16-24

Moving On Up Series

Contributed by Stu Hodges on Jun 11, 2013

Wherever you’re at, whatever you’re experiencing, whatever your relationships look like, God wants it to get better.

God has a plan for your relationships. In fact, today I want to tell you that things are going to get better! That’s the theme of today’s message. I’m calling this message moving on up! You remember that show with George & Wheezy? Moving on up? Well wherever you’re ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Benefits Of Justification By Faith In Christ Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 2, 2010

We are continuing our study in the Book of Romans. The apostle Paul takes it for granted that he has proved that justification is by grace through faith and that the Gentiles have an equal part with the Jews in salvation by faith in Christ Jesus. Now he p

The Benefits of Justification by Faith in Christ Romans 5:1-5 “Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only so, but we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Methodist