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Christmas: Praise God Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 10, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 9,817 views

Christmas broke 400 years of silence from God, big time. Now suddenly at Christmas God was speaking abundantly.

Have you ever heard the expression silence is golden? I can relate to that expression when after a long time of activity and noise in our house there is silence. In those times I relate to the expression silence is golden. But now I want to focus on times when silence is not golden. The Old ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: Baptist

A Face In The Crowd Series

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Mar 25, 2008

| 3,554 views

God’s anger is inflamed when humanity exploits itself but more especially in the name of religion. God will hold accountable, people who make worship a burdensome thing.

Michelle Sterling, Global Image Group: "Within the first three seconds of a new encounter, people evaluate you… even if it is just a glance. People appraise your visual and behavioral appearance from head to toe. They observe your demeanor, mannerisms, and body language and even assess your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:6-15

Denomination: Salvation Army

Oprah & Eckhart Tolle's: New Earth

Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 8, 2008

based on 74 ratings

| 7,762 views

A Christian response to Oprah’s new on-line Class with Eckhart Tolle - every Monday night on Oprah.com. The classes started March 3, 2008 and last week two million attended the class. Which is leaving scorces of confused people in it wake.

“Oprah& Eckhart Tolle’s: New Earth” Acts 17:11 Open with 8 minute video clip [“Mega Church Of Oprah.” available at www.carringtonsteele.citymax.com/page/page/5776487.htm] Oprah Winfrey is a one-woman entertainment empire and her influence extends around the world. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11

Denomination: Baptist

In The Presence Of God (God With Us)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 11, 2007

based on 8 ratings

| 5,372 views

This is a sermon that kicked of Lent on Transfiguration Sunday. It focuses on the awesomeness of the presence of God.

In the Presence of God Luke 9:28-36 Now about eight days after these sayings he took with him Peter and John and James, and went up on the mountain to pray. And as he was praying, the appearance of his countenance was altered, and his raiment became dazzling white. And behold, two men talked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Elijah: Prayer For Priority Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Dec 26, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 7,864 views

Series on men and women’s prayers in the Bible that made a difference and how prayer truly is the difference maker in our lives. I borrowed the outlines from SermonCentral Pro Contributor Tim Byrd.

Elijah: Prayer for Priority 1 Kings 18:17-18:39 “We have a skunk in the basement,” shrieked the caller to the police dispatcher. “How can we get it out?” The Police Dispatcher told her to “Take some bread crumbs, and put down a trail from the basement out to the back yard. Then leave the cellar ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17-39

Denomination: Baptist

Kids: They're Young; Not Stupid

Contributed by Stephen Evoy on Jan 4, 2008

based on 7 ratings

| 5,309 views

Compelling look at the story of Jesus in the Temple from an innovative perspective (with scholarly support). A message for the whole church; not just parents. Good illustrations.

Just before Jesus stepped into the spotlight, God raised up John the Baptist “to turn the hearts of the parents toward their children, and the disobedient toward the wisdom of the righteous, to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.” (Luke 1:17 NRSV) What does it look like when parents turn ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-50

Denomination: Free Methodist

"The Valley Of Dry Bones"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Feb 24, 2008

based on 45 ratings

| 31,499 views

The purpose of this sermon is to encourage believers to obey the inner voice of God, and remain faithful at thier present task, because there are no limits to what God can do.

Ezekiel 37:1-14 NIV U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Fort Ord Chapel Seaside, CA 24 February 2008 Big Idea: Believers are encouraged to remain faithful at their present task because there are no limits to what God can do. Scriptural References: EAI (Expository; Application; ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Strong, Be Courageous, Be Faithful

Contributed by Scott Carmer on May 30, 2006

based on 25 ratings

| 16,222 views

On his death bed, these are the words of advice given by King David to his son Solomon.

Be Strong, Be Courageous, Be Faithful I Kings 2:1-4 May 28, 2006 The Greatest Spectacle in Racing takes place today. The Indianapolis 500 has been a Memorial Weekend tradition ever since 1911 with the exception of a few years during wartime when it wasn’t run. I will be the first to admit to you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

I've Got My Eye On You!

Contributed by Dean Meadows on Jun 7, 2006

based on 5 ratings

| 5,013 views

This is a sermon that deals with keeping our eyes on Jesus and what happens when we do so.

I’ve got my eye on You! Hebrews 12:1-3 “I’ve got my eye on you”, is a saying that we all have heard at one time or other. Maybe it was when you received a warning from a person of authority, a police officer who gave you a break but tells you that if they catch you speeding again you will get more ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: *other

Saved By God Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jun 21, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 3,015 views

This is the 1st in the series of seven entitled Firm foundations and is called Saved by God.

Saved by God.Rom.5.6-11. Introduction No one has been a Christian so long that they don’t need to get back to basics were going to be looking at basic Biblical belief and Christian behaviour the firm foundations we have in the Christian faith. The series; Saved by God’. Trusting in God Living ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Ten Commandments – The Heart Of A Thief In Me Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Sep 20, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 5,304 views

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS – The Heart of a Thief in Me We can be guilty of stealing in three ways: We steal from God, ourselves and others.

• Exodus 20:3-17 (NIV) [3] You shall have no other gods before me. [4] You shall not make for yourself an idol. . . [7] You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God. . . [8] Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. . . [12] Honor your father and your mother. . . [13] You shall not ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Remember The Alamo! Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007

| 6,870 views

As followers of Christ loyalty at any price is expected.

REMEMBER THE ALAMO! Matthew 10:16-33 Sermon Objective: As followers of Christ loyalty at any price is expected. Scripture support: Romans 1:17; 2 Timothy 2:3-4; 2 Timothy 3:12; Revelation 2:10 SUMMARY We have begun a new series called “Lessons from the Wild West.” Last week we looked at: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:16-33

Denomination: Nazarene

A Lesson From Asparagus Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 5,465 views

To help the congregation to see themselves as they are so they can become what they are intended to be.

LESSONS FROM THE GARDEN: ASPARAGUS Matthew 9:9-13 Sermon Objective: To help the congregation to see themselves as they really are so they can become what they really need to be. Supporting Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8; Luke 18:9-14; 1 Timothy 1:12-17 SUMMARY We have begun a new series called Lessons ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Nazarene

An Altar Or A Vineyard?

Contributed by David Johnston on Jul 25, 2007

based on 10 ratings

| 9,185 views

If you trade your ALTAR for a VINEYARD, it will rob you of all the blessings of God, the safety under God’s umbrella of protection, and an eternal home with the Heavenly Father.

An Altar or a Vineyard? Gen. 8:20, 9:20 And Noah builded an altar unto the Lord. 9:20 And Noah began to be a husbandman, and he planted a vineyard. These two verses bring a stark contrast to our attention: 1. In one text: Noah built an altar and saved his family 2. In the other: he built ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Experience Eternal Life Series

Contributed by Keith Manry on May 18, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 3,545 views

Easter Sunday - Part 5 (The final sermon) of a series based on Mel Gibson’s film "The Passion of the Christ." Portions of this sermon were derived from sermons given by Sermon Central designed with the same intent.

“Experience Eternal Life” John 20:1-18 Introduction: It was the night of October 31st, 1936. Halloween night. A group of men and women sat with their hands joined at a round table. They awaited the message – the same message they had hoped to receive for the past 10 Halloweens. But the message did ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

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