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Worthy Sheep

Contributed by Mike Dubose on Apr 29, 2002

Jesus said, "I am the Good Shepherd." But will He find us to be His worthy sheep?

Worthy Sheep John 10: 7-15 April 21, 2002 Today, from the Gospel of John, we have the words of Jesus explaining His role to the Pharisees… Once again, they question Jesus as to “who He is,” and He answers them – “I am the Good Shepherd…” That’s who Jesus is – but He goes on to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-15

Denomination: Methodist

Discovering Jesus: The Treaure And The Pearl Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 6, 2002

Jesus used the metaphors of treasure and a pearl to indicate the value of the Kingdom and lifestyle that He came to implement. If the Kingdom is everything that he said it was, we should not stop until we know what it is and how we can find it.

INTRODUCTION Sermonic Theme Opening Statement: Today, we all have our search. If you are a normal human being, you are engaged in some kind search or quest this morning. It may be a place, a person, a purchase, a dream, an experience, a position, an achievement, or your first million, but it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Promises And Prisoners Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 26, 2002

Paul makes it clear that faith and not the law has always been the key to God’s favor.

Introduction In the early 1930’s the US had a problem. Crime had run amok. The prohibition of alcohol in the 1920’s had given rise to pervasive organized crime. A frightened public demanded a response, and the government wanted to send a message to criminals. Their message was named Alcatraz. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:15-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ultimate Timing

Contributed by Sheldon Friesen on Jun 5, 2002

Leaders invest their time in what produces the greatest return.

The Ultimate Timing Leaders invest their time in what produces the greatest return. It is said that the leader of an organization gets paid the highest salary in the corporation for making only 2% of the decisions. And that very simply is his or her job description. Get your fields ready and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rules For Sacrifices

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Jun 13, 2002

Sacrifice and offering symbolize the worship of a people who fall short, who find forgiveness and, finding it, enjoy fellowship with the LORD. In these chapters a variety of sacrifices and offerings speak of that relationship.

RULES FOR SACRIFICES LEVITICUS 1–7 “If a member of the community sins unintentionally and does what is forbidden in any of the LORD’s commands, he is guilty” (Lev. 4:27). Sacrifice and offering symbolize the worship of a people who fall short, who find forgiveness and, finding it, enjoy fellowship ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sunday Is Here, But Monday Is Coming

Contributed by Peter Mclewin on Mar 18, 2002

At the end of each day of the Holy Week, Jesus withdrew from the city and then returned in the morning with a fresh symbol of who He was. On Monday He used a fig tree to teach a powerful lesson about spiritual fruit.

While in Israel last month (March 2001) I once again had the privilege of walking down the Mount of Olives in a manner similar to that which Jesus did so many years ago on Palm Sunday. I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of that view of city. It is, without a doubt, the best approach to the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

He Is Worthy

Contributed by Anthony Perry on Jan 10, 2004

Mark Witnesses as to why Jesus is worthy to learn from and follow.

Message: He is Worthy! Mark 1:14 –2:14 When we think of the Gospel of Mark, or any of the gospels for that fact, we may think of someone sitting down and recounting the sayings and actions of Jesus’ life and ministry. This would be a simplistic understanding of these writings. Through careful ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14

Denomination: Methodist

Press 1 For.........

Contributed by John Beehler on Jan 29, 2004

When God calls, answer.

Press 1 For …………… Can I see a show of hands for anyone who has had reason to call Nipsco, Verizon, Comcast, or basically any company nowadays? ………Good. What generally happens when you call? ……That’s right! You definitely don’t get a live person, that’s for sure. We get the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Life Together Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 30, 2004

Being together in the church is being together in the family of God.

Life Together Purpose Driven Life #18 Cornwall December 13, 2003 “How wonderful it is, how pleasant, for God’s people to live together in harmony. For harmony is as precious as the fragrant anointing oil that was poured over Aaron’s head, and ran down onto his beard, and onto the border of his ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:7-8, Psalm 133:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

5 Keys To A Healthy Family

Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on Feb 26, 2004

Ephesian 5 & 6 gives us 5 keys to ensuring our families stay healthy and productive.

INTRODUCTION: Attack on Marriage and Family - This is not a simple matter of rights and privileges. Insurance, parental controls, visitation rights, etc. The homosexual agenda has made startling ground in their attempt to dismantle the institution of marriage. How did we get to the point where ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sardis: The Church Of The Dead Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Oct 21, 2004

Sardis: The Church of the Dead

Sardis: The Church of the Dead Revelation 3:1-6, "Write this letter to the angel of the church in Sardis. This is the message from the one who has the sevenfold Spirit of God and the seven stars: "I know all the things you do, and that you have a reputation for being alive--but you are dead. 2Now ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Beatitudes (Part 6 - The Pure In Heart)

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Oct 26, 2004

What does it mean to be pure in heart? I give the definition and show what pure in heart look like in the Christian.

Title: The Pure In Heart Text: Matt 5:8 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: - What does it mean to be pure in heart? - To be pure in heart means a person who has been delivered from sin’s power by God’s grace and now strive without deceit to please and glorify God and to be like Him. - Listen to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do We See God In Little Situations?

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Nov 28, 2004

God is everywhere, but we don’t always see him in our everyday lives.

Do We See God in Little Situations? A good part of our failure as followers of Christ lies, it seems, in our inability to see our mighty Savior as One who is interested, and capable of helping, in the little situations of everyday life. Our thoughts of Him, in relation to our need, are on such a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran

"You're Fired!" Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 30, 2004

What are the Idols in the marketplace, what might happen to you if you refuse to bow down?

Singing the Songs of the Lord in a Strange Land November 7, 2004 Daniel 3 “You’re Fired!” The Story We have followed Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, & Azariah (Shadrach, Meshach & Abednego) through exile from their land, to being chosen for training in the King’s court. They honoured God by refusing ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: *other

Unwrap Jesus And See The Gift Series

Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Dec 2, 2004

Remembering Christmas: It was the long walk of Jesus from heaven to earth that gave us the greatest gift of all. Unwrap the Babe in the manger and discover how great God’s gift really is.

There are many ways to look at Christmas, depending on who you are and where you are: 1. For the retail merchant, it looks like up to one-third of his annual income. 2. For the atheist and agnostic, it’s a time for parties—revelry--fun and games and the escape from the drudgery of life’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible