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  • Dead-End Detours Along The Road To Forgiveness

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 10, 2002
    based on 128 ratings
     | 6,981 views

    This message unpacks 4 of the common reasons that people do not persevere on the journey of forgiveness.

    Text: Galatians 6:1, 7, 9. - Our text sets the stage for what we want to discuss today. - Verse 1 places before us the call to forgiveness. This passage actually can be used in a much broader way, but given our immediate context this morning we’re dealing with the way this text applies ...read more

  • Faith That Doesn't Have To Touch

    Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002
    based on 228 ratings
     | 16,613 views

    Can reasonable people believe the things that are crucial to Christian faith? The answer is yes.

    Introduction: I want to begin the lesson by reading a passage from John 20 that will introduce the topic I want us to explore this morning, namely this: Can reasonable people believe the things that are crucial to Christian faith? “Now Thomas, called the Twin, one of the twelve, was not with ...read more

  • Your Joy Is Complete

    Contributed by Edward Frey on May 10, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 2,858 views

    The certain hope we find in Christ -- forgiveness and salvation -- are real reasons for joy.

    Glue is a bonding agent. Some is more adhesive than others. You wouldn’t use Elmer’s Glue to bond a piece of paneling to a wall, just as you wouldn’t allow a small child to use Liquid Nails to make an art project. There are many types of glue on the market these days, each with it’s own ...read more

  • Fishing With Jesus Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 7,228 views

    What was Jesus’ main reason for working the miracle of filling two boats with fish?

    Fishing With Jesus (Luke 5:1-11) I always loved the Andy Griffith Show. The ending made me dream of going fishing with my dad. We did a few times on vacation, but never a "father/son" outing. But Jesus’ disciples experienced a fishing trip that outweighed all others! Question: What was ...read more

  • Show Me A Sign!

    Contributed by Kevin Cummins on Jan 9, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 15,181 views

    It talks about three reasons why asking God for a sign is not pleasing to Him.

    Whenever I am driving to a place that I’m not familiar with I am a person who needs signs. I can follow good directions with anyone. But even with directions in hand I get uncomfortable if I don’t see a sign for where I’m going. My wife can always tell when I’m a little concerned or nervous ...read more

  • Why We Love God

    Contributed by John Kohler on Jan 16, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,969 views

    This outline focuses upon the primary reason why every Christian loves God.

    Why We Love God I John 4:19 Love may be defined as “an unselfish commitment to the temporal and eternal good of another.” A husband and wife love each other by being unselfishly committed to each other’s temporal and eternal good. Parents love their children by being unselfishly committed ...read more

  • Getting Ready For Christmas

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 8, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,766 views

    We can misfocus what is important at Christmas, remember Jesus is the reason for the season.

    GETTING READY FOR CHRISTMAS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com As a kid we would play Hide and Seek, we would count, then yell...HERE I COME READY OR NOT.... ARE YOU READY FOR CHRISTMAS? What Christmas message are we teaching? What are you really teaching others? 1 Cor. 14:8 For if ...read more

  • Get Ready For The Lord's Table

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 30, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,098 views

    Looking at the reasons as to why we are commanded to celebrate the ordinance of the LORD’s Supper

    “GET READY FOR THE LORD’S TABLE” 1 Corinthians 11:23-31 1. A Time of REMEMBRANCE. (vv. 23-26) Deuteronomy 4:5; Matthew 28:20; 1 Corinthians 15:3; Galatians 1:11-12; Exodus 12:14; Joshua 4:7; Psalm 111:4 a. His BETRAYAL. (v. 23) Matthew 17:22; 20:18; 26:2, 46; Mark 14:18; Luke 22:21; John ...read more

  • Why Do We Celebrate The Ordinance Of The Lord's Supper

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,128 views

    Paul institutes for us the reasons behind the celebration of the ordinance of the LORD’s Supper.

    “WHY DO WE CELEBRATE THE ORDINANCE OF THE LORD’S SUPPER?” 1 CORINTHIANS 11:23-26 1. Because we are to RECEIVE what was handed down to us by our LORD and Savior Jesus Christ. (v. 23) Deuteronomy 4:5; Matthew 28:20; 1 Corinthians 15:3; Galatians 1:11-12; 1 Thessalonians 4:1-2; Exodus 4:15; ...read more

  • Fearfully And Wonderfully Made

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 21, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,085 views

    This is a prolife sermon that tries to clarify arguments against abortion from Revelation and Reason.

    Introduction: A. This Tuesday, January 22, 2008, marks the 35th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion in our country. 1. Since then untold numbers of babies have been aborted. At a rate of 1.6 million a year, the total would be over 56 million. 2. This is not a topic ...read more

  • The Word Became Flesh! Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 17, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,903 views

    The Word came to life among us! There are three reasons as to why in our text.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • As we rapidly approach Christmas this coming Saturday I hope that you all have a wonderful Christmas! • We have been examining the subject over the past couple of weeks as to why Jesus is so special! • Last week we saw that Jesus is the light of the ...read more

  • Behold The Lamb Promised Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Dec 3, 2012
     | 5,865 views

    As we enter this Christmas season, it is a good time for us to reflect on the reason for this season.

    Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church December 2, 2012 Behold The Lamb Promised As we enter this Christmas season, it is a good time for us to reflect on the reason for this season. Our society/embraced/season/time/merchandise/parties/foolish observances. • People spend money they ...read more

  • How We Should Celebrate Christmas

    Contributed by Melvin Myers on Dec 15, 2012
     | 4,194 views

    This sermon tells how we should celebrate Christmas with some reasons why

    How to Celebrate Christmas Scripture: Luke 2:1­20 Introduction: During this season of shopping and entertaining, let's remember why Christmas is celebrated in the first place. We decorate our homes, send out cards, visit friends, buy presents, and go caroling. There are a lot of stores that would ...read more

  • High Expectations Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 22, 2008
     | 7,134 views

    There are some reasons God has and we should have "High Expectations" for life.

    HIGH EXPECTATIONS Romans 8:16-25 * In 1999 the Broadman Holman Publishers released a book written by Dr. Thom Rainer entitled, “High Expectations.” The thesis of this book is that churches who expect much from their members get much. Conversely, it is true that if a church expects little, it will ...read more

  • Goliath Had Family Series

    Contributed by Michael West on Oct 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,528 views

    Another reason why the same problem seems to haunt us again and again...

    Sunday February 10th, 2008 Series: the Fight is on part 6 Scripture: II Samuel 21:15-17 Sermon: Goliath Had Family Speaker: Pastor Michael West Let me give you the scenario: you are in a battle. It’s about sickness, oppression, or some other awful thing that you are just plain sick and tired of ...read more