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Blind Discipleship Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 28, 2008

Exposition of Mark 10:46-52 about lessons regarding discipleship from the life of Bartimeus

Text: Mark 10:46-52, Title: Blind Discipleship, Date/Place: NRBC, 4/27/08, PM A. Opening illustration: tell about Gordon Dykes preaching B. Background to passage: Mark continues with his discipleship theme, after several passages teaching about discipleship, he gives us an example. Bartimaeus is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Alone; The Only Gospel Series

Contributed by Patrick Mead on Nov 24, 2007

The nature of the true gospel of Jesus Christ

Christ Alone: The Only Gospel Galatians 1:6-10 Introduction: In the Fall of 1996, an interesting recipe book was published. The title is In Memory’s Kitchen. What is interesting about this book is that many of the recipes are incorrect. It is very probable that if you follow one of the recipes ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Tall When It Counts Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Nov 17, 2005

Sure anyone can follow God when there is no presure, but what happens when things get tough?

Acts 6:8-8:1 “Standing Tall When It Counts” Introduction A. Do you remember the Dan and Dave Commercials Reebok had back in 1992 B. It was Dan O’Brien and Dave Johnson as there were both competing for Olympic Gold in the Decathlon C. Dan O’Brien never made it to the Olympics, but Dave Johnson ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

No Failure

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 18, 2008

In our text, it appears that Paul was a failure but only in the eyes of the world, not in the eyes of the Lord. 1- He was insulted but daring 2- He was accused but pure 3- He was displeasing but pleasing

INTRO.- ILL.- Pete walked up to his teacher’s desk, holding a report card with a big red F. "If I were you," said Pete, "I would change this while you still can." "Why is that?" asked the teacher. "Because my daddy told me that if I brought home one more failing report card, someone was going to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Pays Temple Tax Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008

Part 15:The Great Commission - Jesus Pays the Temple Tax.

The Great Commission Part 15 – Jesus Pays Temple Tax Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org | www.TruthDigest.org ANNOUNCEMENTS 6:00PM Evening Service at the church – “Seminary Students will be preaching” April 20th – Walker Spriggs April 27th – Deacon Kurt Ulman May 4th – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:24-27

Denomination: Bible Church

Secrets Of A World Class Runner

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 25, 2012

Milton Berle, David Letterman, & Chuck Norris on running. A World Class Runner gives us the secrets of running our Christian race at peak performance to a photo-flash finish befitting the accolades of heaven!

THE SECRETS OF A WORLD CLASS RUNNER Heb. 12:1-7 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Comedian MILTON BERLE said, “My doctor recently told me that jogging could add years to my life. I tried it. He’s right! I feel ten years older already.” 2. David Letterman said, "I pulled a hamstring during the New York ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Five Life-Changing Questions Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 2, 2012

The answer to these questions can change the way we see and live life!

INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1 • How would you like to know that no matter how you looked, what you did, that you were loved unconditionally? • Of the many people who end up living a life of crime, how many of them do you think came from backgrounds in which they felt unconditionally loved by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The God Who Is For Us! Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2011

God is at work in you, helping you become all He wants you to be, as one of His people! God’s work in us is so much greater than our work in us could ever be!

The God Who Is for Us! Intro: 5-year-old Johnny was in the kitchen as his mother made supper. She asked him to go into the pantry and get her a can of tomato soup, but he didn’t want to go in alone: “It’s dark in there and I’m scared.” She asked again, and he gave the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Do They See?

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Aug 30, 2012

Do people see Christ's love in you? And do they see your love for him?

I really enjoy reading Our Daily Bread. Recently I have been really trying to start my days off with a daily dose of wisdom that is printed for the day. The devotions are so simple and to the point, they really have a neat way of speaking to me no matter what the topic is. The other day I read a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Other

Get A Habit

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Dec 13, 2014

I can’t control/conditions/life I can control/atmosphere/heart

Pastor Allan Kircher November 9th, 2014 Shell Point Baptist Church Make it your habit. Phil. 4:8-9 ***all sermons are condensed in form**** Long winded sermons/get here/fight the devil • Phil 4:1…..not telling them to stand firm/brave heart way • Not/Daniel/lions den ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Shame Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Sep 22, 2009

In the lives of many Christians shame can be even more destructive than sin.

2. Barriers to Godly Growth September 13th, 2009 Shame A new pastor was visiting the homes of some of the people in his congregation. He came to one house and he knocked but there was no answer. He could see the lights were on and it seemed very obvious that someone was home so he knocked ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-15

Denomination: *other

Making The Transition Into The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Dec 26, 2009

I believe that the church is in a transitional period. God is waiting for us to become all that He has given us to be.

December 27, 2009 Morning Worship Text; Matthew 3:1-12 Subject: The Kingdom of God – Part 1 Title: Making the Transition Into the Kingdom Charlotte and I were sitting at the breakfast table yesterday morning watching the snow fall. What a delight it is to be able to see those big flakes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Blessings Of God’s Kingdom Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 12, 2012

Jesus declares a range of blessing on those who become his followers.

I wonder did you see or hear all the discussion on Australia Day about what it means to be Australian. We have a quite a few people here who didn’t grow up in Australia. I wonder what they think it is that makes up the Australian Character? You might like to ask them later over lunch. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Lesson 22. The Discipline Of Attitudes (James 3:13-18) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021

Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his deeds in the gentleness of wisdom.

13Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his deeds in the gentleness of wisdom. 14But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your heart, do not be arrogant and so lie against the truth. 15This wisdom is not that which comes down from above, but is ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Speak Out With Boldness

Contributed by Lee Houston on Apr 11, 2021

We are to fight against the evils of our time with truth, righteousness, faith and we are to proclaim the Gospel boldly.

Speak Out With Boldness Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, Luke 4:1-13 Central idea: We are to fight against the evils of our time with truth, righteousness, and faith proclaiming the Gospel boldly. Delivery style: Speak forcefully Paul was in chains in prison when He wrote this letter to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, Luke 4:1-13