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Jesus Finds Lost Things! (The Lost Son) Series

Contributed by Tony Searles on Feb 15, 2015

This is the third of a three part sermon series I preached during our Month of Missions emphasis. In this particular sermon we considered how the son represents those who willingly and knowingly wander away from God.

MAIN TEXT - Luke 15:11-32 Over the last couple weeks I have attempted to make a case for us to develop a HEART for MISSIONS – especially here in our “Month of Missions!” In that, I have made it expressly clear that it is all about having a heart that reflects God’s heart! ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Other

“going As Jesus Went” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 8, 2015

How do we fulfill our God-given mission?

In Acts 10:38, Peter described the life of Jesus by saying, “He went about doing good . . .” If one were to describe the life of many Christians today, however, he would have to say, “He simply went about!” Sadly, too many believers have lost sight of our primary purpose ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

Here Am I....send Me! Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 22, 2012

Missions: My calling, sending and being sent as God's messenger, outreach here and away.

MISSON POSSIBLE “Here Am I…..Send Me” Acts 13:1-3 (p781) August 26, 2012 INTRODUCTION Remember the theme verse for Mission Possible? Acts 1:8 “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unimportant Person

Contributed by Tim Diack on Oct 22, 2012

When Jesus spoke with the Samaritan woman at the well He crossed cultural boundaries to touch a life and to transform a heart. He entered in the life of those His society viewed as unimportant. Who is it that our society has cast aside? How is it that

The Unimportant Person - John 4:27-41 - October 21, 2012 Brad Paisley sings a song called, “What If She’s An Angel?” And maybe you’ve heard, and maybe you haven’t, if I could sing it for you, I would, but since I can’t, I’m just going to read you the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-41

Denomination: *other

A Happy Invasion Of Privacy (Outline By Wayne Schmidt)

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 18, 2015

1) Found by the Lord 2) Known by the Lord 3) Informed by the Lord

There was an uproar around the world when it was revealed last year that the National Security Agency of the United States, more commonly known as the NSA, routinely intercepted and monitored private emails and phone calls. This was not only going on in the United Sates, but across much of Europe ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Lutheran

The Job Description Of A Life-Changer Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Oct 13, 2011

In this message we'll examine the characteristics of the person God uses to change the lives of others

INTRODUCTION * Purpose of a job description: describes responsibilities and expected actions of a person in a particular job setting...mostly imperative * A job description often defines a person - “What do you do?” - We do what we do because of who we are * The job description of every ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Tears

Contributed by Scott Johnson on Sep 28, 2011

Are we able to weep with urgency over our friends, family, and people throughout our neighborhoods who aren't in Christ? Are we willing to repent and change that God may use us to bring all the sheep back home?

Tears (Luke 15:1-10; Phil. 3:17-19) INTRO: I grew up hearing that “real men don’t cry.” Raise your hands if you’ve ever hear that? We are told it shows weakness – makes you look kind of lame…so society often tells us. Now, I have to tell you, I’m a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let's Be A Church That Takes The Roof Off

Contributed by Jay Robison on Sep 28, 2011

A group of friends took the roof off to bring someone in need to Jesus. Lets be a church that takes the roof off to bring others to Christ.

LET’S BE A CHURCH THAT TAKES THE ROOF OFF July 24, 2011 Jay Davis Robison MARK 2:1-12 ISAIAH 43:18-25 What is the greatest danger our church faces today? Heresy? No Financial collapse? Sure times are tough but no Conflict? We are full of human beings but not that either Greatest threat ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming God's Sign

Contributed by Jay Robison on Sep 28, 2011

Mother Teresa said become God's sign in your community. We must point others to Christ

BECOMING GOD’S SIGN Aug 14 2011 J Robison JN 1:43-51 PS 139:1-6 13-18 2 COR 5:16-21 Title for today’s message comes from quote Mother Theresa Make it a special point to become God’s sign in your community Becoming a sign for God in US has become increasingly difficult Yr ago ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Baptist

"Are We There Yet?"

Contributed by Pastor Dre on Apr 19, 2014

Here is a message that is challenging us to get to place that God wants us to be there, because there is where the provision is...

Are we there yet? I Kings 17: 1 I would like to thank God for choosing to use me as a vessel this morning. I would also like to thank our founders and my Pastors Pastor Sonny and Sis Julie for this opportunity. I also want to thank my sending Pastors Pastor Al and Sis Georgina for their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Make Time Take Time Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 28, 2011

Extending our Arms to the community will mean making time and taking to for prayer

Make Time Take Time Extending your Arms in Prayer Acts 12:5-16 July 01, 2011 5:53 PM INTRODUCTION Off-duty cop rescues family asleep during house fire A Midland County family escaped a house fire last just after midnight. No one was injured, although the family lost everything. They are now ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"Being Christ To Our Community: Jesus' Mission Statement"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 6, 2018

The first in a series of stewardship sermons with the theme of being Christ to our community.

“Being Christ to Our Community: Jesus’ Mission Statement” Luke 4:14-21 Two weeks ago yesterday, a number of us met here at the church at 9:30 in the morning in order to go out into our community—to the homes closest to this church building--knock on doors offer a homemade treat baked by a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Why Preach The Gospel?

Contributed by John White on Aug 24, 2018

Biblical reasons we are called and compelled ti preach the gospe.

WHY PREACH THE GOSPEL? I Corinthians 1:17-23a “ For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Life Of Paul Part Iv Series

Contributed by Dan Carroll on Aug 26, 2016

Paul traveled 6000-7000 miles during his journeys and faced incredible hardships all for only one purpose, to spread the news of Jesus.

INTRODUCTION • Paul had more to do with the growth of Christianity than any other person. • Last week we talked about how Paul was released into ministry. • How Barnabas took a risk to work with him. • How ultimately Paul emerged as the leader. • They had conflicts ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Surprised By Grace

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 7, 2021

A sermon for the Sundays following Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 23

Sept. 5, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 7:24-37 Surprised by Grace Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. There’s an old saying: “A ship in harbor is safe, but that’s not what ships are built for.” In order for a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Lutheran