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The Fatal Flaws Of Religion Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 17, 2006

As we finish Romans 2 this morning, we’re going to learn that many believers today are “cheater Christians,” because they’re fooling themselves and others. Too many religious people have pretty packaging on the outside but have downsized the amount of sp

The Fatal Flaws of Religion Romans 2:17-29 Rev. Brian Bill 6/25/06 I’ve been fascinated and frustrated about something for many years. Have you noticed how companies are shrinking the size of their products while keeping the packaging the same? The result is less product while the price stays ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Of Heaven: Stephen Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 19, 2005

Stephen did not despair as they dragged him from the Sanhedrin to a place outside the city. He did not despair as they left their coats with a man named Saul so they could stone him. He did not despair as the stones began to beat his body. Why? Becaus

THE HOPE OF HEAVEN: STEPHEN ACTS 7:54-8:3 INTRODUCTION... Beauty and the Beast One of my wife’s favorite movies of all time is Disney’s ’Beauty and the Beast’ which came out in the early 90s. The story centers around a young woman named Belle and her experiences with the Beast. The story begins ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wrong Horse

Contributed by Jeffrey Powell on Mar 29, 2010

Preached Palm Sunday 2010. Many religious people of Jesus' day thought they were winning by killing Jesus. They, like many today inside and outside the church let their isn and pride stand in the way of a true relationship with Christ and lost the race. T

Luke 19vv25-48 The Wrong Horse Two Kentucky farmers who owned racing stables had developed a keen rivalry. One spring, each of them entered a horse in a local steeplechase. Thinking that a professional rider might help him outdo his friend, one of the farmers engaged a crack jockey. The two horses ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-48

Denomination: Baptist

We Don't Look Like Much

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jun 1, 2010

In our text this morning we can identify and understand the significance of Being in God’s Will. Those on the outside looking in can’t possibly understand what it is that God is doing. When we consider the movement of God in this place through the lense

Dr. Wayne A. Lawson Preached at Perfected Praise Worship Center Oklahoma City, OK Sunday, May 30, 2010 TITLE: WE DON’T LOOK LIKE MUCH SCRIPTURE: GENESIS 30:34-43 What an exciting time to be a part of this Ministry and experience what God is doing for us. I pray that we enjoy the moment ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:34-43

Denomination: Baptist

Part 6 - The Evangel Of Worship Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Feb 18, 2020

we put quite a bit of effort into being attractional to the culture outside of the church. But is this really the best approach? How much is the church allowing culture to influence worship? When we understand the evangelistic nature of worship, we can better approach our role.

www.gracecommunity.com In 1940, a small country called Latvia in Europe was annexed into Russia. Most of us have never heard of it. It lived under the alien rule of Russian communism until they regained their freedom in 1991 when the iron curtain fell. They lost their freedom, their culture, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-10, Matthew 15:11, Matthew 5:13-15

Denomination: Brethren

The Right Father Enhances Our Walk With Jesus Series

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 4, 2021

Our culture attempt to redefine our God-given morality code to make it feel comfortable living while outside that code for godly living. John reminds us that Jesus takes away, forgives, our sin and enables us to experienced changed lives.

In 1969, the year I graduated from high school, 500,000 young people made a trip to Sullivan County and set up camp in Max Yasgur’s pasture. The Woodstock Music and Art Festival was billed as “three days of peace and music.” True believers see it as an era devoted to human advancement. Cynics ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Saving Grace Of God

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Dec 15, 2016

those who are outside the people of God are in rebellion against Him and are therefore spiritually dead. But God makes them a free offer to bring them back to life. All that’s needed is to believe his promise, turn away from that rebellion and live.

Well, the academy awards have been announced. The beautiful people have been down the red carpet. And it’s all over. Did you watch it or just catch up on the news the next night? How many of you had seen all the movies that were up for awards? How many of you managed to pick the winners? I know ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Abram's Faith And Melchizadek's Blessing

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 15, 2024

GOD told Abram to pack his belongings and to “GO to the Land I will give to you”. Abram obeyed GOD, but the journey wasn’t easy. Abram had conflict, strife, uncertainty, etc. But he remained trusting in the LORD outside of his comfort zone.

2024.04.14.SERMON NOTES. Abram’s Faith beyond Circumstances William Akehurst, HSWC Big idea: GOD told Abram to pack his belongings and to “GO to the Land I will give to you”. Abram obeyed GOD, but the journey wasn’t easy. Abram had conflict, strife, uncertainty, etc. But he remained trusting in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:1-24, Hebrews 7:1-3, Hebrews 11:8-10, Psalm 103:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Fire

Contributed by Samuel M on Sep 8, 2025

God’s fire is God's power, authority, wisdom, knowledge, and understanding hidden in the Crucified Christ which flows like fire. This fire flows from the throne of God. It doesn't set the outside on fire, but it sets the heart on fire.

Recently, I realized that God's Fire is nothing but the revelation of the Crucified Christ. God’s fire is God's power, authority, wisdom, knowledge, and understanding hidden in the Crucified Christ which flows like fire. This fire flows from the throne of God. It doesn't set the outside ...read more

Not Fearing Going Up

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Sep 1, 2008

Just as Ezekiel was commanded to dig into the wall, maybe we need to dig into our walls that we might be able to see the door which is Jesus. If we want to go up in the things of God, we can not worry or fear what the enemy might try to intimidate us wit

Not Fearing Going Up Ezekiel 8:1-6 1 And it came to pass in the sixth year, in the sixth month, in the fifth day of the month, as I sat in mine house, and the elders of Judah sat before me, that the hand of the Lord GOD fell there upon me. 2 Then I beheld, and lo a likeness as the appearance of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 8:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church Of The Turning Stomach Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 26, 2001

What makes our Lord feel ill?

THE CHURCH OF THE TURNING STOMACH HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSON: story about an Emporer dupped into believing that he was clothed in splendor. He strutted down the streets with an arrogant attitude while those who knew better saw him as just naked. THIS MORNING:  Church in a the wealthiest of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

When You're Sweatin' It

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 27, 2002

In the midest of pain, suffering, doubt, disbelief, and even disobedience Jesus is there bringing peace that makes a real difference in life.

Sermon: When You’re Sweatin’ It John 20:19-31 April 7, 2002 I. Introduction A. I don’t know how many of you noticed but a couple of my family members now look like a lobsters. Yes, we have just gotten back from a week’s vacation. It was wonderful but let me tell you something there is ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: United Methodist

Unqualified Leader Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 27, 2011

Trust Christ with your life today, and let Him make you into the leader He wants you to be. Let Him give you a heart for God. Let Him save your family, and let Him make you a real and genuine Christian on the inside as well as the outside.

Peter Falk (1927-2011), who died just this last June, will always be remembered for the role he played as an eccentric, sloppy detective in the TV series called “Columbo.” More often than not, he played dumb, but that put his subjects off guard, and he was always able to solve his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 38:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Jesus Is Crucified Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

Had you gone to Jerusalem that day so long ago, and had you gone just outside the wall to the north, out through the Damascus gate, there you would have seen a rocky hill. And on that hill, you would have seen three crosses, with three men on those crosses.

Good morning to Cross Church and happy Palm Sunday to you. Turn to Luke 23 with me this morning. The universal symbol of Christianity is the cross, the old rugged cross. While the empty tomb is the foundation of Christianity, the cross is the focus of Christianity. And while I cannot take all of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-49

Denomination: Baptist

The Challenge Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Feb 18, 2008

John 3:16 is known to all. Other 3:16 passages in the New Testament teach us important things about Jesus as well. This is Revelation 3:16

(adapted from a sermon series by Tom Ellsworth) SERIES: “DISCOVERING JESUS: The Other 3:16’s” TEXT: REVELATION 3:14-22 TITLE: “THE CHALLENGE OF JESUS” OPEN: A. I’m a fan of the “Rocky” movies 1. As a former Golden Gloves boxer, I can tell you that the fight scenes are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ