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"Jephthah, A Dirty $20-Dollar Bill” Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 18, 2002

Jephthah rises above being an outcast due to confidence in God and in himself.

“Jephthah, a dirty $20-dollar bill” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts A young child was saying his bedtime prayers, thanking God for the day. He ended his prayer with: “And thank You, God, for the nice boy you gave this family—Amen.” His mother asked, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:1-39

Denomination: Congregational

Pray! Pay! Obey!

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Christians are good citizens of the governments they live under.

Thesis: Christians are good citizens of the governments they live under. Intro.: 1. This coming Tuesday our nation will celebrate Independence Day. 2. The Fourth of July is not a religious holiday, but it does provide the opportunity to reflect on what it means to be a disciple of Jesus and a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

No Deductible, No Co-Pay

Contributed by John Beehler on Feb 5, 2003

God is bigger than ANY elephant.

No Deductible, No Co-Pay Has anyone here had the flu this winter? Even the 24-hour virus kind of knocks you down, kicks you in the teeth, and leaves you an aching, shivering blob. And there’s not a darn thing you can do about it. The elephant is on the rampage. No one likes to be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14, Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Last Will Be First & First Will Be Last PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

To explore and understand the boundless generosity of God, the value of our work in His kingdom, and the transformative power of faith.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. It's wonderful to see you all here today, ready and eager to dive into God's Word. We're going to be exploring a passage that hits home for many of us, Matthew 20:1-16. This passage serves as a reminder of God's boundless generosity, the value of our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Topics: Equal Pay

Promotion To Labor PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Understand God's generous nature, our role in His kingdom, and that true elevation comes from Him, not from human efforts or comparisons.

Good morning, family! Today we'll be diving into the book of Matthew, chapter 20, verses 1-16. We'll be talking about God's overwhelming generosity, the work we're called to do in His kingdom, and the truth that real promotion, real elevation, comes only from Him, not from man. As Duncan Campbell ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Topics: Equal Pay

Are You Paying Attention?

Contributed by Russ Sharrock on Jan 3, 2002

Many times we wonder if God ever speaks in today’s world, but the real question might be, are we really paying attention?

In a book called "Directions", James Hamilton writes: Before refrigerators, people used ice houses to preserve their food. Ice houses had thick walls, no windows, and a tightly fitting door. In winter, when streams and lakes were frozen, large blocks of ice were cut, hauled to the ice houses, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Patience Pays Off

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 20, 2002

We are called to live our lives with a bold patience that depends on the power and faithfulness of God

Patience Pays Off James 5:7-11 June 2, 2002 Introduction I. The young man seeking patience A young man, a Christian, went to an older believer to ask for prayer. "Will you please pray that I may be more patient?" he asked. The aged saint agreed. They knelt together and the man began to pray, ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Does It Pay To Pray?

Contributed by Tony Cansler on May 1, 2001

A Message to Christians

Does it Pay to Pray? Luke 18:1 “And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;” What is Prayer? A Talk with God – Gen 3:10 Prayer is a Commandment · Eph 6:18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Paying Attention?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 24, 2000

Few people make a conscious decision to reject God. Most people just never get around to making a commitment and drift right by the safe harbor of Heaven.

“Are You Paying Attention?” Hebrews 2:1-4 Moms and dads are accustomed to dishing out advice. To try and guide a son or daughter through the narrow straights of life is part of the responsibility of a parent. Some guidance, if not heeded, will cost, but the price is not too severe. “Brush your ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pay Attention To The Details

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 24, 2000

We are given instructions that prepare us for God movement in our lives.

"Pay Attention to the Details" (Gen. 6:9-22, 7:15-16) - Rev. A. L. Torrence, Pastor of the Cross of Life Lutheran Church “Make yourself an ark” were the words given to Noah. God gave this feeble old man blue prints for building a floating “tay-bawh” which is the original Hebrew word for this ark ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:9-22, Genesis 7:15-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Perseverance Pays Off Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 14, 2007

Christian discipleship involved watchfullness, and watchfullness involves perseverance. Christians are called to focused, fearless faith

Luke 12:32-40 “Perseverance Pays Off” INTRODUCTION It is difficult to believe that the beginning of a new school year is upon us. For the past several weeks we seen advertisements for back to school specials, and have noticed the aisles stocked with school supplies at the stores where we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Lutheran

"God Pays The Price" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jun 22, 2007

Sermon 3 in a study in Hosea

“Then the LORD said to me, “Go again, love a woman who is loved by her husband, yet an adulteress, even as the LORD loves the sons of Israel, though they turn to other gods and love raisin cakes.” 2 So I bought her for myself for fifteen shekels of silver and a homer and a half of barley. 3 Then ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 3:1-5

Denomination: Orthodox

Paying The Cost To Not Be The Boss

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Sep 18, 2007

Jesus demonstrates for us that there is a difference between salvation and discipleship.

Other Scripture used: Deuteronomy 30:15-20 Philemon 1-20 Psalm 1 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) I. Intro God’s definitely got ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Will We Pay Attention?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 4, 2006

Absalom set Joab’s fields on fire to get his attention so Joab would set up a meeting with the King. Will God have to set our fields on fire to get our attention?

PAY ATTENTION! CAN GOD GET OUR ATTENTION AND GET US TO EXPECT GOOD THINGS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this lesson in two parts, if you try it in one part you must move to the next point quickly. I. CAN GOD GET OUR ATTENTION TODAY? THERE ARE SO MANY DEMANDS, WE HAVE TO ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 14:29-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Willing To Pay The Price Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Jan 13, 2006

Sixth in a series in the book of Nehemiah. This message is designed to move the series and the congregation to a point of commitment.

Soren Kierkegaard wrote, “What I really lack is to be clear in my mind what I am to do, not what I am to know. The thing is to understand myself, to see what God really wishes me to do. . .to find the idea for which I can live and die.” Or as Robert Lewis rights in his awesome book The Church of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-5

Denomination: Wesleyan