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Greater Purpose Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 14, 2024

based on 2 ratings

| 5,097 views

Is your purpose in life to deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Him. If so... how do we do that?

A man named William Barclay once observed that “There are two great days in a person’s life. The day we are born and the day we discover WHY.” Hmmm. the day we discover WHY we were born! Well, that’s interesting. Lots of people never even consider why they were born. I mean, they kind of drift ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Abrams Second Test: A Famine In The Land Series

Contributed by Michael Greer on Feb 9, 2003

based on 54 ratings

| 8,991 views

The problems with getting out of Gods will and plan.

Series: Gods First Patriarch Second Test: A Famine In The land Genesis 12:10-20 (Sunday Feb 2, 2003) Intro: I found an Illustration, which asked, “How you can tell when it’s going to be a rotten day:” You wake up face down on the pavement. You call Suicide Prevention ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus On Integrity Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 5, 2002

based on 172 ratings

| 34,818 views

Jesus says that we are to be people of our word, or people of integrity.

INTRODUCTION  Paul Harvey told a story of some young men who were late to class.  Four high school boys were late to their morning classes one-day. They entered the classroom and solemnly told their teacher they were detained due to a flat tire. The sympathetic teacher smiled and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Samaritans Are People, Too!

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 29, 2002

based on 126 ratings

| 44,263 views

A message encouraging us to reach out to the people outside our normal circles.

Samaritans Are People, Too! John 4:4-42 April 28, 2002 Introduction Last Tuesday, I went to listen to Dana Scott, sister of Rachel Scott, who was one of the students killed at Columbine High School. And one of the points of Miss Scott’s message was that we need to be more compassionate toward ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-42

Denomination: Wesleyan

Caution: Winding Road Ahead

Contributed by George Alves on Apr 29, 2002

based on 49 ratings

| 8,963 views

God’s promise is that His children never travel through life alone

CAUTION: WINDING ROAD AHEAD! I’ve been thinking about roads lately and the important role they play in our day to day living. Roads lead us to many places. When I was in grade 7 I entered an art contest. A local radio station asked children to submit a drawing. Every Friday, for 6 weeks, they ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Brethren

Real Followers Are Completely Honest With God Series

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Jan 21, 2002

based on 25 ratings

| 8,976 views

the 3rd of a real followers series based on Mike Slaughter’s book

Real Followers are completely Honest with God, Luke 18:9-14 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ January 20, 2002 Two men worked on a large ocean-going vessel. One day the mate, who normally did not drink, became intoxicated. The captain, who hated him, entered in the daily log: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Show Love And Acceptance

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 28, 2003

based on 49 ratings

| 7,698 views

How do you respond to those who alsely accuse? How do you love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you..." This sermon addresses those questions.

Lay Down Your Stones -Show Love and Acceptance- John 8:1-11 The saying goes that confession is good for the soul. I regret to tell that in my younger years I got very mad at my sister who is 4 years older than I. I got so mad at her that I picked up a rock and threw it at her from across the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Risk Of The Steward Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Mar 23, 2006

based on 10 ratings

| 7,191 views

Being a faithful steward of God’s gifts requires we face the challenge of risking those gifts to grow the Kingdom.

THE RISK OF THE STEWARD Matthew 25:14–30 The hang-glider rides the tramway to the top of Sandia Peak overlooking Albuquerque. At the tip of the peak, he stretches the gossamer fabric over a lightweight metal frame and leaps off the mountain into the clear air. The person enjoys the rush ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Methodist

Take

Contributed by Craig Smee on Nov 27, 2005

| 2,865 views

This sermon was adapted from a willow creek resource. It looks at the word take and how Christ used the word take to press home the gift of Gods grace.

Take Take it from me Take a hike Take a ride Take a break Take a message Take a letter Take a hint Take a bite Take a chance Take a hit Take a punch Take a shower Take a bath Take a breath Take a deep breath Take a taxi Take a bus Take a boat Take a train Just don’t take the M1 North at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:30

Denomination: Christian Church

Falling In Love For All The Right Reasons!

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jul 23, 2005

based on 5 ratings

| 3,956 views

Part one of a three part series on Marriage

Today is a day to thank God for mothers! Mom the work that you do is invaluable, important, and priceless! Thank you for all you do! Moms are important to the health, well-being, and sanity of families as evidenced by a recently released correspondence that took place in an anonymous American ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

What Does The Bible Have To Say About The End Times? Series

Contributed by Keith Manry on Dec 4, 2003

based on 38 ratings

| 9,081 views

This sermon attempts to offer an educated Biblical approach to understanding what the Bible has to say about the end times.

“What Does the Bible Have to Say About the End Times?” Matthew 24:1-9, 30-31, 36-44 & I Thessalonians 4:13-17 Today I want to begin a series with you entitled “Unwrapping Christianity.” Over the next few weeks we’re going to look at some of the most talked about topics in the church today, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-44, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17

Denomination: Methodist

How Do I Know That God Exists?

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Oct 28, 2001

based on 64 ratings

| 5,833 views

We offer three agruments: 1. Cosmological -- God’s fingerprint is on the cosmos. 2. Teleological -- God’s design is seen in the universe. 3. Anthropological -- God’s character is reflected in mankind.

Jim Carrey plays one of his more serious roles in the 1998 movie The Truman Show. It is a fascinating film in which Carrey plays Truman (True Man) Burbank, a young man who was adopted as a newborn by the OmniCam Corporation. OmniCam has created a movie set the size of a city and places Truman in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

God Suffers Too!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 19, 2002

based on 201 ratings

| 17,268 views

It's easy for some people to have a “pity party” & end up feeling so depressed about themselves & what is happening in their lives. Sometimes they even cry out, “Where is God? Why isn’t He doing something about this?”

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2020) TEXT: Isaiah 63:7-9; Exodus 3:7-8 ILL. The story is told that there were two young Boy Scouts who were twins & did not quite live up to their Scout Oath. They stole things, swore, & ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:7-9, Exodus 3:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being Blameless

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Aug 28, 2002

based on 14 ratings

| 6,278 views

Titus 1:6

BEING BLAMELESS TITUS 1:6 This morning I would like begin my sermon by telling you somewhat of a tragic story. There was once this elderly women named Wilma. Now Wilma loved her pet dog very much. One day Wilma awoke to find her dog on the ground not moving and a little stiff. She ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:6

Denomination: Bible Church

Receiving Constructive Criticism Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 20, 2003

based on 26 ratings

| 8,794 views

The way in which we hear others’ criticism is a measure of our own spiritual maturity. Some criticism is intended only to hurt, and reveals the critics’ issues. But we need to hear the truth, and if we see the suffering of Christ, that puts into perspec

How would you feel about taking a psychological test today? Sort of a verbal Rorschach. Let me paint a word picture for you, and then we’ll see what comes to your mind. You are running a marathon race. You have practiced hard, and have now entered a 10K race. You have been told that it is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

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