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Careful Construction Part 5 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 11 in our exposition of Paul's letter to the Corinthians continuing the discussion of building the kingdom.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Serve as Partners for the Kingdom of God” I Corinthians 3:18-4:21 Introduction The church is not about location but relationships. We love noth¬ing better than to erect buildings and develop sprawling ecclesiastical campuses. The church is not about ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Touching Lives From The Grave

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 26, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Kings 13: 1 – 25

2 Kings 13: 1 – 25 Touching lives from the grave 13 In the twenty-third year of Joash the son of Ahaziah, king of Judah, Jehoahaz the son of Jehu became king over Israel in Samaria and reigned seventeen years. 2 And he did evil in the sight of the LORD and followed the sins of Jeroboam the son of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Love Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Nov 7, 2018

Biblical or divine love is a self-sacrificing, caring commitment that shows itself in seeking the highest good for the one being loved.

According to the musical wisdom of John, Paul, George, and Ringo … “All you need is love, love … love is all you need.” Well … that and food … and shelter … and air … and sleep … Love is literally in the air. You hear that word everywhere. It’s been the subject of plays and novels and poems, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11

Denomination: United Methodist

The Power Of Praise Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 15, 2018

if you want to overcome the forces of evil in your own life, by faith praise the Lord, obey the Lord, give to the Lord, and pay your vows to the Lord.

Jennifer Breeding, from the Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri, was visiting her parents with her two young daughters. They watched from the breakfast table as a man came to the back door. When the visitor left, Grandpa explained that he was an appraiser. “What's an appraiser?” the younger ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Guidelines For Christianity: Commandment #8 Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 26, 2015

There's soemthing inside of us that fascinates us with the concept of getting something for nothing.

Let’s start this morning by taking a little informal survey. -Anyone here ever had money stolen from them? -Ok, how about tools, anyone ever have tools stolen, how about borrowed and not returned? -Anyone ever have a bicycle stolen. -Anyone ever have a car stolen. -What ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Baptist

Utterances From The Cross

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Apr 2, 2015

We find forgiveness, hope, and life in The last three utterances from Jesus while he was on the Cross from the gospel of Luke.

Utterances from the Cross Introduction: If ever there was a holiday to celebrate; it is Easter. What other holiday celebrates an event that promises everlasting life? I love Easter! I look forward to it, especially when the long cold days of winter have me trapped inside the house, cabin fever ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Untameable Beast Series

Contributed by Buffy Cook on Apr 5, 2015

"For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

Christianity For Dummies: The Untameable Beast James 3:1-12 I. Introduction A. How many of you have ever had to call out animal control to your house or neighborhood? If you ever were to see a wild animal prowling your neighborhood, all you have to do is pick up the phone and call Tipton ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Resurrection And The Life Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Apr 6, 2015

What does the Resurrection Life offer when we believe in Jesus as the Resurrection and the Life?

The Resurrection and the Life John 11:17-44 Easter 2015 Worship 1 song Welcome and Worship through giving Greet one another with “He is Risen” Worship 3 songs Empty video Slide after video On the third day, the tomb was empty. Slide Matthew 16:21 tells us that “Jesus began to ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Is Time To Move On Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jun 1, 2014

Many people are stuck up with their failures and mistakes they made in the past. They cannot move on with their lives. If you are one of them, maybe it is time to do something about it and move on.

IT IS TIME TO MOVE ON Genesis 30:25-26 (NIV) "25 After Rachel gave birth to Joseph, Jacob said to Laban, “Send me on my way so I can go back to my own homeland. 26 Give me my wives and children, for whom I have served you, and I will be on my way. You know how much work I’ve done for ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:25-26

Denomination: Nazarene

Hope Of The Resurrection

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 18, 2014

In this passage, Paul identified himself with the writer of Psalm 116. Paul, like the psalmist, had experienced the “terrors of the grave,” and God’s deliverance. “Death had its hands around [Paul’s] throat” (Ps. 116:3), and He knew that he could die.

May 20, 2014 Tom Lowe Title: Hope of the Resurrection. (2 Co. 4:13-15) 2nd Corinthians 4:13-15 (NKJV) 13 And since we have the same spirit of faith, according to what is written, "I believed and therefore I spoke," we also believe and therefore speak, 14 knowing that He who raised ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Love And Light Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 9, 2014

If you want to be holy and whole, just like our Heavenly Father, then walk in love and walk in the light of Christ.

Six-year-old little Jenny complained to her mother of a tummy ache. “That’s because your tummy is empty,” her mother replied. “You’d feel better if there were something in it.” That evening, their pastor stopped for a visit and later commented that his head had ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Knowing Christ Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 10, 2014

What is the evidence for knowing Christ? And once we know Him, what more do we need to know?

Ephesians Series - #2 - Knowing Christ Ephesians 1:15-23 Knowing Christ. What does that look like? And What is it that we need to know so that we can continue on in growing in Him and being used by Him? Love – Evidence of Knowing Christ (v. 15-16) Know Him More (v. 17) Know more of His ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Study Of The Book Of Romans Lesson #10 Series

Contributed by James May on Aug 15, 2014

Expository teaching on Romans chapter 3 and 4

Book of Romans Lesson # 10 Romans 3:25 – 4:5 By Rev. James May As we continue our lesson tonight on the Book of Romans, Chapter three, let me bring to your remembrance that the Apostle Paul is writing to the saints who were at Rome at the time. Among those saints at Rome there were both ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Study Of The Book Of Romans Lesson #12 Series

Contributed by James May on Aug 15, 2014

Expository teaching on Romans chapter 5

Book of Romans Lesson # 12 Romans 5:1- 5:8 By Rev. James May Over the past several weeks we have learned through Paul’s letter to the saints at Rome, that we are all equal in the eyes of the Lord; that his love is the same for each of us, whether Jew or Gentile; and that the new covenant of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Getting Along Despite Our Differences

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 15, 2014

With God's help, Christians can walk hand in hand when we do not see eye to eye.

Title: Getting Along Despite Our Differences (Food Fights) Text: Romans 14:1-12 Thesis: With God’s help, Christians can walk hand in hand when we do not see eye to eye. Introduction I’ve only been in one food fight and it was an impromptu event. It occurred at our kitchen where we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational