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Knowing The Will Of God #2 - Through The Scripture Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Jan 20, 2008

The Bible clearly tells us what God’s Will is for our lives.

Knowing God’s Will Through The Scripture 20th January 2008 am Ephesians 5:17 Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is. What is God’s will for us? As seen last week, God’s will differs from believer to believer. But here are four aspects in the will of God which ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Talk Fishing

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 24, 2008

We are not called by Christ to talk about fishing for people or wait until we have the proper equipment or bait. We are called to fish.

Matthew 4: 12 – 23 / What Do I Use For Bait? Intro: Some people just love to fish! --- No offense intended to those who love it; but, I HATE IT! It’s not that I haven’t tried it. I have. I just don’t like it. First of all, I don’t like to get my hands sticky or dirty. Next, I can’t sit and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Will Make You Fishers Of Men

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 25, 2008

We can learn a lot from the qualities needed to be a good fisherman, to enable us to be good fishers for men.

I will make you Fishers of Men – but we don’t start with the Barracudas Story: I occasionally take Bari (my Bernese Mountain Dog) down to the gravel pits for a walk. It’s a bit muddy at this time of year and there is quite a bit of flooding down there too I took Bari down a number of weeks ago ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-22

Denomination: Anglican

El Ejército De Dios Series

Contributed by Aaron Chavez on Jan 26, 2008

El llamado de Dios para nuestras vidas es para que seamos un solo cuerpo. Que nos convirtamos en un ejército.Es interesante ver que antes de pensar en la conquista de la tierra prometida tiene que haber un proceso de formación.Todos estos procesos son co

El Ejército de Dios (El Tiempo de los conquistadores) Introd. El llamado de Dios para nuestras vidas es para que seamos un solo cuerpo. Que nos convirtamos en un ejército. La definición de ejército es, un grupo de gente organizada para la realización de un fin. Obviamente esto requiere de un ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

El Milagro En Dar

Contributed by Aaron Chavez on Jan 26, 2008

La palabra de Dios nos declara que es mejor cosa dar que recibir. La verdad es que ocurren cosas poderosas cuando nosotros decidimos quitar nuestro enfoque de nuestra necesidad. Y aun mayores milagros ocurren cuando decidimos a pesar de nuestra necesidad

El Milagro en dar introd. La palabra de Dios nos declara que es mejor cosa dar que recibir. La verdad es que ocurren cosas poderosas cuando nosotros decidimos quitar nuestro enfoque de nuestra necesidad. Y aun mayores milagros ocurren cuando decidimos a pesar de nuestra necesidad dar. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keep Your Focus

Contributed by James May on Jan 27, 2008

Jesus’ focus was on the message of the gospel through forgiveness of sin. We often lose our focus and then we may cause damage to the cause of Christ in our community.

Keep Your Focus Pastor Jim May A few weeks ago I preached on the healing of the leper in Mark chapter 1. If you will remember, Jesus told the leper in Mark 1:44, "… say nothing to any man: but go thy way, shew thyself to the priest, and offer for thy cleansing those things which Moses commanded, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Becoming A Contagious Storyteller Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 15, 2007

How do we develop in our lives so that we are effective "storytellers"? This message looks at the promise that we are not alone and that Jesus Himself is always in our corner.

INTRODUCTION A. Beginning of this series, I asked you to decide then to make the series count. a. We can’t get something out of nothing – career, relationship, etc. b. Several prayer cards were turned in – We’ve all been praying B. Through the OneAnother Home Groups I’ve learned a lot in the way ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

Run To Win Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 15, 2007

We are all in a race of faith. A race that is to mature in faith allowing us to be the masterpiece Jesus created us to be! So run so as to win the race!

INTRODUCTION A. Series “Becoming Contagious” to a Close! 1. “The Stockpile Factor” - Blessings 2. “A Contagious Heart” - Compassion 3. “A Contagious Faith” - Preparedness 4. “A Contagious Race” – Methods of Sharing 5. “A Contagious Storyteller” - Testimony 6. “A Contagious Message” – Gospel ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

"If He Must Needs Go, I Must!"

Contributed by W. Alderman on May 19, 2007

This is a sermon that encourages us to go to all people groups as Jesus did the woman at the well.

“IF HE MUST NEEDS GO, I MUST” Text: John 4:1-28 W. Max Alderman Introduction: This is a great story that shows the compassion that the Lord had for “whosoever”. This lady in Samaria was so despised by the world, but so loved by the Lord. You may ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

Padding Your Resume

Contributed by Rusty Wright on Jun 14, 2007

You don’t have to pretend to be something you’re not in order to share your faith.

Padding Your Résumé 6-9-07 Galatians 1:11-24 When I was with La-Z-Boy, one of my duties was to hire the staff for my store— salespeople, office staff, warehouse workers and drivers. Now, most of the time, people would just come in to the store and fill out an application and I ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Being Controversial

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Jun 14, 2007

We need to be controversial at the appropriate times. Can God count on you to take the stand?

Being Controversial Acts 4:1-4 I am not sure what you thought when you heard the title of the message tonight, but I feel that it’s some that we need to do in the right place and in the right time. Illustration: Jerry Falwell While I was on vacation, a great man of God was laid to rest. Say what ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

When A Brother Weeps.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jun 15, 2007

When we were still sinners, He saw a people that were in a state of denial, and rejection of truth. But out of the goodness of His heart, He sent a Savior to rescue the down hearted, lost, confused, and those in slavery.

When A Brother Weeps. Did you know that we serve a compassionate and caring Lord? When we were still sinners, He saw a people that were in a state of denial, and rejection of truth. But out of the goodness of His heart, He sent a Savior to rescue the down hearted, lost, confused, and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gospel

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Jun 15, 2007

Presents the gospel message as good news today for America and that the gospel is for ALL.

The Gospel Acts 10:34-44 September 14, 2003 Parkersburg Baptist Church In America today the good news of the Gospel has become sad news—let me give you some examples: Only 13% of Americans believe in the Ten Commandments. There are only 12 churches in the US for every 10,000 Americans. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-44

Denomination: Baptist

What In The World Is God Doing? Series

Contributed by Vance Elzinga on Jun 22, 2007

How do we get on board when we don’t understand what God is doing (compares Jonah with Pentecost)?

20070527 – What in the world is God doing? (Jonah/Acts 2) INTRO– How many of you like surprises? Think, now… Jonah is full of surprises – or God is… • Tomorrow morning you’re going! • Nineveh • The fish is a surprise – oh no you don’t • And Nineveh holds still more surprises – Jonah is sick of ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Salvation Is Found

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 23, 2007

1- The disciples believed it 2- The people were amazed by it 3- The officials were disturbed by it

INTRO. – Have you been saved? Obviously, this depends on what a person is talking about. ILL.- When I was a freshman in high school my older brother Larry was a senior. Larry and I did not always get along well, as is with some brothers but one day it was different. During gym class the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ