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Lost And Found

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Jul 15, 2007

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Potential rulership in Christ’s earthly kingdom

Shiloh Bible Church Hebrews 2:5-9 Lost and Found Introduction A young man emerged from the Metro train in Washington, DC. The date was January 12th of this year. He positioned himself against a wall beside a trashcan. By most standards, he was nondescript—a young white man in jeans, a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who's The Boss Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Apr 17, 2007

based on 5 ratings

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As you examine this sermon you will be challenged to consider the "real" Lord of your life.

A few years ago there was a television series entitled “Who’s The Boss?” The show was about a man named Tony who worked for a lady named Angela. The subtle plot behind the show raised a question. The question, who is the real boss? Was it Tony? (or) Was it Angela? I’m sure the show was inspired by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Get Your Head Up And Your Eyes Out Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

| 3,389 views

Living for ourselves does not lead to a life of fullness, living a life of love, which is focused on others, with our head up and our eyes forward, is God’s road to fullness.

Get Your Head Up and Your Eyes Out Matt 5:14-16 Sept 24, 2006 Intro: Here is the cover of last week’s TIME magazine (September 18, 2006), and I must say, I am a little disgusted. Some of the leaders of some of the largest, evangelical churches in the US are teaching that a life of fullness is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

One Man Riot Squad

Contributed by Bode Ayodele on Sep 5, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 6,090 views

In warfare there are particular individuals whose contributions are of much more significance than others. Once these individuals are identified and struck the battle is virtually won and lost. This message encourages Christians to unmask and strike -thro

By Bode Ayodele Spiritual warfare is an integral part of our walk as Christians. In this message we shall examine an aspect of spiritual warfare of great importance to both the camp of the body of Christ and that of the enemy alike. We are looking at a message titled "One man Riot Squad." Let ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:39-58

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Do Religious People Whoop It Up?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 15, 2007

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God invites us to share his joy when someone who was lost, is found.

Title: When Do Religious People Whoop It Up? Text: Luke 15:1-10 Thesis: God invites us to share his joy when someone who was lost, is found. Introduction Have you ever lost something you really treasured… something you would really like to find? After reading the text for today, I thought ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Need A Friend?

Contributed by Joe Harding on Oct 16, 2002

based on 209 ratings

| 34,592 views

JESUS IS OUR FRIEND!

NEED A FRIEND? JOHN 15: 1-17 OCTOBER 13 INTRODUCTION: I am told about this newspaper in England giving a reward for the best definition of what is a friend? Thousands answered, the winner? "A FRIEND IS ONE THAT COMES WHEN EVERYONE ELSE GOES.” JACKIE ROBINSON was the first African American to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time To Grow Up! Part I Series

Contributed by James May on Dec 8, 2002

based on 59 ratings

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Growing spiritually mature means that we must get rid of the childishness in our hearts and grow up in Christ!

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who's Really In Control?

Contributed by Howard Harden on Dec 12, 2002

based on 74 ratings

| 15,720 views

This text demonstrates two examples of how God’s sovereignty effects our lives.

After the tragedy of September 11th, there was a camera crew that walked the streets in New York and asked people spiritual questions at random. I’ll never forget what one man said when asked where God was when those horrible attacks took place. He said, “I used to believe in God, but not anymore. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:47-57

Denomination: Baptist

Self-Discipline Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Aug 31, 2003

based on 47 ratings

| 14,337 views

This Sermon is an adaptation from the book "The Twenty-one Indispensable Qualities of a Leader" by John Maxwell.

Self- Discipline Matthew 28:19-20; Mark 16:15; Luke 24:47-48; Acts 1:8; 2 Timothy 1:6-7; 1 Thessalonians 5:6; 1 Peter 1:13 August 16, 2003 I. I will say it again, we are all leaders in some way and if we are going to be the leaders that we are supposed to be, the first person that we have to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, 2 Timothy 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

Training Time For Reigning Time (Part 2)

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Jan 17, 2005

based on 13 ratings

| 2,490 views

Reward for successfully running the race of the Christian life

Introduction Here it is—my one and only sports trophy. [Show trophy] I played football in high school and our team was okay—nothing like Southern Columbia or Berwick. We never won a championship. And I played lacrosse as well. Our school fared better in lacrosse, but we could never seem to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

These Dry Bones

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005

based on 6 ratings

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We, as Christians, need to fight complacency and follow Christ with everything we have.

Open with clip from The Patriot During a memorial service, Gabriel makes an announcement to enlist men in the South Carolina militia. However King George was the one who ordered the hanging of the men being memorialized, trying to set an example to the rest of the colonists-and it worked. When ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Expectations Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 6, 2001

based on 219 ratings

| 67,714 views

The unusual titles of Jesus show us that we can count on him to live up to expectations.

Sermons for Christmas December 7, 1997 INTRODUCTION Every once in a while in the world of Chicago area high school boy’s basketball, a player will emerge with incredible talent and skill. He and his team become the focus of a great deal of media attention. He will become one of the most ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Loving, Caring Christians

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 1, 2002

based on 266 ratings

| 19,392 views

If we are children of God - if we claim to follow Jesus - then when we see a need we will do something. We must be loving, caring Christians.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK This morning I want you to hear the cry of Jeremiah, the O.T. prophet, as he looks at the ruins of the city of Jerusalem. In the book of Lamentations, chapter 1, vs’s 1,8,11-12, he ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Grow Through Testing Times

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 22, 2001

based on 30 ratings

| 4,588 views

He learned that all of our rights, times and possessions ultimately belong to the Lord and are to be yielded completely for His purposes. Only then are we able to see how testing, tears and temptations can be used for a greater good. How to Grow

How to Grow Through Testing Times - I Cor. 10:13 Illustrations: DISAPPOINTMENT is a major temptation for all of us. Alexander the Great conquered Persia, but broke down and wept because his troops were too exhausted to push on to India. Hugo Grotius, the father of modern international law, said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Purity Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 22, 2011

based on 59 ratings

| 19,755 views

1- Purity - Work at your faith 2- Purity - Don’t complain 3- Purity - Hold out the Word

INTRO.- ILL.- As a father came home from his work he saw his little girl who had been playing in the mud. He said to her, “My, you’re pretty dirty.” She replied, “Yes, I know daddy, but I’m prettier clean.” Yes and aren’t we all prettier when we’re clean? Our text speaks of us as being ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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