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What Do I Do When God’s Leading Doesn’t Add Up? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 20, 2013

based on 3 ratings

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A look at the fact that the Magi did not come to Bethlehem but to Nazareth. The sermon uses that truth to talk about following God's direction instead of the man's leading.

STAR OF BETHLEHEM MYTH: The star led the Magi to Bethlehem. - We’ve all seen this in a hundred Christmas plays. - Unfortunately, it doesn’t happen to be the way that the Bible actually says the story happened. - This morning I want to talk about the way the Bible says the story ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Who Killed Jesus Christ?

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 17, 2014

based on 9 ratings

| 9,656 views

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Who Killed Jesus Christ? John 12:23-24 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WhoKilled.html Jesus died and was buried, and sprung up in everlasting life! He begins now to give the disciples some teaching about what they are about to witness in a just a few days. This is all new to them, but the cross ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Run #3 Risky Business Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Dec 23, 2019

| 2,555 views

The mission of the church (and individuals) is to demonstrate Christ’s love in ways which bring others to him and therefore is inherently risky.

Good morning everyone! Now, this is my third Prairiefest and we have been blessed year after year with a great partnership with the park district. We serve at the gates. We promote the event in the community and we’ve truly seen God at work in our community. All of which is a perfect example of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5, Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Real Life Change Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 26, 2019

| 6,362 views

Paul mentions two men who had experienced real life change due to being touched by the Master's hand.

In 1921, Myra Brooks Welch told a story of an old violin that was put up for auction, in a poem called, “The Touch of the Masters Hand.” Twas battered and scarred, and the auctioneer thought it scarcely worth his while to waste much time on the old violin, but held it up with a smile; “What am I ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

"True Humility.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Aug 11, 2001

based on 437 ratings

| 47,785 views

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 2, 2001, Title: “True Humility.” Luke 14: 1, 7-14

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost, September 2, 2001 Heavenly Father empower us to see everyone’s self worth in the light of Your estimation. Amen. Title: “True Humility.” Luke 14: 1, 7-14 Jesus, at dinner in the house of a leading Pharisee, counsels both the host and his guests about humility and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Life Before Conversion

Contributed by Shad Comeaux on Apr 19, 2004

based on 78 ratings

| 6,112 views

Describing the life of one before being converted to Christianity.

1 And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; 2 Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh in the children of disobedience: 3 Among whom also we all had our conversation in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

"The Peace That Only God Can Give” Series

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Feb 11, 2002

based on 68 ratings

| 13,197 views

Peace that Jesus gives is not the absence of trouble, but is rather the confidence that He is there with you always.

Safety consists not in the absence of danger but in the presence of God. John 16:33 33"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." NIV Peace that Jesus gives is not the absence of trouble, but is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is For You! Series

Contributed by Tim Bond on Mar 26, 2002

based on 139 ratings

| 27,380 views

When we truly reallize that God is on our side, the fears that could sometimes fill our life melt away.

As most of you know I have 2 children; Hannah is in the sixth grade now. Trent is almost 6 years old. As they grow older, I catch myself doing something that my dad used to do. I gush. Have you ever just looked at someone you love and felt the emotion swell up inside you? You wanted in some way ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church On "High Alert"

Contributed by Gary Cox on Sep 24, 2001

based on 134 ratings

| 6,284 views

The Church’s response to the Trade Center Tragedy

The bloodiest day in United States History was September 17, 1862 when 4700 Union and Confederate soldiers died in the Civil War battle of Antietam. That was until September 11, 13 days ago when over 5000 ( and the number still rising) were killed in a well planned terrorist attack. By comparison, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When God's Goodness Is Eclipsed

Contributed by Jason Patrick on Jan 12, 2002

based on 15 ratings

| 4,757 views

One struggle of the Christian life is to maintain hope in the goodness of God. Christmas promises us that God is good even in the midst of the most adverse circumstances.

When God’s Goodness is Eclipsed / Matthew 2:13-23 Christmastide, Year A; Downsville Baptist Church; 30 December 2001 Phyllis was a 25 year old mother of a 6 month old little baby boy named, Jeremy. Phyllis and her husband, Oliver, a animal skin tanner in Bethlehem were happy parents. Phyllis ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

The New Year Is Aglow With Opportunities Series

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Nov 1, 2005

based on 31 ratings

| 53,967 views

This sermon looks at Daniel as a model for living in the world but not compromising to the world.

The New Year is Aglow with Opportunities Daniel 1:1-7 Romans 5:1-8 (Message) As we enter the 21st Century in America we are faced with many challenges and opportunities. As a Christian we are rowing upstream against a society that is basically anti-Christian. Many things about the future are ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-7, Romans 5:1-8, Romans 5:6-21

Denomination: Free Methodist

Learning Right From Wrong: Empathy Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on May 25, 2005

based on 7 ratings

| 6,119 views

Empathy is a foundational virtue that children need to learn for determining right from wrong

Learning Right from Wrong: Empathy INTRODUCTION Several weeks ago Sue and I received a request from Lima Allen Council on Community Affairs to conduct a session for parents on helping children learn right from wrong. These are parents who, for one reason or another, have demonstrated a need ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Brethren

Truth Or Consequences Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Apr 3, 2006

based on 94 ratings

| 44,729 views

This sermon examines the teachings of false teachers and how to counter them.

Introduction: There used to be a television game show entitled “Truth or Consequences.” Most people who are old enough to remember will associate that show with Bob Barker. He was the game show host for approximately twenty years. The contestants on the show were given the responsibility of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6, Galatians 1:8, 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Timothy 3:10-17, 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22, John 1:1-3 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Necessity Of Relationships Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 23, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 5,676 views

To reach the lost, we must have relationships with the lost.

Introduction: A. Let me start by asking you a few questions: Where do you go when you have a problem? Whom do you turn to when you need help or advice on some important issue in your life? 1. Are you more likely to turn to someone you know or to a stranger? B. How do you feel when stranger comes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding Your Sweet Spot Series

Contributed by Roy Probus on Dec 27, 2007

| 6,936 views

Our lives without God are common, find a cure for that.

If you are a sports junkie like I am, then you know what I am holding in my hand. Yes, it is a baseball bat, or softball bat rather. I have played baseball since I was a little boy, probably like most of you we started out playing stick ball or some variation. But as we grew up, our game became ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: United Methodist

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