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The Joy Of Giving Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on Mar 7, 2016

Sermon #3 of "Give" series. One of the great blessings that comes with giving is joy.

“The Joy of Giving” 2 Cor. 8: 1-12 February 21, 2016 Intro: Comedian Flip Wilson told a story about a preacher and his church. A preacher was trying to get his people to be more enthusiastic about their church. The preacher said in his sermon: "If this church is going to get ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Little Flock Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

God's plans are always big, but His means for getting His big plans achieved are always small.

The world is full of interesting stories about numbers. For example, why does the President get a 21 gun salute. It all began in 1776 when Francis Hopkinson, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, noticed that if you add up the numbers in 1776 they come to 21. He said to himself, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-34

Christ-Focused Ministry

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 6, 2016

Christ-Focused Ministry - 2 Corinthians chapter 10 verses 1-18 – sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: • I follow Christ’s example (vs 1) • I use spiritual weapons (vs 2-6) • I don’t judge by appearance (vs 7-11) • I let God do the commending (vs 12-18) SERMON BODY: Ill: • A family were driving through the country lanes enjoying a day out; • Dad was driving and looking for a ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

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Contributed by Todd Blair on Dec 30, 2013

There is a time to be still and know He is God and there is a time when we are seeking the prize of contentment that we need to flee, follow and fight.

Have you ever played the game called "Would You Rather..."? We played it as kids and I played it just the other day with one of the youth. You make up your own questions but it goes something like this. Would you rather be fat and have a nice face or have a nice body and be ugly? Would you rather ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12, 1 Timothy 6:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Your Own Boss!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

Most Americans work and much of their life is controlled by someone else. There certainly is nothing wrong with that. This country could not operate unless people were willing to fill the jobs that are needed.

Some jobs require a lot from folks who apply for them. It is essential to find qualified people to fill these jobs. Illus: A few months ago, there was an opening with the CIA for an assassin. Two men and a woman applied for this job. The day came for the final test to see which person would get ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31, Galatians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Laws Of Almighty God (5 Of 5)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Sep 25, 2024

Have you noticed that people, especially Americans, have a remarkable capacity for getting tired of good things

For instance: • I have a problem with a person leaving a perfectly good job! • I have a problem with a person getting rid of a perfectly good car! • I have a problem with a person leaving a perfectly good church! • I have a problem with a person with going from one marriage to another! WHY ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Ruin Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 27, 2024

We see in Zephaniah that God did not want His people, who are called by His Name, to be full of pride and ignore Him and not seek Him and lean into their wicked ways because then He would ignore them from Heaven and strike their land.

Minor Prophets Major Message “Ruin” Zephaniah 2:1-3 #minorprophets READ ZEPHANIAH 2:1-3 (MSG) 1-2 So get yourselves together. Shape up! You’re a nation without a clue about what it wants. Do it before you’re blown away like leaves in a windstorm, Before God’s Judgment-anger sweeps down on you, ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 2:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Mess With The Message Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 30, 2002

We are to proclaim the good news as it is.

DON’T MESS WITH THE MESSAGE Galatians 1:1-9 S: Gospel Th: Grace-Full Living Pr: WE ARE TO PROCLAIM THE GOOD NEWS AS IT IS. ?: How? KW: Responses TS: We will find in Galatians 1:1-9, three responses we can have to the good news. The _____ response one can have to the good news is… I. DELIGHT ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Where Are The Other Two-Hundred

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 13, 2007

The extent of our gratitude is proportionate to our understanding of God’s goodness.

20071014 Web Site Title: Where Are the Other Two-Hundred? Text: Luke 17:11-19 Thesis: The extent of our gratitude is proportionate to our understanding of God’s goodness. Introduction Are people grateful by nature? Does a person have to learn to be grateful? Are most people appreciative ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Walls: Disciplining Your Child Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on May 3, 2008

#3 in a six week series on marriage and parenting. This message discusses the Biblical concept of instructing and correcting your child.

Home Improvement - Week 3 "THE WALLS: DISCIPLINING YOUR CHILD" EPHESIANS 6:1-4 / HEBREWS 12:4-13 INTRODUCTION: A loaded mini-van pulled up to the only remaining campsite. Four youngsters leaped from the vehicle & feverishly began unloading the gear and setting up the tent. The boys rushed ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:4-13

Denomination: Christian Church

The Day God Ran Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 27, 2003

Parables of Eternal Life, Part 4 of 9

THE DAY GOD RAN (LUKE 15:11-32) The news that superstar Leslie Cheung committed suicide on April 1, 2003, in then SARS-hit Hong Kong was at first considered a cruel April’s Fool Day joke. Waiters recalled that the singer ordered an iced lemon drink, a glass of ice water, an apple and a packet of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When Families Fail Series

Contributed by David Limiero on Jun 5, 2001

Why do families fail? Compares the stories of Absalom and the Prodigal Son.

The Perils of Parenting: When Families Fail Eph. 6:1-4; Luke 15:11-32; 2 Samuel Introduction What happens when families fail? For the last two weeks we’ve been talking about parenting in times of peril. Two weeks ago we looked at a young mother named Hannah who was able to raise her son ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4, Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is God's Will For My Life? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 25, 2002

Many have asked the question, “What is God’s will for my life?” and when God has answered they have chosen to ignore it, denied it’s God or even been to afraid to do it. But our relationship with God is the determining factor of whether we do God’s will o

What is God’s Will for My Life? - Part 1 Thesis: Many have asked the question, “What is God’s will for my life?” and when God has answered they have chosen to ignore it, denied it’s God or even been to afraid to do it. But our relationship with God is the determining factor of whether we do God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Judge Not That You Be Not Judged

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002

Jesus’ words condemn a certain type of judgment, but there are limits to our tolerance.

Introduction: A few years ago, a congregation of the Lord’s church in Oklahoma disfellowshiped a woman for immorality. When she filed a lawsuit against the church, the story made all the national news media. One of the shows to give the lawsuit coverage was Phil Donahue and on that show, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6, Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Identity In Christ Series

Contributed by Neil Olcott on Jul 9, 2009

In Christ we are significant. In Christ we are sufficient. In Christ we are secure.

Intro.: These magazine sweepstakes have always intrigued me. I’m not quite sure that I really believe anybody is winning any money. What do you think? Do you know anyone who has won anything from these sweepstakes? The letters always come personally addressed, claiming that you are among the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist