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Submitting To God

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Apr 8, 2001

When we do not submit to God there is a conflict inside. 1. The source of the conflict is selfishness. 2. The result of the conflict is rebellion. 3. The solution to the conflict is submission.

When Jesus rode into Jerusalem with the crowds from Galilee following him, he was giving them an opportunity to acknowledge that he was indeed the King of Israel, or rather King of the whole world. He was giving them the opportunity to submit to him as Lord of their lives. But we know that was ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Parable Of The Sower

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 2, 2014

A study of the responses of the different soils to the seed illustrates different responses to the word of God.

Scripture As Jesus was coming to the end of his Galilean ministry, which some say lasted about 16 months, he drew vast audiences to his ministry. He also experienced growing opposition to his message about the good news of the kingdom of God. Although he had previously illustrated his preaching ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith Expansion #3 Series

Contributed by Larry Walkemeyer on Sep 22, 2009

A verse by verse message on Hebrews 11:20-29 teaching people to live an "I CAN" life through faith.

Faith comes in CANS. Most of my childhood I was raised by a single mother. Her favorite saying was, “CAN’T never did anything but sit on a fence post & cry!” Whenever I said, I can’t do this. I can’t face this. She would respond with this saying. She wanted me to live in the land of FAITH, the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:20-29

Denomination: Free Methodist

Solomon's Trophy Case

Contributed by Larry Turner on Aug 12, 2016

Many NFL players achieved great success but never achieved the greatest, winning the Super Bowl. The aged Solomon reflects on the fact that he had huge success but was lacking the greatest.

Are you ready for some Carolina Panther’s football? Our first preseason game was Thursday night. A lot of sports analysts are predicting Carolina to once again be the NFC Champs and go to the Super Bowl, this time to win. We have the MVP and number one rated player in the NLF on our team in ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:3-19

Denomination: Foursquare

Thou Shalt Have No Other Gods Series

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Nov 19, 2022

America has turned its back on the God of the Bible. There are so many religions and beliefs in our country today. The only God America has rejected is the God of the Bible. The Ten Commandments are the very soul of America. This is why the Ten Commandments are so important to the people of God.

If you have your Bible, turn to Exodus chapter 20. Today, we are going to begin a sermon series called, "The Ten Commandments: The Soul of America", starting with the message, "Thou Shalt Have No Other Gods". America has turned its back on the God of the Bible. There are so many ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Choices Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Oct 2, 2022

This the second sermon in a series based on The Book of Proverbs. Based on the TV game show "Let's Make a Deal," in which contestants struggle with the desire of their hearts -- to win "big" prizes or money, the choices we reveal the desires of our heart.

I’m going to assume that you all are familiar with a popular little game show called “Let’s Make a Deal.” It’s been on for, like, ever it seems. The “contestants” are offered various “mystery prizes” to choose from. Some of the prizes are really amazing and some of the prizes … well, they’re ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-22, Matthew 7:13-14, 1 Kings 11:4-6, 1 Kings 11:11-12

Denomination: United Methodist

The Devil Goes To Church Too Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 21, 2019

Satan’s aim is to destroy our faith and to destroy our church. If he can destroy our faith, then we’ll destroy our church for him. And if he destroys the church, our faith will follow.

The Devil goes to church … did you know that? He has his favorite pew. He has his favorite hymns. He loves to see a church stuck in a rut because that’s a dying church. He loves a divided church because constant conflict keeps the church distracted from what it’s supposed to be doing. He’s ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12, James 1:27, 1 John 3:10, 1 John 2:15-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Knowing My Specific Assignment In Life (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Oct 19, 2006

When you give voice to God’s Word, you activate the angels to assist you in carrying out His assignment for your life. Angels are ministering spirits that will help you reach the goal so you can have the good life God has prepared.

Introduction · Last week we discussed that God has a specific assignment for each Born Again Believer. That He has laid out a road map for you to be successful in His plans. · We learned last week that you are predestined to do good works & complete your assignment. · He has given you His Holy ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I'm Going To Disney Land

Contributed by Larry Jacobs on May 15, 2006

There is a Disney Land in the Bible.

Our Web Site: cbcbedford.com --------------------------------- Now that you have been born On planet earth - What do you plan on doing? "I’m going to Disney Land." Eccl. 1 Don’t you just love the commercials that show some super sports star just after he or she has won a big event and the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Is God A Monster?

Contributed by R. Escoanyelin Ortiz on Nov 21, 2011

TO TRY TO EXPOSE SOME MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT GOD

IS GOD A MONSTER? DARWIN PRAYED THAT HIS DAUGHTER MAY SURVIVE THE TERRIBLE SICKNESS THAT SHE WENT THROUGH. HIS DAUGHTER DIED. DID HE BECAME ANGRY WITH GOD? MAYBE. THIS EMOTIONAL STATE COULD HAVE BEEN THE FUEL BEHIND THE THEORY OF EVOLOTION. (WELL IT IS JUST A THEORY, RIGHT?). ANYHOW, MANY PEOPLE ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ascension And Mothers Day

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 5, 2013

We can learn much about our faith from the justaposition of the Ascension feast, Mothers' Day and First Communion.

Ascension Solemnity 2013 Mother’s Day–First Communion On those Saturdays when I have the privilege of baptizing young children into Christ, I give a blessing to the mothers of those young ones. It begins “God the Father, through his Son, the Virgin Mary’s child, has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:46-53

Denomination: Catholic

Who Done It? - Sermon On Philippians 2:12-13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 1, 2023

God works inside us to cause us to desire and decide good things and to do good things. When he does so, it really is our willing and doing, even though it was caused by God.

Philippians 2:12 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose. 14 Do everything without ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

The Virtue Of Joy (3 Of 10) Series

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Feb 11, 2003

Joy and happiness seem to be the same thing. But there is a profound difference. Joy is a virtue because it comes from within and is not contingent upon the circumstances around us.

Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr., was a member of the U.S. Supreme Court for 30 years. His mind, wit and work earned him the unofficial title of "the greatest justice since John Marshall." At one point in his life, Justice Holmes explained his choice of a career by saying: "I might have entered the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Matthew 5:3-10

Denomination: Methodist

Step #3: Tap Into God's Grace Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Sep 1, 2004

When life hands you puzzle pieces you can’t figure out, what do you do? How can we handle it? Let’s examine how Paul dealt with his "thorn in the flesh", and learn some lessons for us! *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Tap Into God’s Grace (OR Bitter or Better OR Let it Change You) 2 Cor. 12:7-10 - 2Co 12:7 And lest I should be exalted above measure by the abundance of the revelations, a thorn in the flesh was given to me, a messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I be exalted above measure. 8 Concerning this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Holiness

Let Your Joy Be Full

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 1, 2003

Few people today are experiencing the fullness of joy that Jesus talked about 2000 years ago, have you ever wondered why? Could it be that many have forgotten some of the basic guidelines that the scripture offers as a prescription for fullness of joy

Jesus said, "I have told you to obey my Father’s commands so that your joy may be full." (John 15:10,11) Few people today are experiencing the fullness of joy that Jesus talked about 2000 years ago, have you ever wondered why? Could it be that many have forgotten some of the basic guidelines ...read more

Scripture: John 15:10-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational