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Love Aflame Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Mar 31, 2010

The love of God burns so brightly that all is either purified or burned away in its presence.

Love Aflame, Luke 24:13-35 Introduction Charles Spurgeon once wrote of the difficult but satisfying calling of Christians. Commenting on Hosea 6:1-3, where we are admonished to return to the Lord for the binding up of our wounds, that we may ultimately live in His presence, the prince of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Christian Church

Keeping Christ In Christ (Part 2)

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Dec 14, 2009

Even as the wise men kept Christ at the center of their lives, we can keep Christ at the center of Christmas, and our lives.

Last week we began a series entitled “Keeping Christ In Christmas.” This series is based on the controversy swirling around our society concerning the word Christmas. There are some who would just as soon remove the word Christ from Christmas. They prefer to say merry Xmas. There are others who get ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Abused And Used But Not Used Up

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 3, 2010

We must determine that the children with whom we are surrounded are God’s gift and God’s assignment for us, no matter how difficult or inconvenient they are.

I received a letter the other day from someone very close to me. His letter was written hurriedly, because I had written him asking some questions. He felt he needed to answer those right away. He had a conviction he wanted me to hear immediately. I had asked him if he was going to leave his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Memorial Day Service

Contributed by Richard Horn on Jun 13, 2010

Reflecting on the fallen heroes and patriots that served our country and comparing them to the martyrs and saints of the church.

May 30, 2010 Memorial Day I want to begin today by reading something I received in my e-mail last week. It is the VETERAN, not the preacher, who has given us freedom of religion. It is the VETERAN, not the reporter, who has given us freedom of the press. It is the VETERAN, not the poet, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Letter From Adam To This Generation

Contributed by Sedaric Dinkens on Feb 6, 2014

Adam, reflecting upon the poor choices he made, bellows from antiquity to this generation, pleading for change and providing wisdom to do so.

To: Humans Living in the 21st Century From: Adam, the First Man Re: Concerns and Admonitions Dear Sisters and Brothers, I do not use these terms lightly. We are truly relatives, forever connected; in fact, I am honored to say that I was the first of our kind, formed by the hand ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where In Lies The Value Of A New Year?

Contributed by Richard Overman on Jan 4, 2014

2014 This morning as we examine the Word of God I hope to share with you that, it is not what man produces for himself but rather what God gives that will determine the value of this year 2014.

Where In lies the Value of a New Year? This morning as we examine the Word of God I hope to share with you that, it is not what man produces for himself but rather what God gives that will determine the value of this year 2014. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Godly Mother

Contributed by Paul Norwood on May 12, 2014

Mother's Day sermon on what God expects of mothers.

“A Godly Mother” Text: Isaiah 7:10-15 I. Welcome II. Introduction While we love our mothers or their memories, I think most preachers wrestle with sermons on this day. We just don’t want to preach on Hannah or Jochebed every second Sunday of May. And, I feel it may be a little ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Facts Of Life Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 11, 2012

God has given us a hint about life, death, and resurrection in our daily activities, our night time sleep, and awaking the next day.

1. Jonah and Professor You probably heard about the lady who was riding on a crowded bus. She was quietly reading her Bible when a rather distinguished looking man took the seat beside her. After a while he noticed her reading material. He introduced himself. “Hello, I am Professor Smith. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Message From Mars (Hill)

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 29, 2008

A Message from Mars (Hill)1) Non-Christians, God is near you! 2) Christians, God is revealed through you!

Eight million dollars. That’s how much is to be spent this year to operate one radio telescope, that big one in Puerto Rico. One purpose of this gigantic electronic ear is to catch the faintest whisper of extra terrestrial life…if it exists. There are thousands of radio telescopes around the world. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is Baptism?

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Nov 24, 2009

Baptism is a step of obedience, a public declaration and a personal commitment.

WHAT IS BAPTISM A drunk stumbled along a baptismal service on Sunday afternoon down by the river. He proceeded to walk down into the water and stood next to the Preacher. The minister turned and noticed the old drunk and said, "Mister, Are you ready to find Jesus?" The drunk looks back and says, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Different Gospel Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 2, 2011

1- A different gospel is no gospel at all 2- A different gospel is a perversion of the true gospel 3- A different gospel will bring on condemnation

INTRO.- Who said "Variety is the spice of life"? William Cowper, who was an English poet. Since variety is the spice of life, something different is good, CORRECT? Not necessarily. It depends on what you’re talking about. ILL.- Something different was not necessarily a thing that my daddy ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Mighty God Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 9, 2008

We all are very independent individuals. Some of our first words – perhaps even our first sentence – expressed that self-reliance. "I can do it myself." This is healthy when we’re dressing and cleaning up. It becomes unhealthy when we try to control o

Introduction: The names in this story have been changed out of respect for their privacy. Julie W told her family’s story in a magazine article. [My daughter], Allison, came home for the weekend. She opened the door, didn’t speak, and dropped her duffel bag. Smudges of mascara circled her eyes. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Wesleyan

What We Believe, Does It Matter?

Contributed by William D. Brown on Dec 10, 2008

Some folks it seems think that as long as their sincere in what they believe, that one religion is as good as another, but as we’ll read today that is not the case.

ACTS 17: 10-34 WHAT WE BELIEVE, DOES IT MATTER? Some folks it seems think that as long as their sincere in what they believe, that one religion is as good as another, but as we’ll read today that is not the case. Here in Acts 17: we find that Paul had been preaching ‘Jesus” in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:10-34

Denomination: Baptist

Mighty God And Everlasting Father Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 14, 2008

What is it about the titles "Mighty God" and "Everlasting Father" that can give us hope?

OPEN: Steve Harvey – "Introducing Jesus" (found on godtube at this address: http://www.godtube.com/view_video.php?viewkey=905620397b19c9d24978) APPLY: When I first heard about this video I didn’t know what to expect. A comedian introducing Jesus??? I thoroughly expected him to get the audience ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Open Doors

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Dec 15, 2008

For a number of years the Apostle Paul endured strained relationships with Christians friends in a church in Corinth. Even though he had helped establish the church, some serious misunderstandings developed between Paul and his friends.

OPEN DOORS 2 COR. 2:12 17 For a number of years the Apostle Paul endured strained relationships with Christians friends in a church in Corinth. Even though he had helped establish the church, some serious misunderstandings developed between Paul and his friends. In order to repair this broken ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17