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A Thanksgiving Classic

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Nov 27, 2002

Some things are classics...a car...a Wendy’s Hamburger. Psalm 100 is a classic Thanksgiving Psalm

Larry C. Brincefield larkayb@earthlink.net Title: A Thanksgiving Classic—Psalm 100 Text: Psalm 100 Introduction There is an old Hebrew legend that the harp of David at midnight . . . when the wind swept across the strings; would give forth beautiful music. A writer commenting on the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene

Introduction Of The Servant Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Feb 4, 2004

There are 5 Servant Songs (some say 4--but I’m using 5). This sermon serves as an introduction of the series, and it serves as an introduction of Christ’s earthly ministry.

(some of the ideas for this sermon I got from an old sermon of my dad’s (also Larry Brincefield). If he had an original source, it is unknown to me. If you recognize anything herein that I need to give credit for; please advise.) Sunday, January 18, 2004 Title: Bruised Reeds and Smoking ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-4

Denomination: Nazarene

Fiction Or Non-Fiction

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Mar 13, 2001

An Easter Sunday Sermon

Luke 24: 1-11 "Fiction or Non-Fiction" True or False! Fact or Fiction! Fiction or Non-fiction! These are the questions which plague us this morning and which plagued the women and the disciples 2000 years ago on the first Easter morning. Had Jesus really risen from the grave? Did the women tell ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Here I Am To Worship

Contributed by Neil Briggs on Dec 1, 2004

Prayer, the missing jewel of worship

1 Timothy 2 : 1-3 The passage that we have read together this morning is headed up in the NIV Instructions for worship. At first glance you may well think, hang on , this chapter say’s nothing about worship, we however need to ask our selves is this really true and that is what I pray that we can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Delight Me! Series

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Dec 8, 2007

Second in a series in 1 Thessalonians about people doing the right thing.

Relay Games In Corinth In ancient Corinth there used to be staged Games, spectator events And these games became the Olympics we know today. Just like today, there were many events, but the most popular one, was the relay race. The competitors lined up side by side at the starting line, each ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4-8

Denomination: Christian Church

A Mission Of Amazing Grace: Seek Justice, Rescue The Oppressed

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Feb 18, 2007

Based on Isaiah 1:15-17 and James 2:14-26 this sermon was prepared for "Amazing Grace" Sunday 2007. The thesis is that we are saved to be agents of God’s Grace in the cause for social justice for God’s oppressed children in our modern society.

A Mission of Amazing Grace: Seek Justice, Rescue the Oppressed --Isaiah 1:15-17 and James 2:14-26 Today North American Christians are celebrating “Amazing Grace Sunday,” but do you realize the significance in our celebrating the most beloved hymn of all time? On Friday, 23 February 2007, the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:15-17

Denomination: Methodist

Reading The Bible Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Mar 5, 2008

Sometimes reading the Bible can be difficult. Why should we even read it? If if we convince ourselves to open it, where do we start.

***Open the time with all the lights out and the room completely dark. Begin to lightly toss stones up front so that the thud can be heard by the group*** The first five books of the Old Testament are called the Torah which is what the Jews look to as their Bible. The Hebrew word torah meant ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Work Or The Worker Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 17, 2007

Which matters most to you - doing the job or getting the credit? That’s what Barak faces in a battle against Israel’s enemies. He makes the right choice - do we? Also - letting God do a complete work of healing in our lives.

Chapters 4 and 5 of Judges are a real bright spot in a book that is mostly bleak and depressing. Not only do we see a great victory but it also features some real role reversals. This time it’s not the guys who shine, but the gals. We have a woman, Deborah, who is both a judge and a prophetess. I ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jeremiah's Diary Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Aug 6, 2007

This is a message in a series of sermons from the book of Lamentations. This particular message is a survey of the book.

I would like to take a few moments to discuss a subject that many times we would just prefer to ignore. That’s the subject of sin. At some time or another we all have allowed ourselves to enjoy the short-lived pleasures of sin. I would venture to say many of us have found ourselves enjoying these ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Race

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 12, 2007

Paul teaches us that we are all in a race..there are no spectators.

The Race - 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 From time to time as I prepare for our Sunday Worship sermon time, God tells me that I need to reveal little secrets about myself. The problems is that sometimes I am afraid that since we are still getting to know each other it might give some of you an excuse ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Congregational

Paradise Lost And Regained

Contributed by Paul Humphrey on Oct 24, 2006

In the beauty of every season we can see glimpses of what God has in store for us. We can also see see the imperfection of the fall.

Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost 2006 Dr. Paul G. Humphrey Psalm 104 PS 104:1 Praise the LORD, O my soul. O LORD my God, you are very great; you are clothed with splendor and majesty. PS 104:2 He wraps himself in light as with a garment; he stretches out the heavens like a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 104:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Intro To Titus Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Feb 2, 2009

Introduction to the book of Titus

INTRODUCTION What do you love about M&M’s? They don’t melt under heat. What do the Following people have in common? John Edwards David Duchouvy Fast Eddie Johnson Winona Ryder Jeremiah Gunner Scott Karen Raborn Heather Johnston Amy Wilkins The all experienced some type of Integrity ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"The Preacher"

Contributed by Julio Gonzalez on Feb 11, 2009

Introduction to Ecclesiastes

"THE PREACHER" Ecc. 1:1-3 INTRODUCTION Rev. Julio González "Vanity of vanities, saith the Preacher, vanity of vanities; all is vanity. What profit hath a man of all his labour which he taketh under the sun?" "What is life all about? What is the point of living? Why should we work so hard to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Get Out Of The Boat

Contributed by Richard White on Dec 9, 2008

To walk on water we have to get out of the boat

Get out of the Boat. Peter Matt. 14:22 MT 14:22 Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowd. 23 After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, 24 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spirituality Of Art Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 25, 2008

Art as a Spiritual Practice

Celtic Spirituality of Art God at the Pub – Earthed Spirituality Grace – How the Irish Saved Civilization, p 174 Take up homework 1) book of prayers – choose one & use it 2) write a Celtic prayer that fits your life/work. Art Show and tell The Celts & Art I think that if you would ask an ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: *other