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Freedom's Maturity Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 17, 2016

You are adult sons of God, so don’t behave like children; behave like the adult sons you are.

Marian Obeda, from London, Ontario, talks about a time when her husband, a pastor, was asked to officiate at a lot of weddings over a short few months. During that time, they were also preparing for their son's birthday party, so Marian asked her son who he wanted to invite. He responded with a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Building With A Kingdom Mindset Series

Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 24, 2024

Building with a Kingdom Mindset" focuses on prioritizing God’s Kingdom above all else. This sermon emphasizes aligning our actions with His will, seeking eternal impact, and building on a solid foundation that lasts

We live in a world that constantly pushes us to chase after success, comfort, and security. Society tells us to build our own dreams, secure our own futures, and prioritize our desires. The allure of worldly achievements can be strong—promising status, wealth, and a sense of accomplishment. But in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Other

Can I Trust The Bible? Series

Contributed by Chris Talton on Apr 23, 2004

This sermon gives evidence for why our faith is solid when we put confidence in the Bible

March 21, 2004 Luke 1:1- 4; 2 Peter 1:16 – 2:3 “Can I trust the Bible?” NOTE: unless otherwise indicated, all quotes are from the “Tough Questions” series by Judson Poling and Garry Poole published by Zondervan INTRODUCTION How many of you have had a Mormon come to your door? If ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lure And Cure Of Lust

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

It is no wonder the Pharisees wanted Him out of the picture. He just made the majority of the human race murderers by making anger equivalent to murder, and now He makes the majority adulterers by making lust equivalent to adultery.

Show me the man who has never looked at a woman with lust, and I'll show you a man with a white cane who was blind from birth. None but a blind man could get through life and not be captivated by God's crowning work of creation-woman. Anyone with an ounce of artistic appreciation knows ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Leadership Tips From The Wisest Human Who Ever Lived

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 9, 2005

Before making any decision we need to do three things: 1). Get all the facts you can 2). Be open to new ideas 3). Hear all sides of the story before you make your leadership decisions. Ten points

Leadership Tips From the Wisest Human of All Time Most things tend to rise or fall on the basis of leadership. If we have great leaders we are able to enjoy blessings but if we follow incompetent leaders we suffer in numerous ways. Is it little wonder that people have their strongest opinions ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Which Gospel

Contributed by Mike Parry on Jun 16, 2006

This was part of our Da Vinci Code sermon series. We examined the Gnostic gospels, using primary sources and the early church fathers and contrasted them with the New Testament Gospels.

“Which Gospel” Truth Behind the Da Vinci Code FCC – May 28, 2006 Introduction: Today we are wrapping up our 4 week sermon series on the Da Vinci Code. Why have we been talking about a book of fiction? Do you know that a week ago, the movie’s opening weekend brought in $77 million…that is second ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Long Obedience In The Same Direction

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Jan 20, 2003

This message is about how we need to be obedient to God in the present if we are going to have success in the future. It looks at why we obey and why this is often more difficult than we think.

A while back, my oldest girl Clarissa was in her play room and she had overturned a box of wooden blocks and it made to worse mess you could imagine. I walked in there and said, “Clarissa, I want you to pick up every last one of these blocks right now.” She fussed a little bit and then I walked ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:1-28, 2 John 1:6

Denomination: Methodist

Flesh And Spirit: Love And Self-Control Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 20, 2009

Self-control is difficult for us because we are afraid of responsibility. But to have no form of control is to choose chaos. The answer is to build a relationship with Christ so close that His will becomes ours.

Scene One: You are standing in front of your freezer. You opened the door just to explore, nothing particular in mind, just to see what’s there. In front of you is a container label1ed, "Gourmet Ice Cream: Cherry Almond Fudge". Lifting the lid, again just to explore, just to see what’s there, you ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

When Elephants Rumble Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009

Paul, Pt. 5

WHEN ELEPHANTS RUMBLE (1 CORINTHIANS 3:1-15) An African proverb says, “When elephants fight, grass gets trampled.” When elephants rumble, not only grass suffers the damage, animals run for cover, too. Elephants do not throw their weight around for nothing. According to Wikipedia, the grizzly bear ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Message Of The Cross Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 14, 2008

The remedy for division rooted in pride is the proper appreciation for the Cross.

Introduction: A. I love the story of the two men were digging a ditch on a very hot day. 1. One said to the other, “Why are we down in this hole digging a ditch when our boss is standing up there in the shade of a tree?” 2. “I don’t know,” responded the other. “I’ll ask him.” 3. So he climbed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joseph: Hope For Troubled Times (2) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 22, 2014

The second in a series on the life of Joseph, this three-point expository sermon focuses on the prosperity of Joseph, the purity of Joseph, and the punishment of Joseph.

Joseph: Hope for Troubled Times (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 5/25/2014 Yesterday we held a funeral luncheon here at the church for Coy Weller’s brother, who passed away earlier this week. I want to thank Jami and everyone who helped out with that. It’s such ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-15

Denomination: Christian Church

Jesus Ministers To A Great Multitude

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 22, 2013

Jesus ministers to a great multitude of people and we learn that Jesus satisfies every need.

Scripture Jesus was about thirty years of age when he began his public ministry (Luke 3:23). That was in 28 AD. Jesus’ ministry was fundamentally a ministry of teaching and healing. His primary mission was to seek and to save the lost. That is, he came to find those who knew themselves to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Stuck Between Two Altars: The Problem Of Indecision

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Sep 30, 2017

The people of Israel are standing between two altars during the time of Elijah. We are also facing the same choices today. Different forms but the same spirit. Like the Jews, are you still stuck in the middle?

STUCK BETWEEN TWO ALTARS The Problem of Indecision 1Kings 18:20-40 The people of Israel are standing between two altars during the time of Elijah. We are also facing the same choices today. Different forms but the same spirit. Like the Jews, are you still stuck in the middle? THERE ARE TWO ALTARS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Caleb Spirit Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 25, 2012

“But my servant Caleb, because he had another spirit with him, and hath followed me fully, him will I bring into the land whereinto he went; and his seed shall possess it”. Do you have a caleb spirit.

“A Caleb Spirit” “Nothing but the DOG in me” By Pastor M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Numbers 13:25-33, 14:21-24 “And they returned from searching of the land after forty days. And they went and came to Moses, and to Aaron, and to all the congregation of the children of Israel, ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:24

Denomination: Apostolic

Choosing To Obey

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 14, 2014

This message focuses on the importance of obedience.

Choosing To Obey Scriptures: I Samuel 15:22-23; Acts 20:25-31 Introduction: In my previous messages the last two weeks I have shared some thoughts with you pertaining to the situations that are occurring across our nation as a results of grand juries choosing not to indict officers for the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:25-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational