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The Power Of Confessing Sins

Contributed by Susan Mende on Jul 9, 2018

We don’t take responsibility for the mistakes that we make, but we learn to justify our mistakes by blaming something or someone else. But there is power in confessing our sins!

Icebreaker: A teacher asks a little boy as to why he was late to school. He replies that his mother served the breakfast late. When his mother was asked, she replied that the milkman delivered the milk late. The milkman, in turn, replied that the cow didn’t give milk on time. But the cow blamed the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Conversation With God Series

Contributed by David Nolte on Aug 3, 2018

Habakkuk wonders why God is slow in answering his prayers and why He delays in punishing Judah's evil. He is surprised that God will use the even more wicked Chaldeans as His rod of punishment.

Otab so“A Conversation With God!” Habakkuk 1-3 David P. Nolte Please turn in your Bible to the book of Habakkuk. Habakkuk was one of the Minor Prophets of which there were 12 in number. They not called Minor because they’re under 21. They’re not called Minor because they’re ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-17, Habakkuk 2:1-20, Habakkuk 3:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beauty Marks Luke 9

Contributed by Charles Scott on Aug 7, 2018

Modern advertisers proclaims cosmetics, surgical treatments, diets, exercises, pharmaceuticals and equipment will make one beautiful. The apostles and prophets in their writings and Jesus' brief sayings shows the way to the ultimate beauty mark.

The Transfiguration of Christ 2018 Beauty Marks Luke 9 Transfiguration Day Prayer O GOD, who on the mount didst reveal to chosen witnesses thine only-begotten Son wonderfully transfigured, in raiment white and glistering; Mercifully grant that we, being delivered from the disquietude of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-62

Denomination: Anglican

Where's Lazerus

Contributed by John Gullick on Aug 12, 2018

A sermon about the poor man at the gate of the rich man.

Where’s Lazerus???????????? Luke 16:19 Where's Wally? is a British series of children's puzzle books created by English illustrator Martin Handford. The books consist of a series of detailed double-page spread illustrations depicting dozens or more people doing a variety of amusing things at a ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

In Christ, I Am...chosen For God's Glory Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 17, 2018

Who are we? In Christ, we are CHOSEN FOR GOD'S GLORY. That makes us glorious, and gives meaning and purpose in our lives.

IN CHRIST, I AM…CHOSEN FOR GOD’S GLORY—Ephesians 1:1-14 (Series on Ephesians: In Christ, I Am…) Did you hear about the woman in Iceland who spent half the night trying to find herself—literally? Her tour bus had stopped in the volcanic Eldgja region of Iceland, and she went into a rest area to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Colossians As A Case In Point Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 26, 2018

It was while you and I were in rebellion against Him, while we were doing wicked works, that He reconciled us to Himself.

7/4/18 Tom Lowe Title: IIB6?The Colossians as a Case in Point ?Colossians 1:21-23 • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” follow associated verses. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Colossians 1:21-23 (NIV) (Text) 1:21-23: (21) Once you were alienated from God and were enemies ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas Story Through The Eyes Of Joseph Series

Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on Dec 7, 2017

A Candlelight service told mostly through the eyes of Joseph

Christmas Eve Candlelight service Saturday, December 24, 2016 The following narrative is based on scriptures from Matthew 1 and Luke 1 & 2 and from On this Holy Night by Max Lucado. I did this as a first person monologue and my daughter helped me out by playing Mary. Please feel free to use ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Friends

"All I Want For Christmas Is…”

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 7, 2017

As kids all we wanted was our two front teeth! But as grown ups, we've reached a better understanding of the meaning of Christmas and of life. Now love, good health, happiness, forgiveness, and Jesus would be what we want.

“ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS…” Lk. 2:6-14 INTRODUCTION A. CHRISTMAS QUIZ See how well we know the facts about the first Christmas: 1. When Mary and Joseph went to Bethlehem, how did they get there? a. They walked b. Joseph walked; Mary rode a donkey c. They took a chariot d. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church Of The Open Door - Philadelphia Series

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Dec 19, 2017

Philadelphia always stayed faithful to the Christian faith until the end of its history, a powerful testament to the nature of a church for which Jesus had no admonition nor condemnation. God grant that we, too, may have that faithfulness to the end.

THE CHURCH OF THE OPEN DOOR READING Rev 3:7-12 1. HISTORY OF PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia/Alesehir is located approximately 80 miles east of Smyrna/Izmir and 26 miles southwest of Sardis. It stands on the Cogamis River, a tributary of the Hermus river. Philadelphia always stayed faithful to the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Approaching God With Freedom And Confidence

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 21, 2018

How do we come to God? How do we approach Him with liberty and confidence? It starts with know God, knowing His nature and responding to His good gift of the Holy Spirit.

January 21, 2018 Sermon - Approaching God with Freedom and Confidence These are sermon notes, numbered and expanded upon during the message INTRO ILLUSTRATION 001 Start by holding guitar; it’s out of tune. Play out of tune chord. Do you ever feel like your life is out of tune? Maybe you’re out ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:7-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Divine Grace For The Soul

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 23, 2018

Salt without prescribing how much is what king Cyrus offered the children of Israel. Knowing the salt or divine grace that God has provided us is the key to driving out coveting within our lives and is also the key to feeling unspeakable joy!

Salt Without Prescribing How Much Ezra 7:22 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Knowing that there is limited amount resources tends to motivate us to seek to obtain and protect not only what we need but also what we think will be the greatest source of joy in our lives. ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:21-22, 1 Peter 1:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Road Less Travelled

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 29, 2018

Traveling Companions, Heaven and Hell, Eternity

FOLLOWING JESUS INTO THE UNKNOWN 2018 - The Road Less Travelled February 4, 2018 Matthew 7:13-14 (p. 679) Introduction: I’m not sure how many funerals I’ve done in 38 years of ministry, but it would be in the hundreds. I’ve done biker’s funerals, golfer’s funerals, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Does The Bible Teach About Sexual Orientation?

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 9, 2018

What is God's answer for the issue of sexual orientation?

Introduction When a baby is born, the first thing usually said is, "It's a boy!" or "It's a girl!" The sex of a child is based on biology-anatomy and chromosomes. But, for some people, their sense of gender does not always match their sex. That mismatch was brought to our attention in 2015 when ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28, Romans 1:26-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Against All Hope

Contributed by David Simpson on Feb 15, 2018

An Easter sermon proclaiming the hope that is found in the resurrected Lord - against all odds!

Easter Sermon – Lanier Christian Church April 16, 2017 David Simpson Against All Hope Romans 4:18-25 Romans 4:18-25 18 Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as it had been said to him, “So shall your offspring be.” 19 Without weakening in his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:18-25

Denomination: Christian Church

81. Revelation 19-20 - Christ's Return In Majesty Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018

At long last, the cry of the martyrs, “How long O Lord?” is answered?

IN GOD'S IMAGE 81 - REVELATION 19-20 - CHRIST'S RETURN IN MAJESTY This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:6-19, Revelation 16:16-17, Revelation 19:20-21, Colossians 2:15, Revelation 12:10, Revelation 20:1-10, Daniel 2:34-35, Revelation 18:21-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church