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  • Working Well With Others Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 21, 2003
    based on 209 ratings
     | 80,246 views

    At first glance, Nehemiah chapter 3 looks a bit dry. One commentator refers to it as a "colorless memorandum of assignments." It reads much like the book of 1 Chronicles with its long lists of names that are difficult to pronounce, information that seems

    Working Well with Others Have you been watching the Olympics? NBC isn’t very happy with their ratings but it’s been fun to watch the different sports. As the athletes compete, they’re all seeking a medal and the recognition that comes with it. Those who win a gold are held up as heroes. While most ...read more

  • Second Things Second

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 14, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,491 views

    Many people get the first thing first...accepting Christ. Many miss putting the second thing second, giving themselves to the local church.

    July 13, 2003 First they gave themselves to the Lord; and then by God’s will, they gave themselves to us as well. 2 Corinthians 8:5 (GN) On the day of dedication of "Solomon’s Temple," the king erected a brazen platform in the outer court. All the people gathered, as the king ascended the ...read more

  • Giving To Caesar, Giving To God Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Aug 5, 2003
    based on 55 ratings
     | 17,557 views

    We owe our nation our support, but we owe God our wholehearted devotion.

    As you all know, our nation is at war. We’ve been expecting it to come for several weeks, but this week it finally came. And whenever war comes, it comes as a tragedy for all involved. And the dilemma for me as a pastor is what to preach about today. I’m sure many pastors will be interrupting ...read more

  • R.s.v.p.

    Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 9, 2002
    based on 604 ratings
     | 64,936 views

    An invitation has been extended and a response is required.

    Introduction: It’s fascinating to me how after only a few years of being married, a couple can sometimes communicate with a very small number of words. Husbands, if you will, imagine this scene with me. You’ve been invited to a party, and after spending the day working out in the yard, you dash ...read more

  • Relatively True

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Dec 10, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
     | 3,422 views

    We believe things because they are true - they are not true because we believe them.

    Relatively True TCF Sermon November 17, 2002 Open with the illustration below using jar of M&Ms and favorite food choices (NOTE: adapt this and do it with your own examples among the congregation - it’s an effective "grabber") A pastor named Stephey Belynskyj, starts each confirmation class ...read more

  • Protection From God

    Contributed by Rev. K. Michael Bryant on Dec 13, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 20,132 views

    Lessons of God’s Protection for us as seen through Psalms 121: 1-8.

    God’s Protection Psalms 121:1-8 Musicians play “The Giving Song” Let me first pause and thank our Pastor. Let us pray: Father, coming as humbly as we know how…I have heard your voice speaking to me and Lord I ask that you grant me utterance now to speak your word. Create in your children ...read more

  • Fact Or Fiction?

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 23, 2003
    based on 68 ratings
     | 5,608 views

    We are confronted with both facts and fiction in life.

    INTRO.- ILL.- Fact or fiction? · "I just got a hot tip from an inside source that this will go through the roof." · "The word on the street is that this deal is ready to take off." · "There is no way you can lose money. Your return is guaranteed!" · "Everyone is getting in on this." · "You ...read more

  • While The Cat Is Away... Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Sep 26, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 7,323 views

    Understanding the reason to live whole-heartedly for Christ everyday is the main thrust of this message.

    Nehemiah When the Cat is Away… Nehemiah 13 September 28, 2003 Intro: A. [Illustration] Many of us can remember when we were in grade school how whenever the teacher had to leave the classroom for some reason, she would always tell the class to, “Be quiet and study!” However we also remember that ...read more

  • Giving That Prompts Greatness

    Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 22, 2001
    based on 355 ratings
     | 38,984 views

    The outline is origional the il;ustrations and statistics were compiled mainly from sermon central contributers.

    Giving That Prompts Greatness Eric A. Snyder, Minister Farwell Church of Christ October 21, 2001 A wealthy older gentleman had just recently married a lovely young lady, and was beginning to wonder whether she might have married him for his money. So he asked her, "Tell me the truth: if I lost ...read more

  • The Supremacy Of Christ Is Demonstrated In Our Christian Fellowship

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Nov 1, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 2,487 views

    This sermon illustrates what the world should see in the fellowship of Christians.

    The Supremacy of Christ is Demonstrated in Our Christian Fellowship Colossians 3:12-17 November 4, 2001 Intro: A. [Experiences of Mediocrity, Bob Russell, When God Builds a Church, Howard Publishing Co, 2000, pp 110-11] The experience for a first-time visitor in many … churches goes something ...read more

  • The First Five Minutes After Death

    Contributed by Ross Mitchell on Nov 26, 2002
    based on 90 ratings
     | 17,963 views

    A lesson designed to motivate people to give their lives to Jesus

    The First Five Minutes After Death Introduction A. Example - A group of old men was sitting around talking about death. Each one had an idea on the perfect way to die. A seventy-year-old man said, “I want a quick and exciting death—like in an airplane crash.” An eighty-year-old man who had once ...read more

  • Are You Listening

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 2, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,383 views

    Is your life running so fast that you cannot hear God? His angels appeared to announce the birth of Christ but who was "listening?"

    Are You Listening? The Christmas Season is closing in. We have do lists, shopping lists, and invitations to parties, as well as church and school Christmas presentations. It seems that when we need the most to slow down to appreciate the season, we are too busy to do so. In fact, I sometimes ...read more

  • Extreme Makeover: Thick Skin Series

    Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006
     | 4,131 views

    The changes God wants to see in us.

    Extreme Makeover: Thick Skin Sunday, April 2nd, 2006 I was in Ethan’s room the other night after he had already fallen asleep. I looked at the outline of his body underneath the covers and it was hard to believe how far down those little legs went. I remember spending Sunday afternoons watching ...read more

  • Spare The Rod; Spoil The Child Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 11, 2006
    based on 13 ratings
     | 21,547 views

    When it comes to discipline, it’s easier to let things slide. No parent wants more stress, and spanking a child raises the stress level. You will do yourself and your child a great favor by lovingly applying the rod of correction when it is needed.

    INTRODUCTION This is the second message in a series called, “No, that’s NOT in the Bible!” There is an alarming amount of biblical ignorance in our churches today. For fun, let’s take a quick Bible Knowledge Test. Here are twelve familiar phrases, put a check mark beside the ones you think are ...read more

  • Defining Moments In The Life Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Patrick Mead on Feb 20, 2006
    based on 27 ratings
     | 13,475 views

    Defining Moments in the Life of Faith

    Defining Moments in the Life of Faith Genesis 22:1-19 Introduction One of my favorite books that sits on my shelf is 101 Hymn Stories by Kenneth W. Osbeck. In this book Osbeck gives the inspiring stories behind many of the hymns that we know and cherish. What strikes me about many of the ...read more