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A Second Chance Series

Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Nov 30, 2004

This fourth sermon in this series is about how God choses to use us inspite of our failures.

MOSES: FROM DOUBT TO DELIVERANCE A SECOND CHANCE Sunday October 6, 2002 Scripture Reference: Exodus 3:1-10 Intro. A. God Prefers Failures. 1. Did you know that? That God prefers failures? I know that it sounds strange and it goes against everything our society teaches us but it is true ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

Getting Your 2nd Wind - Which Way Will You Run? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 11, 2005

The demoniac RAN to Jesus... but could he worship Him? Could a man so defiled and controled by demonic possession truly worship?

OPEN: In our office file cabinet there is a chunk of cement. It’s not very large. It’s painted on one side with what appears to be approximately 3 or 4 colors of spray paint. For all intents and purposes it looks like a piece of rubble. And that’s what it is – it is rubble from what was once the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Difference Does It Make? Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Nov 25, 2008

Following that most excellent hymn of Christ’s incaranation, we have to ask ourselves "what difference does it make?" How does Christ becoming a servant of all change our lives?

WHAT DIFFERENCE DOES IT MAKE? What difference does it make? This is the cry of apathy and indifference. These are the words of those who have faded in their faith and find it difficult to go on. That’s one way of looking at it. What difference does it make? This question can also be asked of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Mennonite

A Godly Stabilizer

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jun 23, 2008

In this sermon you will see how a person can be a stabilizer at church, at work, and through-out the world, for God.

Today we honor our senior adults. If I were to pick one word that describes senior adults it would be the word stable. Senior adults give stability to our church, our community, and our country. They are effective stabilizers. Do you know the definition of a stabilizer? The dictionary defines a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 5:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Underestanding Anger Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 12, 2018

30th in a series on Ephesians dealing with the issue of anger.

Understanding Anger” Ephesians 4:26-27 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 1. Speak truth not falsehood 4:25 2. Be angry without sinning ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Genesis 41

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 17, 2022

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Wesley’s Explanatory Notes / www.biblemaster.com / Chapter Overview (interspersed throughout) Two things providence is here bringing about. 1. The advancement of Joseph. 2. The maintenance of Jacob and his family in a time of famine; for the eyes of the Lord run to and fro through the earth, ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

When Death Meets Life

Contributed by Dale Miller on Jan 8, 2005

Jesus raisestthe widows son.

MUB 1-09-05 LUKE 7;11-17 AT LAST COUNT, THE DEATH TOLL FROM THE TSUNAMI IS GOING TO BE OVER 150,000 PEOPLE. THEY ARE SAYING THAT WITHOUT PROPER MEDICAL CARE, THE NUMBER MAY WELL DOUBLE. THE SADDEST PICTURES COMING FROM THAT AREA ARE THE CHILDREN, EITHER THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN ORPHANED OR THOSE WHO ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Two Sons Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 24, 2005

Two kinds of people are represented in the story, a bad attitude can spoil a good act, but God always honors repentance.

The Two Sons Matt. 21:28-32 INTRO.: Jesus was facing the cross. This story was told on Monday before He died on Friday. Huge crowds had hailed Him as He entered Jerusalem the day before. He cast the merchants out of the temple and healed blind and lame sufferers. Then He retreated to Bethany and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christian Conduct

Contributed by Robert Steinbrook on Sep 25, 2005

This sermon is based upon 4 principles of Christian Conduct found in the text.

CHRISTIAN CONDUCT by Robert Steinbrook Read Passage: Romans 12:9-14 KJV Text: verses 10-11 Intro: 1. Story of Bible College trying to teach manners and proper conduct. My first few dinners I was too nervous to eat; later was comfortable with proper conduct. 2. New Christians can experience the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-14

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus-The Preacher Series

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Feb 18, 2007

What made Jesus a good Preacher?

MARK 1:9-20 JESUS-THE PREACHER I. PERSON:* Mark 1:9-11 A. Patrimony. B. Processing. C. Proving. II. PREACHING:** ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-20

Denomination: Methodist

God's Family

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Oct 21, 2006

God is building a permanent family. God offers you a family of friends and friends who are family. THE CHURCH.

God’s Family Ephesians 3:14-15 Gary Klahr and Steve Barbin act like brothers. The two Fairfield, Connecticut, residents look alike, finish each other’s sentences, and speak with the same inflections. Gary served as Steve’s best man. Steve was there for Gary through his father’s death. The two ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Will You Leave The Fire (Service)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007

A sermon that focuses on the big question... will you step out to serve?

“Will you leave the fire?” Text: Psalm 16 Protect me, O God, for in you I take refuge. I say to the Lord, “You are my Lord; I have no good apart from you.” As for the holy ones in the land, they are the noble, in whom is all my delight. Those who choose another god multiply their sorrows; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living A Life Worthy Of The Gospel Of Chris Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014

Philippians - Manual of Joy Living a Life Worthy of the Gospel of Christ

Philippians - Manual of Joy Living a Life Worthy of the Gospel of Christ Philipians 1:27-2:1-4 David Taylor Paul is concerned about unity because it is a blemish to the glory of God and hinders the mission of God. Most, if not all of us at, have had grievances with the church. Some of us even ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Think Ye Of Jesus Christ?

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Feb 12, 2013

What do you think of our Lord?

WHAT THINK YE OF JESUS CHRIST? Matthew 22:41 While the Pharisees were gathered together, Jesus asked them, 22:42 Saying, What think ye of Christ? whose son is he? They say unto him, The son of David. The best way to find out the truth is to ask a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:42

Denomination: Baptist

Loyalty (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 13, 2010

Being a follower of Jesus can give people a strong sense of their own identity. Indeed you could even say that to belong to Christ, to be "in Christ", to be a member of his body, is the only identity we need.

Opening illustration: Any person working in the US Marine Corps lives with a motto “Always Faithful.” He is to remain faithful to the US Army – even unto death for the cause of his country. What he doesn’t have to do? • Take orders from enemy leadership • Never quit partway through the military ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational