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False Prophets

Contributed by Einar Kristoffersen on Sep 8, 2008

Wolfs in sheep clothing

FALSE PROPHETS Matthew 7:15-20 15 "Beware of the false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly are ravenous wolves. 16 "You will know them by their fruits. Grapes are not gathered from thorn bushes nor figs from thistles, are they? 17 "So every good tree bears good fruit, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Asleep At The Wheel

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Oct 11, 2008

We tend to get tired and make poor decisions. We can go to bed at night not having to worry because God is standing guard.

-Recently we heard the story about Robert Sanchez who was text messaging some 22 seconds before his California commuter train slammed into a Union Pacific freight train, killing 25 people and injuring over 130 more -The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that 100,00 crashes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

“when Prayers Go Unanswered”

Contributed by Mark Roper on Jan 9, 2010

No matter how difficult our lives may be, God has not left us alone. Often, when things are difficult and God seems silent, it is our cue to come away from life’s distractions so that we can synchronize ourselves with God again.

“When Prayers Go Unanswered” Habakkuk 1:2 NIV 2 How long, O Lord, must I call for help, but you do not listen? At times it may seem that God has hides His face from us, when we don’t receive an immediate answer to our prayers. We pray, we pour our hearts out to God, we ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:2

Denomination: Church Of God

When The Warnings Have Been Ignored Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 6, 2009

We can make it through the storms if we’ll turn to God and pay attention to the new course He sets.

SAILING THROUGH THE STORMS Part 3 When the Warnings Have Been Ignored Acts 27 & 28 March 29, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee Clip of “Bruce Almighty” Bruce is “looking for a sign” and asks for one from God. When a truck full of signs pulls out in front of him, he swerves to miss it. What causes us ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Is It Well?

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Jun 18, 2009

Is your faith strong enough to say that all is well?

Intro. Our passage today has five main characters. 1. The Preacher, Elisha. 2. His servant, Gehazi, the man of God in training. 3. A woman, wife and mother. 4. Her husband 5. Her son, her reward Some historians believe this boy was the prophet Iddo. Not sure. She comes running to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-26

Denomination: Baptist

Teflon Christians Series

Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Dec 28, 2006

Christians are different from the world and it should not surprise them to be teated different by the world. We need to learn to let those things slide off of us.

1 Peter 2:11-12 Teflon Christians Introduction: History of Teflon® (Taken from Dupont’s Web site) It all began April 6, 1938, at a Laboratory in New Jersey. Dr. Roy J. Plunkett was working with gases related to Freon® refrigerants. Upon ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Getting To Know Him Part 2 Series

Contributed by James White on Mar 5, 2007

Your vision determines your victory. We pray and serve God according to how clearly we see Him.

Getting To Know Him Part 2 Matt 7:22-23 22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? 23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Way Of Escape

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 25, 2007

There is at least one thing that is common to every human being who has lived regardless of race, age, or culture: temptation.

A Way of Escape I Corinthians 10:12–14 There is at least one thing that is common to every human being who has lived regardless of race, age, or culture: temptation. Unfortunately, victory over temptation is far less universal. There is a key to unlocking the secret of victory—a key called the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12-14

Denomination: Church Of God

"He's Still Waiting At The Well"

Contributed by Bill Burress on Nov 1, 2010

Just like the Samaritan woman we are given second chances through Jesus. Jesus knew the woman was going to be at Jacob's well and He waited on her so He could teach her and give her the opportunity to live a Godly life.

“He’s Still Waiting At The Well” Joke: There was football team who never won a game so one day before practice the coach decided to have a talk with them. He told them, "Men our ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cooped Up, But Coping

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jan 24, 2011

Noah and family were cooped up in the ark for more than 1 year. During the long cold winter months of being cooped up, domestic violence rises. How can couples and families cope when all cooped up?

I. THINK ABOUT LIFE ON THE ARK A. Not Just 40 Days/Nights – But Over 1 Year – With At Least 7 Other People 1. Cooped Up – real miracle isn’t just that the lions didn’t eat the goats but that the people didn’t kill each other 2. This was not Carnival Cruise ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Freedom Of Praise

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 30, 2008

There is power in praise.1. praise brings peace 2. praise brings worship 3. everything that has breath should praise.

THE FREEDOM OF PRAISE PSALM 150:1-6 QUESTION- WHEN WS THE LAST TIME YOU SAW THE GLORY OF GOD IN SUCH A WAY THAT PEOPLE WERE SIMPLY UNABLE TO PROCEED WITH THE BUSINESS OF DOING CHURCH STUFF? THE LAST TIME GOD TOOK OVER A SERVICE? I AM HUNGRY ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

A Life Of True Thanksgiving

Contributed by Randall Bates on Nov 26, 2006

A Thanksgiving message pertaining to God’s desire for us to worship in spirit and in truth. Easily adaptable to non-holiday Sundays.

Some information taken from The Gospel of John by Arthur Pink When we come into this season, we begin to think a bit more about giving thanks. The season sort of dictates it. It is a day when our ancestors gathered around & gave thanks to God for all the blessings & bounty they received during ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

God Has A Vision For You

Contributed by Dan Myer on Jan 29, 2008

It is impossible to overcome our past and press forward without a clear vision from God of our future.

“God has a Vision for You” It is impossible to overcome our past and press forward without a clear vision from God of our future. Text: Proverbs 29:18 - (KJV) “Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.” Proverbs 29:18 - (the message) “If ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Possessor Of Life Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Oct 18, 2011

In this brief study we will take a walk through the book of Acts highlighting some of the more significant verses and ideas presented by Luke. I have drawn some material from "Act Normal" by Scott Wilson.

Acts Pt3- Possessor of Life Last weeks Challenge -continue- read Acts- turn a verse into a prayer for yourself/church- share verse prayed. Review/Recap Looked at- miracle of Pentecost/birth of- early church. The church had a strong sense of fellowship/unity. The HS unifies people around the ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Cycle Of Dissafection Series

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Mar 21, 2011

Families can get real help.

1Pe 5:6 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: 1Pe 5:7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. 1Pe 5:8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-8

Denomination: Pentecostal