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Faith-Based Initiative

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Mar 19, 2023

Is God pleased with our work if we run out of money in the middle of it? Is God pleased with our ministry if it doesn't seem to be successful? How can we know if we are investing our time and talents in ways that God will approve of?

I don’t know if the tough decisions our leadership has been wrestling with have trickled all the way down through the congregation yet - though it would surprise me if you haven’t noticed that attendance at worship is down. Well, one of the challenges that goes along with a drop in attendance is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, 1 Samuel 23:7-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Happy Birthday America – Remember The Landmarks!

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Jul 5, 2002

Wise King Solomon composed many short, wise sayings called “proverbs” to help the reader know how to best get along in life. He shares one of these proverbs in Proverbs 22:28 that I think is appropriate that we look at on this “Happy Birthday America!” ce

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: I am deeply grateful to be a citizen of the United States. I consider my United States Citizenship to be one of my most prized possessions. It is a privilege to be an American. I love the 4th of July. The corn is usually “knee-high.” The watermelons are juicy. The ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:28

Was Crucified, Died, And Was Buried Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 5, 2004

This sermon examines the crucifixion, death and burial of Jesus Christ.

Introduction As we continue our series in The Apostles’ Creed I would like to examine today what it means to believe that Jesus was crucified, died, and was buried. Please listen as I recite the Apostles’ Creed: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-66

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Develop An Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Dec 6, 2007

An Attitude of Gratitude doesn’t come automatically, it must be chosen and cultivated.

Develop and Attitude of Gratitude 1 Thessalonians 5:18 A woman was visiting some people who lived on a farm, and she noticed a pig limping in the backyard with a wooden leg. She asked the farmer, "What happened to the pig?" The farmer said, "Oh, Betsy is a wonderful pig. One night the house ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18-24

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Gambler

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 14, 2016

The Powerball Lottery reminds us of 2 types of people; one group who gamble their souls that they can ignore God, and the other who gamble that God is real and will do what He said. Which are you?

THE GAMBLER INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. J.E. Bedenbaugh said, “My grandmother, a staunch Southern Baptist, had marched me off to Sunday school and church regularly. 2. So when I switched to the Episcopal church after marriage, she challenged me: "What’s wrong with the Baptist Church, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:24-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

80. Revelation 13-18 - Two Beasts And The Great Harlot Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018

The Lamb “conquers” by faithfully suffering death for others while the beast inflicts death on others

IN GOD'S IMAGE 80 - REVELATION 13-18 - TWO BEASTS AND THE GREAT HARLOT 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 13:1-18, Revelation 14:9, Revelation 15:1-3, Revelation 17:4, Revelation 17:16, Revelation 18:9-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

"how's Your Hearing?"

Contributed by David Nolte on Jan 28, 2022

The way in which we hear something affects our response to it.

“HOW’S YOUR HEARING? / PSALM 119:33-40 NLT An old man was worried about his wife losing her hearing So he went to an audiologist to ask if he had any suggestions on how to convince his wife to have her ears tested. The audiologist suggested, “Try coming up from behind her about 10 feet away and, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:33-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Glue

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 8, 2009

This message explores the significance of the challenge, in 1 Corinthians 6:17, to unite (or glue) ourselves with the Lord and all that entails.

1 Cor.6:17 2. 1 Cor.6:17 - “He who unites himself with the Lord is one with him in spirit.” a. Unite: GK: Kollao, from root Kolla (glue). i. To glue, cement or fasten together. 3. There are 2 different aspects to this verse. a. 1 The initial and 2 the progressive. b. Example: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Entrepreneurs Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 22, 2013

God wants us to invest his Word; how can we do this?

Spiritual Entrepreneurs (Mark 4:21-34) 1. It is so easy to get wrapped up in our little worlds that we forget we are building an international Kingdom, the Kingdom of God. 2. Look how silly we act: FAIRBANKS, Alaska, July 19 (UPI) -- Police in Alaska said they arrested a man accused of punching ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How God Draws A Sinner Through His Conscience, Mind And Heart To Bring Him Under Conviction.

Contributed by David Goering on Aug 12, 2018

How God appeals to a sinners conscience to convict him, to his mind to convince him, and his heart to draw him to Christ.

SCRIPTURE: John 6:44 "No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him: and I will raise him up at the last day." PROPOSITION: to use this text and others to show how God appeals to a sinners conscience to convict him, to his mind to convince him, and his heart to draw him to ...read more

First Sunday Of Advent, Year A

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 6, 2019

How do you like 2 to 1 odds?

On the First Sunday of Advent, we light the first candle, traditionally called the Candle of Hope to remember to hopefully look for the coming of Christ. The virtue of hope originates from God through the grace of faith. It draws the Christian towards God, providing him or her with hope in God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14, Matthew 24:37-44

Denomination: Catholic

The Judgment Seat Of Christ

Contributed by Larry Cockerham on Jul 1, 2002

The thought of a public examination before the Judgment bar of our Lord should be incentive enough to awaken even the most slumbering saint of God.

The thought of a public examination before the Judgment bar of our Lord should be incentive enough to awaken even the most slumbering saint of God. Yet few, if any, ever give it a second thought. Paul declared, "So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God" (Rom. 14:12). Perhaps ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:10

Denomination: Baptist

Chapters On Crisis Management

Contributed by Dana Chau on Jul 18, 2002

Discover the five stages in managing crisis from the example of Jesus at Gethesame

There was a time when I didn’t do know how to search the Bible for answers and comfort. During those times of crisis, I allowed my emotions to control my perspectives and my decisions. I remember almost ten years ago praying for my Aunt, who entered the hospital. I had been a Christian for three ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-56

Denomination: *other

"Why Bad Things Happen To God's People"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 9, 2002

Painful things have happen since the beginning - but why?

“WHY BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOD’S PEOPLE” By: Dr. Dennis Deese Genesis 4:1-8 Bad things happening to God’s people is not anything new. To the contrary, they have been happening since the very beginning of man’s decision to sin. Next to being separated from God (Genesis 3:24), Adam and Eve, a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8

Getting Into The Game

Contributed by Barry Hidey on Jan 12, 2001

I compared the Baltimore Ravens and Coach Billick plans with Pauls three essentials in Phil 3 - Priority, Plans and Attitude. Preached it before the Raven’s beat Tennessee

Getting Into The Game! Philippians 3:7-16 I have a confession to make; one of the reasons that I was glad about being sent to Bel Air, MD was that I was returning to Baltimore football territory. Grew up with colts, watched Johnny Unitas throw his last touchdown pass at memorial stadium. It was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-16

Denomination: Methodist