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Clean Sweep: The Sort Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 18, 2005

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Closet Christianity".

Series: Closet Christianity [#3] CLEAN SWEEP: THE SORT 1 Samuel 17 Introduction: Joshua and the Israelites had to deal with the sin of Achan. God exposed what was going on so that the people could again be victorious. Last week we started our clean sweep by taking everything out of our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-46, Isaiah 1:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Memorial

Contributed by Matthew Bullen on Jun 6, 2005

Talking about the memorials that will remind us of what God has done for us.

Who knows what this Monday is? This Monday is a very special day for many people in this country; I can remember only really knowing it was a National Holiday because I got off of school. And you all know that is the real way that we keep our school schedule. I use to go through the year from days ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Casting Stones

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Nov 30, 2009

Children learn that no one is worthy to cast stones at others.

November 8, 2009 Prior to Service: • Supply “nerf” balls, sponges, or similar soft objects that will not hurt person being hit with object • Set up boundary for children’s activity (boundary should be small enough that children can easily throw object into the area.) Lesson Illustration: “Casting ...read more

Scripture: John 8:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Avoid The Near Occasions Of Sin

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 26, 2026

David and those around him learned the hard way about avoiding the near occasions of sin.

Friday of the Third Week Integral 2026 Last Sunday we heard the words of Jesus commanding all to “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” We know Jesus was telling the truth, because He is divine, and wherever Jesus is must be called “the kingdom of heaven.” We believe that He rules in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-10, 2 Samuel 11:13-17, Psalm 51:3-11, Mark 4:26-34, 1 Samuel 13:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Woe, Woe, Woe - Part 1 Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009

3 pitfalls the Pharisees fell into and which we can fall into also.

“Woe, Woe, Woe - Luke 11:37-55” Gladstone Baptist Church – 5/11/06 am S1 - Not everyone with Bad eyes are outside the church. Jesus turned his attention to the Pharisees in the crowd and expressed regret at their blindness and inappropriate action. (Review of last week, Vs 37-41) OOPS Last ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-55

Denomination: Baptist

A Word Of Encouragement

Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 16, 2006

We are to comfort, encourage, give courage to others.

A Word of Encouragement Foundational Text: Romans 15:2 Let every one of us please his neighbour for his good to edification. This morning I would like to begin by giving you some famous quotes concerning giving an encouraging word. I believe it will help to set the tone, or purpose of this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Session 9 "From Burning To Building” Series

Contributed by Rik Wadge on Dec 18, 2006

Week 9 of 13

Seismic Shifts Session 9 “From Burning to Building” RBW (inspired from “seismic shifts” book) + Domino intro + Intro Bowlingual video clip I’m probably barking up the wrong tree today, but what do you communicate? Today we’re asked to make a shift in how we communicate. From burning to building. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29

Denomination: Bible Church

Pleasing God

Contributed by Dylan Potter on Jul 18, 2003

The duty and privilege of all believers is to please God.

Pleasing God I am not sure when or how the idea got started, but somewhere along the line some of us have accepted the idea that serving God is primarily about denying ourselves of pleasure…..in order to follow rules. I believe that the Bible teaches that Christianity is not about following a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

We Cannot Please God With Hipocrosy

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Oct 23, 2013

God honors the prayer that crys out to him for mercy. It does not have to be a lengthy prayer but when it is from our heart it will reach his.

I’m sure many of you are familiar with the nursery rhyme that goes like this “Little Jack Horner, sat in a corner, eating his Christmas pie, he put in his thumb and pulled out a plum and said ……(wait for congregation to answer) what a good boy am I”. Before anyone ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:9-14

Denomination: Anglican

The Unanswerable Question

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 20, 2013

Not can God build a rock he can't pick up--- but What does it PROFIT a man. Uses a very Kool illustration of profit.

THE UN-ANSWERABLE QUESTION MARK8:36 ((6631 Tan)) Napoleon's Impossible Story Napoleon often told this story: Once, while visiting a province he came on an old soldier with one arm severed, dressed in full uniform. On his uniform and proud fighter displayed the coveted Legion of Honor. "Where did ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:36

Denomination: Baptist

Touched

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Oct 30, 2009

There is something special about the heart of Jesus that touches each person that comes to Him.

Touched Prairie Baptist Church – 11/1/09 A.M. Service Text: Mark 1:40-44 Key verse: Mark 1:41 - Then Jesus, moved with compassion, stretched out His hand and touched him, and said to him, “I am willing; be cleansed.” Premise: There is something special about the heart of Jesus that touches ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-44

Denomination: Baptist

God Wants Doers (Action)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 1, 2007

A call to listen to the Word, accept the Word, followed by a call to DO the word.

God Wants Doers Listen The story is told of Franklin Roosevelt, who often endured long receiving lines at the White House. He complained that no one really paid any attention to what was said. One day, during a reception, he decided to try an experiment. To each person who passed down the line ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Identity Theft - A Case Of Stolen Identity

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 20, 2008

Every 79 seconds, a case of identity theft is reported in America. This message encourages the believer to know who they are in Christ Jesus - and not allow the thief come to steal that identity.

I. Twins – But Not the Same a. Text: Genesis 25:21-28 “[21] Now Isaac pleaded with the Lord for his wife, because she was barren; and the Lord granted his plea, and Rebekah his wife conceived. [22] But the children struggled together within her; and she said, ‘If all is well, why am I this way?’ So ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:21-28

Making A Difference In Our Generation

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 22, 2013

How can we make a difference in our generation? 1. Focus on family (vs. 1). 2. Go forward in God's grace (vs. 1-6). 3. Pursue our purpose in God's plan (vs. 15-16). 4. Trust God to work today (vs. 17).

Making a Difference in Our Generation Matthew 1:1-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 5, 2012 *In these verses God tells us about the generations from Abraham to Christ. But do these verses say anything about our generation? The answer is yes. In these verses we can see how to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Lamb Of God Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 9, 2014

Jesus came to make spiritually healthy.

The Lamb of God Text: John 1:29-34 Introduction 1. Illustration: Dr. H.A. Ironside once shared a story that was the clearest illustration of the Gospel I have ever heard. He said that he was visiting in South Texas and had the opportunity to visit a sheep ranch. While he was there, he spotted ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Methodist