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Introduction To Grace Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on May 1, 2008

There is a huge difference between receiving grace and embracing it.

EMBRACING GRACE – Part One – Introduction to Grace Introduction This morning I am beginning a sermon series entitled Embracing Grace. I have given it that title because most of us in this room have a mental comprehension of what grace is. We understand we would be nothing without grace. But ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Paralysis Of Fear

Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 16, 2011

Many Christians are harangued by Satan’s exaggerated lies and it produces fear and worry whereas trusting in the victorious God gives courage to act.

The Paralysis of Fear* Psalm 91 and Rev. 12:7-12 (Responsive reading From Psalm 91 provided at the end of the sermon) Sermon Objective: Many Christians are harangued by Satan’s exaggerated lies and it produces fear and worry whereas trusting in the victorious God gives courage to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-12

Denomination: Nazarene

The Wrath Of God

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 10, 2013

The wrath of God is too hot to handle. This text shows heat from the wrath of God toward mankind. 1- God’s wrath is revealed from heaven 2- God’s wrath is reserved for the ungodly 3- God’s wrath is restrained from the godly

INTRO.- ILL.- On one occasion Col. Robert G. Ingersoll, the agnostic lecturer of the last century, was announced to give a lecture on hell. He declared he would prove conclusively that hell was a wild dream of some scheming theologians who invented it to terrify people. As he was launching into ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Did Jesus Have To Die? Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 12, 2013

Reconciliation. It’s what Easter is all about. In our Scripture passage today, Paul explains the true meaning of Christ’s life and death in no uncertain terms: “All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself; that is, in Christ, God was

Why did Jesus Have to Die? 2 Corinthians 5:18-21 For the past five weeks, we’ve been looking at the story of the Passion or Jesus’ road to the cross. We’ve looked at different people Jesus encountered on the way to the cross, how they contributed to his death and the lessons we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21

Denomination: Methodist

Twenty-One Reasons Not To Sin (Pt. 4) Series

Contributed by John Butler on Jul 14, 2009

The fourth sermon in a series dealing with some of the pitfalls of sin.

21 Reasons Not To Sin (Pt. 4)... I. A Lasting Conviction... Praise the Lord!!! How many have been waiting all week to get back into this study? I don’t know about you, but I’ve really been enjoying this series. It’s been a help to me in my walk with Jesus, And I know that it’s been a help ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4

To Forgive Is Divine

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 19, 2009

Pride and dishonesty are the main obstacles to forgiveness. But you will never be free if you refuse to forgive. You really don’t have a choice.

“To Forgive is Divine” (Matthew 18:21-35) Pastor Sean Harder April 26, 2009 As we look at Scripture today, the themes of humility and honesty are at the forefront of the first half of Matthew 18, and forgiveness in the second half appears to be a product of these virtues. Therefore pride and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Blindness & Light

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Aug 6, 2012

Who is blind and has sight in the story of Jesus healing the blind man?

A recent article reported, “The blind will be able to see the light with a new bionic eye implant which is said to be available within 2 years. The development of the bionic eye will at last restore blind people’s sight. The prototype high tech implant will be fitted to approx 50 to ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

The Proof Of Easter

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 30, 2015

In a time when many deny the existence of Jesus and the fact He arose, we offer the biblical story and compare it to some of the worldly explanations about Jesus and the tomb, using the truth found in facts.

There are many thoughts as to what actually happened on that first Easter so many years ago, or what it actually means to us today. That is what we will address today. So, if you would, please open your Bibles to LUKE 24. We will begin there, but first . . . What do you think a good sermon ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: *other

Redemption In Ruth

Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Aug 22, 2014

Sometimes God is working when we cannot see. Ruth is the best example of this. This is best done in 3 separate sermons and not attempted to be done in one setting. I will provide a break down into a 3 sermon series soon.

Have you every felt alone? Felt like no one cares? Felt like there was just no hope? Maybe things are going so bad that it feels like even God doesn’t care. You’ve prayed and prayed and even cried out “GOD PLEASE HELP ME??? ARE YOU EVEN LISTENING?!?!?!?” I have been ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross - The Answer To Guilt Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 20, 2015

We need to bring our guilt to the Cross, because: The Cross is the only place that we can be forgiven; The Cross is where we experience God’s love; The Cross is where we know God’s victory over our sin.

Sermon by Rev George Hemmings Tonight, after all the church events are over, after the boys have gone to bed, you’ll find me flopping down on the couch. There I’ll indulge in at least three of the top five guilty pleasures. I’ll have some chocolate treat on the coffee table, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-26

Denomination: Anglican

Looking Deeply, Letting Go Completely Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Mar 5, 2013

This is an exploration of sin and guilt and the freedom we can have in Christ.

I did some searching on the internet, and it appears that nobody wants to feel guilty. Not so much evidence of people not wanting to do bad things, but nobody wants to feel guilty. The term “guilt-free” is now a major marketing tool: I came across all sorts of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Messenger On Patmos Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 17, 2016

The analysis of Christ's messenger on Patmos as set forth in Revelation 1:9-11 shows us how he received the message.

Scripture At the end of August, I started a series of messages that I have titled, “Christ’s Message to the Seven Churches.” It is based on the first three chapters of the Book of Revelation. These chapters deal with Christ’s message to seven churches that were located in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What's Love Got To Do With It? (Part Two) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 3, 2016

Last week I asked what love had to do with salvation, my relationship with God, my relationship with others and lastly, I asked what love had to do with my service for God. Today I’ll be focusing on what love has to do with various relationships in life.

WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT? (Part two) Last week I asked what love had to do in some areas of our lives. First was salvation. Sending Jesus was how God showed his love for us. He was willing to let go of his Son and watch him get abused and mistreated and die-physically and spiritually-so ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Romans: A Life-Changing Letter Series

Contributed by Tony Thomas on Sep 10, 2017

This message is an overview of the book of Romans and part of a 2-year study of the Bible.

Romans: A Life-Changing Letter by, Tony Thomas Sr. Minister, Woodland Heights Christian Church, Crawfordsville, IN No. 45 in a series called, Route 66, a Road Trip Through the Bible What’s the most important letter you’ve ever read? A baby announcement? A college acceptance letter? Maybe ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:14-16, Romans 3:9-10, Romans 1:24-28, Romans 6:6-11, Romans 9:2-5, Romans 12:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Act, Two Attitudes! Genesis 4 Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on May 31, 2015

Worship God accepts.

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Introduction: It was the days after the fall. Sin had entered God’s perfect ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God