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Homosexuality & The Gospel

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 1, 2001

based on 358 ratings

| 23,500 views

This sermon deals with the basis for rejecting homosexuality as a lifestyle acceptable within the Scriptures.

Jesus is our model for the acceptance of other people. Jesus invited people from all walks of life to come follow him. He loved and he welcomed many. Yet Jesus’s words and demands offended a lot more than they attracted, because Jesus would not tolerate sin. He gave a stinging rebuke ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:17-23, Matthew 7:15-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith Vs. Religion

Contributed by Rob Westlund on May 15, 2003

based on 107 ratings

| 9,790 views

Faith sees Jesus and all that Jesus is. Religion sees what is comfortable and common

In Wyoming’s Fitzpatrick Wilderness at 11400 feet above sea level is the pristine shore of a nameless lake. This is where we join Mike Turner, a Presbyterian minister completing his sabbatical leave with a solo adventure with God. This adventure Mike called a “Wander in Wonder” was a 60 mile hike ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-60

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pearl Of Great Price Series

Contributed by Eric Carey-Holt on Feb 12, 2003

based on 54 ratings

| 27,298 views

IS THIS FOR YOU He had it all, at least on the surface. He had good business, a fine family, status in the community, he had everything it would appear, but not quite enough. Some men craved after gold or silver or jewels not this man those things were a

PEARL OF GREAT PRICE—Matt 13:45-46 TEXT "Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. 46 When he found one of great value, he went away and sold everything he had and bought it. INTRODUCTION In The Parable Of The Hidden Treasure, I suggested that Jesus was depicting the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:45-46, Acts 8:26-38

Denomination: Methodist

Trip Tips

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Dec 24, 2003

based on 100 ratings

| 6,012 views

Suggestions regarding what to take with you on your journey into the new year to make it as enjoyable as possible.

¡°Trip Tips¡± Matt 6:25-34 25 "Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more important than food, and the body more important than clothes? 26 Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Wesleyan

Loving One Another Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 16, 2004

based on 44 ratings

| 6,845 views

Love requires some responsibility

INTRODUCTION • Last week we looked at how important it is for all of us to find some area of service in the church. We looked at how important it is for all of us to work together in accomplishing the work that God has commissioned us with. • Today we are going to take things a step deeper. We ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He's Coming

Contributed by David Richardson on Jan 23, 2004

based on 29 ratings

| 3,722 views

Applying God’s example of ’getting Lot out of Sodom and Gommorah’ to our lives today.

I. Introduction God is waiting for you!! For those that are not Christians, His outstretched hand of salvation has been extended for some time. And, it will continue to be extended until you either accept Him or reject Him, or, Jesus returns. For those that are Christians, His outstretched hand ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Barnabas: Being A Better Buddy

Contributed by Guy Caley on Nov 3, 2002

based on 271 ratings

| 45,864 views

This sermon was used for friends Sunday, we asked members to invite their friends. Uses Barnabas as an example of friendship, and invites people to make Jesus their friend.

Video Clip of Anne of Green Gables "Will you promise to be my secret bosom friend?" I think all of us have a desire to have a bosom friend, one who sticks with you through thick and thin. But my dad always told me that if you want friends you’ve got to be friendly, that’s what I’d like to talk ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:36-37, Acts 11:22-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He's Got Your Back

Contributed by John Beehler on Jul 16, 2002

based on 139 ratings

| 13,748 views

God knows all about you, yet loves you and protects you all the same.

He’s Got Your Back A man decided to write a book about churches around the country. He started in San Francisco and headed east. Going to a large church, he began taking photographs and making notes. He noticed a golden telephone on the wall in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Six Temptations All Men Face”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Jun 24, 2002

based on 111 ratings

| 13,207 views

As men there are two things that are certain: 1. We are always going through trials. . 2. We are always being tempted.

Intro: I remember as a little boy not any older than six years old playing football in my friend Michael Holman’s front yard. He said, “My dad can punt this football almost as high as that tree”, pointing to a tall pine tree in his front yard. Then I said “My dad can punt that football over that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:12-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stolen Victories

Contributed by James May on Jun 27, 2002

based on 30 ratings

| 7,030 views

After we have overcome difficulties and reached the mountaintop in our walk with the Lord, that’s the time to be on guard against sin.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jonah: Living The Word Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Louis Bartet on May 30, 2004

based on 41 ratings

| 4,776 views

Perhaps the storm you’ve been experiencing has broken you and gifted you with the realization that there is no LIFE apart from living the word of the Lord!

Series Title: The Book of Jonah Sermon Title: LIVING BY THE WORD Sermon Text: Jonah 1:1 “The word of the Lord came to Jonah the son of Amittai saying." The word of the Lord isn’t something we nod our heads to or merely sound out A-men to. It is more important and vital to our life than the very ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is Faithfulness Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jun 5, 2004

based on 41 ratings

| 6,560 views

This is number 8 in the series on "The Fruit of The Spirit." I preached this series during Eastertide-Pentecost of 2004! The introduction and the conclusion of this message used a recording of "Semper Fidelis" March and "The Marine’s Prayer" along with

THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IS FAITHFULNESS—GALATIANS 5:22-26; Deuteronomy 32:1-4; MATTHEW 25:14-30 Semper Fidelis is Latin for “Always faithful.” It is the motto of the City of Exeter in Devonshire, England, and is a testimony to the city’s loyalty to the British Monarchy. Queen Elizabeth I wrote ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Methodist

The Prevailing Power Of The Church Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 15, 2003

based on 27 ratings

| 8,953 views

Last in 16 week series on 1 Corinthians. There is a terrible fire of evil in our world. God has called the church to put it out.

The Prevailing Power of the Church Slide 1 There is a terrible fire in our world… photo of fire and house This week is the second anniversary of the September 11th attacks on our country. 19 Men used airliners filled with people against the World Trade Center Towers and the Pentagon and over ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gog And Magog; The Rise Of The Phoenix

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 9, 2004

based on 46 ratings

| 8,179 views

The Phoenix is an mythitical Bird that every five hundred years is reborn from the ashes just as Israel will also rise from the ashes. A Study Lesson in Prophecy.

Gog and Magog, The Rise of the Phoenix .The Phoenix is an mythitical Bird that every five hundred years is reborn from the ashes just as Israel will also rise from the ashes. 1. Mythology. A bird in Egyptian ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 38:16-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Satan: How To Resist The Devil In Times Of Trouble Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 30, 2004

based on 30 ratings

| 8,773 views

We are fighting against a defeated accuser who has nothing to lose.

Meet The Cast Of The Passion Series Meet Satan: How To Overcome The Devil In Times of Trouble 5 of 7 1 John 3.8 (NASB) March 28, 2004 FBC Chester, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: (Picture of Satan on PowerPoint) A In Mel Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ, Satan is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:8, 2 Corinthians 11:14

Denomination: Baptist

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