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Heavy? When Life Seems So Heavy?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 2, 2003

based on 34 ratings

| 7,427 views

Courage does not always ROAR! Sometimes real courage finds a quiet place, and rest, and listens for the quiet voice at the ending of the day, and purpose within the heart, "I WILL TRY AGAIN TOMORROW!"

HEAVY? LIFE SEEMS SO HEAVY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Sometimes Christmas, sickness, and life can be SO HEAVY? WHAT CAN I DO? I. TEXT: Matthew 11:28 Come to me all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I WIL GIVE YOU REST! 1 Peter 5: 7 CASTING ALL YOUR CARE UPON HIM, FOR HE ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:3, Psalm 30:4-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unwrap Jesus And See The Gift Series

Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Dec 2, 2004

based on 4 ratings

| 6,629 views

Remembering Christmas: It was the long walk of Jesus from heaven to earth that gave us the greatest gift of all. Unwrap the Babe in the manger and discover how great God’s gift really is.

There are many ways to look at Christmas, depending on who you are and where you are: 1. For the retail merchant, it looks like up to one-third of his annual income. 2. For the atheist and agnostic, it’s a time for parties—revelry--fun and games and the escape from the drudgery of life’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Just Jesus

Contributed by John Ross on Nov 7, 2002

based on 74 ratings

| 11,014 views

Jesus returned to his hometown, only to be greeted as "Just Jesus." Who are the hometown prophets we need to hear from?

Just Jesus” Mark 6:1-4 August 4, 2002 You know the definition of a “church expert?” Answer: Anybody that lives more than 45 miles away from your church! Strange the way distance creates expertise and influence. Acc’d to that definition by the way, I’m no expert…I just live a few miles from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heaven Series

Contributed by Corey Arnold on Nov 10, 2003

based on 67 ratings

| 17,318 views

This is the first in a 3-part series about heaven and hell. The first two sermons are on Heaven, the last is on Hell.

Heaven INTRO: In Our Greatest Gift, Henri Nouwen tells a parable of faith and hope. He imagines twins–a brother and a sister–talking to each other in their mother’s womb: The sister said to the brother, "I believe there is life after birth." Her brother protested vehemently, "No, no, this is all ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7, 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Complaining Brother Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 1, 2006

based on 35 ratings

| 17,675 views

The self-righteous are quick to point out the sins and faults of others, but overlook their own.

THE COMPLAINING BROTHER A. Luke 15:25-32 (READ) 1. Can you imagine how difficult it must have been for the YOUNGER SON to come HOME! ILLUSTRATION: Picture what that first FAMILY MEAL was like back home. The Father sits at the head of the TABLE and the brother sits across from the Prodigal. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Listen! God Is Speaking"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 17, 2003

based on 84 ratings

| 12,665 views

God spoke to Samuel and God is speaking to us...are we listening?

1 Samuel 3:1-20 “Listen! God is Speaking” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Many of us can probably relate to how the people felt in Samuel’s time: “In those days the word of the Lord was rare; there were not many visions.” This was a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Why Are We Here?

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jan 25, 2003

based on 17 ratings

| 11,231 views

God left His people here as physical and visible illustrations of the nature and person of God, which implies the seriousness of our fulfilling our purpose.

Why Are We Here? Text: Eph.1: 9-10 Intro: The question we’re considering today is one that has puzzled mankind for many years. That question seems to gnaw at the soul of man, for somewhere in the core of his being he knows that life must ultimately have a purpose—that he must have a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Four Steps To Jesus

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Oct 18, 2003

based on 34 ratings

| 10,991 views

The saddest thing that can happen to a Church member is to go to the grave without receiving Christ into their life. You’ve heard the invitation over and over again but here are four practical steps that might be helpful.

One bright and beautiful Sunday morning, people gathered in the church and listened to the organ play. Suddenly, Satan appeared at the front of the church. Everyone started screaming and running for the door, trampling each other in a frantic effort to get away from him. Everyone left except ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37-39, Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Anglican

Honey, I Shrunk God, Honey I Shrunk God's Word.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 15, 2003

based on 44 ratings

| 6,099 views

Sometimes our doubt and unfaithfulness can reduce the effectiveness of God.

WELL, HONEY I JUST SHRUNK GOD! HONEY, I SHRUNK HIS WORD! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Romans 4:13 ... faith has been made void, and the promise made of none effect. James 5:15 The effectual fervent prayer of the righteous availeth much. Psalms 107:20 God sent His Word, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-22, Romans 4:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Created Us To Glorify Him Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 20, 2003

based on 19 ratings

| 8,210 views

Glorifying God is central to everything about everything. Scriptural evidence leads us to believe that the purpose of God’s Creation, His Choice of Israel, and the Church primarily exist to bring glory to His Name, that glorifying God is indeed the b

The God Who Created Us to Glorify Him 1. Luke and I returned from a simple vacation to Michigan. 2. Our family has gone on a few more exciting vacations: Disneyworld, Missouri, and Mammoth Cave come to mind; but most have been simple. 3. Others among you have hit the national parks. 4. As you ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 60:21, Ephesians 1:5-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Is The Church Still Needed

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 26, 2012

based on 4 ratings

| 8,381 views

With churches declining & dying, the question should be ask, "Is the church still needed." This message gives 3 Biblical reasons why the church is mandatory.

Is the Church Still Needed? Jerry Watts Matthew 16:18-19 * At the beginning of the 20th century most of America was rural. For the rural population life was hard. They made their way by the sweat of their brow and their calloused hands. Transportation, for the most part was still by ‘horse ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

This Is Only A Test

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 6, 2012

based on 1 rating

| 7,741 views

The account of the binding of Isaac is not only a significant one to the Jewish people, it is essential to Christians. There are key applications regarding our faith in and trust of God.

1. Three Military recruiters were each given 10 minutes at a high school assembly to pitch their particular branch of the armed forces. The Navy recruiter spoke 12 minutes; the Army recruiter spoke 18 minutes, leaving the Marine with no time. The principal felt bad, so he allowed the marine 30 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overcoming Failures & Disappointments Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Aug 31, 2007

based on 27 ratings

| 19,593 views

Where disappointments are concerned, we need to know that failure need not be fatal and success is never final.

References: Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:13-14

Denomination: Charismatic

Drop Dead Fred Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 1, 2007

based on 1 rating

| 4,376 views

Exposition of Acts 5:1-6, about the results of Ananias and Sapphira’s lies upon the church

Text: Acts 5:1-16, Title: Drop Dead Fred, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/2/07 A. Opening illustration: Tell about that Church of God evangelist praying at the invitation…At the end of the island I noticed a small green frog. He was exactly half in and half out of the water. He was a very small frog with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Humble

Contributed by David Rogers on Sep 12, 2007

based on 11 ratings

| 42,360 views

A sermon about why we are called to be humble and how we can be humble in our lives.

How To Live A Life Of Humbleness 1John 2:6 Prayer Introduction A. Many people today have the wrong attitude about the word humble. B. They think that being humble equates with being weak. But to be humble often takes more mores strength and physical strength than reaction. C. They wrongly seek ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6

Denomination: Baptist

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