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O’ Little Town Of Bethlehem Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 7, 2013

This is the third message in a series based on some of the most popular Christmas hymns.

On December 24, 1865 at the age of thirty Phillips Brooks’ life would be changed forever by a Christmas Eve service that lasted nearly five hours. The service took place at the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem. Brooks wrote, “I remember standing in the old church in Bethlehem close ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shield Of Faith

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 15, 2014

Armor of God. Link inc. to formatted text, audio.

Shield of Faith Ephesians 6:16 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/shieldoffaith.html "Above all" = more important than the other articles in the armor as we dress for success. But why? Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: When you put on the breastplate of righteousness ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 16, 2014

The Fruit of the Spirit is a singualr noun. In other words all aspects are for us

Galatians 5: 13-26 Let us open in prayer Father, I pray that you will anoint my words this morning that they may be words for each of us from you. I ask what I say may be relevant in our Christian lives. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen Story: Four years ago, Maddy and I moved ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Anglican

Death Is Not The End

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jun 5, 2016

Jesus interrupted a funeral procession to bring life from death. Jesus deals with our universal human problem of sin and death once and for all at the cross. We no longer have to fear death. For the believer, it's but a passing from this world to the next

Luke 7:11-17 Death is Not the End Today’s story is a shocker in many ways. If you have ever lost anyone to death—and many of you have—you may experience a little jealousy with today’s story. You may wonder why Jesus didn’t interrupt your loved one’s memorial ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

He's Alive Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Mar 21, 2017

Resurrection, Faith, Jesus' Victory

THE RESURRECTION QUESTION - He’s Alive 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 March 26, 2023 Introduction: Have any of you ever played the game called “Jenga?” It’s where you have all these different shaped wood blocks that fit together and make a tower. Each player takes a turn trying to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Minister The Word Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 6, 2017

The apostles devoted themselves to the ministry of the word (Acts 6.4) which involved the Internal, External, and Eternal Mission of God's word.

1. You are flying at 30,000 feet. Which wing of the airplane do you think is more important, the right or left? BOTH, of course! Welcome to Biblical thinking; both-and rather than either/or 2. The same is true in our walk with God – Acts 6.4 a. The problem solved with servants so the apostles could ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Soaring?

Contributed by Robert Webb on Mar 4, 2017

We are engaged in spiritual warfare are you empowering yourself to win!

Are you soaring? 1 John 5:18-19 (NIV) 18 We know that anyone born of God does not continue to sin; the One who was born of God keeps them safe, and the evil one cannot harm them. 19 We know that we are children of God, and that the whole world is under the control of the evil one. We must be ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:11-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wisdom: Purpose - Meaning Of Life (Book Of Ecclesiastes)

Contributed by Chris Jordan on Sep 25, 2015

Ecclesiastes ‘represents a brilliant argument for how someone would look at life if God did not play a direct, intervening role in life, and if there were no life after death.’ But because there is a God, and life continues after death, let us fear God!

THE WISDOM TRILOGY #2: PURPOSE – MEANING OF LIFE (BOOK OF ECCLESIASTES) INTRO TO TOPIC: • How many of you have read the book of Ecclesiastes before? What is it about? QUOTE: “The book of Ecclesiastes is puzzling to the novice reader because its skepticism can be overwhelming. ...read more

Denomination: *other

God Still Heals Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 7, 2022

The God that lived in the Book of Acts is still the same today.

God Still Heals Text: Acts 5:12-16 Introduction 1. Illustration: God is moving powerfully in and amongst children in this hour. You will see MANY children raised up to preach, heal, prophesy, move in miracles, signs, and wonders. (Patricia King). 2. Church, our God is still in the miracle working ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-16

Denomination: Methodist

Back To Life

Contributed by Brian Williams on Apr 8, 2024

The resurrection tells us that life and all we have lived for isn’t without purpose and meaning and that it does not end at the grave.

Luke 24:1-12 But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they went to the tomb, taking the spices they had prepared. And they found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they went in they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. While they were perplexed about this, behold, two men ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Steps For Exercising The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

We should make sure they are from the Holy Spirit and not our own will and determination. If we don’t have the fruit of the Spirit, but have the fruit of the flesh, then we really need to question, the source of our “gift.”

Opening illustration: Have you ever felt torn in two or more directions when considering how to serve in your church or what job to take? Since you probably can’t do everything you’re asked to do, how do you decide which opportunities for service are best suited for you? Many will be able to relate ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is God Still Shaping Us? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a transformative message about the purpose, power, and plan God has for each one of us. We'll take a few minutes in Ephesians 2:10 and then turn our attention to 2 Corinthians 5:17. Ephesians 2:10 tells us, "For we are God’s masterpiece. He has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Topics: God's Purpose, Our Usefulness

The Mystery Of Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

Explores the mystery of Christ in Ephesians 3, emphasizing its power to break barriers, foster boldness, and build confidence in our faith.

Welcome, dear friends and fellow believers. We gather here today, not as strangers or acquaintances, but as kin in the family of God, united in our shared love for Christ and His Word. We are here to engage with the divine mystery that is the Gospel, to seek understanding, to find courage, and to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-12

Topics: Mystery Of Christ

How 2 B Broken & Spilled Out

Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Mar 21, 2002

Looking at the woman and her offering for understanding of brokenness and offering.

How 2 B Broken & Spilled Out Mark 14:3-9 Illus: Piggy Bank with $1 million: Valuable because of its contents which can only be poured out when it is broken. Test tube with antidote for arthritis: valuable for its contents only if it is broken open and used. I. A Valuable Commodity: Could have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

Saved By Grace!

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jun 10, 2003

Believe it or not, Jesus never said Grace! It was used of Him, but never by Him. Don’t misunderstand; He taught it, He lived it; He just never said it. One of the places he taught it was in Luke 7:36–50.

Saved by Grace Ephesians 2:8–10; Luke 7:41–42 INTRODUCTION • Believe it or not, Jesus never said Grace! • It was used of Him, but never by Him. • Don’t misunderstand; He taught it, He lived it; He just never said it. • One of the places he taught it was in Luke 7:36–50. Read Eph. 2:8–10 MAIN ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10, Luke 7:41-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ